The Daily Northwestern Podcasts

What has the last quarter of Daily coverage looked like? What changes have been made to The Daily? How is the city of Evanston using its Sustain Evanston grants? The Daily answers these questions and recaps other top stories from the last week.

In this episode, The Daily reports on hot takes of the week, top Opinion stories of the past two weeks along with other op-ed and contributing pieces that we received. The Daily explores graduation advice, documentary “October 8” and the behind the scenes of Bill Gates’ innovation process. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/03/03/audio/who-asked-you-graduation-advice-october-8-bill-gates-talk/

What is happening to federal diversity, equity and inclusion data? How does the Workers Retention Ordinance impact the Northwestern community? What is R. F. Kuang’s experience like as an Asian American author? The Daily answers these questions and recaps other top stories from the last week. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/03/03/audio/the-weekly-federal-data-deletions-workers-retention-ordinance-r-f-kuang/

In this episode of Cat’s Corner, The Daily reports on Northwestern’s wrestling team as it enters its postseason. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/02/28/audio/cats-corner-pinning-down-the-facts-on-nu-wrestling/

Rusty patched bumble bees lost 87% of their population over the last couple of decades nationwide, and their local populations declined as well. Scientists and residents in the greater Chicago area are conducting research and designing conservation efforts to help this bee and other pollinators. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/02/27/audio/everything-evanston-the-buzz-around-rusty-patched-bumble-bees/

With Northwestern lacrosse, softball and baseball kicking off their seasons, The Daily’s sports reporters talk predictions, players to watch for and storylines to follow.

How is Northwestern reacting to federal orders impacting higher education? What is bird flu? What does Justin Timberlake’s world tour mean to fans? The Daily answers these questions and recaps other top stories from the last week.

In the revived series, ‘Who Asked You?,’ The Daily’s opinion desk talks their hot takes and top Opinion stories. In this Best of Evanston episode, The Daily explores the best foods of Evanston.

In this episode, The Daily reports on how the City of Evanston is celebrating Black History Month this year. The events are spearheaded by an informal committee within the City of Evanston and events are held at the library and other public spaces. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/02/23/audio/everything-evanston-city-celebrates-black-history-month/

Students discuss their mixed reactions to Mayfest’s “Carnival Dillo” theme announcement for the 53rd Dillo Day. After enjoying carnival-themed food in dining halls, ‘Cats started brainstorming for their outfits for May 17. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/02/21/audio/digital-diaries-cats-react-to-carnival-dillo-theme-announcement/

What are employees saying about Colectivo Coffee’s workplace environment? What were the hot button issues at an Evanston candidate forum? How is Trump’s diversity, equity and inclusion executive order impacting instruction? How did NU celebrate Valentine’s Day? The Daily answers these questions and recaps other top stories from the last week. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/02/17/audio/the-weekly-colectivo-coffee-candidate-forum-federal-funding-valentines-day/

In this episode, The Daily reports on hot takes of the week, top Opinion stories of the past two weeks along with other op-ed and contributing pieces that we received. The Daily explores the purpose of magazines, the process for becoming a Resident Assistant and Valentine’s Day.

The Chicago-based band Dehd released their fifth album “Poetry” last year. Listen for more about their discography and history.

How is norovirus impacting the Northwestern community? How is NU men’s basketball doing? What is happening at Evanston’s dog beach? The Daily answers these questions and recaps other top stories from the last week. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/02/10/audio/the-weekly-norovirus-march-madness-evanston-dog-beach/

The Evanston Health and Human Services Department has launched a new Health Hub that offers free screening and health consultations to residents at Ebenezer AME Church. The program was created in partnership with TBF Diagnostic. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/02/04/audio/everything-evanston-health-hub-expands-community-access-to-medical-screenings/

What is the Justice-Impacted Writers Project? What is going on with Purple line accessibility? How did Northwestern celebrate Lunar New Year? The Daily answers these questions and recaps other top stories from the last week. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/02/02/audio/the-weekly-justice-impacted-writers-project-cta-accessibility-lunar-new-year/

In this episode, The Daily reports on hot takes of the week, top Opinion stories of the past two weeks along with other op-ed and contributing pieces that we received. The Daily explores being part of Northwestern's undocumented and DACA communities under Trump’s current presidency, finding common ground at NU and coming together as a community. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/01/30/audio/who-asked-you-northwesterns-undocumented-community-green-spaces-and-bonding-together/

Communication Prof. Bruce L. Lambert is social media famous. With more than 340,000 followers on TikTok, Lambert makes videos that cover a range of topics from relationship advice to “how not to be awkward.” Take a listen to what he’s got to say in the latest episode of What’s New at NU. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/01/30/audio/whats-new-at-nu-qa-communication-prof-bruce-lambert-on-his-tiktok-fame/

What changes will Pace make in light of their financial troubles? How does the Associated Student Government decide its election guidelines? What benefits does the new New York Times subscription offer students? The Daily answers these questions and recaps other top stories from the last week. Read the full story here: https://dailynorthwestern.com/2025/01/26/audio/the-weekly-pace-revision-project-student-government-elections-the-new-york-times-access/

Students share their experiences adjusting to Evanston winter weather, from seeing snowmen to feasting with friends.