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More Than Just a Sports Romance (05.18.26)

Somewhere along the way, hockey stopped being just a sport andsomehow became one of the internet’s favorite romance genres.And after the release of Off Campus this week, alongside adaptationslike Heated Rivalry, the internet’s obsession with emotionallyunavailable hockey captains somehow feels bigger than ever.
 
Recorded by: Aashita Shrivastava    
Edited By: Ally Behm 
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Will the Sheep Detectives end up being Baaaahd or the "goat"? (05/18/26)

The Sheep Detectives recently came out to critical acclaim. Listen to Alex explain her experiences with the film and whether it's worth seeing or not.
Recorded by: Alexandria Robertson
Edited by: Samantha Chen
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Can We Tolerate Uncertainty? A Critique on Testing and Assessment (05.18.26)

How much are we actually learning in our classes? Join Tvisha as she explores the benefits and drawbacks of conventional pedagogical methods, and what they reveal about how we measure, understand, and think about "learning." 
Reported by Tvisha Yerramalli
Edited by Sean Watanabe
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The Social Impact of the Hantavirus Outbreak (05.18.26)

Worried about the recent hantavirus outbreak you’ve seen on the news lately? Join Melani as she looks into the cause behind the public’s sudden surge of anxiety, and why professionals seem to reassure them that it will, in fact, not be another COVID lockdown.
Recorded by Melani Cabudol
Edited by Christian Chung

Beyond the Encore: The Rise of Concert Cinema (05.11.26)

Concert films have been everywhere recently, from Billie Eilish’s newly released Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) to Chase Atlantic’s Lost in Heaven. But audiences aren’t really treating these movies like normal theater experiences anymore. Looking into how concert films, social media, and fandom culture transformed live music into something fans can relive long after the actual concert ends. 
Reported by: Aashita Shrivastava    Edited by: Ally Behm 
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Devil Wears Prada & the Decline of Print Media(05.11.26)

The Devil Wears Prada 2, a sequel to the infamous 2000's film premiered this past week and dives into the growing crisis surrounding modern media. The film takes a deeper look into the legacy of the original movies narrative while exploring how Andy and Miranda choose to address the decline of printed journalism through the infamous runway magazine.  An industry that was once deemed untouchable now is fighting to stay current in the digital age. Prada 2 examines the process of how journalism & creative media can exist in our rapidly changing world. 
Reported by Leeanna See
Edited by Arleen Tsai

Hiking Club at UCI 05/09/26

Hiking club at UCI has over 350 total members and is great if you have a love for the outdoors. It truly focuses on community and always welcoming newcomers into the club. They have hikes every weekend and have so many ways that students can attend! It allows you to form so many connections from outside the bubble you may stay in. It is easily accessible and accessible for its members through their website. If you are interested or have any other questions feel free to reach out to any officers. Their instagram is @ hikingclubatucirvine and their website is hikingclubatuci.org. The website will directly link you to their instagram and discord. This club has an admirable framework created by multiple people who love hiking and exercise dearly. Join them on their next hike on Saturday at 8AM! 
Reported by Abrianna Catanzarite
Edited by Jeslin Alvarez

Where's The Food At? A Vendor Fair Mystery (05.11.26)

The Vendor Fair has been coming to UCI every quarter bringing us jewelry, clothing, crafts, and UCI students’ favorite, the food vendors. However, starting from winter quarter, the food vendors have been missing from the fair causing a spectacle of what has caused their disappearance. Well, let’s talk about it and see what we can find out while also reviewing the vendor fair this Spring Quarter.
Reported by: Karina Quiroz
Edited by: Andrew Gomez
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A Better Understanding of how Pre-Existing Health Conditions shape Miscarriage Experiences (05/11/26)

UROP is happening this week, with Tonantzin Lavenant Hayward presenting a poster for her research. Listen to an interview as she discusses the process, results, and effects of how miscarriage experiences change wtih different pre-existing health conditions, as well as how this research has shaped her future path in science.
Recorded by: Alexandria Robertson
Edited by: Samantha Chen
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The Controversy of the Bezos-Backed Met Gala (05.11.26)

With Jeff Bezos becoming the lead sponsor of the 2026 Met Gala, suddenly the extravagant event means much more than just the fashion it represents. So, in the midst of all the social media fury, what does this say about elitism, and should we be worried? Because, truly, what does Jeff Bezos really know about fashion, anyways?
Recorded by Melani Cabudol
Edited by Christian Chung