New Hosts, Buzz Co-Founders, and The Buzz’s Future

New Hosts, Buzz Co-Founders, and The Buzz’s Future

This 50 minute episode concludes season 1 of Editor’s Pick. We hear from our new hosts of the podcast, Buzz Opinion editor, Nia Mclean, and our new Editor-in-Chief, Cady Ghandour. They introduce themselves, and tell us their visions for the podcast. In the next interview, we hear from Buzz co-founders, Marisa Morrison Stein and Allie Vasilakis Mann. They founded the Buzz in 2009, and share the story of its creation, as well as how the Buzz has helped them in their careers, and where they see the publication going in the future. Finally, we hear from Cady in a solo episode about her plans for The Buzz, and the excitement and nerves surrounding the role of EIC. Host: Darcy Gallagher Guests: Nia Mclean, Cady Ghandour, Marisa Morrison Stein, and Allie Vasilakis Mann Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher MUSIC BY Strobe Light Casualties Instagram: @strobelightcasualties Website, Spotify, Apple Music

Wellness, Meditation, and Spirituality with Sophia Blair

In this episode, Sophia Blair, a wellness writer for The Buzz, walks us through her meditation practice, and provides tips for beginner meditation techniques. She also explains different dimensions of wellness, and talks about her articles involving tree therapy and connecting with your inner child. Host: Darcy Gallagher Guest: Sophia Blair Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher MUSIC BY: Strobe Light Casualties Instagram: @strobelightcasualties Website [https://www.strobelightcasualties.com/], Spotify,  [https://open.spotify.com/artist/3M0QxaAlA0xqMC2JBX5oLD?si=ocpzChu5Q9mqJRnnJI6nEA]Apple Music [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/strobe-light-casualties/1539295115]

Writing for Major Publications vs. Yourself, Starting a Blog, and More with Sam Thomas

In this episode, we hear from Sam Thomas, The Buzz's culture editor. He talks about what it's like writing for publications like the Boston Globe and BU Today versus writing for yourself. He also tells us about his experience starting his own blog and the benefits of having that platform as a creative outlet. Host: Darcy Gallagher Guest: Sam Thomas Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher CHECK OUT SAM'S BLOG [https://samthomaswrites.com/] ! MUSIC  By Strobe Light Casualties Follow them!  Instagram: @strobelightcasualties ⁠Website⁠ [https://www.strobelightcasualties.com/], ⁠Spotify, ⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/artist/3M0QxaAlA0xqMC2JBX5oLD?si=ocpzChu5Q9mqJRnnJI6nEA]⁠Apple Music⁠ [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/strobe-light-casualties/1539295115]

Beauty is Terror, Internships, and Overcoming Immense Hardship with Chika Okoye

Chika Okoye, our amazing photo director at The Buzz, talks about her time at the magazine, the meaning behind our new print issue theme which she created: "Beauty is Terror," her photography, incredible resume, and how grief has shaped her into the woman she is today.  Host: Darcy Gallagher Guest: Chika Okoye Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher MUSIC  By Strobe Light Casualties Follow them!  Instagram: @strobelightcasualties ⁠Website⁠ [https://www.strobelightcasualties.com/], ⁠Spotify, ⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/artist/3M0QxaAlA0xqMC2JBX5oLD?si=ocpzChu5Q9mqJRnnJI6nEA]⁠Apple Music⁠ [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/strobe-light-casualties/1539295115]

Supergoop, Makeup, and Skincare with Greta Holtzman

In this episode of Editor's Pick, Greta Holtzman, The Buzz’s super-talented makeup artist, shares all her beauty secrets. We learn about how she fell in love with makeup, her internship at the largest up-and-coming sunscreen company, Supergoop, and all her makeup and skincare routines. She offers many insightful product recommendations and tips for anyone starting out in their skin + makeup journey.  Host: Darcy Gallagher Guest: Greta Holtzman  Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher IN THIS EPISODE How Greta Became a Makeup Pro: (2:40-13:55) Greta’s Makeup Routine & Suggestions (14:00-17:20) Skincare Routines & Suggestions (17:20-29:10) PRODUCTS MENTIONED  (non are sponsored in this episode, all are pure recommendations) Supergoop Sunscreen [https://www.sephora.com/search?keyword=supergoop] Superfood Cleanser [https://www.sephora.com/product/kale-spinach-green-tea-age-prevention-cleanser-P411387⁠] Glytone Mild Cleanser [https://www.dermstore.com/glytone-mild-gel-cleanser/11287688.html?utm_egbu=DS+::+DERM+::+US+::+EN+::+GGL+::+PMAX+::+HP/SF+::+Shopping-Only&utm_egb=&utm_ega=&utm_egc=&gclid=CjwKCAjw3POhBhBQEiwAqTCuBoTkjkI8-Y171TSdFkkBeUqow2EZBEonYeeAW2Et-OTSxOvnY1nQ1RoC1T0QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds⁠] Double Repair Moisturizer [https://www.target.com/p/la-roche-posay-toleriane-double-repair-mini-face-moisturizer-travel-size-1-01-fl-oz/-/A-87430627?ref=tgt_adv_xsp&AFID=google&fndsrc=tgtao&DFA=71700000012735304&CPNG=PLA_Beauty%2BPersonal+Care%2BShopping_Local%7CBeauty_Ecomm_Beauty&adgroup=SC_Health%2BBeauty&LID=700000001170770pgs&LNM=PRODUCT_GROUP&network=g&device=c&location=9002000&targetid=pla-894573305699&ds_rl=1246978&gclid=CjwKCAjwue6hBhBVEiwA9YTx8IRVOoAfKb3RexYqzhPLZyiulRLIr89hbJe-iUOfdB8cd9LdEp8T9RoCCHIQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds⁠] Makeup Remover Balm [https://www.sephora.com/product/green-clean-makeup-meltaway-cleansing-balm-P417238] Makeup by Mario SoftSculpt [https://www.sephora.com/product/softsculpt-transforming-skin-enhancer-P500452?skuId=2578011&icid2=products%20grid:p500452:product] Summer Fridays Sheer Tint [https://www.sephora.com/product/sheer-skin-tint-with-hyaluronic-acid-squalane-P501777⁠] Liquid Blush [https://www.sephora.com/product/liquid-blush-P419506] Milk Makeup Blush Stick [https://www.sephora.com/product/mini-lip-cheek-P437097?skuId=2448488] Roller Lash Mascara [ ⁠https://www.sephora.com/product/roller-lash-curling-lifting-mascara-P392516⁠] GRETA’S MAKEUP TIK TOK  @gretaajoy MUSIC  By Strobe Light Casualties Follow them!  Instagram: @strobelightcasualties ⁠Website⁠ [https://www.strobelightcasualties.com/], ⁠Spotify, ⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/artist/3M0QxaAlA0xqMC2JBX5oLD?si=ocpzChu5Q9mqJRnnJI6nEA]⁠Apple Music⁠ [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/strobe-light-casualties/1539295115]