Category: Audio
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Davis in Solidarity with Ukraine
Since the Russian invasion last Thursday, Davis has expressed its solidarity with Ukraine and its sister city there, Uman. The News Cycle checks in on the situation in Uman and then looks at a candlelight vigil that was held Saturday to demonstrate support for Ukrainians. Interview by Max Davis-Housefield. Package by Shira Kalish. Producers- Max…
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COVID testing centers plagued by long lines amid anniversary of insurrection
Increasing demand for COVID testing drew long lines last week. But the story of the delays is really a story about worker burnout. Plus, a rememberance of the January 6th insurrection one year on and a call for voting rights legislation. Packages by Max Davis-Housefield and Genna Olavarri. Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme…
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A Christmas Carol Part Two
FICTION – The classic winter tale of a haunted miser concludes in part two of A Christmas Carol. Will Scrooge change his ways after a visit from the ghosts of Christmases Present and Yet to Come? The story was adapted and directed by Max Davis-Housefield. Scrooge was played by Max Davis-Housefield, Bob Cratchit was played…
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A Christmas Carol Part One
FICTION – Marley was dead to begin with. The HUB presents an adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Starring reporters and editors as Victorian Londoners and some ghastly ghosts, this holiday offering is sure to make you smile. The story will conclude in part two next week. Producers: Stella Maze and Max Davis-Housefield; Theme…
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Infectious Omicron variant spreads concern
A new variant of SARS-COV 2 with an increased number of mutations was detected in South Africa on November 24. We speak with Dr. David Kimberlin, a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and Co-Director of their Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases about the new variant. Dr. Kimberlin also is one…
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Davis turkeys celebrate Thanksgiving
Davis’s turkey population is a perpetual annoyance for some but today we investigate the reason for the ubiquitous flocks. Also, Thanksgiving is right around the corner and the Davis Community has a variety of plans and views on the holiday. Finally, a look into this year’s pardoned turkeys, Peanut Butter and Jelly. Packages by- Max…
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Solving the Homeless Crisis
In the third and final part of our series on homelessness, we investigate the solution to the homeless crisis. Then, we look at the feminine hygiene product stations in the girls’ bathrooms at Davis High. Packages by Max Davis-Housefield and Rachel Wong Producers- Max Davis-Housefield & Stella Maze, Theme Music- Daniel Ruiz-Jimenez
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The War of the Worlds
FICTION – A meteor has crashed into Arroyo Park, but with releases of energy from the Martian surface earlier this morning, the object could be more than it seems. The News Cycle presents HG Wells’ The War of the Worlds, adapted by Max Davis-Housefield. Cast: Max Davis-Housefield as himself, Stella Maze as herself, Elliot DeJong…
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Poverty, protection and protest
In part two of the homelessness series, we focus on community solutions to growing poverty. Next, crossing guards face hostility from drivers while keeping students safe. Finally, Davis High students take part in the Oct. 22 Global Climate Strike on Friday afternoon, pressuring those in power to take action for the planet. Packages by: Max…
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Davis homeless population grows exponentially
The homeless population is growing in Davis as a result of lack of housing and accessible mental health and substance abuse resources. Next, Davis High adopted the Hispanic-Serving Institution early college program as explained by the grant director from Sac City, Rosana Chavez-Hernandez . Finally, an update on the plans for Davis High’s Homecoming Dance…
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