Welcome to the first episode of Take Note, a podcast from Howard University News Service, where we keep you updated on everything from politics and wellness to culture and sports.
“It’s officially been a year of questionable decisions, a year since we swore we’d get our lives together and a year of navigating adulthood with a questionable GPS,” says host Bea Shiferaw.
“This is our very first ride. So buckle up, settle in and meet us right here at Take Note — where the stories breathe, the context matters and the conversation stays sharp.”
In this debut episode, the Take Note podcast team unpacks …
… Trump tweets that stood out during his first year back at the White House
… why you can’t cuss in front of AI — the latest xAI misfires from Trump’s former bestie, Elon Musk
… what to expect at New York Fashion Week and the Met Gala
… tips on how to make the most of 2026. “You cannot pour from an empty cup, so fill your cup,” advises co-host Damenica Ellis.
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Host of Episode 1: Bea Shiferaw
Co-Hosts: Damenica Ellis, Nylah Hughes-Green, Bri Outlaw and Kevin Vaughn Jr.
Audio Engineer: Jada Lewis
Music: Ellian Phillinganes
Intern: Devin Powell
Advisers: Yanick Rice Lamb, Carolyn Malachi, Heidi Gerber-Salins
