OC Insight Episodes
Episode 4: The Real OC»
The episode explodes the myths about Orange County made popular in shows like The Real Housewives of Orange County and The OC. Contrary to the perception of Orange County as a wealthy enclave of beautiful people living and playing in a resort setting, the county is demographically diverse and rich in a variety of cultures, with dramatically changing demographics and landscapes.
Episode 3: The Youth Vote »
This episode explores youth involvement in the political process, especially in the 2008 presidential election, new technology that young people use to communicate and non traditional sources that influence their political opinions and reactions. The episode also discusses polls and their impacts.
Episode 2: Illegal Immigration »
This episode explores issues raised in the POV “Made in LA,” which follows the remarkable journey of three Latina immigrants working in LA’s garment factories. The focus of the POV is their struggle for self-empowerment as they wage a three-year battle to bring a major clothing retailer to the negotiating table to improve working conditions. For more information about the POV documentary, visit: http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2007/madeinla/
CSUF's OC Insight episode features discussions regarding illegal immigration in Orange County and its impact on education and other public services.
Episode 1: The Cost of Living in OC »
This episode explores issues raised in the POV “Waging a Living,” a chronicle of the day to day struggles of four low-wage earners and how complex and frustrating life can be for more than 30 million Americans who are working hard but feel trapped in poverty. For more information about the POV documentary, visit: http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2006/wagingaliving/about.html
CSUF's OC Insight episode features discussions regarding the financial struggles of re-entry students and low wage earners to find affordable housing in Orange County.
