Who Spectates the Spectators?

WSTS 25: Thank You, Professor Watkins

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:26:43 GMT

Well, we've reached the season one finale of the award-winning "Who Spectates the Spectators?" In this season finale, Editor-in-Chief of The Spectator, Katelyn Whitlock, sits down with host Eric Perry to give thanks to Professor Denny Watkins. For the last five years, Professor Watkins has quite literally run the Journalism program at CUC all by himself and is now being rewarded for his hard work by not being brought back in the fall. In this episode, Eric and Katelyn discuss their favorite memories of him, how he helped them in their budding journalism careers, and reiterate the sense of journalistic ethics and duty that he installed in both of them. They bid a bittersweet farewell to one of the best professors that Concordia University Chicago had to offer.

Thank you all so much for listening this season.

Thank you, Professor Watkins

WSTS 24: Eric Perry-Former Cheer & Stunt Athletes Say They Were Pressured to Compete Through Injury

Fri, 08 May 2026 15:23:52 GMT

In this week's episode of the award-winning "Who Spectates the Spectators," editor-in-chief of The Spectator Katelyn Whitlock once again returns as guest host. She sits down with Arts & Culture Editor Eric Perry to talk about his new article, "Former Cheer and Stunt Athletes Say They Were Pressured to Compete Through Injury." They discuss the allegations surrounding the CUC Cheer and Stunt teams, the events that led to both sports having their 2026 seasons cancelled, and what the future looks like for both programs. You can find Eric's article linked below!

Former Cheer and Stunt Athletes Say They Were Pressured to Compete Through Injury – The Spectator

WSTS 23: Eric Perry-Housing Consolidation Leaves Students Burned

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:18:28 GMT

In this episode of the award-winning podcast "Who Spectates the Spectators?" editor-in-chief of The Spectator Katelyn Whitlock slides into the hosting chair to sit down with Eric Perry to talk about his new article, "Housing Consolidation Leaves Some Students Feeling Burned." They discuss students being evicted from First Jonathan, the reasons why, and the general lack of communication that seems to be behind almost all of the confusion that this year's round of housing consolidation has created. You can find Eric's story linked below!

Housing Consolidation Leaves Some Students Feeling Burned – The Spectator

WSTS 22: Stand Tall for Truth?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:04:26 GMT

In this special (and not in a good way) episode of "Who Spectates the Spectators?" host Eric Perry sits down with the editor-in-chief of The Spectator, Katelyn Whitlock. They discuss how Concordia University Chicago is pulling funding for The Spectator, the cutting of the journalism program, and what The Spectator will look like in fall 2026. Spoiler: we don't know! This episode also discusses the history of The Spectator at CUC, the options that are being explored to keep it alive, and what the loss of the student newspaper could mean to CUC. Another spoiler: nothing good!

If you want to learn more about being a part of The Spectator team or donating to keep it alive, reach out at perryeric27@gmail.com.

WSTS 21: Jonathan Aungst-New Men's Soccer Coach Arrives at CUC

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:21:41 GMT

In this week's episode of the award-winning "Who Spectates the Spectators?" host Eric Perry sits down with the Sports Editor for The Spectator, Jonathan Aungst. His new article, "New Men's Soccer Coach Looks to Jump-Start CUC's Program," focuses on the hiring of Graham Brennan as the new CUC Men's Soccer Coach. They discuss Brennan's hiring, his vision for the men's soccer team, how he plans to turn the team around, and more! You can find Jonathan's story linked below!

New Men’s Soccer Coach Looks to Jump-Start CUC’s Program – The Spectator

WSTS 20: Jonathan Aungst-A Year Without the Concordia Invitational Tournament

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:33:49 GMT

In this episode of the award-winning "Who Spectates the Spectators?" host Eric Perry is joined by the Sports Editor for The Spectator, Jonathan Aungst. They discuss Jonathan's article, "A Year Without the Concordia Invitational Tournament," which focuses on the CIT, why it did not take place this year, how future installments of the tournament could look, and more! You can find Jonathan's article linked below!

A Year Without the Concordia Invitational Tournament – The Spectator

WSTS 19: Katelyn Whitlock-High Parking Costs Prompt SGA Inquiry

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:16:27 GMT

In this episode of the award-winning Who Spectates the Spectators, host Eric Perry is once again joined in the studio by editor-in-chief of The Spectator, Katelyn Whitlock. Her article, "High Parking Costs Prompt SGA Inquiry," focuses on the recent SGA survey polling CUC students on whether they think parking permits are too expensive. Katelyn and Eric discuss the SGA survey, ask the question of why parking permits are so expensive, and look at how CUC parking permit prices compare to other schools in the area. You can find Katelyn's article linked below!

High Parking Costs Prompt SGA Inquiry – The Spectator

WSTS 18: Katelyn Whitlock-Entrepreneurship Triad Connects Students and Community

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:45:00 GMT

In this installment of Who Spectates the Spectators, host Eric Perry sits down with editor-in-chief Katelyn Whitlock to discuss her new article, "Entrepreneurship Triad Program Connects Students with the Community." They discuss what the program is, how it came into existence, and the ways it allows CUC students to work with local Chicagoland small businesses. You can find Katelyn's article linked below!

Entrepreneurship Triad Program Connects Students With the Community – The Spectator

WSTS 17: Eric Perry-New Era of Music Begins at CUC

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:16:17 GMT

In this week's episode of Who Spectates the Spectators (winner of best culture and entertainment podcast at the 2026 ICPA Awards), editor-in-chief Katelyn Whitlock steps in as guest host to talk with Eric Perry about his new article, "New Era of Music Begins at CUC." They discuss Johanna Anderson taking over from the recently retired Dr. Fischer, Anderson's vision for growing music at CUC, her ideas for recruiting, and more. You can find Eric's article attached below!

New Era of Music Begins at CUC – The Spectator

WSTS 16: Katelyn Whitlock-Cereal Eating Event Causes a Stir

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:56:12 GMT

In this week's episode of the award-winning podcast Who Spectates the Spectators, host Eric Perry sits down with editor-in-chief Katelyn Whitlock to talk about her article, Cereal Eating Event Causes a Stir in Crossroads. They discuss the event (where CUC students attempted to eat all the cereal in the cafeteria), how it was planned and organized, and the fallout from the event. You can find Katelyn's article attached below!

Cereal-Eating Event Causes a Stir in Crossroads – The Spectator

WSTS 15: Katelyn Whitlock-New VP of Academic Affairs Calls for Innovation

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode of Who Spectates the Spectators (which recently won Best Culture and Entertainment Podcast at the 2026 ICPA Awards), host Eric Perry sits down with editor-in-chief Katelyn Whitlock. They discuss her new article, "New VP of Academic Affairs Calls for Innovation." They discuss CUC hiring Robert Balza as the new VP of Academic Affairs, his ideas for potentially adding lower credit courses, figuring out how AI should be used at CUC, and more. You can find Katelyn's article attached below!

New VP of Academic Affairs Calls for Innovation – The Spectator

WSTS 14: Katelyn Whitlock-Viral Water Bottle Prank Makes Waves on Campus

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:58:37 GMT

At long last, host Eric Perry sits down with Katelyn Whitlock to talk about her article, "Viral Watter Bottle Prank Makes Waves on Campus." Or, as it is more commonly known, the "CUC Pisser Story." They talk about what went on behind the scenes, why it came to an end, and the interesting hurdles Katelyn faced in reporting on the story. You can find Katelyn's article attached below!

Viral Water Bottle Prank Makes Waves on Campus – The Spectator

WSTS 13: Eric Perry-Pack the Stands Event Raises $2,000 for Local School

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:13:29 GMT

In this week's episode of Who Spectates the Spectators, editor-in-chief Katelyn Whitlock returns to guest host as she talks to Eric Perry about his article "Pack the Stand Event Raises $2,000 for Local Elementary School." They talk about how the 'Pack the Stands' event came to be, the planning that happened behind the scenes, and the event itself. You can find Eric's story attached below!

‘Pack the Stands’ Event Raises $2,000 for Local Elementary School – The Spectator

WSTS 12: Jonathan Aungst-CUC Athletics Took on October Mental Health Month

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:40:25 GMT

In this week's episode of Who Spectates the Spectators, host Eric Perry sits down with Jonathan Aungst, the Sports Editor of The Spectator. They discuss Jonathan's newest article, "CUC Athletics Took on October Mental Health Month." They talk about how CUC is raising awareness for the mental health of athletes, how athletes suffer from a higher rate of mental health issues than non-athletes, and more. You can find the story attached below.

CUC Athletics Took on October Mental Health Month – The Spectator

WSTS 11: Katelyn Whitlock-Professor Engages Students, Alumni in Crafting New Novel

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:21:16 GMT

In this week's episode of Who Spectates the Spectator, Eric sits down with editor-in-chief Katelyn Whitlock to discuss her new article, Professor Engages Students, Alumni in Crafting New Novel. They talk about how Professor Anton Jones made his new fantasy novel The March of the Blood-Red King a collaborative effort, as both current and past CUC students served as beta readers, cover artists, and more. You can find the story attached below!

Professor Engages Students, Alumni in Crafting New Novel – The Spectator

WSTS 10: Katelyn Whitlock's State of the Spectator Address

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:27:11 GMT

In this special episode of Who Spectates the Spectator, Eric Perry sits down with the new editor-in-chief of The Spectator, Katelyn Whitlock, as she gives her State of the Spectator Address. They discuss what The Spectator will look like in 2026 and beyond, trying to bring back the print version of The Spectator, breaking into new mediums such as short and long-form video, and more!

WSTS 9: Eric Perry-Festivalgoers Celebrate Riot Fest

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 16:15:04 GMT

In this episode, Katelyn Whitlock is yet again guest hosting as she sits down with Eric Perry to discuss his article, Festivalgoers Celebrate 20 Years of Riot Fest. His article details his time at Riot Fest and focuses on the conversations he had with people that attended both the first Riot Fest, and Riot Fest 2025. He also talks about the different bands he listened to, the t-shirts he saw, and the people he met. You can find Eric's article attached below!

Festivalgoers Celebrate 20 Years of Riot Fest – The Spectator

WSTS 8: Eric Perry-CUC Gears Up for 2026 Egypt Trip

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:11:39 GMT

In this episode, City Life Editor Katelyn Whitlock returns to the guest hosting chair as she talks to Eric about his new article, "CUC Gears Up for 2026 Egypt Trip." His article focuses on the upcoming Egypt trip, including why the school chose Egypt, the planning that went into the trip, and what students will see and do on the Egypt trip. You can find Eric's article attached below!

CUC Gears Up for 2026 Egypt Trip – The Spectator

WSTS 7: Katelyn Whitlock-New Makerspace Interweaves Technology with Art

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:20:24 GMT

In this episode, Katelyn Whitlock is back to discuss her article, New Makerspace Interweaves Technology with Art Curriculum. Her article focuses on the new Makerspace area in the CUC library, and how it will be used in coordination with the Art Department to create incredible new designs. You can find Katelyn's article attached below!

New Makerspace Interweaves Technology with Art Curriculum – The Spectator.

WSTS 6: Jonathan Aungst-Pitching Led Cougars to Special Season

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:28:29 GMT

In this episode, Eric Perry once again sits down with Jonathan Aungst, the Sports Editor of the Spectator to discuss his new article, Pitching Led the Way for a Special Season for the Cougars. His article focuses on the successful 2025 campaign for the CUC baseball team, and how they plan to follow that success in 2026. You can find Jonathan's article attached below!

Pitching Led the Way for a Special Season for the Cougars – The Spectator

WSTS 5: Jonathan Aungst-CUC Adds New AD and Coaches

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:58:45 GMT

In this episode, Eric Perry sits down with Sports Editor Jonathan Aungst to discuss Aungst's new article, CUC Adds New Athletic Director and Two New Coaches. The article focuses on the changes that the athletics department underwent over the summer, such as adding a new Athletic Director, a new Baseball coach, and a new Cross Country coach. You can find Jonathan's article attached below!

CUC Adds New Athletic Director and Two New Head Coaches – The Spectator

WSTS 4: Eric Perry-Paul Walter Hauser Looks Back on Time at CUC

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:14:20 GMT

In this episode, the roles are once again flipped as Katelyn Whitlock returns to the hosting chair to interview Eric Perry. His article, Emmy-Winner Paul Walter Hauser Looks Back on His Time at CUC, centers around an interview with Paul Walter Hauser, and how the famous actor views his time at CUC. You can find Eric's article attached below!

Emmy-Winner Paul Walter Hauser Looks Back on His Time at CUC – The Spectator

WSTS 3: Eric Perry-What Pulls Comics Writers and Artists to Chicago?

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:19:01 GMT

In this episode of Who Spectates the Spectators, the script is flipped as City Life editor Katelyn Whitlock steps into the hosting chair to interview Eric Perry. His article, What Pulls Comics Writers and Artists to Chicago?, delves into a look at how Chicago has recently become a hub for people in the comic book/graphic novel industry. You can find Eric's article attached below!

What Pulls Comics Writers and Artists to Chicago? – The Spectator

WSTS 2: Anna Kuschel-Longtime Conductor Named Distinguished Professor

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:14:08 GMT

In this episode of Who Spectates the Spectators, host Eric Perry sits down with Anna Kuschel, the editor-in-chief of The Spectator, to discuss her new article. Her article, "Longtime Orchestra and Choir Conductor Named Distinguished Professor," focuses CUC music Professor Maurice Boyer, who was given the highest honor that a CUC faculty member can receive. You can find Anna's article attached below!

Longtime Orchestra and Choir Conductor Named Distinguished Professor – The Spectator

WSTS 1: Katelyn Whitlock-Lemons into LemonAid

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:11:42 GMT

Welcome to the debut episode of Who Spectates The Spectators?! In this episode, host Eric Perry sits down with the City Editor of The Spectator, Katelyn Whitlock, to discuss her first story as a member of The Spectator. Her story, "Turning Lemons into LemonAid: Community Comes Together for 9/11 Memorial, Charity Event," focuses on a local event that is held every year to commemorate 9/11. You can find Katelyn's article attached below!

Turning Lemons into LemonAid: Community Comes Together for 9/11 Memorial, Charity Event – The Spectator