SMU Hello, Hilltop: Recent Episodes
SMU Hello, Hilltop
Welcome to Hello, Hilltop, the podcast station created by Corporate Communication and Public Affairs students within SMU Meadows School of the Arts. Our goal is to offer a voice to the difference-makers creating news, movements and actions that shape our world. For information on being the subject of an upcoming segment, contact Professor Chris Coats at ccoats@smu.edu. Thanks to Stephen Coats, production assistant. Follow us on social media - Facebook and Instagram at @smuhellohilltop. We'll see you on the Hilltop!
Haley Adams interviews SMU alum Thane Economou ('10 Cinema-Television) by SMU Hello, Hilltop
Loni Nunziata interviews SMU alum Marissa Mast ('11 Journalism with minor in Spanish) by SMU Hello, Hilltop
SMU CCPA student, Annalise Jackson interviews SMU alum Deepa Liegel ('17 Dance Performance; Arts Management minor) who is a company member with the Limón Dance Company.
SMU CCPA student, Jane Murphy interviews SMU alum Juan Francisco de la Guardia ('10 Cinema-Television) a writer and producer who has worked on shows for E! and Netflix as well as Undercover Boss. Based in Los Angeles, he is also a member of the Meadows 2050 Council.
SMU Meadows School of the Arts Student Saman Alibhai interviews SMU Alum Jordan Chlapecka ('11 Advertising & Anthropology).
Chlapecka is the Associate Creative Director at VaynerMedia in NYC, and Dancer. Co-artistic director - Linked Dance Theatre.
SMU Meadows School of the Arts student Serena Price interviews SMU Alum Dan Carillo Levy ('09 Cinema Television).
Levy is the Chief Creative Officer, Co-founder (2015) of Moxie 88 Film Studio; Producer of Little Bitches feature film by Moxie 88 and Sony Pictures (2017); Director of new projects for Lemon Films USA, 2012–15, projects included Spider-Man on Broadway and Casa De Mi Padre with Will Ferrell; Production team for Cannes Best Screenplay winner Guillermo Arriaga (The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada (2005); Collaborated on The Burning Plain starring Charlize Theron and Jennifer Lawrence, and Words with Gods with Peter Gabriel and Damián Bichir; Director, writer and producer for Televisa on a special segment on the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics broadcast.
Abbie Cleveland (Spring ’21) interviews DJ “Shangela” Pierce (’03 CCPA). Pierce performed on the GLAAD Media Awards and alongside Lady Gaga in the Oscar-winning film “A Star is Born.” He has also been named to the TIME Next 100 list and is the star of the new hit show “We’re Here” on HBO. Pierce shares captivating stories from his early years, life at SMU, and a glimpse into his life as a much sought-after Hollywood rising star!
SMU Public Relations students Jon Evan Smelley ('22) and Morgan McCullough ('21) interview Sarah Montonchaikul ('14; Art History and French) an Objects Conservation Fellow with the Smithsonian American Arts Museum in this episode of "Hello, Hilltop!" Sarah shares experiences from her fellow role, along with other life experiences like her time at SMU. She is also a proud member of the SMU Meadows 2050 Council.
SMU students, Angelica-Jasmine (AJ) Bates ('21), Daniel Chow ('21), and Taylor Rudell ('21) interview ceramic artist, Marcello Ortega ('14) in this episode of "Hello, Hilltop!" Marcello is a Meadows 2050 Council member. He actually earned his undergraduate degree in finance and economics in 2014, but Dean Holland selected him for the Council because he now operates his own ceramics studio in Dallas. He has effectively parlayed the skills he obtained through his undergraduate coursework into building a reputable arts practice.
SMU students Maddie Johnson ('20) and Kori Goerlitz ('22) interview Kyle Hobratschk ('11) and Travis LaMothe ('13) of 100 West Corsicana Artist and Writer Residency, along with being members of the Meadows 2050 Council in this episode of "Hello, Hilltop!"
On today's episode of "Hello, Hilltop!" Nick Deangelis (‘22) talks with Samantha McIntyre ('00; Theatre), television writer and screenwriter; along with the founding member of the Hollywood theater company, "Meadows Basement." They discuss her recent work, which includes the Netflix indie film “Unicorn Store” directed by Brie Larson and her current role as a writer for “Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist” (NBC), which is currently filming its second season. They also touch on subjects like LA vs Dallas, what it takes to be in Hollywood, filming during COVID, and a variety of other topics.
In this episode of "Hello, Hilltop!" SMU Political Science and Corporate Communication and Public Affairs student Isabelle Redfield ('21) interviews Gabe Travers ('07; Journalism), senior director of product development at Hearst Television. Travers shares stories from his days as a student at SMU, along with highlights from his career and plans for the future.
SMU students Lauren Montgomery (’21) and Caitlyn Kallina (’21) interview Maura Sheffler (B.A. Music, ’11 and M.A./M.B.A. Arts Management and Business, ’13) of The Arts Community Alliance (TACA) in this episode of "Hello, Hilltop!"
SMU CCPA student Haley Mnick interviews Paula Selzer. Paula graduated from SMU’s Meadows School of the Arts, where she majored in Video and Cinema. She also co-authored the book "Adolphe Gouhenant: French Revolutionary, Utopian Leader, and Texas Frontier Photographer." Selzer is now in possession of a painting, found in France, which was created by her great-great-great-grandfather Adolphe Gouhenant. She is here today to discuss his fascinating legacy.
In this episode of Hello, Hilltop we are joined by Sam Straub (‘23) and Jordyn Harrell (’23) who are respectively the presidents of McElvaney and Cockrell-McIntosh. In today’s podcast, we discuss the ways that SMU’s residential commons have changed in light of COVID-19, what the commons are doing to help still make their residents feel at home, and how events such as the commons cup will be structured this year, plus many more. Listen in today!
Join in on Taylor Rudell, a fashion media, corporate communication and public affairs major, minoring in advertising at SMU (’21), and Angelica-Jasmine (AJ) Bates a public relations and strategic communication major with a minor in arts entrepreneurship (’21) in their segment of “Hello, Hilltop.” They have the honor to interview the Mustang Heroes Service Organization president, Rheanna Osborne. She discusses the philanthropic organization, details the positive impacts of community service, and the importance of embodying SMU’s motto, “World Changers Shaped Here.”
Brooke Grellhesl (SMU ’22) and Daniel Chow (SMU ’22) interview Shara Jayaraja, president of the SMU College Democrats organization. They talk about the organization and how they are operating through COVID – along with what they are doing to create a difference on campus during an important election year.
SMU public relations majors Caitlyn Kallina (‘21), Morgan McCullough (‘22), and Lauren Montgomery (‘21) talk to SMU economics major and Student Foundation president Sophie Pasternak (‘21) about the events and traditions that the student programming organization has to offer this year in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. How has the Student Foundation made an impact on SMU this semester and what can students expect for upcoming fall, winter, and spring events? Listen to this episode of Hello, Hilltop to find out Sophie’s plans for the Student Foundation.
On this episode of Hello Hilltop, Kori Goerlitz(’22), SMU Corporate Communication and Public Affairs, Journalism, and Fashion Media major interviews SMU psychologist Dr. Abel Tomatis on mental health during COVID-19.
In this podcast highlighting various organizations on campus, students Isabelle Redfield ’21 and Henry Bryan ’21 interview President of SMU College Republicans, Chase Nicholson ’21 who is a double-major in Finance and French. The discussion follows the presence of SMU College Republicans on campus, how to get involved, and what efforts the club is taking in this election year to mobilize student voters and highlight congressional candidates running in 2020, many of whom are SMU alumni.
On this podcast episode, Maddie Johnson class of ‘20 interviews SMU Vice President of panhellenic internal recruitment, Lacey Longo. Lacey is receiving a double major in sports management and corporate communication and public affairs. They discuss what online Greek life recruitment is going to look like this coming January and make special announcements/reminders for future potential new members.
Kori Goerlitz (’22), SMU Corporate Communication and Public Affairs, Journalism, and Fashion Media major interviews SMU Professor Rosanne Hart who shares her experience as owner of The Hart Agency, Inc., a national public relations and advertising agency specializing in fashion and beauty. Her firm was recognized among the top 25 fashion PR agencies in America, representing high-profile fashion and beauty brands.
Maddie Johnson ('20), an Organizational Communications major interviews SMU Corporate Communication and Public Affairs professor, Dr. Doric Earle. They discuss his work with Restorative Farms, a non-profit organization benefiting the food deserts in South Dallas. Dr. Earle also shares his insight for following your passion in life to make a positive difference in today’s society.
In this episode of Hello, Hilltop, Taylor Rudell, a senior majoring in Fashion Media with a double minor in Corporate Communication and Public Affairs interviews Anne Westwick, SMU Professor of Practice - Dance. Westwick has been a dancer, choreographer and teacher for over 25 years. She is currently a lecturer at Southern Methodist University, teaching ballet, modern dance, composition and yoga, and is the co-director of the SMU-in-Bali summer study abroad program. Westwick shines some light on the wonderful elements Bali has to offer and the study abroad program.
SMU student Nick DeAngelis, a junior Public Relations/Applied Sports Management major interviews Professor Laura Robinson-Doyle from the Applied Physiology and Sports Management Department of SMU. Through the lens of Professor Robinson-Doyle’s amazing career, they talk about mental health in 2020, the downsides of online school, the importance of connection, and much more.
SMU public relations major, Caitlyn Kallina ('21) and music analysis and production professor, John Bryant, talk about the music industry experience before the coronavirus pandemic and how it has changed during global lockdowns. When Covid-19 becomes less of a threat, how are venues going to safely reopen and begin booking live music performances - find out Bryant's predictions.
In this episode of Hello Hilltop, SMU journalism and fashion media major Haley Mnick ('21) speaks with veteran journalist and SMU professor, Pam Harris Hackett. With over 24 years of experience, Hackett is the Broadcast Executive-in-Residence within the SMU Journalism Division. She discusses her experiences as a broadcast reporter and lifelong love of journalism.
Henry Bryan ('21) a political communications major with a minor in advertising interviews Willie Baronet - an artist, film director, and advertising professor at SMU. His “We Are All Homeless” project has been on display worldwide raising awareness of the growing homeless crisis. Baronet's 2016 film "Signs of Humanity" follows a cross-country journey that gives viewers insight into the plight of the homeless.
Professor Dr. Sam Martin who knows a thing or two about public address, political communication and the landscape of our nation. In this episode, Political Science and Corporate Communication and Public Affairs student, Isabelle Redfield, sits down with Dr. Martin to pick her brain on party ideology, modern critiques, and more of her own research. A valuable conversation for understanding the disconnect between the Right and the Left.
Jon Evan Smelley ('22), SMU public relations and strategic communications major interviews CCPA professor Dr. Rita Kirk. Dr. Kirk specializes in the analysis of public arguments and the ethical implementation of communication campaigns. We discuss her time, research and experiences in the field and at SMU.