Best KCSB News and Sports Podcasts (2025)

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New California Amendment Bill Sparks Debate Over Child Safety 1:34

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Governor Gavin Newsom’s approval of Assembly Bill 495 is sparking controversy, as opponents argue it opens the door to the endangerment of children. Here’s Emma Ambriz with more.By KCSB News

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Studies Find That AI Chatbots Are Extremely Agreeable to Its Users 1:51

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As AI becomes popular, there are concerns over the relationships between users and computer intelligence. KCSB’s Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish explains the potential risks as more people become emotionally dependent on the new technology.By KCSB News

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ICE Holds Immigrants In Facility Accused Of Medical Misconduct 2:12

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Immigrant and civil rights advocates have voiced concerns over a Georgian immigration detention facility's disregard for the welfare of detainees, raising questions about oversight and accountability. Here is Omar Opeyany with more.By KCSB News

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SNAP Benefits are Facing Delays Due to the Government Shut Down 2:07

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As a result of the government shutdown, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a statement warning Californian's about potential interruptions to SNAP benefits. KCSB's Emerson Good looks at how the program may be affected.By KCSB News

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Inside IV: UCSB Professor Receives Nobel Prize in Physics 31:23

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Nobel Prize laureate and UC Santa Barbara emeritus professor John Martinis speaks with KCSB News reporter Manny Rodriguez about his award-winning research and discoveries in the field of quantum physics. Martinis also offers advice for emerging scientists - and shares what brings him the most joy in his work. In October 2025 Martinis, along with Mi…

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Inside IV: Have a Good Time While Avoiding Legal Entanglements 26:29

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Get practical tips for having a good time in Isla Vista, while avoiding citations and other run-ins with law enforcement. Listen to our new KCSB News legal feature, "From Where I Sit" with with Associated Students UCSB legal advisor Robin Unander. This week's episode is hosted by KCSB's Mavis Holley and also features stories about the new universit…

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Unpacking New Literacy Tests for Elementary Schools 1:34

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Local teachers are using a new program to help identify reading challenges among students. KCSB’s Kimberly Lucia has the story.By KCSB News

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Isla Vista Bluffs Have Remained a Safety Concern for Decades: What to Know about the IV Bluff Safety 2:27

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In light of recent events, the IV cliff bluffs have posed a safety risk to people in the community. KCSB's Bethany Baker has a recap of the recent cliff erosion impact on the community of Santa Barbara's college-town Isla Vista.By KCSB News

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Los Angeles Unified School District on Trump’s Immigration Crackdown 1:50

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Following Trump's second term in office, the Los Angeles Unified School District has agreed to uphold their student and community protections while also adding new resources such as legal advice and support hotlines to their plan. LA plans to put their students' education and protection first. KCSB's Fiona Anderson has the story.…

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Two UCSB Professors Win Nobel Peace Prize in Physics Following Quantum Mechanics Research 3:05

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UCSB professors Michel Devoret and John Martinis have won a Nobel Prize for their research in quantum mechanics. What does this mean for the future of classical physics, and the department here at UCSB? KCSB's Maddie Gambin has more.By KCSB News

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Carpinteria Update - 10/15/2025 1:54

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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News

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Environmental Update - 10/13/2025 2:03

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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News

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Santa Barbara Schools Launch New Literacy Test to Identify Reading Challenges for Young Students 1:34

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Local Santa Barbara teachers are using a new program to help identify reading challenges among students. KCSB’s Kimberly Lucia has the story.By KCSB News

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Chart-Topping Comedy Show Blends Humor & Healing to Benefit Santa Barbara Non-Profit 12:36

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U.K. Comedians Jonny Donahoe and Paddy Gervers come to Santa Barbara next week for four nights of 'humor and healing' to support local nonprofit "New Beginnings." Donahoe returns with his chart-topping hit "Every Brilliant Thing," and partners with Gervers for their new show, "Jonny and the Baptists." KCSB's Ginger Thomas has more.…

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How the Government Shutdown is Impacting Californians 2:14

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With just under two weeks of the federal government shutdown, California has felt the impacts of paused federal funding and impact of furloughed workers. How has Governor Newsom responded to the shutdown? KCSB’s Moises Guerrero has more.By KCSB News

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A Day Spent With Ira Glass 6:11

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On Saturday, October 4th, broadcast journalist Ira Glass visited UCSB for a talk with students in the media. Later, Glass had a conversation with author Pico Iyer held by UC Santa Barbara Arts and Lectures. Glass is most known for creating and hosting the narrative-based, broadcast news program This American Life. Mavis Holley has the story.…

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Inside IV: Interpersonal Violence - Support Services + Prevention Tips 21:06

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As the fall quarter begins and students dive into parties, dating, and new relationships, it’s important to know how to stay safe and where to turn for help. KCSB's Lina Lim speaks with Julia Pennick, director of UC Santa Barbara's Campus Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE) office. Topics include ways to intervene safely as a bystander, what r…

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Carpinteria Update - 10/08/2025 1:53

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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News

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Environmental Update - 10/06/2025 2:05

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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News

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UCSB Has a New Librarian: A Conversation with Todd Grappone about His Plans for the UCSB Library and the Loss of Late Night Study Hours 7:27

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UCSB recently appointed a new University Librarian, Todd Grappone. KCSB's Emerson Good sits down with Grappone to talk library access expansion, the controversial decision to cut late night study hours, and more.By KCSB News

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After Almost 40 Years, the Arctic Research Consortium of the United States is Closing Due to Trump Administration Budget Cuts: UCSB Professor Alex Wrobel Talks About the Importance of Arctic Researc 5:52

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The Arctic Research Consortium of the United States, a center for Arctic research and education, was shut down due to a loss of federal funding. The Trump administration has expressed its priorities for the continent surrounding national security and energy dominance rather than science. A vital resource for monitoring sea ice forecasts, ARCUS play…

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LEAP's Diaper Drive Raises Over 21,000 Diapers for Families in Need 11:46

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LEAP, a local youth empowerment organization, held a diaper drive to provide diapers to families and children in need of assistance affording diapers. Community members donated over 21,000 diapers as a result of the drive. KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez spoke with Lori Goodman, CEO of LEAP, to learn more.By KCSB News

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The Trump Administration Claims Smithsonian Exhibits Go Against the Ideal "Patriotic" Telling of American History: The American Historical Association Explains the Federal Reviews on the Museums 8:52

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By KCSB News

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Inside IV: What's Up With Parking in IV? 29:59

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Finding it hard to find a parking spot in Isla Vista? Find out why - and what's being done to make IV streets more accessible to everyone. KCSB's Dick Flacks speaks with Jonathan Abboud, general manager of the IV Community Services District (IVCSD). This episode also covers the latest on new housing developments in IV and at UCSB.…

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UCSB's Turning Point USA Chapter Holds Vigil Honor Charlie Kirk 4:21

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TurningPointUSA hosted a vigil in honor of Charlie Kirk’s passing, where speakers recalled their fond memories of the political commentator as a friend and a mentor. KCSB’s Manny Rodriguez and Tatiana Jacquez attended the event to learn more, and spoke with attendees on their perspectives of Kirk’s role in American politics and the conservative mov…

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Environmental Update - 09/29/2025 1:55

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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News

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Environmental Update - 09/25/2025 2:05

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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News

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Carpinteria Update - 09/24/2025 2:02

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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News

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September is National Suicide Prevention Month: SB County is Hosting the Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention in Santa Barbara 5:04

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The Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness is hosting the 2025 Out of the Darkness Community Walk in honor of suicide prevention. KCSB's Emerson Good learns more about the event.By KCSB News

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A Santa Barbara Non-Profit is Providing Free Volunteer Healthcare for Vulnerable Communities: A Conversation with Doctor's Without Walls 7:51

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Doctor's Without Walls is a Santa Barbara non-profit helping to bridge the gap for people experiencing homelessness and others who struggle to access traditional healthcare. KCSB's Omar Opeyany spoke with the organization about their free volunteer medical care for vulnerable communities.By KCSB News

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College Board Scraps Diversity Tool Amid Political Pressure 4:15

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In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision ending affirmative action, universities turned to a race-neutral tool from the College Board to help admit a diverse student body. That tool was abruptly discontinued. KCSB’s Manny Rodriguez explains the controversy.By KCSB News

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A CA Bill Could Help Foster Children During Natural Disaster Recovery: CASA Non-Profit on the Impacts of the Bill 6:06

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A California bill allocating millions of dollars to help foster children recover from natural disasters moves closer to being passed. KCSB's Emerson Good spoke with a non-profit about the importance of the bill's potential policies.By KCSB News

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Unpacking Prop. 50: Endorsements, Opposition, and Impacts on Californians 3:13

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With just under two months before California’s special election, KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez gives a breakdown on Prop. 50, and what its redistricting efforts mean for California’s constituents.By KCSB News

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Inside IV: All About IV Past and Present 30:05

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Learn more about Isla Vista – past and present. KCSB's Lina Lim speaks with Spencer Brandt, a longtime resident and leader of Isla Vista’s local government, and IV’s Community Engagement Director, Mayah Mashhadialireza. Find out how IV's local government was formed through student activism, and discover opportunities for you to get involved in the …

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The 41st Annual California Coastal Cleanup 4:18

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On this upcoming Coastal Cleanup Day, volunteers can participate across several coastal and inland waste collection sites. Each year, this global event mobilizes thousands of volunteers to protect the environment. KCSB’s Mavis Holley spoke to Jill Cloutier, the Public Relations Director for Explore Ecology, to learn more.…

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Over 200 Reporters Have Been Killed in Gaza in the Last 2 Years: Reporters Without Borders Non-Profit Organization's Efforts to Hold Israel Accountable 6:01

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Hundreds of reporters covering the war in Gaza on-the-ground have been killed since 2023. KCSB's Emerson Good speaks with the Reporters Without Borders nonprofit organization about the injustices and holding Israel accountable.By KCSB News

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Science and Technology Update - 09/12/2025 2:02

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KCSB's Anvi Murarka brings you the latest in science and technology.By KCSB News

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Carpinteria Update - 09/10/2025 2:02

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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News

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Trump’s Funding Cuts And Taliban Policies Leave Afghan Earthquake Survivors Stranded 2:45

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Trump’s cuts to foreign aid, the Taliban’s restrictive policies, and Afghanistan’s post-war recovery leave many survivors of the Afghan Earthquake in a state of dire need. Omar Opeyany reports on the aftermath of the crisis.By KCSB News

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Shift in U.S. Policy Leaves California's Afghan Allies in Limbo 2:01

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Crisis grows for Afghan refugees living in California. After the Taliban takeover in 2021, Afghan refugees were promised safety. But now, shifts in federal policy under the Trump administration are withdrawing key legal protections, leaving many in legal limbo. KCBS's Manny Rodriguez has the story.By KCSB News

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Governor Gavin Newsom Responds to Crime By Deploying California Highway Patrol In Cities Across California 2:06

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Governor Newsom’s response to crime remains a key concern for Californians, especially with increased threats from the Trump Administration to deploy the National Guard. Omar Opeyany reports on Newsom's policy.By KCSB News

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Congressman Salud Carbajal Conducts Walkthrough of Santa Maria's ICE Processing Facility 9:09

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Continuing our ongoing coverage of immigration enforcement on the Central Coast, KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez spoke with Congressman Salud Carbajal on his visit to the Santa Maria ICE processing facility in late August.By KCSB News

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A Local Non-Profit Offers a Safe Parking Program for Those Experiencing Homelessness 4:39

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Rising rents and a short housing supply are just two of the many reasons some Santa Barbara residents have lost the place they call home. New Beginnings is lending a hand to these individuals and families by offering a safe place to sleep, in their vehicles. KCSB’s Lisa Osborn spoke with Kristine Schwarz, executive director of New Beginnings, to le…

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Environmental Update - 09/08/2025 2:03

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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News

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Environmental Update - 09/01/2025 2:05

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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News

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Good Samaritan’s Heatwave Outreach Endeavors to Aid the Unhoused Population 11:26

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Sweltering heat hit Santa Barbara County Thursday, August 21st, and into the weekend, bringing temperatures in the high 80s and in some areas hitting the 90s. How are homeless individuals impacted by the extreme heat, and what are local organizations doing to help? KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez spoke with The Good Samaritan's Kirsten Cahoon to learn more.…

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Isla Vista Landlords Sue Santa Barbara County Over Inspection Program 10:38

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Isla Vista landlords are suing the county of Santa Barbara over a pilot rental inspection program requiring them to perform increased checks on properties. KCSB's Emerson Good talks to both Eleanor Gartner, District Representative at Santa Barbara County and the landlord association's attorney Lacy Taylor to hear more.…