Podcast

What is USU's folklore podcast? USU Special Collections & Archives produces a "slice" of folk podcast called FolkBistro twice a month. FolkBistro explores folklore genres, groups and themes. USU's Folklore Program is a participant of this venture, giving folklore students an opportunity to collect folklore through a podcast. Each students podcast will be vetted for inclusion as a segemnet of FolkBistro

The podcast assignment allows you to collect a type of folklore, such as a legend, tradition, prank, initiation, family custom or folk belief and produce a 5-7 minute podcast exploring that folklore type. (For clarification about topics, consult with your instructor.) Each podcast should include:

• A brief introduction of yourself
• Definition of chosen folklore topic--if you use quotes in your podcast, be sure to give your source(s)
• The context for the folklore
• An example (or two) of the folklore, including informant information
• Commentary and analysis about the folklore