Vidette Radio

Bookbirds | Episode 16: Hooked on Elle Kennedy's 'Off Campus Series'

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, call their podcast...

Redbird Report: ISU men's basketball hits skid, women's basketball makes adjustments after loss

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Jake Sermersheim and Mikey Fornelli break down Illinois State men's basketball's recent losing skid, women's basketball's good turn around again...

Bookbirds | Episode 15 : What were the best reads over winter break?

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Marisa Medine, Kylie Hagmann, and Kathryn Evenson are back again bringing in the new year with episode fifteen. The three, who are also copy edi...

Tea Time: Observing effects of the heavy topics in 'Euphoria'

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Elizabeth Urban and Sandra Esparza could go on and on about any topic, from politics to the latest movies. On their podcast 'Tea Time,' they cov...

MVC Weekley: Racapping first two weeks of '22 on men's hoops

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MVC Weekley: Racapping first two weeks of '22 on men's hoops by The Vidette Staff

BookBirds | Episode 14: Which holiday movies are on the 'nice list'?

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The BookBirds are back as the MovieBirds this week, where they list their top-ranked Christmas movies and give suggestions for what to watch this holi...

BookBirds | Episode 13: What's on your holiday reading list?

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, call their podcast...

BookBirds | Episode 12: Balancing assigned reading with reading for fun

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again with episode 12. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, ca...

Mvc Weekly: Valley teams open conference play over the past week

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we talk about the start to Missouri Valley Conference play on the men's side. We cover Loyola's dominant play, ISU's rollercoaster of a wee...

Redbird Report: Breaking down ISU volleyball's fourth straight NCAA Tournament apperance

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's edition of the Redbird Report Jake Sermersheim, Eric Schweizer and Mikey Fornelli break down all things to know ahead of Illinois State...

MVC Weekly: Breaking down the MVC's thanksgiving tournaments

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's MVC Weekly, we cover the games played over Thanksgiving break. We focus on Illinois State men's basketball's high powered offense and t...

Bookbirds | Episode 11: Giving thanks that Hogwarts is always there to welcome you home

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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Tea Time: Recent high-profile court cases highlight inequalities in the U.S. justice system

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Elizabeth Urban and Sandra Esparza could go on and on about any topic, from politics to the latest movies. On their podcast 'Tea Time,' they cov...

Redbird Report: Takeaways from the first week of ISU men's basketball

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editor Jake Sermersheim is joined by reporters Mikey Fornelli and Eric Schweizer along with a special guest to break down the state of Illinois...

BookBirds: Episode 10: Which of today's books will withstand the test of time?

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, call their podcast...

MVC Weekly: Breaking down the start to men's basketball play

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Discussed the opening to the season for MVC teams, including the season-ending injury to Indiana State star Tyreke Key, Antonio Reeves' hot start, and...

BookBirds: Episode 9 | Exploring Wattpad, a fascinating online social reading platform

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Marisa Medine, Kylie Hagmann, and Kathryn Evenson are back again with episode nine. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, ...

Tea Time: Reflecting on Astroworld tragedy, our experiences with concert safety

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Elizabeth Urban and Sandra Esparza could go on and on about any topic, from politics to the latest movies. On their podcast 'Tea Time,' they cov...

Redbird Report: ISU men's and women's basketball opens season

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editor Jake Sermersheim and reporter Mikey Fornelli break down the start to Illinois State men's and women's basketball, before moving on to fo...

MVC Weekly: Women's basketball MVC preview

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports reporters Scotty Prerost, Jacob Urish and Ken Kanoon sit down to break down the Missouri Valley Conference Women's basketball preseason standin...

BookBirds: Episode 8 | Go Western with Illinois State student author Morrison

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, call their podcast...

MVC Weekly returns to preview 2021 men's basketball weekly

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Reporters Scotty Prerost, Jacob Urish and Ken Kanoon sit down to break down the Missouri Valley Conference men's basketball preseason poll, pla...

Podcast: Redbird Report: ISU men's and women's basketball preview

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Jake Sermersheim and Mikey Fornelli break down Illinois State men's and women's basketball before they open exhibition play later this week. Ear...

Tea Time explores the importance of mental health awareness, alleviating stress

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Elizabeth Urban and Sandra Esparza could go on and on about any topic, from politics to the latest movies. On their podcast 'Tea Time,' they cov...

BookBirds: Episode 7 | Find out what's in store this week

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

BookBirds: Episode 7 | Find out what's in store this week by The Vidette Staff

Tea Time treats listeners to tricky Halloween topics

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tea Time treats listeners to tricky Halloween topics by The Vidette Staff

BookBirds | Episode 6: Bridging ‘Bridgerton’ book and Netflix show

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, call their podcast...

BookBirds | Episode 5: 'After' thoughts

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, call their podcast...

Book Birds | Episode 4: Book tropes, world of contemporary publishing. 10 4 With Music

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, call their podcast...

BookBirds | Episode 3: Reflecting on summer reads

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, call their podcast...

BookBirds | Episode 2: Explore 'A Court Of Thorns And Roses'

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The hosts Kylie Hagmann, Kathryn Evenson, and Marisa Medine are back again. The three, who are also copy editors for Videtteonline.com, call their new...

New Vidette Radio Podcast: Book Birds turns a new page

16 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A fresh new Vidette Radio Podcast features three English publishing majors at Illinois State University who explore the world of modern literature. Th...

Tea Time: The final goodbye

01 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Tea Time, we say goodbye to the podcast. Andrea Ricker, Lizzie Seils and Grace Kinnicutt reflect on how they met, and give some heartfe...

One Last Thing: Anthony Ferretti

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Host Anthony Ferretti is once again joined by Vidette Editor in Chief Elizabeth Seils. This time, however, the tables have turned! Anthony talks about...

Tea Time: The beginning of the end

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There's only one episode left until the Tea Time ladies say goodbye. Grace Kinnicutt, Andrea Ricker and Lizzie Seils spend this episode talking about ...

Tea Time: Looking back into the future

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Andrea Ricker is out today, but Grace Kinnicutt and Lizzie Seils are using this opportunity to go back into the future. Special guest, friend of the s...

One Last Thing: Nickolas Parra

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Host Anthony Ferretti sits down with Vidette photographer and graduating senior Nickolas Parra to discuss the Big Red Marching Machine, photography, a...

Tea Time: Looking into the future

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grace Kinnicutt is out today, but Andrea Ricker and Lizzie Seils are using this opportunity to look into the future. Special guest, friend of the show...

One Last Thing: John Murray

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Host Anthony Ferretti sits down with Vidette News Reporter John Murray to talk about memories made while in the school of communication: WZND, TV-10, ...

New podcast: Behind the Binding

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

New podcast hosts Jacob Fortino and Gabriel Miranda talk all things reading and writing on their newest podcast Behind the Binding. Today's topic, the...

Pláticas con Camberyn: OWTLAW

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Camberyn Kelley talks with guest Josiah McKinnie about being a Black small business owner. The two further discuss his brand OWTLAW and his goals for ...

Polling Place 2021: Jackie Gunderson for Bloomington Mayor

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Vidette News Reporter John Murray sits down with mayoral candidate Jackie Gunderson to talk about her election campaign. This is a part of a series on...

Polling Place 2021: Mike Straza for Mayor of Bloomington

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Vidette News Reporter John Murray sits down with mayoral candidate Mike Straza to talk about his election campaign. This is a part of a series on mayo...

Polling Place 2021: Marc Tiritilli for Mayor of Normal

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Vidette News Reporter John Murray sits down with mayoral candidate Marc Tiritilli to talk about his election campaign. This is a part of a series on m...

Polling Place 2021: Chris Koos for Mayor of Normal

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Vidette News Reporter John Murray sits down with incumbent Mayor Chris Koos to talk about his re-election campaign. This is a part of a series on mayo...

One Last Thing: Matt Petrovich

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Host Anthony Ferretti sits down with Vidette Sports Reporter Matt Petrovich to discuss people they've met on campus and their experience covering spor...

Tea Time: Dream jobs after graduation

27 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As the Tea Time ladies look towards graduation, they reminisce on what they use to dream of doing as a kid. Ambitions include: teacher, lawyer, baller...

One Last Thing: Darnysha Mitchell

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Host Anthony Ferretti talks with graduating senior and Vidette Sports Reporter Darnysha Mitchell on their favorites memories covering ISU sports.

Pláticas con Camberyn: Perspectivas de Saliendo/ Perspectives of Dating Part Two

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Camberyn Kelley and her guest, Erika Jimenez continue their discussion on dating but specifically talk about dating apps and beauty standards.

Tea Time: There's a party in my igloo

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you were a kid in the late 00's, you probably were on Club Penguin. Grace, Andrea and Lizzie look back on all of their favorite hangout spots from ...

One Last Thing: Grace Kinnicutt

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Host Anthony Ferretti sits down with graduating senior and Vidette News Editor Grace Kinnicutt to talk memories of dorm life and all things ISU.

Pláticas con Camberyn: Perspectivas de Saliendo / Perspectives of Dating with Camberyn and Erika

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Camberyn Kelley and her guest, Erika Jimenez discuss the basics of dating. The two further their discussion by talking about their experiences as wome...

Tea Time: Intro to Grammys

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Andrea Ricker and Grace Kinnicutt give Lizzie Seils a rundown of the Grammys. It's a little confusing, but we got there. Follow the hosts...

One Last Thing: Andrea Ricker

10 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Host Antony Ferretti sits down with Vidette Features Editor and graduating senior Andrea Ricker on her memories at ISU as she heads towards graduation...

Pláticas con Camberyn: Mes De La Historia Negra en Marzo/Black History Month in March

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Camberyn Kelley discusses the importance of Black History Month after the month of February. Camberyn gives tangible ways to support Black individuals...

Tea Time: This episode is totally epic

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is totally tubular, cooler than cool. Yeah the ladies are trying to bring back using "epic" in daily conversation, but retro is, like, in...

Arch Madness Preview

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editor Jake Sermersheim and Sports Reporter Mikey Fornelli break down the Redbirds match-up for Thursday's game one match-up at Arch Madness wi...

One Last Thing: Elizabeth Seils

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One Last Thing is a new podcast for graduating students to reflect on their years at ISU in their last weeks before graduation. For the first episode,...

Tea Time: Falling in love with our love languages

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Tea Time ladies look into their love languages with the help of an online quiz. Follow the hosts on Twitter at @ricker_andrea, @GKinn...

Pláticas con Camberyn: Racismo en la iglesia/Parte Dos (Racism in the Church/Part Two)

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Camberyn Kelley continues her discussion with Kelsey Kamm about education on racism in the church. The two finish their talk on how to unify as a chur...

Jakki's Kiki: Nena D and Omani Cross

21 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are back once again! Joining us today is Chicago Stars Nena D and Omani Cross, two of Jakki's beloved divas who have been there since the beginning...

Podcast: Redbird Report: Bradley Goes Down

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editors Jake Sermersheim and Rachel Hickey break down Illinois State men's basketball's season sweep over Bradley, break down the last five gam...

Pláticas con Camberyn: Racismo en la iglesia/Parte Uno (Racism in the Church/Part One)

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Camberyn Kelley discusses her experiences in a majority cultured church with her guest, Kelsey Kamm. The two further their talk by sharing personal re...

Tea Time: Celebrate Galentines Day with us!

13 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week the ladies celebrate the honored tradition of Galentines Day with compliments, venting and discussing the women all about ladies: Little Wom...

Podcast: Redbird Report: Illinois State men's basketball hits cold stretch

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editor Jake Sermersheim and Sports Reporters Anthony Ferretti and Eric Schweizer break down men's basketball rough stretch, women's basketball ...

Valentine's Day brainstorm

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of the Roast Session, roasters Alex Gant, Jake Fogal and Jake Sermersheim give their thoughts on Valentine's Day while enjoying...

Pláticas con Camberyn: ¡Feliz Año Nuevo! (Happy New Year)

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Camberyn Kelley discusses the reality of the New Year and presents new temas (themes) for her podcast this year. Follow the host on Twitter at @Cambe...

Jakki's Kiki: Welcome back with Rachel Slurrz and Spjork

07 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the Ki Ki! Joining us for our long-awaited return is Rachel Slurrz from Chicago and Spjork from Iowa! We are talking about our COVID b...

Tea Time: Kitchen disasters

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Could we survive on the prairie? According to these kitchen disaster stories probably not.. but Andrea could make us some really good butter to go wit...

Redbird Report: Super Bowl predictions and weekend preview

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editor Jake Sermersheim and Sports Reporters Anthony Ferretti and Matt Petrovitch make predictions for the Super Bowl while previewing Illinois...

Roast Session: Staches are back

03 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks episode of the Roast Session, Alex and the Jake's talk about the comeback of moustaches and mullets. Is it in? Or is it out? The roaster...

Tea Time: Do the signs say we're friends?

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The ladies are back on the Zodiac track this week by comparing their compatibility to their signs. Are they all good friends, or have they secretly be...

Redbird Report: Redbirds dominating I74 rivalry to open 2020

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editors Jake Sermersheim and Rachel Hickey break down ISU's dominant start to the I74 rivalry before moving on to preview games this weekend on...

Roast Session: It's Opening Season

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week the Jake's and Alex talk about how bars, restaurants, and Milner Library are all opening up again. Does this mean that we are on the right t...

Tea Time: Looking to the stars with our astrology charts

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Lizzie Seils, Andrea Ricker and Grace Kinnicutt take a deep dive into their astrology charts and see how accurate they are. Plus, is it wei...

Class Of Covid- Maritza Navar-Lopez of WZND

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Maritza Navar-Lopez joins the show to talk about what got her into the journalism field, how things have changed with COVID-19 and more on the latest ...

Tea Time: Our great graduation ceremony idea

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tea Time is back in 2021, and Lizzie Seils, Grace Kinnicutt and Andrea Ricker are sharing how they feel about their final semester at Illinois State U...

Roast Session: New year, new podcast

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Alex Gant and Jake Sermersheim talk about change coming to the podcast before moving onto news of ISU's vaccine plan, tips for the new year and ...

Redbird Report First Spring 2021 Pod

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editors Jake Sermersheim and Rachel Hickey sit down and break down the start to Illinois State men's and women's basketball season and touch on...

Tea Time: The Holiday Special!

12 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ho ho ho, what this? A quiz show with host Lizzie Seils and contestants Grace Kinnicutt and Andrea Ricker? What an unexpected holiday treat! Join in ...

Tea Time: It's the holiday season

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tea Time, Grace Kinnicutt updates us on what this year's hot toys are, Andrea reminds us all of the universal little-girl Christmas...

Tea Time: Band kids, puns, and a little sprinkle of Thanksgiving

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, hosts Andrea and Lizzie are joined by a very special guest, Damon Breitbarth! Damon is the President of the Student Television Workshop as ...

Podcast: Redbird Report: Men's and women's basketball preview

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editor Jake Sermersheim and Sports Reporter Darnysha Mitchell break down the upcoming season for men's and women's basketball on the latest edi...

Roast Session: Is your glass half full this Thanksgiving?

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With Thanksgiving break approaching, Alex Gant and Jake Fogal break down this week's paper that is full of good news. They also share what they are th...

Pláticas Con Camberyn: Los deportes (Sports)

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Camberyn Kelley discusses sports with her dad, Melvin Kelley. The two talk about Melvin's football career as well as his athleticism throughout the ye...

Tea Time: Broken fibulas and broken clubs

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Guest hosts Alex Gant and Jake Fogal take over this week's Tea Time to take a small break from The Roast Session. Want to hear some embarrassing stori...

Roast Session; Still 'a lot of work to be done' following the election

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Guest hosts take over this week to discuss the stories and topics surrounding the 2020 election results. And, a look at how students are feeling about...

Tea Time: Sometimes you need to rant about silly things

07 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

To let off some steam, the Tea Time ladies go on rants on some fairly specific topics. the subjects of their young adult women ire? Weddings and gende...

Tea Time Bonus Episode: We just had to talk about the election

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Having trouble with election results? We got you! Lizzie Seils, Andrea Ricker and Grace Kinnicutt take some time to talk about their experiences with ...

Podcast: Redbird Report: less than three weeks until the return of sports.

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Editors Jake Sermersheim and Jake Fogal are joined by Sports Reporter Rachel Hickey break down men's basketball, Christian Uphoff's decision to...

Podcast: Roast Session: Feeling the wait

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Photo Editor Alex Gant and Sports Editors Jake Sermersheim and Jake Fogal break down this week's political race, bars and restaurants shutting down an...

Pláticas Con Camberyn: El clima de la universidad Illinois State (The climate of ISU)

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Camberyn Kelley discusses the current climate of Illinois State University with her guest Darnysha Mitchell. The two share personal experiences and wh...

Tea Time: Spooky movies and costume memories

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the Team Time ghouls talk about memories of trick or treating as kids, as well as their plans for Halloween. Also, listen in for some ~spoo...

Podcast: Polling Place 2020: Candidates on the Ballot

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

News Editor Grace Kinnicutt goes through the candidates discussed in this week's edition of the paper. She talks about a few of their stances and what...

Podcast: Roast Session: Staying spooky

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Photo Editor Alex Gant and Sports Editors Jake Sermersheim and Jake Fogal talk about spooky season, briefly touch on the upcoming election, give a new...

Tea Time: Finding our who we really are with online quizzes

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the ladies give each other BuzzFeed quizzes to figure out key aspects of their personality, such as what kind of bread they are, what their...

Redbird Report: Doug Elgin joins

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

First Sports Editor Jake Sermershiem is joined by Missouri Valley Conference Commissioner Doug Elgin for an interview that breaks down Elgin's plans t...

Class Of Covid- Basement Bars

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Host Jake Sermersheim is joined by Jacob Hoffman of Basement Bars joins the show to talk about starting the label, how things have changed during COVI...

Podcast: Polling Place 2020: Presidential debate preview and Amy Coney Barret Nomination

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

News Editors Grace Kinnicutt and Kellie Foy preview the third and final Presidential debate that is set in Nashville for Oct. 22 and discuss the nomin...

Podcast: Roast Session: New Provost Tarhule looking out for students

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Photo Editor Alex Gant, Sports Editor Jake Sermersheim and news editor Kellie Foy sit down to talk about Illinois State's newest provost Aondover Tarh...