Ever since Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road,” TikTok has been known for creating hits and boosting musicians’ careers so that when they hit the charts, it's sometimes seemingly out of nowhere. Just as TikTok’s influence on the music industry has grown, so has the #PopPunk community on the app. Podcaster Kirsten Dorman speaks to members of bands Arrows in Action and Not My Weekend about how they use TikTok and what it’s like to suddenly host live streams instead of post-concert meet-and-greets.
Apr. 21, 2024: Times are Changing
April 21, 2024Join hosts Tyler Abrams and Abby Bessinger for this week's State Press Play. Tune in to hear about the changing times as an abortion ban from 1864 resurfaces, Devilpalooza moves to a different venue and the Coyotes announce their move to Utah.
Apr. 14, 2024: ASU Campus Safety Issues
April 14, 2024Tune in to hear about a recent TikTok trend that has brought ASU campus safety issues to light. Plus, hear from Campus Safety Escorts about the program and its impact.
Apr. 7, 2024: Skateboarding Culture at ASU
April 7, 2024Tune in to hear about an inclusive skateboarding club at ASU. Plus, take a look at how sports betting effects students and challenges surrounding vaccination hesitancy.