Best Zing Gee Podcasts (2024)

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5: Tennessee Titans TE Anthony Firkser '17 on Path to Pros and Harvard in the NFL 30:50

3+ y ago30:50

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On Episode 5 of The River Rundown, we talk with Tennessee Titans tight end Anthony Firkser '17 about his career in Cambridge, his difficult journey to make an NFL roster, and his success with the Titans so far these last three years. We touch on Firk's memorable individual performance against Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in the playoffs, …

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6. Our Work is Never Complete 32:24

3+ y ago32:24

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In the final episode of A Legacy Revealed we delve into the Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard lawsuit, which seeks to end race-conscious admissions at Harvard. The group alleges Harvard discriminates against Asian Americans in its admissions process. Judges have sided with Harvard on two occasions, but now SFFA has filed the case with the Sup…

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4: Milwaukee Brewers Pitcher Brent Suter '12 On His Path to the Major Leagues and Environmental Sustainability 26:41

3+ y ago26:41

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On Episode 4, we sit down with Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brent Suter ’12 to talk about his path from college, through the minors, to the major leagues, and his passion for environmental sustainability and Earth Day. After spending several seasons in a hybrid role as a starter and a reliever, Suter has thrived out of the bullpen this season, already…

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5. A Knife to Carve a Turkey 25:05

3+ y ago25:05

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In the early 20th century, Harvard boasted one of the highest undergraduate enrollment numbers of any university in the U.S. and England. This all changed after an influx of Jewish immigrants settled in Manhattan. What happened? We delve into the antisemitic roots of the modern day admissions process. Further Information: The Chosen: The Hidden His…

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4. I Could See Family In His Eyes 45:19

3+ y ago45:19

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When Louis Agassiz was a professor at Harvard promoting the theory of polygenism, he commissioned a North Carolina daguerreotypist to take pictures of enslaved, African-born people. Almost 200 years later, Harvard still has these daguerreotypes in their museum archives. Tamara Lanier says she is a descendant of Renty and Delia, two of the subjects …

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3. Tip of the Ice Age 22:21

3+ y ago22:21

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Louis Agassiz was a professor at Harvard University in the 19th century. He originally became famous for his work proving ice ages existed. But when he arrived to teach at Harvard, his work took a turn and he began promoting the idea of polygenism — a theory used to justify racism. In this episode, we delve into how the Harvard name and platform al…

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2. An Enigma Wrapped Inside of a Riddle 18:06

3+ y ago18:06

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In recent years, Harvard has faced increased pressure from activist groups to divest from the prison industrial complex. These calls come from the small percentage of the school’s $41.9 billion endowment that’s disclosed to the public. We look at the implications of prison divestment and why Harvard has yet to divest. Further Information “Harvard a…

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1. The Beginning of Harvard 20:34

3+ y ago20:34

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Cash-strapped in the 1700s, Harvard served as the first institutional bank in New England, handing out loans in a society that was heavily entwined with the Caribbean slave economy. In our first episode, we explore the university’s ties slavery, answering questions like how many Harvard affiliates were slaveowners? In what ways did Harvard benefit …

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Introducing: A Legacy Revealed 2:07

3+ y ago2:07

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“A Legacy Revealed” is a podcast that dives into the roles that slavery and discrimination have played in shaping Harvard University over its 400 year-long history. Hosted by Raquel Coronell Uribe and Six Yu, this 6-part series will invite experts from a variety of fields to answer some of the most compelling questions surrounding Harvard’s histori…

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3: Maddie Chai and Hannah Craig of Harvard Women's Squash on Six Straight National Championships & More 23:44

3+ y ago23:44

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In Episode 3, we talk with women's squash captains Maddie Chai '21 and Hannah Craig '21 about winning the program's sixth-straight national championship last season, leading a team during a pandemic, and professional squash aspirations.By The Harvard Crimson

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V. Dueling Reports: Part Two 1:04:06

3+ y ago1:04:06

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In the final episode of Under Review, hosts Matteo Wong and Olivia Oldham continue to put competing reviews of racism and the Harvard police head-to-head, returning to the question: How can an institution with so much history have so little memory?By The Harvard Crimson

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IV. Dueling Reports: Part One 1:06:44

3+ y ago1:06:44

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In the first half of the finale of Under Review, hosts Matteo Wong and Olivia Oldham put two reviews of the Harvard University Police Department, one by University-hired consultants and the other by abolitionist activists, head to head.By The Harvard Crimson

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III. The Presidential Taskforce 56:04

3+ y ago56:04

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In Episode 3 of Under Review, hosts Matteo Wong and Olivia Oldham try to understand what makes a diversity review successful — and what, exactly, defines success — by looking at the most important diversity review at Harvard from recent years. Learn more about “I, Too, Am Harvard” https://itooamharvard.tumblr.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC…

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2: Harvard Men's Basketball: Christian Juzang and Robert Baker on Playing Pro in Vietnam & Slovakia, Nike Deal, and Johnny Juzang March Madness 31:27

3+ y ago31:27

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On Episode 2 of The River Rundown, guests Christian Juzang ’20 and Robert Baker ’20 of Harvard hoops talk about playing professionally in Vietnam and Slovakia, the abrupt end to their senior season last March, and the miraculous March Madness run to the Final Four by Christian's brother, Johnny.By The Harvard Crimson

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II. A Strange House 1:00:39

3+ y ago1:00:39

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In Episode 2, hosts Matteo Wong and Olivia Oldham rewind 40 years to the story of the 1980 report, “A Study of Race Relations at Harvard College,” and ask why it seems to have been forgotten in recent University climate survey efforts. Further reading on the model minority myth: “‘Model Minority’ Myth Again Used As A Racial Wedge Between Asians And…

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I. Yardfest 55:03

3+ y ago55:03

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In Episode 1 of Under Review, hosts Matteo Wong and Olivia Oldham explore an incident of police violence against a Black undergraduate from April 2018, the resulting review committee, and its reverberations to the present day.By The Harvard Crimson

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1: Harvard Men's Hockey's Jack Drury and Marshall Rifai on Harvard, Sweden, and the NHL 31:09

3+ y ago31:09

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The first episode of The River Rundown, featuring Marshall Rifai and Jack Drury from Harvard men’s hockey, who touch on a variety of topics—from the team, to the NHL, to playing professionally in Sweden while still taking online classes. Hosted by Amir Mamdani and edited by Zing Gee.By The Harvard Crimson

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Introducing: The River Rundown 0:54

3+ y ago0:54

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The River Rundown is a podcast about Harvard Athletics amidst the pandemic — focusing on alumni and undergraduates alike, and how the pandemic has impacted their careers. Hosted by Amir Mamdani , this 7-part series will incorporate a variety of perspectives and athletic experiences, tying together some complementary views on life across the Charles…

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Introducing: Under Review 3:22

3+ y ago3:22

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How can Harvard, an institution with so much history, have so little memory? The racial reckonings and Black Lives Matter protests that swept the country this past summer brought attention to a trend in how Harvard seems to deal with student activism and concerns surrounding race, racism, and diversity: to commission a diversity review. These commi…

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8: In the Real World 15:20

3+ y ago15:20

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A big part of the Harvard experience includes the time you spend away from school. In the first part of this episode, Jason Lam tackles big questions about impact and purpose with a friend on a leave of absence. In the second, Kalos Chu tells the story of a transformative summer in quarantine. Written by Jason Lam and Kalos Chu. Produced and edited…

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7: Beyond the Bubble 13:35

3+ y ago13:35

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While most students spent the semester far from Harvard, some lived just outside its gates. Students seeking to recreate the campus experience signed on to short term rentals in Cambridge and surrounding areas, entering a housing market at the cusp of an eviction crisis. It’s part of what one student calls “gentrification in rapid action” — and Har…

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6: 'Insanely Irresponsible' 14:49

3+ y ago14:49

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In early October, Jessica M. Moore ’21 was hospitalized with COVID-19. She came out of the experience feeling like Harvard had failed her: the institution seemed unprepared to handle severe cases. This episode explores Jessica’s story and some of the ways the pandemic has exacerbated the inequities of Harvard. Presented by The Harvard Crimson. Host…

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5: Unstoppable Force, Immovable Object 15:34

4y ago15:34

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Old institutions like Harvard aren’t exactly known for being quick to adapt to change. So what happens when a global pandemic forces instructors and administrators to reimagine the college experience? Kai and Jason talk to instructors about virtual office hours, the future of higher education and doing math proofs in a windowless office. Presented …

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4: Long Distance 13:30

4y ago13:30

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The international experience at Harvard is partly defined by distance: distance from home, distance from family, distance in culture. This episode explores international students’ experiences in the pandemic. It’s the story of a mostly-won legal battle, a nocturnal sleep schedule, and an identity crisis. Presented by The Harvard Crimson. Hosted and…

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3: Remote Activism 12:21

4y ago12:21

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2020 is a busy year for activists at Harvard, but virtual school means organizing is now remote. The semester poses unique challenges, and student activist groups are devising new tactics to effect social change. Presented by The Harvard Crimson. Hosted and edited by Kai McNamee. Produced by Kai McNamee, Jason Lam, Ryan Gajarawala, and Allison Lee.…

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2: The Freshman Experience 18:32

4y ago18:32

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Microwaved meals, Instagram friends and illicit parties on the river. Freshmen grapple with unmet expectations as they navigate virtual Harvard. While most are adapting, following the rules is harder for some. In this episode of New Normal, Kai explores the freshman experience. Hosted and edited by Kai McNamee. Produced by Kai McNamee, Ryan Gajaraw…

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1: A Mostly Virtual Move-In 12:26

4y ago12:26

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It’s September, and the semester is underway at Harvard. Kai explores Harvard’s fall plan, and students’ physical and virtual return to Cambridge. Presented by the Harvard Crimson. Hosted and edited by Kai McNamee. Produced by Kai McNamee, Ryan Gajarawala, and Allison Lee. Podcast art by Kai McNamee and Yuen Ting Chow.…

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Introducing: New Normal 2:11

4y ago2:11

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New Normal is a podcast about Harvard students in a pandemic. Hosted and produced by Kai McNamee, this 8-part series will cover topics ranging from virtual move-in to remote activism, and will feature students experiencing Harvard from all over the world. This series will be published on alternating Tuesdays — the first episode, “A Mostly Virtual M…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Zing Gee Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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A Legacy Revealed

The Harvard Crimson

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The River Rundown

The Harvard Crimson

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Under Review

The Harvard Crimson

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New Normal

The Harvard Crimson

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5: Tennessee Titans TE Anthony Firkser '17 on Path to Pros and Harvard in the NFL 30:50

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6. Our Work is Never Complete 32:24

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4: Milwaukee Brewers Pitcher Brent Suter '12 On His Path to the Major Leagues and Environmental Sustainability 26:41

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5. A Knife to Carve a Turkey 25:05

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4. I Could See Family In His Eyes 45:19

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3. Tip of the Ice Age 22:21

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2. An Enigma Wrapped Inside of a Riddle 18:06

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1. The Beginning of Harvard 20:34

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Introducing: A Legacy Revealed 2:07

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3: Maddie Chai and Hannah Craig of Harvard Women's Squash on Six Straight National Championships & More 23:44

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V. Dueling Reports: Part Two 1:04:06

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IV. Dueling Reports: Part One 1:06:44

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III. The Presidential Taskforce 56:04

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2: Harvard Men's Basketball: Christian Juzang and Robert Baker on Playing Pro in Vietnam & Slovakia, Nike Deal, and Johnny Juzang March Madness 31:27

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II. A Strange House 1:00:39

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I. Yardfest 55:03

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1: Harvard Men's Hockey's Jack Drury and Marshall Rifai on Harvard, Sweden, and the NHL 31:09

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Introducing: The River Rundown 0:54

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Introducing: Under Review 3:22

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8: In the Real World 15:20

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7: Beyond the Bubble 13:35

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6: 'Insanely Irresponsible' 14:49

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5: Unstoppable Force, Immovable Object 15:34

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4: Long Distance 13:30

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3: Remote Activism 12:21

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2: The Freshman Experience 18:32

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1: A Mostly Virtual Move-In 12:26

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Introducing: New Normal 2:11

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