The Express Podcasts

The Blue Pill: Ep. 3 — All Hail Taylor Swift

Olivia Fitts, news editor and opinions editor of The Express newspaper at Las Positas College, is back as the 2024 Presidential election nears. This episode discusses Taylor Swift, whose endorsement of Kamala Harris and ensuing surge in voter registrations underscores the impact of celebrity culture. Is this good? How did we get here? This week's guest Josh Levine is the host of the Slate podcast "Slow Burn" and this season is discussing Fox News, which seems to have a hand in where we find ourselves as a political nation. Olivia also attends a Trump Rally. Yes. She interviews MAGA supporters in the flesh.

The Blue Pill: Ep. 2 — Thirsty for the 'Young' Vote

Olivia Fitts, news editor and opinions editor of The Express newspaper at Las Positas College, is back with her new political show aimed at young adults and college students. This episode lasers in on that specific demographic. She talks about the impact of social media and memes on the election, how Kamala Harris and the Democrats are courting the youth vote and goes behind the scenes of a political discussion her fellow college journalists. It's still full of her left-leaning takes, hilarious commentary and plenty information about the election. This week's guest is known as Big Wos in far bigger spaces than this. Wosne Lambrey from The Ringer, a renowned culture critic who will break down this election from our perspective.

The Blue Pill: Ep. 1 — Kamala Harris will win

Olivia Fitts, news editor and opinions editor of The Express newspaper at Las Positas College, makes her podcast debut with a new political show aimed at young adults and college students. It's full of her left-leaning takes, hilarious commentary and plenty information about the election. This episode features Nicole Hart, former chair of the Arkansas Democratic Party, who will discuss the significance of Kamala Harris' campaign and the strategy behind her campaign.

Who Are We To Judge - Gender Stereotypes

In this episode, Camille and Jakob discuss their views on gender stereotypes. Based on their own experiences growing up, they have a discussion on what are the roles of individuals in their relationships. Pop culture has changed over time and, in todays society, you have to keep up with what's viewed as "important." Camille and Jakob explain their outlooks on whats considered right or wrong in media. Episode edited by Brighton Matus.

Who Are We To Judge - Social Media Today

Jakob and Camille discuss the ways in which social media has changed the way we grew up. They also touch on the ways they deal with social media today as teenage college students at LPC. Pop culture has changed over time and, in todays society, you have to keep up with what's viewed as "important." Camille and Jakob explain their outlooks on whats considered right or wrong in media. Episode edited by Brighton Matus.