USC Annenberg Impact

.@uscimpact is an award-winning documentary series produced by @USCAnnenberg students. Want to learn more? Watch the video below 👇 Also be sure to tune into Impact on Spectrum News every Sunday at 11 a.m., 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. ✌️

Watch the trailer of 'Crisis and Campaign' as community leaders from Southern California fight environmental issues.

Mountain Lions in Los Angeles? The big cats call the City of Angels home, but their natural environment is disappearing. “Wild City Life” explores the lives of those trying to ensure the animals survive and the obstacles that come along with that task. Full trailer below:

Dive into the diverse experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals navigating online dating apps. Watch the trailer for “Digital Bathhouse” below!

Meet a southern California resident whose love of surfing sparked a question for one Impact producer about whether surfing can be considered an addiction. Watch the trailer and stay tuned for the full segment coming up this Sunday.

Take a deep dive into the ocean to meet a team of scientists helping the U.S. and the world move away from fossil fuels. Watch the trailer for “The Kelp Initiative” and stay tuned for the full segment release later today.

Freediving is a dangerous sport. Divers run the risk of blacking out while holding their breath for long periods of time. Some are using mediation to help reduce the chances of injury or death. Check out the trailer for “Breathtaking” and tune in on Dec. 5 for the full segment.

Learn how produced water from oil extraction is a possible resource to support farmers in the Central Valley, where drought-stricken conditions have put pressure on precious water resources. Watch the trailer for “Oil in Eden” and stay tuned for the full segment this Sunday!

During the pandemic, student parents in the United States faced a huge challenge managing their daily lives. Watch the trailer of ‘A Balancing Act’ to know some of their struggles when education was online.

The Asian American community experienced an alarming increase in hate crimes during the Covid-19 pandemic. Watch the trailer for “America’s Hate: Racism During Pandemic” to get some personal insight from the community and stay tuned for the full segment release this Sunday

Follow along with “ROCO,” the River Oaks Chamber Orchestra, and how they utilize innovative QR codes to connect people with parks and outdoor spaces through the power of music. Checkout the trailer for “ROCO On The Go” and watch the full segment which releases tonight!

Take a look inside Taiwan’s interiors to meet one of the island's 16 indigenous communities, as they struggle to hold on to old traditions in this modern era. Checkout the trailer for “An Indigenous Life: The Taiwanese Truku Tribe” and stay tuned for the full segment on Sunday!

Look inside a coffee house in South Central LA that is an invaluable community staple and a sit-down restaurant with soul food options. Checkout the trailer for “Wonder Woman of Watts” and stay tuned for the full segment release on Friday!

According to America's Research Group, around 18% of Americans will thrift in a given year. We meet a dedicated group of designers and tinkerers who resurrect these once forgotten items. Watch the trailer for “Reworked” and stay tuned for the full segment this Sunday on Spectrum!

As we wait for Impact Season 4 to premiere on Spectrum, take a look back at some of our favorite stories from the last season. This week, we bring to you the experiences of entrepreneurs in spa industry. Stay tuned for the full segment of ‘Business of Spa’ releasing this Friday.

Take a trip back into the Impact Archive with us as we tell the story of ping pong and what it means to those who play.

.@lavamaex brings showers and care services to LA’s unhoused population. Check out the trailer for “Hope for a Cleaner Future” and stay tuned for the full segment that will be released later today.

Thousands of people choose to embark on a deadly journey through the Devil’s Highway. See why they make that decision to cross the border and risk their lives in the process. Check out the trailer for ‘Desconocido (Unknown)’ and stay tuned to watch the full segment later today.

When the pandemic shut down schools and workplaces, a rise in animal fosters and adopters followed. In this story, we meet a college student who found solace and structure through his companionship with a young chihuahua terrier mix. The full segment will be released on Friday!

According to the U.S. Census Bureau,“Chamorros”, the indigenous people of the Mariana Islands, make up less than 1% of the American population. Watch the trailer for “Home Away from Home: Chamorros in the Diaspora” and watch for the full segment that will be released tomorrow!