WUSC / Garnet Media Group

90.5 Seconds of the News

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A weekly news update curated by WUSC-FM, the University of South Carolina's official student-run radio station, with help from partners in The Daily Gamecock news organization and SGTV, USC's television station. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Sarah Craft, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia. Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 International License.

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WUSC / Garnet Media Group

Category

Society

Podcast website

www.wusc.fm

Latest episode

Jan 27, 2025

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Episodes

November 29, 2022 29.11.2022

In today's episode, we discuss Carolina's football win against Clemson, women's basketball, a proposal to increase teacher salaries, construction to renovate Main Street, and new student housing in Columbia. This episode is hosted by Sarah Craft, news assistant, and produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant,&quot...

November 22, 2022 22.11.2022

In today's episode, we discuss the Gamecock football win against Tennessee Vols and the SEC fine. We also discuss Carolina women's basketball, the new Chick-fil-A distribution center coming to the Midlands, Trump's 2024 candidacy and the wedding at the White House. This episode is hosted by Sarah Craft, news assistant, and produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1...

November 18, 2022 18.11.2022

In today's episode, we discuss USC's ranking from Military Times, updates being made to the Student Government Codes, and the last home game for Gamecock football. In honor of Thanksgiving, WUSC News will only host one show next week. Tune in on Tuesday, Nov. 22, to hear that week's top headlines. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM &amp...

November 15, 2022 15.11.2022

In today's episode, we discuss Gamecock women's soccer, men's basketball and USC's loss to the University of Florida. We also discuss the results of the 2022 S.C. elections. This episode is guest hosted by Alyx Tann, written by Nate Violette and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars un...

November 8, 2022 08.11.2022

In today's episode, we discuss first-generation student week, S.C. voting, Gamecock football and soccer and Tropical Storm Nicole. This episode is guest hosted by Nate Violette, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 International License. Follo...

November 1, 2022 01.11.2022

In today's episode, we discuss how the University of South Carolina plans to bring USC back, Gamecock football, electric school buses and mold sightings in campus residence halls and mental health helplines. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog R...

October 13, 2022 13.10.2022

In today's episode, we discuss USC's new swim and dive coach, a tax incentive for Chick-Fil-A in Lexington County, and the South Carolinians charged for participating in the Jan. 6 riot. This episode is a special edition ahead of fall break. WUSC News will be back on Nov. 1. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . M...

October 11, 2022 11.10.2022

In today's episode, we discuss USC sports, a call for a more diverse staff at USC and a haunted carwash in the Midlands. This episode is guest hosted by Nate Violette, and produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 International License. Follow the...

October 7, 2022 07.10.2022

In today's episode, we discuss how USC Women's Basketball is raising awareness for diabetes, President Biden's pardons, new changes being made to the S.C. State Fair, the return of Jam Room Music Festival and the Plant and Flower Festival. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant,...

October 4, 2022 04.10.2022

In today's episode, we discuss a new pronoun recognition policy at USC, the hiring of the Dean of the College of Education, USC's football schedule and wins, and the latest print edition of The Daily Gamecock. This episode is guest hosted by Nate Violette and produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," court...

September 27, 2022 27.09.2022

In today's episode, we discuss Rhianna's SuperBowl announcement, the Gamecock's win against Charlotte, prepping for Hurricane Ian and the approved budget from the USC Board of Trustees. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for  WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is  "At the Restaurant,"  courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Cr...

September 23, 2022 23.09.2022

In today's episode, we discuss the new legislature in the USC Student Senate, the return of Cola Jazz Fest and an increase in the minimum wage for faculty and staff at the university. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creativ...

September 13, 2022 13.09.2022

In today's episode, we discuss an outbreak of West Nile virus in Richland County, Gamecock football injuries, the return of former USC Football Coach, Will Muschamp, the naming of USC as the No. 1 public university for international business and a new restaurant in Russell House. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbi...

September 9, 2022 09.09.2022

In today's episode, we discuss the return of Chadwick Boseman's missing uncle, the death of Queen Elizabeth II, tickets for the S.C. State Fair, campus mental health and A'ja Wilson becoming the WNBA player of the year. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy...

September 6, 2022 06.09.2022

In today's episode, we discuss the first sold out football game and deaths on campus. Free help is available to both students and faculty. The student helpline is 833-664-2854. Faculty and staff can reach out for help by calling 800-633-3353. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaura...

September 2, 2022 02.09.2022

In today's episode, we discuss the refurbishment of Carver Theatre, USC's response to Monkey Pox, the re-naming of Sir Big Spur and Gamecock football. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 International Licen...

August 23, 2022 23.08.2022

In today's episode, we discuss events on campus, USC's appointee to the Board of Trustees, WUSC interest meetings and the newest print edition of The Daily Gamecock. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 Inte...

July 26, 2022 26.07.2022

In today's episode, we discuss possible refunds from the S.C. Department of Revenue, the string of earthquakes in the Midlands and USC football expectations. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 Internationa...

July 15, 2022 15.07.2022

In today's episode, we discuss South Carolina’s response to the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the unveiled Boyd Foundation’s Innovation Center and flooding prevention in Columbia. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Comm...

July 5, 2022 05.07.2022

In today's episode, we discuss the earthquakes in the Midlands and USC's new president, Michael Amiridis. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 International License. Follow the radio station @WUSCFM on Insta...

June 28, 2022 28.06.2022

In today's episode, we discuss the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the state museum's laser show, and media mental health. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 International License. Follow the radio station @WU...

June 24, 2022 24.06.2022

In today's episode, we discuss the overturning of Roe v. Wade and the impact it could have on S.C. laws and Bill Nye's marriage. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 International License. Follow the radio s...

June 21, 2022 21.06.2022

In today's episode, we discuss nominees for the democratic party, the return of True Smoke, and media mental health. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 International License. Follow the radio station @WUSC...

June 17, 2022 17.06.2022

In today's episode, we discuss how to stay cool in the summer heat, a new dining hall coming to Russell House University Union, updates to USC's meal plan, and Gamecock professional soccer players. 90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars u...

June 15, 2022 15.06.2022

Episode Notes In today's episode of 90.5 Seconds of the News, we discuss the March of Our Lives Rally, USC’s tuition freeze, and new statues on campus.  90.5 Seconds of the News is hosted, produced and edited by Emily Okon, news director for WUSC-FM & HD-1 Columbia . Music is "At the Restaurant," courtesy of Monolog Rockstars under a Creative Commons 4.0 International Lic...

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