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April

April 11, 2025

KNX-AM radio [link n/a] highlighted the LA Barometer survey from the Center for Economic and Social Research on the impact of wildfires on housing insecurity.

April 10, 2025

Mirage News highlighted the Brain and Creativity Institute  for research on how nostalgic music activates memory and emotion-related brain regions.

The New York Times quoted John Tower on affordable science-backed strategies to support longevity.

LAist highlighted research by the Center for Economic and Social Research for its findings on housing insecurity and wildfire displacement in L.A. County.

Los Angeles Daily News highlighted the Center for Economic and Social Research for its survey on how housing-insecure Angelenos were disproportionately impacted by recent wildfires.

NPR spoke with Viet Thanh Nguyen about his new book, To Save and to Destroy: Writing as an Other.

Newsweek quoted Jonathan Aronson in a story about the impacts of the Trump administration’s tariffs on California.

Moneycontrol covered a study by Nicholas Warner, based on M-theory, which suggests that black holes may contain “supermazes,” which are intricate, multidimensional structures formed by intersecting strings and branes.

Spectrum News 1 [link n/a] highlighted the LA Barometer survey from the Center for Economic and Social Research on wildfire impacts and housing insecurity.

WIRED quoted Stanley Rosen on how U.S.-China trade tensions are affecting Hollywood’s influence abroad. Skeptic Society Magazine covered the story, which originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times.

April 9, 2025

Western Journal and Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen in a story discussing how China is considering reducing or banning the import of U.S. films in response to Trump’s tariffs.

Connectas quoted Pamela Starr in a story talking about the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs on the relationship between Mexico and the U.S.

The Miscellany News spoke with Karen Tongson about the appeal of “normporn” TV and its cultural resonance for queer viewers.

April 8, 2025

TIME quoted Antonio Bento on how new tariffs could raise costs for both clean energy and fossil fuel industries.

Scientific American spoke with Nicholas Warner about a study he co-authored proposing that black holes may be complex mazes of multidimensional strings.

Forbes featured a study lead by Jennifer Ailshire exploring how living in high-heat areas may accelerate biological aging.

Commonweal Magazine highlighted the Institute for Advanced Catholic Studies for co-hosting a forum on nuclear disarmament and deterrence.

American-Statesman quoted Monica Morlacco in a story about how iPhone prices may increase due to tariffs. Yahoo News reposted the article.

KCRW-FM [link n/a] interviewed Noelle Held about how her and her students test ocean water for microbes.

IFL Science quoted Emily Liman about research suggesting there could be a sixth basic taste. Newsbreak reposted the story.

April 7, 2025

Alta Online published an essay by William Deverel about Alexis Madrigal’s new book on Oakland’s social and economic history.

Review Energy quoted Manuel Pastor about lithium extraction efforts in California’s Imperial Valley.

BNS Global News highlighted the Institute of Armenian Studies for hosting a conference on science, technology, and the Armenian diasporic experience.

April 5, 2025

Buffalo Healthy Living highlighted Morteza Dehghani for his participation in a global conference on media and morality.

April 4, 2025

Newsweek quoted Jonathan Aronson about the economic impact of new tariffs on California. Rock Hill Herald covered the story. Aronson spoke with the Los Angeles Times about California’s response to global trade tensions

Nikkei Asia published an op-ed by Derek Grossman on U.S.-Taiwan security relations.

Expansión spoke with Pamela Starr about the potential implications of new tariffs on the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.

Spectrum News 1 [link n/a] spoke with William Berelson about USC Dornsife Public Exchange’s Urban Trees initiative.

Time News highlighted research by the  Brain and Creativity Institute on how music activates memory and emotion. Newsy Today covered the story. 

Mirage News highlighted research by Nicholas Warner for introducing a new string theory-based framework to map black hole microstructure. Phys.org covered the story.

Future Media News spoke with Monica Morlacco about how tariffs work.

Stacker covered a study by Jennifer Ailshire on how extreme heat accelerates biological aging. WSOC-TV covered the findings.

The Independent covered research by John Monterosso on how sucralose may increase hunger and affect brain activity. Science Alert, Body + Soul, Geo TV, Rolling Out, Medscape and Yahoo covered the story.

April 3, 2025

Zócalo Public Square published an essay by Shushan Karapetian and Maral Tavitian about how displaced Armenians from Artsakh are preserving their identity in Los Angeles.

Philanthropy News Digest highlighted USC Dornsife for receiving a $15 million gift supporting sustainable energy research.

The Emancipator highlighted Viet Nguyen for his new book To Save and to Destroy on literature, dissent, and political solidarity.

Planetizen cited a study by the Public Exchange program about how updating L.A.’s tree planting rules could improve shade equity in underserved neighborhoods. Planetizen also highlighted the program’s role in a statewide initiative exploring solar panel installation over California’s canals.

Beachcomber quoted Jonathan Aronson on the economic uncertainty caused by new tariffs.

April 2, 2025

WHYY-TV quoted Assal Habibi about a USC study linking arts programs to improved student development and academic success.

The Orange County Register highlighted Danzy Senna for her novel Colored Television, named one of 2024’s impactful books by California authors. Los Angeles Daily News and The Modesto Bee covered the story.

The Orange County Register highlighted Percival Everett for his novel James, named one of 2024’s impactful books by California authors. Los Angeles Daily News and The Modesto Bee covered the story.

Mirage News quoted Mercedeh Khajavikhan for a story discussing a study she co-authored on a new optical filter that isolates and preserves quantum entanglement. SciTechDaily covered the study.

The Los Angeles Sentinel covered Manuel Pastor’s appearance at a summit on equitable access to jobs in emerging industries.

The San Francisco Chronicle quoted Jonathan Aronson for a story on how new tariffs could affect car prices.

April 1, 2025

The Los Angeles Times quoted Kambiz Akhavan about California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s podcast and political positioning.

The Los Angeles Business Journal cited a USC Dornsife study in a story on food insecurity in Los Angeles.

March

March 31, 2025

The Santa Monica Mirror spoke with Josh West and Sam Silva about a USC-led project offering free soil testing after wildfires.

The Times Higher Education quoted Darby Saxbe for a story on U.S. scientists and students reconsidering academic futures abroad.

The Los Angeles Times spoke with Diana York Blaine for a story on cultural fascination with singer Selena’s death and legacy. Yahoo Entertainment and AOL republished the article. 

The Minnesota Star Tribune highlighted Viet Thanh Nguyen for a review of his book To Save and to Destroy: Writing as an Other.

Publishers Weekly highlighted Karen G. Lloyd for her new book Intraterrestrials: Discovering the Strangest Life on Earth.

The Telegraph (India) quoted Jennifer Ailshire on her research showing how extreme heat may accelerate biological ageing.

ArtDaily covered Enrique Martínez Celaya’s exhibition “The Wilderness” at Gallery Wendi Norris in San Francisco, exploring themes of humanity and nature.

SciTechDaily covered a study co-authored by John Monterosso on how sucralose may increase hunger by altering brain activity.

March 30, 2025

The Washington Post quoted Esther Margulies for a story on the future of palm trees in fire-prone Los Angeles.

USA Today quoted Manuel Pastor  for a story on the push to restore California’s Salton Sea. AOL covered the story.

The Friends Like Us podcast series hosted Brittany Friedman for a discussion on her new book Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons.

Yahoo Life published an essay by Tok Thompson on the ancient roots of Easter Bunny traditions. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

March 29, 2025

The New Books in History podcast spoke with Nathan Perl-Rosenthal about his new book The Age of Revolutions: And the Generations Who Made It.

Mirage News quoted Manuel Pastor on the potential of building a lithium economy in the Salton Sea region.

The Record Gazette covered a study by Jennifer Ailshire on how extreme heat may accelerate biological aging.

March 28, 2025

Earth.com spoke with John Vidale about new seismic evidence revealing Earth’s inner core is rotating backwards.

Patch highlighted Percival Everett  for winning the 2025 Stowe Center for Literary Activism Stowe Prize for his novel, James.

March 27, 2025

ABC News quoted Jeffrey Fields on the handling and classification of sensitive information.

KCRW’s Press Play interviewed Josh West about testing soil for toxins after wildfires.

KOGO-AM radio [link n/a] spoke with Monica Dean about a USC-led study exploring solar panels over California’s canals.

March 26, 2025

Mirage News quoted Laura Messier in a story discussing new research on updating tree rules to reduce shade inequity. Phys.org covered the findings.

The Northwest Explorer spoke with Jennifer Ailshire about her research on how extreme heat can accelerate biological aging. Lifespan.IO covered the findings. 

Solar Daily highlighted the Public Exchange program for an article discussing a research initiative to expand solar panels over California’s canals. Solar Power World, Eurasia Review, Scienmag, PV Magazine, Clean Technica, and the Turlock Journal covered the story.

Scienmag highlighted research by the Spatial Sciences Institute on how revising tree regulations could promote equity in urban green spaces.

Eureka Alert! highlighted a study co-authored by John Monterosso on how sucralose disrupts brain signals linked to hunger and appetite.

March 25, 2025

Alta Online published an essay by William Deverell on Octavia Butler’s novel Parable of the Sower.

Alta Online published an essay by Natalia Molina about how California novels reflect the state’s rich diversity and complexity.

The Columbian quoted Kris Pardo in a story discussing new research on dark energy.

KPLA-FM [link n/a] radio mentioned Wendy Wood for her research on bad habits.

The Easley Progress highlighted Percival Everett for headlining the 18th annual Clemson Literary Festival.

March 22, 2025

The Calexico Chronicle cited the Equity Research Institute in a story on a student-led survey highlighting educational and economic challenges in Imperial Valley.

The Washington Post spoke with Tadeja Gracner about her research on early-life sugar intake and long-term health. MENAFN and The Peninsula Qatar covered the story.

The Paradise published a review by Stefano Rebeggiani on the new biblical film The Last Supper.

The i Paper highlighted Percival Everett for sharing five classic novels that influenced his writing. The New York Times spoke with Everett about his role in shaping contemporary Black satire.

Physics World quoted Daniel Lidar for a story about a Canadian company’s claim of achieving quantum advantage in physics simulations.

March 21, 2025

Irish Examiner quoted Wendy Wood in a story about sticking to daily habits.

The New York Times quoted Darby Saxbe on how quotidian moments can foster creativity in children.

March 20, 2025

Fortune spoke with Jeb Barnes about Elon Musk’s strategy of securing government subsidies. Newsbreak republished the article.

NBC News quoted Kris Pardo for a story on new findings about dark energy and the fate of the universe. ABC News covered the story.

March 19, 2025

Associated Press quoted Kris Pardo for a story on new findings about dark energy and the fate of the universe. CBS News and The Independent covered the story.

Healio covered a study co-authored by Jennifer Ailshire which found that extreme heat may accelerate aging.

News Minimalist highlighted Luka Jones or earning a PhD from USC while advancing his acting career.

Los Angeles Times covered a study by William Berelson which found that Los Angeles’ urban trees absorb more CO2 than expected.

Yahoo Finance interviewed Jeb Barnes about how Elon Musk strategically secures government funding to support his businesses.

March 18, 2025

The New York Times spoke with Danzy Senna for a story on why Black satire resonates in today’s political climate.

March 17, 2025

LAist covered a study co-authored by Jennifer Ailshire, linking extreme heat to accelerated aging. 

The Tucson Sentinel republished an article by Lisa Bitel on the myths and historical facts about St. Patrick.

The Mornings with Simi podcast spoke with Jason Buhle about the psychology of restaurant menus.

The Columbia University Press blog published an essay by Emily Hodgson Anderson on balancing motherhood and the writing life.

March 16, 2025

NewsPub spoke with Jonathan Aronson about the impact of tariffs on businesses and the economy. ArcaMax covered the story.

Yahoo published an article by Lisa Bitel on the myths and historical facts about St. Patrick. Yahoo News UK republished the story, which originally appeared in The Conversation.

The Independent (Nigeria) republished an essay by Emily Hodgson Anderson on writing, solitude, and creative life. The article originally appeared in LitHub.

March 15, 2025

Los Angeles Daily News quoted Mary Helen Immordino-Yang on the challenges facing Pasadena’s school district after the Eaton fire. Whittier Daily News covered the story.

E-International Relations interviewed Gerardo Munck about democracy, state formation, and the evolution of social science research.

The Queer Review mentioned Karen Tongson for her take on Rocky Horror’s cultural impact.

March 14, 2025

Clemson News highlighted Percival Everett as the headliner for the Clemson Literary Festival.

Los Angeles Review of Books interviewed David St. John about his new poetry collection, Prayer for My Daughter.

Forbes Newsroom spoke with Christian Grose about California’s governor race.

CT Insider and Esquire covered a study by Jennifer Ailshire which found that extreme heat may accelerate aging.

Los Angeles Times quoted Jonathan Aronson in a story discussing the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs on local businesses in California. Yahoo Finance covered the story.

C-SPAN featured Audrye Wong in a panel discussing foreign influence in democracies.

Nikkei Asia posted an article by Derek Grossman about why India is quietly strengthening its ties with Afghanistan’s Taliban government.

March 13, 2025

Delish spoke with Jason Buhle about the psychology of restaurant menus. Yahoo Life reposted the story.

The Times Union quoted Ann Owens on school demographics and its impact on educational equity.

Esquire Philippines highlighted a study by Jennifer Ailshire on the link between extreme heat and biological aging.

NPR spoke with Doug Capone about the discovery of a nitrogen-fixing cell structure that could revolutionize farming.

90.7 WMFE [link n/a] spoke with Mary Helen Immordino-Yang about her research on how deep thinking shapes adolescent brain development.

The Guardian included Percival Everett in their list of must-read books for the year for his novel James. LitHub covered Everett’s nomination for the 2025 Aspen Words Literary Prize.

The Orange County Register spoke with Monica Morlacco about U.S. tariffs on Canadian energy imports. The story originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times.

ABC 6 quoted Meredith Lepley on challenges employees face as companies mandate a return to the office.

Monterey County Weekly interviewed Michael Messner about his new book, The High School, which examines yearbooks as a lens on societal change.

March 12, 2025

The New York Times spoke with Josh West about the lingering environmental hazards in wildfire burn zones.

KNX-AM [link n/a] spoke with Robert English about a possible Ukraine ceasefire.

March 11, 2025

CNN [link n/a] spoke with Robert English about U.S. pressure on Ukraine in negotiations with Russia.

KTLA [link n/a] highlighted co-authored by Christoph Haselwandter on how protein clusters could potentially affect muscular dystrophy treatments.

Courthouse News Service quoted Pamela Starr on Mexico’s response to U.S. tariff threats. Big News Network covered the story. 

KPFA 94.1 spoke with Brittany Friedman about her book, Carceral Apartheid: How Lies & White Supremacists Run Our Prisons.

Afro LA spoke with William Deverell about rebuilding after the L.A. wildfires.

March 10, 2025

AZ Animals interviewed Craig Stanford about his research on primate behavior, conservation, and working with Jane Goodall.

The Conversation spoke with Lindsay O’Neill about her book The Two Princes of Mpfumo and the impact of the transatlantic slave trade. Inkl republished the article.

The Columbian quoted Bernadeth Tolentino on the impact of wildfire runoff on kelp ecosystems. The article originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times

Yahoo Entertainment quoted Stanley Rosen on the box office success and cultural impact of the Chinese film Ne Zha 2.

Spectrum News 1 [link n/a] spoke with Jonathan Aronson about the impact of the U.S.-China trade tensions on jobs and the economy.

Newz Junky covered Percival Everett’s upcoming lecture on his novel James at the Cape Vincent Community Library.

March 9, 2025

News 24 highlighted the research of Christoph Haselwandter, Fabien Pinaud, and Carlos Alas for discovering how protein clusters could aid muscular dystrophy treatment. Business and America covered their findings. 

News 18 covered a study co-authored by Jennifer Ailshire on extreme heat and its potential link to accelerated aging.

Deseret News highlighted Edward McCaffery for his insights on government expansion and IRS workforce cuts.

March 8, 2025

Mirage News cited a report from the Center for Applied Research in Education on civics education, free speech, and DEI on college campuses.

March 7, 2025

France 24 spoke with Paul Lerner about historical parallels between the current U.S. administration and past authoritarian regimes.

IFL Science spoke with Jason Fulman about the math behind the best way to shuffle a deck of cards.

Spectrum News 1 cited a report by the Equity Research Institute in a story on how communities are organizing to support their immigrant neighbors.

Whittier Daily News spoke with William Berelson about his research on how L.A. trees absorb pollution. The San Gabriel Valley Tribune covered his findings. 

Los Angeles Daily News spoke with Monica Morlacco about U.S. tariffs on Canadian energy imports.

News Finale quoted Diane Winston on the role of faith-based content in streaming services.

The Rafu Shimpo highlighted Duncan Ryūken Williams for joining the Japanese American National Museum Board of Governors.

March 6, 2025

Pasadena Now covered Percival Everett’s discussion of his novel James at Pasadena’s One City, One Story event.

Phys.org highlighted the research of Christoph Haselwandter, Fabien Pinaud, and Carlos Alas, for discovering how protein clusters could aid muscular dystrophy treatment. Archynewsy, News Minimalist, Science Daily, World Today News, and Technology Networks covered their findings. 

The Los Angeles Times quoted Pamela Starr on the U.S. administration’s tariff policy reversal and its economic impact. ArcaMax covered the story.

The Los Angeles Times featured Richard Flory in their letters to the editor section, discussing reactions to federal wildfire relief efforts.

Foreign Policy published an op-ed by Derek Grossman on how shifting U.S.-Russia-China relations could impact the Indo-Pacific.

March 5, 2025

NPR spoke with Dana Goldman about Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the nominee to take over the National Institutes of Health.

LitHub highlighted Emily Hodgson Anderson by publishing an excerpt from her new book Shadow Work: Loneliness and the Literary Life.

EurekaAlert! covered the research of Christoph Haselwandter, Fabien Pinaud, and Carlos Alas for discovering how protein clusters could aid muscular dystrophy treatment. News Medical also covered their findings.

The Austin American-Statesman quoted Monica Morlacco  on the impact of tariffs.

March 4, 2025

Broadway World quoted Assal Habibi in a story about a USC study on music’s impact on adolescent brain development.

Mirage News quoted Manuel Pastor on health insurance gaps for Black immigrants in the U.S. Med India, Scienmag, and Life Technology covered the findings. 

NBC Los Angeles covered a study by William Berelson which showed that trees may absorb more carbon dioxide than previously thought. KKOH-AM radio [link n/a] also spoke with Berelson about the study.

KABC [link n/a] spoke with Jonathan Aronson about the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs on international relations.

The Wesleyan Argus highlighted Percival Everett for receiving an honorary degree from Wesleyan University. The Associated Press reported on Everett’s nomination or the PEN/Faulkner Award in fiction for his novel James.  Martha’s Vineyard spoke with Everett about his writing process.

March 3, 2025

C-SPAN featured Brittany Friedman in their Lectures in History podcast to discuss the formation and evolution of American prison gangs in the 20th and 21st centuries.

Public News Service spoke with William Berelson about his study on how urban trees in Los Angeles absorb carbon dioxide.

The Ahmedabad Mirror cited a study by Jennifer Ailshire on extreme heat and its potential link to accelerated aging.

The Los Angeles Times quoted Bob Shrum in a story on Californians’ growing concerns about threats to democracy.

ABC7 spoke with Seth John about his research on soil contamination in areas affected by the Eaton and Palisades fires.

HuffPost quoted Monica Morlacco for a story on the economic impact of tariffs on consumer prices.

NBC News [link n/a] spoke with Robert English about U.S. military aid to Ukraine.

March 2, 2025

The New York Times quoted Diane Winston on streaming services investing in faith-based entertainment. The Best Times covered the story.

The Los Angeles Times spoke with Bernadeth Tolentino and Sergey Nuzhdin about their research on the impact of wildfire runoff on kelp forests.

March 1, 2025

The Hill quoted Christian Grose on how Kamala Harris’s potential run is shaping the 2028 California governor’s race. News Finale covered the story.

Pasadena Now mentioned Percival Everett for his participation as a speaker in Pasadena’s One City, One Story program.

February

February 28, 2025

The Hill covered a study co-authored by Jennifer Ailshire on extreme heat and its potential link to accelerated aging. Yahoo News New Zealand, Millennium Post, Drugs.com, Best Life, and Environmental News Network covered the findings.

The Los Angeles Times quoted Pamela Starr on Mexico’s efforts to avert proposed U.S. tariffs. Yahoo News covered the story.

KCRW [link n/a] cited a study by William Berelson on how trees in Los Angeles absorb carbon emissions. Planetizen and Tech and Science Post covered the findings. 

The Guardian highlighted Percival Everett in a review of the audiobook narration of his novel James.

February 27, 2025

The New York Times covered a study co-authored by Jennifer Ailshire on extreme heat and its potential link to accelerated aging. The Independent, The Economic Times, Australian Broadcasting Corporation, World Stock Market, Hometown Register, Bloomer Advance, Social Care Today, Mirage News, India Today, Health 365, Health Day, Scienmag, and U.S. News & World Report covered the story. 

NPR [link n/a] spoke with William Berelson about a USC Dornsife study revealing that trees in Los Angeles absorb more CO₂ than expected.

Earth highlighted a USC Dornsife study which revealed that L.A. trees absorb more CO2 emissions than expected. Ecowatch also covered their findings.

Spectrum News 1 spoke with Christian Grose about recent remarks by the U.S. Representative Robert Garcia.

Spectrum News 1 [link n/a] spoke with Robert English about U.S. policy on Ukraine and its geopolitical implications.

February 26, 2025

AARP interviewed Percival Everett about the popularity of his novel James. 

Mirage News cited a Public Exchange study on L.A. trees absorbing more CO₂ than expected. Eureka Alert! covered the story.

NPR quoted Ellina Sattarova in an article talking about Yura Borisov, nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Anora.

Quanta Magazine quoted Anna Vinton in a story talking about how physicists and marine biologists have developed an “elegant” mathematical model that predicts how coral polyps collectively form various coral shapes.

The Nigerian Voice republished an essay by Brittany Friedman on mass surveillance. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

The San Francisco Examiner quoted Christian Grose on former Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s strategy for handling President Donald Trump’s policies.

February 25, 2025

Variety quoted Stanley Rosen on China’s animated film Ne Zha 2 and its impact on the global film industry. Celebs Bar and The Daily Beast covered the story.

Dentistry 33 mentioned Chao Zhang for his role in developing small molecules targeting metabolism and immunity.

POLITICO’s California Climate newsletter mentioned a USC Dornsife study finding that L.A. Urban trees absorb more CO2 emissions than expected.

The New York Post quoted Margaret Gatz in an article about the low prevalence of dementia among the Tsimané and Mosetén people.

KCRA-TV [link n/a] spoke with Christian Grose about the impact of the Associated Press being banned from White House media events.

The Conversation published an article co-authored by Jack Chapel on his study that found the mortality rate of rural men was higher than their urban counterparts. PBS and The Daily Yonder republished the story.

February 24, 2025

Europe Says quoted Eli Levenson-Falk on Microsoft’s quantum computing claims. The Pinnacle Gazette covered the story. 

Spectrum News 1 and KNX-AM [links n/a] spoke with English about the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine war and U.S. policy shifts.

The Michigan Daily highlighted Natalia Molina for her keynote at the University of Michigan Museum of Art’s Chicanas Changing History symposium.

The Santa Barbara Independent quoted Robert Dekle on the potential economic impact of recent executive orders on small businesses and job creation in California.

St.Olaf College News highlighted Jake Monaghan  for joining an upcoming speaker series on democracy and dialogue.

The Houston Chronicle spoke with Ann Owens on school segregation and racial disparities in Texas districts.

The Guardian quoted Darby Sabe for a story on societal expectations of grandmothers and unpaid care labor.

February 23, 2025

The Guardian interviewed Percival Everett about his novel James, and its upcoming film adaptation.

February 22, 2025

The Los Angeles Times quoted Robert English on the reshaping of U.S. foreign policy and its impact on global alliances. NewsPub and AOL covered the story.

The New Zealand Herald spoke with Darby Saxbe about her research on how parenthood reshapes the brain. The Times covered the story.

The Weather Channel [link n/a] spoke with Gale Sinatra about climate change and disaster preparedness.

The Indian Express quoted Daniel Lidar on Microsoft’s quantum computing advancements.

February 21, 2025

Spectrum News 1 [link  n/a] spoke with Christian Phillips about political distrust and civil disobedience.

LAist quoted David Ginsburg on wildfire debris and beach water safety testing.

The Conversation published an essay by Brittany Friedman on mass surveillance, social control, and its impact on people of color and immigrants. The SF Gate and the Houston Chronicle republished the article.

The Indian Express quoted Eli Levenson-Falk on Microsoft’s quantum computing claims.

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation hosted James McHugh for a podcast episode discussing religion’s influence on drug policy and addiction.

Sweden Herald quoted Amin Tarzi on Saudi Arabia’s diplomatic efforts and geopolitical strategy.

The Santa Monica Daily Press quoted Robert Dekle on the potential economic impact of recent executive orders on small businesses and job creation in California. The article originally appeared in CalMatters.

HuffPost UK quoted Valter Longo on the benefits of a weekly exercise habit for healthy ageing. Surrey Live and Yahoo News UK covered the story.

Bastille Post Global quoted Stanley Rosen on China’s animated film Ne Zha 2 and its impact on the global film industry. CGTN America covered the story.

Tagtik quoted Darby Saxbe on federal funding restrictions affecting scientific research.

February 20, 2025

CNN [link n/a] spoke with Robert English about U.S. support for Ukraine.

Los Angeles Wave mentioned Natalia Molina for her participation in an upcoming panel at the Culver City Book Festival.

Earth Sky quoted John Vidale about his research on Earth’s inner core changing shape over time.

Southern Kitchen cited research by Drew Gorenz on AI’s ability to generate jokes better than human writers.

February 19, 2025

Los Angeles Times highlighted Percival Everett as one of the winners at the 45th Los Angeles Times Book Prizes.

NPR [link n/a] spoke with Darby Saxbe about the impact of the NIH funding cuts on her research related to close relationships and stress and how the cuts will affect graduate student education.

Bloomberg and Mint cited a USC Dornsife study in a story discussing the negative impact of President Trump’s executive orders on Title IX and how they affect women’s sports.

The Idaho Statesman quoted Najmedin Meshkati on aviation safety.

February 18, 2025

Radio Free Europe spoke with Amin Tarzi about Saudi Arabia hosting U.S.-Russia talks and its diplomatic ambitions. Kompas and Middle East Eye covered the story.

Quillette highlighted the Center for Economic and Social Research for hosting a conference on censorship in the sciences.

LAist spoke with William Deverell about Southern California’s history of flooding. KPCC-FM [link n/a] also aired the interview.

February 17, 2025

Spectrum News 1 [link n/a] spoke with Robert English about President Donald Trump’s approach to Ukraine and its global implications.

Los Angeles Review of Books interviewed Marcus Clayton for his new book ¡PÓNK! and its blend of punk, academia, and identity.

Inkl spoke with John Vidale about his research on changes in Earth’s inner core. Space, UNILAD, and Today Headline covered the story.

CalMatters quoted Robert Dekle for a story on the potential impact of Trump’s funding freeze on small businesses. Mountain View Voice and Redwood City Pulse covered the story.

Paudal was quoted by Darby Saxbe on concerns over restrictions on scientific vocabulary under the Trump administration.

IFL Science quotes Wendy Wood on breaking bad habits.

The Jaws of Justice Radio spoke with Brittany Friedman about her new book Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons.

The Hill quoted Matthew Kahn discussing the economic implications of rebuilding after the L.A. wildfires. Yahoo republished the article.

February 16, 2025

Bookstr highlighted Percival Everett for his novel James and other works.

Daily Mail quoted Thomas Ward on the symbolism of MS-13 gang tattoos.

February 14, 2025

Tennessee Star republished an essay by Lisa Bitel on the historical origins of Valentine’s Day. The article originally appeared in The Conversation

Voice of America spoke with Robert English about President Donald Trump’s calls with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Ukraine.

February 13, 2025

Forbes spoke with John Vidale about his research on changes in Earth’s inner core. Smithsonian Magazine, Earth, Space Daily, Sci Tech Daily, Newswise, The University of Utah, Discover Magazine covered the story.

KPLA-FM radio [link n/a] spoke with Norbert Schwarz about how naming houseplants can foster emotional connections. 

Texas Metro News quoted Mary Helen Immordino-Yang for a story on students returning to school after the Eaton Fire.

The New York Times highlighted Percival Everett for his novel James and its exploration of language as resistance.

February 12, 2025

The Guardian spoke with Carol Wise about China’s economic engagement in South America. The Park News covered the story.

Los Angeles Times spoke with Philip Ethington about how many L.A. developers built on fire-prone hillsides in the 1920s.

Green Reporter republished an op-ed by Joe Árvai on the politicization of climate change. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

February 11, 2025

The Bronx Net [link n/a] spoke with Brittany Friedman about her new book, Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons.

The New York Times quoted Dennis Chong on Trump’s political strategy and its implications for democracy.

A USC Dornsife study was cited by CalMatters on immigration and demographics in Los Angeles County.

February 10, 2025

BBC spoke with John Vidale about his research on changes in Earth’s inner core. Nature, Science, Live Science, and Gizmodo covered his findings.

Time News spoke with Valter Longo about the benefits and risks of intermittent fasting.

The Guam Post republished an op-ed by Natalia Molina on community engagement after the Los Angeles fires. The story originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times.

February 9, 2025

Los Angeles Times spoke with Philip Ethington for a story on L.A.’s history of building in fire-prone hillsides.

Yahoo Life republished an essay by David Albertson on ancient Greek ideas about love and desire. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

February 8, 2025

infoDocket highlighted Sean Fraga for receiving a National Endowment for the Humanities grant to enhance the Booksnake app for archival research.

February 7, 2025

Newsweek published an op-ed by Najmedin Meshkati on aviation safety and the need for systemic reforms. The Columbus Ledger-Enquirer and the Lexington Herald-Leader republished the article

TIME magazine interviewed Percival Everett for an article discussing his novel James. CBC highlighted Everett for his PEN/Faulkner Prize in fiction nomination.

PBS SoCal highlighted the  research of Seth John and Sam Silva on lead contamination in wildfire ash. KTLA covered the story.

Gizmodo quoted Darby Saxbe for a story on the National Science Foundation’s flagged words list under President Donal Trump’s executive order. Futurism covered the story.

Medium published an interview with Meredith Lepley on workplace trends and the future of work.

The Orange County Register quoted Manuel Pastor  on economic equity and its potential benefits for Orange County.

Asbarez highlighted Maral Tavitian for serving as a judge in the Armenian Educational Foundation Oratorical Contest.

The Dana Point Times highlighted Sydney Rilum for speaking at the Girls in Ocean Science conference.

Inkl quoted Edward McCaffery for an article on tax strategies.

ArcaMax republished an op-ed by ​​Natalia Molina on community engagement after the Los Angeles fires. The story originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times.

NPR spoke with Darby Saxbe about the Trump administration’s scrutiny of NSF research funding.

Mongabay quoted Sergey Nuzhdin on the decline of kelp forests and conservation efforts.

Los Angeles Times highlighted Manuel Pastor for a presentation on the Orange County Equity Report at UC Irvine.

February 6, 2025

The California Courrier highlighted Maral Tavitian and Shushan Karapetian for their roles as judges in the Armenian Educational Foundation’s Oratorical Contest.

Angelus interviewed Richard Wood about the recent shutdown of USAID by the Trump administration and the potential consequences.

Washington Post quoted Darby Saxbe in a story about how the Trump administration’s executive orders have created confusion both with funding and research progress across the U.S. scientific community.

Wichita Eagle quoted Carol Wise on China’s growing influence in Latin America amid U.S. policy shifts.  The Madras Tribune covered the story which originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times.

February 5, 2025

Los Angeles Times quoted Carol Wise in an article about how Chinese leaders may approach relations with Latin America in light of recent moves made by the Trump administration. The Olympian, Miami Herald, ArcaMax, The San Luis Obispo Tribune and others reposted the story.

Spectrum News’ Inside the Issues featured Christian Grose discussing President Trump’s latest approval rating polls.

LAist featured the work of Seth John and Sam Silva, who have been testing for the presence of lead in sandboxes and in street dust in the Altadena area, which was destroyed by the Eaton Fire.

The Times Higher Education spoke with Darby Saxbe about the impact of anti-DEI policies on scientific research funding.

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review republished an article by Joan Flores-Villalobos about the role of Black Caribbean workers in the construction of the Panama Canal. The article originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times.

February 4, 2025

Fort Worth highlighted Sarah Portnoy for her exhibit Abuelita’s Kitchen: Mexican Food Stories showcasing food, culture, and family traditions.

The Washington Post spoke with Morteza Dehghani for a story on the National Science Foundation’s scrutiny of research grants under Trump’s executive orders.

Spectrum News 1 spoke with Carol Wise on the impact of tariffs on trade and the auto industry.

Spectrum News 1 [link n/a] spoke with Manuel Pastor about the adverse economic impacts of President Trump’s deportation policies.

Bloomberg quoted Pamela Starr on Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s handling of Trump’s tariffs. Yahoo News New Zealand and Yahoo Finance covered the story.

Alta Online published a discussion with Viet Nguyen on his novel The Sympathizer and its adaptation.

LA School Report spoke with Frank Manis on the trauma impact of LA wildfires on children.

RawStory spoke with Darby Saxbe about federal restrictions on scientific studies.

February 3, 2025

Associated Press highlighted Percival Everett for being long-listed for the PEN/Faulkner Prize for fiction for his novel James.

Mirage News highlighted Rosa Di Felice for winning the Airbus-BMW Quantum Computing Challenge with research on quantum computing for smart coatings. Archynetys covered the story.

The New York Times quoted Matthew Kahn for an op-ed on climate change’s impact on home values and migration. ProPublica republished the article. 

Arcamax and The Korea Herald republished an article by Joan Flores-Villalobos about the role of Black Caribbean workers in the construction of the Panama Canal. The article originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times

Inside Higher Ed quoted Darby Saxbe on the impact of President Donal Trump’s executive orders on federal research funding. Newsz9 covered the story.

The 74 highlighted the research of Anna Saavedra and Morgan Polikoff on partisan divides over LGBTQ topics in schools.

Science Alert highlighted research by Soeren Mattke on the widespread underdiagnosis of dementia in the U.S.

University of Missouri-Kansas City highlighted Percival Everett as a keynote speaker discussing his novel James and the craft of storytelling.

Austin American-Statesman quoted Monica Morlacco on the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

February 2, 2025

PBS featured Mike Murphy in a discussion on the implications of the 2024 presidential election.

Los Angeles Times quoted William Deverell for a story on rebuilding Los Angeles after the fires.

The Invading Sea republished an op-ed by Joe Árvai on the politicization of climate change. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

102.3 Radio KJLH [link n/a] broadcast remarks by Hiram Sims on his work in supporting writers of color and his literary inspirations.

February 1, 2025

Bloomberg Brazil quoted Gale Sinatra on climate change and disaster displacement. 

Los Angeles Times spoke with Manuel Pastor for a story on the impact of deportation fears on L.A.’s economy.

Bloomberg 106.1 [link n/a] radio podcast highlighted the writings of Gale Sinatra on climate change denial and resistance. Wall Street Business Network radio [link n/a] also covered her insights. 

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review republished an essay by Wolf Gruner on newly discovered photos of Nazi deportations. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

January

January 31, 2025

Aeon spoke with Margaret Gatz about her research on dementia and heart health among the Tsimane people of the Amazon.

Newsweek published a story including a written contribution by Najmedin Meshkati on aviation safety and runway risks following the Reagan Airport plane crash.

The New York Times quoted Wendy Wood for a story on habit formation.

The Los Angeles Times published an op-ed by Natalia Molina discussing the need for sustained community engagement after the L.A. fires.

Yahoo Life quoted Darby Saxbe on the benefits of boredom for kids.

Anchorage Daily News quoted Gale Sinatra on climate change and disaster displacement. The article appeared in Mint.

Huff Post spoke with Jane Junn about the authoritarian appeal behind calling President Donald Trump “daddy.” Yahoo News covered the story.

LAist quoted Mary Helen Immordino-Yang for a report on the psychological impact of wildfires on students. 

Local News Matters interviewed Manuel Pastor about Charging Forward: Lithium Valley, Electric Vehicles, and a Just Future, a new book he co-authored on Lithium Valley and its economic impact.

January 30, 2025

Forbes highlighted research by Hao Zhang on a re-evaluation of the deepest recorded earthquake.

Daily Mail’s Science Weekly podcast spoke with Wendy Wood about strategies for achieving health goals in 2025.

Mint quoted Gale Sinatra on climate change and disaster displacement.

Foreign Policy published an op-ed by Derek Grossman on the Philippines’ shifting security focus amid rising tensions over Taiwan.

YES! Magazine interviewed Brittany Friedman about her new book Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons.

Finance & Commerce quoted Richard Green on mortgage rates and the housing market.

January 29, 2025

African American Intellectual History Society spoke with Oneka LaBennett about her new book, Global Guyana.

The Los Angeles Times posted an opinion piece by Joan Flores-Villalobos about the significant role and sacrifices of Black Caribbean workers in the construction of the Panama Canal. Yahoo New Zealand reposted the story.

Scuba Diving mentioned the USC Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber in a story reviewing seven new dive computers, with the Shearwater TERN and TERN TX earning the title of Testers’ Choice for recreational dive computers.

Daily Mail cited a USC Dornsife study in a story about palm trees being cut down to prevent future wildfires in Los Angeles.

Simply Uncomplicated quoted Richard Green on mortgage rates and their economic impact in 2025. Highlands News-Sun covered the story.

January 28, 2025

NPR [link n/a] spoke with Hajar Yazdiha about Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.

LAist quoted Jill Johnston for a story highlighting USC’s interactive map showing diesel truck pollution in Los Angeles. KPCC-FM radio [link n/a] covered the story.

The Nation quoted Shannon Gibson for a story discussing how the Los Angeles wildfires could reshape the climate movement in California. 

LAist’s AirTalk Podcast spoke with William Deverell about rebuilding communities after the wildfires in Southern California. KPCC-FM radio [link n/a] also featured Deverell. 

The Hoover Institution posted an article by Matthew Kahn about why the recent Los Angeles fires caused so much damage.

New Scientist highlighted Nicholas Warner  in an article on virtual black holes and their potential link to dark energy.

January 27, 2025

The Associated Press highlighted Percival Everett for winning the Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction for his novel James.

Oregon Public Radio hosted Danzy Senna for a conversation about her novel Colored Television at the 2024 Portland Book Festival.

El Economista quoted Manuel Pastor on Trump’s immigration policies and their impacts.

January 26, 2025

Fast Company republished an essay by Joe Arvai on how climate change became a partisan issue. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

Yahoo Life republished an essay by Wolf Gruner on individual Jewish resistance during the Holocaust. Yahoo News UK covered the story, which originally appeared in The Conversation.

January 25, 2025

Yahoo Life republished an essay by David Albertson on ancient Greek ideas about desire and love. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

The Cobb County Courier published an essay by Joe Arvai on how climate change became a partisan issue. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

The Pledge Times highlighted Valter Longo  for insights on eating habits that promote longevity.

January 24, 2025

Teen Vogue spoke with Shannon Gibson for a story on the widespread impacts of L.A. wildfires on schools.

The Conversation published an essay by Wolf Gruner on newly discovered photos documenting Nazi deportations. Time Goggles, Bozeman Daily Chronicle, Bucks County BeaconAlterNet, NZ City, Mena FN, Chron, and The Middletown Press republished the story.

The New York Times highlighted Percival Everett for his poetry collections.

Health Medicine Network quoted Emily Smith-Greenaway and Darby Saxbe on the impact of LA wildfires on children and families. Medical Xpress covered the story.

Expansion Politica quoted Manuel Pastor on the challenges of President Donald Trump’s mass deportation plan.

January 22, 2025

Smithsonian Magazine quoted Victoria Petryshyn for a story on how volcanic activity led to the rise of dinosaurs.

The History Channel spoke with Lauren Kelly for a story on the Los Angeles Aqueduct.

The Associated Press highlighted Percival Everett as a finalist for a National Book Critics Circle prize for his novel James.

The Guardian spoke with Josh West about the environmental risks and challenges posed by California wildfires.

KPLA-FM [link n/a] radio mentioned Norbert Schwarz for a segment on the psychological benefits of naming houseplants.

The Los Angeles Times quoted Manuel Pastor on the uncertainty facing California’s immigrant community amid new immigration policies.

The Conversation published an essay by Joe Arvai on how political divides and industry influence shaped climate change as a partisan issue. Yahoo News, Yahoo News Australia, What’s Up Newp, and ArcaMax republished the article.

LA School Report quoted Frank Manis on the impact of wildfire trauma on children and school recovery.

Lose It! mentioned Valter Longo for developing the Fasting Mimicking Diet.

January 21, 2025

The New Yorker published a poem by Anna Journey about the Palisades wildfire and personal reflections.

The Los Angeles Times published an op-ed by William Deverell on rebuilding communities and preserving civic memory after wildfires.

The Austin American-Statesman quoted Monica Morlacco on the impact and implications of tariffs. Caller Times republished the article.

LNG Northern BC quoted Josh West on the environmental risks of melting Arctic permafrost.

Democracy Now! podcast rebroadcast an interview with Hajar Yazdiha discussing her book The Struggle for the People’s King.

January 20, 2025

Novaya Gazeta Europe quoted Josh West on the environmental risks of melting Arctic permafrost.

HuffPost quoted Monica Morlacco on the impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on electronics prices.

Mexico Business News highlighted Manuel Pastor for his insights on the feasibility of Trump’s mass deportation plans.

The Los Angeles Loyolan highlighted a study by the Equity Research Institute  for a story on LA’s sanctuary status and immigrant protections.

January 19, 2025

The Guardian quoted Anthony Vaccaro on managing mixed emotions after caregiving and the loss of a loved one.

The Washington Post quoted Mike Murphy about Gov. Gavin Newsom’s response to the L.A. fires. The Washington Post also quoted Murphy for a story on Vice President JD Vance’s role in navigating immigration policy debates.

Los Angeles Daily News highlighted a USC Dornsife study in an article on mild cognitive impairment.

January 18, 2025

POLITICO quoted Mike Murphy for a story on Tesla’s reliance on climate credits and the potential impact of changing federal policies.

Yahoo News republished an essay by Gregory Treverton on the role of the director of national intelligence. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

The Guardian quoted Josh West for a story on the hazards homeowners face after wildfires.

January 17, 2025

The Wall Street Journal quoted Matthew Kahn for a story discussing the economic impact of the Los Angeles wildfires.

Grist quoted Rachel Wald for a story on the toxic health effects of wildfire smoke in Los Angeles.

The New York Times quoted William Deverell on the impact of wildfires on urban areas and community planning. The Seattle Times covered the story.

Nikkei Asia published an op-ed by Derek Grossman on the shifting dynamics of China-Pakistan relations.

The San Mateo Daily Journal quoted Christian Grose on lawmakers’ wildfire response proposals. The Press Democrat republished the article. 

Business Insider quoted Stanley Rosen  for a story on the rise of the Chinese app RedNote in the US.

Yahoo Tech quoted Monica Morlacco on the potential economic impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs.

The Invading Sea republished an essay by Najmedin Meshkati on the need for an independent investigation of the Los Angeles fires. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

January 16, 2025

The Los Angeles Times spoke with Kelly Sanders about building a more resilient Los Angeles in the face of climate change.

The Guardian spoke with Michael Messner about veteran activism and its impact on anti-war movements.

CalMatters quoted Christian Grose on lawmakers’ responses to the LA wildfires. The Mountain View Voice and Palo Alto Weekly covered the story.

Reuters quoted Jonathan Aronson on the impact of the Los Angeles wildfires on plans to host the 2028 Olympics.

The Orange County Register cited a Dornsife study discussing the shift in the Altadena community’s character amid the recent wildfires.

The Conversation published an op-ed by Gregory Treverton on the U.S. role in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. Arcamax republished the article.

The Week quoted Darby Saxbe on the mental health impacts of unequal household labor.

January 15, 2025

BBC News [link n/a] spoke with David Ulin about the impact of wildfires on historic Los Angeles neighborhoods. 

The Conversation published an essay by Najmedin Meshkati on lessons from the Los Angeles wildfires for disaster planning.

Forbes India quoted William Deverell on the impact of Los Angeles wildfires on the 2028 Olympics. MARCA covered the story. Deverell also spoke with the Quillette Podcast about the California wildfires. The City Sentinel quoted Deverell on the impact of the Los Angeles fires on the 2028 Olympics.

Hawaii Catholic Herald quoted Richard Wood on Cardinal McElroy’s appointment as Archbishop of Washington and its impact on immigration policy.

Newsweek quoted Darry Sragow on Governor Gavin Newsom’s response to the Los Angeles wildfires. The Modesto Bee covered the story.

The Los Angeles Times spoke with William Deverell  about the literary and historical context of Southern California’s wildfires.

The South China Morning Post quoted Derek Grossman for a story covering Indonesia’s diplomatic challenges with India and Pakistan.

The Irish Star quoted Monica Morlacco on the economic impact of President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs.

Metropolitan Digital republished an op-ed by Najmedin Meshkati on lessons from the Los Angeles wildfires for disaster planning. The article appeared in The Conversation.

Mexico Business News mentioned Manuel Pastor for his insights on the challenges of Trump’s deportation plan.

January 14, 2025

The Washington Post quoted Rima Habre for a story on toxic hazards following urban wildfires.

Eureka Alert! mentioned the late Richard Easterlin for his insights on generational size and housing demand.

Daily Star mentioned John Vidale for his research on Earth’s inner core and its potential hidden layers.

Edutopia mentioned Mary Helen Immordino-Yang for her insights on the role of emotion and connection in early literacy development.

The Ancient Jew Review published an interview with Jill Hicks-Keeton about her book Good Book: How White Evangelicals Save the Bible to Save Themselves.

January 13, 2025

France 24 quoted William Deverell on the impact of Los Angeles wildfires on the 2028 Olympics. IOL News, Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha News, and New Straits Times covered the story.

Financial Nigeria republished an article with a contribution by Patrick James on key elections to watch in 2025. The article originally appeared in The Conversation

The Houston Landing quoted Paul Lichterman for a story on community organizers and city leadership dynamics.

Times of India covered a study by Don Arnold on the theoretical possibility of retrieving memories from the brain posthumously.

January 12, 2025

Los Angeles Times quoted Natalia Molina about community recovery efforts in Altadena after the Eaton fire.

Univision republished an article by Patrick James on Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

January 11, 2025

Variety quoted Monalisa Chatterjee on how climate change intensifies wildfires in Southern California. Yahoo News Canada covered the story.

The Washington Examiner quoted Anna Krylov about the use of indigenous knowledge in wildfire management.

January 10, 2025

Los Angeles Times quoted Monalisa Chatterjee for an article on the factors behind L.A. County’s devastating fires. Record Searchlight and Arizona Central covered the story.

The Associated Press quoted Christian Grose on Mayor Karen Bass’s leadership during L.A.’s wildfire crisis.

Scripps News [link n/a] spoke with Jed Fuhrman about his research program at Catalina Island studying ocean microbes.

January 9, 2025

The New York Times published an op-ed by David Ulin on the emotional pull of wildfires in California.

Los Angeles Times quoted William Deverell on the devastating Pacific Palisades fire.

The Standard Hong Kong republished an article by Patrick James discussing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation. News Pronto and The Moderate Voice republished the article which originally appeared in The Conversation.

Freight Waves mentioned the Spatial Sciences Institute for its research on repurposing military drones.

January 8, 2025

AM 1690 WVON Radio [link n/a] spoke with Brittany Friedman about her new book Caged Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons.

The Wire India republished an article by Patrick James discussing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation. The article originally appeared in The Conversation.

January 7, 2025

Los Angeles Times quoted Manuel Pastor for a story on immigration’s role in California’s population rebound.

The Standard Hong Kong quoted Duke Han on his research linking financial vulnerability in older adults to early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.

Los Angeles Times quoted David Raichlen about the impact of prolonged sitting on muscle activity and health.

Yahoo News Malaysia republished an article by Brittany Friedman on historical lessons from the Jan. 6 pardons. The article was originally published by TIME. The Arts Fuse published a review of Friedman’s new book Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons.

Marketplace quoted Robert Dekle on the factors influencing the U.S. trade deficit.

January 6, 2025

The Hill published an article by Hajar Yazdiha comparing climate activism to the civil rights movement. AOL republished the article.

TIME published an op-ed by Brittany Friedman about the anniversary of January 6th. AOL republished the article. WWJ-AM [link n/a] spoke with Friedman about how herbs can be used to build confidence.

Decrypt quoted Jonas Kaplan on how AI will shape Generation Beta’s critical thinking skills.

The Conversation published an article by Patrick James on Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation. Scroll republished the article. 

OSV News quoted Richard Wood for a story on Cardinal McElroy’s appointment as Washington’s archbishop and its implications. BNS Global News and  The Dialog covered the story.

January 5, 2025

Yahoo Life reposted an article by Darby Saxbe and Lizzie Aviv about the cognitive burden that mothers experience. The article was originally published by The Conversation.

January 3, 2025

POLITICO published a story by Jacob Soll for an article featuring a collection of stories exploring potential “Black Swan” events in 2025.

Harper’s Bazaar referenced Percival Everett in an interview with author Cole Arthur Riley, who praised his novel James as one of the decade’s greatest books.

The Financial Times quoted Stanley Rosen on China’s declining box office revenues and the shift to streaming.

The Cool Down highlighted Travis Williams for his contributions to USC’s research on a fungal recycling method to repurpose carbon fiber waste.

January 2, 2025

The Atlantic quoted Darby Saxbe on her research exploring the division of household labor and mental health.

The Conversation published an article by Susan Kamei and Duncan Williams on the Irei Project honoring Japanese Americans incarcerated during WWII. Yahoo News, CT Insider, Castle-Rock Messenger, Cadillac News, Metropolitan Digital, Asia Times, and The Huntsville Item republished the article.

The Atlantic quoted Wendy Wood in a story discussing invisible habits that influence and change your life.The New York Times posted an obituary for Richard Easterlin, who has passed away. MSNBC [link n/a] also mentioned Easterlin.

January 1, 2025

Spectrum News 1 spoke with Brittany Friedman on the use of the “robot dog” and its potential impacts on policing.

Rappler republished an article with contributions by Patrick James about key elections to watch in 2025. Japan Today and The News Minute republished the article, which originally appeared in The Conversation.

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