Ham Radio: Conversations from the Four Winds

Ham Radio Ep 003 - In-Depth Analysis with Dr. Juliana Paré on New College Financial Reports

The third episode of Ham Radio features NCA Board Member Dr. Juliana Paré discussing the American Association of University Professors’ April 2024 report, “A Financial Analysis of New College of Florida,” and why NCA wants to commission a second, two‑year update to bring the analysis current.  Dr. Paré argues that budgets reveal an institution’s priorities and that “following the money” creates credible, citable accountability using publicly reported data (including 990s and IPEDS), with concerns raised about unusually high costs, administrative spending, athletics funding categorization, and unanswered questions around foundation spending. Ben and Juliana frame New College as a stark case study with national implications for higher‑ed policy debates.  The NCA asks supporters to read the 2024 report, join monthly meetings, and help fund or sponsor the $3,500 update and dissemination. SPECIAL DONATION PAGE TO SUPPORT A NEW REPORT: https://tinyurl.com/NCAfinreport2026 ---------- ABOUT HAM RADIO Ham Radio is produced by the Novo Collegian Alliance — an independent and unaffiliated 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by alumni to preserve New College’s spirit of intellectual freedom, creativity, and community after 2023. Produced by KimBoo York. 💡 Support the NCA and Ham Radio: If you value independent voices and grassroots alumni action, please consider becoming an NCA Supporter today. Every contribution — large or small — helps fund projects like student grants, events, and this very podcast: https://tinyurl.com/HamRadioNCA ---------- Resources & Links Mentioned: Link to the 2024 Financial Analysis: https://tinyurl.com/3d5z6jxv Kuhn and the Structure of Scientific Revolutions: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Structure_of_Scientific_Revolutions Email Ben Brown: ben@novocollegian.org ---------- Subscribe for new episodes as we spotlight alumni initiatives, student stories, and the ongoing work to keep the New College community thriving. #HamRadio #NovoCollegianAlliance #NewCollegeofFlorida #AlumniVoices #HigherEd #CommunityAdvocacy #PodcastLaunch

Ham Radio ep. 002 - Deep Dive with NCA president Bill Rosenberg

Welcome to Ham Radio, the official podcast of the Novo Collegian Alliance (NCA)! “Preserving the Legacy, Empowering the Community” ---------- Join us for a deep‑dive conversation between host Ben Brown and NCA Board President Bill Rosenberg. This heartfelt discussion not only covers Bill's "New College Story" but the history of New College, why it is such a valuable institution, and what the NCA is doing to preserve our traditions and community.  If you've been wondering what the NCA is about, how it came about, and why you should support it, please tune in! ---------- ABOUT HAM RADIO Ham Radio is produced by the Novo Collegian Alliance — an independent and unaffiliated 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by alumni to preserve New College’s spirit of intellectual freedom, creativity, and community after 2023. Produced by KimBoo York. 💡 Support the NCA and Ham Radio: If you value independent voices and grassroots alumni action, please consider becoming an NCA Supporter today. Every contribution — large or small — helps fund projects like student grants, events, and this very podcast: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/Xw8FfxAItKOalmwfkFG4vA ---------- Resources & Links Mentioned: Inside Higher Ed article (Oct 1, 2025): https://www.insidehighered.com/news/governance/state-oversight/2025/10/01/spending-soars-rankings-fall-new-college-florida NCA Website: https://www.novocollegian.org/ ---------- Subscribe for new episodes as we spotlight alumni initiatives, student stories, and the ongoing work to keep the New College community thriving.

Ham Radio 001: Deep Dive with Ben Brown, Esg.

This is our first episode — a deep‑dive conversation with Ben Brown, attorney, New College of Florida alumnus (’09), and current NCA Board Member. Hosted and produced by KimBoo York, this launch episode sets the stage for what Ham Radio is all about: connecting the New College community through conversation, storytelling, and insight. Originally aired 10/30/2025  ----------- NCA Website: https://www.novocollegian.org/