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Diversity, Equity and Indifference?: CMU DEI efforts
In this three-part podcast, members of SPJ ( Society of Professional Journalists), CM-Life, and Lori Brost JRN 445 capstone class sit down and talk about their experiences working on this year's investigation project. In this episode, Zipporah Abarca, Lauren Rice, Masha Smahliuk, and Kaia Zimmerman discuss their experiences investigating Central Michigan University DEI Efforts.
Crime Time E7: Raising Awareness of Sexual Assault with Steve Thompson
In the season finale of Crime Time, Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman sits down with Steve Thompson to discuss the importance of raising awareness of sexual assault. Listen to hear what Steve has to say and Abby's final goodbyes.
LISTENER DISCRETION STRONGLY ADVISED - This podcast includes conversations including sexual abuse and murder. This conversation may be deeply disturbing and may not be suitable for all ages. See below for source information.
Where to report sexual misconduct concerns.
CMU Office of Civil Rights and Institutional Equity - 989-774-3253
CMU Police Department - 989-774-3081
Isabella County Sheriff's Department - 989-773-5911
Michigan State Police Department - 989-773-5951
Mount Pleasant Police Department - 989-779-5100
Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Police Department - 989-775-4700
Visit the Office of Civil Rights & Institutional Equity for more available resources.
Raving Geeks: Grand Rapids Comic-Con and Ashley's Farewell
Get ready for an epic adventure with host Christian Valk on a special final episode of Raving Geeks, where he takes you into the heart of Grand Rapids Comic Con! Along side comic con cohost Ashley Martin stops into sign off for the last time. Tune into listen to special interviews and see what Ashley has to say!
Women in Sports S2 E1: CMU Dance Team
In this episode of Women in Sports, sports editor Kaia Zimmerman and reporter Hadlee Peters are joined by Central Michigan dance team captains Alyssa Melnik and Alaina Patalon. The two captains talk about their recent trip to Orlando, Florida where their team took home two national championship titles. They also discuss the hard work it takes to win along with the barriers they face to get to the national championship.
Are You Smarter than a CM-Lifer: Zipporah Vs. Rachel
In the season finale of "Are You Smarter Than a CM-Lifer.", Editor-in-chief Zipporah and Advertising Manager Rachel Kidder compete in the last chance to end up on top of the leaderboard. Listen to hear Zipporah and Rachel debate what is considered a vegetable and how to do basic math.
Raving Geeks E6: Are you smarter than a Raving Geek?
In this episode, Ashley Martin creates a test for co-host Christian Valk to see if he can pass quiz questions from 1st Grade to 12th Grade. Listen to see what questions you can get right and see which Raving Geek can pass school before college!
Sex is Central E4: CMU's Pride Month
Is it April? Yes, it is, and that means it is CMU's Pride Month! Hosts Courtney and Yesenia begin discussing how sex ed classrooms and curriculum have represented the LGBTQ+ community. Unfortunately, it hasn't been all that great... at all. This is why SexisCentral will open up this conversation, for the next 2 episodes, in hopes to share some facts and positive representation!
Disclaimer: We are always working to be inclusive and mindful on this podcast. So please feel free to reach out if you have any comments, questions, or concerns!
char1yk@cmich.edu
Past Deadline E2: Healthy neighborhoods and health equity
In this episode of "Past Deadline," reporter Nchiewe Ani sits down with CMU alumna and public health lecturer Dr. Janae Bady to discuss healthy neighborhoods and health equity.
Crime Time E6: What's up with University of Florida and Murder?
In this episode of Crime Time, Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman investigates the murder of Saleha Huuda and the killing spree of the Gainesville Ripper.
LISTENER DISCRETION STRONGLY ADVISED - This podcast includes conversations including sexual abuse and murder. This conversation may be deeply disturbing and may not be suitable for all ages. See below for source information.
Where to report sexual misconduct concerns.
CMU Office of Civil Rights and Institutional Equity - 989-774-3253
CMU Police Department - 989-774-3081
Isabella County Sheriff's Department - 989-773-5911
Michigan State Police Department - 989-773-5951
Mount Pleasant Police Department - 989-779-5100
Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Police Department - 989-775-4700
Visit the Office of Civil Rights & Institutional Equity for more available resources.
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Raving Geeks E5: Battle of the Breakfast Food
In this episode, co-hosts, Christian Valk and Ashley Martin, create a bracket of common breakfast foods and debate on what breakfast food is the king of them all. Listen in to see who is crowned king and see if you agree with our choices!
Are you Smarter Than an CM-Lifer E6: Kaia Vs. Lauren
In this episode of "Are You Smarter Than an CM-Lifer" Abby Zimmerman is joined by Kaia Zimmerman and Lauren Rice as they battle it out for the top of the scorebored. Listen to hear about cloning sheeps, the time that Abby eat a whole container of vitamin's in one sitting, and Taylor Swifts.
Raving Geeks E4: Star Wars
In this episode, co-hosts, Christian Valk and Ashley Martin, are joined by Yesenia Char, one of the amazing hosts of “Sex is central”, as this season’s first guest. Together they talk Star Wars ranging from opinions on the TV shows, iconic Movies, immersive video games, and Lightsabers in general.
Past Deadline :Navigating women's communities through the LGBTQ+ perspective
In this episode of Past Deadline, senior reporter Renae King sits down with Sophia Scarnecchia and talks about their experiences at Central Michigan University as a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
Sex is Central:EP3 QUIZ TIME
In this episode, Courtney and Yesenia test their sex education by taking online quizzes! How many of these questions were you able to answer?
Disclaimer: Today's episode is not sponsored or affiliated with any of the quizzes described or mentioned in the episode.
Crime Time E5: MK-Ultra
CRIME TIME IS BACK!!!!!!!
In this episode, Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman dives into the true story behind MK-Ultra. The CIA and U.S government is full of secrets and conspiracy. These conspiracies have lead to popular shows like Stranger Things. Listen to hear about the real story behind Stranger Things and the reason that the U.S brought the world supply of LSD.
Are You Smarter than a CM-Lifer :Lucas vs Mason - Round 2
In this episode, Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman is joined by CM-Life Ad teams Mason Turner and Lucas Bieganski as they face off for redemption and put their knowledge to the test. Stay tuned to find out who is CM-Life's animal guy and who is "Are You Smarter than a CM-Lifer" newest champion. You won't want to miss this!
Maroon and Bold E5
In this episode of Maroon and Bold, Hunter Gudyka talks about men's basketball clinching a spot in the MAC tournament. Plus Sydney Neal joins the conversations to talk about CMU womens basketball.
Raving Geeks E3: Video Games into Movies
In this episode, co-hosts, Christian Valk and Ashley Martin, talk about the variety of video games made into audience and critic loved or hated movies. Listen to see if your favorite movie is on the list and hear what critics have to say!
Maroon and Bold E4
In this episode of Maroon and Bold, Hunter Gudyka comes on to talk about men’s basketball and their MAC tournament hopes. Then, Hadlee Peters joins the episode to talk about CMU gymnastics win over Bowling Green. Finally, Sydney Neal talks about CMU women’s basketball’s current struggles.
MS NEWS: CMU Professor on her life in Nigeria
MS News - Multicultural Student Newsletter - is a place to have multicultural voices heard, provided with resources and a feeling of home. Central Michigan Life reporter Nchiewe Ani sits down with CMU English Professor Maureen Eke to talk about her experiences living in Nigeria and surviving the Nigerian Biafra war.
