How to Cope with Panic Attacks
By Calvin MillerWeb Content Contributor Have you ever been in a situation where your mind started racing, your heart seems to be pounding at 200 beats per minute, and you begin sweating? Worse yet, you have no idea what brought … Continue reading How to Cope with Panic Attacks
Retro:The Rap Alias of Los Retros Frontman
By Jesse RodriguezMusic Journalist Known for his soulful ballads and jazz/funk-inspired tracks Los Retros frontman, Mauri Tapia, also has a couple of hip-hop tracks floating around the internet under the name “Retro.” Although only having a few hip-hop tracks, Retro’s … Continue reading Retro:The Rap Alias of Los Retros Frontman
KTSW Translates: Spanish
By Tiger Shi Web Content Contributor Spanish is a wonderful language to translate because in Texas, Spanish is the most widely spoken language besides English. You can see Spanish signs displayed at Houston’s major airport and instruction manuals so the … Continue reading KTSW Translates: Spanish
Curious Cravings: Babe’s and Texas Brewhouse
By Shack KhozaSegment Producer In this segment, Shack Khoza explains why breakfast is the most important meal of the day as he critiques one new short-order coffee restaurant and an unfamiliar dine-in coffee restaurant. Featured image by KTSW Multimedia. Continue reading Curious Cravings: Babe’s and Texas Brewhouse
24kGoldn: El Dorado Album Review
By Michael KaiserMusic Journalist San Francisco native Golden Landis Von Jones, better known as 24kGoldn, has established a solid reputation during his come-up these last couple of years. Jones made waves with his EP Dropped Out of College, featuring hit songs … Continue reading 24kGoldn: El Dorado Album Review
Last.fm: The Music App that Tracks Rotations
By Jennifer Romero Music Journalist As an avid music tracker and someone obsessed with Spotify’s yearly wrapped, I love being able to recounter what I have been actively listening to. For this purpose I use Last.fm, an app that tells … Continue reading Last.fm: The Music App that Tracks Rotations
Interviewing Creative, Alain Gakwaya
By Christopher BrockerHip-hop Director Alain Gakwaya has created his lane in the art world, and he refuses to be placed in a box. The world is his canvas and he is ready to tell you his story. Gakwaya, born and … Continue reading Interviewing Creative, Alain Gakwaya
History of the Hill Country: Episode 6
By Calvin MillerPodcast Manager In this episode of History of the Hill Country, Calvin dives into the history of San Marcos, Texas, the home of our wonderful school, Texas State University. Tune in as Calvin brings us up to date about … Continue reading History of the Hill Country: Episode 6
The Power of Code-Switching
By Lea MercadoWeb Content Contributor In April of 2019, Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delivered a speech at Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network Convention in New York City. Days after, Twitter flooded with backlash over Ocasio-Cortez’s “drawl.” Ocasio-Cortez incorporated informal slang such … Continue reading The Power of Code-Switching
Player’s Circle: Episode 3
By Josiah BlackwoodPodcast Producer Players Circle is a podcast designed for any and everyone to enjoy. Players Circle is a podcast based around real life topics of the day. On Players Circle no subject is taboo and no thought is held back. The … Continue reading Player’s Circle: Episode 3
Amy Winehouse: Frank Review
By John Frank AlvaradoMusic Journalist 13 years ago we were given a beautiful moment in Grammy history. On February 10, 2008, Amy Winehouse made history by being the first British female artist to win five Grammys in a single night, … Continue reading Amy Winehouse: Frank Review
Stop Eating Fish
Diamond Marie PedrozaWeb Content Contributor Last month, I saw one of Netflix’s recent documentary releases, “Seaspiracy.” The film follows Ali Trabizi, a man who investigates atrocities occurring globally in marine life, and what the effects of these atrocities are and … Continue reading Stop Eating Fish
A Little About Stellar Coffee Co.
By Katie KrupinskiCommunity Relations Stellar Coffee Co. is an ethically sourced coffee shop located in downtown San Marcos. The demographic of people that visit this coffee shop is based on college students. Due to its welcoming and cozy atmosphere, this … Continue reading A Little About Stellar Coffee Co.
Kid Bloom: Blood Sugar Review
By Maddy LehrMusic Journalist Kid Bloom’s frontman, Lennon Kloser, is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter. In his latest EP, Blood Sugar, he perfectly combines elements from 70’s psychedelic pop and modern dream pop. He finds influence in artists ranging from David … Continue reading Kid Bloom: Blood Sugar Review
Calvinomics: Episode 27
By Calvin MillerPodcast Manager Do tariffs really help domestic industries grow and thrive? Short answer: no. Tariffs are essentially a tax on any import coming into the country that are then passed onto consumers such as all of us. So why … Continue reading Calvinomics: Episode 27
The Potential of BLUEOX in the Rock World
By John GamezMusic Journalist Psychedelic rock was born in the late ’60s and has made its place to stay for generations to come. Bands like The Doors, The Beatles and Pink Floyd are most widely known for birthing this new … Continue reading The Potential of BLUEOX in the Rock World
Netflix Films and Shows to Watch Instead of Adulting
by Jernice Kelley Web Content Contributor If you are anything like me, you probably would rather curl up in bed and watch TV rather than doing work. Watching a good show or movie always puts me in a good mood … Continue reading Netflix Films and Shows to Watch Instead of Adulting
The Local Business Struggle
By Paige Greene Web Content Assistant Manager It has been no secret that COVID-19 has been tough on students, families and schools, but many of us may fail to recognize the strain this pandemic has on local businesses. With the … Continue reading The Local Business Struggle
Cosmo Pyke: A Piper for Janet EP Review
By Dillon Veazie Music Journalist Four years after the release of his debut album, South London artist Cosmo Pyke brings us A Piper for Janet EP. It is safe to say Pyke has leveled up exponentially during his four year … Continue reading Cosmo Pyke: A Piper for Janet EP Review
A Melodious Mixtape of Emotions
By Khoza ShebachMusic Journalist Ill-defined, alternative pop music are the words to describe this seven-track album created by Baby FuzZ titled Welcome To The Future. This album is dedicated to young adults who surround themselves with sarcasm and dark humor. … Continue reading A Melodious Mixtape of Emotions
