The Drag: Stories

The Drag

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The Drag: Stories showcases excellent audio storytelling from students at the University of Texas at Austin.

FEB 1

Introducing: A new season of 'Darkness'

On the evening of April 16, 1960, a young woman from McAllen, Texas named Irene Garza went to church for confession. She never returned home. A week later, her body was found floating in a canal. Decades would pass before the priest who murdered Irene was brought to justice in a historic case for the church and the Rio Grande Valley. In Season five of “Darkness,” host Talisa Treviño details the decades-long fight for justice for Irene. Hear from the investigators who tackled the case and Irene’s loved ones, as well as survivors of abuse in the Catholic church. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts.

3 min
JAN 10

Indie bookstores: Dead or alive?

Most people don’t think twice before buying their books from Amazon or Barnes and Noble, so how do local bookstores stay open? Are they struggling to make ends meet or are they thriving against the odds?

12 min
12/27/2024

Oprah vs. Amarillo: The beef battle

Did you know Oprah had beef (pun intended) with the beef industry in the '90s? Katelyn Sadd takes you on a journey of the great beef battle of 1997.

16 min
12/13/2024

A glimpse into the world of college radio

In this episode, get a glimpse into the unique world of college radio stations with Fernanda Loeza, aka DJ Grafiter. You'll learn how college radio stations differ from other radio stations and how they impact alumni at their respective universities. Not only will you hear from DJ Grafiter, but you'll also get to listen to experiences from other DJs across the United States, from Austin, New York, and North Carolina.

16 min
11/29/2024

Deep in the Junk of Texas

Visit and meet South Austin's local legend, the Junk King, as we explore his 60-ton masterpiece: The Cathedral of Junk. In this episode, host Matt Kut takes you on a journey through this unbelievable creation, where every corner tells a story. From colorful sections of painted debris, to towering sculptures that defy gravity, discover the magic of this eclectic sanctuary. Featuring exclusive interviews with creator Vince Hanneman himself and special guest Bella Kent, who shares her nostalgic connection to this iconic landmark. Join us as we uncover the secrets and charms of the Cathedral of Junk, a true testament to Austin's eccentric spirit.

18 min
11/15/2024

The Yoakum Railroad

Join Bowen Jacobs on a journey through his hometown of Yoakum, Texas, as he looks at the impact of the railroad (and other factors) that led to the decline of the town, as well as similar stories from towns nearby.

22 min
11/01/2024

We Luv Physical Media

UT Austin film student Kaitlyn Gomez delves into the seemingly soon to be lost art of physical media, interviewing students and the co-founder of Austin based non-profit DVD rental store, We Luv Video.

19 min
10/18/2024

What it's like for the men who work at an all-girls dorm

Randy Duncan takes a step inside Scottish Rite Dormitory, an all-girls University of Texas off-campus dorm where most of the employees are male students.

16 min

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Delightful & Insightful

05/25/2021

RoniPols

Sara Schleede, my compliments to the chef!! The pandemic forced us to stay home, but it was truly delightful exploring different online communities through Request Pending. Sara so thoughtfully weaves through anecdotes and presents each online community in a nuanced light. Listen to this podcast, you won’t be disappointed. I look forward to listening to Sara’s upcoming podcast.
engaging and critical

08/25/2020

Evan JK

request pending is a fantastic podcast, delving deep into unconventional and interesting stories that the internet has to offer. it’s a very good spin on covering online culture.
if you like RadioLab, you’ll love this podcast

07/10/2020

haleymbutler

Sara is an excellent host and her curiosity about the world is both admirable and engaging! The wide range of topics is why I will listen to this podcast all the way through
5/5 !

07/08/2020

kyarbro

Sara is a delight to listen to!! So sweet and insightful, definitely recommend the listen