From Where We Are

Throughout the semester, we have been reporting on various COVID-19 stories from across the world. As we bid this academic year farewell, Annenberg Radio News would like to share some of these audio tales. From quilting masks to providing free food for healthcare workers, we highlight the glowing warm of human empathy that shined through even in these trying times.

Producers Evan Jacoby and Isaiah Murtaugh and Annenberg fellow Traci Lee hit the shelves to find out how hard it is to find supplies and make your own hand sanitizer

On today’s show: As USC extends its class cancellation to April 14, Annenberg Radio speaks to Trojans about how COVID-19 has affected them.

On today's show, the fight against corona virus continues. Congress passes an emergency spending bill to combat the virus, the Los Angeles Metro-Link is increasing cleaning on their trains, and a local museum is preparing for a possible outbreak in Los Angeles.

It’s Super Tuesday! California’s primary election will go a long way towards determining the Democratic Party presidential nominee, and Los Angeles County has given it’s voting system a major overhaul. On today’s shows we talk with USC students about the election, cover technical troubles at USC’s closest voting center, and spend time with local Pokemon aficionados. All this and more...from where...

On today’s show, the coronavirus dominates. USC students react to the spread of the disease around the world, the USC Marshall School of Business announces study abroad programs will be canceled. Annenberg Media’s executive editor Ruby Yuan talks about how his family in Wuhan, China, has been impacted.  Additionally, we cover the Department of Education’s demand that USC makes sweeping changes to...

On today’s show, we look ahead to tonight’s democratic debates, visit a naturalization ceremony, and recap Monday’s memorial for Kobe and Gianna Bryant. All that and more from where we are! Produced by Rebecca Katz, Zazu Lippert Hosted by Micaela Stevens and Waylon Cunningham Technical Direction by Yuki Liang

On today’s special, we hear from USC students who’ve been inspired by Kobe Bryant’s career as family, friends, and fans gathered at Staples Center to celebrate Bryant’s life and legacy. We also re-visit a past interview with a friend of the basketball legend. Producers: Yuki Liang, Celine Mendiola Host: Yuki Liang

On today’s show, we learn about USC’s new financial aid plans, and what students think about it. We talk to students about Pete Buttigieg’s town hall at Bovard and speak with the event’s moderator, Fox 11’s Elex Michaelson. We hear about one student’s experience at the Nevada Democratic debate, and learn about one club’s mission to spread awareness of the detained Uighur Muslims in China. All that...

On today’s show, President Donald Trump makes a quick visit to Los Angeles, Annenberg Media talks to a former Boy Scout after the Boy Scouts of America declares bankruptcy, and USC’s Culture Commission visits Annenberg to talk about last semester’s Cultural Values poll. All that and more...from where we are! Executive Producer: Isaiah Murtaugh Lead Producer: Zazu Lippert Associate Producer: Rebecc...

On today’s show, voting for USC’s Undergraduate Student Government elections kicks off, California’s voting systems get an overhaul in advance of presidential primary elections, and USC Keck Hospital caregivers picket against changes in sick leave policy. All that and more, from where we are.

This is ARN’s practice show. We usually don’t post these, but it was so good we decided why not! We take a look at the final impeachment proceedings, including the ever-deepening rift between President Trump and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. CBS politics reporter Adam Brewster joins us to discuss the implications of the Iowa Caucuses. We speak to USC students about who they’re voting for in t...

Today’s episode is our last show of the decade as well as the year -- and we examine all the music, films and TV shows that define the 2010s! But first, we talk to an investigative reporter for the Beacon Project about his groundbreaking stories, and USC football coach Clay Helton retains his position for another season. Before Trojans head into the holidays, we find out the best spots to study fo...

On today’s episode of From Where We Are, we hear how the Zeta Beta Tau and the USC Panhellenic Council is planning to respond to reported overdoses on campus, hear highlights from last Wednesday night’s debate, and speak with students from Hong Kong about issues back home. Additionally, we cover rivalry week, a holiday USC corgi meetup, and a son-in-law helping his father through Alzheimer’s. All...

In this episode of From Where We Are, we bring you the latest on impeachment, an update on the college admissions scandal, and a briefing of new mental health resources on campus. We talk about Engemann Student Health Center’s new Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Sciences floor and a parent group providing support to students, as well as a nasal spray called Narcan that could be the antidote to ov...

This morning, tragedy struck Southern California. A sixteen year old student opened fire this morning at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita killing two young students. On Today’s show, we get a live update from Henry Mayo hospital, and learn how we can discuss tragedy. If you or someone you know is in need of help, please reach out to professional counselors including those at student health serv...

On today’s special broadcast, we cover the anniversary of the Woolsey fire through Malibu community stories, and discuss how their experiences relate to the overall threat of California wildfires. From a man who stayed to save his house to a woman who coordinated the evacuation of an entire ranch, we follow the way that Woolsey has impacted — and continues to impact — the lives of those in Malibu....

On the anniversary of the Borderline Bar and Grill massacre, we speak with survivors, visit a newly opened Healing Garden in Thousand Oaks, and look at long term policy solutions for gun violence. USC announced Mike Bohn as their new athletic director today and will be restructuring its Board of Trustees over the next few years. We also cover a Louis Vuitton and League of Legends collaboration, Ch...

On today’s show, we have an update on the 2020 election polls, a recap of the Youth Climate Strike, and an update on the Varsity Blues scandal. We cover protests surrounding the new L.A. Clippers stadium in Inglewood. We get student opinions on the local elections and how cities are responding to the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. All that and more, from where we are. Producers: Zazu Li...

On today’s show, fires continue to burn in California, Rep. Katie Hill gives her resignation speech, and we hear from one parent who flew from very far away for Trojan Family Weekend. We also go live from Olvera Street and one reporter got an exclusive interview with USC President Carol Folt. Producers: Luke Scorziell, Joshua Chang, Evan Jacoby, Isaiah Murtaugh, and Sasha Urban Hosts: Jolene Pumph...

On today's show, we have live updates on the Getty fire and Kinkaid fire. We have a Varsity Blues update and hear from a local elementary school that had the opportunity to communicate with the International Space Station. A new California law will change the "gig" economy. We hear opinions on the new rideshare system at LAX. All that and more from where we are!

On today’s show, wildfires spread throughout the state, protesters gather at the Santa Anita Racetrack, and a New York Times reporter talks climate change. Producers: Joshua Chang, Luke Scorziell, Evan Jacoby, Isaiah Murtaugh and Sasha Urban Hosts: Jolene Pumphrey and Helena Getayalew Technical Director: Yuki Liang

On today's show, we have new charges in the admissions scandal, why and how the dean of the USC Marshall School of Business was removed from his post, and we learn about Diwali, the Indian festival of lights. We talk to alumna Paola Mardo about her podcast Long Distance, and we find out how Skid Row's homeless population gets water. All this and more, FROM WHERE WE ARE.

On today’s episode of From Where We Are, we look at sexual assault awareness on campus and the latest on the Southern California wildfires, along with some surprising college poll results going into the Democratic debates. We also celebrate the life of Annenberg professor Ed Cray, and talk to students about the Great California Shakeout and the drill’s effectiveness — or lack thereof. Our weekly A...