Keeping in tune with Mako Radio: March 14

Mike Lynn, assistant director of Mako Media Network, and Mario D’Agostino, sports adviser, host The B-Side podcast with Mako Radio music director Weston Clark and Carey Courson, junior communication major. PHOTO BY ANDREW ROSE.

The Ricky Stanicky Premiere

Alex Hernández, station manager for Mako Radio, attended the premiere of Ricky Stanicky.

“I had the extraordinary privilege of interviewing the legendary John Cena during the highly anticipated premiere of Ricky Stanicky, and the experience exceeded all expectations,” Hernández said. “From the moment we met, Cena exuded genuine warmth and charisma, instantly putting me and my team at ease. Despite his status as a global superstar, Cena’s humility and down-to-earth demeanor were truly remarkable.”

Hernández said that throughout the interview, Cena demonstrated a remarkable ability to connect on a personal level, making her feel genuinely heard and valued.

“His genuine interest in our questions and unwavering focus created an atmosphere of authenticity and mutual respect,” Hernández said. “What truly stood out was Cena’s genuine effort to ensure our comfort, going above and beyond to accommodate our needs and make the entire experience memorable. In a world where celebrity encounters can often feel impersonal, Cena’s sincerity and engagement left an indelible impression. We even connected over BTS, and the importance of laughter in a college student’s life.”

Sound of the station

This week’s top artist for the second week in a row: Ronnie Stone. For those fans of indie and ’80s-style pop, Ronnie Stone has the sound to match your tastes. For next week, Mako Radio will have some more indie and country artists starting to pop up in our charts. Keep an eye out for new music if you are a fan of these genres heading into the new week! To start, here are some new artist recommendations: Maggie Roger’s, TR/ST, Sadie Jean, Briston Maroney and Jordan Lindley.

Off the Record

In the next episode of Off the Record, co-hosts, Denisia Martimbor and Jonesia Martimbor amplify the voices of resilience and innovation through recurring segments centered around the theme of Women’s History Month. From the rhythm of music to the pulse of campus life, every segment is a testament to the power of diversity and inclusion. Off The Record can be heard every other Friday from noon to 1 p.m. on our Spotify, live streamed on makomedia.nova.edu, on Instagram @nsu_makoradio and on 88.5FM WKPX Sunrise.

In the Know

On the latest episode of In the Know, co-hosts, Daja Long and Luqman Gbenro discussed gender roles and how art both mirrors and influences life. The podcast touches on how gender role stereotypes exist through beauty standards, celibacy norms, parenting expectations and mainstream media’s contribution to the overall discourse. You can listen to In The Know every other Thursday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. on our Spotify, live streamed on makomedia.nova.edu, on Instagram @nsu_makoradio and on 88.5FM WKPX Sunrise.

The B-Side

The B-Side podcast released a new episode this month featuring co-hosts, Mike Lynn, assistant director of Mako Media Network, and Mario D’Agostino, sports adviser. The most recent episode covers the evolution of mainstream country music, influential musicians that have shaped the genre, and how college radio stations charted independent country musicians. The B-Side podcast can be heard every other Friday from noon to 1 p.m. on our Spotify, live streamed on makomedia.nova.edu, on Instagram @nsu_makoradio and on 88.5FM WKPX Sunrise.