Marielle Genovesi, Arts Editor
The State Times: What is your DJ name?
Joanna Beukema: I don’t really have a DJ name. I talk very little on the radio because I like to fit in as many songs as I can play. I know when I listen to the radio I do not like it when the DJ goes on and on talking. However, my show’s name is I Love KAT’s because I am in a sorority called KAT and I love cats.
ST: At what times do you usually DJ for WONY?
JB: I DJ every Monday from 4 to 5 p.m.
ST: How did you get involved with WONY?
JB: I trained and took my test in Spring 2013 when I was a sophomore. I started to DJ that following fall.
ST: How long have you been involved with WONY?
JB: This will be my fourth semester involved with WONY.
ST: What type of music do you usually play?
JB: On the website it says my show is Top 200 but I actually play much more dance. It is chillwave, down-beat dance that you most likely would not hear in a club.
ST: Do you do anything unique or different during your segment on the show?
JB: I would not say I do anything really different during my show. I strictly DJ for the music factor because I want to expose people to great music that they may not hear otherwise.
ST: What are some of your favorite songs to play as of late?
JB: Any song by Purity Ring, “Real” by Years and Years, “Pulsing” by Tomas Barfod and “Hanging On” by Active Child.
ST: Why should students tune into WONY during your segment?
JB: People should tune to WONY because it supports the students who DJ and they may really like what they hear. All the DJs do a really great job and are passionate about music.
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