Who Spectates the Spectators?

WSTS 25: Thank You, Professor Watkins

Well, we've reached the season one finale of the award-winning "Who Spectates the Spectators?" In this season finale, Editor-in-Chief of The Spectator, Katelyn Whitlock, sits down with host Eric Perry to give thanks to Professor Denny Watkins. For the last five years, Professor Watkins has quite literally run the Journalism program at CUC all by himself and is now being rewarded for his hard work by not being brought back in the fall. In this episode, Eric and Katelyn discuss their favorite memories of him, how he helped them in their budding journalism careers, and reiterate the sense of journalistic ethics and duty that he installed in both of them. They bid a bittersweet farewell to one of the best professors that Concordia University Chicago had to offer. Thank you all so much for listening this season. Thank you, Professor Watkins

WSTS 24: Eric Perry-Former Cheer & Stunt Athletes Say They Were Pressured to Compete Through Injury

In this week's episode of the award-winning "Who Spectates the Spectators," editor-in-chief of The Spectator Katelyn Whitlock once again returns as guest host. She sits down with Arts & Culture Editor Eric Perry to talk about his new article, "Former Cheer and Stunt Athletes Say They Were Pressured to Compete Through Injury." They discuss the allegations surrounding the CUC Cheer and Stunt teams, the events that led to both sports having their 2026 seasons cancelled, and what the future looks like for both programs. You can find Eric's article linked below! Former Cheer and Stunt Athletes Say They Were Pressured to Compete Through Injury – The Spectator [https://spectator.cuchicago.edu/7519/sports/former-cheer-and-stunt-athletes-say-they-were-pressured-to-compete-through-injury/]

WSTS 23: Eric Perry-Housing Consolidation Leaves Students Burned

In this episode of the award-winning podcast "Who Spectates the Spectators?" editor-in-chief of The Spectator Katelyn Whitlock slides into the hosting chair to sit down with Eric Perry to talk about his new article, "Housing Consolidation Leaves Some Students Feeling Burned." They discuss students being evicted from First Jonathan, the reasons why, and the general lack of communication that seems to be behind almost all of the confusion that this year's round of housing consolidation has created. You can find Eric's story linked below! Housing Consolidation Leaves Some Students Feeling Burned – The Spectator [https://spectator.cuchicago.edu/7465/campus-life/housing-consolidation-leaves-some-students-feeling-burned/]

WSTS 22: Stand Tall for Truth?

In this special (and not in a good way) episode of "Who Spectates the Spectators?" host Eric Perry sits down with the editor-in-chief of The Spectator, Katelyn Whitlock. They discuss how Concordia University Chicago is pulling funding for The Spectator, the cutting of the journalism program, and what The Spectator will look like in fall 2026. Spoiler: we don't know! This episode also discusses the history of The Spectator at CUC, the options that are being explored to keep it alive, and what the loss of the student newspaper could mean to CUC. Another spoiler: nothing good! If you want to learn more about being a part of The Spectator team or donating to keep it alive, reach out at perryeric27@gmail.com.

WSTS 21: Jonathan Aungst-New Men's Soccer Coach Arrives at CUC

In this week's episode of the award-winning "Who Spectates the Spectators?" host Eric Perry sits down with the Sports Editor for The Spectator, Jonathan Aungst. His new article, "New Men's Soccer Coach Looks to Jump-Start CUC's Program," focuses on the hiring of Graham Brennan as the new CUC Men's Soccer Coach. They discuss Brennan's hiring, his vision for the men's soccer team, how he plans to turn the team around, and more! You can find Jonathan's story linked below! New Men’s Soccer Coach Looks to Jump-Start CUC’s Program – The Spectator [https://spectator.cuchicago.edu/7289/sports/new-mens-soccer-coach-looks-to-jumpstart-cucs-program/]