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WUSC News
by WUSC-FM / Garnet Media Group
WUSC News is a thrice-weekly set of news programs produced alongside WUSC-FM, the official student radio station at the University of South Carolina and a GMG partner organization. Live news shows air each Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening at 6 p.m. on WUSC. Listen live on 90.5 FM in the Midlands or via livestream on the station's website, wusc.fm.
Episodes
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The Countdown Episode 16: Recap of Gamecocks vs. Missouri Game
[The Countdown]: [Recap of Gamecocks vs. Missouri Game] This week, we will be going over the Gamecocks loss to Missouri, as well as looking ahead to the Auburn game next week. Hosted by Jay Weaver and Brady Fitzgerald; Produced and edited by Riley Hudson
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The Countdown Episode 15: Florida Gators Football Game Ahead and Gamecock Basketball
[The Countdown]: [Florida Gators Football Game Ahead and Gamecock Basketball] This week, we briefly talk about the upcoming football game against Florida. Then, we talk about the Gamecocks men and women basketball teams. Hosted by Jay Weaver and Brady Fitzgerald; Produced and edited by Riley Hudson
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Politically Inclined Episode 23: Pre-Election Day Coverage
[Politically Inclined]: [Pre-Election Day Coverage] This week, we will be going over two major election seats in America with UofSC Professor Dr. Robert Oldendick. Then, we will give a breakdown of all four candidates for the Columbia mayoral race. Hosted by Issac Lawson and Lydia Blackstone;...
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Local Eyes Episode 17: History of the LGBTQ+ community in Columbia
[Local Eyes]: [History of the LGBTQ+ community in Columbia.] This week, we will be interviewing Jeff March about the history of the pride movement in Columbia. Hosted by Sarah Hudock-Jeffrey and Brianna Rao; Produced and edited by Courtney McClain and Flynn Snyder
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The Countdown Episode 14: Recap of Gamecocks vs. Texas A&M
[The Countdown]: [Recap of Gamecocks vs. Texas A&M] This week, we will be going over the loss to Texas A&M. We will also be speculating on a potential QB swap for the remainder of the season. Then, we will be going over professional sports so far this season. Hosted by Jay Weaver and Brady...
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The Countdown Episode 13: Recap of Vanderbilt Game and Doty’s injury
[The Countdown]: [Recap of Vanderbilt Game and Doty’s injury] This week, we will be going over the Gamecock’s win over Vanderbilt. We will also be talking about Luke Doty’s injury, and what this means for Zeb Noland. Hosted by Jay Weaver and Brady Fitzgerald; Produced and edited by Riley Hudson
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Politically Inclined Episode 22: McMaster’s Seat, Jill Biden, and Our Favorite First Ladies
[Politically Inclined]: [McMaster’s seat, Jill Biden, and Our Favorite First Ladies ] This week, we will be going over Henry McMaster and potential challengers to his seat. We will also talk about how Jill Biden visited South Carolina. Last, we will go over our favorite first ladies over the…
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The Countdown Episode 12: Recap of the Gamecock’s Loss to Tennessee
[The Countdown]: [Recap of the Gamecock’s Loss to Tennessee ] This week, we will be going over the recent loss to Tennesse. Then, we will discuss our homecoming game against Vanderbilt. Hosted by Jay Weaver and Brady Fitzgerald; Produced and edited by Riley Hudson
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The Countdown Episode 11: Recap of the Gamecock’s win over Troy
[The Countdown]: [Recap of the Gamecock’s win over Troy] This week, we will be going over the recent Troy game. Then, we will be taking a look ahead at our next game against Tennessee. Hosted by Jay Weaver and Brady Fitzgerald; Produced and edited by Riley Hudson
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Politically Inclined Episode 21: Harris Pastides, Gov. McMaster, Immigration and more.
[Politically Inclined]: [Harris Pastides, Gov. McMaster, Immigration and more. ] This week, we will be discussing McMaster asking for a meeting with President Biden. We will also be explaining the reasoning behind this meeting, immigration from the southern border. Finally, we will be talking…
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The Countdown Episode 10: Recap of the Gamecock’s loss to the Wildcats
[The Countdown:] [Recep of the Gamecock’s loss to the Wildcats] This week, we will be discussing the disappointing game against Kentucky. Then, we will be looking ahead to the game against Troy. Hosted by Jay Weaver and Brady Fitzgerald Produced and edited by Riley Hudson
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The Countdown Episode 9: Recap of the Gamecocks vs. Georgia Game
[The Countdown]: [Recap of the Gamecocks vs. Georgia Game] This week, we will be taking a closer look at South Carolina’s first loss against Georgia. Hosted by Jay Weaver and Brady Fitzgerald Produced and edited by Riley Hudson
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Hot Topics Episode 27: Fall in Columbia
[Hot Topics]: [Fall in Columbia] This week, we will be talking about different places you can visit to celebrate the Fall season. We will also be interviewing Alex Smith about the Thread Affair event. Hosted by Chelsea Bines and Troy Dassing; Produced and edited by Maryah Nasir
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The Countdown Episode 8: Recap of the Gamecocks vs. East Carolina Game
[The Countdown]: [Recap of the Gamecocks vs. East Carolina Game] This week, we will be taking a closer look at what the win over East Carolina means for the team and coach Beamer. Host: Jay Weaver and Brady Fitzgerald Producer: Riley Hudson
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Hot Topics Episode 26: What Are the Best Restaurants in Columbia?
[Hot Topics]: [What Are the Best Restaurants in Columbia? ] This week, we will be talking about the hottest restaurants in Columbia. We will also be interviewing the chef from the local restaurant, Palate. Hosted by Chelsea Bines and Troy Dassing; Produced and edited by Maryah Nasir
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The Countdown Episode 7: Could Quarterback Luke Doty Be Out for the Remainder of the Season?
[The Countdown]: [Could Quarterback Luke Doty Be Out for the Remainder of the Season?] This week, we will break down all the changes from last season and look at key additions from the offense and defense. Hosted by Brady Fitzgerald and Jay Weaver; Produced and edited by Riley Hudson
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The Countdown Episode 6: An Interview Chris Phillips from The Spurs Up Show
The Countdown Episode 6: An Interview Chris Phillips from The Spurs Up Show Jay and Brady talk with Chris Phillip, host of The Spurs Up Show about all things Gamecock sports including the future for Frank Martin and what he expects out of Shane Beamer's first year as football head coach. Hosted…
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Politically Inclined Episode 20: South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace
Politically Inclined Episode 20: South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace This week, Kendall and Lydia talk with South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace. Hear her thoughts on possible vaccine passports, polarization in politics and why she is the new voice for the GOP. Hosted by Kendall Smith and...
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Politically Inclined Episode 19: An Interview with Mayoral Candidate Tameika Isaac Devine
Politically Inclined Episode 19: An Interview with Mayoral Candidate Tameika Isaac Devine This week, Kendall and Lydia sit down with Columbia mayoral and At-large City Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine. Hear her plans about affordable housing, city development and inclusion in Columbia. Hosted by...
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Hot Topics Episode 25: Fireflies, Artista Vista and the 1593 Project
Hot Topics Episode 25: Fireflies, Artists Vista and the 1593 Projects This week, Troy joins the show as host as he and Flynn discuss the fireflies natural event taking place at Congaree National Park. Then they take a turn to the arts with a discussion of the Artista Vista festival coming to the...
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Hot Topics Episode 24: Montero, Gamecock Women’s Basketball and a sit down with a New Local Podcast
Hot Topics Episode 24: Montero, Gamecock Women’s Basketball and a sit down with a New Local Podcast This week, we discuss the controversial Lil Nas X music video. We also take a look at the Women’s Basketball Team's Final Four matchup and discuss a new podcast coming to Cola that focuses on Cola....
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Politically Inclined Episode 18: Covid Vaccines & Biden’s First Press Conference
Politically Inclined Episode 18: Covid Vaccines & Biden's First Press Conference On this weeks episode, Lydia and Kendall discuss the new eligibility rules for COVID-19 vaccines in South Carolina. As of Thursday, anyone 16 and older in the state is now eligible for the COVID vaccine. Also,...
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The Countdown Episode 5: An Interview with Gamecock Tennis Star Mia Horvit
The Countdown Episode 5: An Interview with Gamecock Tennis Star Mia Horvit Brady and Jay talk with star Gamecock tennis player Mia Horvit about how the women's team is looking as they come closer to the SEC Tournament. Plus, get up-to-date stats and analysis on the women's basketball team's march...
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Local Eyes Episode 16: Holly James from the Carolina Equality Alliance
Local Eyes Episode 16: Holly James from the Carolina Equality Alliance This week, Local Eyes talks with Holly James from the Carolina Equality Alliance. James addresses the impacts of anti-trans legislation in South Carolina, and the potential impacts of removing certain protections from the bill...
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Hot Topics Episode 23: Aliyah Boston, Pop-up Fairs, and a UofSC Oriented Bracket
Hot Topics Episode 23: Aliyah Boston, Pop-up Fairs, and a UofSC Oriented Bracket This week, we talk about a series of concerts the school of music is putting on to honor pandemic frontline workers. Trey discuss a pop-up fair he attended that appeared outside the Dutch Fork Mall seemingly…
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Politically Inclined Episode 17: An interview with Mayoral Candidate Sam Johnson and Religious Freedom Act
Politically Inclined Episode 17: An interview with Mayoral Candidate Sam Johnson and Religious Freedom Act On this week’s episode, we are joined by mayoral candidate Sam Johnson. Sam is a UofSC alum who shared his plans on how he hopes to win the mayoral election this upcoming fall, what he plans...
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Hot Topics Episode 22: GMG Best of Carolina and a Conversation with Student Filmmaker Max Joseph
Hot Topics Episode 22: GMG Best of Carolina and a Conversation with Student Filmmaker Max Joseph This week, we get an inside look into the creation of Garnet Media Group’s Best of Carolina 2021 production and some winners announced right here on Hot Topics. Then, we sit down with Max Joseph, the...
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Politically Inclined Episode 16: An Interview with Alex Harrell and International Women's Day
Politically Inclined Episode 16: An Interview with Alex Harrell and International Women's Day On this week's show, we are joined by Student Body Government president-elect Alex Harrell. He shares with us his plans for his time as president and hints at some good news for seniors hoping for an...
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Hot Topics Episode 21: Hip Hop Coffee, Student Government Announcements, and Restrictions in Five Points Lifted
Hot Topics Episode 22: Hip Hop Coffee, Student Government Announcements, and Restrictions in Five Points Lifted This week, Trey Martin is back in the studio to discuss Hip Hop night from Curiosity Coffee Bar that he attended last week. Then, we take a look at the results of the Student Government...
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The Countdown Episode 4: Baseball Hot Streak and a Preview of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament
The Countdown Episode 4: Baseball Hot Streak and a Preview of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament Brady and Jay break down a red hot Carolina baseball team and the mixed results ending to both basketball seasons. Plus, some good news! Listen to find out why the two are particularly excited…
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Hot Topics Episode 20: Student Government Updates, Daft Punk Breaks Up and an Interview with Krishna Alexander, VP of the UofSC Chapter of the NAACP
Hot Topics Episode 20: Student Government Updates, Daft Punk Breaks Up and an Interview with Krishna Alexander, VP of the UofSC Chapter of the NAACP This week, Troy Dassing is in for Trey as we talk breaking updates from the student body government elections and what's coming next. Then, a...
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Politically Inclined Episode 14: The 'Fetal Heart Beat Bill'
Politically Inclined Episode 14: The 'Fetal Heart Beat Bill' South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster signed the 'Fetal Heart Beat Bill' into law – a measure banning most abortions if a heartbeat is detected. However, shortly after, a federal judge blocked the measure from taking effect. On today's...
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Hot Topics Episode 19: Wild Winter Weather, Wells Fargo Investment and a Sit Down with Emily Dengler from the Evolve Campaign
Hot Topics Episode 20: Wild Winter Weather, Wells Fargo Investment and a Sit Down with Emily Dengler from the Evolve Campaign This week, we discuss the winter weather sweeping across the nation and how Wells Fargo is enacting change through Black-owned banks, including one in right here in...
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Hot Topics Episode 18: The Super Bowl Halftime Show, an Interview with a Bucs Photographer and Chick-Fil-A Directing Covid-19 Vaccinations
Hot Topics Episode 19: The Super Bowl Halftime Show, an Interview with a Bucs Photographer and Chick-Fil-A Directing Covid-19 Vaccinations This week we discuss The Weeknd’s Super Bowl Halftime show and how he put his own funds first. We also got a chance to sit down with Tori Richman, a Tampa Bay...
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The Countdown Episode 3: Basketball Break Down
The Countdown Episode 3: Basketball Break Down Brady and Jay discuss the aftermath of the women's basketball loss to UConn and how the Gamecocks can reclaim their number 1 ranking. Then, Brady covers the men's basketball team loss against Alabama. Finally, the two recap a Super Bowl unlike any...
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The Countdown Episode 2: Basketball Recap and Super Bowl LV Preview
The Countdown Episode 2: Basketball Recap and Super Bowl LV Preview Brady and Jay take a deep dive into South Carolina's Men's and Women's basketball teams and look at their upcoming schedules. Then, they discuss Shane Beamers recruiting class and the bright stars that are coming into the…
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Hot Topics Episode 17: A New Exhibit at the Cola Museum of Art, Savage Craft Brewery Opening and Vaccination Volunteering
Hot Topics Episode 18: A New Exhibit at the Cola Museum of Art, Savage Craft Brewery Opening and Vaccination Volunteering This week on Hot Topics, we discuss a unique exhibit headed to the Columbia Museum of Art and how you can get in early. We also look into the newly opened brewery hitting West...
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The Countdown Episode 1: UofSC Basketball Recap and Coach Beamer's Newest Transfers
[The Countdown Episode 1]: [UofSC Basketball Recap and Coach Beamer's Newest Transfers] Host Brady Fitzgerald and Cohost Jay Weaver break down South Carolina’s men and women’s basketball teams, and look ahead to both of their schedules. Then, they discuss more of Shane Beamers acquisitions from…
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Hot Topics Episode 16: Gamestop Stock Surge, SC Flag Debate and the Sundance Film Festival Comes to Cola
Hot Topics Episode 17: Gamestock Stock Surge, SC Flag Debate, and the Sundance Film Festival Comes to Cola. This week we discuss the wild past few days that Gamestop has experienced in the stock market and its interesting potential future. We also cover a debate raging across the Palmetto state:...
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Local Eyes Episode 15: BoBerry Biscuits and Historic Inauguration
Local Eyes Episode 15: Blueberry Biscuits and Historic Inauguration WACH Fox’s Mike Uva stops by to tell the story of how a drive-thru mishap at Bojangles resulted in a viral new menu item. Also, we break down the historic inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, as...
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Hot Topics Episode 15: The Presidential Inauguration, New A'ja Wilson Statue and 101 Women Who Shaped South Carolina
Hot Topics: Episode 16: The Presidential Inauguration, New A'ja Wilson Statue and 101 Women Who Shaped South Carolina ] Joe Biden is now the 46th President of the United States. In this episode, we recap an Inauguration Day unlike any other including South Carolina's connection to the day's...
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Local Eyes Episode 14: Sexual Harassment Lawsuit and Community Gardens
WUSC News: 12/11/20 Two former instructors have issued sexual harassment lawsuits against visual arts professor David Voros two years after a student lodged similar allegations against him. Also, a look at a community organization with the goal of giving Columbia access to fresh produce during…
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Hottopics Episode 14: Gamecock Football, Yarn Bombing and the Amethyst Project
WUSC News: 12/9/20 Gamecock Football has announced their new coach Shane Beamer to lead the team next season. We also discuss yarn bombing that has taken Main Street Columbia by storm and a sit down with local musician Brandon Huggins of the Amethyst Project. Hosted by Flynn Snyder and Troy...
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Local Eyes Episode 13: Thanksgiving and Muschamp
WUSC News: 11/20/20 Nicole Maskiell, assistant professor in the Department of History, talks about the history of Thanksgiving. Also, Tom Santaniello, Executive Producer for SGTV’s Capital City Sports, discusses the firing of Will Muschamp and what it means for the rest of the football season....
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Hottopics Episode 13: Coaches, Claws, Consoles and More
WUSC News: 11/18/20 This week we discuss ex-head coach Will Muschamp being relieved of his duties as head coach. We cover everything you’ll need to know about Top Golf at Williams Brice. A look into the new White Claw brewery coming to Richland county and a discussion of new tech and a campus…
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Politically Inclined Episode 13: A Divided Future?
WUSC News: 11/16/20 Democratic Party infighting between centrists and progressives has the future of the party hanging by a thread. South Carolina State Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter to join us on what she thinks needs to happen to create a more united party. Then, we look at our neighbors in...
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Local Eyes Episode 12: COVID Vaccine and Spring Break
WUSC News: 11/13/20 Faculty Senate Chair Mark Cooper discusses the university’s plans for the spring semester. Also, epidemiologist Dr. Myriam Torres discusses the rise in COVID cases and the state of the development of a vaccine. Hosted by Erin Slowey and Ward Jolles; Produced by Mary-Bryant...
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Hottopics Episode 12: Remembering Alex Trebek and Discussing Local Student Film
WUSC News: 11/11/20 This week we got the chance to interview a real Jeopardy contestant and discuss his interactions with the one and only Alex Trebek as we look back at his life in remembrance. We also take time to talk with Fen Rockwell, creator of the award winning student film, Georgian Lens....
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Politically Inclined Episode 12: Victories and Losses
WUSC News: 11/9/20 It’s official: Joe Biden will be the 46th president of the United States. However, President Trump has yet to concede. We talk to WUSC political correspondent Kendall Smith about the general election results and if the Trump team’s lawsuits could effect them. Then, South…
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Local Eyes Episode 11: Election Results and Texas A&M
WUSC News: 11/6/20 Executive Sports Producer for SGTV Tom Santaniello and Sports Writer for Texas A&M Casey Stagenhaven discuss the upcoming football game between the Aggies and the Gamecocks. Also, political correspondents Tyler Fedor and Kailey Cota discuss the results of the 2020 presidential...
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WUSC News is a thrice-weekly set of news programs produced alongside WUSC-FM, the official student radio station at the University of South Carolina and a GMG partner organization. Live news shows air each Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening at 6 p.m. on WUSC. Listen live on 90.5 FM in the Midlands or via livestream on the station's website, wusc.fm.
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