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The Daily Texan

Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

The Daily Texan

Aislyn Gaddis, Senior Audio Producer

Aislyn is a journalism sophomore from Grapevine, Texas. Currently, she works as a senior audio producer and previously worked on investigative stories for the Texan. She loves to do crosswords and listen to Taylor Swift in her free time.
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Audio Editor realizes “outside” isn’t just a sound effect

Audio Editor realizes “outside” isn’t just a sound effect

Aislyn Gaddis, Audio Editor April 25, 2024

Even though it may be hard to see it at the time, rejection can be a really good thing.  Before coming to UT, I already knew I wanted to join The Daily Texan. I was majoring in journalism. It seemed...

The Texan Recap: Eclipse-inspired art, donating your glasses

Jack Lewellyn and Aislyn Gaddis April 22, 2024

Editor's note: This podcast was originally published on Spotify on April 14, 2024. In this episode of The Texan Recap, Senior Audio Producer Jack Lewellyn chats about “Soon Moon," an eclipse-inspired...

Support on four legs: ESAs at UT

Mercy Solis and Aislyn Gaddis April 13, 2024

Editor's note: This podcast was originally uploaded to Spotify on April 11, 2024.  In the midst of stressful college life, UT students find comfort in the form of furry friends with their emotional...

The Texan Recap: Student powwow, SXSW awards

Jack Lewellyn and Aislyn Gaddis April 4, 2024

Editor's note: This podcast was originally uploaded to Spotify on April 1, 2024. In this episode of The Texan Recap, Senior Audio Producer Jack Lewellyn chats about UT’s NAIC student organization...

The Texan Recap: Anti-Immigration Bills, On-Campus Telescopes

Aislyn Gaddis and Jack Lewellyn November 13, 2023

In this episode of The Texan Recap, audio editor Aislyn Gaddis chats about new Texas anti-immigration legislation and UT's on-campus observatories and telescopes. Reported by Ren Leija and Tyler Pullum....

The Texan Recap: Cactus Cafe Jazz Meetings, UT’s Sustainability Symposium

Aislyn Gaddis, Audio Editor October 30, 2023

In this episode of The Texan Recap, audio editor Aislyn Gaddis chats about the Cactus Cafe's monthly jass meetings and UT's 12th annual Mitchell Sustainability Symposium.   Reported by Esteban...

The Texan Recap: New York Fashion Week, Club for ADHD Inclusivity

Angelica Ruzanovais, Julian Petzold, and Aislyn Gaddis October 25, 2023

Editor's note: This podcast was originally published on Spotify on Oct. 22, 2023.  In this episode of The Texan Recap, audio editor Aislyn Gaddis chats about UT students volunteering at New York Fashion...

The Texan Recap: Windowless Bedroom Ban, Iliza Shlesinger

Aislyn Gaddis, Sarah Brager, Isabella Zeff, and Jack Lewellyn September 18, 2023

Editor's Note: This podcast was originally published on Spotify on September 17, 2023.  In this episode of the weekly recap, audio editor Aislyn Gaddis talks with a Texan reporter about the new Austin...

The Texan Recap: Transgender Youth Legislation, UT Creates a New Department

Aislyn Gaddis, Mason Rouser, and Celeste Hoover September 11, 2023

Editor's Note: This podcast was originally published on Spotify on September 10, 2023.  In this episode of the "Texan Recap," Audio editor Aislyn Gaddis talks with Texan reporters about the state law...

The Texan Recap: West Campus Music Venues, a 100-Year-Old Tree at Risk

Aislyn Gaddis, Diego Saldana, Kylee Howard, and Sarah Brager September 3, 2023

In this episode of the weekly recap, audio editor Aislyn Gaddis talks with Texan reporters about The Friendly Rio Market, a corner store that doubles as a music venue, and Hole in the Wall, a historical...

UT Students, Alumni Reflect on Orientation

Mae Lackey and Aislyn Gaddis August 31, 2023

Senior audio producer Mae Lackey chats with UT students and alumni about their orientation experiences.   Reported and edited by Mae Lackey with additional editing by Aislyn Gaddis. Music by...

Hungry Hungry Longhorn Ep 08: Instant Ramen

Aislyn Gaddis, Audio Editor August 28, 2023

Editor’s Note: This podcast was originally published on Spotify on August 10, 2023.    In Aislyn’s last episode, she sits down with UT dietician Jennifer Barnoud to chat about the college...

People of UT: Summer Edition

Maria Probert and Aislyn Gaddis August 28, 2023

Editor’s Note: This podcast was originally published on Spotify on July 26, 2023.    From studying abroad, internships and labs, UT students spend their summers all over the globe. Associate...

The Texan Recap: Student Government, West Campus Ambassadors Program

Editor's Note: This podcast was originally published on Spotify on August 25, 2023. In this new series, we highlight a few important stories The Daily Texan reported that week. In the first episode,...

Hungry Hungry Longhorns Ep 07: Eggs

Aislyn Gaddis and Emma George April 17, 2023

This week, Aislyn sits down with UT Dietician Jennifer Barnoud to discuss the benefits of eating eggs. She also teaches us how to make the perfect scrambled eggs. Reporting and editing by Aislyn Gaddis....

Hungry Hungry Longhorns Ep 06: Beef

Aislyn Gaddis and Emma George April 3, 2023

This week, Aislyn sits down with UT Dietician Jennifer Barnoud to discuss the benefits of eating meat. She also teaches us how to make the perfect hamburger patty. Reporting and editing by Aislyn Gaddis....

Hungry Hungry Longhorns Ep 04: Pasta

Aislyn Gaddis and Emma George February 25, 2023

In this episode of Hungry Hungry Longhorns, audio reporter Aislyn Gaddis breaks down the basics of cooking pasta, including how to choose pasta shape and sauce. She also chats about alternative forms of...

Hungry Hungry Longhorns Ep 03: Veggies

Aislyn Gaddis and Emma George February 19, 2023

In this episode of Hungry Hungry Longhorns, audio reporter Aislyn Gaddis breaks down what to look for when shopping for vegetables, the easiest ways to prepare this staple ingredient and how to decide...

Hungry Hungry Longhorns Ep 02: Chicken

Aislyn Gaddis, Leni Steinhardt, and Emma George December 4, 2022

In this episode of Hungry Hungry Longhorns, audio reporter Aislyn Gaddis breaks down what to look for when shopping for chicken, the easiest ways to prepare this staple ingredient and how to avoid chicken-induced...

Hungry Hungry Longhorns Ep 1: Rice

Aislyn Gaddis and Emma George October 25, 2022

Welcome to Hungry Hungry Longhorns, a cooking podcast from The Daily Texan Audio department. In this episode, audio reporter Aislyn Gaddis talks about all things rice with dietician Jennifer Barnoud from...

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