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The evolution and future of the Native American Student Assembly

Rhythm and NewsOct 11, 2021

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Extra en Español: Las voces detrás de Voz Latina
Apr 05, 202423:10
Grammys top moments and a Swiftie surprise
Feb 22, 202443:26
Holiday madness and a snapshot of 2023 released music
Nov 30, 202301:08:11
Sketch comedy, improv and concert etiquette oh my!

Sketch comedy, improv and concert etiquette oh my!

 This week on “Rhythm and News,” our hosts welcome you back to another segment of Snap Crackle Pop! This week they talk about concert etiquette and what not to do at a concert. Also in this episode our host welcomes Fitz Cain from The Merry Men, Alabama Wilson from 4th Quarter All-Stars, and Kamryn Tate from Commedus Interruptus to talk about all things sketch comedy and improv at USC. 

This episode was written and hosted by Alison Mitchell, Chris Turino and Fitz Cain; It was written by Amrita Sundaresan and Alison Mitchell; our guests on this episode are Fitz Cain, Alabama Wilson, and Kamryn Tate; produced by Auburn D’Artell and Jonathan Park. “Rhythm and News" is one of four shows on the Daily Trojan podcast network. You can find more episodes anywhere you listen to podcasts, as well as our website, dailytrojan.com.

Nov 14, 202356:49
 LGBTQIA+ representation in media and a world tour of queer cinema

LGBTQIA+ representation in media and a world tour of queer cinema

This week on “Rhythm and News,” our hosts talk about the history of LGBTQIA+ representation in movies, TV shows, animation, etc. Also on this episode our hosts take us through a list of queer cinema around the world like, “Joyland” by Saim Sadiq and “Rotting in the Sun” by Sebastián Silva. This episode will give some great recommendations of queer movies to add to the watch list. 


This episode was written and hosted by Caitlin Roehmholdt, Alison Mitchell, Chris Turino and Fitz Cain; It was also written by Amrita Sundaresan; edited by Abigail Park; produced by Auburn D’Artell and Jonathan Park. “Rhythm and News” is one of four shows on the Daily Trojan podcast network. You can find more episodes anywhere you listen to podcasts, as well as our website, dailytrojan.com.

Oct 31, 202301:05:24
Astrology 101 and some pop music bops and flops
Oct 05, 202352:17
A "Guts" deep dive, unreleased music and the Jungle concert
Sep 19, 202345:08
Unleash the Gleeks: a 'Glee' deep dive

Unleash the Gleeks: a 'Glee' deep dive

This week on "Rhythm and News," Daily Trojan associate managing editor Kimberly Aguirre and podcast editor Grace Ingram discuss all things "Glee." From most feral Mr. Schuester moments to a game of "ChatGPT or 'Glee,'" this episode has it all.


Hosted by Kimberly Aguirre and Grace Ingram. Produced by Kimberly Aguirre, Grace Ingram and Jonathan Park. Edited by Auburn D'Artell and Alison Mitchell. "Rhythm and News" is one of four podcasts on the Daily Trojan podcast network. You can find more episodes anywhere you listen to podcasts or on our website, dailytrojan.com.

Sep 01, 202331:19
Summer Movie Preview

Summer Movie Preview

This week on Rhythm and News, our hosts Kirsten, Kamry and Grace discuss which summer movies they are most looking forward to. From "Barbie" to "Oppenheimer" we cover it all!

Hosted and written by Kirsten Hawkins, Kamryn Tate and Grace Ingram. Edited by Grace Ingram. Produced by Grace Ingram.

May 01, 202326:15
Day of Silence: Allyship, Queer Identities and the Digital Age
Apr 14, 202319:52
Ticketmaster and the new normal for live music
Mar 31, 202309:34
Can Grey's Anatomy responsibly educate us about abortion?
Mar 10, 202312:15
4th Floor: an interview with student musician, Hailey Wild
Apr 27, 202211:37
The Festival of Books: back and better than ever

The Festival of Books: back and better than ever

Podcast Staffer Ally McCoy gives an overview of the first LA Times Festival of Books since the pandemic. Listen to learn more about the history of the event, the programming of the festival and hear interviews with participants.


Apr 26, 202204:32
2022 Oscars Special

2022 Oscars Special

A&E staffers Jack O’Neill, Fitz Cain, Chris Turino, Jina Umakanthan and Ally McCoy break down the 94th Academy Awards. From the major categories to the snubs, listen to gear up for Sunday’s ceremony.

Mar 25, 202258:21
Trojan Horse: Secrets From A Super Bowl Insider
Feb 22, 202225:29
Love Actually Live: A multimedia film and musical experience

Love Actually Live: A multimedia film and musical experience

Podcast Staff Member Andrew Kerner shares his experience seeing Love Actually Live, an interactive musical that combines a live orchestra with film reenactments, bringing a beloved Christmas movie to life. Tune into hear about the show and the magic of returning to live theater!

Dec 21, 202108:45
Trojan Eats episode two: Chicken sandwiches

Trojan Eats episode two: Chicken sandwiches

In the second installment of Trojan Eats, podcast staff members explore food and beverage places around the USC area. In this episode, Andrew Kerner, Brooke Soriano and Nikhita Datar visited three popular sandwich places near campus: Honeybird, Greenleaf and Rock and Reilly's. Take a listen for recommendations and reflections!

Dec 18, 202115:36
Trojan Eats: Boba edition

Trojan Eats: Boba edition

Welcome to the first installment of Trojan Eats, where podcast staff members explore food and beverage places around the USC area. In this episode, staff members Andrew Kerner, Brooke Soriano and Nikhita Datar visited three popular boba places near campus– Pot of Cha, Cup O' Joy and Factory Tea Bar. Take a listen for recommendations and reflections!

Nov 23, 202113:53
Student-run arts and fashion magazine explores punk subculture, 90s zine storytelling in upcoming issue

Student-run arts and fashion magazine explores punk subculture, 90s zine storytelling in upcoming issue

Podcast staff member Sarah Goldman chats with Haute Magazine about the evolution of the publication and their Fall 2021 upcoming release. Music by Yung Logos. 

Nov 08, 202118:22
The evolution and future of the Native American Student Assembly

The evolution and future of the Native American Student Assembly

Podcast staffer Veronique Louis-Jacques speaks with executive director and co-founder of the Native American Student Association Maracea Chase about how the NASA has grown over the past four years, the path to becoming recognized by the University and what the future holds for the organization. Music by IMPERSS MUSIC.

Oct 11, 202110:53
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day in our special issue

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day in our special issue

Podcast Editor Abbey Martichenko sits down with features editor Sophia Ungaro to discuss the Daily Trojan’s newest supplement on Native students and how the edition is important for the USC community on Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Music by ThunderHoodie Beats.

Oct 11, 202122:11
Influencer culture with Live2 Create founder McClain Portis

Influencer culture with Live2 Create founder McClain Portis

Live2 Create is a content creating platform that aims to create fanbases for unknown talent through social media. Hosts Anmol Bajpai and Srika Ramani talk to McClain Portis, CEO and founder of Live2 Create, about his company and how he plans to use online platforms to grow his base. They then talk about influencer culture after the bullying and sexual assault allegations facing David Dobrik and members of The Vlog Squad. “Tequila,” the latest song from USC sophomore Sumit, is featured in this podcast. Music by Joakim Karud.

Apr 14, 202140:49
The Fall of Cyberpunk 2077 with Open Alpha founders Charlie Feuerborn and Colin Spiridonov

The Fall of Cyberpunk 2077 with Open Alpha founders Charlie Feuerborn and Colin Spiridonov

Charlie Feuerborn and Colin Spiridonov are the founders USC’s Open Alpha - a group of students who look to develop a playable game each semester. Hosts Anmol Bajpai and Srika Ramani talk with Feuerborn and Spiridonov about their desire to start the club and the process of developing games. They then talk about one of the most highly-anticipated games of all time, Cyberpunk 2077, and the reasons why it has failed to live up to the hype. “No man is ever going to change you,” a single by USC junior January Billingnton, is featured in this week’s podcast. Music by Joakim Karud.

Apr 06, 202140:58
Pandemic filmmaking and Oscars discussion with Lana Nguyen

Pandemic filmmaking and Oscars discussion with Lana Nguyen

Lana Nguyen was one of three students in her senior class to direct a senior thesis last semester. “Monsters of Mine,” is a stop-motion animation that Nguyen and her crew had to shoot virtually. Hosts Anmol Bajpai and Srika Ramani talk with Nguyen about her experience directing as well as their takeaways from this year’s batch of Oscar nominations. “Blue,” the newest single from USC senior Tyler Smith, is featured in the podcast as well. Music by Joakim Karud.

Mar 31, 202136:40
The biggest snubs, surprises and shocks of the 2021 Oscar nominations

The biggest snubs, surprises and shocks of the 2021 Oscar nominations

On this special episode of Rhythm and News, Digital Managing editor Lauren Mattice, Arts and Entertainment editors Angie Orellana Hernandez and Emily Sagen along with Features editor and film critic Sophia Ungaro talk about this year’s slate of Oscar nominations. They discuss the biggest snubs such as Delroy Lindo for Best Actor in "Da 5 Bloods" and Anya Taylor-Joy for Best Actress in "Emma." and who they think will come out on top on Oscars night. Music by Joakim Karud.

Mar 18, 202127:10
“Minari” and diversity in Hollywood with USC alum Tiffany Lin

“Minari” and diversity in Hollywood with USC alum Tiffany Lin

Hosts Anmol Bajpai and Srika Ramani speak with USC alum Tiffany Lin — production coordinator at Deluxe Animation — about her experience at USC in relation to diversity on and off screen and topics such as grief that she looks to center her future films around. After, Bajpai, Ramani and Lin discuss Lee Isaac Chung’s “Minari," the immigrant experience in the United States and how films like “Minari” can help drive the industry to invest in diverse storytelling. “Rn” is the newest song from USC student Tuan Le featured in the podcast. Music by Joakim Karud.

Mar 16, 202136:20
Talking to The Madness Studios founder Bryan Vaca + Is Wandavision peak television?

Talking to The Madness Studios founder Bryan Vaca + Is Wandavision peak television?

Hosts Anmol Bajpai and Srika Ramani speak with USC student Bryan Vaca — founder of creative content company The Madness Studios — about his inspiration to start the production company and his future developing projects. After, Bajpai, Ramani and Vaca discuss Marvel Studios’ Wandavision and its impact on streaming as people turn away from the movie theatre to their living room. Bajpai and Ramani also break down the latest news and give their entertainment suggestions. Music by Joakim Karud.

Mar 10, 202142:18
How South Central LA molded Art-ivista Jose Richard Aviles

How South Central LA molded Art-ivista Jose Richard Aviles

News editor Ana Mata speaks with art-ivista and alumnus Jose Richard Aviles about their upbringing in South Central Los Angeles and how it has shaped their work in dance and poetry. They also talk about their recently published book “Semilla - a Collection of Poems” and its connection to social justice and art.

Oct 14, 202031:19
Reflecting with Jairus

Reflecting with Jairus

Arts & entertainment editor Ellice Ellis is joined by artist Jairus Edwards as he reflects on his career and musical influences. He is a junior in the Thornton School of Music majoring in jazz vocal performance and will be performing at GearFest Saturday. Music by Joakim Karud.

Mar 06, 202013:16
Looking Back

Looking Back

Former A&E editor Matthew Philips reunites with Isa Uggetti to give a rundown of his favorite music and movies of the year. The two talk Young Thug, Once Upon a Time in ... Hollywood, and Parasite —along with a little conjecture about the biggest trends of the year. Music by Joakim Karud.

Nov 15, 201918:55
"You Should Stan": Jake Miller

"You Should Stan": Jake Miller

Daily Trojan's editor-in-chief Tomas Mier writes a biweekly column "You Should Stan" where he interviews and recommends up-and-coming artists. Here's his recent interview of rapper and singer Jake Miller about his newest music and acting endeavors.

Nov 01, 201912:44
A Foot in Two Worlds

A Foot in Two Worlds

Eliot Ohlemeyer wakes up at 4am to commute from Pasadena to USC for ROTC training — and stays until after dark for theatre rehearsal. The Theatre Design student is slated to serve in the army after graduation, but right now he's the production designer on the School of Dramatic Arts' upcoming production of Men on Boats

Oct 04, 201912:33
Combining Perspectives: Student Art Outside Roski

Combining Perspectives: Student Art Outside Roski

Sophomore neuroscience and cognitive science student Alexia Sambrano draws from mental health, sexuality and femininity for her paintings and prints featured in Divine Femininity, a student-curated art exhibition. Arts and Entertainment Editor Isa Uggetti sat down with Sambrano to talk about her process for the season premiere of Rhythm and News. Music by Joakim Karud.
Sep 20, 201917:21
Coachella 2019

Coachella 2019

In this season's finale, Isa and Natalie host a Coachella 2019 recap with festival attendees photo editor, Josh Dunst; lifestyle editor, Matthew Philips; and editor-in-chief, Allen Pham. Later, Matthew and Allen say their goodbyes to Daily Trojan. Music by Joakim Karud, billie eilish, Tame Impala (Zerky Remix), KIDS SEE GHOSTS, The 1975, Kacey Musgraves.
Apr 26, 201926:28
Across the Globe with Jay Blanes

Across the Globe with Jay Blanes

Matthew and Isa are joined by Jay Blanes, a student musician from Barcelona, Spain, to chat about his international musical pursuits. Music by Joakim Karud & Jay Blanes.
Apr 12, 201921:47
2019 Academy Awards Predictions

2019 Academy Awards Predictions

Matthew, Isa and Ryan are back to hash out the nominees for the Academy Awards this Sunday and offer their predictions for who will (and should!) be taking home an Oscar.
Feb 22, 201916:51