In this episode of The Valley Before It All, host Elizabeth Santana‑Zavala talks with Crystal Jackson, a historian, filmmaker, and author. Together, they explore Pacoima’s history, diving into how the city was founded and why Jackson is passionate about highlighting the history of the Valley.

On “Dissecting the Anatomy of Live Music,” host Joy Mellk shines a light on the DIY scene alongside Brooke Flemming, DIY show host and organizer. They discuss her discovery of the scene itself, her contributions to the scene through the shows she’s organized and her perspective on the significance of the scene in an ever-growing world of concerts run by corporate entertainment giants.

On “Dissecting the Anatomy of Live Music,” host Joy Mellk looks into the realm of student-organized campus concerts alongside UCSB concert coordinator Nate Dolan and concert assistant Sophia Aguilar. They discuss their entries into the campus Associated Student Program Board (ASPB), their duties in organizing the campus concerts and their wishes to branch their experience out into the real world post-graduation.

In this episode, host Emina Balak is joined by David Joseph, a former software engineer turned certified hypnotherapist and the founder of Thrival, a platform that helps people move from survival mode into a more intentional way of living.

Together, they explore how technology can be used to support mental well-being, unpack the real impact of meditation and hypnosis, and share simple, practical tools students can use to stay calm, focused, and balanced in a fast-paced world.

In this episode of “The Valley Before It All," host Elizabeth Santana‑Zavala talks with Evan Lovett, the founder of “L.A. in a Minute." Together they explore his love for Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, the rich history that inspires his work, what motivated him to create his quick online shorts and some of his favorite stories to tell about the region’s past.

First distance, the pandemic, and then a permanent goodbye. In this episode of "Invisible Loss," host Tanaya Rogers lets Monica Lee talk us through the layered grief journey of losing her mother twice. Have a tissue ready.

On this episode of "Hidden Positions in the Cinema Industry," host Morteza Gheidi talks to screenwriter, producer and actor Stephen Cyprus Sepher about his process as a writer and the ups and downs of the film industry.

On this episode of "Hidden Positions in the Cinema Industry," host Morteza Gheidi has a conversation with stunt performer and coordinator Mahsa Ahmadi about the highs and lows of her high-octane job.

On this episode of "Beyond the Border: Women’s Journeys in Los Angeles," host Azadeh Ghochagh welcomes Iranian actress and life coach Anousha as she talks about the journey to establishing herself as a performer in LA and her experiences as an immigrant.

On this episode of "Beyond the Border: Women’s Journeys in Los Angeles," host Azadeh Ghochagh speaks to Argentinian dancer and choreographer Belen Martinez about the challenges and experiences she has had as an immigrant in LA.