The Red & Black Podcasts

In this episode, host Allison Mawn sits down with Spanish Desk Editor Nathan Valles to chat about the development of the desk and its role in the newsroom.

In this episode, politics reporter Gracie Howard sits down with Dexter Fisher, current District 5 commissioner and candidate for Athens mayor.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn chats with Taylor Greaves, social media editor and social video editor, about travel tips & tricks ahead of UGA spring break.

In this episode, politics reporter Gracie Howard sits down with Athens mayoral candidate LaKeisha Gantt.

In this episode, politics reporter Gracie Howard sits down with Mara Zuniga, who is running for mayor of Athens.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn chats with assistant sports editor Riley Baugh about how the UGA men's and women's basketball teams are faring so far this season.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn sits down with opinion editor Eli King, the newsroom's unofficial expert on awards season, to chat about the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn and editor-in-chief Katie Guenthner look back at key newsroom moments and top stories from 2025.

For the first episode of 2026, host Allison Mawn and Guides and Magazines Editor Caroline Newbern chat about tips and tricks for college students to have a successful semester.

In this episode, Red & Black politics reporter Gracie Howard sits down with Athens-Clarke County mayoral candidate Tim Denson, a former county commissioner and current member of the Clarke County School District board.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn sits down with sports editor Owen McDaniel to discuss what Georgia football's post-season may look like, including the upcoming SEC championship.

In this episode, Red & Black politics reporter Gracie Howard sits down with Derek Dooley, who is running for the Republican bid for the 2026 Senate race.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn heads over to the UGA Visitors Center to join a campus tour, chatting with tour guides and prospective UGA students.

In this episode of Athens on the Ballot, Red & Black politics reporter Gracie Howard sits down with Mike Thurmond, an Athens local who is running for governor of Georgia in the 2026 election.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn sits down with assistant sports editor Ben Kule to discuss how the Georgia Bulldogs have done so far this football season - and what needs to improve in the second half.

Welcome to a special edition of The Red & Black's podcasts, where we are bringing you a conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winner and Red & Black alumna Deborah Blum as part of our monthly Alumni Spotlight series. For more spotlights, visit redandblack.com/alumni. To support our 501c3 nonprofit newsroom, visit redandblack.com/donate.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn asks The Red & Black staff their fall favorites - and shares some of her own.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn and creative services manager Ashtin Barker talk about how to deal with feeling FOMO (fear of missing out) in college.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn shares thoughts on some key UGA traditions and parts of campus culture.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn and football beat reporter Romell Williams rank the mascots of the 12 teams UGA football is playing against this season.

In this episode, podcast host Allison Mawn comes to you live (but not really) from New Orleans with advice on how students can shine at professional conferences and make the most of networking opportunities.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn chats with The Red & Black's co-culture editor Caroline Newbern about wellness and self-care in college, and Newbern's journey with running.

In this episode, host Allison Mawn gives some tips for how to read more and shares book recommendations from The Red & Black staff members.

For the first episode of the semester, podcast editor Allison Mawn reacts to hot takes submitted by newsroom staff members - and shares a few of her own.

In this episode of Between the Headphones, sports editor Bo Underwood talks to assistant sports editor Andy Mathis about the rest of the NFL draft, recap their favorite moments covering Georgia Athletics and reminisce on their journey writing for the Red & Black.

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is what to do in Athens over the summer, and host and producer Carmen Olekas dives into local festival offerings, exploration hotspots and how to beat the heat during summer break. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of Between the Headphones, sports editor Bo Underwood talks to assistant sports editor Andy Mathis about the state of Georgia Football following the closure of the transfer portal, and discuss the former bulldogs in the NFL draft.

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is being queer in college, and host and producer Carmen Olekas and deputy editor of standards and practices Ellis Goud dive into identity, roommate issues and being gay in college. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

Producer and host Carmen Olekas sits down with assistant news editor and author of April’s featured paper story Zach Leggio to discuss his coverage of DIVAS Who Win, a local nonprofit supporting women in recovery, the journey of founder Chanda Santana, and what it means to report stories of trauma with compassion and care.

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is freshman year, and host and producer Carmen Olekas dives into dining hall nerves, meeting new friends, and getting comfortable in a new place. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is college hot-takes, and host and producer Carmen Olekas and opinion editor Gabby Gruszynski dive into dining hall plans, dressing up for class and whether people truly love football games as much it seems. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of Between the Headphones, high school beat reporter Braden Brownell sits down with the North Oconee men’s basketball team and head coach Rick Rasmussen to discuss their back-to-back state titles and recent playoff push.

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is heartbreak, and host and producer Carmen Olekas dives into texting discipline, rebuilding and navigating life as a newly single individual. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is parents, and host and producer Carmen Olekas dives into setting boundaries, handling parental conflict and navigating life independently for the first time. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

Producer and host Carmen Olekas sits down with assistant culture editor and author of March's featured paper story Ella Kroll to discuss her coverage of this year's Jam for Cam, melanoma awareness and how those who knew Cameron continue to share his legacy.

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is college expectations, and host and producer Carmen Olekas dives into changing your major, finding your place, and beating comparison. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of Between the Headphones, sports editor Bo Underwood talks to assistant sports editor Andy Mathis and high school sports reporter Braden Brownell about Georgia men's basketball's recent winning streak, and previews the team's outlook in the upcoming NCAA tournament.

In this episode of Between the Headphones, sports editor Bo Underwood talks to baseball beat reporter Owen McDaniel about the beginning of the Bulldogs’ season, before discussing the Georgia women’s tennis season with tennis beat reporter Samantha Lichter.

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is surviving college, and host and producer Carmen Olekas dives into surviving all-nighters, confronting roommates and dropping classes. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of The Front Page, podcast host Carmen Olekas and managing editor Jesse Wood to discuss her story in the Red & Black's February Paper.

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is greek life, and host and producer Carmen Olekas and guests Sophie Davenport and Jesse Wood dive into rush week nerves, finding your place and remaining true to yourself through the process. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is navigating college social life and staying out of drama, and host and producer Carmen Olekas dives into flaky friends, peer pressure, and surviving toxic roommates. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of Between the Headphones, sports editor Bo Underwood discusses the state of Georgia basketball with women’s basketball beat reporter Romell Williams and assistant sports editor Andy Mathis. Then, they preview the upcoming Super Bowl, and which former Georgia players they expect to make the biggest impact in the game.

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is navigating college independence, and host and producer Carmen Olekas dives into setting boundaries with parents, advice for a first credit card, and creating community on your own. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is dealing with academics, and host Carmen Olekas and R&B editor in chief Allison Mawn dive into battling imposter syndrome, burnout, and time management tips to help manage college academic life. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Fill out this form with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode! https://tinyurl.com/4etcwkfn

In this episode of The Red & Black All Over, the topic is interpersonal relationships, and host and producer Carmen Olekas dives into picking roommates, finding love and making friends as a young adult. Interested in sending in your own story or question? Email it to [email protected] with as much detail as possible and we will try our best to get to it on an episode!