Beste KCSB podcasts (2024)

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Inside IV: Managing Post-Election Stress 25:25

1d ago25:25

25:25

It’s been an emotional month for a lot of people, including students and Isla Vista residents. With the recent national election, it’s easy to feel the lingering effects of stress and anxiety. According to the Los Angeles Times, more than 73% of Americans say that they feel stressed about the election, and that 65% of us feel exhausted when thinkin…

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The New York Times Tech Guild Goes on Strike 2:03

3d ago2:03

2:03

The New York Times Tech Guild ended their week-long strike, during which they were encouraging their audience to avoid playing New York Times games to support. Alice Dehghanzadeh at KCSB News has more.Door KCSB News

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AS Senator Alexa Butler Discusses the Black Empowerment Task Force 10:14

3d ago10:14

10:14

KCSB's Ashley Segat interviews AS Senator Alexa Butler on the goals and structure of the Temporary Committee to Establish the Black Empowerment Task Force.Door KCSB News

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Short Bursts of Exercise Boots Cognitive Function 17:15

3d ago17:15

17:15

Recent studies at the University of Santa Barbara show that bursts of exercise, such as the HIIT method, actually boosts cognitive function. Their study shows that short, vigorous activities improve memory, attention, and executive function, particularly when tested after exercise. KCSB's Alice Dehghanzadeh interviews the senior and first authors o…

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Isla Vista Trading Post’s “Three for Free” Event Promotes Sustainable and Accessible Fashion in the UCSB Community 3:57

4d ago3:57

3:57

Students at UCSB took a step towards more sustainable fashion by participating in the IVTP’s “Three for Free” event. The campaign, aimed at reducing clothing waste and making fashion more accessible, marked the first of several planned events this year where students can refresh their wardrobes in eco-friendly ways.…

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City of Goleta to Receive Urban Forestry Grant Funding from GreenLatinos 17:50

8d ago17:50

17:50

The city of Goleta has been selected to receive funding through the Inflation Reduction Act's Urban and Community Forestry funding. The funding is coming through GreenLatinos, the largest Latine climate network in the US, and a pass-through partner for the program. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst spoke to Joe Toolan and George Thomson about the GreenLatinos…

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Why Californians Rejected Prop 6 and Prop 33 7:17

8d ago7:17

7:17

Prop 33 would have expanded rent control in California, and proposition 6 would have banned involuntary servitude in the State’s prisons. Voters rejected both. KCSB's Rosie Bultman spoke with two experts from The Public Policy Institute of California, Dean Bonner and Heather Harris, to learn more about why.…

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EPA’s Clean Ports Program Targets Air Pollution and Public Health 3:35

8d ago3:35

3:35

Biden-Harris Administration has designated nearly $3 billion in funding for 55 ports across 27 states as part of the EPA’s Clean Ports Program. KCSB’s Eva Wang has the story.Door KCSB News

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UPTE Votes to Strike at UCSF 4:30

10d ago4:30

4:30

Across the U.S. healthcare facilities struggle to recruit and retain employees, resulting in skeleton staffs. According to its workers, UC San Francisco has not done enough to meet the challenge, and is now facing the possibility of a strike over the issue. KCSB's Ray Briare has more.Door KCSB News

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Women's March Santa Barbara Rallies for Harris 2:57

10d ago2:57

2:57

In a rally with crafts, dancing, and speeches, Women’s March Santa Barbara held a rally to support Kamala Harris and the Democrats this past Saturday. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has the story.Door KCSB News

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Understanding the Ballot: Prop. 3 2:03

10d ago2:03

2:03

Did you know that the California constitution says that the only valid kind of marriage is between a man and woman? Ballot measure Proposition 3 aims to change this. Here is KCSB’s Ashley Lewis with an explanation of the ballot measure.Door KCSB News

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Understanding the Ballot: Prop. 6 2:25

10d ago2:25

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Should California end the practice of forced labor for prisoners? Ballot measure Proposition 6 argues that we should. Here is KCSB’s Ashley Lewis with an explanation of the ballot measure.Door KCSB News

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Why Outside Groups Are Spending Millions in California's U.S. House Races 17:29

10d ago17:29

17:29

Elections are no longer just a game between the candidates. We have seen this trend that outside groups, specifically political action committees (or PACs), have gradually become more involved in political elections and come to the forefront. KCSB's Lena Cen talks to CalMatters reporter Yue Stella Yu to learn more.…

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AFSCME Overwhelmingly Approves UC Workers Strike 1:37

12d ago1:37

1:37

AFSCME 3299 has received authorization from its service and healthcare workers to organize an unfair labor practice strike. Here’s KCSB’s Aidee Lopez with more on the subject.Door KCSB News

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Understanding the Ballot: Prop. 4 3:10

12d ago3:10

3:10

A new state ballot measure is set to boost funding for California climate change programs. KCSB's William Yang explains.Door KCSB News

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Understanding the Ballot: Prop. 5 1:42

12d ago1:42

1:42

Prop 5 may make it easier for local governments to borrow money for affordable housing and public infrastructure projects. KCSB's William Yang has the explanation.Door KCSB News

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Meet the Candidates: Cruzito Cruz for Santa Barbara City Council, District 1 9:14

12d ago9:14

9:14

The District 1 City Council race in Santa Barbara may be the most contentious within the city. Former democrat Alejandra Gutierrez is running to keep her spot; but Labor Organizer Wendy Santa Maria and Cruzito Cruz are both vying for it as well. For Cruzito Cruz, it isn't the first time he's run. Rosie Bultman spoke with Cruz to learn more about hi…

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Meet the Candidates: Oscar Gutierrez for Santa Barbara District 3 5:41

12d ago5:41

5:41

Oscar Gutierrez has served on the District 3 city council, and various legislative bodies, since 2018. He markets himself as an approachable and reachable man of the people, and is currently running for the SB City Council again. KCSB's Devon Szalva talks to him about his stance on homelessness, housing, and future policy.…

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Meet the Candidates: Monique Limon for State Senate 7:40

12d ago7:40

7:40

Monique Limon has been a California Public Servant since 2016, when she was elected to the state assembly. Since 2020, she has served in the State Senate where she is the chair of the Democratic Caucus. She also chairs the Senate Standing Committee on Banking and Financial Services, and the Senate Standing Committee on Human Services. Now, she seek…

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California Coastal Commission Issues Sable Oil Violations for Unpermitted Pipeline Work 8:59

17d ago8:59

8:59

Sable Offshore Oil company is in the process of attempting to restart Pipeline 901, off of the Gaviota Coast. In October, they were issued two violations by the California Coastal Commission for working on the pipeline without proper permits. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst spoke to Brady Bradshaw of the Center for Biological Diversity about the issue.…

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Meet the Candidates: Jennifer Smith for Goleta City Council, District 3 12:42

17d ago12:42

12:42

District 3 in Goleta covers the northwest part of the city; the majority of the district falls in the quadrant to the left of Glen Annie Road and above the 101 Highway. Two candidates are running to represent District 3 on the Goleta City Council: Jennifer Smith and Ethan Woodill. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to both candidates.…

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Meet the Candidates: Ethan Woodill for Goleta City Council, District 3 13:55

17d ago13:55

13:55

District 3 in Goleta covers the northwest part of the city; the majority of the district falls in the quadrant to the left of Glen Annie Road and above the 101 Highway. Two candidates are running to represent District 3 on the Goleta City Council: Jennifer Smith and Ethan Woodill. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to both candidates.…

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UCSB's Political Science Department Hosts Roundtable Discussing the 2024 Presidential Election 12:10

17d ago12:10

12:10

KCSB's Ashley Segat attented "The Choice of Our Lives-For Real" roundtable held by UCSB's Political Science Department, where Professors, Christopher Parker, Bruce Bimber, Alfredo Gonzalez,and Alison Brysk discussed the role of identity, polarization and media.Door KCSB News

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Understanding the Ballot: Measure H, Prop 33, and Prop 34 4:07

17d ago4:07

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Three proposals will be on Santa Barbara’s voting ballot this year, known as Measure H, Prop 33, and Prop 34. KCSB’s El Messerschmitt dives into what each of these propositions mean, as well as arguments for and against each measure.Door KCSB News

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The People's Program: Contested Elections in Mozambique 52:40

17d ago52:40

52:40

Over 11 people have been killed since Mozambique's contested elections that took place on October 9th. Rosie Bultman speaks with Mmabatho Mongae, data analyst at Good Governance Africa, to learn more about the political dispute.Door KCSB News

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Santa Barbara County Continues Homelessness Support With New SBACT Partnership 1:57

19d ago1:57

1:57

In a step toward addressing homelessness, the City of Santa Barbara has partnered with the Santa Barbara Alliance for Community Transformation (SBACT) in a newly awarded contract aimed at providing essential services for the unhoused. With a dedicated budget, SBACT will oversee critical outreach initiatives and the creation of a new Navigation Cent…

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Concert for Peace Interview 19:34

22d ago19:34

19:34

This weekend on October 27, UCSB's very own Middle East Ensemble will be performing in Carpinteria at the Alcazar Theater for the Concert for Peace. KCSB's Kelly Darroch sat down with the concert's organizer Larry Nimmer, and the ensemble's director, Professor Scott Marcus to discuss the upcoming event.…

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Burma Facing Worst Conditions Since 2017 3:57

22d ago3:57

3:57

Under Burma’s Military dictatorship, the country has seen unconscionable human rights violations. And for the Rohingya ethnic minority group, who have been facing genocide before the military coup in 2021, conditions have now reached their worst since 2017. KCSB's Rosie Bultman is joined by Tun Khin of the Burmese Rohingya Organization UK, to learn…

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Meet the Candidates: Sari Dominguez for California Assembly 10:36

23d ago10:36

10:36

Sari Dominguez is a “conservative, America First Republican” according to her campaign website. Not a career politician, Dominguez promises to advocate for "responsibility, common sense, morality, and accountability" if elected for office. KCSB's Rosie Bultman spoke with Sari Dominguez to learn more about her campaign for California Assembly.…

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Santa Barbara County Voter Information 2:05

23d ago2:05

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Election day is less than two weeks away, coming up on Tuesday, November 5th. And if you’re a registered voter in Santa Barbara County, you were mailed a ballot a few weeks ago. Here’s a guide on what to do with it from the Santa Barbara County Registrar of Voters.Door KCSB News

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Lawsuit Argues for UCs to Hire Undocumented Students 1:31

24d ago1:31

1:31

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s veto of a bill that would have allowed public universities to hire undocumented students lives on in a lawsuit in the California Court of Appeals. The petitioners seek to grant undocumented students eligibility to work. KCSB’S Ariana Coria discusses the policy.Door KCSB News

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AS Senate Establishes Jewish-Muslim Alliance Committee 9:02

24d ago9:02

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At their October 16th meeting, the AS Senate passed a resolution establishing a temporary Jewish-Muslim alliance committee. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to Senators Leah Khorsandi and Eemaan Wahidullah about the committee’s establishment and goals.Door KCSB News

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UCSB Police Department Discloses Its Military Equipment 9:35

24d ago9:35

9:35

Every year, the UCSB Police Department must report their inventory of military weapons and how they have been used. Then the Police Department must hold a well-publicized, conveniently located meeting for the public to discuss the report and ask questions. It happened last week, and in case you missed it, KCSB's Ray Briare brings us this.Click here…

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Meet the Candidates: Rick Foster for Mayor of Goleta 7:39

24d ago7:39

7:39

A trio of political outsiders frustrated by the way the city is managing a major road renovation in old town Goleta and other housing and infrastructure projects are running for office. As Noozhawk reports, three candidates have formed an alliance to replace the sitting mayor and two district council city council representatives. KCSB’s Robert Star…

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Meet the Candidates: Gregg Hart for California Assembly 7:18

24d ago7:18

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Gregg Hart has been serving as San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara County’s voice in the State Assembly since 2022. This past legislative session the Democrat authored or co-authored multiple bills pertaining to the environment, mental health, and more. KCSB's Rosie Bultman spoke with Gregg Hart to learn more about his continued campaign.…

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The People's Program: Is this a turning point for Burma’s genocidal dictatorship? 47:35

24d ago47:35

47:35

In this Episode of the People's Program, we investigate the ongoing genocide and brutal military dictatorship in Burma (aka. Myanmar). First, Rosie Bultman is joined by Tun Khin, head of the Burmese Rohingya Organization UK, to explain what the Rohingya genocide looks like and what people are are doing about it---and who needs to do more. Then, Ryf…

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UCSB's Glassbox Gallery Highlights MFA Student Work 6:48

26d ago6:48

6:48

UCSB’s Glassbox Gallery is a student-run exhibition room where UCSB students and faculty display their art. The latest, an exhibition featuring the work of UCSB’s new Masters of Fine Arts students. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has the story.Door KCSB News

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Increases in Violence Mean Increases in Profits for Meta 4:36

26d ago4:36

4:36

In the wake of violent events globally, Meta, the parent company of Facebook has been observed to experience increases in advertising revenue. KCSB’s Peyton Hutchinson has the story.Door KCSB News

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US Troops Arrive In Israel 1:47

26d ago1:47

1:47

In a rare move, the United States sends troops to Israel for the first time since the war on Gaza began. This was in response to Iran's missile attack on Israel on October 1st. Alice Dehghanzadeh with KCSB News has more.Door KCSB News

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AS Senate Passes New Financial Accountability Resolution 3:24

26d ago3:24

3:24

At their weekly meeting yesterday, the AS Senate passed a new resolution to support financial accountability relating to campus organizations who get their funding from student lock-in fees. KCSB’s Joyce Chi has more.Door KCSB News

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First President Pro Tempore Dan Siddiqui on "75th Senate Strategic Vision Plan" 12:57

26d ago12:57

12:57

KCSB's Ashley Segat interviews First President Pro Tempore Dan Siddiqui to break down parts of the 75th Senate Strategic Vision Plan, including the temporary Committee for Financial Transparency and Efficiency.Door KCSB News

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From Pastures To Pot: The Battle Of Local Enterprises 1:36

26d ago1:36

1:36

During Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, an appeal by Ed Seaman of Restoration Oaks Ranch to overturn the expansion of Sierra Botanicals' cannabis farm was rejected. Seaman expressed concerns about the potential negative impacts on his ranch and local businesses, citing issues like water overuse and crime, while Sierra Botanicals assured that…

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Inside IV: Santa Barbara Events Takeover 34:55

30d ago34:55

34:55

There's a lot of live entertainment taking place in Santa Barbara this weekend. So KCSB's Kelly Darroch takes over the show this week to feature conversations with producers of the Go to Hale 'Quips and Clips' show at the Lobero Theatre (Friday 10/19), Hale Milgrim and Richard Salzberg. Then, KCSB's Lena Cen speaks with Megan Birney Rudert, of Unit…

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'Unite to Light the Night' Events Set to Shine in Santa Barbara 15:01

30d ago15:01

15:01

The Community Arts Workshop (CAW) will be aglow in color, music and other sensory delights on October 18 and 19th, when Unite to Light's light art show, "Unite to Light the Night" returns for a third straight year. KCSB's Lena Cen spoke with Unite to Light's executive director, Megan Birney Rudert, and two participating artists, to learn more.…

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AFSCME 3299 Announces Strike Authorization Vote 14:17

1M ago14:17

14:17

AFSCME 3299 represents thousands of workers across the University of California. Yesterday, October 9th, they held a day of UC-wide rallies and informational pickets. Today, they announced plans to hold a strike authorization vote over alleged unfair labor practices. KCSB’s Joyce Chi has the latest.Door KCSB News

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UCSB SSI Holds Vigil to Honor Victims of October 7th Attacks 1:57

1M ago1:57

1:57

The UCSB chapter of Students Supporting Israel held a vigil to honor the victims of the October 7th attacks. KCSB’s Ashley Segat highlights a speech given by AS Off-Campus Senator Jasmine Amin during Monday's vigil.Door KCSB News

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Students for Justice in Palestine Holds October 7th Vigil for Victims of War on Gaza 3:59

1M ago3:59

3:59

Protests and demonstrations across the globe marked the one year anniversary of the October 7th attacks and the beginning of the War on Gaza. At UC Santa Barbara, Students for Justice in Palestine hosted a vigil on October 7th. KCSB’s Joyce Chi recaps it here.Door KCSB News

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Quilt Project Gold Coast Set to Host AIDS Memorial Walk 11:39

1M ago11:39

11:39

October is AIDS Awareness Month. Forty years after the height of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, advocates continue to educate the public and memorialize those lost. This includes Keith Coffman-Grey of Quilt Project Gold Coast, who talked to KCSB’s Joyce Chi about their upcoming memorial walk on October 12th.Photo credit: Courtesy…

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Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall 2:00

1M ago2:00

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KCSB's Aidee Lopez tells us how Floridians are hastily preparing for the worst, as well as the different responses to Hurricane Milton from residents and officials alike.Door KCSB News

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