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. Music by […]
Talkin’ Troy S5E4: An Interview with USC Alum and Pro Tennis Player Giuliana “GuGu” Olmos
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Sports editor David Ramirez speaks with USC alum and pro tennis player Giuliana “GuGu” Olmos about her tennis career as well as her Austrian and Mexican upbringing. They also discuss how the tennis program at USC guided her in ultimately becoming a professional. Music by Joakim Karud. Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 8:42 p.m.: Correction: A […]
Talkin’ Troy S5E3: USC Football is Back!
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Associate managing editor Nathan Ackerman and sports editors David Ramirez and Taylor Mills discuss the Pac-12’s upcoming conference-only fall football schedule. They talk about whether they originally thought the season would even happen, how the Trojans will be able to adjust to the shortened season and how the team will fare, both in the regular […]
Talkin’ Troy S5E2: Turning of the Tide: 50 Years Later
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Fifty years after the 1970 ‘Turning of the Tide’ game in Alabama between the integrated Trojans and the all-white Crimson Tide, associate managing editor Nathan Ackerman, sports editor Taylor Mills and sports writer Lachelle Smith speak to Sam Cunningham and John Papadakis, USC alumni who took part in that historic 1970 Trojan victory. They talk […]
General Education S6 E3: Gatherings result in coronavirus case surge
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A surge in positive coronavirus cases has resulted from a number of gatherings violating social distancing guidelines around the USC community. Podcast editor Eduardo Ocampo talks to Daily Trojan news editor Shaylee Navarro about how students around the community have been feeling about the parties as well as how USC is responding to the ongoing […]
S6EP2: Maintaining wellness with Kelly Greco
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As students live through a global pandemic, one of the largest social justice movements and an economic downturn, many may feel overwhelmed with everything that’s happening. Director of Wellness and Outreach Sophia Ceniza and Deputy Wellness Director Karan Nevatia speak to Assistant Director of Outreach and Prevention Services Kelly Greco on the mental health services […]
S6EP1: A new semester amid the coronavirus
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As the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect the world, podcast editor Eduardo Ocampo talks to Chief Health Officer Sarah Van Orman about how USC’s reopening will look for students who arrive on campus. They also talk about the measures the school is taking to ensure the safety of students. Music by Joakim Karud.
S5EP1: Fall sports postponed and an interview with Athletic Director Mike Bohn
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Associate Managing Editor Nathan Ackerman and sports editor David Ramirez react to the news that USC fall sports will be postponed to the spring after a vote from the Pac-12 CEO group. They then speak to Athletic Director Mike Bohn about the formation of the USC Athletics Black Lives Matter Action Team and how he’s […]
S5E2: Coronavirus impacts USC
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With classes remaining online until April, multimedia editor Kevin Camargo talks to Chief Health Officer Sarah Van Orman about USC’s efforts amid concerns regarding coronavirus. We’ll also hear from news editor Shaylee Navarro about the Daily Trojan’s coverage on the impact coronavirus has had on students and University decision-making. Music by Joakim Karud.
S4E2: Predictions for men’s basketball Pac-12 tournament
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Associate managing editor Nathan Ackerman sits down with sports editor Shawn Farhadian and assistant sports editor David Ramirez to talk about men’s basketball win against UCLA, as well as give their Pac-12 Tournament predictions. They also give a quick shoutout to USC baseball for its impressive weekend. Music by Joakim Karud.