The Daily Sundial Podcasts

Kobe Bryant's sudden death from a helicopter crash that killed eight other people, including his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, on Sunday shook Los Angeles to its core and brought the world to a standstill. Almost one week later, fans have come together outside the Staples Center to mourn the loss of an icon. Audio by Andres Soto, assistant sports editor for the Sundial Thumbnail image by Alyssa Dur...

This week, CSUN communications professor Joel Lemuel talks about how flexible scheduling and adequate advising can help students with the graduation process.

Why did it take Bryan Zamora seven years to get a bachelor's degree? Tune in for an extra-length episode about one man's journey from the hospital to the graduation stage. Also: be sure to check out bethematch.org after this and participate now!

Ivan Salinas, the Sundial's Arts & Entertainment editor, fills in for Madison Parsley this week and updates us on what’s happening in The Sundial’s issue on the Latinx community. Produced by PJ Shahamat

How did a midwestern girl that hated sororities end up at CSUN... IN a sorority? Find out now on Sunspotting.

PJ Shahamat, the Sundial's Audio Editor, fills in for Madison Parsley this week and updates us on what’s happening in The Sundial’s issue on dating. Produced by PJ Shahamat

Ivey Mellem, the Sundial's Chief Copy Editor, fills in for Madison Parsley this week and updates us on what’s happening in The Sundial’s issue on wildfires. Produced by PJ Shahamat

How does one go from being homeless... to being a respected scientist? This is Richard Rachman’s story. For more info on Rachman, or on entering the field of science, you can follow him on Instagram @a_wandering_ecologist.

Joanne Scillitoe talks about how helping students find relevant activities on campus can help bridge the gap between students and extracurriculars.

Madison Parsley, The Sundial’s Editor-in-Chief, updates us on what’s happening in The Sundial’s Mental Health issue. Produced by PJ Shahamat

Sundial reporter, Gillian Moran-Perez, comes in to talk about her article regarding a new bill being discussed that would require clergy members to report certain crimes such as sexual abuse and child neglect.

What happened to Kristin Bodt during finals in her last semester at CSUN? Find out this week on Sunspotting, the podcast that tells the personal stories of the people you see every day at CSUN.

David Blumenkrantz touches on territorialism in departments and discusses why a more diverse enrollment structure can make for more well-rounded students.

Madison Parsley, The Sundial's Editor-in-Chief updates us on what's happening in The Sundial's Christianity issue. Produced by PJ Shahamat

The Sundials photo editor, Logan Bik, comes in to talk about his photo-essay where he followed the ranchers and firefighters that battled fires the morning after the Saddleridge fire broke out.

This week PJ talks to Gillian Moran-Perez about her article on the environmental organization, Pacoima beautiful.

This week PJ interviewed retired CSUN Business professor Richard Gunther and talks about why he thinks a more streamlined graduation process could help benefit students.

Gillian Moran-Perez, the Sundials News Editor, fills in for Madison Parsley this week and updates us on what’s happening in The Sundial’s issue on Immigrants.

How did David Grewe go from newsroom to newsroom across the country... to being a journalism professor at CSUN? Join us this week for our most emotional Sunspotting episode yet, and check out any other episodes if you haven’t yet!

This week PJ talks to Andres Soto about his article on the new California bill that allows student-athletes to benefit from their likeness. Produced by PJ Shahamat

This week PJ interviewed CSUN CTVA professor Dr. Michael Johnson and talks about how class sizes influence a teacher’s ability to teach and how it can affect a student’s education.

Elaine Sanders, the Graphics Designer and Video Editor, fills in for Madison Parsley this week and updates us on what’s happening in The Sundial’s issue on Sustainability. Hosted by Elaine Sanders Produced by PJ Shahamat

How did Clayton Scott go from a conservative upbringing to being a local leader in sustainability? Find out this week on Sunspotting, the podcast where we discuss the personal stories, lives, and hobbies of the people you see every day at CSUN.

This week PJ talks to Logan Bik about his photo essay following the North Hills mosque that feeds over 300 homeless people a week. Produced by PJ Shahamat

This week PJ interviewed CSUN Psychology professor Dr. Maggie Shiffrar and discusses how graduate school preparation can benefit students in their careers. Produced by PJ Shahamat