VoV Podcast

Carter Ponce
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UofT’s only independent student podcast

  1. "I Almost Quit" - The Real Story Behind Rebuilding the Podcast | VoV Ep. 111

    1D AGO

    "I Almost Quit" - The Real Story Behind Rebuilding the Podcast | VoV Ep. 111

    After nearly a year off, Carter Ponce returns to the mic with the raw truth behind his biggest reset yet. In this comeback episode, Carter breaks down how VoV started from a failed university dating app idea, the risks he took to launch the podcast with borrowed money, the lessons from producing 110 episodes, and why he’s reinventing the show for ambitious young Canadian men chasing bigger goals. This is a candid episode about entrepreneurship, pressure, reinvention, and building something that actually lasts. - Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voicesofvic/ - Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@voicesofvic - Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/vov-podcast/id1674434987 - Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EVNNGIAtVcUEdnh9gKt9H?si=bRFp4BCARaCBS7pTXwyNRQ&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGndqQqSkeRchlP_Cj_TuRccOKYRuGodGT79iJu4ChNmkRYWO6kYsg8tZnmiSY_aem_ReaC3WtfVbh76g2ZD2uIVA&nd=1&dlsi=425b4c3120a84326 Apply to be a guest on the podcast: https://forms.gle/smrYLeDH8T8ChW7XA Chapters 00:00 - The Comeback Begins 03:39 - The New Vision for VoV 11:54 - How VoV Was Born 22:20 - Betting $2,800 on a Podcast Dream 32:58 - Growing the Show From Zero 39:23 - Interviewing My Childhood Hero 58:05 - Free Speech, Campus Controversy & Pushback 01:07:06 - Challenging University Culture 01:24:00 - What Comes Next for VoV

    1h 44m
  2. The Finale… For Now | VoV Ep. 110

    2025-06-08

    The Finale… For Now | VoV Ep. 110

    Justin Spears is a 5th-year Physics student and President of the UofT Fitness Club. He talks about Mark Carney as Canada's newly elected Prime Minister, the perplexing state of post-secondary education, and how a lack of masculinity is leading to the declining birth rate. Follow us on Instagram @voicesofvic Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    2h 32m
  3. Canada’s Next Prime Minister | VoV Ep. 109

    2025-06-01

    Canada’s Next Prime Minister | VoV Ep. 109

    Jay Laskar is a 3rd-year Environmental Science student. He talks about the 2025 Canadian election, how emotions can negatively affect men, and how he recovered from a bad ping pong injury. Check out Jay's socials: @stlawrence.cafe on Instagram @st.lawrence_tax_and_accounting on Instagram @jayfortress101 on Instagram Follow us on Instagram @voicesofvic Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    1h 4m
  4. Has Apple Plateaued? | VoV Ep. 108

    2025-05-25

    Has Apple Plateaued? | VoV Ep. 108

    Hrid Patel is a 4th-year Computer Science student. He talks about applying his UofT education to move up the ranks in his job at the City of Brampton, the pre-requisites of doing what you're passionate about, and why every iPhone is not the same year over year. Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Follow us on Instagram @voicesofvic

    1h 19m
  5. To Infinity and Beyond | VoV Ep. 107

    2025-05-18

    To Infinity and Beyond | VoV Ep. 107

    Tina Simpson is a 2nd-year Mechanical Engineering student. She talks about sending a satellite to space with the UofT Aerospace team, starting her own business, and why peppermint tea with a shot of Jagermeister will help you study! Check out Tina’s organic makeup brand on Instagram: @seine.cosmetics Follow us on Instagram @voicesofvic Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    59 min
  6. Fighter, Actor, Navy Sailor | VoV Ep. 106

    2025-05-11

    Fighter, Actor, Navy Sailor | VoV Ep. 106

    Roy Han is a 1st-year Master's student and Founder of the UTM Martial Arts Club. He talks about joining the military at 18, acting in ad campaigns for RBC and Petro Canada, and which fighting style might fit you best. Follow us on Instagram @voicesofvic Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    1h 18m
  7. Capturing Life’s Beauty | VoV Ep. 105

    2025-05-11

    Capturing Life’s Beauty | VoV Ep. 105

    Tarek Dennaoui is a 4th-year Physics student at UTSC. He talks about the birth and growth of his freelance photography business, why it’s important to overcome lust, and how to get people to like you fast. Follow Tarek’s photography page: @tndvisuals Follow us on Instagram ​⁠ Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    1h 23m
  8. Love What You Do | VoV Ep. 104

    2025-04-27

    Love What You Do | VoV Ep. 104

    Jamie Yu is a 4th-year Mathematics student. He shares his best tips for job interview prep, talks about how to regain passion for your field of study, and discusses why Chinese students score better. Follow us on Instagram @voicesofvic Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

    53 min
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About

UofT’s only independent student podcast

Information

  • Creator
    Carter Ponce
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    109
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Carter Ponce
  • Show Website
    VoV Podcast