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KQED's The California ReportHow Fresno Schools Are Helping Students Get Back On Their FeetFor many families experiencing homelessness, school can be a difficult hurdle to clear. Chronic absenteeism is higher, and graduation rates are lower among homeless students. But the Fresno Unified School District has been working to combat this problem. And the efforts appear to be working.
Reporter: Rachel Livinal/KVPR
Doctors at Adventist Health White Memorial Hospital in Los Angeles County say administrators are allowing federal immigration agents to interfere in medical decisions and block doctors from properly treating detained patients who need emergency care.
Reporter: Jill Replogle/LAist
2025-10-1010 min
Central Valley DailyOct. 7: How Fresno Unified Brought Down Homelessness Among StudentsOnly about 1% of Fresno County students were homeless in 2024. It was the lowest rate of homelessness among students for any county in the state. On today’s episode, KVPR’s Rachel Livinal brings us one family’s journey to find a home. Plus, the latest news headlines: A Fresno rabbi’s message on the Israel-Hamas War anniversary; and Foster Farms issues a major recall.
2025-10-0714 min
KQED's The California ReportState Looks To Hire Thousands Of Year-Round FirefightersWhat once was a fire season in California is now a fire year. As a result, the state is looking to combat increasing wildfires with funding for more year-round firefighters.
Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR
California voters approved a $10 billion climate bond measure, last November. We're now getting a sense of where the first round of Prop 4 money is going.
Reporter: Manola Secaira, CapRadio
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2025-09-3010 minCentral Valley DailySept. 26: California Wants More Year-Round Firefighters Fighting Wildfires. How Could This Benefit Them?Officials and experts agree there is no wildfire “season” anymore, only a wildfire year. So, lawmakers put money in the budget this year to transition seasonal firefighters into year-round positions. What could this mean for the firefighters and those they serve? On today’s episode of Central Valley Daily, KVPR’s Rachel Livinal takes this special report on how firefighters feel about the change. Plus, the latest news headlines: Bakersfield State Senator Shannon Grove reacts to the new law increasing Kern County oil production, and a new state law will notify students and parents if immigration officers enter a school campus.
2025-09-2613 min
KQED's The California ReportSanta Ana Police Called Out For Tactics Used During ProtestsIn the wake of George Floyd’s death and the protests that followed, California passed a law limiting the use of force against people exercising their First Amendment rights. An LAist investigation found that even when police departments appear to be breaking that law, the state doesn’t have a mechanism to actually enforce it.
Reporter: Yusra Farzan, LAist
Two companies with thousands of permits to drill oil wells in California merged on Monday, just two days after state lawmakers loosened environmental reviews for permits in Kern County.
Reporter: Julie Smal...
2025-09-1610 min
KQED's The California ReportCentral Valley Coffee Shop Training The Next BaristasClimate change and tariffs may be shaking up the coffee industry. But young people are still abuzz these days about specialty drinks like lattes and macchiatos. And a Merced coffee shop is even giving this industry a boost, by training more people to serve up the delicious drinks.
Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR
Federal prosecutors in Los Angeles have filed suit against Southern California Edison, over its alleged role in starting a pair of deadly wildfires.
Reporter: Dan Brekke, KQED
A bill that would have created career pathways for incarcerated firefighters was shelved by...
2025-09-0510 minCentral Valley DailySept. 3: This Craft Coffee Internship Is Preparing Students For More Than Just Fancy LattesMany students have internships, but what about one that teaches you the art of craft coffee industry from the inside? On today’s episode of Central Valley Daily, KVPR’s Rachel Livinal takes us behind the scenes of a Merced-based apprenticeship program for coffee connoisseurs. Plus, the latest news headlines: A federal judge rules against the Trump administration’s use of National Guard troops in Southern California; and the largest immigrant detention facility in California is now operating in Kern County.
2025-09-0314 minCentral Valley DailyJuly 28: How Does The Big Beautiful Bill Mix With Our Fragile Health System?President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes spending reforms on immigration, taxes and — most notably — healthcare. Billions of dollars will be cut from Medicare and Medicaid. KVPR’s Rachel Livinal discusses how these changes will impact healthcare in the San Joaquin Valley.
2025-07-2812 minCentral Valley DailyJune 30: How Doulas Are Filling A Critical Gap In Maternal HealthcareExpectant mothers in Mariposa County often have to drive close an hour to the nearest hospital. In this maternal healthcare desert, doulas are helping fill a critical need for families. KVPR’s Rachel Livinal brings us more on how this support system is growing in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
2025-06-3011 min
KQED's The California ReportIncreased ICE Raids Send Shock Waves Through Farm Worker CommunityMultiple federal immigration enforcement actions involving farm workers have taken place in recent days in multiple regions of California including those in Ventura, Kern, and Tulare counties. Workers are being detained without warning, at job sites and in the fields. U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff are calling these actions “unjustified and unconscionable,” warning they could tear families apart and destabilize the entire food supply chain.
Guest: Teresa Romero, President of United Farm Workers Union
Fresno County's Sheriff says he supports the use of the national guard in the Los Angeles protests. He’s...
2025-06-1211 minCentral Valley DailyMay 19: Students Living Under Cloud Of Uncertainty As Government Cracks Down On Visas, PermitsEarlier this year, a wave of international students suddenly had their visas and work permits revoked by the Trump Administration. This comes as the federal government cracks down on immigration enforcement more broadly. Students eventually gained their permits and visas back, but it left them feeling uncertain about their future. KVPR’s Rachel Livinal joins us to discuss the effect of these changes at places like UC Merced.
2025-05-1910 minCentral Valley DailyApr. 11: Inside A Secret, No-Phones-Allowed Comedy Show In MercedHave you ever been to a stand-up comedy show? How about one that’s at an unexpected place - like a laundromat or hair salon - and you only find out the address a few hours ahead of time? On today’s show, we’ll hear from KVPR reporter Rachel Livinal, who checked out a secret show in Merced. Plus, the latest news headlines: a Kern County fugitive is linked to the death of a Mexican police officer in Tijuana, and the city of Arvin plans for a special city council election.
2025-04-1113 minCentral Valley DailyApr. 2: Merced County Leaders Try To Calm Residents About Library Privatization ConcernsOfficials in Merced County say there are no plans to change how its libraries are operated. They are dispelling concerns by residents who organized in recent weeks around rumors that the libraries were being privatized. Today, we talk with reporter Rachel Livinal, who unpacks this story and tells us where the concerns stem from. Plus, the latest news headlines: Why a Fresno State professor is facing backlash, and a new federal bill seeks to increase the number of doctors in the Central Valley.
2025-04-0211 min
KQED's The California ReportCalifornians With Student Loan Debt Face Uncertain FuturePresident Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate the Department of Education. He also appears poised to make big changes to student loan programs. What could all this mean to people paying off their loans? Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPRA California non-profit is suing the Trump Administration over its decision to end humanitarian parole programs. This comes after the Trump administration announced Friday that it will end a program for some Latin American and Caribbean countries. Reporter: Madi Bolanos, The California Report
2025-03-2511 min
KQED's The California ReportImmigrant Rights Advocates Patrol Streets In Anticipation Of Possible RaidsChicago, Boston and Aurora, Colorado have all seen high profile raids by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement as part of President Trump’s promise of mass deportations. Immigrants rights activists in Los Angeles say it's only a matter of time before we see the same there. One group has taken the unusual step of patrolling the streets looking for ICE.Reporter: Frank Stoltze, LAistOfficials in the Tulare county city of Porterville are challenging a state law on pronouns. Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR...
2025-03-1811 min
KQED's The California ReportMadera County Community Rallies Around Unique "Landmark"American society often feels divided. But sometimes, even the most surprising things can bring us together. For a small Central Sierra Nevada community, residents recently found themselves rallying around an unlikely source. Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR Communities across California are waking up this morning to the damage left behind from Thursday's powerful storm system. The brunt of the damage was in Southern California.We'll learn on Friday the results of a strike vote by 20,000 University of California healthcare and other workers.
2025-02-1411 minCentral Valley DailyFeb. 3: In A Small Mountain Town, A Pile Of Dirt Becomes A Viral SensationWhat’s in a pile of dirt? For residents of the small Sierra Nevada community of Oakhurst, the answer is unity–and a little bit of mischief. On today’s show, KVPR reporter Rachel Livinal takes us to the town where a seemingly normal dirt mound became a viral sensation. We also hear what it inspired residents to do next. Plus, the latest news headlines, including the reason why some are taking part in a “day without immigrants,” and why normally dry rivers were flowing this past weekend in Tulare County.
2025-02-0312 min
KQED's The California ReportAudit Finds Public Universities Failing To Return Native American RemainsIn 1990, a federal law required universities to return Native American remains to their homes. Many institutions had been using them for research and display. But a recent state audit shows many universities have been breaking that law ever since.Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPRThe season for kissing under the mistletoe has arrived! While there’s no guarantee for holiday smooches, you can get a permit to harvest your own mistletoe this season.Reporter: Erin Stone, LAist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-12-1311 minCentral Valley DailyDec. 12: Despite Law, Many State Universities Still House Native American RemainsCalifornia universities are required to return Native American remains to their rightful tribes. However, a recent state audit shows many San Joaquin Valley universities still hold many of the items. KVPR's Rachel Livinal discusses her recent reporting on what is being done to get the remains and artifacts returned. Plus, the latest news headlines, including former Rep. TJ Cox's plans to plead guilty to financial crimes and a special election is set for Assembly District 32.
2024-12-1213 min
KQED's The California ReportYoung Voters Could Decide Key Central Valley Congressional RaceYoung voter turnout across the U.S. has historically been low. But this year, youth voter registration has surged. And that could make a difference in the Congressional District 13 race in northern San Joaquin Valley. Two years ago, Republican John Duarte beat Democrat Adam Gray by less than 600 votes. Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPRAnother demographic that could sway the vote in California’s 13th District is Latinas. They make up 1 in every 4 voters in the District, according to Lucete Latina, a Federal Political Action Committee.Guest: Roxana Pantoja, 19-year-old Merced resid...
2024-10-3111 minCentral Valley DailyOct. 29: They’ve Served Time In Prison. Does Kamala Harris Have Their Vote?Kamala Harris spent 13 years of her career as a county and state prosecutor before becoming a U.S. senator and eventually Vice President. But does her early work as a top cop impact the vote of former and currently incarcerated people? KVPR’s Rachel Livinal went looking for answers to this question and shares conversations she had with that voting bloc. Plus, the latest news headlines, including an investigation into Rep. John Duarte’s family business and new state regulations for electric motorcycles.
2024-10-2911 minCentral Valley DailyOct. 10: Can Young People Flip This Critical House Seat In California?In the northern San Joaquin Valley, Congressional District 13 is a toss-up this election, and has the potential to shape the makeup of Congress. KVPR’s Rachel Livinal reports from the district on how young people could be a deciding factor on whether the seat goes to a Republican or a Democrat.Plus, the latest news headlines, including, a scary plane landing in Bakersfield, and a valley fever bill goes to Congress.
2024-10-1012 min
KQED's The California ReportValley Students Work Towards College Degree While In High SchoolMore students in the San Joaquin Valley are graduating high school not just with a diploma, but also with an associate’s degree. Taking college classes while still in high school can help them finish college and accelerate their careers.Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR Women and people of color are still among the lowest-paid workers in California. That’s according to a new report released on International Equal Pay Day.Reporter: Farida Jhabvala Romero, KQED Five UC campuses are hoping to bolster their police forces with t...
2024-09-1911 min
KQED's The California ReportIn Wildfire Prone Community, Many Residents Have A Reason To StayAs a fast-moving fire broke out over the hills near the town of Mariposa earlier this month, residents rushed out of their homes. The French Fire started on the Fourth of July, and was the latest fire to hit so close to the town. And for residents, fire is becoming a part of life.Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR California Republicans are in Milwaukee this week for the Republican National Convention, just days after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Reporter: Marisa Lagos, KQED Learn mor...
2024-07-1511 min
KQED's The California ReportWill Voters Have Change Of Heart When It Comes To Tax For Improvements At Fresno StateFresno State calls itself the Central Valley’s university, but campus buildings and infrastructure are increasingly dilapidated. And twice now, Fresno County residents have voted down ballot measures that would have provided the university with more than a billion dollars for repairs and maintenance. Will voters ever change their mind?Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR Wildfires are burning up and down the state. In Sonoma County, crews are beginning to get a better handle on the Point Fire, which has burned more than 1,200 acres. And staff from around a dozen wineries in Sonoma Cou...
2024-06-1810 min
KQED's The California ReportFood Stamp Farmers Market Program Could Be On Chopping BlockA multi-billion dollar budget deficit in California is putting organizations across the state at risk. One program facing an uncertain future is Market Match. It works with EBT, or food stamps, to give recipients vouchers they can use at local farmers markets.Reporter: Ava Norgrove, North State Public RadioGovernor Gavin Newsom says he has a plan to deal with a staggering $27 billion state deficit next year --without cutting core services or raising taxes. Newsom says California is facing a $56 billion shortfall over the next two years. He wants lawmakers to approve a...
2024-05-1310 min
KQED's The California ReportRegulators Approve Fixed Charge For Utility BillsState regulators have approved a controversial proposal that will add a monthly charge of $24 to many Californian's electricity bills. But in exchange, utility customers should see reductions in charges per kilowatt hour of electricity used. As college campus protests continue over Israel's War in Gaza, students at UC Merced are asking the university to refrain from what they say is over-policing. Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPRIt’s finally warming up in California. As more bugs come out in the heat, so do bats to feed on them. And o...
2024-05-1010 min
PolicyWiseS4 E6: Climate EducationToday's Hosts: Elli AreProduction and Marketing: Jarrett Ramones, Tim Haydock, Kody Stoebig & Fatima Ramirez Editor: Rachel LivinalWhat does Climate education look like in California schools these days? Bluntly, there are no climate education mandates for For K-12 or for general education at public university.For most students environmental education doesn't become accessible until you get to college and really only if that's your chosen major. Enter California Assembly Bill 1939, which aims to address this deficiency in our education system. First introduced in 2022...
2024-01-1234 min
PolicyWiseS4 E5: Education in the Prison SystemToday's Hosts: Mehek KandruProduction and Marketing: Jarrett Ramones, Tim Haydock, Kody Stoebig & Fatima Ramirez Editor: Rachel LivinalToday on Policywise, Mehek dives into what the education system looks like for incarcerated individuals.We'd Love to Hear from You! Clink the link below to fill out a quick survey and let us know what you think!https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/QLVPBCTFollow us on social @policywisepod on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook! And don't forget to subscribe and rate us on iTunes. See...
2023-12-0111 min
PolicyWiseS4 E34: Bathrobe Chat– Is AB15O5 Wise?Today's Hosts: Demi Wack & Ellinor ArzbaecherProduction and Marketing: Jarrett Ramones, Tim Haydock, Kody Stoebig & Fatima Ramirez Editor: Rachel LivinalToday on Policywise Demi and Elli discuss Prop AB15O5 by Democratic Assembly member Patrick O'Donell from Long Beach CA. In 2019 California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB15O5 into law and rewriting the state's charter school lawsWe'd Love to Hear from You! Clink the link below to fill out a quick survey and let us know what you think!https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r...
2023-11-1747 min
PolicyWiseS4 E3: The State of U.S. ChildcareToday's Hosts: Demi WackProduction and Marketing: Jarrett Ramones, Tim Haydock, Kody Stoebig & Fatima Ramirez Editor: Rachel LivinalWhenever you're ready. Hello everyone, and welcome to our next episode of Policy-Wise. I am really thrilled today to be joined by Cindy Loff, the director of the National Childcare Association. Today, we'll be talking a little bit about the state of childcare in the United States, learning what the current status is of childcare, what are some of the efforts being made, and what are some of the problems that we...
2023-11-0345 min
KQED's The California ReportCalifornia’s Reparations Effort for Forced Sterilizations CriticizedThe end of this year will mark the end of California’s historic program to pay reparations to survivors of state sponsored sterilization. There are an estimated 600 living survivors. But 70% of the applications for reparations that have been received, have been rejected.Guest: Cayla Mihalovich, Reporter with the Investigative Reporting Program at the UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism In Fresno, the union representing teachers and the public school district have reached a deal for a new contract. That averts a strike that was scheduled to begin on Wednesday.Reporter: Rache...
2023-11-0110 min
KQED's The California ReportLA County Neighborhood Keeps Things Spooky Year-RoundHalloween is coming up. For many people it’s just one evening of trick or treating and frightening fun. But in one LA County neighborhood ,there’s a two-block stretch known as “horror row.” It draws people looking to keep things spine-tingling year round.Reporter: Megan Jamerson, KCRWAs Fresno Unified teachers prepare to strike next week, they have support from an unlikely source - substitute teachers who are supposed to take their place. The union representing Fresno area substitute teachers voted not to cross the picket line. Reporter: Rachel Livinal...
2023-10-2710 min
PolicyWiseS4 E2: The Fresno Teacher's Association[UPDATE: this episode was recorded on May 26 2023 before the FTA strike began. For updates on the strike follow @FresnoTeachersAsaociation]Today we'll be hearing from McLane high school teacher and Fresno Teachers Association President Manuel Bonilla and self-proclaimed troublemaker Louis Jamerson the Executive Director of the Fresno Teachers Association. Together these two are bringing big perspectives and power positions from the FTA.Today's Hosts: Demi Wack, Mehek Kandru & Ellinor ArzbaecherProduction and Marketing: Jarrett Ramones, Tim Haydock, Kody Stoebig & Fatima Ramirez Editor: Rachel LivinalWe'd...
2023-10-2041 min
PolicyWiseSeason 4! Welcome back PolicyWise!It is so good to be back! For our final season, we’ll be switching things up. As always we'll be speaking with people who are experts in their fields, policymakers, and everyday people who are making a difference in their communities, but we’ll also each be taking the opportunity to do deep dives into the areas that interest us the most. Join our hosts Elli, Mehek and Demi as they explore the policy areas that interest them most as they continue their journey to discover what makes a Policy Wise?Today's Hosts: Demi Wack...
2023-10-0634 min
Art 2 HeartA2H #17 | Following Butterflies and Chasing Your Dreams with Rachel LivinalRachel Livinal is a recent graduate at Cal State Long Beach with a BA in Journalism. She just started her position as a higher education radio reporter for KVPR (Valley Public Radio) at the end of this month.Rachel has also been a poet since she was 16, and she is 21 now. It started with sonnets, but quickly developed into this odd freeverse that consists of near rhymes and very loose patterns of rhyme. She grew up in a writing family and was deeply influenced by her grandpa, who still writes poetry today. She uses poetry to free...
2023-07-311h 11
DIG PodcastsPOV EP5: JealousyHey, this is Rachel Livinal, one of your co-hosts on POV So I have something to confess. I’m graduating in May. I, with many others, will not be walking the stage or hearing my name called at graduation. But, I’m not upset really about the whole walking thing, because everyone does that. What I’m really upset about, if I’m being honest, is to be called with the honors after my name. You know, the “summa cum laude?” Pretentious I know. But I just wanted to be… special. This episode, we're going to talk about jealousy.
2023-05-0911 min
DIG PodcastsPOV EP1: Pop CultureLeg warmers, low-waisted jeans, neutral colors, puffy jackets. We recorded this episode in the fall. Those were the fashion items that lined the walls of Pacsun, stormed the front web page of Fashion Nova. Now, those things may not be in. No one may be wearing them. So, were those things ever popular? Did they ever really have significance?
This is POV, a podcast that defines the human experience, but here, at Cal State Long Beach.
Brought to you by your hosts: Rachel Livinal and Morgan Barela.
2023-04-1110 min
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DIG PodcastsSpotlight E5 - The Life of Steven OsunaFor months, the media has emblazoned the name of Department of Sociology associate professor Steven Osuna on the headlines, fixating on his May 25th altercation with the CSULB University Police. Attention has since died down, but one question still remains: Who is Steven Osuna, the person behind the story? Host Rachel Livinal sits down with him to talk about his childhood in Echo Park, his journey into academia, and his passion for incorporating the process of learning into everything he does.
2022-11-2211 min
DIG PodcastsSpotlight E5 - The Life of Steven OsunaFor months, the media has emblazoned the name of Department of Sociology associate professor Steven Osuna on the headlines, fixating on his May 25th altercation with the CSULB University Police. Attention has since died down, but one question still remains: Who is Steven Osuna, the person behind the story? Host Rachel Livinal sits down with him to talk about his childhood in Echo Park, his journey into academia, and his passion for incorporating the process of learning into everything he does.
2022-11-1811 min
2022-09-2702 min
COVID-18Episode 12: Merced's Dating During the PandemicHost and reporter: Rachel Livinal, We'Ced Youth MediaInterviewees:Dallas WebsterYadira Balderas
2021-07-0211 minCOVID-18Episode 11: Drifting Smoke in the BayReporter: Andrea Gil, Youth Leadership Institute, San Mateo County Tobacco Education Interviewees:Monica Pahulu, Taulama for Tongans, Tobacco Education Coalition Aniya Majors, Grambling State University, Ambassador at The Truth Initiative, Bay Area community Health Advisory Credit to news source taken from News4JAX
2021-06-2512 minCOVID-18Episode 10: Pomona: A Year in ReflectionHosts and Narrators:Samantha Zavala-Angulo, Pomona Students UnionJonathan Alvarado, Pomona Students UnionEditor:Samantha Gutierrez, Pomona Students Union
2021-06-1814 minCOVID-18Episode 9: ECV Honor the Fear, Normality is NearInterviewees:Daphne Ramirez, Que Madre Kobe Sanders, CVHS Alum, UCLADr. Brenda Ross, Perinatologist, UCR Health Reporter:Vianey Alguin, Que Madre
2021-06-1111 minCOVID-18Episode 8: The Dawn of Fresno's Youth LeadersReporter: Ishan Singh, The KNOW Fresno Interviewees: Debbie Hawkins - Leadership teacher and Campus Culture Director, Sunnyside High SchoolKimiya Attar - University High School, president of Fresno's GENUP chapter
2021-06-0411 minCOVID-18Episode 7: Unusual Remote Relaxation in Long BeachReporter: Yesenia Pacheco, Voice Waves Long Beach Interviewee: Nereida Nieto
2021-05-2808 minCOVID-18Episode 6: The Pomona Experience: Teacher vs. StudentInterviewees:Miguel Coronado, Pomona High SchoolFernanda Fausto, UC Berkeley Hailey Bickett, Bonita High SchoolReporters:Angela Coronado, Gente OrganizadaSamantha Zavala-Angulo, Gente Organizada
2021-05-2109 minCOVID-18Episode 5: Merced, Can You Hear?Reporter: Rachel Livinal, We'Ced Youth MediaInterviewee: Lyric Adam, Merced College
2021-05-1408 minCOVID-18Episode 4: Zoomin' in the BayReporters:Mikayla Wong, YLI San MateoMk Munoz, YLI San Mateo Xitlalli Pineda, YLI Marin Interviewees:Mikayla Wong, YLIMk Munoz, YLI
2021-05-0707 minCOVID-18Episode 3: The Fruit of Labor in the Coachella ValleyReporter:Vianey Holguin, Que Madre CoachellaInterviewees:German ChavezFelipa Saldivar
2021-04-2309 minCOVID-18Episode 2: Protests and Safety Precautions in Long BeachReporter: Yesenia Pacheco, Voice Waves Long BeachInterviewee: Elijah Grey
2021-04-1607 minCOVID-18Episode 1: Fresno's Lack of LeadershipReporter: Ishan Singh, The KNOW Fresno Interviewee: Roan Gordon, University High School
2021-04-0909 min
COVID-18Covid-18 Season 2 TrailerReporters in order of appearance:Mikayla Wong, YLI Bay AreaMk Munoz, YLI Bay AreaYesenia Pacheco, Voice Waves Long BeachVianey Alguin, Que Madre Coachella Valley Ishan Singh, The KNOW FresnoAngela Coronado, El Gente Pomona
2021-04-0802 minCOVID-18Episode 10: GraduationSeniors in order of appearance:Pete Garcia, El Capitan High SchoolAkina Westmoreland, Buhach Colony High SchoolEvren Ayik, Merced High SchoolRolando Guillen, El Capitan High SchoolAngelina Giron, El Capitan High SchoolJenasis Yarrell, El Capitan High School Melanie Lemus, El Capitan High SchoolLyrical Adam, El Capitan High SchoolAmbient sound in the beginning is David Chen, graduate of Merced High SchoolSpecial Thanks to Mary Schindler from YLI for giving outstanding feedback and suggestions on each episode. Follow @wecedyouth on Instagram fo...
2020-07-3110 minCOVID-18Episode 9: MerdeadSeniors in order of appearance:Angelina Giron, El Capitan High SchoolChristina Rhaburn, El Capitan High School Lyrical Adam, El Capitan High SchoolEvren Ayik, Merced High SchoolAliyah Moreno, El Capitan High SchoolRolando Guillen, El Capitan High SchoolPete Garcia, El Capitan High SchoolInstagram for We'Ced Youth Media: @wecedyouth
2020-07-2410 minCOVID-18Episode 8: BalanceSeniors in order of appearance:Christina Rhaburn, El Capitan High SchoolPete Garcia, El Capitan High SchoolLyrical Adam, El Capitan High SchoolSpecial Thanks to Ron Hoffart, School Psychologist from MUHSDInstagram for We'Ced Youth Media: @wecedyouth
2020-07-1709 minCOVID-18Episode 7: RelationshipsSeniors in order of appearance:Melanie Lemus, El Capitan High SchoolAliyah Moreno, El Capitan High SchoolJenasis Yarrell, El Capitan High SchoolSpecial Thanks to Ron Hoffart, School Psychologist for the Merced Union High School District
2020-07-1009 minCOVID-18Episode 6: StagesSeniors in order of appearance: Aliyah Moreno, El Capitan High SchoolRolando Guillen, El Capitan High SchoolAngelina Giron, El Capitan High SchoolEvren Ayik, Merced High School Special guest: Erin Hamm, a board member for the MUHSD School Board The clip, in the beginning, is Superintendent Peterson in his Special Message to the Class of 2020 video from the MUHSD YouTube channel
2020-07-0309 minCOVID-18Episode 5: EarthSeniors in order of appearance: Akina Westmoreland, Buhach Colony High School, Vincent Arroyo, Merced High School, Pete Garcia, El Capitan High School, Rolando Guillen, El Capitan High School, Lyrical Adam, El Capitan High School. Podcast featured is called Two Bottoms, One Podcast and is available on Soundcloud.
2020-06-2607 min
COVID-18Episode 4: EducationSeniors in order of appearance:Jenasis Yarell, El Capitan High SchoolPete Garcia, El Capitan High SchoolAngelina Giron, El Capitan High SchoolLyrical Adam, El Capitan High SchoolVoicemail, in the beginning, was Mr. Shaw, El Capitan's school principal
2020-06-1909 min
COVID-18Special Episode: JusticeSeniors and guests in order of appearance:Pete Garcia, El Capitan High SchoolAliyah Moreno, El Capitan High SchoolRolando Guillen, El Capitan High SchoolAkina Westmoreland, Buhach Colony High SchoolZaynah Wali, El Capitan High SchoolMelanie Lemus, El Capitan High School
2020-06-1710 min
COVID-18Episode 3: TragedyIn the third week of quarantine, tragedies take over. Not only is the weather posing a whole new threat for mental health, but with the news of the week, things are reaching a tipping point of sadness. Teenage suicide becomes all too personal, as well as the count of deaths from the coronavirus rising. Seniors share their thoughts and connections to these stories. Seniors in order of Appearance:Akina Westmoreland from Buhach Colony High School, Melanie Lemus from El Capitan High School, Christina Rhaburn from El Capitan High School, ...
2020-05-2908 min
COVID-18Episode 2: CancelledThe second week of quarantine poses a whole new realization for seniors: school in person is out. For good. Seniors prepare for the uncertainty of the next few months, sharing their thoughts and concerns on the remainder of their senior year. Seniors and guests in order of appearance: Aliyah Moreno from El Capitan High School, Melanie Lemus from El Capitan High School, Lyrical Adam from El Capitan High School, Akina Westmoreland from Buhach Colony High School, Vincent Arroyo from Merced High School, Alan Peterson...
2020-05-2209 min
COVID-18Episode 1: RoutinesSeniors navigate their first week of quarantine: sharing their new routines, living conditions, connection to social media, and mental health. Seniors featured in order of appearance:Steven Rice from El Capitan High School, Angelina Giron from El Capitan High School, Rolando Guillen from El Capitan High School, Christina Rhaburn from El Capitan High School, Evren Ayik from Merced High School, Melanie Lemus from El Capitan High School, Lyrical Adam from El Capitan High School
2020-05-1510 minCOVID-18COVID-18 TrailerCheck out what's ahead in COVID-18 a new podcast by high school senior Rachel Livinal from We'Ced Youth Media a proud program of Youth Leadership Institute.
2020-05-0801 min