The News Cycle

Today the News Cycle focuses on the arts. Krishna Sahoo investigated the removal of art rooms from the new stem building, which the district did without asking teachers. Helena Massotti Miranda reports on the underrepresentation in the art field at DHS. Shifting to music, Niamh Thomas gives us an overview on the struggles the music department is facing, while Jordan Wagner profiled the internship opportunities offered by the strings program. 

Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced by Noah Meyer. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jiminez. Packages by Krishna Sahoo, Helena Massotti Miranda, Niamh Thomas, and Jordan Wagner. 

Today we focus on the Davis community and connecting with others outside our bubble. To start, Jamie Macdonald walks us through the behind-the-scenes of Picnic Day, a tradition Davis has every year. Then, we go on to talk about how kindness can connect us all as well as brighten someone’s day, Olivia Ayson has the story. Lastly, it’s important to remember social media’s impact on our circle and ourselves. Paige Tracy reports. To fully understand how social media affects our students, we sit down with Junior Hayley Smith, an avid user to investigate how teenagers use their phones to their benefit.

Hosted by Rowan Reising. Produced by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jiminez. Packages by Jamie Macdonald, Olivia Ayson, and Paige Tracy.

Today The News Cycle focuses on learning new languages. We talk to juniors Diego Torres Garcia and Maxym Perepadya, who both came to the United States from other countries and had to learn English to adapt to their new environments. Additionally, Alex Maduros investigates the benefits of learning a second language, and Alyssa Hwang focuses on the methods of learning a second language.  Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jiminez. Packages by Alyssa Hwang and Alexandra Maduros. 

Today, the News Cycle focuses on family relationships as we sit down with licensed family and marriage therapist Holly Lien to discuss familial relationships and how she can assist in the growth and development of relationships through her practice. Then, Marion Delarue profiles Junior Gabriel Crawford and his close relationship with his grandmother. Lastly, Ellie Blosch talks to Reese and India Manansala about their relationship as twins as well as what they are going to do when apart after graduation.

Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jiminez.

Today the News Cycle focuses on financial responsibility at Davis High. We interview Juniors Arshan Adili and Noah Layiktez, who co-run a car wash business called Sudsy Saltans. Then, Elina Hibel investigates students who resell items online, and Chris Kim profiles the Financial Literacy Club. Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jiminez. Packages by Elina Hibel and Christopher Kim. 

The News Cycle focuses on the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress test and how governing bodies such as the state and the Davis Joint Unified School District uses these results to better there programs. Additionally, Boyeon Choi reports on how Davis High Senior Sami Tully-Smith’s accommodation improved her life. Hosted br Rowan Reising, produced by Camile Reyes-Rojas. Executive producer is Sean Campbell. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jiminez.

The News Cycle focuses on March Madness and the gambling that comes with it.  We interview reporter Robert Linnehan from the publication Sports Betting Dime, and Diane Goode, the Executive Director of the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling.  Lewis Williams gives us opinion on the legality of sports betting in a editorial, and Jordan Kims gives us background information about March Madness. Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced by Noah Meyer. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jiminez. Packages by Jordan Kim and Lewis Williams.

Today, the News Cycle focuses on teaching disparities in the Davis Joint Unified School District, Gwynn Canfield has the story. Later in the episode, I sat down with Davis High’s Principal Bryce Geigle to learn about the district's approach to classrooms with different learning methods. Kristen Kay then comments on how grade inflation has affected students for the worse.

The News Cycle focuses on the importance of sleep. We talk to Dr. Temitayo Oyegbile-Chidi, a sleep neurologist at UC Davis, to talk about the links between sleep and less stress. Additionally, Lauren Cornell proposes putting a coffee bar in Davis High, and Suhela Lamba reviews the tardy policy at DHS. Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jiminez. Packages by Lauren Cornell and Suhela Lamba.

Today, the News Cycle looks at what rights minors have and how to exercise them. Bill Williams, one of Davis High's social studies educators, joins us to discuss the curriculum surrounding student rights, how to approach law enforcement, and what’s important to practice to ensure our voice is heard. Gwynn Canfield further investigates how seniors prepare to vote for their first election in March. Naneh Grigor informs how to register to vote for the primaries.

Hosted by Rowan Reising. Produced by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jiminez. Packages by Naneh Grigor and Gwynn Canfield.

Today, The New Cycle focuses on Measure N, a ballot measure coming up in the March election. We interview Elizabeth Bourne, who filed a cease and desist letter against the Davis Joint Unified School district for allegedly using district funds to urge people to support measure N. The News Cycle also interviews her lawyer, Jesse Franklin-Murdock, who filed and wrote the cease and desist letter. After that conversation, the News Cycle interviews Kristin Conner, the public information’s officer at the DJUSD. Additionally, Rowan Reising gives us everything you need to know about measure N, and the positions for and against it. Hosted and produced by Noah Meyer. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jiminez. Package by Rowan Reising.

Today, the News Cycle visits an array of topics, from life after High school to amateur critiquing of the annual Grammy Awards. Noah Meyer reports on the different pathways popular for Davis High graduates. Tightly squeezed together in the home gym of Davis High, students radiated school spirit. Alessandra Trask has the story. Marion Delarue went to the World Language Fair, an event that had not taken place since 2018. Finally, Camile Reyes Rojas evaluates the results of the 2024 Grammy Awards, the nominees, and the category winners.

Hosted by Rowan Reising. Produced by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jiminez.

The News Cycle spotlights youth sports. The News Cycle talks to Robert Larson, the head of the City of Davis Youth Basketball program. Sean Campbell creates a package recapping winter sports from 2023, and Boyeon Choi profiles some of what referees experience in youth sports. Podcast Packages by Sean Campbell and Boyeon Choi. Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced and edited by Noah Meyer. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jiminez.

Today, the News Cycle talked to Davis High social studies teacher Kevin Williams about the Korean Culture Exchange Club, a group he has facilitated for around ten years. We discuss the impact of traveling abroad and advice to those seeking experience overseas. Maya Malinowski reports on the benefits of volunteering, as well as the different ways to do it.

Podcast Package by Maya Malinowski. Hosted and produced by Rowan Reising. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jiminez.

The News Cycle talks to Avid teacher Kelly McInturf about creating goals for the new year. Sean Campbell creates a package recapping winter sports from 2023, and Naneh Grigor interviews students about New Year's Resolutions. Podcast Packages by Sean Campbell and Naneh Grigor. Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced and edited by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jiminez.

Today the News Cycle explores Paul’s Place, a shelter for the unhoused, and comfort during these cold months. We talked with Executive Director of Davis Community Meals and Housing Tracy Fauver and long-term resident of Paul’s Place Ricardo Carr. Later in the episode, Camile Reyes Rojas reports on how people give back to those who are less fortunate and ways to be proactive in the community.

Podcast Package by Camile Reyes Rojas. Tour and interview segment by Rowan Reising. Produced and edited by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jiminez.

This week the News Cycle talks to Jonathan Eisen about birdwatching and getting outdoors. Lauren Cornell investigates different ways students can get outdoors. Jordan Kim discusses different ways people get together during the winter. 

Podcast Packages by Lauren Cornell and Jordan Kim. Interview by Noah Meyer. Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced and edited by Camile Reyes-Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

This week the News Cycle talks to Eda Chen about the career counseling and academic advise for highschoolers, and what that would look like for Davis high students. Gwynn Canfield investigates different ways students prepare for the Scholastic Assessment Test, or the SATs. Naneh Grigor debates whether or not it’s even worth it to take the test.

Podcast Packages by Gwynn Canfield and Naneh Grigor. Interview by Rowan Reising. Produced by Rowan Reising. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

This week, the News Cycle interviews Linda Harris, the Professor of Cooperative Extension in Microbial Food Safety at UC Davis, about keeping food safe during Thanksgiving. Additionally, Marion Delarue produced a package about the wine class at UC Davis. Delarue interviews Ben Montpetit, an associate professor in the UC Davis Viticulture and Enology Department, and Anita Oberholster, professor at UC Davis in Extension of Enology. Then, Gwynn Canfield produced a package about what students at Davis High are thankful for. 

This week, the News Cycle sits down with Gavin Debrito and his mother, Lynn Spradlin, to discuss his high school experience. We also talk to Leslie Silver, a licensed psychologist, to investigate teenage mental health in Davis and how to treat anxieties. Interviews by Rowan Reising. Produced by Camile Reyes Rojas. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

Today the News Cycle talks about clubs at DHS, and the many forms and shapes they take. Noah Meyer interviews the president of the Taylor Swift Society Noah Pasternack and Clubs Commissioner Axel Sundin. Carter Gleason and Boyeon Choi have packages about the Mental Health Awareness Club and the KPOP Club respectively

Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced by Camile Reyes-Rojas. Packages by Boyeon Choi and Carter Gleason. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

Today, the News Cycle dives into the spooky season. Rowan Reising interviews Spanish teacher Carlos Diaz about Dia de los Muertos, and how he celebrates with his class. Marion Delarue reports on Halloween traditions and Alessandra Trask investigates whether or not high schoolers are too old to trick-or-treat.

Hosted by Rowan Reising. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

The News Cycle focused on movies. The News Cycle talked to Juniors Max Bloom and Andrew Herrera about which company they prefer: Marvel or DC? Then, Eleanor Whitney and Lily Schroeder contributed podcast packages. Lily Schroeder reviewed the movie Freaky Friday, and Eleanor Whitney talked to DHS students about their favorite movies.

Interview by Rowan Reising and Noah Meyer. Hosted by Rowan Reising and Noah Meyer. Produced by Noah Meyer. Podcast packages by Lily Schroeder and Eleanor Whitney. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

Today the News Cycle talked about doxing. Lewis Williams produced a package and talked to Lea Darrah, the President of the Board of Education at DJUSD. Boyeon Choi also produced a package, and talked to art teacher Kyle Monhollen.

Interviews by Lewis Williams and Boyeon Choi. Podcast packages by Lewis Williams and Boyeon Choi.

Hosted by Noah Meyer and Rowan Reising. Produced by Camile Reyes-Rojas. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

The News Cycle covers Davis Highs’ Basketball preseason with Varsity Basketball Head Coach Heather Highshoe and Senior Captain Alia Cordone. In addition, Jackson Chelius reports on sports injuries and how hurt athletes contribute to the team. Interviews by Rowan Reising. Podcast package by Jackson Chelius.

Hosted and produced by Rowan Reising. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

This week the News Cycle talked to local musician John Tyner about his creative process, and his band Laphonas first album. We also have 2 album reviews, one about Loraine James's album Gentle Confrontation,  and the other about Mitski's latest release, This Land Is Inhospitable And So Are We. Interview by Noah Meyer. Packages by Maya Malinowski and Camile Reyes-Rojas respectively. Hosted by Noah Meyer. Produced by Camile Reyes-Rojas. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

This week the News Cycle talked to Sophomore Carson Arosteguy, Junior Mimi Abbker, and Seniors Oskar O’geen and Gabo Rush, about their passion for cars, and what it's like taking auto shop. We also hear an interview from Thomas Dougherty, the auto shop teacher.

Interviews by Jordan Kim, Rowan Reising, and Noah Meyer.

Produced by Rowan Reising and Noah Meyer. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

This week, the News Cycle explores the Davis Farmer's Market's last Picnic in the Park for the year. Conversations include Randii Macnear, Gloria Partida, Karahan Mete, Willa Hudelson, Glenwood, and more.

Interviews by Rowan Reising.

Produced by Rowan Reising and Noah Meyer. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

This week the News Cycle talked to Yolo County Supervisor Jim Provenza, and UC Davis Professors Garen Wintemute and Ashutosh Bhagwat, about the recent incident at the Mary L. Stephen's public library, and its aftermath.

Interviews by Noah Meyer.

Produced by Rowan Reising and Noah Meyer. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

This week the News Cycle talked to DHS Principal Bryce Geigle and Varsity Football Head Coach Nicholas Garratt about the pending Athletic Director position. Interviews by Rowan Reising and Noah Meyer.

Produced by Rowan Reising and Noah Meyer. Theme music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

Today, next year's podcast hosts, Noah Meyer and Rowan Reising, sit down with your current favorite podcast hosts, Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor, to reminisce on this past year and our favorite memories. We also talk about goals for next year, what the new editors are hoping to accomplish, and behind the scenes of creating this weekly show.

Producers - Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez. 

This week, the HUB shines a light on the LGBTQ+ community through a talk with Rainbows Families Director Anoosh Jorjorian. To wrap up, we listen to an audio editorial about transgender rights—interview by Rowan Reising and editorial by Camile Reyes Rojas.

Produced By Rowan Reising and Noah Meyer. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez

This week, the News Cycle focuses on homelessness. We interview Dana Bailey, the director of Social Services and Housing. Then we have an audio editorial about supportive housing programs.

Interview by Noah Meyer. Audio Editorial by Rowan Reising.

Produced by Noah Meyer and Rowan Reising. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

This week, the News Cycle focuses on the current Davis mayor, Will Arnold, and his story of how he got to where he is today.  A movie review on the new "Guardians of the Galaxy" movie and an audio editorial on why extracurriculars are so important are two more highlights for this week.  Interview by Maria Anderson.  Package by Ben Mitchell.  Audio Editorial by Carter Gleason.

Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.  Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

Davis high graduates and teachers take a moment to remember the life of Karim Najm. Also, ways to destress for finals and an audio editorial asking why men's sports games receive more attention than women's games. Packages by Sean Campbell and Leyla Bolkan, Lewis Williams, and Alessandra Trask.

This week, the News Cycle focuses on an interview with the previous mayor and current city council member on her story and her impact on creating the Phoenix Coalition.  The News Cycle also focuses on how second-semester stress affects students, as well as students not having a choice when it comes to the bell schedule.  Interview by Maria Anderson, package by Jackson Chelius, and an audio editorial by Noah Meyer.

Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.  Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

The annual commemoration of the Armenian Genocide with a report on the rising flu cases.

Packages by Naneh Grigor and Harold Tollerup

This week, The News Cycle covers a series of packages relating to college decisions and how the next steps for seniors at Davis High are right around the corner.  The News Cycle also shares an audio editorial about coffee consumption and how over-consumption can lead students to have negative side effects.  Packages by Alessandra Trask, Saadya Mahmood, and Maria Anderson.  Audio Editorial by Lauren Cornell.

Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.  Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez. 

An opinion piece on why non-christian religious holidays such as Ramadan should be school holidays, a Creed 3 movie review, a look into popular colleges, and insight into the Race and Social Justice Project.Packages by Saadya Mahmood, Ben Mitchell, Boyeon Choi, and Naneh Grigor.

This week, the HUB presents a variety of news and an audio editorial from Davis High's introductory journalism class.  From the continuing construction at DHS for robotics, and stem/auto, to a focus on spring break, to finally, an audio editorial, DHS has it all.   Packages by Gwynn Canfield, Marion Delarue, and Lauren Cornell.  Audio Editorial by Elina Hibel.

Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.  Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

An investigation into why the curriculum of English classes needs to introduce new books, how the school schedule could compromise students' learning, and what a day living on the farm is like. Also, the differences between small colleges and big colleges.

Packages by Lucas Liu, Noah Meyer, Naneh Grigor, and Alex Miyamoto

The HUB covered the varsity soccer team who lead Davis High to a huge state victory, a review of Morgan Wallen's "One Thing at a Time" album, and the increasing number of students at UC Davis.  Packages by Lucas Liu, Sean Campbell, and Maria Anderson.

Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.  Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

Mishka's Cafe is the place in Davis where everyone can go to wind down. Also, a movie review on the new movie “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” with an audio editorial on how difficult it can be to settle down in a new country after immigrating. Lastly, a profile on one of Davis High’s sneakerheads.

Packages by Sean Campbell, Jeremiah Haskins, Rowan Baar, and Lucas Liu

Bob Dunning, a long-time journalist for the Davis Enterprise shares his story.  A new library in South Davis has started construction with an estimated completion time in the next few years.  Packages by Elliot DeJong and Maria Anderson.

Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.  Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

Davis High hosted its annual open house where incoming sophomores, parents, and anyone interested could participate in activities held by the different classes. Also, how students celebrated their Valentine's Day, seniors making their early admissions decisions, and the ski team season comes to an end.

Packages by Sean Campbell, Lucas Lui, and Naneh Grigor

NPR’s Nina Totenberg presented her book at the Mondavi Center in Davis to talk to people about forming friendships no matter the barrier.  This past week was the kick-off to the 57th Super Bowl, where we hear from students across campus about how they celebrate this yearly event.  Packages by Max Davis-Housefield and Alex Miyamoto. 

Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.  Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez.

Break The Record night for the women's basketball team, with new fun things for teenagers to do in Davis. Also, an update on the G Street closing. Packages by Lucas Lui, Alex Miyamoto, and Ben Mitchell. Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor

Davis held a candlelight vigil for the victims of the Monterey Park, California shooting last week. We also covered a new restaurant in Davis, as well as the recent Yo Yo Ma Concert.  Packages by Max Davis-Housefield, Naneh Grigor, and Alex Miyamoto.

Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.  Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez.

The power shortages all over Davis, including the Co-op, resulted in a giveaway that helped feed those in need. Also, a movie review of Avatar: The Way of Water and an investigation on the lack of Chromebooks in the district. 

Packages by Max Davis-Housefield, Lucas Lui, and Jeremiah Haskins. Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.

Flooding across the state has caused a rise in questions regarding climate change.  Also, a new exhibition in Davis interests UFO enthusiasts.  Lastly, a production of DHS Drama Scenes was put on by the drama class this past week at the Brunelle Theater.  Packages by Max Davis-Housefield, Naneh Grigor, and Sean Campbell.

Produced by Maria Anderson and Naneh Grigor.  Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.