Peacock Podcasts: Recent Episodes
Peacock Media
Peacock Podcasts is the audio medium of Peacock Media, a student-led journalistic organization at The American University of Paris. We are the epicenter of AUP’s multicultural urban campus, dedicated to producing high-quality content that connects students, faculty, alumni, and the globe.
A lot of AUP students experience hardship when housing with AUP. But why? In this episode of Housing Horrors, host Gillian Hilton spoke to Siham Mouahid, the manager of Residential Life about how they handle students’ issues.
Hosted by Gillian Hilton
Audio Production by Gillian Hilton and Alicia-idaly Molina
Executive producers: Reya Divekar and Liam Kuhns
Music: Stack Me Up by
Housing horrors are surprisingly common, especially among AUP students. But why does the student body brush these issues under the rug and why aren't they being addressed by the housing office? In this episode, we explore the challenges encountered by first-year students, featuring two firsthand accounts, as they navigate the unpredictable world of AUP housing.
Hosted by Alicia-Idaly Molina
Audio Production by Alicia-Idaly Molina
Executive Producers: Reya Divekar and Liam Kuhns
Music: Eggs and Powder, Haena, Aourourou, Campsite from Blue Dot Sessions
Is it possible to feel closer to your partner when you're living miles apart? Join host Alexandra Peña Jimenez in conversation with her long-distance partner as they talk through the dynamics of what's strengthened their relationship.
This episode was hosted and produced by Alexandra Peña Jimenez.
Executive Producers: Reya Divekar, Liam Kuhns
Ever had a backup plan for love? Join us to explore the quirky world of marriage pacts between friends! In this episode, I sit down with my therapist, Camille Montebello, to unravel the psychology behind these promises of future matrimony. Are they a safety net or a trap? Then, things get personal as I chat with my friend, Elzia Sekou — and yes, we have a pact of our own. We're spilling the beans on our deal, the fine print, and whether we'll end up saying "I do" to Plan B. Tune in for laughs, insights, and the ultimate question: is this just silly fun, or are we actually onto something?
This episode was hosted and produced by Quin Kepler.
Executive Producers: Reya Divekar, Liam Kuhns
In this episode of Peacock Podcasts, John Vélez explores the perceived asexuality of persons with disabilities with AUP professor Geoffrey Gilbert.
This episode was hosted and produced by John Vélez.
Executive Producers: Reya Divekar, Liam Kuhns
In this episode, host Mimi Sippel discusses the smoking culture differences between the US and France, and AUP students' motivations behind their smoking habits.
DISCLAIMER: This podcast addresses smoking culture from an informative perspective but does not endorse the practice. Smoking is injurious to health.
This podcast was edited and produced by Mimi Sippel.
Executive Producers: Reya Divekar, Liam Kuhns
Join us on this episode where your host, Gillian Hilton, and guests Eliott Coutaz and Hannah Jakobs, delve into the eternal dilemma of choosing between practical career paths and following your passion. Whether you're torn between stability or seeking validation for your unconventional dreams, tune in to gain clarity and inspiration for finding your own path in the ever-evolving landscape of work and passion.
Melina Deinum-Buck speaks with two nannies about the reality of the popularized job.
This episode was edited and produced by Melina Deinum-Buck.
Executive Producers: Reya Divekar, Liam Kuhns
Amateur investigative journalists Liam Kuhns and Reya Divekar unpack the mystery of one of Paris' most notorious metro passengers. Who are they? Why are they defecating outside the confines of a toilet? But more importantly, does Paris care about them beyond just a Twitter craze?
This episode was hosted and produced by Peacock Podcasts' Executive Producers Liam Kuhns and Reya Divekar.
Sad Loop by SergeQuadrado. License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0
I have a peanut allergy. And now I live in Paris. And yes, other people have lived through this too.
This episode was hosted and produced by Alicia-Idaly Molina.
Music: Pasta Frola, Inspector D, Cold and Hard, Borough, Machination from Blue Dot Sessions.
Executive Producers: Reya Divekar, Liam Kuhns.
As the Paris 2024 Olympics loom, our first episode takes a deep dive into the amorous side of the Games. We asked young people if they’d date an Olympian, and which sports have them breaking a sweat. (It turns out muscles do it for the dating crowd).
Didn’t get in? That’s embarrassing. Oh well, guess girls aren’t the currency anymore.
Mini-Series created by Blu Rapps-O’Dea, Lauren Woodward, and Rahel Peterlini.
Music Credits go to Jay Jen Vlog Music Free Records
Girls in desperate need of a hot dog after a five hour cardio work out in a dingy basement… Spoiler alert, the hot dogs were the highlight of the night.
Mini-Series created by Blu Rapps-O’Dea, Lauren Woodward, and Rahel Peterlini.
Music Credits go to La Gare Le Gore, Paris.
Blisters on their feet for no good reason… What did they think this was? It’s not fashion week and did they really think they would get in if it was?
Mini series created by Blu Rapps-O’Dea, Lauren Woodward, and Rahel Peterlini.
Music Credits go to Banana Cream - Hardboil and Margot - Lost
Amateur investigative journalists Cait Brown and Joy Amessoudji hit the halls of AUP hot on the heels of their very first Peacock Mystery. By hook or by crook, these two wanna be reporters are determined to the bottom of a very mysterious theft in the music room. Happy listening!
If you have any suggestions for AUP mysteries the simply must be solved, please email or DM
@joy_is_amess
@caaitcaiitcaitt
Music courtesy of Sunflower on Blue dot sessions.
As two college students living in France who have lived in Puerto Rico, we are trying to figure which countries dating culture is easiest to find love in. From getting ghosted on Snapchat to getting married on the second date, we’re here to debunk the stereotypes on why French and Puerto Rican men are so hard to date. Enjoy the gossip sesh!
This episode is hosted by Paulina Trigos and Jhade Boisgirard.
Tune into this episode of What Now? As your hosts, Anna, Taya, and Meaghan search for the answer to the question of what now, as graduation creeps up for Anna. They discuss the difficult transition from life in University to preparing for life on your own and what that may look like. Be sure to listen to hear vox pops from Anna’s peers (other members of the AUP class of 2023) about their stressors about the upcoming transition, as well as interviews from Leona Caanen and Fouad AlObaid where they share their paths after graduation and give advice to current seniors.
Artwork and vox pops done by Anna. Interview with Leona Caanen done by Meaghan. Interview with Fouad AlObaid done by Taya. Editing, storyboarding, and production of this episode was done by Meaghan, Anna and Taya. Music accessed from FreeSound.org
AUP students Joy Amessoudji, Kalia Lyman, and Gloria Kobongo have a casual chat about their experiences getting their hair braided, especially in Paris.
Shout out to @sbm_beauty_ on Instagram for being the best braiding shop in the city of light!
This episode is presented by Joy Amessoudji.
When going to college, it’s not uncommon to find yourself in a long distance relationship, especially at AUP. In this episode, Lauren and her boyfriend all the things that comprise long distance and how to make it work.
This episode is presented by Lauren Woodward.
In this episode, Rahel Peterlini sits down with her grandmother Waltraut Kofler to talk about life after WW2, feminism, vegetarianism, and their outlook on the future.
This episode is presented by Rahel Peterlini
The music piece Gaena was produced by Azalai from Blue Dot Sessions.
How has living in a big city influenced the experiences you have? Louis Mack, a magnet for bad luck in Paris, shares his stories and their effects on his own behavior.
This episode is presented by Paulina Trigos.
Anna Cayley sits down with her roommates of four years as they react to Instagram roommate horror stories and giving advice.
This podcast is presented by Anna Cayley.
Student Midwife India Paton tells a story of the highs and lows of her profession and the moments which make it exhilarating.
This episode is produced by Cait Brown.
This episode is part of our "Meeting AUP" series where students sit down with AUP faculty to get a better idea of who they are both on and off campus.
This episode is presented by Rahel Peterlini with guest, Professor Brooke Berndtson.
This episode is part of our "Meeting AUP"series, where students sit down to talk with AUP faculty to get a better idea of who they are, both on and off campus.
This episode is presented by Taya Elsewedy with guest, Ziad Majed.
This episode is part of our "Meeting AUP" series, where students sit down to talk with AUP faculty to et a better idea of who they are, both on and off campus.
This episode is presented by Cait Brown with guest, Professor Matthew Fraser.
This episode is part of our "Meeting AUP" series, where students sit down to talk with AUP faculty to get a better idea of who they are, both on and off campus.
This episode is presented by Joy Amessoudji with guest, Denise Geney
This episode is part of our "Meeting AUP" series, where students sit down to talk with AUP faculty to get a better idea of who they are, both on and off campus.
This episode is presented by Meaghan Parsons with guest, Professor Peter Haegel
This episode is part of our "Meeting AUP" series, where students sit down to talk with AUP faculty to get a better idea of who they are, both on and off of campus.
This episode is hosted by Lauren Woodward with guest, Professor Zona Zaric
This episode is part of our "Meeting AUP" series, where students sit down to talk with AUP faculty to get a better idea of who they are, both on and off campus.
This episode is presented by Anna Cayley with guest, Professor Zed Zhipeng Gao
Abia Noumbissi speaks with AUP student, Laurène Châtelain, about media bias in the context of the current crisis in her home country Haiti.
This episode is presented by Abia Noumbissi.
This is the third and final episode of our mini series about how inflation is affecting students. In this episode the Operations Manager of the Amex, Christopher Hussey, tells us about the behind the scenes of running the restaurant and how they set their prices.
This episode is presented by Kiera Roddy and Abia Noumbissi.
This is part two of a three part mini series about how inflation is affecting students. In this episode we talk with Professor Sofia Valeonti to define inflation and identify its causes.
This episode is presented by Kiera Roddy and Abia Noumbissi.
This is part one of a three part mini series about how inflation is affecting students. In this episode we talk with AUP students about their personal experiences to hear how it may be taking a toll.
This episode is presented by Kiera Roddy and Abia Noumbissi.
This segment takes a look at how AUP is handling the near doubling of the student body, and how returning students are adjusting to a more crowded campus than they are used to.
This episode is presented by Kiera Roddy.
Cait Brown speaks with her father about his experience growing up in Northern Ireland during conflict.
This episode is presented by Cait Brown.
This episode covers two productions happening at AUP in the Fall 2022 semester.
This episode is presented by Dylan Kornhauser.
This episode is part of our "Meeting AUP" series, where students sit down to talk with AUP faculty to get a better idea of who they are, both on and off of campus. The goal is to build up the AUP community and strengthen the network.
This Episode is presented by Dylan Kornhauser with guest, Professor Oliver Feltham.
This episode is part of our "Meeting AUP" series, where students sit down to talk with AUP faculty to get a better idea of who they are, both on and off of campus. The goal is to build up the AUP community and strengthen the network.
This episode is presented by Caitlin Caulfield with guest, Professor Susan Perry.