In this episode of Real College Podcast, Hayden, Vanessa, and Alex open the show with a conversation about chance encounters—those unpredictable moments that leave a lasting impact. Anna Adamson follows with a feature on Huellas Latinas, a local nonprofit building community through hiking and cultural connection. Nolan Wagner dives into the world of music sampling, exploring how artists remix the past to create something new. Bianca Caputo brings us to the Finnish Bistro, where a cozy coffee social hour helps strangers connect. Saniah Bates shares a moving story about the experiences of African American and African students at the University of Minnesota. And finally, Anshu closes the episode with a piece on stop-motion animation—and how she herself experiences unexpected chance encounters.