Daily Emerald

Today is Saturday, Dec. 9. Here are the biggest stories from fall term 2017. In this news wrap-up, Podcast Editor Alec Cowan and Senior News Reporter Michael Tobin discuss the biggest stories the Emerald covered this year. These are long-running stories that have defined much of the year, such as the donation from Phil and Penny Knight to build the high-tech Knight Campus, the ongoing reporting on former Oregon basketball player Kavell Bigby-Williams, or the continual conflict between the UO Student Collective and the UO administration. Also included is local news on Portland rapper Wynne, who was hit by a car in Eugene earlier in the week. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

In this first episode of the Emerald Basketball Podcast sports editors Jack Butler and Gus Morris break down how the retooled Ducks have looked this year. Following some early losses the two discuss the team's dynamic and explain how some new faces have impacted the team at the early stages of non-conference play. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

On this episode of Emerald FC, Emerald staffers Adam Eberhardt, Shawn Medow, Will Campbell and Alec Cowan discuss the biggest news in soccer from this past week: the 2018 FIFA World Cup draw. Of course, no discussion would be complete without talking on the MLS Cup rematch between Seattle and Toronto, and the recent and upcoming fixtures in both the English Premier and Champions Leagues. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

In this second episode of Spotlight on Science's second season, Arts and Culture writer Frankie Lewis speaks with Dr. Avinash Singh, a professor of neuroscience and a member of the Takahashi Lab at the University of Oregon. The conversation covers Dr. Singh's work on barn owl neuronal performance, his transition from India to the United States and more. Spotlight on Science is a series from the Emerald Podcast Network designed to spark conversations across disciplines with researchers at the University of Oregon, bringing in researchers to discuss their work in a way that is understandable to everyone. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan. Our theme song is “Zombie Disco” by Six Umbrellas.

Shawn Medow, Adam Eberhardt and Cal Will discuss all the recent news in the world of soccer, including head coach Caleb Porter's decision to leave the Portland Timbers, the 2018 FIFA World Cup field and the upcoming UEFA Champions League fixtures. There's also plenty of discussion regarding the United States men's national team's failure to qualify for the World Cup, which features talk about how that will impact the future of the sport in the U.S. going forward. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

In this second season debut of Spotlight on Science, Kris Chauvin and Max Drascher speak with Theresa Cheng and Saul Propp about science communication: why it is important and how scientists and researchers can get better at it. Science communication aims to explain research and findings in a way that informs and convinces the public of its validity. Theresa Cheng is currently a Ph.D. student at the UO studying developmental psychology and Saul Propp is a third year Physics Ph.D. student studying theoretical electron optics and quantum information theory. Spotlight on Science is a series from the Emerald Podcast Network designed to spark conversations across disciplines with researchers at the University of Oregon, bringing in researchers to discuss their work in a way that is understandable to everyone. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan. Our theme song is “Zombie Disco” by Six Umbrellas.

On this episode of the Emerald Football Podcast, Sports reporters Jack Butler and GMorris review Oregon’s 38-3 loss to Washington. They then take advantage of Oregon's bye week to look at how the season has progressed thus far, discussing how injuries have impacted the team and how Oregon's bowl chances look heading into the final two games of the season. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

On this second episode of the Emerald culture wrap, Senior Podcast Editor Alec Cowan, Associate Arts and Culture Editor Dana Alston, and Senior Arts and Culture Editor Sararosa Davies discuss three things from this past week that caught their attention. What follows is some good talk on "Mindhunter" -- Netflix's latest original -- some bad talk on "Stranger Things 2" and some contested talk on the latest Taylor Swift singles. The culture wrap-up is your place to find commentary and opinions on the latest in Arts and Culture from the Daily Emerald. Music in this episode is West Coast and Summer Dreams by Ryan Little. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

On this inaugural episode of the Emerald culture wrap-up, Podcast Editor Alec Cowan and Senior Arts and Culture Editor Sararosa Davies discuss their favorite shows of fall thus far. The focus of the discussion settles on "Broad City" and "BoJack Horseman," two shows taking unique directions in their latest seasons, and features some contested views on honeydew. The culture wrap-up is your place to find great discussions on the latest in arts and culture from the Daily Emerald.  Music in this episode is West Coast and Falling Down by Ryan Little. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

On this episode of the newly named EFP (Emerald Football Podcast), Sports reporters Jack Butler, Gus Morris and Shawn Medow review Oregon’s 31-14 loss to UCLA. They then preview the Ducks’ upcoming game against Utah with another review of injuries, some discussion on the return of Darren Carrington and some predictions. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

Today is Saturday, Oct. 21. Here are the three stories from this week that you need to know. In this weekly news wrap-up, Podcast Editor Alec Cowan and Senior News Reporter Michael Tobin discuss the arrival of the "Genocide Awareness Project" on campus, which posted graphic images on the EMU lawn. Also included is an overview of the recent faculty senate actions to lessen bias in course evaluations, and the UOPD's latest additions to their arsenal. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

Sports reporters Jack Butler and Gus Morris review Oregon’s 49-7 loss to No. 23 Stanford. They then preview the Ducks’ upcoming game against UCLA with another review of injuries, important matchups and some predictions. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

Kaity McClain woke up on Oct. 1 and went to church -- it was a typical Sunday. Originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, everything changed the night a shooter attacked a crowd of 22,000 attending a concert outside the Mandalay Bay Casino and Resort. In this story, Kaity goes to donate blood for those affected in Las Vegas, including a high school friend who was fatally wounded in the attack. This story was primarily reported by Emily Goodykoontz with additional reporting by Alec Cowan. Music in this episode is Leaving and Ambient 1 by Severin, as well as Ambient Piece 1 by Abishai. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

Horchata Squad is a four-part Hispanic Heritage month podcast hosted by Latinx siblings Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado and Ricardo Alvarado celebrating the culture, history and accomplishments of Latinxs. In this episode, Veronica and Ricardo join their guest, Julian Vasquez, for a frank conversation about Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Included in the conversation is a reflection on the end of Hispanic Heritage Month. This episode contains language that may not be suitable for all listeners. Contact Horchata Squad at horchatasquad@gmail.com and on Twitter @vasquez_j2 ​ Music in this episode is América by Los Tigres Del Norte feat. Calle 13. This episode was produced by Veronica Feranandez-Alvarado and Sofie Duzian.

Sports reporters Jack Butler, Gus Morris and Shawn Medow review Oregon’s 33-10 loss to No. 11 WSU. They then preview the Ducks’ upcoming game against No. 23 Stanford with a review of injuries, in-depth analysis and as always, some hot takes. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

Today is Saturday, Oct. 7. Here are the three stories from this week that you need to know. In this weekly news wrap-up, Podcast Editor Alec Cowan and Senior News Reporter Michael Tobin discuss President Michael Schill's "State of the University" address, which was suspended due to a student protest. Also included is an overview of Oregon's recent bar exam results, which allowed 36% more students to pass the exam after the minimum passing grade was lowered. Also included is the anonymous $50 million donation to the university that will fund the "Presidental Fund for Excellence." This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

It’s 3 a.m. You’re alone. You’re behind the wheel. The water droplets race over your windshield and distort the fluorescent street lights, blowing them up like fireworks. As your tires roll on the cold, wet Eugene asphalt, you start to reflect. You remember the great memories you shared with someone else. You realize that all the best times of your life are behind you. You reminisce about the individual who you’ve become a hollow shell of over years of experiences. Or maybe you’re just headed to the next party. In this Emerald Podcast, Alec and Jordan discuss the appropriate music for late night drives, no matter where you or your mind is racing. Songs you'll hear in this episode: "Monsoon" by Hippo Campus "Like Vineyards" by Little India "Weathered" by Jack Garratt "Intentions (feat. Dan Caplen)" by Macklemore "Gettin' It Done" by Ross from Friends "Pyramids" by Frank Ocean "Red and Gold" by MF Doom "Self-Portrait in Three Colours" by Charles Mingus This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

Sports reporters Jack Butler, Gus Morris and Shawn Medow review Oregon’s 37-35 loss to ASU. They then preview the Ducks’ upcoming game against Cal with analysis, sidebars and of course, hot take predictions. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

Emerald reporter Frankie Lewis talks to Duck mascots new and old about their experiences being one of the most beloved mascots in the country. From Jimmy Fallon cameos to Craigslist fur jackets, being The Duck is anything but ordinary. Music in this episode is by Podington Bear. This episode was produced by Alec Cowan.

Heroin ravages communities across the country, and Eugene is no exception. The city has a high rate of property crime, which goes hand in hand with drug addiction. What is causing the rise in new addicts? The answer may lie and the bottom of a small orange bottle. Music in this episode was Oscillator and A Long Night by bbatv. This episode was produced by Michael Tobin. Find the print story at dailyemerald.com: https://www.dailyemerald.com/?p=2485660&preview=true&preview_id=2485660&preview_nonce=ec592e722c&post_format=standard&_thumbnail_id=2485671