Rhythm and News: Ticketmaster and the new normal for live music

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This week on “Rhythm and News,” our hosts Kamryn Tate, Kirsten Hawkins, and Ryan Skidmore discuss the new beginnings of live music performance in the post-lockdown era. Has the quality of performance changed? Has there been a shift in music culture? Is it safe to attend concerts? Can we even afford it any more? These questions are discussed, topics are addressed and the ultimate question is, “are we gonna be outside this summer?”

Talkin’ Troy: Women’s History Month


In a historic week of women’s sports, we saw everything from 40-point triple doubles to flamingo feathered blazers. Join co-hosts Leila MacKenzie and Dana Hammerstrom as they reflect on the evolving impact and excitement of women’s athletics. Hosted by Leila MacKenzie and Dana Hammerstrom, Written by Leila MacKenzie edited by Thomas Johnson and Justin White. […]

General Education: LAC+USC residency pay inequity, Navajo water rights and Architecture’s “stressful” environment


Daily Trojan writers discussed a Keck School of Medicine resident-led campaign for a “fair” contract, water rights legislation in the Southwest, and mounting student concern about communication and affordability at the School of Architecture. Hosted by Shatha Fadul. Written by Norissa Ramirez, Stacey Obodoechine, Benjamin Papp and Shatha Fadul. Edited by Grace Ingram, Benjamin Papp […]

Rhythm and News: Can Grey’s Anatomy Responsibly Educate Us on Abortion?

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This week on "Rhythm and News," our hosts Claudia and Kamryn discuss how "Grey's Anatomy" (Season 19, ep 5) focuses on a woman being walked through an abortion. Our hosts discuss the importance of portraying difficult topics on television, nuanced discussions of abortion that have been happening on the USC campus and what they would like to see the show cover in the future.

Talkin’ Troy S9E5: Trojans triumph over UCLA, prepare for Notre Dame


Following USC’s dramatic 48-45 win over UCLA at the Rose Bowl, Daily Trojan staffers Chris Bibona, Jack Hallinan and Kyle Frankel react to one of the most consequential victories in recent history for Trojan football. To end the show, the trio discusses the playoff implications of USC’s final home game Saturday against Notre Dame. Music by QubeSounds […]

Talkin’ Troy S9E4: RIVALRY WEEK: Get ready for the clash between USC and UCLA football


Jabs in the media, Knights and Helenes on guard and two teams clawing for football glory. This is rivalry week. Join Chris Bibona, Kyle Frankel and sports editor Patrick Warren as they discuss everything you need to know ahead of the 90th edition of the “Crosstown Showdown.” Key narratives, star players and unbelievable antics are […]

Talkin’ Troy S9E3: RECAP: Women’s soccer rolls into NCAA tourney, football and women’s volleyball enjoy wins


Join Daily Trojan staffers Chris Bibona and Leila MacKenzie as they react to USC’s huge shutout win over UCLA, and the quickly approaching NCAA tournament. The duo also discusses football’s win over UC Berkeley and volleyball’s successful home stand. It’s rapid fire on this week’s Talkin’ Troy! Music by QubeSounds via Pixabay.