Columbia Chronicles

Episod 15: The Art of Community As the stigma around mental health is decreasing… the discussion of what causes mental struggles is expanding. Research and awareness on the role that substance abuse plays in mental health struggles shows family members of addicts can also be negatively affected during recovery. But family members can also help the whole family heal. In this edition of Columbia Chr...

Episode 14: The Best of Soda City As the stigma around mental health is decreasing… the discussion of what causes mental struggles is expanding. Research and awareness on the role that substance abuse plays in mental health struggles shows family members of addicts can also be negatively affected during recovery. But family members can also help the whole family heal. In this edition of Columbia C...

Episode 14: The Rails that Rumble Campus There is constant motion around the University of South Carolina. Cars, bikes, buses, and feet dart around the campus daily. But with over 2000 miles of infrastructure in the state, trains serve as another important, yet often misunderstood, piece of the community. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Calvin Landreth introduces us to one person...

Episode 13: From Homelessness to Hope Homelessness has long been an issue in Columbia. According to the city’s most recent count, around 840 people are unsheltered in and around the downtown area. Although the number of people without a home has decreased in the last decade… the number of homeless families is rising. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Carter Godfrey introduces us to...

Episode 12: Faith Meets Policy Debates continue in the South Carolina State House as lawmakers try to address safety concerns in places of worship. But even bipartisan ideas can run into political roadblocks. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles… reporter Mimi Richardson introduces us to one lawmaker and what her experience reveals about how a policy gets made. Produced and edited by Molly Stove...

Episode 10: Experiential Learning As the demand for trained healthcare professionals continues to grow across America, many educators at the University of South Carolina are rethinking how students should learn. Research shows preparation takes more than just rote memorization. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Eryn Auman introduces us to a USC professor teaching students to think l...

Episode 11: Beat the Heat Summer in the south is something unique – a blend of relaxation, classic southern hospitality, and one other thing… heat. Columbia is no stranger to sweltering summers… so much so… it’s taken on the nickname, “famously hot.” While most have accepted this way of life, there is a scientific explanation. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Johnathan Hayden discu...

Episode 9: A Cut Above Heart Disease For more than a century, heart disease has reigned as the leading cause of death in the United States. About 10% of adults die from cardiovascular disease, and that number reaches 14% in South Carolina. It is especially a problem for black men. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Kensley Green presents local innovation that hopes to diminish diseas...

Episode 8: Home Away from Home Since the Trump Administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration began in 2024… arrests of immigrants have been on the rise. According to a non-profit research organization called “Track Immigration” – The rate of ICE arrests in South Carolina has doubled since then. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Zaria Williams introduces an immigrant who shares w...

Episode 6: A Café for the Community In a time where people are looking for more connection and creativity in their communities, one local coffee shop owner is doing more than just serving drinks. His café has become a space where artists, students, and small businesses come together to share ideas and grow. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Neha Adusumilli takes us inside a place wh...

Episode 5: Inclusive Creations Art has the power to illuminate eyes and touch hearts. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter TyMaya Sims introduces us to a muralist, painter, and mixed-media artist who is fighting to make real, diverse art available to the public. Produced and edited by Molly Stover; final production by Ava A. Strauss Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership...

Episode 4: More than a Teacher Schools across the country are facing teacher shortages. At the same time, more educators are turning to social media to share their experiences. Some perspectives are encouraging, while others are more like cautionary tales. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Chelsea Gourdine introduces a current teacher in Columbia, South Carolina who says…think twice...

Episode 7: Columbia’s Climate Change Crisis With Columbia experiencing a severe drought, the reality of climate change continues to rear its ugly head. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Will Maddux sits down with a USC professor to discuss how the climate in Columbia has shifted in his nearly four decades of teaching here. Produced and edited by Molly Stover; final production by Ava...

Episode 3: Mental Health as a Lawyer Lawyers tend to be the butt of a lot of jokes in media and entertainment. But behind those jokes is a reality of what being a lawyer is — hard long hours, and a lot of pressure. Research shows that the legal field is among the top professions where people struggle with mental health. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Anna Machado introduces us to...

Episode 2: Curing Kids Cancer If you’ve ever been to a Carolina football game, you might have seen advertisements for an organization called Curing Kids Cancer. What started as a small effort has grown into a large nonprofit – raising millions for cutting-edge pediatric cancer treatments. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Zoe Pippin tells the story of an organization built on a moth...

Columbia Chronicles: Special Olympics Encouraging and supporting your family through the ups and downs of life is essential. In this episode of Columbia Chronicles, reporter Skylar Esbensen tells us what life has been like for her and her family. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South...

Columbia Chronicles: Unconditional Love In the final episode of Season 6, host Calista Pushman shares experiences with her family and how the relationship between her mother and her sister, Tori, when she came out as transgender. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South Carolina's School...

Columbia Chronicles: Here to Stay In this episode, reporter Michael Zapor introduces us to one long-time Columbia resident who has watched the fallout of various changes in the city's distant and recent past. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism and Ma...

Columbia Chronicles: How to Live Your Life In this episode, reporter Aiden Peck introduces us to Alvin Kin, who is sharing his personal manual with the Columbia community and beyond. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Visit g...

Columbia Chronicles: A Veteran's Life In this episode, reporter Philiip Schlies sits down with a veteran who has worked many years to adjust back into civilian life. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Visit garnetmedia.org/co...

Columbia Chronicles: History in a Hangar In this episode, reporter Clay Reke introduces us to the story behind a piece of history that rose out of Lake Greenwood in the 1970's and the importance of preserving these pieces of the past. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South Carolina's S...

Columbia Chronicles: Brushstrokes of Influence In this episode, reporter Jacob Zambrano explores art's impact and shows us how creativity leaves a lasting mark on our human journey. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Visit ga...

Columbia Chronicles: Finding Faith on Campus In this episode, reporter Jaden Heyward introduces us to a man who wants to help students build their Christian faith, one service at a time. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Vis...

Columbia Chronicles: Student Choreography Showcase In this episode, reporter Erin Smith takes us backstage of the Student Choreography Showcase in the University of South Carolina's Department of Theatre and Dance. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism...

Columbia Chronicles: Food is Family In this episode, reporter Megan vanVollenhoven introduces us to the mastermind behind the meals at USC's newest dining hall. Produced and edited by Olan Domer Columbia Chronicles is produced through a partnership between WUSC-FM, Garnet Media Group, and the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Visit garnetmedia.org/columbi...