Getting Current With Rachael Benson and Tory Franklin | Cherry Street Chat Ep. 19

Hosted by Diego Dumlao

Natalie Schorr, Alan Behar, and Diego Dumlao
December 3, 2025

This week on Cherry Street, we have two staff members, Rachael Benson and Tory Franklin, from South Lake Union/Cornish campus joining us to talk about their art currently being featured in the Currents exhibition! Tune in to hear more about their time studying at Cornish, their artistic process, and see their art in action during a fun game!

The Currents exhibition is currently ongoing at the Behnke Family Gallery at Cornish until December 13th, 2025.

You can see more of Rachael Benson and Tory Franklin’s works at their websites: rachaelbensonstudio.com strychninefrostingpress.com

About the Contributors

Natalie Schorr, Digital Media Producer

Natalie is a fourth-year Environmental Studies student. As the self-proclaimed “Jack of all Trades” at The Spectator, you can find her producing broadcasts and podcasts for The Spectator’s YouTube channel, doing layout design on Wednesday nights, taking photos, writing on occasion and even hosting a radio hour on KXSU. She enjoys spending time reading, crafting and generally being outside. After graduation, she hopes to pursue environmental education or communications work for environmentally focused organizations.

Alan Behar, Digital Media Producer

Alan Behar is a third-year Film and Media major with a passion for storytelling. He works at a theater and creates his own projects as an editor, director and writer. When he’s not watching movies or cutting footage, he’s developing new ideas for future films. After graduation, he hopes to work professionally as a film editor or director.

Diego Dumlao, Sports Editor

Diego is a second-year Journalism student from Renton, Washington. He enjoys reporting on all things Seattle sports, especially the Mariners and Seattle U sports. Along with being the Sports and Opinions Editor, Diego is also the host of The Spectator’s official podcast, Cherry Street Chat. Outside of journalism, he likes to stay active by participating in sports such as golf, baseball, tennis and bouldering. Diego also serves as the Affiliate Relations Officer in Seattle U’s United Filipino Club. After he graduates, Diego plans on pursuing a career in sports journalism.