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From Where We Are

Annenberg Radio Newswww.uscannenbergmedia.com
Student journalists at the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California produce audio stories aired on live broadcasts Mondays through Thursdays at 5 p.m. PST.
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Episodes

From Senior Send-offs to Summer Celebrations

On today’s show we cover immigration, check in on students' mental health during finals week, see how seniors are decorating their sashes, and say goodbye to our seniors. All that and more, From Where We Are.

May 02, 202540 min

From Toy Stores to Gorillas

On the last Wednesday show of the semester, we discuss Denim Day, we look at the impact of tariffs on toy stores, and we ask if 100 USC students can defeat a gorilla. All that and more, From Where We Are.

May 01, 202532 min

From Strikes to Deepfakes

On today's show, we tune into a local strike in Los Angeles, and uncover a bill with the potential to reduce deepfakes. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Apr 30, 202526 min

From Music Monopolies to the NFL Draft

On today’s show we stop by the NFL draft, find out who’s taking over the charts this summer, learn how our student leaders are handling journalists’ concerns, and premiere the sixth episode of our Live From the Halo series. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Apr 25, 202547 min

From "Sinners" to Student Newsroom

On today’s episode, we discuss how student leaders in the newsroom are dealing with deportation concerns from their peers, the ways in which day laborers can protect their rights, and a deep dive into Ryan Coogler's latest feature, "Sinners". All that and more, From Where We Are.

Apr 24, 202530 min

From Balboa Park to Colossal Squid

On today's show, we stop by Balboa Park, dive into the depths of the ocean to meet a new creature, dial into the case of the Menendez brothers and premiere the fifth episode of our Live From the Halo series. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Apr 18, 202530 min

From Care-fest to Public Media

On today's show, we talk about how CareSC is shifting campus culture through Carefest, we speak with a law expert about the ongoing situation regarding Kilmar Abrego Garcia, see what students are excited to go see when the 2028 Olympics come to town and go live to the sustainability town hall on campus. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Apr 17, 202531 min

From the Masters to Coachella Valley

On today's show, we slide into Spring Training, hear about climate education from The Terminator, get all dressed up for Coachella, and drop the fourth episode of our Live From the Halo series. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Apr 11, 202530 min

From Hollywood Tariffs to AAPI Celebrations

On today's show, we talk about the potential impacts of tariffs on Hollywood, celebrate AAPI month early, learn CPR from the LA Rams. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Apr 10, 202527 min

From International Matters Affecting YOU to Springfest Recap

On today's show, we discuss a lot of international matters-- the situation with visas being revoked, causing uncertainty among USC international students, to the tariffs, and then some more lighthearted conversation on Middle Eastern and North African Assembly (MENASA) and a much-anticipated conversation on Springfest. All that and more From Where We Are.

Apr 08, 202527 min

From USC President to Torpedo Bats

On today's show, we talk about what students want from the next USC president, what trees they want on campus, the high price of the new Nintendo Switch, and break down the newest craze in Major League Baseball. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Apr 03, 202527 min

From Cesar Chavez Day to Life Without JuJu

On today's show, we discuss Cesar Chavez Day and strikes of janitorial workers near campus, the calamity and uncertainty of 23andMe's bankruptcy, and we also break down women's basketball without our star player, JuJu Watkins. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Apr 01, 202518 min

From The Blood Moon to Spring Break

On today's show, we check in on a potential government shutdown, find out what exactly a Blood Worm Moon is, and hear from students on their Spring Break plans. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Mar 14, 202525 min

From Cheaper Textbooks to Student Loans

On today's show we check in with students’ concerns about the stock market, break down USC’s new plans for cheaper textbooks, and stop by a media event in Exposition Park. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Mar 13, 202529 min

From Brewser's Coffee to Censureship

On today’s show, we check out a new social impact coffee cart, learn about what it means to be censured, and stop by a student exhibit at the Fisher Museum of Art. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Mar 07, 202525 min

From "Mickey 17" to Ash Wednesday

On today’s show, we see how students are celebrating Ash Wednesday, fact check Trump’s address to Congress and head to Doheny for a Ukrainian event. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Mar 06, 202530 min

From Fire Chief to Carol Folt | March 4, 2025

On today's episode, we speak to Carol Folt exclusively, we recap Folt's morning University Address, Former Fire Chief Kristin Crowley loses her bid, we learn the importance language holds, and we speak to research professor Zoë Corwin about uplifting educators. All that and more From Where We Are.

Mar 05, 202527 min

From Charlie Kirk to the EARTHQUAKE

On today’s show we get into the glamorous night up north in Hollywood at the Oscars to the juiciness on campus with the visit of controversial conservative political commentator Charlie Kirk. Special guest interview with a fellow Trojan who has a notorious history with him. And an earthquake! All that and more From Where We Are.

Mar 04, 202524 min

Black History From Where We Are

On today’s show we honor African American History in the United States of America, Southern California, and our very own campus. Featuring USC students paving their way and uplifting the voices of filmmakers and black organizations on campus, we celebrate the rich culture that is Black history. We also premiere Aminta Skye’s Live from the Halo Episode which you won’t want to miss. All that and more From Where We Are.

Feb 28, 202533 min

From UC Health Strike to Press Rights

On today's show, we head to Westwood to report on day one of a UC health strike, then we explore why President Trump wants Ukraine's minerals and breakdown the importance of his administration's recent decision to take control of the White House press pool. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Feb 27, 202532 min

From Microchipping to Mice | February 25, 2025

On today's episode, we speak with locals on Pope Francis' health, USC scientists discover that mice know how to administer first-aid, we go live from the Charlotta Bass Trailblazer Award ceremony, and we hear from Dímelo reporter Gian Marco Velásquez on informing the community. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Feb 26, 202526 min

From One USC Senatorial Candidate to the LAFD Chief, the Message is... Sayonara

On today’s show, we unpack Tyler the Creator's historic run just 3 miles north of campus at Crypto.com arena, chat with the controversial USG senatorial candidate who's choice words got him disqualified, and explain why LAFD's fire chief was removed from office. Hint- it involves former Trojan, Mayor Karen Bass. The USC connections of it all! All that and more, From Where We Are.

Feb 25, 202526 min

From USG Elections to High Speed Rails

On today's episode, time is running out to vote in USC's student government elections, we hear about a high speed train that may never leave the station, and a review of Trump's first month in office. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Feb 21, 202521 min

From LA Metro to Eco Fest

On today’s episode, we hear LAUSD’s response to President Trump’s recent actions regarding the Department of Education, go to the groundbreaking of a new wing at the Gateway Children’s Hospital, and look ahead to the upcoming Eco Film + Media Arts Festival on campus. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Feb 20, 202530 min

From Spring Convocation to USG Voting | February 18, 2025

On today's episode, we go over what you need to know about voting in this year's USG race, we go live from Spring Convocation, we discuss living and learning communities in USC dorms, and chat with a "Know Your Rights" app developer. All that and more, From Where We Are.

Feb 19, 202522 min
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