Art by Vivian Hsia In a world that thrives off of connection through social media and web-based interactions, students shared how podcasts provide a fun and alternative way to learn new information while connecting with like-minded people. Dave Winer and Adam Curry were the first to coin the term "podcast" in 2004, according to Dear Media, a major podcast network. Since then, … [Read more...] about Students Thrive Through the Power of Podcasts
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Thanksgiving Traditions: How Students Spend Their Break
Art by Autumn Hardwick Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and the smell of pumpkin pie and cinnamon spice will soon once again fill the air. Students said they are looking forward to a break, filled with their favorite holiday traditions and quality time with family and friends. Pepperdine's Thanksgiving break begins Nov. 23, and students like sophomore Kailey Echeverria … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Traditions: How Students Spend Their Break
Review: Taylor Swift Breaks Records at Midnight
Art by Vivian Hsia Transparency Item: This review is the opinion of the writers. Taylor Swift released her 10th original album titled "Midnights" on Oct. 21, at midnight ET. The album has 13 songs with an additional seven songs on the deluxe album titled "Midnights (3am Edition)." The album reached instant success, breaking two Spotify records — most-streamed album in a … [Read more...] about Review: Taylor Swift Breaks Records at Midnight
Pepperdine Predicts: The 65th Annual Grammy Nominations
Collage by Jace Evans It’s almost that time of the year again when people gather around their televisions and watch to see who will take home a GRAMMY. As nominations come out Nov. 15, the Pepperdine community said they are preparing for the 65th annual GRAMMY Awards. With so many options to choose from, sophomore Gabby Johnson said she is conflicted when predicting what … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Predicts: The 65th Annual Grammy Nominations
Stephane Wrembel Brings the Sound of Django Reinhardt to Smothers Theatre
Five instrumentalists stand on stage in Smothers Theatre on Oct. 23. They performed a set that consisted of music from Django Reinhardt. Photos courtesy of Ron Hall "Shades of Django," a musical tribute to the late guitarist Django Reinhardt, performed a two-hour set in Smothers Theatre on Oct. 23. The event showcased how instrumental music can stand out on its own. Reinhardt … [Read more...] about Stephane Wrembel Brings the Sound of Django Reinhardt to Smothers Theatre
