PODCASTING
INTERNSHIP RECAP
Interns jumped into podcasting from both the technical side—setting up and using equipment, editing, etc.—and the creative side—building out different storyboards, designing a logo, etc. By the end of the program, interns produced several episodes for their unique concept and, alongside some amazing guests, tackled meaningful issues such as body image, racism, and what it means to be your own unique brand of queer in today’s society.
What Gen Z Has to Say About It! is a weekly podcast by Gen Z for Gen Z. We cover individual and community stories, news worth exploring further, mental health, and female empowerment. This is a safe space for deep, open-minded conversations. Throughout the series, we interview interesting and influential people and discuss some heavy and trending topics. So put on your seatbealt and join us for an inside look on What Gen Z Has to Say About It!
Follow us on INSTAGRAM! @whatgenzhastosay
WHAT WE LEARNED
WEEK 1: 6/29-7/3 ~ THE VISION
WEEK 2: 7/6 - 7/10 ~ INTERVIEW PREP / PRE-PRODUCTION
WEEK 3: 7/13 - 7/17 ~ AMPLIFY / TELLING DIVERSE STORIES
WEEK 4: 7/20 - 7/24 ~ FINDING YOUR VOICE
WEEK 5: 7/27 - 7/31 ~ AUDIO EDITING 101 / CREATING STORIES FOR YOUR EARS
WEEK 6: 8/3 - 8/7 ~ SHOUT ABOUT IT!
WHO WE INTERVIEWED
Squid Ink (PUNK RIOT GRL BAND FROM FRESNO)
BONES UK (GRUNGE DUO FROM UK)
Kendall (GRSB INTERN <3)
Ryann (GRSB INTERN <3)
Okaycool (ALT ROCK BAND FROM MI)
Emily Kempf (TATTOO ARTIST & MEMBER OF THE BAND DEHD)
June Rayburn (MENTAL BLOCK FILMS/U of M STUDENT)
MarleeGrace (ARTIST/WRITER/DANCER)
Yumi Sakugawa(ILLUSTRATOR)
Liliana Johnson (GRSB COUNSELOR)
Marsha Bailey (FOUNDER OF WOMEN’S ECONOMIC VENTURES)
Faculty at Midland High School
“I've been doing Girls Rock forever, and this has definitely been one of my most memorable times. I have loved and been truly honored to work with everyone. We all rock.”
–Summer intern
MEET THE TEAM
MEET GENESIS
(she/her) 16 from Miami, FL. My dream is to work in the broadcast industry. I love to travel and get to know people from different places, religions, cultures, etc.
MEET DAISY
Hey my names Daisy! I’m 14 and from The Bay Area, California. I’m passionate about nature and history and I want to be an EMT when I’m old enough. In my podcast I discuss the BLM movement and what it means to Gen Z.
MEET AJ
Hi!! I’m AJ, and I’m so excited to share this podcast with you all!! I live in sunny California with my parents, sister, and two dogs, and I love sharing my story with others in hopes that they will relate. I hope you find a part of my story and take it with you—and I look forward to hearing all of yours!
MEET KAYLA
Hi, my name is Kayla (she/her) I’m 17 from Ohio and I really like dairy but I’m lactose intolerant! I also love music and art! I also sleep for fun!
MEET KENDRA
Kendra (She/Her) 14 from Los Angeles CA
Kendra loves animals and nature and enjoys causing chaos and exploring untraveled paths. Tune in to listen to her episode of What Gen Z Has To Say About It: Heartcore Feminism- a workshop
MEET MONICA
Hi! I’m Monica. Right now I go to a performing arts school in LA. I go by she/ her and I’m 15 years old. I love a lot of things and have like a bunch of hobbies (podcasting, debate, fashion, journaling…) If you want to learn more about me check out my podcast. It’s all about interval self care and taking care of your mental health. Like a face mask for your soul!
MEET AUDREY
Audrey (she/her): Hi my name is Audrey Lewis and I am 15 from Los Angeles, California! I love reading and writing as well as adventuring. Camping is super fun. I have one dog, two bunnies and two hamsters so I hope it’s obvious I love animals!
“This internship and everyone in it made a crappy summer one of the best. I've loved this. I'm so grateful I got this amazing opportunity.”
–Summer intern
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