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A Season of Gratitude: KSSU DJs Share What They’re Grateful For This Year

It’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of daily life—work deadlines, college assignments, family responsibilities, and even just the occasional rough day can make it hard to appreciate the positives. But practicing gratitude can genuinely transform our outlook and even improve our overall well-being. And no, you don’t have to go big or over the top; it’s often the small, everyday things that can make the biggest impact.

Article Koua Meng Xiong

Combat U – Wrestling

Wassup KSSU listeners and readers, we’ve got an interesting read for you today as our sports team branches out to the wrestling team under Sac State’s new Combat U program! For those unaware, Combat U started official training in the Fall of 2024 with multiple combat sports such as wrestling, boxing, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with Urijah Faber as the Program Coordinator. The program is open to all Sacramento State students. So if you’re interested, feel free to join! 

Article Angelica Gonzalez

Over and Out: ELO’s Farewell Tour

On Wednesday, October 23 I attended Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) farewell tour in Sacramento, California. The concert took place at Golden 1 Center and was a sold-out show. Although I am a big fan of ELO, I originally had not planned to go. I went to the box office less than half an hour before the show started, and my friend and I were lucky enough to snag a really good deal on tickets.

Article Xavier Pickens

The 1% Flow: Overcoming the Fear of Failure

In another powerful episode of The 1% Flow Podcast, we tackle a topic that affects everyone at some point: the fear of failure. Fear of failure is one of the biggest obstacles to achieving greatness, as it holds people back from taking risks, pursuing their passions, and pushing the limits of their potential. But here on The 1% Flow, we believe that failure is not something to be feared but embraced as a valuable part of the journey to success.

Article Michael Cole

The Benefits of Volunteering

As the season of gratitude and giving approaches, I’d like to take a moment to share my thoughts on volunteering, and why it’s so important.

Article Xavier Pickens

The 1% Flow: Exploring the Power of Authenticity in a Filtered World

In the latest episode of The 1% Flow Podcast, we dive into a topic that resonates deeply in today’s social media-driven world: authenticity. With filters, curated feeds, and the pressure to present a flawless version of ourselves online, many people are losing sight of what it means to be real. This episode tackles the importance of showing up as your true self in a world that constantly tries to mold you into something else.

Article Alisa Hakim

It’s Time To Change Children’s Literature

Growing up, my nose was always buried in a book. Reading was my escape, my bridge to other worlds. Unlike today’s generation of iPad kids and endless scrolling on social media, books were my go-to distraction. They offered a sense of adventure and wonder that, in my opinion, no screen could match.

Article Xavier Pickens

The 1% Flow: The Art of Self-Awareness

Self-awareness is one of the most powerful tools for growth, both personally and professionally. On The 1% Flow Podcast, we believe that self-awareness is essential for anyone trying to reach their full potential. It’s about understanding who you are, recognizing your strengths and weaknesses, and being honest about where you need to improve. This episode dives deep into the concept of self-awareness as the cornerstone of personal and professional development.

Article Xavier Pickens

The 1% Flow: Cultural Capital — Using Your Identity as a Superpower

On October 24th, The 1% Flow Podcast explored a topic that’s close to home for many of our listeners—how your cultural identity can be one of your greatest assets. In a world where Black and Brown voices are often underrepresented, we discussed the concept of “cultural capital” and how your background and experiences can be a unique advantage, not a disadvantage.

Article Alisa Hakim & KSSU DJs

Must-Watch Scary Movies: DJs Share Their Favorites for Spooky Season

What better way to celebrate the spooky season than diving into some truly chilling films? For this month’s post, we asked our DJs to share their go-to horror movies—the ones that made them jump, gasp, or maybe even laugh in the face of fear. If you’re looking for bone-chilling recommendations or just want to know which films our DJs can’t get out of their heads, keep reading to find your next scare!

DJ Ace – As Above, So Below (2014)

Article Samantha Villagomez

Hozier: Unearth Unreal Concert Review

Hozier, the Irish god himself, had graced his presence in Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center on September 9th and luckily, I was there to frolic in the glorious rock, soul, and folk music with him.

Article Xavier Pickens

The 1% Flow: Commitment vs. Consistency

In today’s episode of The 1% Flow, we dived into a topic that resonates with everyone: commitment versus consistency. These two concepts are often talked about together, but they’re not the same thing. Commitment is the decision you make when you say, “I’m going to do this.” But consistency? That’s the action of doing it every day, regardless of how you feel or what obstacles come your way.