Daily Texan Newscast

Alex, Ross and senior sports reporter Donovan Smoot discuss No. 9 (!!!) Texas and their big win against the Oklahoma Sooners in Dallas. We retire "the question," we talk about Sam Ehlinger's massive game and we admire Cameron Dicker's cool under pressure. ALSO: Every sports editor at the Texan is coughing so much that JT has to edit them out of the podcast. Maybe consider getting a flu shot? Music by Nctrnm.

Investigative reporter Lisa Nhan discusses her latest story, an exploration of the Texas Rho fraternity's continued operations in the face of scrutiny from the university and the national chapter of SAE, with whom the organization was formerly affiliated. Hosted by Morgan Kuehler. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

It's here. The Red River Rivalry is finally upon us and we've got a show to match the big stakes this weekend. George Stoia III, the sports editor at the OU Daily, joins Alex and Ross to break down the big game, make CFP predictions, analyze 2018's hottest albums and figure out how to best utilize college football coaches in a deserted island scenario. ALSO: Alex, Alex, Alex. I had to break out the bleep for the first time this season, thanks to you. Tsk tsk. Music by Nctrnm.

Whether you're working to impress some future employer or you just want to find that special someone, you're probably going to set some sort of goal to get to where you need to be. How do students handle their various (sometimes competing) goals, all while looking to achieve the ultimate goal: graduating? Aine McGinn, Jason Onyediri, Clark Dalton, Lorence Olivo and Alexis Thomas report on various types of goals and how people handle and achieve them. Produced by Morgan Kuehler, JT Lindsey, Zeke Fritts and Ryan Steppe. Music by Podington Bear.

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We finally ask the question: "Is Texas Back?" The answer... we're not sure. Alex, Ross and JT are joined by Copy Desk Chief Kirsten Handler to break down the Longhorns' win over TCU and talk about which college football legends they'd like to break bread with. ALSO: Michael Dickson, if you're listening - give Kirsten a call. Hosted by JT Lindsey. Music by Nctrnm.

Talking about representation (or lack thereof) on campus isn't simple. In fact, it's a long story. In the first episode of a new series, hosts Morgan Kuehler and JT Lindsey, along with reporters Larissa Herold, Sara Schleede, Ryan Chandler and Lacey Grace, tackle issues facing underrepresented groups on campus. Music by Podington Bear and Ryan Andersen. Produced by Morgan Kuehler, JT Lindsey, Ryan Steppe and Zeke Fritts.

It's been a busy week on the Forty Acres. UT bested the USC Trojans at home, the PCL is becoming a second polling location for students, buildings are going green and more. Podcast editors Morgan Kuehler and JT Lindsey are joined by Maria Mendez to discuss the launch of her and the Texan's semester-long project, Raising Voices, which seeks to reach out to all communities across campus to help their points of view be represented by the paper. Hosted by Morgan Kuehler and JT Lindsey. Music by Podington Bear.

Well, it finally happened. Texas notched its first "signature win" of the Tom Herman era against USC 37-14 at DKR. Alex, Ross and JT are joined by senior sports writer CJ Vogel to talk about the Longhorns’ Saturday night takedown of the Trojans and whether or not Texas really is "back." ALSO: With the "Yodel Boy" Mason Ramsey in attendance, Texas showed out; who's your dream pre-game performer? Music by Nctrnm. Hosted by JT Lindsey.

In the first Newscast of the fall, podcast director Morgan Kuehler runs through the headlines of the week and sits down with Daily Texan reporters to dive into the stories they’ve been working on. Projects reporter Morgan O’Hanlon stops by to preview her latest piece about campus carry and its impact on the Forty Acres. Crime reporters Megan Menchaca and Meghan Nguyen join Morgan to discuss campus crime news. Hosted by Morgan Kuehler.

In a very special episode, Alex and Ross are joined not only by resident football savant Steve Helwick, but also by the sports editor of USC's student newspaper The Daily Trojan, Sam Arslanian. It's jam-packed with hot takes and predictions from the guys who know both sides of this weekend's USC-Texas matchup best. ALSO: Where were you when the Longhorns won the Rose Bowl? Engineered by Ryan Steppe. Music by Nctrnm.

Alex, Ross and JT are joined by Steve Helwick to break down exactly what went down for the Longhorns on Saturday against the Terrapins of Maryland and preview what's to come for the 'Horns this week against Tulsa and beyond. A lot of questions are answered, a lot are raised, but won't you tell us about the rabbits, Tom Herman? Produced by Ryan Steppe. Music by Nctrnm.

In the first installment of The Daily Texan's From Armadillo to Zilker, JT Lindsey investigates the Armadillo World Headquarters, an influential but shortlived concert venue that ran from 1970 to 1980. Through archival audio and conversations with founder Eddie Wilson, the 'Dillo and its central players are shown to be energetic, exciting, and eclectic- to say the least. Written and produced by JT Lindsey with production help from Morgan Kuehler. Music by Ryan Andersen and Blue Dot Sessions.

With a winner finally declared in the battle to become Texas football's latest quarterback, Ross and Alex break down what to expect from Tom Herman's squad with Sam Ehlinger behind the wheel. ALSO: What should we name the Austin MLS franchise? Music by Nctrnm.

Don't call it a comeback: Alex, Ross, and JT bring the heat in the first (and last) Overtime of the sweltering Austin summer. Tom Herman's Longhorns started fall practice and we break down every major story- from player safety to who's gonna start at safety. We say farewell to Ross's employment at Target (R.I.P. 2018-2018.) Hosted by JT Lindsey, Ross Burkhart, and Alex Briseño. Music by Nctrnm.

After a week off filled with moving, exams, and shifts at America's favorite chicken store, the DT podcast is back with a conversation with Alex Briseno about the most important Texas Athletics news- from Breckyn Hager and Tom Herman's reconciliation to Royce Hamm Jr.'s path to getting recognized. JT and Morgan Kuehler, the once and future member of the podcast department, host. Music by Nctrnm.

For the second straight week, JT sits down with senior crime reporter Megan Menchaca to discuss the trial of Meechaiel Criner, accused of killing UT freshman Haruka Weiser in 2016. JT and Megan discuss the first four days of testimony and a few prominent themes and issues that have arisen throughout the trial. Music by Ryan Andersen.

JT is joined by senior crime reporter (and loyal Texan podcast listener) Megan Menchaca to discuss the trial of Meechaiel Criner, the man accused of killing UT freshman Haruka Weiser in 2016. Be sure and follow the Texan's coverage throughout the trial, and follow Megan on Twitter @MeganMenchaca13 to get live news straight to your phones. Music by Ryan Andersen.

The crew grows by a few this week. Kasim, the newest member of the podcast team, offers his thoughts on the Incredibles 2 and defends Apple Music from attacks on all sides. (Sorry, dude. Spotify + Hulu for $4.99 is too good to pass up.) Conans Pizza is closing on the Drag, but Ross Burkhart and Alex Briseno open up about big changes in Texas Athletics. Do you believe in Magic? After they added Longhorn center Mo Bamba, we very well may. Hosted by Kasim Kabbara, Mike Iwaniec, and JT Lindsey. Music by Nctrnm (mostly.)

Austin City Council passes big changes aimed at easing concerns of the immigrant and minority communities of Austin, an update on the Meechaiel Criner trial, and Texas baseball is on the ropes in Omaha. JT talks with Travis Hlavinka, the baseball beat writer, about the Longhorns loss against Arkansas and what to expect against Florida. No comment on if Gators are indeed better equipped to handle rainy and wet conditions. ALSO: Incredibles 2 was great! But while Incredibles films doubled this past week, UT lost half of its Wendy's. Hope you're ready for the next episode! (please don't copyright flag us) Hosted by JT Lindsey. Music by Nctrnm.