IDEAS IN ACTION | USC's Podcast Series
IDEAS IN ACTION is a podcast series produced by the University of Southern California. It features thought-provoking conversations across various disciplines, recorded at USC's University Park and Health Sciences campuses. The series aligns with USC's mission to cultivate the human mind and spirit. Episodes are available on the university's website and major podcast platforms.
Episodes
The Power and Possibilities of AI
Discoveries in AI are changing our present and shaping our future. Experts from a range of fields will discuss their research, the societal implications of AI, and how they are using AI to do groundbreaking and changemaking work in everything from education to healthcare. Stephen J. Aguilar Melinda Chang Swabha Swayamdipta Shrikanth Narayana (moderator)
Living Long & Living Well: Longevity Today
How can we live long and live well, too? Experts on aging will discuss the individual and societal challenges as well as gifts of longevity from legal, health, and practical perspectives, as well as share advice on preparing for a safe and healthy old age. M.T. Connolly, author of The Measure of Our Age: Navigating Care, Safety, Money, and Meaning Later in Life, is a leading elder justice expert
Reconstruction Revival: How to Rebuild L.A.
Thousands of new homes and businesses will be built to replace the ones that were incinerated by the Los Angeles County fires this month. If done properly, the rebuilding could create more resilient communities. However, if done poorly the structures will be tomorrow's fire fuel. Join a panel of experts to learn the right — and wrong — ways to rebuild L.A. The panelists are: Christopher Boone, US
Screen Time: Television, Society, and Identity
Authors and creators will discuss the role of TV in society historically and today, including connections to politics, queer spectatorship, and representations of race, class, and gender. David Craig is a Clinical Professor of Communication and director of the Global Media and Communication program at USC. An expert in Hollywood, Chinese, and social media industries; a television historian; an Emm
Stories of Resistance and Protest
A diverse panel of experts will shed light on how individuals and communities have stood against oppression and persecution during World War II, the civil rights movement, and in struggles for social justice today. Wolf Gruner is the Shapell-Guerin Chair in Jewish Studies, a professor of History, and Founding Director of the Dornsife Center for Advanced Genocide Research at USC. He is an appointed
Setting the Scene for Change: The Future of Theatre
Panelists will offer a wide array of perspectives on acting, scenic design, playwriting, diversity in theatre, theatrical institutions, and possibilities for a more equitable and inclusive theatre world. Sharon Marie Carnicke, author of Dynamic Acting through Active Analysis and Stanislavsky in Focus, is an internationally acclaimed expert on acting for stage and screen. Her award-winning translat
Religion in the Public Sphere
Award-winning scholars on Islam, Christianity, and Buddhism will discuss the role of religion in public settings and spaces and the relationships between religion and culture, politics, and identity. Sherman Jackson is the King Faisal Chair of Islamic Thought and Culture and professor of Religion and American Studies and Ethnicity at USC. He focuses on pre-modern Islamic law and theology with an e
Placemaking and the Politics of Land
From California's wine country to the Panama Canal to Owen's Lake and the LA River, this provocative panel will explore placemaking and the land that we share, looking at issues related to labor, race, gender, sustainability, and more. Joan Flores-Villalobos is an assistant professor of History at USC whose work focuses on histories of gender, race, and diaspora in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Dis…Miss Gender? Artists and Writers on Gender Today
The new book Dis...Miss Gender? features a bold mix of photographs and short essays in which artists, writers, and theorists celebrate the rapidly evolving world of gender. The book's editor and several contributors will discuss intersectionality, queer thought, fourth-wave feminism, and more. Tiffany E. Barber is a prize-winning, internationally-recognized scholar, curator, and critic whose work
Creating New Futures through the Arts
Authors, artists, and activists will share how film, music, public art, and other art practices can help build communities and imagine new futures. Ben Caldwell is an arts educator, independent filmmaker, and creator of the KAOS Network, whose goal is to be the bridge that connects South LA communities with the new technology of the 21st century as a vanguard in all the art forms. Caldwell is the
Muslim Inclusion and Empowerment: from Hollywood to Higher Education
Since 9/11, Muslims have occupied the U.S. public and political spheres as threats to national security, as victims of hate crimes, as targets of torture and war, and as a community to be included in diversity initiatives. This insightful panel will explore Muslim inclusion and representation in a variety of contexts, including education, politics, and the entertainment industry. Shafiqa Ahmadi i
Mending America: Overcoming Our Political and Cultural Divides
In light of the growing divisions among Americans, this panel will address the intersection of culture and politics in society, how we can better understand divisiveness, and find common ground. Geoffrey Cowan is an award-winning writer, television producer, and University Professor and Annenberg Family Chair in Communication Leadership at the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism
Laughing Matters: The History and Power of Comedy
Comedy can be seen and experienced in many forms—onstage, on screens, and even in hospitals. Like laughter, its effects are contagious and its power spills over onto all of us. This panel of experts, comedians, and expert comedians will talk about the history of comedy and its potential to create change. Wayne Federman is a stand-up comic, actor, author, comedy writer, professor, and Emmy-winning
Net Zero: California Climate Policy and The Future of Energy
California, the nation's leader in clean energy and climate policies, has set an ambitious goal to achieve net zero carbon pollution by 2045. But what will it take? How might the policies affect the availability, reliability, and price of power consumption? This panel will address the political, technological, economic, as well as human and societal factors that play into our energy system and exp
Confronting L.A.'s Housing Crisis
Increasing rents and home prices, gentrification, and historic inequities have contributed to a major housing crisis in Los Angeles. Yet, L.A. has a rich residential legacy that includes innovative housing design, successful housing developments, and leadership in historical preservation. Panelists will draw upon their interrelated recent books on housing, architecture, and preservation to offer c
BONUS EPISODE: Queer Bodies: Gender and Power in Art and Society
Academics, artists, and authors will have a wide-ranging conversation exploring gender, sexuality, queerness, and the body in art, culture, fashion, and society. Topics will include, but not be limited to, an inside look at being a professional dominatrix, queer performance art and theory, and fabulousness as resistance. Chris Belcher is a writer, professor, book coach, and assistant professor of
Crossing Borders: Stories of Struggle, Survival, and Community
This discussion will explore a wide range of immigrant stories and experiences, including Vietnamese refugee girlhood, community-building for Mexican immigrants in Los Angeles, and the role of Black migrant women's labor in the construction of the Panama Canal. Lan Duong is associate professor in Cinema and Media Studies at USC. She is the author of Treacherous Subjects: Gender, Culture, and Tran
Neurodiversity: Lived Experience, Advocacy and Allyship
This panel will include a variety of perspectives on neurodiversity and developmental disabilities, from autism to schizophrenia. Experts will share their research as well as personal experiences and discuss how to support neurodiverse children and adults and create a more equitable and inclusive society. Sneha Kohli Mathur is the author of Understanding the Lived Experiences of Autistic Adults a
Why extreme weather, not climate change, drives concerns about water safety
Access to safe drinking water is a pressing global issue, with approximately 2 billion people currently lacking consistent access to this fundamental resource — a sobering statistic that is projected to soar to 5 billion by 2050. We caught up with researchers Wändi Bruine de Bruin, a Provost Professor of public policy, psychology and behavioral science at the USC Price School of Public Policy and
Latinos and Alzheimer's Disease: A Look at Increasing Participation Into Alzheimer's Research
María P. Aranda is a professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, the executive director of the USC Edward R. Roybal Institute on Aging and the director of the outreach, recruitment and engagement core of the USC Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. She holds a joint appointment with the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology and is a psychotherapist with over 30 years of exper
Crisis on the Colorado River
The Colorado River is in crisis. Once hailed the "American Nile," the river stretches 1,450 miles and provides drinking water, irrigation, and hydroelectric power to nearly 40 million people across seven states and northern Mexico. But after decades of prolonged drought and overuse, vital reservoirs along the river are drying up. USC experts Robin Craig and Shon Hiatt discuss the far-reaching impa
Eat, Lead, Love: Celebrating BIPOC Communities through Food, Art, and Activism
As we work to create a more equitable world, marginalized and underrepresented communities must be able to tell their own stories. Learn and find inspiration from BIPOC authors whose books uplift, celebrate, and amplify their communities through art, cooking, journalism, history, storytelling, and more. Panelists Jamal Jordan is a multimedia documentarian, professor, and Civic Media Fellow at
Transformative Learning: Innovation, Inclusion, and the Future of Education
While education is weathering attacks on Critical Race Theory, outlawed instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity, and issues of inclusion, educators are working to create a more equitable educational system. Several renowned authors and educators will discuss what's at stake, offer innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and share their visions for the future of education.
Confronting Climate Change: Solutions for a Sustainable World
Wrapping up #USCEarthWeek, experts from a variety of fields will look at the impacts of the climate crisis and discuss ways to create a more sustainable world, including ecological design, sustainable consumption, and production, and implementing institutional change. Jennifer Bernstein is a lecturer at the Spatial Sciences Institute at USC. She studies contemporary environmentalism with a focus
LAtinx LA Style
Noted USC professors provide insight into three different neighborhoods of Los Angeles, mobilizing Latinx pasts to better understand the future and rethink our understanding of democracy, community, and political power. Panelists Pierrette Hondagneu-Sotelo is the Florence Everline Professor of Sociology at USC. She is a co-author of South Central Dreams: Finding Home and Building Community in Sou
The Invasion of Ukraine
Two of the foremost experts on national security will participate in an insightful discussion about the war in Ukraine. Join the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy and the USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future for a conversation with retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman and former Congresswoman Jane Harman. The conversation is moderated by Mike Murphy.
A Conversation with Dr. Nicole Mitchell
Tune into a conversation with Dr. Nicole Mitchell, faculty director of the OB/GYN Diversity & Inclusion Program, exploring topics of reproductive justice, providing quality care for underrepresented patients, and the healthcare disparities that exist among Ob/Gyn, including among African American, LatinX, and the transgender patient population.
Celebrating Women's History Month 2022
Join USC President Carol L. Folt along with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members as we celebrate and honor women while exploring the theme "Providing Healing, Promoting Hope."
Crisis Briefing: The Russian Invasion of Ukraine
The USC Global Policy Institute, Department of Political Science and International Relations, the Max Kade Institute for Austrian-German-Swiss Studies and the Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures present a crisis briefing on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Listen to a distinguished panel of six experts discuss the ongoing conflict, what it means for the world and what may happen next. W
Reflecting on MLK, Equity and Inclusion in Today's America
USC professors Dr. Shaun R. Harper and Dr. Camille Gear Rich discuss the impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the challenges we still face today. Panelists Dr. Shaun Harper studies racial, gender, and LGBT issues in corporations, law firms, Hollywood production companies, K-12 schools, and universities. He is a Provost Professor in the USC Marshall School of Business and USC Rossier School of
Rethinking Alzheimer's Care
Most Americans have an aging family member, friend, neighbor, or colleague who will someday be living with memory loss — and needing help. Join experts from USC and the Alzheimer's Association for a conversation about the increasingly important role of caregivers in comprehensive Alzheimer's care for #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth. Panelists Laura Mosqueda, MD, FAAFP, AGSF, is a professor (with tenure)
Learning From Veterans
USC researchers are exploring a unique group: veterans outside the VA struggling with isolation, depression, PTSD and substance use. Eric Pedersen of Keck School of Medicine of USC and Jordan Davis of USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work talk about what they've learned over the past years and how to better reach veterans grappling with these issues.
Shake It Out: The Science and Safety of Earthquake Prep
Experts John Vidale, former Director of Southern California Earthquake Center and USC Dornsife Professor, and Steve Goldfarb, USC Fire Safety and Emergency Planning Specialist, speak on earthquakes—the research behind them and how we might better prepare! Jyetbf7NtVT7MDdJKGL7
Shake It Out: The Science and Safety of Earthquake Prep
Experts John Vidale, former Director of Southern California Earthquake Center and USC Dornsife Professor, and Steve Goldfarb, USC Fire Safety and Emergency Planning Specialist, speak on earthquakes—the research behind them and how we might better prepare!
Shake It Out: The Science and Safety of Earthquake Prep
Experts John Vidale, former Director of Southern California Earthquake Center and USC Dornsife Professor, and Steve Goldfarb, USC Fire Safety and Emergency Planning Specialist, speak on earthquakes—the research behind them and how we might better prepare!
You've dropped off your college student—now what?
USC experts discuss how parents and guardians can maintain open communication with and support their students as they begin to navigate the college experience! Dr. Tracy Poon Tambascia is a Professor of Clinical Education in the Rossier School of Education at the University of Southern California. Her areas of interest include international higher education, higher education policy, issues that af
Latinx Stories of Los Angeles
USC experts discuss their work and recent books, each highlighting a different neighborhood in L.A. and the Latinx contributions to the city's history. These three books are changing and challenging some of the historical ways Latinx L.A. has been written about. What does talking about Latinx historiography or "Latinidad" in Boyle Heights, Echo Park, and South Central LA mean? How have these commu
Olympic training during a pandemic – and how the games have changed since 776 B.C.
USC has produced more Olympians, overall medalists, and gold medalists than any other U.S. university. But what has it been like to train during the pandemic for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics? What are some of the surprising ways in which the games of ancient Greece were different from the modern Olympics? What are a few of the nearly 3,000-year-old traditions that haven't changed? Listen in on this liv
A Juneteenth Conversation on Race
Juneteenth is the oldest celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. But the fight against institutionalized racism continues today. Join USC experts as they discuss critical race theory, voting rights, criminal justice reform, and the ongoing struggle for liberty and justice for all. Panelists Jody Armour is the Roy P. Crocker Professor of Law at USC. Armour's expertise ran
L.A.'s fossil fuel-free future
Working with the federal government and the city of Los Angeles, USC researchers have identified pathways to a zero-emissions future for the megalopolis in 25 years, a new report shows. But how do you get there from here? What are the challenges and benefits? And can L.A. become a clean-energy model for other cities? Join Sammy Roth, energy reporter for the Los Angeles Times, Lauren Faber O'Connor
Coping with COVID: Mental health and young adults, a conversation with Dr. Vivek Murthy and and Jim Steyer
March 2021 marks the one-year anniversary of the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Illness, distance learning, and social isolation have turned our lives upside down. Depression rates are up among teens and young adults. How have young people fared after a year of lockdowns, remote schooling, and the disruption of social norms? Join Dean Willow Bay, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, and Comm
A Conversation with Channing Godfrey Peoples
As part of USC's International Women's Day 2021 celebration, USC President Carol L. Folt sits down with rising filmmaker and USC alumna Channing Godfrey Peoples for an inspiring conversation about Peoples' career and her critically acclaimed, award-winning film, "Miss Juneteenth." USC Cinema Dean Elizabeth Daley provides introductions.
How to Encourage Vaccine Adoption
Scientific innovation was put to the test in the development of the COVID-19 vaccine, and it resulted in two vaccines in record time that are at least 94% effective in clinical trials. Now the task of vaccinating the population has begun with many skeptics fearing side effects, rushed science in its development, and political involvement. There is also a segment of the population who are generally
Five lessons we've learned about COVID-19 since the pandemic began
When COVID-19 emerged, it was a new coronavirus we knew little about. Over the past year, experts from across the globe have worked together to better fight the pandemic. Listen in as faculty experts from the Keck School of Medicine of USC discuss what we've learned so far about COVID-19: Paula Cannon, a microbiologist who is an expert in all the ways COVID can, and cannot, be transmitted. Susan
Should Halloween be canceled because of COVID-19?
Holidays represent normalcy for children during uncertain times. With Halloween around the corner, as well as other fall celebrations, USC's Rita V. Burke, Assistant Professor of Clinical Preventive Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, offers tips for having fun without spreading or catching COVID-19.
Alzheimer's, inflammation and COVID-19
Listen in as Caleb Finch and Axel Montagne (in conversation with Leigh Hopper from USC's University Communications), discuss their respective research on Alzheimer's disease, including how pollution may cause inflammation in the human body, contributing to the acceleration of dementia. Axel Montagne is an Associate Professor of Research Physiology & Neuroscience at Keck School of Medicine at USC a
The Unexpected Spy
As an undergraduate majoring in history at USC Dornsife, Tracy Walder had planned to become a teacher. Until the CIA recruited her. Not long after graduating, the former sorority sister known for dressing in pink was wearing camouflage fatigues, toting an assault rifle and hunting down Al-Qaeda as a counterterrorism field agent in the aftermath of 9/11. Returning to the U.S., she made the almost-u
Countdown to Mars 2020 Perseverance Launch
Listen in on the conversation with experts from USC Dornsife, USC Viterbi and the California Science Center about the NASA Mars 2020 Perseverance rover launch. Kenneth Phillips is Curator for Aerospace Science at the California Science Center and an adjunct professor of the practice of physics and astronomy at the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. He's an expert in aeronautics, s
Stronger Than Hate
Resources and Solutions at USC The novel coronavirus pandemic has Americans across the country fearful for their personal health and well-being, but for Asian Americans, the virus has stirred up another threat: a wave of verbal and physical attacks. While we employ social distancing to keep us safe from COV19, how do we prepare our USC community for widespread acts of individual bigotry when we re
Dornsife Dialogues: "Pandemic Preparedness: What Went Wrong and What Have We Learned?"
Why weren't we better prepared for the COVID-19 outbreak and what can we learn from our current ordeal to be better prepared for the next pandemic? USC Dornsife's Andrew Lakoff and Nils Gilman, Vice President of Programs at the Berggruen Institute, talks with journalist and author Mark Perry about how the U.S. did and didn't prepare for COVID-19. Lakoff, Professor of Sociology and Divisional Dean
Dornsife Dialogues: Kids and Quarantine – Managing Family Life
Helping your kids cope with the stress of quarantine while protecting your own mental health is a growing challenge for many, particularly for families hit hardest by the pandemic. Experts with the USC Center for the Changing Family discuss the impact of the pandemic on kids and families as well as solutions and strategies that parents, clinicians, and communities can use to boost family mental he
Earth Day #50: What's the Earth Telling Us?
It's the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day. Amid COVID-19 and climate crises, USC experts discuss causes and solutions to disruption and the USC sustainability response. USC President Carol L. Folt provides an introduction, speakers include: Wändi Bruine de Bruin, Provost Professor of Public Policy, Psychology and Behavioral Science, USC Price School of Public Policy Dan Mazmanian, Professor of Public
Dornsife Dialogues: The Pandemic Election
Two of the nation's most experienced and respected political experts and the leaders of the USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the presidential election. Bob Shrum, the former senior strategist for Al Gore, John Kerry, and a host of Democratic senators and governors, and Mike Murphy, the former senior strategist for John McCain and Mitt Romney and a poli
Monetary Resources Available to Small Businesses in Today's Environment
How will the coronavirus pandemic impact small business owners? Listen in to this previously recorded webinar (April 4, 2020) as faculty experts from the USC Marshall School of Business and guests break down available SBA funding, recent tax law changes affecting small businesses and tips for small business owners in a post-COVID-19 economy. Also provided are information and insights on the latest
How to Speak With Your Parents About the Pandemic
Dr. Laura Mosqueda, Dean of the Keck School of Medicine of USC and Dr. Bonnie Olsen, Professor of Clinical Family Medicine and Vice-Chair for Research at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, hold a candid conversation about how adult children can speak with their parents about COVID-19 and social distancing. Laura Mosqueda, MD, is Dean of the Keck School of Medicine of USC. Prior to her appointment
Black History Month: Discussions on Race, Media and the Law
USC experts come together to discuss the intersections of journalism and justice regarding race in America. Jody David Armour studies the intersection of race and legal decision making as well as torts and tort reform movements. Allissa Richardson researches how African Americans use mobile and social media to produce innovative forms of journalism — especially in times of crisis. About Allissa Ri
Print Journalism: Where Do We Go from Here?
In today's digital world, newspapers and weeklies are thinner than ever, with content and advertising catering more to online consumption and distribution by the day. But the complexity of today's news and information demands long-form journalism more than ever. Several leading editors, publishers, and journalists will discuss the present and future of print journalism, revealing that print is ver
Feast! Holiday Food Facts & Myths
Join USC's Linda Hagen and Karen Tongson as they break down the facts and myths on why we celebrate the Holidays with banquets of food. Karen Tongson is an Associate Professor of English, American Studies and Ethnicity and Gender and Sexuality Studies at the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, and Linda Hagen is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at the USC Marshall School of Busi
Alzheimer's Awareness Month
For Alzheimer's Awareness Month, Julie Zissimopoulos, director of research training and director of the Initiative on Aging and Cognition at the USC Schaeffer Center and Christian Pike, professor of gerontology in the Leonard Davis School of Gerontology, discuss their latest research on the unique challenges posed by Alzheimer's disease in its prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
Veterans Day 2019 Special Podcast
U.S. Navy veterans Greg Sisa, Director for USC With You Shield program and Mark Milam, President of the USC Student Veterans Association, came together on November 11, 2019 for Veterans Day to discuss and share USC research and services that benefit USC's student veteran and active military student population.
Aren't We American? Race, Class, Immigration, and Citizenship
How do race and class impact what it means to be American today? What do citizenship and immigration look like in the current context of "America first" and "nationalism"? A diverse panel of experts from the University of Southern California will discuss these and other questions in this timely and critical conversation.conversation. Recorded live on USC's campus on April 14, 2019. PANELISTS Juan
Fighting the Opioid Epidemic
USC Schaeffer Center's Jason Doctor and Keck School of Medicine of USC's Ricky Bluthenthal discuss the epidemiological analysis and related issues that led to the ongoing nationwide opioid epidemic facing the U.S. population today, including possible solutions to defeat the opioid crisis. Jason Doctor is Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Univers
Stem cells: the hope, the hype, and the science
Andrew McMahon from Keck Medicine of USC and USC Stem Cell and Alex Capron from USC Gould School of Law discuss stem cell research as politics, ethics, and law continue to shape the science and more. #USCStemCell Professor Capron is a globally recognized expert in health policy and medical ethics. He teaches Public Health Law, Torts, and Law, Science, and Medicine at the USC Gould School of Law. H
An Evening with Suzan-Lori Parks
Celebrated storyteller and Pulitzer-prize winning playwright Suzan Lori-Parks visited USC on October 6, 2016. Moderated by USC School of Dramatic Arts professor Luis Alfaro, they discussed how Parks uses foundational narratives to provide a fresh perspective on American history, race, and identity in her works. She is best known for her work on the Broadway revival of Porgy and Bess, which won a T
Military Veterans at USC
The University of Southern California and the United States Armed Forces have a long-standing relationship of service – going back over 100 years. Join Lieutenant Colonel Olivia Nelson from Air Force ROTC and USC Vice Provost Mark Todd as they discuss USC's unique relationship with the U.S. Military, its rise in rankings as one of the best universities for veterans, the student veteran experience,
Food, Inc., a conversation with Michael Pollan and Eric Schlosser
The groundbreaking work of bestselling authors Michael Pollan and Eric Schlosser started a revolution in how Americans think about what they eat. Originally recorded on February 9, 2011, Pollan and Schlosser came together for a dialogue moderated by KCRW radio host Evan Kleiman about the industrialization of food and its devastating impact on personal health and the environment. Food Inc., a conve
The Bioethics of Stem Cell Research
Stem cells have made what was once impossible possible – from cloning your pet dog to designing your own baby, stem cells have got a ton of people talking. Join Gage Crump, Professor of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at USC Stem Cell at Keck Medicine of USC, and Alex Capron, University Professor at the USC Gould School of Law and Keck Medicine of USC, as they debate what can be done a
Trojan Space Pioneers
On October 5, 2018, USC held an exclusive screening of First Man, a biopic of USC alumnus Neil Armstrong (played by Ryan Gosling) narrating his history-making walk on the moon. This discussion was the opening portion of the event, which was hosted by the USC Viterbi School of Engineering and USC Visions and Voices. The distinguished panelists were USC Interim President, and former CEO of The Aeros
Student Health at USC
Dr. Sarah Van Orman, Chief Health Officer at USC Student Health and Amanda Vanni, USC Office of Health Promotion go over what to students can expect when visiting the USC Student Health, including recent changes and information for students who may be facing their first doctor visit without a parent or guardian present.
Dealing with Stress at USC
Varun Soni, Vice Provost for Campus Wellness and Crisis Intervention and Dean of USC Office of Religious Life and Emily Sandoval, Senior Director of USC Residential Education discuss how to stay stress-free during finals (or at least how to reduce stress during finals) and how to apply these techniques to everyday stress beyond college and into the workforce.
Earth Day 2018 Discussion
Since 1970, Earth Day has been on April 22 and focused on education and change. 48 years later, what has changed and what is the future? Kelly Sanders, Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at USC Viterbi School of Engineering and Travis Longcore, Assistant Professor of Architecture, Spatial Sciences and Biological Sciences USC School of Architecture and USC Dornsife debate th
Getting the details of science fiction right, Black Panther, comics and movies
Clifford Johnson of USC Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences and Henry Jenkins of USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism come together to discuss Black Panther, comics and how science and pop culture converge.
The Impact of Social Media, Fashion and Celebrities on Culture
Elizabeth Currid-Halkett of USC Sol Price School of Public Policy and Johanna Blakely of USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism cover how people view themselves in and out of social media, and its effect and influence on culture.
Virtual Reality as a Form of Medicine
Judy Pa of Laboratory of Neuro Imaging at Keck Medicine of USC and Skip Rizzo of USC Institute for Creative Technologies a discuss the use of virtual reality and artificial intelligence to rewire our brains so we can stay healthy.
How technology use is transforming healthcare and impacting society
Andrea Armani, professor from USC Viterbi School of Engineering and Jonathan Lasch, executive director of the Alfred E. Mann Institute for Biomedical Engineering at USC, discuss how technology is being used to transform healthcare and impact society. Topics discussed include biotechnology and the new USC Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience.
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