Opinions run rampant on social media, yet they all seem to have homogenized, usually creating two sides with little in-between. Trying to have deeper discussions about these medias gets harder and harder, as everything feels like a regurgitation of the same thing. The chair for UCI's English Department, Dr. Alexander, has lots of thoughts on how media literacy has changed, and the importance it still has in our lives.

Recorded by Alexandria Robertson

Edited by Samantha Chen

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This week, news intern Grace delves into the rollickin' world of Southern California's line dancing scene.

Reported by Grace de Leon

Edited by Sean Watanabe

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This year, the Winter Olympic Games are hosted in Milano-Cortina, Italy — a familiar fan-favorite for audiences around the world. And who better to display this excitement for the sports? The American people. But what exactly is behind America’s patriotism for their Olympic athletes? And how much of a role do politics play in either contributing to, or being quelled by, this excitement?

Music credit goes to John Williams for “Olympic Fanfare”

Reported by Melani Cabudol with guest and fellow KUCI news intern Tvisha Yerramalli

This week on the Pub, join Neha and Amanda as they talk all things Valentine's Day! From the decline in rom-com production to love languages to controversial takes, hear their thoughts on Valentine’s this year. 

Recorded by Neha Ayyer and Amanda Keza.

Eva, a third-year student and president of Delta Gamma, shares how taking a chance on joining a sorority led her to step into leadership, build confidence, and inspire other women to find their voice.

Reported by Kayla Colon

Edited by Ella Wu

Exploring the double standard of masking policies at protests as well as a historical look into other major events where people concealed their identities. Interview with Alabama Political Reporter, Jacob Holmes.

Recorded by Tvisha Yerramalli

Edited by Christian Chung

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On this week's episode of The Pub, Neha and Amanda discuss Reality TV and the roles it plays in our lives and in pop culture.

Recorded by Neha Ayyer and Amanda Keza.

An exhibit paints a thousand words — as well as years and years of uncomfortable history. Following the removal of informational panels about the history of slavery at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park, constituents and officials alike have surfaced their disapproval regarding this change, leading to public upheaval and legal battles in its wake. The recurring question remains: How much can Americans take when it comes to the sheltering of information by their government?

Music credit for this rendition of “Nobody Knows the Trouble I See” goes to artists Rachel Barton Pine and Matthew Hagle, with composition by Maud Powell and J. Rosamond Johnson.

Reported by Melani Cabudol

On December 21, 2025, 60 Minutes pulled their story, “Inside CECOT”, from the programming just one day before it was set to air. It was a harrowing account of the conditions in the El Salvadorian prison where alleged Venezuelan gang members were detained. Now, nearly a month later, the segment was released to the public, much to the scrutiny of Americans who became aware of the network’s suspected allegiance to the Trump administration. Can this incident be merely passed off as a broadcast precaution? Or does it provide some shocking hints toward the suggestion of media censorship?

Credit for details, information, and quotes in this segment: 60 minutes, PBS news, CNN, and BBC news

Reported by Melani Cabudol

News intern Grace sets out on Orange County to uncover the shroud of mystery surrounding psychics.

Reported by Grace de Leon