Episodes
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Maddie Marinez(Laguardia '25, Hunter '27) has been serving a hot free breakfast every Saturday for the South Bronx. After a 14 year battle with addiction she created her own nonprofit called Boots On Ground Inc to help fight food insecurity in The Bronx.
Join host David Horn as he sits down with Brooklyn College Senior and independent music artist Emanuela Troianiello. More known by her stage name Yo Unica, the music technology major speaks on the process of making it in the music world as a CUNY student.
On this episode of CUNY Uncut, host David Horn sits down with 3-time CUNY student Ritika Talwar to discuss her journey to becoming a geotechnical engineer. She graduated from LaGuardia(’23) then transferred to City College before finishing at City Tech.
Baruch's Dominican Students Association ASEDOM is hosting the first ever Quisqueyan Conference filled with workshops, fireside chats, Dominican Food and a dance party. It is open to all CUNY students on Baruch's campus on Friday March 27th from 9am-6pm.
Host David Horn sits down with one of CUNY's 50 under 50 alumni and Lead Designer of OnlyNY, Zach Reyes (Queens College '20). As a first-generation Filipino-American they talk about how Zach incorporates his heritage into his designs.
Host David Horn sits down with current Brooklyn College student Ricky Costas-Hernandez to talk about his babysitting business, TeenSittersNYC. He talks about the process of getting it off the ground and how CUNY students could start their own businesses.
Host David Horn sits down with current Student Government President Ashley Villalva(Macaulay CSI ’26) to discuss how they advocate for all types of students. Her work in student government ties into her career as a pre law student and future attorney.
Policial economics student Alexander Shearman (Macaulay Hunter ’28) to discuss how to become more politically engaged in CUNY while speaking on experience, working in DC, Hunter’s Roosevelt House, and youth-led movements such as get free(link from above).
Host David Horn is joined by City College Spitzer Architecture Student Pop Joslaine Manos to talk about how CUNY students are building a better future for NYC through architecture designs that target policy, community needs, and city-building initiatives.
On the season four premiere of CUNY Uncut, David Horn returns as host to interview social media sensation Denice Morán Ramirez aka Deescientist. She is a first-generation Latina getting her PhD in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at the CUNY
On the season finale of CUNY Uncut, host David Horn sits down with social worker and college career coach Harleny Vasquez to discuss about her CUNY journey and how to prepare for the next steps in your career
Two time CUNY graduate Malika Christopher (York ’17, CUNY SPH ’24) shares what her life is like as a CUNY alumni as she is now working as a Nutrition & Health Services Manager at the Food Bank for New York City.
Ever heard of TED talks? CUNY has their own partnership with them and their annual conference is coming up on May 2nd, 2025 from 9am-5pm at John Jay College. The two co-organizers Emily Madray and Saanavi Goyal joins to discuss how the conference is so much more than just talks, filled with performances, workshops, games, and goodies.
The 38th chairperson of the University Student Senate and current CUNY SPS student Daniel Reden talks about advocating for CUNY students through student government by talking to them face to face.
Crystal "Chrissy" Jones, joins CUNY Uncut, a CUNY Adaptive Wheelchair Basketball player who has been nationally recognized for her achievements on the court. She also discusses accessibility on CUNY campuses and advocating for people with disabilities.
On this episode of CUNY Uncut, Queen College Urban Affairs MA student Aziza Sumler sits down with host David Horn to discuss how marginalized communities can attack systemic problems head on, starting with education.
Host David Horn sits down with acclaimed filmmaker Vanessa Cruz (Macaulay Brooklyn College '26) to discuss the making of her most recent documentary "The Making of a Matriarch" as well as her journey to becoming the next great Dominican storyteller.
On this episode of CUNY Uncut, David Horn sits down with Noah Cavallito, a current Baruch College senior who created the Instagram fashion magazine page CUNYOutfits. They discuss Noah's creative ideas for the account, how important fashion is to CUNY students, and how fashion ties into personal identity.
David Horn sits down with Damien Andrade, a current Brooklyn College senior who is heavily involved with NYPIRG and local politics. They discuss Damien’s experiences protesting, fighting for youth representation, and voting culture in South Brooklyn.
In the Season 3 premiere of CUNY Uncut, Isabel Ortiz passes the baton to new host David Horn They discuss Isabel’s experience hosting the show, getting settled in the CUNY system, graduating, and Isabel’s new experiences to come.
On this episode of CUNY Uncut, Isabel Ortiz chats with Cristian Eduardo, a CUNY SPS student, human trafficking survivor, and consultant. They discuss his life after human trafficking, the stigma of HIV, and the challenges faced by those most vulnerable.
On this episode of CUNY Uncut, Isabel Ortiz chats with Hunter and Lehman College alum Rosdaly Ramirez, a maternal wellness content creator. They delve into motherhood’s challenges and joys, CUNY’s support, and post-children self-discovery.
Host, Isabel Ortiz sits down with Aditya Mishra, a City Tech student and chef. They discuss his journey from Nepal to New York, his experiences working in a Michelin-starred restaurant, and the creation of his supper club The Sewing Tin.
On this episode of CUNY Uncut, Isabel Ortiz sits down with Hunter College Women’s Basketball Captain Alexa Charles. They delve into Alexa’s passion for basketball, teamwork both on and off the court, and highlight the mental pressure inherent in the game.
On this episode of CUNY Uncut, Isabel Ortiz talks with CUNY law student Dylan James about his transformative journey from incarceration to the bar exam. They discuss the power of change, confront negative incarceration stigma, and reflect on the underestimated value of his lived experiences in the legal realm.
