The Renegade Rip – The news site of Bakersfield College
Abigale Paz, Reporter. October 25, 2024 • No Comments. As the digital age reshapes the foundation of modern-day democracy, Bakersfield College hosted a Digital Age Democracy: A Media Literacy Symposium event on Oct. 24, that showcased different panels that presented their own individual take on media democracy to spread information to attendees.
“The Beatles: Get Back” Review – The Renegade Rip
Dec 1, 2021 · The fab-four return in Disney Plus’ new docu-series, “The Beatles: Get Back,” which premiered Nov. 25 exclusively on the platform. Directed by Peter Jackson, director of “The Lord of the Rings Trilogy,” he brings an accurate view of the Beatles in their final days amidst the vast speculation as to what had brought this great...
David Schein presents his book, “Decline of America: 100 Years of ...
Oct 13, 2021 · The Renegade Institute for Liberty at Bakersfield College hosted David Schein, a professor and associate dean at the University of St. Thomas in Huston, on Oct. 11, as he presented his book, “The Decline of America: 100 Years of Leadership Failures.” In the speech he gave insight into past presidents, political failures, and his ideas...
Kern County votes in general election – The Renegade Rip
Nov 6, 2024 · Voters headed to the polls on Nov. 5 to make their picks for local, state and federal offices. Kern County voters selected county supervisors in District 2 and District 5, assembly members in districts 32 and 35, and representatives to the U.S. congress. They also decided on multiple propositions and a California senator. Voters also...
Adoption across the globe – The Renegade Rip
6 days ago · Adjunct Librarian Joey Merritt shared her experiences adopting two international children in a presentation she gave on Nov. 5. Although there were only a few in attendance it was highly informative. Merrit is the adoptive parent of two young women adopted as babies from Eastern Europe. She planned early on to adopt at least one...
Deep Cuts and Conversation discusses music they don’t like
Sep 16, 2021 · “Deep Cuts and Conversation” spoke about the music they don’t like in their first installment of the semester that was held on Sept. 14 via Zoom. “Deep Cuts and Conversation” is a Levan Center event and hosted by professors, Josh Ottum, Kris Tiner, and Reggie Williams where they and the audience have an open conversation...
“Taylor Swift: Eras Tour” film review – The Renegade Rip
Oct 18, 2023 · I dragged my husband to see the new Taylor Swift film that came out on Oct. 13. “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” concert movie is a spectacular LIVE performance of Taylor Swift at The Eras Tour in SoFi Stadium that was filmed back in early August 2023. The Eras Tour is Taylor Swift’s sixth tour...
Genetic Engineering and Reproduction – The Renegade Rip
6 days ago · On Nov. 6, Psychology Professor Reggie Williams, led the Gadfly Cafe discussion based on the topic of Genetic Engineering and Reproduction. The question discussed was, “Should people be allowed to genetically engineer their offspring’s DNA?” We are at a point in time where we can use biology to genetically engineer DNA. BC Professor Joe Saldivar...
Exciting winter movie releases – The Renegade Rip
Nov 6, 2024 · 2024 has been an amazing year for films and the end of the year does not seem to let up with exciting releases. From many different things like biopics, horror, and even some good old animation coming for all movie fans very soon. One of my most anticipated releases is Robert Eggers’ adaptation of “Nosferatu”....
Venom 2: Let There Be Carnage - The Renegade Rip
Oct 15, 2021 · And carnage there was! The second of Sony’s additions to the symbiote’s on-screen gallery debuted on the first of October. While it may have fallen short in box office expectations, objectively it was received well among fans of the obnoxious anti-hero. The second iteration to the Venom series continues with the story of Eddie Brock...