Editor’s Pick

About Editor’s Pick

The Buzz’s Editor-in-Chief, Darcy Gallagher, talks with Buzz members about their personal stories and roles on the magazine, and chooses her top three online articles every other week to speak with the authors about those topics. Get Buzzed with new episodes every week! ⚡️

Publisher

The Buzz

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Feb 2023

Latest episode

16 May 2023

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 May 2023

   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

2. 

   9 May 2023

   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)

3. 

   2 May 2023

   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)

4. 

   25 Apr 2023

   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)

5. 

   17 Apr 2023

   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)

6. 

   12 Apr 2023

   Racism in Boston, Musings of Impermanence, and Traveling for Concerts

   In this episode of Editor's Pick, Nia Mclean returns to the podcast. She speaks about her and some of her friends' experiences attending PWIs as a person of color in Boston. Specifically, how Boston has a historically rich background in education but also in racism. Next, Chloe Jad tells us about an existential crisis she had last semester about how impermanent our sense of "home" can be. Lastly, Zainab Zaman talks about the role traveling for concerts plays in the climate crisis and the controversy surrounding the concept of destination concerts. Host: Darcy Gallagher Guests: Nia Mclean, Chloe Jad, Zainab Zaman Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher IN THIS EPISODE "Boston: America's Most Racist College Town" (0:22-10:30) "Musings of Impermanence" (10:40-21:44) "Concert Traveling" (21:56-34:14) MUSIC Follow 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)

7. 

   3 Apr 2023

   Believing in Yourself, Following Your Passions, and Pushing Past Limitations with Sally Zheng

   In this episode of Editor's Pick, Darcy speaks with Buzz photographer Sally Zheng. Sally shares stories about how she fell in love with photography, overcame obstacles, and what happens when you 'just do it.' Her work and insight is incredibly inspiring. Host: Darcy Gallagher Guest: Sally Zheng Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher Follow Sally! Portfolio (https://www.sallyzcreative.com/photography) Instagram: @sz_darkroom Follow 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)

8. 

   28 Mar 2023

   The Dark Side of Wellness, Paris to Boston, and Existing by Yourself

   *CONTENT WARNING* The first interview of this episode features a discussion about the negative effects of the wellness industry. Topics like disordered eating, intermittent fasting, and severe caloric deficits come up. If you'd like to skip this conversation, please skip to minute 17:28. In this week's episode of Editor's Pick, Darcy speaks with Alexandra Grieco about the dark side of the wellness industry, specifically Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop empire and the unhealthy habits she is reinforcing. In the next conversation, Amanda Healy describes her experience studying abroad in Paris and learning to navigate the food scene once returning to Boston. Finally, Avery Hellberg provides tips on how to spend quality time alone and become comfortable with solitude. Host: Darcy Gallagher Guests: Alexandra Grieco, Amanda Healy, Avery Hellberg Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher IN THIS EPISODE Read all of these articles here (https://www.thebubuzz.com/)! "Gwyneth Paltrow's Bone Broth: When 'Wellness' Hides Disordered Eating" (https://www.thebubuzz.com/single-post/gwyneth-paltrow-s-bone-broth-when-wellness-hides-disordered-eating) (00:18-17:28) "Paris to Boston" (https://www.thebubuzz.com/single-post/paris-to-boston) (17:30-26:50) Amanda's Podcast: Proceed With Caution (https://open.spotify.com/show/7zpEGhmGxCkcD874PrOL4A?si=wL4MHNJ1QQWcNghEokkZug&fbclid=PAAaYjT8ULNDgbXE1onJJgZPrm-vKjJrFWezae6U-qbCRIHwuYQfxGDs1ToYw), Instagram: @pwc_podcast "How to Exist by Yourself" - read this article when it goes live on our website (https://www.thebubuzz.com/) this week! (26:60-36:06) Follow 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)

9. 

   20 Mar 2023

   Copy Editing and Law with Lila Redler

   This week on Editor's Pick, Darcy speaks with Lila Redler about juggling her role as head copy editor for The Buzz while also studying for the LSAT. Lila explains how her editing jobs have prepared her for a career in law. Host: Darcy Gallagher Guest: Lila Redler Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher Follow 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)

10. 

    6 Mar 2023

    How to Access the Healing Powers of Your Hair, Roxbury Mural Scavenger Hunt, Luxury Items vs. Fast Fashion, and Sex and the City

    In this episode of Editor's Pick, we talk with Richa Jindal about hair care and accessing the healing powers of your hair, Danielle Miller about her adventures in Roxbury following a Boston mural map, and finally with Annie Levy about luxury items, sustainability, and Sex and the City. Read all of these articles this week here (https://www.thebubuzz.com/) Host: Darcy Gallagher Guests: Richa Jindal, Danielle Miller, Annie Levy Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher IN THIS EPISODE: Healing Powers of Your Hair (0:20-10:32) Roxbury Mural Scavenger Hunt (10:40-21:29) Luxury Items vs. Fast Fashion (21:38-30:00) Follow 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)

11. 

    27 Feb 2023

    Photography, Authenticity, and Goals for This Semester with Will Chapman

    Will Chapman talks about how he got into photography, his work, inspirations, and discovering his personal style. As a freshman and photographer for The Buzz, Will has already made a big impact in Boston. Host: Darcy Gallagher Guest: Will Chapman Associate Producer: Darcy Gallagher IN THIS EPISODE: Photography: 3:40-17:00 Inspiration and Discovering Personal Style: 17:20-22:25 Spotted Series: 24:20-29:10 Follow Will's Photography Instagram! @eyeofwilliam Website: https://www.eyeofwilliam.com/ (https://www.eyeofwilliam.com/) Follow 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)

12. 

    20 Feb 2023

    Sex Conversations, Album of the Year, and Wellness Hacks for This Winter

    In this first episode of Editor's Pick, we hear from Nia Mclean about a conversation she and her uncle had about her sex life, then with Andrea Morales about Beyoncé and Bad Bunny losing Album of the Year and what that means, and finally with Katrina Scalise about fending off seasonal depression on BU's campus with mindfulness and wellness practices. I want to give a big thank you to Nia, Andrea, and Katrina for sharing their insight and thoughts with us. IN THIS EPISODE: "A Conversation with a Man about My Sex Life (https://www.thebubuzz.com/single-post/a-conversation-with-a-man-about-my-sex-life)" Nia Mclean (0:20-15:17) "Let's Talk About Album of the Year (https://www.thebubuzz.com/single-post/let-s-talk-about-album-of-the-year)" Andrea Morales (15:25-26:05) "How Long Until Spring (https://www.thebubuzz.com/single-post/how-long-until-spring)" Katrina Scalise (26:10-37:25) Follow 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) Follow Andrea Morales' Podcast, As We Like It: Book Review Podcast on social media and Anchor & Spotify! Instagram: aswelikeitbookreview Anchor & Spotify: https://anchor.fm/aswelikeit-bookreview?fbclid=PAAaY9uqAzgFcpnHZsqByxznNsVe7w6euRWYQCG3pNeXx3Z6Sb2N-UoV57y5U

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