UCSC Slugcast

UCSC Slugcast

UCSC Division of Student Affairs and Success

Episodes 485
Avg. Duration 8m
Activity Highly Active
Since Feb 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every Few Days
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Episodic
Consistency
67%
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About This Podcast

Hosted out of the Student Affairs and Success divisional office, UCSC Slugcast is a way for students to learn more about campus resources, services, and student stories no matter where they are. Join our team of student podcasters every week to hear interviews, news, and stories about slug life at UCSC.

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Recent Episodes

S19E27 The End of an Era

Jun 05, 2026 4m

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.…

S19E26 Deep Dive: Semantic Satiation

Jun 03, 2026 3m

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…

S19E25 Emails

Jun 01, 2026 4m

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.…

S19E24 Let's Talk About It: Returning home for college

May 29, 2026 7m

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…

S19E23 Interview with an Electronic Music Student

May 27, 2026 12m

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…

S19E22 Students Vote for the Banana Slug

May 22, 2026 29m

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…

S19E21 Unscripted 2020 Vision

May 20, 2026 46m

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,…

S19E20 Housing is a SPORT Here: UCSC Reality Check

May 18, 2026 9m

Everyone talks about UCSC being this peaceful forest campus by the beach… but nobody really explains what it’s like trying to actually live here.In this episode, we’re breaking down the real housing…

S19E19 HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMMY

May 15, 2026 2m

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.…

S19E18 UCSC Majors Breakdown (Premed & STEM Listen Up)

May 13, 2026 35m

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…

S19E17 A Liminal Campus

May 11, 2026 4m

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…

S19E16 Resources for Black Slugs

May 08, 2026 2m

Info about all the resources available to black students on campus.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free…

S19E15 Unscripted: April Showers

May 06, 2026 12m

Austin complains about the weather, tells a story about a bird, and talks about the Quarry Amphitheater

S19E14 Sluglight: Biblical Archeology

May 04, 2026 2m

A look into one of many summer courses being offered here at UCSC. Gianna explores a class being offered about Biblical Archeology in 19th and 20th century Palestine. Sponsored by the Division of…

S19E13 Lets Talk About It: All things Admissions.

May 01, 2026 37m

Ryan and Maria talk about all things admissions, from picking colleges, the benefits of attending UCSC and more stories. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our…

S19E12 Soooo the Weather, am I Right?

Apr 29, 2026 4m

Seamus let's you know what kinda weather you're in for here in Santa Cruz, and how you might be able to prepare.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student…

S19E11 Slug Sustenance

Apr 27, 2026 6m

Info about staying healthy as seasons change.Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please…

S19E10 Unscripted: Sleep Deprived Edition

Apr 24, 2026 32m

Maria and a very sleep-deprived Austin discuss Spring, weather, and things we wish we had around campus!Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student…

S19E9 UCSC Social Life Breakdown

Apr 22, 2026 13m

Everyone has something to say about the ucsc social scene, especially online. but how much of it is actually true?in this episode, we’re comparing reddit takes with real life at uc santa cruz. we…

S19E8 Sluglight: Environmental Studies

Apr 20, 2026 2m

Gianna explores the world of Environmental Studies. What is it? How is it changing the world? How can it benefit YOU?Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our…

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UCSC Slugcast has published 485 episodes since February 2021, covering topics in Courses, Daily News.

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UCSC Slugcast is currently highly active with new episodes every few days. Average episode length is 8m.

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