The Spoke

We bring you some lovely conversations with our College's finest (college) couples. Listen as we quiz them on how well (or not) they know each other. Will it end in heartbreak? We hope not!Edited and Produced: Robert Sizer and Ellie GregsonPresented by: Caterina Dixon and Ellie GregsonArtwork: Caterina DixonMusic: Alex Wallace and the St Catharine's College ChoirThanks to our college couples for talking to us!

In this episode we tuck in to all things food. We meet Rob Jonas - the man who brings us all the delights we eat in Hall! We also read out some of your comments on your favorite Catz meals! Tasty!Edited and Produced: Robert SizerPresented by: Jack Stebbing, Ellie Gregson, and Caterina DixonArtwork: Caterina DixonMusic: Alex Wallace and the St Catharine's College ChoirPhoto: Binky Dixon

In this episode we talk to JCR presidents past and future. What does the role involve. Who are the people vying for the top job! Listen in to find out more.Produced: Ellie Gregson, Robert Sizer and Emily GobetArtwork: Caterina DixonMusic: Alex Wallace and the St Catharine's College ChoirAdditional Thanks: Kazal, Eleanor, Jack and GeorgePhoto: Binky Dixon

In this Halloween special, Ellie and Caterina talk to Librarian Colin Higgins about the spookiest place in Catz - the Sherlock Library. Discussing ghost stories, fears, and halloween costumes, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Written and Produced: Ellie Gregson and Caterina DixonEdited by: Ellie GregsonLogo: Caterina DixonMusic and sound effects: St Catharine’s College Choir and ZapSlatAdditional Thanks: Emily Gobet, Robert Sizer, Emma McDonald, George Cristin Marks, Eleanor Taylor and Kazal Oshodi

In this episode, recorded before Michaelmas Term began, Ellie and George discuss all things welfare. We are joined by College’s Welfare Officer Mary, as well as JCR Welfare Officers Anousha and Alex, discussing plans and coping mechanisms for the unusual term ahead. Article elaborating on feelings of loss during lockdown recommended by Mary : https://hbr.org/2020/03/that-discomfort-youre-feeling-is-griefWritten and Produced: George Cristin Marks and Ellie GregsonEdited by: George Cristin Marks and Ellie GregsonLogo: Caterina DixonMusic: St Catharine's College ChoirAdditional thanks: Emily Gobet, Robert Sizer, Emma McDonald

In this episode of the Spoke we talk to the college Chaplain, Revd Ally Barrett, to find out more about religion, sustainability, inclusion, courage and yarn bombing. Enjoy!Produced and Edited: Emily Gobet and Robert SizerArtwork: Caterina Dixoncover art: Rachel O’ConnellMusic: Alex Wallace and the St Catharine’s College ChoirAdditional thank to Emma MacDonald, George Cristin-Marks and Ellie GregsonYarn bombing (The Guardian):-         https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2010/oct/10/graffiti-knittingArao, Clemens (2013) ‘From Safe Spaces to Brave Spaces’-         https://www.gvsu.edu/cms4/asset/843249C9-B1E5-BD47-A25EDBC68363B726/from-safe-spaces-to-brave-spaces.pdf

A special episode casting an eye to the new digital Catz community that has formed over lockdown.Owen Mcardle:-         https://twitter.com/WheelyGoodMemesSean Liu:-         https://www.caths.cam.ac.uk/MinecraftJess Forsdyke:-         https://www.strava.com/clubs/st-catharine-s-college-virtual-jogging-society-605467?hl=en-GBEdited and Produced: Ellie Gregson and Robert SizerJingle: Composed by Alex Wallace and performed by the St Catharine’s College ChoirArt work: Caterina DixonAdditional Help: Emma McDonald, Emily Gobet, George Cristin-Marks

An Interview with 2020 May Ball President Alex Denny!Produced and Edited: Ellie Gregson and Robert SizerArtwork: Caterina DixonMusic: Alex Wallace and the St Catharine's College Choir