Tag Archive for: Opinion

Week 13 recap: USC renames Center for International and Public Affairs


Podcast editor Abbey Martichenko and podcast staff member Claire Fogarty recap last week’s biggest stories. In this episode, we discuss the long awaited renaming of The Center for International and Public Affairs, a petition that urges for greater financial compensation for RAs, music recommendations and Starbucks seasonal drink recommendations! Listen through to also get the […]

Week 12 recap: Professor’s blue lives matter flag creates controversy, bomb threat causes evacuations


Content warning: This podcast contains references to sexual assault, drugging and violence. Podcast editor Abbey Martichenko and podcast staff member Claire Fogarty recap last week’s biggest stories. In this episode, we discuss the University’s effort to address ongoing scandals and investigations on campus. Listen through to also get the rundown on some notable arts & […]

Week 11 recap: Petition calls for accountability from DPS, LAPD following “unethical” wellness check


Content warning: This podcast contains references to sexual assault, drugging and violence. Podcast editor Abbey Martichenko and podcast staff member Claire Fogarty recap last week’s biggest stories. In this episode, they discuss the delayed communication on behalf of the University regarding the drugging and sexual assault cases at Sigma Nu and a student’s petition against […]

Week 10 recap: Students continue protests against fraternities following sexual assault reports


Content warning: This podcast contains references to sexual assault, drugging and violence. Editor’s note: This podcast references the Daily Trojan’s coverage on the five additional sexual assaults reported to the Department of Public Safety Tuesday. Since Oct. 20, 19 cases of sexual assault and drugging were reported to DPS. Five additional cases were reported in the […]

Week 9 recap


Content warning: This podcast contains references to sexual assault and violence. Podcast editor Abbey Martichenko and podcast staff member Claire Fogarty recap last week’s biggest stories — including the ongoing investigation into various USC fraternities amid reports of drugging and sexual assault. Listen through to also get the rundown on some notable A&E, sports and […]

Welcome to Weekly Recaps


Podcast editor Abbey Martichenko and podcast staff member Claire Fogarty recap last week’s biggest news, a&e, opinion and sports stories. This is the first of our new recap segment, so be sure to check back next week! Music by Tim Taj via Pixabay.