Professor discusses marmots and tradition of Groundhog Day

The tradition of Groundhog Day began in 1887 in a town called Punxatawney, Pennsylvania, helping German and Dutch settlers in the 18th and 19th centuries predict the coming of spring depending on whether or not the groundhogs emerged from their burrows. Long Story Short host Taylor Erickson spoke with Dr. Dan Blumstein, the chair of the […]

Daily Bruin Opinion columnist Alexandra Tashman breaks down Los Angeles mayoral race

Last Monday, five Los Angeles mayoral candidates came to Royce Hall to debate the issues of securing pensions for city employees and revitalizing local transportation. Daily Bruin opinion columnist Alexandra Tashman talks to Long Story Short host Taylor Erickson today about the strengths and weaknesses of the two main candidates, Wendy Greuel and Eric Garsetti.

Long Story Short – February 4, 2013

This week, Daily Bruin Opinion columnist Alexandra Tashman joins the hosts to discuss the Los Angeles mayoral debates that happened in Royce Hall last Monday. Also, Staff Meteorologist James Murakami gives a tour of the weather forecasting instruments used to predict weather on campus. Lastly, Dr. Dan Blumstein, chair of the Department of Ecology and […]