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.