College Speaks

In the debut episode of College Speaks, UNLV students get real about what college is actually like — beyond the brochures and TikTok highlight reels.

From gap years and changing majors to student loans, financial literacy, confidence, and career uncertainty, this conversation explores whether college is truly “worth it” in 2026. The cast shares honest reflections on navigating adulthood, advisor experiences, pandemic interruptions, pressure to succeed, and the disconnect between students and friends who chose different paths.

You’ll hear perspectives from business majors, aspiring voice actors, broadcasters, and first-generation thinkers wrestling with debt, ambition, and independence. Is college necessary? Is it a business? Does it build confidence? Or are there alternative paths to success?

If you’re a Nevada high school student, a current college student, or someone debating whether higher education is right for you — this episode is for you.

🎓 Real talk. No filters. Just students figuring it out in real time.

What is College Speaks?

College Speaks is a student-driven podcast produced by the next generation of broadcasters at the Hank Greenspun School of Journalism & Media Studies at UNLV.

Hosted by Noe Ramirez, Shyla Calloway, Star Posner, and Grayson Malner

Each episode features real, unfiltered conversations about the issues shaping college life today — from student debt and gap years to career uncertainty, independence, media literacy, and what it actually means to transition from teenager to adult in today’s world.

College Speaks is more than just a discussion show — it’s a hands-on training ground where future broadcasters learn professional production, interviewing, critical thinking, and storytelling in a real-world environment.

If you’re a high school student considering college, a current undergrad finding your path, or someone curious about how young adults are navigating higher education in 2026, this podcast offers authentic student voices and thoughtful perspectives.

🎧 Hosted and produced by Noe Ramirez
Executive produced by Jason Beatty
Recorded in the KUNV Studios – Las Vegas
🎓 Powered by the Hank Greenspun School of Journalism & Media Studies.
📡 Broadcast on 91.5 KUNV and distributed worldwide.

Syndication Available:
College stations worldwide can carry College Speaks. For syndication inquiries, email jason.beatty@unlv.edu for more information.