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ROADMAP TO CMU: "Welcome to CMU: Insider Tips and Campus Life"

It’s a new episode of "Roadmap to CMU!" Host Kwame Ofori is joined by Pushpa Talluri and Daniel Essilfie to share tips on navigating campus life, finding resources and the best hangout spots at Central Michigan University. Everything you need to start your CMU journey!


Raving geeks: Superman: Legacy

It's a bird! It's a plane! Nope! Its a brand new season of "Raving Geeks!" Host Christian Valk is back and joined by returning "Raving Geeks" host Carter Salley. In this episode they talk about the news and leaks regarding James Gunn's DC Universe and Superman: Legacy!


Past Deadline: The M&M Duo

In this episode of "Past Deadline," sports editor Sydney Neal talks with Central Michigan University seniors Marion Lukes and Myles Bailey about their time as running backs on the CMU football team. 

Editor's note: This podcast was recorded on site, rather than in-studio. 


Past Deadline E24-1: 'the light at the end of the tunnel is not a train'

In this episode of "Past Deadline," News Editor Courtney Boyd talks with the director of the School of Communication, Journalism and Media, Dr. Heather Polinsky, and the director of the School of Politics, Society, Justice and Public Service, Dr. Thomas Greitens, about their schools' department mergers. 

Editor's note: This podcast was recorded over the telephone, rather than in-studio.


Raving Geeks summer special: 'Sweetheart' part 1

In this special summer episode, "Raving Geeks" host Christian Valk talks with Director Carolann Elliot and lead actress Reese Hildner their upcoming feature-length film 'Sweetheart.' CMU alumna Elliot wrote the film, which debuts Saturday, June 1, at the Historic Howell Theater. 

Editor's note: This episode was recorded remotely via video conferencing, rather in than in-studio. 


Decoding DEI: Student and Staff Experience

In this episode of "Past Deadline," Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman talks with reporters Sydney Neal and Renae King about their efforts to showcase the diverse life stories of students and staff  in Mount Pleasant and on campus. 


Decoding DEI: 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.


Sources 

Ocala StarBanner 

The Gainesville Sun 

Murderpedia

Allthat'sinteresting 


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.