15 Minute Story

Sid and Olivia

15 Minute Story is a weekly podcast where hosts Olivia and Sid sit down with fellow students for real, unfiltered conversations—beyond the assignments, resumes, and deadlines. Each episode offers a glimpse into the lives, stories, and perspectives that don’t always surface in the classroom. It’s a space to connect, reflect, and hear something new from the people you pass every day.

  1. Meet: Laura Pellicer

    Apr 26

    Meet: Laura Pellicer

    Meet Laura Pellicer, a second semester student. This episode, we discuss practicing journalism in different places, watching Love in Blind in french and the benefits of media breaks.

    16 min
  2. Meet: Amalia l. Nuñez-Pires

    Apr 20

    Meet: Amalia l. Nuñez-Pires

    Meet Amalia, an arts and culture writer coming back into journalism after a break from the industry, growing her love and appreciation for the work she is doing now. Hear all about her work life balance, why she decided to pursue her masters, and her love for music as well as meeting artists throughout her life.

    16 min
  3. Meet: Ajhada Gabriel

    Mar 29

    Meet: Ajhada Gabriel

    Meet Ajhada, a second semester student. In this episode, we discuss her experience working the night shift at CBS, covering NYC politics, and playing guitar! Created by: Olivia Sippel Hosted by: Sidney Slon Music by: Kevin Luce, www.freesound.org 240329_200522_FR_Jazz_trio_in_small_room by kevp888 -- https://freesound.org/s/730436/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

    15 min
  4. Meet: Emily Smith

    Mar 21

    Meet: Emily Smith

    Meet Emily, a second semester student studying local accountability. We discussed her path into journalism, how her love to socialize was able to translate into a career, and Emily's hobbies outside of school. Created by: Olivia Sippel Hosted by: Olivia Sippel Music by: Kevin Luce, www.freesound.org 240329_200522_FR_Jazz_trio_in_small_room by kevp888 -- https://freesound.org/s/730436/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

    17 min
  5. Meet: Lloyd Davis

    Mar 16

    Meet: Lloyd Davis

    Meet Lloyd Davis, a second semester student and arts and culture journalist. We discuss LLoyd's (many) hobbies, arts and culture stories in NYC, and balancing our personal lives. Created by: Olivia Sippel Hosted by: Sidney Slon Music by: Kevin Luce, www.freesound.org 240329_200522_FR_Jazz_trio_in_small_room by kevp888 -- https://freesound.org/s/730436/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

    14 min
  6. Meet: Jake Martin

    Mar 8

    Meet: Jake Martin

    Meet Jake, who left the restaurant industry and transitioned into journalism by building strong connections with the people around him. In this episode, we dive into his move back to NYC after living in Kentucky and his favorite foods. Created by: Olivia Sippel Hosted by: Sidney Slon Music by: Kevin Luce, www.freesound.org 240329_200522_FR_Jazz_trio_in_small_room by kevp888 -- https://freesound.org/s/730436/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

    16 min
  7. Meet: Jack Walker

    Feb 28

    Meet: Jack Walker

    Meet Jack Walker, a second semester student studying data journalism. We discussed the transition from rural reporting to New York City beats, Jack's aspirations for the future, and why interviewing haunted clowns for a news story is more difficult than it sounds. Created by: Olivia Sippel Hosted by: Sidney Slon Music by: Kevin Luce, www.freesound.org 240329_200522_FR_Jazz_trio_in_small_room by kevp888 -- https://freesound.org/s/730436/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

    15 min
  8. Meet: Jaysa Dold

    Feb 21

    Meet: Jaysa Dold

    Meet Jaysa Dold, a second semester student studying climate journalism. We discussed the winding path to a career as a journalist, NYC climate stories and getting freelance work published for the first time. Created by: Olivia Sippel Hosted by: Sidney Slon Music by: Kevin Luce, www.freesound.org 240329_200522_FR_Jazz_trio_in_small_room by kevp888 -- https://freesound.org/s/730436/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

    16 min
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About

15 Minute Story is a weekly podcast where hosts Olivia and Sid sit down with fellow students for real, unfiltered conversations—beyond the assignments, resumes, and deadlines. Each episode offers a glimpse into the lives, stories, and perspectives that don’t always surface in the classroom. It’s a space to connect, reflect, and hear something new from the people you pass every day.

Information

  • Creator
    Sid and Olivia
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    15 Minute Story