Behind The Beat Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/behind-the-beat-5a14a1b4-a672-4030-9b5d-88207a1e2941 Behind the Beat is the official behind-the-scenes podcast of 91.5 HD2 The Beat, UNLV’s student-run radio station. Hosted by the student voices you hear on-air, this show pulls back the curtain on college radio, podcasting, and student media — giving you a real look at what it takes to go live, build a brand, and create content that actually connects. Each episode explores: How to start a podcast as a college student What it’s like hosting a live radio show Behind-the-scenes production tips Student media leadership and club culture The creative process inside a working radio station Real stories from student broadcasters Whether you’re a current UNLV student, a Nevada high school student thinking about college, or someone curious about breaking into media, Behind the Beat shows you how student creators turn ideas into real broadcasts. More than just a podcast, this show is a front door into 91.5 HD2 The Beat — where students learn broadcasting, promotions, content creation, audio production, and live event marketing in a hands-on environment. If you’ve ever thought about getting behind the mic, this is your backstage pass. © 2026 KUNV 8031eeea-9bc6-5c2a-a598-d48463d1161f yes en Wed, 20 May 2026 11:05:01 -0700 Wed, 20 May 2026 11:05:17 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/T_KNx10_SZA0NJdgnmnkV_jL_7-mEF24o7Za2uHXUrA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85NzJl/N2VjZWNhMTZhM2Ix/OTFkOTQ0NzMyMDIw/NzM1Mi5wbmc.jpg Behind The Beat episodic KUNV Behind the Beat is the official behind-the-scenes podcast of 91.5 HD2 The Beat, UNLV’s student-run radio station. Hosted by the student voices you hear on-air, this show pulls back the curtain on college radio, podcasting, and student media — giving you a real look at what it takes to go live, build a brand, and create content that actually connects. Each episode explores: How to start a podcast as a college student What it’s like hosting a live radio show Behind-the-scenes production tips Student media leadership and club culture The creative process inside a working radio station Real stories from student broadcasters Whether you’re a current UNLV student, a Nevada high school student thinking about college, or someone curious about breaking into media, Behind the Beat shows you how student creators turn ideas into real broadcasts. More than just a podcast, this show is a front door into 91.5 HD2 The Beat — where students learn broadcasting, promotions, content creation, audio production, and live event marketing in a hands-on environment. If you’ve ever thought about getting behind the mic, this is your backstage pass. Behind the Beat is the official behind-the-scenes podcast of 91.5 HD2 The Beat, UNLV’s student-run radio station. UNLV podcast, 91.5 HD2 The Beat, Behind the Beat podcast, UNLV student radio, college radio station, student-run radio, UNLV broadcasting club, Nevada college media, Las Vegas student media, how to start a podcast in college, college podcast tips, student broadcasting opportunities, campus radio show, UNLV Greenspun Hall, Nevada student organizations, college media careers, radio production basics, student content creators, Las Vegas college radio, college DJ experience, join college radio club, UNLV involvement center, student leadership in media, behind the scenes radio, college communications majors Jason Beatty jason.beatty@unlv.edu No No Ghosts in the Rafters Interview | UNLV Battle of the Bands Winners on Behind the Beat Season Finale 6 6 Ghosts in the Rafters Interview | UNLV Battle of the Bands Winners on Behind the Beat Season Finale full 99a21056-3c56-4270-a645-bb995b2b402a https://behindthebeat.transistor.fm/6 Meet UNLV Battle of the Bands champions Ghosts in the Rafters in this high-energy season finale of Behind the Beat. Recorded at UNLV’s Greenspun Hall, this exclusive interview dives into the band’s pop punk with breakdowns sound, musical influences ranging from Blink-182 and My Chemical Romance to Metallica, their songwriting process, upcoming EP I Feel It All, and what it felt like winning Battle of the Bands before gearing up for iconic performances like the Whisky a Go Go. Plus, hosts reflect on the growth of Behind the Beat, standout interviews, and building one of UNLV radio’s most engaging student-led music podcasts. A must-watch for fans of emerging rock bands, Las Vegas music, pop punk, student media, and behind-the-scenes artist conversations. 

]]> Meet UNLV Battle of the Bands champions Ghosts in the Rafters in this high-energy season finale of Behind the Beat. Recorded at UNLV’s Greenspun Hall, this exclusive interview dives into the band’s pop punk with breakdowns sound, musical influences ranging from Blink-182 and My Chemical Romance to Metallica, their songwriting process, upcoming EP I Feel It All, and what it felt like winning Battle of the Bands before gearing up for iconic performances like the Whisky a Go Go. Plus, hosts reflect on the growth of Behind the Beat, standout interviews, and building one of UNLV radio’s most engaging student-led music podcasts. A must-watch for fans of emerging rock bands, Las Vegas music, pop punk, student media, and behind-the-scenes artist conversations. 

]]> Fri, 15 May 2026 13:22:19 -0700 KUNV KUNV 1672 Meet UNLV Battle of the Bands champions Ghosts in the Rafters in this high-energy season finale of Behind the Beat. Recorded at UNLV’s Greenspun Hall, this exclusive interview dives into the band’s pop punk with breakdowns sound, musical influences ranging from Blink-182 and My Chemical Romance to Metallica, their songwriting process, upcoming EP I Feel It All, and what it felt like winning Battle of the Bands before gearing up for iconic performances like the Whisky a Go Go. Plus, hosts reflect on the growth of Behind the Beat, standout interviews, and building one of UNLV radio’s most engaging student-led music podcasts. A must-watch for fans of emerging rock bands, Las Vegas music, pop punk, student media, and behind-the-scenes artist conversations. 

]]> Ghosts in the Rafters, UNLV Battle of the Bands, Behind the Beat podcast, UNLV student radio, Las Vegas pop punk band, Ghosts in the Rafters interview, I Feel It All EP, UNLV music scene, Las Vegas rock bands, Battle of the Bands winners, pop punk with breakdowns, emerging pop punk bands, Blink 182 inspired bands, My Chemical Romance influences, Las Vegas student musicians, Whisky a Go Go performance, UNLV Greenspun Hall, student podcast series, independent rock bands Las Vegas, behind the scenes music interview, local band spotlight, Las Vegas alternative music, young musicians podcast, UNLV campus music, Behind the Beat season finale No Behind the Beat Episode 6: UNLV Radio Life, Student Media Hustle & Canon’s Journey from High School Broadcast to 91.5 The Beat 5 5 Behind the Beat Episode 6: UNLV Radio Life, Student Media Hustle & Canon’s Journey from High School Broadcast to 91.5 The Beat full 86627a9f-5477-468a-a03d-c1ff17a0ac05 https://behindthebeat.transistor.fm/5  In Episode 6 of Behind the Beat, Chris, Ava, and Tony pull back the curtain on life inside UNLV’s student-run radio powerhouse, 91.5 HD2 The Beat. From Battle of the Bands hype and campus events to gaming bright spots, AI creativity, and behind-the-scenes station culture, this episode captures the energy of college media at its best. Special guest Canon joins the crew to share his path from middle school and high school video production to UNLV radio, juggling multiple student media organizations, surviving burnout, and finding his voice on air. It’s a fun, honest, and inspiring conversation about broadcasting, creativity, college life, and building your future in media—one show at a time. 

]]>  In Episode 6 of Behind the Beat, Chris, Ava, and Tony pull back the curtain on life inside UNLV’s student-run radio powerhouse, 91.5 HD2 The Beat. From Battle of the Bands hype and campus events to gaming bright spots, AI creativity, and behind-the-scenes station culture, this episode captures the energy of college media at its best. Special guest Canon joins the crew to share his path from middle school and high school video production to UNLV radio, juggling multiple student media organizations, surviving burnout, and finding his voice on air. It’s a fun, honest, and inspiring conversation about broadcasting, creativity, college life, and building your future in media—one show at a time. 

]]> Fri, 01 May 2026 12:48:22 -0700 KUNV KUNV 1635  In Episode 6 of Behind the Beat, Chris, Ava, and Tony pull back the curtain on life inside UNLV’s student-run radio powerhouse, 91.5 HD2 The Beat. From Battle of the Bands hype and campus events to gaming bright spots, AI creativity, and behind-the-scenes station culture, this episode captures the energy of college media at its best. Special guest Canon joins the crew to share his path from middle school and high school video production to UNLV radio, juggling multiple student media organizations, surviving burnout, and finding his voice on air. It’s a fun, honest, and inspiring conversation about broadcasting, creativity, college life, and building your future in media—one show at a time. 

]]> Behind the Beat podcast, UNLV radio, 91.5 The Beat, college radio podcast, student media, UNLV student life, broadcasting podcast, radio host interview, college broadcasting, Battle of the Bands UNLV, Canon UNLV, student radio station, journalism student podcast, UNLV media studies, college podcast, behind the scenes radio, student broadcasters, campus events podcast, media production, college entertainment podcast, radio career, student organizations UNLV, HD2 The Beat, Las Vegas college radio, future broadcasters No Behind the Beat Episode 5: UNLV Student Radio, Battle of the Bands & Vice President Spotlight 4 4 Behind the Beat Episode 5: UNLV Student Radio, Battle of the Bands & Vice President Spotlight full 460577af-5971-4b07-86dd-9d44ceedce0d https://behindthebeat.transistor.fm/4  Take a behind-the-scenes look at UNLV’s student-run radio station on this episode of Behind the Beat. The crew dives into campus life, previews the upcoming Battle of the Bands event, and sits down with newly elected Vice President Dartanian Williams to talk about his journey from military service to media production. From student leadership to live event planning, this episode highlights the energy, creativity, and opportunities inside 91.5 The Beat—Nevada’s top college radio station 

]]>  Take a behind-the-scenes look at UNLV’s student-run radio station on this episode of Behind the Beat. The crew dives into campus life, previews the upcoming Battle of the Bands event, and sits down with newly elected Vice President Dartanian Williams to talk about his journey from military service to media production. From student leadership to live event planning, this episode highlights the energy, creativity, and opportunities inside 91.5 The Beat—Nevada’s top college radio station 

]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:27:31 -0700 KUNV KUNV 1575  Take a behind-the-scenes look at UNLV’s student-run radio station on this episode of Behind the Beat. The crew dives into campus life, previews the upcoming Battle of the Bands event, and sits down with newly elected Vice President Dartanian Williams to talk about his journey from military service to media production. From student leadership to live event planning, this episode highlights the energy, creativity, and opportunities inside 91.5 The Beat—Nevada’s top college radio station 

]]> UNLV radio, student radio station, college radio podcast, Behind the Beat podcast, UNLV podcast, Las Vegas radio, KUNV The Beat, student media, college broadcasting, Battle of the Bands UNLV, campus events UNLV, radio production students, student leadership UNLV, podcast about radio, live event production, AV production students, media production podcast, college life podcast, student interviews podcast, radio station behind the scenes, UNLV journalism, campus radio show, Las Vegas student life, aspiring broadcasters, radio careers No Behind the Beat Podcast | UNLV Student Radio Inside Look | Photography, Media Careers & Life at 91.5 KUNV 3 3 Behind the Beat Podcast | UNLV Student Radio Inside Look | Photography, Media Careers & Life at 91.5 KUNV full 480d0408-ab03-4207-be10-9a98ac0c2230 https://behindthebeat.transistor.fm/3 Step behind the curtain of UNLV’s student-run radio station in this episode of Behind the Beat, the podcast giving listeners an inside look at life at 91.5 KUNV — the best smooth jazz station in America.

Hosts Chris, Ava, and Tony return for Episode 3 with special guest Janaya Gibson, a journalism student and promotions photographer for the station. Janaya shares how she got started in photography, what it’s like documenting events for UNLV radio, and how she balances school, creative work, and life as a young media professional.

The conversation explores student media, photography careers, content creation, and the real behind-the-scenes work that powers a college radio station. From learning Adobe Audition to capturing major campus events like UNLV Homecoming, this episode highlights the creative energy driving student broadcasting.

You’ll also hear about travel, career inspiration, building a photography brand, and how student media opens doors to opportunities in journalism, radio, and digital content.

If you’ve ever wondered how a college radio station operates—or what it takes to build a career in media—this episode gives you the inside story.

Subscribe for more episodes of Behind the Beat, where UNLV students take you backstage at Nevada’s top college radio station

]]> Step behind the curtain of UNLV’s student-run radio station in this episode of Behind the Beat, the podcast giving listeners an inside look at life at 91.5 KUNV — the best smooth jazz station in America.

Hosts Chris, Ava, and Tony return for Episode 3 with special guest Janaya Gibson, a journalism student and promotions photographer for the station. Janaya shares how she got started in photography, what it’s like documenting events for UNLV radio, and how she balances school, creative work, and life as a young media professional.

The conversation explores student media, photography careers, content creation, and the real behind-the-scenes work that powers a college radio station. From learning Adobe Audition to capturing major campus events like UNLV Homecoming, this episode highlights the creative energy driving student broadcasting.

You’ll also hear about travel, career inspiration, building a photography brand, and how student media opens doors to opportunities in journalism, radio, and digital content.

If you’ve ever wondered how a college radio station operates—or what it takes to build a career in media—this episode gives you the inside story.

Subscribe for more episodes of Behind the Beat, where UNLV students take you backstage at Nevada’s top college radio station

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:58:54 -0700 KUNV KUNV 1690 Step behind the curtain of UNLV’s student-run radio station in this episode of Behind the Beat, the podcast giving listeners an inside look at life at 91.5 KUNV — the best smooth jazz station in America.

Hosts Chris, Ava, and Tony return for Episode 3 with special guest Janaya Gibson, a journalism student and promotions photographer for the station. Janaya shares how she got started in photography, what it’s like documenting events for UNLV radio, and how she balances school, creative work, and life as a young media professional.

The conversation explores student media, photography careers, content creation, and the real behind-the-scenes work that powers a college radio station. From learning Adobe Audition to capturing major campus events like UNLV Homecoming, this episode highlights the creative energy driving student broadcasting.

You’ll also hear about travel, career inspiration, building a photography brand, and how student media opens doors to opportunities in journalism, radio, and digital content.

If you’ve ever wondered how a college radio station operates—or what it takes to build a career in media—this episode gives you the inside story.

Subscribe for more episodes of Behind the Beat, where UNLV students take you backstage at Nevada’s top college radio station

]]> UNLV radio podcast, Behind the Beat podcast, KUNV student radio, UNLV journalism podcast, college radio behind the scenes, student radio station podcast, radio broadcasting students, UNLV Greenspun journalism school, media careers for students, college media podcast, student broadcasting program, UNLV campus life podcast, photography career stories, campus radio station, college podcast production, journalism student interviews, UNLV media students, student content creators, podcast about radio stations, broadcasting school podcast, university media program, radio production students, learning audio production, Adobe Audition podcast editing, behind the scenes radio station No Behind The Beat Episode 2 | UNLV Street Team, College Radio Promotions & Student Life | 91.5 The Beat HD2 2 2 Behind The Beat Episode 2 | UNLV Street Team, College Radio Promotions & Student Life | 91.5 The Beat HD2 full d5696ef3-5ce9-4e61-92e0-afbdf8fa95e7 https://behindthebeat.transistor.fm/2 In Episode 2 of Behind The Beat, the team pulls back the curtain on what really happens at 91.5 The Beat HD2 — Nevada’s number one student-run radio station.

Chris, Ava, and Tony kick things off with their new “Bright Spot of the Week” segment, sharing real-life college moments about family visits, nostalgic music, friendships, gaming, and surviving Maryland Parkway traffic during rush hour.

The crew is then joined by special guest Maya, Street Team Manager for The Beat. She breaks down how the Street Team promotes concerts, giveaways, and campus events across UNLV, what it’s like engaging students at Freedom of Speech area, and how they use games like Jenga, Connect Four, trivia, and raffles to drive interaction. Maya also talks about balancing 20 credits, double majoring, future military plans, basketball, crochet, and what makes Homecoming one of her favorite campus memories.

If you’ve ever wondered how a college radio station builds energy on campus — this episode gives you the inside look.

Behind The Beat is recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas at UNLV.

Hosted by Christen Davis
 Featuring Ava Perez and Tony Genosa
 Recorded at 91.5 The Beat HD2 – UNLV

]]> In Episode 2 of Behind The Beat, the team pulls back the curtain on what really happens at 91.5 The Beat HD2 — Nevada’s number one student-run radio station.

Chris, Ava, and Tony kick things off with their new “Bright Spot of the Week” segment, sharing real-life college moments about family visits, nostalgic music, friendships, gaming, and surviving Maryland Parkway traffic during rush hour.

The crew is then joined by special guest Maya, Street Team Manager for The Beat. She breaks down how the Street Team promotes concerts, giveaways, and campus events across UNLV, what it’s like engaging students at Freedom of Speech area, and how they use games like Jenga, Connect Four, trivia, and raffles to drive interaction. Maya also talks about balancing 20 credits, double majoring, future military plans, basketball, crochet, and what makes Homecoming one of her favorite campus memories.

If you’ve ever wondered how a college radio station builds energy on campus — this episode gives you the inside look.

Behind The Beat is recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas at UNLV.

Hosted by Christen Davis
 Featuring Ava Perez and Tony Genosa
 Recorded at 91.5 The Beat HD2 – UNLV

]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:22:01 -0800 KUNV KUNV 1729 In Episode 2 of Behind The Beat, the team pulls back the curtain on what really happens at 91.5 The Beat HD2 — Nevada’s number one student-run radio station.

Chris, Ava, and Tony kick things off with their new “Bright Spot of the Week” segment, sharing real-life college moments about family visits, nostalgic music, friendships, gaming, and surviving Maryland Parkway traffic during rush hour.

The crew is then joined by special guest Maya, Street Team Manager for The Beat. She breaks down how the Street Team promotes concerts, giveaways, and campus events across UNLV, what it’s like engaging students at Freedom of Speech area, and how they use games like Jenga, Connect Four, trivia, and raffles to drive interaction. Maya also talks about balancing 20 credits, double majoring, future military plans, basketball, crochet, and what makes Homecoming one of her favorite campus memories.

If you’ve ever wondered how a college radio station builds energy on campus — this episode gives you the inside look.

Behind The Beat is recorded at the KUNV Studios in Las Vegas at UNLV.

Hosted by Christen Davis
 Featuring Ava Perez and Tony Genosa
 Recorded at 91.5 The Beat HD2 – UNLV

]]> UNLV podcast, 91.5 HD2 The Beat, Behind the Beat podcast, UNLV student radio, college radio station, student-run radio, UNLV broadcasting club, Nevada college media, Las Vegas student media, how to start a podcast in college, college podcast tips, student broadcasting opportunities, campus radio show, UNLV Greenspun Hall, Nevada student organizations, college media careers, radio production basics, student content creators, Las Vegas college radio, college DJ experience, join college radio club, UNLV involvement center, student leadership in media, behind the scenes radio, college communications majors No Behind the Beat Episode 1: Inside UNLV’s 91.5 HD2 Student-Run Radio Station | Meet the Hosts & The Origin Story 1 1 Behind the Beat Episode 1: Inside UNLV’s 91.5 HD2 Student-Run Radio Station | Meet the Hosts & The Origin Story full fe8a40b5-3469-49fa-8a43-1fe42514a26c https://behindthebeat.transistor.fm/1 What really happens behind the mic at UNLV’s student-run radio station?

In the premiere episode of Behind the Beat, hosts Chris, Ava, and Tony take you inside 91.5 HD2 The Beat, Nevada’s leading college radio station, for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at life in student media.

From how they landed their on-air shows to what it’s like hitting the “ON AIR” button for the first time, this episode dives into:

  • The origin story of Behind the Beat
  • What it’s like working at a college-run radio station
  • How students write liners and promote campus events
  • The fast-paced culture of UNLV student media
  • Personal stories from hosts with wildly different backgrounds
  • A fun round of “Two Truths and a Lie”
  • Rapid-fire this-or-that questions to get to know the team

You’ll also learn how 91.5 HD2 The Beat platforms student voices across UNLV and beyond — offering opportunities in broadcasting, promotions, social media, event production, and live radio hosting.

Whether you're a UNLV student, aspiring broadcaster, or just curious about college radio culture, this episode gives you your official backstage pass.

Follow along and discover what really happens… Behind the Beat.

]]> What really happens behind the mic at UNLV’s student-run radio station?

In the premiere episode of Behind the Beat, hosts Chris, Ava, and Tony take you inside 91.5 HD2 The Beat, Nevada’s leading college radio station, for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at life in student media.

From how they landed their on-air shows to what it’s like hitting the “ON AIR” button for the first time, this episode dives into:

  • The origin story of Behind the Beat
  • What it’s like working at a college-run radio station
  • How students write liners and promote campus events
  • The fast-paced culture of UNLV student media
  • Personal stories from hosts with wildly different backgrounds
  • A fun round of “Two Truths and a Lie”
  • Rapid-fire this-or-that questions to get to know the team

You’ll also learn how 91.5 HD2 The Beat platforms student voices across UNLV and beyond — offering opportunities in broadcasting, promotions, social media, event production, and live radio hosting.

Whether you're a UNLV student, aspiring broadcaster, or just curious about college radio culture, this episode gives you your official backstage pass.

Follow along and discover what really happens… Behind the Beat.

]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:20:08 -0800 KUNV KUNV 1676 What really happens behind the mic at UNLV’s student-run radio station?

In the premiere episode of Behind the Beat, hosts Chris, Ava, and Tony take you inside 91.5 HD2 The Beat, Nevada’s leading college radio station, for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at life in student media.

From how they landed their on-air shows to what it’s like hitting the “ON AIR” button for the first time, this episode dives into:

  • The origin story of Behind the Beat
  • What it’s like working at a college-run radio station
  • How students write liners and promote campus events
  • The fast-paced culture of UNLV student media
  • Personal stories from hosts with wildly different backgrounds
  • A fun round of “Two Truths and a Lie”
  • Rapid-fire this-or-that questions to get to know the team

You’ll also learn how 91.5 HD2 The Beat platforms student voices across UNLV and beyond — offering opportunities in broadcasting, promotions, social media, event production, and live radio hosting.

Whether you're a UNLV student, aspiring broadcaster, or just curious about college radio culture, this episode gives you your official backstage pass.

Follow along and discover what really happens… Behind the Beat.

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