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  • How the FBI Gave Rise to White Christian Nationalism

    How the FBI Gave Rise to White Christian Nationalism

    What happens when a professor of religious studies sues the FBI? For Lerone Martin, it ends up becoming the book “The Gospel of J. Edgar Hoover: How the FBI Aided and Abetted the Rise of White Christian Nationalism.” “I started out thinking I was going to write a book on religious radio…how religious radio shaped…

    August 6, 2024
  • Celebrating Walter Capps’ Impact on Religious Studies

    Celebrating Walter Capps’ Impact on Religious Studies

    In a celebration of legacy and learning, the UC Santa Barbara Department of Religious Studies recently hosted a panel featuring renowned scholars of religion who were once graduate students of the late Walter Capps. The current chair of the department, Juan Campos, moderated the panel, which highlighted Capps’ enduring influence on the academic community and…

    July 31, 2024
  • Rain from a River in the Sky

    Rain from a River in the Sky

    Have you ever heard your local weather forecaster mention terms like “pineapple express” or “atmospheric river”? These intriguing phenomena might sound whimsical, but they play a crucial role in our weather patterns. So, what exactly are they, and is global warming to blame? What is an Atmospheric River? An atmospheric river is like a giant,…

    July 24, 2024
  • A Conversation with Meg Ryan: Revisiting When Harry Met Sally

    A Conversation with Meg Ryan: Revisiting When Harry Met Sally

    During a recent event at UC Santa Barbara, actress Meg Ryan sat down with moderator Brad Silberling to discuss her career and the timeless charm of the classic romantic comedy When Harry Met Sally. Their conversation provided a unique opportunity to explore the making of the film, its enduring legacy, and the nuances that have…

    July 17, 2024
  • Empowering Voices: Insights from Women in Leadership 2024

    Empowering Voices: Insights from Women in Leadership 2024

    Celebrating and honoring the legacy of Sally Ride, the first American woman to fly in space, Women in Leadership brings together trailblazers who have shattered barriers and paved the way for women worldwide. This year’s panel featured Ina Garten, cookbook author, television host, and former White House budget analyst; Michelle K. Hanabusa, founder and creative…

    July 9, 2024
  • E.J. Dionne Reflects on America Today

    E.J. Dionne Reflects on America Today

    In early May, journalist E.J. Dionne delivered the Burke Lectureship at UC San Diego, marking his ninth appearance on UCTV. Known for his political columns in the Washington Post, Dionne addressed America’s growing social isolation and loneliness, calling for a renewed focus on community and faith to heal the nation’s divisions. Dionne honored the spirit…

    July 2, 2024
  • The Kindness of Strangers: Survival in Linz, London and Shanghai

    The Kindness of Strangers: Survival in Linz, London and Shanghai

    The story of Greta Taussig and Rudy Gans, as shared by their son Bob Gans, is a poignant tale of survival, resilience, and the enduring human spirit. Presented as part of the UC San Diego Holocaust Living History Workshop, their experiences offer profound insights into the trials of persecution and exile during one of history’s…

    June 25, 2024
  • Happy Birthday, Anne Lamott!

    Happy Birthday, Anne Lamott!

    “Can we skip the introduction?” is how writer Anne Lamott begins her conversation at the 2024 Writer’s Symposium by the Sea. “We’ve already lost a lot of time. We’re losing more second by second.” Time might have been on her mind, given that she turned 70 just days before her fourth appearance at the Writer’s…

    June 18, 2024
  • Music for Your Ears and… Your Soul

    Music for Your Ears and… Your Soul

    With a voice as powerful as his soulful energy, Earl Thomas is every bit the entertainer and singer-songwriter. Born into a musical family in rural Tennessee, Thomas grew up in a house brimming with melodies. His father was a bluesman, and his mother a gospel singer, so music runs through his veins. Thomas’ music is…

    June 12, 2024
  • Donor Breast Milk for Premature and Medically Fragile Infants: A Lifesaving Solution

    Donor Breast Milk for Premature and Medically Fragile Infants: A Lifesaving Solution

    In a world where the smallest lives often face the biggest challenges, the University of California Health Milk Bank stands as a beacon of hope. Dr. Julia Cormano and Dr. Lisa Stellwagen guide us through the vital role of donor breast milk for premature and medically fragile infants, showcasing how this invaluable resource transforms lives…

    June 4, 2024
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