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The Chimes Weekly
by The Torch Podcast Network
Bite-sized podcast episodes with your top news stories from The Chimes and Biola.By Biola University students, for Biola University students. Previously known as Chimes Rundown and KBR Daily News Updates by KBR The Torch.
Episodes
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Clean Your Room and Check Your Sources
This week, we’re covering family weekend festivities, the news habits of Biola students, and an inside look at one of the players behind Biola’s volleyball success. For more info on these stories: Read our newspaper: chimesnewspaper.com Visit the Biola Events Page Check out the Torrey Conference...
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BONUS: Being Undone by the Resurrection and Serving with Our Gifts; A Conversation with Ava Robinson
On this special episode of Chimes Weekly, our host Taylor Janigian sat down with Ava Robinson to discuss the inspiration behind the design for this year's Torrey Conference art. Taylor and Ava got to talk about using art as a way to deepen understanding of the resurrection, as well as what it...
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One For the His-Torrey Books
This week, we cover how this year’s Torrey Memorial Bible Conference went and what it revealed to attendees about the undoing effects of Christ’s death and resurrection. For more info on these stories: Read our newspaper: chimesnewspaper.com Visit the Biola Events Page Check out the Torrey...
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Long S-“Torrey” Short: Everything to Look Forward to at Torrey Conference
This week, we cover this year’s upcoming Torrey Memorial Bible Conference and all of the activities and things to look forward to that come along with it. For more info on these stories: Read our newspaper: chimesnewspaper.com Visit the Biola Events Page Check out the Torrey Conference website:...
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What Happened to the Rose Chapel? How High Can the Stakes Really Get? And What Will Torrey Conference Even Be About?
This week, we cover the new Biola Cup Competition, the renovations to Rose of Sharon Prayer Chapel, last year’s Torrey Conference band Marra, and the theme for this year’s conference. For more info on these stories: Read our newspaper: chimesnewspaper.com Visit the Biola Events Page Check out the...
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From Dorm Rooms to Tokyo: Housing Rumors, Pastoral Care Groups, and the Women’s Basketball Team in Japan
This week, we cover the new Pastoral Care Groups, addressed the housing rumors on campus, and the Women’s Basketball Team trip to Tokyo. For more info on these stories: Read our newspaper: chimesnewspaper.com Visit the Biola Events Page Follow us on Instagram: The Chimes: instagram.com/chimesnews...
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New Year, New Changes: Athletics Rebrand, CMA Studio Facilities, and the Library’s Newest Exhibit
This week, we cover the new CMA Production Center, the new Chapel Theme, the Involvement Fair, the new Library exhibit, and the Biola Athletics rebrand. For more info on these stories: Read our newspaper: chimesnewspaper.com Visit the Biola Events Page Follow us on Instagram: The Chimes:...
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Biola Baseball Record Broken, World Cup Buzz Builds, Campus Changes,End-of-Year Events, and more.
On today’s episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, takes us through top headlines from the week: AI art raises concerns from Biola students and faculty, Tyler Jones pushes for Latin class, Mock Rock premieres, and more. For more details about this week’s headlines: Live From Lot F, Biola Vocal Jazz,...
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Student-athletes in Torrey, Latin proposal gains traction, K-Drama panel, and more
On today’s episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, takes us through the week's top headlines: a student-athlete balancing the Torrey Honors Program, a student-led push to introduce Latin as a foreign language option, and more. For more details about this week’s headlines: Through the Lens of K-Drama:...
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BONUS: Interview with Student Government Association President
On today’s BONUS episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, interviews the president of Biola’s Student Government Association, TJ Malley, on reflections on the last year, comments on recent structural changes, and hopes for the future of SGA. For more details about Biola’s Student Government Association...
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SGA election results announced, tennis heads to PacWest Championships, interfaith dialogue builds bridges, and more.
On today’s episode: Matthew Garcia walks through the week’s top headlines, including SGA election results, Biola tennis advancing to the PacWest Championships, interfaith dialogue through the Winsome Conviction Project, and more. For more details about this week’s headlines: Torrey Honors...
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AI art raises concerns from Biola students and faculty, Tyler Jones pushes for Latin class, Mock Rock premieres, and more.
Our host, Reagan Glidewell, takes us through top headlines from the week: AI art raises concerns from Biola students and faculty, Tyler Jones pushes for Latin class, Mock Rock premieres, and more. For more details about this week’s headlines: annual composition contents, mock rock, Befriending...
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Talbot professors talk about faith struggles, diver Caleb Pook makes a standout comeback season; and more.
On today’s episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, walks through the week’s top headlines: Talbot professors open up about struggles in their faith journeys, and Biola dive team athlete Caleb Pook makes a standout comeback season. Plus, a look at what’s happening on campus this week, including…
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BONUS: Mission Conference Directors talk 'Children of Light' theme
On today’s BONUS episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, goes over an interview conducted by Chimes staff writer Alvia Woolard with Missions Conference Directors Gaby Cole and Katie Regains on what to expect from Missions Conferences this year, some behind-the-scenes work they do, and the meaning of…
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Iran conflict escalates; Chimes Media Group wins CCMA awards; Cook Missions Conference kicks off this week; and more
On today’s episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, covers major headlines from the week: escalating conflict involving Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz impacting global oil prices; several awards earned by Chimes Media Group staff at the California College Media Association conference in…
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Track season spotlight on Eboselulu Omofoma; baseball return for Nico Hagadorn; Biola events and concerts ahead.
On today’s episode: Host Reagan Glidewell covers top headlines from the week: track season spotlight on Eboselulu Omofoma, baseball return for Nico Hagadorn, upcoming music performances at Biola University, the Engage X speaker series, the Pulchrum Conference and more. For more details about this...
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Men’s basketball sees roster shift; Biola celebrates its 118th birthday; environmental stewardship with Kevin Browning; and more.
On today’s episode: Our host, Matthew, takes us through top headlines from the week: Biola’s 118th birthday celebrations; a new era for Men’s Basketball under Coach Dave Holmquist; environmental stewardship with Kevin Browning; the metal sounds of His Last Breath; and a full slate of Conservatory...
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California mileage tax to replace gas tax; women's basketball comes to a close; baseball season is underway; and more.
On today’s episode: Our host, Reagan Glidewell, takes us through top headlines from the week: California mileage tax to replace gas tax; women’s basketball, baseball, Biola's Conservatory of Music and more. Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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Biola appoints new Chief of Campus Safety; women’s tennis sweeps opener; track and field look ahead to strong year; and more
Our host, Matthew Garcia, takes us through top headlines from the week: President Barry Corey announces Randy Chung as Biola’s new Chief of Campus Safety; women’s tennis opens the season with a dominant win; men’s and women’s track and field look ahead to another strong year; Noah Kahan announces…
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Afterdark Chapel Addresses Abortion; Spring Intramurals Return; Woven Conference Kicks Off; Biola Hosts Homecoming and More
Our host, Jae Koo, takes us through top headlines from the week: Dr. Thaddeus Williams speaks at Biola’s Afterdark Chapel on abortion and Gospel grace; spring intramural sports return to campus; the 2026 Woven Conference kicks off; Biola Opera presents The Merry Widow; and Homecoming 2026 events...
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Pentagon sued over new media rules; deadly U.S. strike raises legality questions; Pope calls for U.S.–Venezuela diplomacy; LA housing instability grows; and more.
Our host, Matthew Garcia, takes us through top headlines from the week: the New York Times files a lawsuit against new Pentagon media rules; the U.S. military conducts a deadly strike on a Venezuelan boat; Pope Leo urges the Trump administration to seek dialogue with Venezuela; projected federal...
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SoCal Flood Warnings, Greene Resigns, Epstein Documents Ordered Released, Nigeria Kidnapping Crisis
Our host, Jae Koo, takes us through top headlines from the week: heavy storms sweep Southern California; Marjorie Taylor Greene announces her resignation from Congress; President Trump signs a bill ordering the release of the Epstein files; 25 schoolgirls are kidnapped in Northwestern Nigeria…
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Heavy rains return, OC schools locked down after bomb threats, federal government reopens, and more
On today’s episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, walks us through the week’s top headlines — including multiple bomb threats that placed four Fullerton schools and a hospital on lockdown, the end of a 43-day federal government shutdown, and rising tensions as the U.S. Navy’s largest aircraft carrier...
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Government shutdown continues for longest in U.S. history, Proposition 50 passes in California, NYC elects Zohran Mamdani, and more
On today’s episode: Our host, Jae Koo, takes us through the week’s top headlines — from the tragic UPS plane crash in Kentucky and the record-breaking government shutdown, to updates on SNAP benefits and New York’s newly elected mayor, Zohran Mamdani. We also cover California’s Proposition 50…
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Biola community celebrates National FirstGen Day
On today’s BONUS episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, talks with FirstGen Interns Christian Sanchez and Gaby Cruz about the National FirstGen Celebration, what it means to be a FirstGen student, and what Biola FirstGen is all about. Find more stories at The Chimes’ website.
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Government shutdown halts food aid for millions; FBI thwarts Halloween terror plot in Michigan; Dodgers earn second straight World Series win; and more.
Our host, Matthew Garcia, takes us through top headlines from the week: the federal government shutdown suspends CalFresh benefits for millions; the FBI thwarts a Halloween terror plot in Michigan; President Trump and Xi Jinping reach a new trade agreement; and the Dodgers celebrate back-to-back...
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LACCD begins $1.5 million student housing initiative; U.S. military strike targets Venezuela-linked vessel; and more
Our host, Jae Koo, takes us through top headlines from the week: Biola swim competes at the MPSF Open Water Championships; California community colleges partner with Nectir to launch AI tutoring; LACCD begins $1.5 million student housing initiative and more.
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Helicopter crash in Huntington Beach; Pentagon restricts press access; Israel and Hamas enact first phase of peace plan; and more.
On today’s episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, takes us through top headlines from the week: Helicopter crash in Huntington Beach leaves five hospitalized; Pentagon restricts press access; Israel and Hamas enact first phase of peace plan; Trump meets with Zelensky at White House; and more. For…
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Palisades Fires suspect arrested; California says goodbye to ultraprocessed foods in public schools; government shutdown continues; and more
On today’s episode: Our host, Reagan Glidewell, takes us through top headlines from the week: Palisades Fires suspect arrested; California says goodbye to ultraprocessed foods in public school meals; government shutdown continues; and more For more details about this week’s headlines: men’s water...
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BONUS: Petifils talks Torrey Conference breakout session; Reed talks new worship band Marra
On today’s BONUS episode: Our host, Reagan Glidewell, talks with Assistant Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity Dr. James Petifils and one of the band members of the group Marra, Tommy Reed, about Torrey Conference and what to expect. For more details about Torrey Conference: Torrey...
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Torrey Conference presents "Childlike"; Chevron refinery erupts in flames; U.S. government shuts down; and more
On today’s episode: Our host, Jae Koo, takes us through top headlines from the week: Torrey Conference kicks off this week; Chevron refinery erupts in flames; the U.S. government enters a shutdown; and more. For more details about this week’s headlines: Biola’s women’s volleyball team; Melt von...
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Torrey conference theme announced, DEI cuts continue, and more
On today’s episode: Our host, Matthew Garcia, takes us through top headlines from the week: Torrey conference theme announced, DEI cuts, and more. For more details about this week’s headlines: DEI cuts; government shutdown October 1; Bodhana Sivanandan chess champion; Biola events Find more…
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Israel launches Gaza ground offensive; Sudan mosque struck by drones; LA metro crime spikes; and more
On today’s episode: Our host, Jae Koo, takes us through top headlines from the week: Israel’s ground offensive in Gaza, a deadly drone strike in Sudan, a new U.S. travel ban affecting international students, and more. For more details about this week's headlines: Israel Attack; Sudan Drone…
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Biola commemorates life and legacy of “Chief O”; Charlie Kirk assassinated; ICE stops continue
On today’s episode: Our host, Reagan Glidewell, takes us through top headlines from the week: the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a school shooting at Evergreen High School, ICE stops, and more. For more details about this week's headlines: Charlie Kirk; Tyler Robinson; Charlie Kirk suspect;...
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PILOT: Hear Biola Theatre actors dramatize ‘The Critic,’ a script by Kendsy Kendall
In "The Critic," a script by Kendsy Kendall, three friends review a movie on their way home from the theater. The feisty one and the patient one uncover some lore behind the movie, which is a great birthday gift for the annoying one. Project VA is a new Biola student podcast from The Torch…
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Introducing The Chimes Media Group: Three of Biola’s student media groups merge as one
We welcomed three student media leaders and their successor to the studio for this episode. Patricia Yang, editor-in-chief of The Chimes, Ethan Arredondo, editor-in-chief of The Point, Hope Li, executive producer of The Torch Podcasting Network and Thomas Rahkola, future editor-in-chief of The...
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First annual Pulchrum Conference seeks to reclaim beauty in community
What does it mean to pursue beauty in community to the point of excellence? What is beauty, anyways? At least in Latin, beauty is pulchrum. The first annual Pulchrum Conference will run from 12:30-7:30 p.m. on April 26. Founded by three undergraduate seniors—George Khoury, Iziphozonke Mlambo and...
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How (Christian) college students misunderstand marriage
On Monday, The Chimes published “The idolization of marriage in Christian culture” by opinion writer Kelly Van Duine. Instead of an interview about current events, this special episode comes straight from the opinions desk as we welcome opinion writers Kelly Van Duine and Ashley Newman to the...
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Mock Rock team leaders drop sneak peeks before the dance battle
Tonight, the Chase Gymnasium will be packed with current and prospective students for Biola’s annual Mock Rock competition. Five teams (Encore, Bropoc, Men of Honor, Hawt Pocketz and Heroes) will compete in a lip-sync dance battle for the title of Mock Rock Champions. Leaders from each team…
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Biola theater presents "A Night of Student-Directed One-Acts"
In this episode, we sit down with the crew of Biola’s one-act shows “Gun and a Motel Bible” and “No Exit”. Check out the full interviews on the Biola Backstage podcast. The show “Gun and a Motel Bible” captures the struggles of Pete as he carries the weight of revenge against his wife’s lover. As...
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Students respond to the call after John Mark Comer session on discipleship
This week, we pick up after Called—last week’s Cook Missions Conference. In this episode, Biola students Pres Wilson, Jason Le, Isaac Kim and Annalinn Crevoiserat share their convictions and reflections on John Mark Comer’s session titled “A new (or really, old) model of discipleship.”…
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Abraham & Isaac: Pack your bags, we’re going to the Cook Missions Conference
The 95th annual Cook Missions Conference is upon us! In this episode we sit down with the two conference directors—Isaac Owen, a senior biology major, and Abraham Chu, a senior intercultural studies major. They tell us about the work involved in putting on the conference and why they chose this...
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Meet one of the student voices behind Biola Athletics' Eagles Broadcast
In this episode, hear how senior journalism major Aaron Rollins started taking photos of Biola’s athletics games for fun, which somehow led to dabbling in play-by-play and a part-time job for Biola Athletics’ Eagles Broadcast on the Pac West Network. The Napa, Calif., native talks about the fun…
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Chimes opinion editor comments on SGA elections process, problems and solutions
Biola’s Student Government Association (SGA) released its election results in an Instagram post last Saturday, Feb. 15. According to the results, the undergraduate student population elected two senators of 10 total senator spots, and did not meet the 10% threshold of votes to elect the…
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Behind the Curtain with the Cast of "She Loves Me"
Dear friend, Last weekend Biola’s Conservatory of Music presented the musical “She Loves Me.” In the story two lovers who correspond through anonymous letters become coworkers at a perfumery without realizing it. The musical follows their path to realizing each other’s identity as “dear friend”…
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SGA candidates campaign with service, seek transparency
Every year, Biola University’s Student Government Association (SGA) holds elections for a new president and vice president as well as new members of the Senate. The Senators represent each residence hall with senators to represent commuters, too. In this episode, host Reagan Glidewell interviews...
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Biola students react to TikTok ban
Last April, the Senate passed legislation that would ban TikTok in the U.S unless its owners agreed to sell the platform. After the app’s parent company ByteDance filed a First Amendment lawsuit challenging the ban, the Supreme Court unanimously ruled in favor of the ban two days before it was…
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Chimes guest writer responds to Biola’s decentralized Unity in Diversity Advisory Council, closed D&I division
In June of 2023, Biola University President Dr. Barry Corey released an internal email statement announcing the closure of the centralized Division of Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) and the opening of the decentralized Unity in Diversity Advisory Council. In an internal email last Thursday, the...
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GoFundMes support Biola community hurting from LA fires
Last week, numerous fires sprung up across L.A. county. The Palisades, Eaton and Hurst fires have burnt over 60 square miles, forcing thousands to evacuate and causing over $250 billion in damages. For more information about the wildfires, see the Los Angeles Times’ Wildfires Map and its ongoing...
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March 9, 2023 - Daily News Update
Newscaster Jake Russo brings news of an attempted airport heist in Chile, the death of two US citizens traveling across Mexico and news regarding North Korea's Kim Jong-un's family.
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Bite-sized podcast episodes with your top news stories from The Chimes and Biola.By Biola University students, for Biola University students. Previously known as Chimes Rundown and KBR Daily News Updates by KBR The Torch.
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