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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.
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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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 :Student Government AssociationFind more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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 Distinguished Guest Lecture with Dr. Carl R. Trueman - Biola University, Pop Ensembles Concert, Biola’s couple conference, Symphonic Winds Concert, and Spring Sing.Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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 Wilderness Symposium, Biola Symphony Orchestra, Biola Chorale ConcertFind more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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 Admitted Student Day, the Day of Prayer, The Rising concert, a Percussion Ensemble performance, and the K-12 Education Fair.For more details about this week’s headlines:Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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 the theme this week. For more details about Missions Conference: Missions ConferenceFind more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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 San Francisco; and an unusual March heat wave across Southern California.This episode also highlights what’s happening at Biola this week, including the Cook Missions Conference centered on the theme “Children of Light,” and the Biola Film Festival awards ceremony hosted by the Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts.For more details about this week’s headlines: Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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 week’s headlines:Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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 concerts and Career Center events.Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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.
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 a new album while expanding his mental health initiative; and the 2026 Winter Olympics kick off in Italy. Plus, a look at what’s happening on campus this week, including the Study Abroad Fair, a Women in STEM panel, a Torrey Honors College debate, the premiere of a student film, the SCORR Conference, and Biola Preview Day.For more details about this week’s headlines: Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here
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 begin.
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 housing cuts threaten over 14,500 subsidized households in Los Angeles; Hamas returns the remains of Thai agricultural worker Sudthisak Rinthalak as part of the Gaza ceasefire progress; and more.For more details about this week’s headlines: new Pentagon guidelines and press restrictions, U.S. military action in the Caribbean, rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela, federal funding cuts affecting housing access, and the latest updates on the return of hostages from the Oct. 7 attacks. Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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; the Trump administration unveils a new 28-point Ukraine peace plan; and more.For more details about this week’s headlines: Helicopter crash, reporters turned in their press passes, broadcast networks against policy, Trump meets with Zelensky at White House, Torrey Distinguished lecture, holy-spirit-academic-symposium, Our Town, 33rd Annual PRISM Concert, Family Weekend 2025, Male Ensembles Philippines (MEn). Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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 moves closer to Venezuela. We also cover continued heavy rainfall across Southern California and the evacuation warnings issued for several communities.Plus, we take a look at what’s happening on campus this week — from the Conservatory of Music’s Chamber Ensembles Recital and Music at Noon performances to a campus-wide day of prayer hosted by the Student Missionary Union. We also highlight Biola Theatre’s student-run production, They’re Getting Married Again?, premiering this weekend.For more details about this week’s headlines: Fullerton school & hospital bomb threats, Federal government reopens after 43-day shutdown, U.S. Navy carrier group moves toward Venezuela, Heavy rain and evacuation warnings across Southern California, Chamber Ensembles Recital, Campus-wide Day of Prayer (SMU), Music at Noon: Jazz & Guitar Combos, Biola Theatre: They’re Getting Married Again?Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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, the Louvre Museum jewel heist, and an explosion in Jakarta.Plus, a look at what’s happening on campus this week — from Biola’s Idea Pitch Competition to a full lineup of concerts presented by the Conservatory of Music.For more details about this week’s headlines and upcoming events, visit chimesnewspaper.com or check the episode transcript in our show notes.
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.
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 World Series victories — 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.
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 more details about this week’s headlines: Helicopter crash, reporters turned in their press passes, broadcast networks against policy, Trump meets with Zelensky at White House, Torrey Distinguished lecture, holy-spirit-academic-symposium, Our Town, 33rd Annual PRISM Concert, Family Weekend 2025, Male Ensembles Philippines (MEn). Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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 moreFor more details about this week’s headlines: men’s water polo, Palisades fire podcast episode, Palisades fire Chimes articles, Palisades fire suspect, ultraprocessed foods band, National Guard restraining order, Senate leaves town, RIFs, Israel-Gaza peace agreement, Biola symphonic winds concert, Fool's Errand Find more stories at The Chimes’ website. Find the transcript of this episode here.
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