Kristopher Caalim

Theatre Rats REDUX: Fishy adventures with “Ponyo”

A childhood favorite and a review of Hayao Miyazaki’s depiction of women

Kristopher Caalim, Delaney Joyce, Chris D. Johnson, and Jeremy Brown
May 18, 2026

Kristopher Caalim is joined by Delaney Joyce, Chris D. Johnson and Jeremy Brown as they take a look at the Studio Ghibli film “Ponyo.” They explore the film's art style and themes, all wrapped in cute, fishy packages

Theatre Rats REDUX: Getting lost in the world of ‘Avatar’

Big, beautiful and many shades of blue

Kristopher Caalim, Nykeriyah Brown, and AJ Tinkess
May 8, 2026

The three hosts, Kristopher Caalim, AJ Tinkess and Nykeriyah Brown, take a look at James Cameron’s legendary sci-fi film and explore how big an impact the “biggest film of all time” truly made.

Game on: Shedding light on the Sac State Esports team

Sac State's Esports team plays by their own rules

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
April 23, 2026

With this new semester, Sac State's Esports team is aiming to make bigger waves on campus.

Hive Insider: Women’s History Month rewind, recent ‘No Kings’ protests and more

Hosts Kristopher Caalim, Cilfton Bullock III and Aaron Lofton give you the latest on-campus news

Kristopher Caalim, Aaron Lofton, and Clifton Bullock III
April 9, 2026

Hosts Kristopher Caalim, Cilfton Bullock III and Aaron Lofton spotlight articles from the past week, including reflections on the recent Women’s History Month events, the recent “No Kings” protest at the State Capitol, and more.

Theatre Rats REDUX: Having the time of our lives with ‘Mamma Mia!’

Walking the balance between joy and melancholy.

Kristopher Caalim, Katy Day, Shawn Chand, and Amaya Baker
March 21, 2026

Host Kristopher Caalim sits with Amaya Baker, Katy Day and Shawn Chand to talk about the 2008 musical film “Mamma Mia!” in celebration of Women’s History Month. The four discuss the film's joy and unapologetic energy as a female-led story.

‘Third World Women Unite!’ exposes the struggles of women across the globe

'There is no liberation until the most vulnerable among us are free'

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
March 20, 2026

Sacramento State Asian American Studies program held a conference panel called “Third World Women Unite!” To bring attention to the difficulties of Asian American women who live both here in the United States and overseas.

‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ is worthy of praise on Broadway at Music Circus’ stage

A dazzling showcase with some diamonds in the rough

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
March 16, 2026

The classic rock opera returned to the Music Circus stage on March 13. The opera delivered a performance worthy of a joyful cheer.

The Buzz: Covers and Parodies

Dive into the divisive world of recontextualized music

Julian Panela, Shawn Chand, and Kristopher Caalim
March 14, 2026

Hosts Julian Panela and Shawn Chand are joined by Kristopher Caalim to explore the controversial genre of cover and parody music. The group discusses the TV show “Glee” and the diverse range of recontextualized music.

Hive Insider: Capital Campus expansion, reviews and lion dancers for Lunar New Year

Hosts Kristopher Caalim, Cilfton Bullock III and Aaron Lofton give you the latest on-campus news

Kristopher Caalim, Clifton Bullock III, and Aaron Lofton
February 28, 2026

Hosts Kristopher Caalim, Clifton Bullock III and Aaron Lofton spotlight articles from the past week. Including recent news about plans to expand the campus downtown, the story of different transfer students, and various reviews of recent albums and movies.

Theatre Rats REDUX: Reconnecting with ‘Let It Shine’

A return to peak 2012 kids culture

Kristopher Caalim, Nykeriyah Brown, Clifton Bullock III, and Maya Denaé Taylor
February 28, 2026

Host Kristopher Caalim sits with Nykeriyah Brown, Clifton Bullock III and Maya Denaé Taylor to talk about the 2012 Disney Channel Original Movie, “Let It Shine”, in celebration of Black History Month. The four discuss the film's representation of Black music and culture, and they reflect on the broader cultural context in which it was written.

A pretty but flawed animation: ‘Goat’ film review

Just a bit short of another MVP animated feature

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
February 22, 2026

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry steps into film with the hopes of landing another win for the animation community with “Goat.”

‘Wuthering Heights’: A shallow display of romance

An oversimplification of a beloved classic

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
February 22, 2026

Emerald Fennell takes on a literary classic, misses the point to the point of asking why adopt the book at all.

Theatre Rats REDUX: Getting cozy and nostalgic with ‘Good Luck Charlie: It’s Christmas!’

Christmas hijinks and warm feelings

Kristopher Caalim, Delaney Lopes, Analah Wallace, and Esmeralda Garcia
December 15, 2025

Kristopher Caalim sits with Delaney Lopes, Analah Wallace and Esmeralda Garcia to discuss the 2011 film “Good Luck Charlie: It’s Christmas!” and bring in the festive spirit of December. The four revisit this classic Disney Channel original movie and explore what makes it a Christmas classic.

State Hornet Spotlight: An exploration of video games and storytelling

Teaching games as literature and the study of storytelling

Kristopher Caalim, Staffer
November 25, 2025

In this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, host Kristopher Caalim interviews Literature Professor Luna Loganayagam. Acting as Sac State's first professor to host a class that focuses on Video Games as pieces of literature. The two explore what it means for Video Games to be part of pop culture media.

Theatre Rats REDUX: Holding space for ‘Wicked’

A wickedly good time discussing the 2024 musical movie

Kristopher Caalim, Jada Portillo, Daisy Martinez, and Delaney Lopes
November 22, 2025

Kristopher Caalim sits with Jada Portillo, Daisy Martinez and Delaney Lopes to discuss the 2024 film “Wicked,” with its sequel, “Wicked: For Good” just around the corner. The four discuss the movie’s music and themes and what it means to have such a timeless Broadway musical on the big screen.

Hive Insider: New live-in policy, post-concert statements, No Kings protest and more

Hosts Kristopher Caalim, Samuel Bierdeman and Jada Portillo discuss the latest news from around campus

Kristopher Caalim, Jada Portillo, and Sam Bierdeman
November 5, 2025

In this episode, hosts Kristopher Caalim, Samuel Bierdeman and Jada Portillo discuss the new live-in requirement for freshmen, rising safety concerns after Lil Yachty's performance and various protests around campus.

New ideas and older problems: A ‘Pokémon Legends: Z-A’ review

Small steps toward evolution

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
November 3, 2025

“Pokémon,” the popular monster-collecting game series, invites players back to Lumiose City in its latest release.

Theatre Rats REDUX: A walk through Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In The Heights’

Singing, Dancing and a lot of untapped potential

Kristopher Caalim, Julian Panela, Myranda Martinez, and Esmeralda Garcia
October 14, 2025

Kristopher Caalim sits with Myranda Martinez, Esmeralda Garcia and Julian Panela to discuss the 2021 film “In The Heights.” The four discuss the movie’s merit as a piece of Latino representation in film, and whether Lin-Manuel Miranda's idea of culture is relevant.

Hive Insider: WEUSI festival, limited class availability and more

Hosts Kris Caalim and Maya Denaé Taylor discuss the latest news from around campus

Maya Denaé Taylor and Kristopher Caalim
September 26, 2025

In this episode, Kris Caalim and Maya Denaé Taylor discuss Sacramento State students' struggles with class registration as well as other recent on- and off-campus events.

A different kind of heartache: ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Season 3 Review

A grand finale to one unforgettable summer

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
September 24, 2025

After three seasons, “The Summer I Turned Pretty” has hooked audiences. Now with the last season wrapped up, does this summer romance come to a satisfying end?

Is it worth the switch? Three months with the Nintendo Switch 2

An upgrade in necessity rather than an improvement

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
September 12, 2025

Nintendo’s newest console has been out for three months. Is it worth the high asking price?

Sac State hosts first-ever Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Student Academic Success Summit

“Many Islands, One Ocean”

Kristopher Caalim, Staffer
May 5, 2025

Sac State hosted its inaugural Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Student Academic Success Summit, emphasizing the need for greater NHPI representation in the school community.

State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State

Orlando Rodriguez discusses how he got into live music mixing and more

Kristopher Caalim, Staffer
May 5, 2025

Host Kristopher Caalim talks with Orlando Rodriguez about what it’s like being a student while working with KSSU, his time with music and Dj-ing and more.

A fair enough tale: Disney’s ‘Snow White’ is a half-baked apple pie of a movie

Yet another Disney live-action remake

Kristopher Caalim, Staffer
April 8, 2025

The 2025 re-telling of “Snow White” saw a lot of controversy up to its release. Despite all of it, the movie was still unable to be anything more than unimaginative.

Hive Insider: Black History Month, Sac State’s Habit Burger and ASI Children’s Center

Kris Caalim and Alex Wong talk about a Sac State graduate rising from prison, a recent letter from the Department of Education and more.

Alex Wong and Kristopher Caalim
March 13, 2025

In this episode, Kristopher Caalim and Alex Wong discuss stories that honor Black History Month, new on-campus eateries and more.

Nostalgia Stings 1: An Overview of Sacramento

Reviewing Sacramento’s historical pop-culture spots throughout history

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
February 24, 2025

Host Kris Caalim introduces co-host Mikeal Trotti to pop culture hotspots in Sacramento.

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