The News Cycle

The Davis Senior High School's Blue Devil Hub produces this weekly show for the Davis community. The show dives into issues relevant to students and residents. In addition to KDRT, you can find the show at bluedevilhub.com.

Live Monday 5-5:30pm
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Volunteers Make it Happen

Today, The News Cycle is all about volunteering, especially with grad night coming up next week on June 12th. We have a conversation with volunteer Jen Perkins about her involvement in the event. Then, Eloise Tobey and Athena Kreylos cover more volunteering in the community. Hosted and produced by Maya Davis. Packages by Eloise Tobey and Athena Kreylos. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez.

Alternative Paths and Lasting Memorials

Today, The News Cycle explores different paths and forms of remembrance. Maggie Lubell speaks with hairstylist Noel Willingmyer about cosmetology school as an alternative to college and the opportunities available in the beauty industry. Then, Delphine McNeil covers a COVID-19 memorial in the Davis Cemetery. Finally, Jason Lin reports on Natalie’s Corner, a memorial in Central Park that honors a community member through art and water features.

Hosted and produced by Maggie Lubell. Packages by Delphine McNeil and Jason Lin. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez.

The Creative Voices of Davis

Today, The News Cycle is all about local authors and creative writing in Davis. We have a conversation with a local author, Meera Ekkanath Klein. Then, Elek Hays-Bolgar explores local poetry nights in Davis, and Parker Leno talks about Avid Reader special events. Hosted and produced by Maya Davis. Packages by Elek Hays-Bolgar and Parker Leno. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez.

Living on the Edge

Today, The News Cycle examines how the Davis community is responding to the challenges of homelessness and food insecurity. We speak with Liane Moody about the high local cost of living and senior vulnerability. Isla Robertson reports on the Heart of Davis safe parking program for unhoused individuals living in their vehicles, while Lucy Spang takes us inside Davis Community Meals' weekly food distribution program. Hosted and produced by Godolias Mesfin. Packages by Isla Robertson and Lucy Spang. Music by Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez/

UC Davis Balances Community Outreach and Budget Cuts

Today The News Cycle focuses on how UC Davis continues to serve the public through agricultural programs while facing federal funding cuts. We have a conversation with Albert Liu from the UC Davis Office of Research. Then, Magdalena Knettle covers a community mulberry tasting event, and Adeleine Glenn reports on how funding changes are impacting graduate students.

Hosted and produced by Maggie Lubell. Packages by Magdalena Knettle and Adeleine Glenn. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez.

 

Do You Have a Sweet Tooth?

Today The News Cycle focuses on sweet treats. We have a conversation with local Yoloberry employee about what Yoloberry is all about. Then, Elianna Passerini explores more places to satisfy your sweet tooth while Kyla Schumann explores why we have the sweet tooth in the first place. 

Hosted and produced by Maggie Lubell. Package by Elianna Passerini and Kyla Schumann. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez. 

 

Picnic Day Saftey

Today, The News Cycle is all about new security policies for Picnic Day. We have a conversation with the Principal of Davis High School, Dr. Geigle. Then, Konrad Wisniewski talks to the police and organizers of the event, and Brian Marine talks about security at UC Davis sporting events. Hosted and produced by Maya Davis. Packages by Konrad Wisneiwski and Brian Marine. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez. 

Inside DHS Athletics

 Today, The News Cycle covers athletic trainers and sport injuries at Davis High School. We have a conversation with athletic director Mark McGreevy. Then, Margaux DeGagne covers student athlete injuries and Anne Garvey talks about the resources available. Hosted and produced by Maya Davis. Packages by Margaux DeGagne and Anne Garvey. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez.

From Newsrooms to Fitness

Today The News Cycle focuses on student journalism, media experiences, and fitness in Davis. We have a conversation with host Maggie Lubell, who shares insights from a recent trip where Davis High HUB students attended workshops at Columbia University and toured the Today Show and NBC News. Then, Aubrey Hibbard covers a package on walking as an everyday and accessible form of exercise, while Karoline Miller reports on the opening of Orangetheory Fitness in downtown Davis and what it brings to the local fitness scene.

Hosted and produced by Maggie Lubell. Packages by Aubrey Hibbard and Karoline Miller. Music by Daniel Ruiz Jimenez.

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