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The State Hornet PodcastSac State ASI election yields low voter turnout, two vacant positions : THE STATE HORNET PODCASTOn this episode of The State Hornet Podcast, deputy podcast editor Nijzel Dotson and news staff writer Tyra Green discuss the results of Sacramento State Associated Students Inc. elections including the vacant director seats for the College of Arts and Letters and College of Business Administration. Green also talks about her experience writing a recent story about student mothers at Sac State. Dotson wraps up the podcast with the KSSU 30th anniversary celebration and shouts out recent episodes from some of the other podcasts on The State Hornet. 2022-04-0906 min

The State Hornet PodcastHow to vote in ASI elections, State Hornet diversity audit and more: STATE HORNET PODCASTOn the most recent episode of The State Hornet Podcast, deputy podcast editor Nijzel Dotson interviews news staffer Casey Rafter about the upcoming Sacramento State Associated Students Inc. elections on April 6. Rafter explains how students can vote, what ASI positions are up for grabs and how much ASI board members are paid. Dotson also gives a brief rundown of State Hornet Women’s History Month coverage, increasing California gas prices and The State Hornet’s mid-semester diversity audit. Music: Acid Jazz by Kevin Macleod Show No...2022-04-0406 min $Keys \'N D Minor$ Keys 'N D MinorDoja and The Weeknd tour, festivals vs. concerts and love song 101 (Ft. Nataya Rule and Marin Perego): KEYS ‘N D MINOR PODCASTOn this episode of “Keys ‘n D Minor”, Keyshawn and Nijzel talk to Sacramento singer Nataya Rule about her 2020 album “True Love”, her recent single “More Rounds” and what new music she has on the way. They also talk to The State Hornet’s arts and entertainment editor Marin Perego about The Weeknd and Doja Cat’s upcoming tour and exchange personal concert experiences.2022-03-2542 min $Keys \'N D Minor$ Keys 'N D MinorDoja and The Weeknd tour, festivals vs. concerts and love song 101 (Ft. Nataya Rule and Marin Perego): KEYS ‘N D MINOR PODCASTOn this episode of “Keys ‘n D Minor”, Keyshawn and Nijzel talk to Sacramento singer Nataya Rule about her 2020 album “True Love”, her recent single “More Rounds” and what new music she has on the way. They also talk to The State Hornet’s arts and entertainment editor Marin Perego about The Weeknd and Doja Cat’s upcoming tour and exchange personal concert experiences.2022-03-2542 min $Keys \'N D Minor$ Keys 'N D MinorThe good, the bad and the Kanye (Ft. DonKingdom): KEYS ‘N D MINOR PODCASTKey and Nij talk about all things related to Kanye West—The release of Donda 2 and how it compares to Donda, the exclusive release of Donda 2 on the new music device the Stem Player, and the first two episodes of the new Netflix Kanye documentary “Jeen-Yuhs”. Later special guest Sacramento rapper DonKingdom talks about his early life and his music. Music (In order of appearance): She’s Gone by Free Hip Hop Beats Hurricane by Kanye West (feat. Lil Baby and The Weeknd) Praise God by Kanye West (feat. Travis Scott and Baby Keem) Through The Wire by Kanye West Porch by...2022-03-0337 min $Keys \'N D Minor$ Keys 'N D MinorThe good, the bad and the Kanye (Ft. DonKingdom): KEYS ‘N D MINOR PODCASTKey and Nij talk about all things related to Kanye West—The release of Donda 2 and how it compares to Donda, the exclusive release of Donda 2 on the new music device the Stem Player, and the first two episodes of the new Netflix Kanye documentary “Jeen-Yuhs”. Later special guest Sacramento rapper DonKingdom talks about his early life and his music. Music (In order of appearance): She’s Gone by Free Hip Hop Beats Hurricane by Kanye West (feat. Lil Baby and The Weeknd) Praise God by Kanye West (feat. Travis Scott and Baby Keem) Through The Wire by Kanye West Porch by...2022-03-0337 min

The State Hornet PodcastStudents struggle to get USPS at-home test kits, commencement updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCASTDeputy podcast editor Nijzel Dotson breaks down the latest headlines from the newsroom on the newest episode of The State Hornet Podcast.Major headlines for this week include Sac State students living on campus being unable to obtain free at-home COVID-19 testing kits from USPS, a preview for the 30th annual Sacramento/Black Art of Dance show, updates on 2022 commencement ceremonies and more.Music: Acid Jazz by Kevin Macleod Show Notes:Sac State students living on-campus unable to order free USPS at-home t...2022-02-2503 min $Keys \'N D Minor$ Keys 'N D MinorNicki and Lil Baby heat check, the problem with Dreamville and more (Ft. Prince Washington): KEYS ‘N D MINOROn the second episode of Keys ‘n D Minor, deputy podcast editor Nijzel Dotson and diversity, equity and inclusion editor Keyshawn Davis talk with Sacramento State defensive back Prince Washington about how his environment growing up and career as an athlete has impacted his musical career. The co-hosts also discuss recent singles from Nicki Minaj and Lil Baby, explain the issues with J Cole’s label, Dreamville, and speculate what artists might be dropping albums this year. Music (In order of appearance): She’s gone by Free Hip Hop Beats Bussin ft. Lil Baby by Nicki Minaj Johnny P’s Caddy ft...2022-02-1744 min $Keys \'N D Minor$ Keys 'N D MinorNicki and Lil Baby heat check, the problem with Dreamville and more (Ft. Prince Washington): KEYS ‘N D MINOROn the second episode of Keys ‘n D Minor, deputy podcast editor Nijzel Dotson and diversity, equity and inclusion editor Keyshawn Davis talk with Sacramento State defensive back Prince Washington about how his environment growing up and career as an athlete has impacted his musical career. The co-hosts also discuss recent singles from Nicki Minaj and Lil Baby, explain the issues with J Cole’s label, Dreamville, and speculate what artists might be dropping albums this year. Music (In order of appearance): She’s gone by Free Hip Hop Beats Bussin ft. Lil Baby by Nicki Minaj Johnny P’s Caddy ft...2022-02-1744 min

The State Hornet PodcastAnti-racism Convocation, APIDA webinar and more: STATE HORNET PODCASTNews editor Tony Rodriguez joins deputy podcast editor Nijzel Dotson on this episode of The State Hornet Podcast to talk about his experience attending Sacramento State’s virtual Anti-racism Convocation. Other major stories include: a recent webinar for APIDA students to talk about harmful stereotypes against them, a new student-created networking app and a podcast interview with a Sac State professor about the improvements the university needs to make as a Hispanic Serving Institution. Music: Acid Jazz by Kevin Macleod Show Notes:Sac S...2022-02-1508 min

The State Hornet PodcastUpcoming Black History Month events (Ft. BSU President Kameya Turner): STATE HORNET PODCASTThe first episode of The State Hornet Podcast during Black History Month is co-hosted by deputy podcast editor Nijzel Dotson and Sacramento State Black Student Union president Kameya Turner. Turner gives the details on upcoming BSU events for Black History Month such as “Welcome Black”, movie nights and a forum about the challenges of being a Black student at a predominantly white institution.Music: Acid Jazz by Kevin Macleod 2022-02-0403 min $Keys \'N D Minor$ Keys 'N D Minor“Mid” albums, local artists and streaming bewilderment (Ft. Camilla Covington): KEYS ‘N D MINORDiversity, Equity and Inclusion editor Keyshawn Davis and Deputy Podcast editor Nijzel Dotson are here with their new music podcast: Keys ‘n D Minor. On the show’s first episode, the two debate the quality of The Weeknd and Gunna’s most recent projects, which both released on the same day, and then compare Roddy Ricch and Cordae’s sophomore albums Finally, they interview Sacramento musician Camilla Covington about her musical inspirations and the recording process of her 2021 EP ‘’Love Letters and Prophecies’’. Music (in order of appearance): "She’s Gone" by Free Hip Hop Beats (https://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeats/shes-gone?si=b1612...2022-02-0344 min $Keys \'N D Minor$ Keys 'N D Minor“Mid” albums, local artists and streaming bewilderment (Ft. Camilla Covington): KEYS ‘N D MINORDiversity, Equity and Inclusion editor Keyshawn Davis and Deputy Podcast editor Nijzel Dotson are here with their new music podcast: Keys ‘n D Minor. On the show’s first episode, the two debate the quality of The Weeknd and Gunna’s most recent projects, which both released on the same day, and then compare Roddy Ricch and Cordae’s sophomore albums Finally, they interview Sacramento musician Camilla Covington about her musical inspirations and the recording process of her 2021 EP ‘’Love Letters and Prophecies’’. Music (in order of appearance): "She’s Gone" by Free Hip Hop Beats (https://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeats/shes-gone?si=b1612...2022-02-0344 min

The State Hornet PodcastReturn to virtual learning, mandatory booster shots and more: STATE HORNET PODCASTDeputy podcast editor Nijzel Dotson hosts this spring’s opening episode of The State Hornet Podcast and rounds up the biggest news stories from the winter break.This week’s major highlights include a recap of President Robert Nelsen’s Spring 2022 address, the campus returning to mostly virtual learning for the first two weeks of the semester, the new COVID-19 vaccine booster mandate, and the 7th annual Reclaim MLK parade.Music: Acid Jazz by Kevin MacLeodShow Notes:Nelsen’s 2022 Spring Address: Anti-Rac...2022-01-2502 min

The State Hornet PodcastProvost departs Sac State, football team Big Sky champs and more: STATE HORNET PODCASTOn this week’s episode of The State Hornet Podcast, features managing editor Magaly Muñoz brings you the biggest stories you should know about Sacramento State and the Sacramento community.The biggest stories this week include President Nelsen’s announcement that provost Steve Perez will depart Sac State on Jan. 3, 2022, to fill in as interim president at San José State University, the football team being crowned Big Sky champs along with their second consecutive win against UC Davis, and Black faculty talking about their experiences of racism and their thoughts on the anti-racism plan at Sac State...2021-11-2304 min

The State Hornet PodcastFootball nears Big Sky title, police forum and more: STATE HORNET PODCASTManaging editor Nijzel Dotson hosts another episode of The State Hornet Podcast and brings you the stories you need to know entering week 13 of classes.This week’s major highlights include the football team inching closer to a second Big Sky Conference title, the police forum hosted by Chet Madison Jr. on Tuesday, a profile of native indigenous students on campus and an interview with former men’s basketball player Samaad Hector about mental health and his departure from the team because of it.Music: Acid Jazz by Kevin MacL...2021-11-1703 min

The State Hornet PodcastKatz retires, CSU chancellor visit, Native American Heritage Month and more: STATE HORNET PODCASTManaging editor Nijzel Dotson sits down to recap the biggest stories going into this week on the newest edition of The State Hornet Podcast.This week’s major highlights include men’s basketball head coach Brian Katz retiring just days before the start of the season, protests against visiting CSU chancellor Joseph Castro, the football team picking up its sixth straight win over the weekend and DEI editor Emma Hall’s testimonial to kick off Native American Heritage Month.Music: Acid Jazz by Kevin MacLeodShow Notes:S...2021-11-0903 min

The State Hornet PodcastSTATE HORNET SPECIAL: Reacting to how you voted in State Hornet March MadnessLast month, The State Hornet held a March Madness-style bracket on the most “bingeworthy” shows, and you all voted in droves to ultimately crown “Avatar: The Last Airbender” the championship, with “The Office” taking a close second. Now, the editors behind the bracket, arts & entertainment editor Nijzel Dotson and opinion editor Magaly Muñoz, discuss how the bracket came to be before bringing in copy editor and Editor-in-Chief-elect Jordan Parker, deputy copy editor Alex Muegge and opinion staffers Shelby Tolly and Bradley Hinkson to react to the results themselves. Which shows deserved better? Which shows deserved less? Listen below to find out! Mu...2021-04-2627 min

State Hornet: BuzzedSTATE HORNET BUZZED: The best and worst of a four-hour GrammysWho wore the best outfit? Who had the worst performance? Which awards were given to the wrong people? Which awards should have been televised but weren’t? Opinion editor Magaly Muñoz, arts & entertainment editor Nijzel Dotson, sports editor Ian Edwards and music writer Khalil Bourgoub react to the 2021 Grammys in this episode of our Buzzed podcast. Music: Celebration by Kevin MacLeod 2021-03-1728 min

State Hornet: BuzzedSTATE HORNET BUZZED: ‘WandaVision’ and the next MCU PhaseState Hornet: Buzzed is our now-weekly comedy chat variety podcast, and this week, podcast staffer Gavin Rock, opinion editor Magaly Muñoz, diversity & identity beat writer Estefany Nuñez and arts & entertainment editor Nijzel Dotson get together to talk about “WandaVision” and all things Marvel Cinematic Universe, such as their predictions for “Phase Four” of films. Spoilers for “WandaVision” and all previous MCU shows and films! Music: Impact Prelude by Kevin MacLeod 2021-03-1332 min

The State HornetBROOKE’S UHLENBOPS S1E10: What’s your favorite song?This week on Brooke’s UhlenBops, host Brooke Uhlenhop has put together a special episode featuring State Hornet staff members: Nijzel Dotson, Bradley Hinkson, Kayla Brown and Shiavon Chatman discussing their favorite songs and why they love them. Music: Lollipop by Alex Beroza 2020-05-0721 min

The State HornetBROOKE’S UHLENBOPS S1E9: Staffers’ Favorite Genres: Hip-HopOn this episode of Brooke’s UhlenBops, the format is changed up a bit as host Brooke Uhlenhop is joined by State Hornet staff writer Nijzel Dotson to give Dotson a chance to discuss one of his favorite genres that Brooke isn’t so familiar with, hip-hop. Music: Lollipop by Alex Beroza 2020-05-0232 min

The State HornetNEWS S2E3: The Black student experience at Sac StateThis week on The State Hornet News Podcast, diversity and identity beat reporter Kayleen Carter and staff writer Nijzel Dotson sit down with freshman criminal justice major Hannah Rowlett to discuss the Black student experience at Sac State in honor of Black History Month. Carter and Dotson are working on a feature story about the lives and times of Black students at Sac State, and asked Rowlett about some of the subjects their article covers. Music: Cover Affair by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)2020-02-0623 min

The State HornetSPORTS S2E2: Kobe Bryant inspired a generationThis week on The State Hornet Sports Podcast, sports editor Robyn Dobson sat down with State Hornet sports writer Nijzel Dotson, opinion writer Jordan Parker and Sacramento State junior and semi-pro basketball player Oku Best-Wilson to discuss what is likely the biggest story in sports of the year: the tragic passing of basketball legend Kobe Bryant. Dotson and Parker both wrote opinion pieces on Bryant’s passing, and Bes-Wilson was inspired to play basketball by Bryant. The three of them, along with Dobson, talked about their initial reactions to Bryant’s death, their favorite Bryant moments and how they should reme...2020-01-3018 min