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UCSC Slugcast

by UCSC Division of Student Affairs and Success

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Season 19

The End of an Era

After 6 years with Slugcast, David says goodbye to wrap up Spring 2026. I will always value my time on the podcast, and I am thankful to so many people who have contributed and listened to Slugcast. Listen in for the last episode of the quarter! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Deep Dive: Semantic Satiation

Ryan discusses Semantic Satiation and how it relates to routines! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Emails

Seamus warns you about the dangers of the interwebs. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Let's Talk About It: Returning home for college

Going home for the holidays or for summer can be daunting for any college student. You have grown so much but the childhood bedroom remains frozen in time. In this weeks episode Maria shares her battles with returning home as a college student. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Interview with an Electronic Music Student

Chandler has a conversation with Gabe about his work, electronic music, and more. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Students Vote for the Banana Slug

We are happy to host this special episode created by Daniel Story at UCSC's DSC. Below you'll find the original description of the episode. Enjoy! 40 years ago, students at the University of California, Santa Cruz, defied their chancellor and overwhelming voted to change the university's official mascot from the Sea Lions to the Banana Slugs. This is the story of that vote and the official creation of what might be the most famous university mascot of all time. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

Unscripted 2020 Vision

Austin does an interview with David, the head of Slugcast and reminisce about 2020 and other things. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMMY

Seamus celebrates Sammy's Background and Birthday! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

UCSC Majors Breakdown (Premed & STEM Listen Up)

n this episode we talk about what different majors at UC Santa Cruz are actually like beyond just whether they are hard or easyWe go through STEM majors environmental programs social sciences and more and also spend time breaking down the premed path and what that really looks like hereThis is more about the day to day experience how much time you are actually spending on school what kind of work you are doing and how it affects your schedule and stressIf you are trying to choose a major or just want a better idea of what to expect this gives a more honest look at what student life can feel like at UCSC! Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

A Liminal Campus

Seamus talks about the different liminal and eerie spots on campus. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.

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