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STUDIO 640
by KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)
STUDIO 640 features students from colleges, universities, private schools, and vocational schools in Southern California who major in journalism, communications, and broadcast media. The roundtable-style format allows the student panelists to weigh-in on top stories through their POV. The show is hosted by award-winning investigative journalist Steve Gregory, who also Executive Produces with Jacob Gonzalez. Show Producer is Richie Quintero.
Episodes
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MEDIA AND PRESIDENTIAL ENDORSEMENTS / UCLA ARRESTS PRO-GAZA PROTESTERS / FACT CHECKING TRUMP AND HARRIS
In this special episode of Studio 640, the panel and host record live from the campus of Los Angeles Valley College in Valley Glen, CA (Just North of Los Angeles). The first topic deals with the revelation that some major newspapers will not publish an endorsement for President. The panel weighs…
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METRO TRANSIT SECURITY / LAPD HAS A NEW CHIEF
Los Angeles Deputy Chief Donald Graham joins this week’s panel to discuss security on the Los Angeles County Metro System, or METRO. Graham leads the LAPD’s Transit Division located within the Metro Headquarters in downtown Los Angeles. Graham is a 29-year veteran of the department. The panelists...
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WOMEN ON CAMPUS
The panel discusses issues what they and their classmates face on campus as women. From access to menstrual products to the way women reporters are treated by college athletes, the trio of student journalists explore some of the challenges faced by living on campus, commuting to/from campus, and...
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S640+ REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS
In this podcast-only version of S640, the panel discusses one of the most concerning issues among Gen Z’ers on campus – reproductive rights. The three women talk about how politics has interfered in abortion rights and how the issue could sway the upcoming election. Our panel includes Kaia Mann...
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THE STATE OF COLLEGE ATHLETICS
In this special episode, the panel talks about NIL (Name, Image and Likeness), Conference Realignment, Player Safety, and Academics. The panel is Jorge Montiel and Max Weiland from Arizona State University, along with Bryan Chavez from California State University at Long Beach. All three students...
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S640+ COLLEGE SPORTS AND GENDER EQUITY
In this special podcast-only version of S640, the panel of student sports journalists looks at how gender has played a role in college athletics. From funding to competitive weight and gender classes, gender equity has become more topical than ever. The panel is Jorge Montiel and Max Weiland from...
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HARRIS-TRUMP DEBATE / A-I AND THE ELECTION / TAYLOR SWIFT ENDORSEMENT
The panel discusses the much-anticipated debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Each panelist reveals the questions they would ask if they were the debate moderators – they also rate the moderator’s performance. Next up, Artificial Intelligence and the election – how will AI impact the...
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S640+ ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11 AND THE QUEST FOR WORLD PEACE
In this podcast-only version of S640, the panel, which collectively decides the topic, looks back at the attacks of 9/11 and whether or not progress has been made to combat ‘Global Jihadism’ and the attempt to bring cultures and religions together. This week’s panel includes Kemdi Nwosu from...
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SCHOOL SHOOTING IN GA / HUNTER BIDEN LAST-MINUTE PLEA / HEAT WARNINGS AND WILFIRES
The panel discussed the school shooting in Georgia where a 14-year-old boy has been charged with four felony murders. The student journos talk about their approach to covering school shootings and the fear they have on their own campuses. Up next, Hunter Biden entered a guilty plea just as jury...
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S640+ CHAT G-P-T AND A-I IN JOURNALISM
In this podcast-only version of S640, the panel looks at the fears artificial intelligence poses for the future of journalism and whether the technology could eliminate jobs. The panelists also have a few ‘a-ha’ moments when they do specific searches on Chat GPT…the results were a little…
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HARRIS’ FIRST INTERVIEW / TRUMP AT ARLINGTON / TENNIS REPORTER SIDELINED
The panelists talk about Kamala Harris’ first sit down interview since becoming the Democratic nominee for President. They also weigh in on whether it’s alright to accept an interview with restrictions and conditions. The panel also talks about the kerfuffle between Donald Trump and the Army at...
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S640+ DOES FLIP-FLOPPING IMPACT A POLITICIAN’S CREDIBILITY?
In this podcast-only version of S640, the panel discuss Donald Trump’s reversal on abortion in Florida and Kamala Harris’ change in policy on key issues. Do people really care if politicians change their minds, or is it simply obvious pandering to a segment of the population that’s undecided?…
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S640+ GOOGLE'S BIG DONATION TO JOURNALISM IN CALIFORNIA
In this podcast-only version of Studio 640, the panelists discuss Google’s plan to invest $250 million in local journalism and AI research. The Governor touted the plan as ground-breaking, but critics say the deal was done in secret and lets Google off the hook for having to pay media companies…
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KAMALA HARRIS AND THE DNC / RFK, JR. / METRO SAFETY
The panelists offer their overview of the DNC in Chicago, including analysis (good and bad) of Kamala Harris’ speech. The panel also weighs in on the 100 social media ‘influencers’ who were given credentials to cover the convention, and the arrests of journalists outside the venue. Robert F....
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COLLEGE LIFE, CONFLICT, AND THE NEW NORMAL
In this episode the student journalist panel talks about some of the top concerns for students as they return to school. Campus protests, Covid-19, and other stressors, pose new challenges to the coming school year. And the panelists talk about some of the stories they look forward to covering…
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HARRIS-WALZ TICKET / REPORTERS FIRED OVER HOSTAGE EMBARGO / MAUI WILDFIRES
The panel discusses Kamala Harris’ pick for VP and how they, as student journalists, would and should cover him; next, Bloomberg fired two reporters and disciplined others over an alleged breach of a White House embargo dealing with the release of American hostages in Russia – should reporters...
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S640+ THE ‘MEME-IFICATION’ OF THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION
In this podcast-only version of S640, the panel looks at how memes might sway public opinion and how ‘parasocial bonds’ are becoming a thing. The panel also predicts the outcome of the first Trump/Harris debate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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TRUMP AT NABJ / LAPD USE OF FORCE / SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE ELECTION
The student journalists weigh-in on Donald Trump’s appearance at the National Association of Black Journalists’ convention in Chicago; the panel also discusses the viral video of an Los Angeles Police Officer’s punch to the face of a man he was trying to arrest (listen to the opinions as the…
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S640+ THE COST OF GETTING OUR CITIZENS BACK FROM RUSSIA
In this podcast-only version of S640, the panel looks at the recent return of American journalists from Russia. Should the US government have been more transparent in the negotiations, including any deals and promises made? If so, why? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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S640+ MEDIA LITERACY / OLYMPICS AND POLITICS
In the podcast-only version of Studio 640, the panel continues its discussion on media literacy from the radio show, including reaction to a well-known journalists’ admission that the media wrongly targeted Donald Trump. The panel also discusses whether the Olympics are really that relevant...
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BIDEN STEPS ASIDE / VP HARRIS STEPS UP / MEDIA LITERACY
The student journalists analyze President Biden’s announcement that he will not seek reelection. Also, did the DNC ignore the will of the people when delegates prematurely announced support for VP Harris’ campaign? Finally, the panel talks about media coverage of the election and whether Trump…
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S640+ TRUMP'S V-P PICK / POLITICAL POLARIZATION
In the podcast-only version of Studio 640, the panel discusses their views on JD Vance, including why they think Trump selected him as a running mate. Also, how can Gen-Z help diffuse political polarization? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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TRUMP RNC SPEECH / ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT / IMMIGRATION
The student journalists discuss the speech given by Donald Trump on the closing night of the RNC Convention. Then, the panel gives their take on the attempted assassination of Trump and questions the investigation. Finally, the trio addresses illegal immigration on campuses – and there’s a bit of…
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S640+ HOMELESSNESS
In the podcast-only version of Studio 640, the panel discusses homelessness issues on and off campus, including potential solutions from the student perspective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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STUDENT PROTEST PUNISHMENT/ PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION / COVID-19
In this first episode of Studio 640 student journalists discuss the punishment some students are facing for participating in pro-Palestinian protests; the panel also discusses the Presidential election and the future of the country, and finally, whether a new variant of Covid-19 could shut down...
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STUDIO 640 (S640) TRAILER
Studio 640 is a groundbreaking show featuring student journalists - Host Steve Gregory gives an overview of the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
STUDIO 640 features students from colleges, universities, private schools, and vocational schools in Southern California who major in journalism, communications, and broadcast media. The roundtable-style format allows the student panelists to weigh-in on top stories through their POV. The show is hosted by award-winning investigative journalist Steve Gregory, who also Executive Produces with Jacob Gonzalez. Show Producer is Richie Quintero.
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KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)
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STUDIO 640 features students from colleges, universities, private schools, and vocational schools in Southern California who major in journalism, communications, and broadcast media. The roundtable-style format allows the student panelists to weigh-in on top stories through their POV. The show is...
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