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Central Michigan Life Podcasts

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Are You Smarter than a CM-Lifer: Zipporah Vs. Rachel

April 23, 2024 16:59 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MB

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.

The 420 Special & Cultivation

April 18, 2024 15:55 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Join Patrick and Jake of Pure Options as they discuss with Zipporah the cultivation of flower and preparations for their upcoming 420 block party. *For use by individuals 21 years of age or older only. Keep out of reach of children. It is illegal to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of marijuana National Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222

Crime Time E6: What's up with University of Florida and Murder?

April 03, 2024 18:35 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MB

 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. 

Baked Chips S1:E5 Black Market v. Legal

March 20, 2024 23:45 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MB

Join host Zipporah in a conversation with Rock and Patrick from Pure Options about legal vs. black market cannabis. This podcast is recommended for individuals 21+ years of age.  For use by individuals 21 years of age or older only. Keep out of reach of children. It is illegal to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of marijuana National Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222 

MS News: CMU PROFESSOR ON HER LIFE IN NIGERIA

March 04, 2024 03:22 - 44 minutes - 61.8 MB

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.

Sex is Central Welcome Courtney

March 04, 2024 00:16 - 25 minutes - 24 MB

In in episode of Sex is Central, Yesenia Char is joined by our new co-host, Courtney Boyd! What better way to introduce Courtney than to have her share her sex education experience? Spoiler alert, she never had to wrap a condom around a banana. Our hosts also dive into a discussion comparing sex ed policies in Michigan, North Carolina, and Oregon. And somehow, Yesenia mentions Star Wars again.  Get involved with Sex is Central by using the Link Below: https://forms.gle/Pn6QJxNGUuKPkkiP6

Raving Geeks Video Games to Movies

March 03, 2024 22:30 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MB

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

March 03, 2024 22:14 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MB

In this episode of Maroon and Bold, Sports Editor Kaia Zimmerman is joined by sports reporter Hunter Gudyka to preview the CMU men’s basketball’s toilet paper toss game. Then, Hadlee Peters joins the conversation to talk about CMU gymnastics first Mid-American Conference loss to Ball State. Finally, Sydney Neal comes on to talk about women’s basketball’s MAC tournament hopes. Also, the sports desk gives their takes on Valentine’s Day.  Edited by Kwame Dwomoh Ofori

Baked Chips S1:E4 THC and Terpenes

February 20, 2024 22:12 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

Rock and Patrick from Pure Options discuss THC and Terpenes. This podcast is recommended for individuals 21+ years of age. For use by individuals 21 years of age or older only. Keep out of reach of children. It is illegal to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of marijuana National Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222

Breaking it Down - Millages

February 15, 2024 18:37 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MB

In this episode of "Breaking it Down," News Editor Lauren Rice is joined by Central Civics Student Coordinator Matthew Thomas and League of Women Voters member Frances Lichtman to break down the primary election coming to Michigan on Feb. 27. Stay tuned to hear about resources, millages and how-to's!

Sex is Central - Star Wars

February 15, 2024 16:00 - 9 minutes - 8.76 MB

 Revamped Podcast Alert!!!!  "Sex is Central" is back with new host Yesenia Char as she discusses what to expect for this podcast, how Star Wars is a example of poor education practices and how to be involved in future episodes.  Edited by Yesenia Char 

Are you Smarter than a CM-Lifer: Ashley Vs. Christian

February 14, 2024 20:20 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MB

In this episode of "Are You Smarter than a CM-Lifer, Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman is joined by "Raving Geek" co-host Christian Valk and Ashley Martin as they fight to beat the scores of Nico and Jo. Stay tuned to hear about Meg vs. Jaws, Leonardo DiCaprio and Teen Wolf. Todays episode is sponsored by "Support Our Hoops" the best account management team at CM-Life.

Raving Geeks - FNAF Lore

February 14, 2024 20:18 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MB

 In this confusing episode of raving geeks, co-hosts, Christian Valk and Ashley Martin, embark on an exhilarating complex journey into the intricate and mysterious lore of the widely acclaimed indie game series, Five Nights at Freddy's, crafted by the mastermind behind the madness, Scott Cawthon

Raving Geeks - Doctor Who

February 12, 2024 15:50 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MB

Raving Geeks is Back!!!!! In this episode of Raving Geek, Co-host Christian Valk and Ashley Martin talk nostalgia and excitement of the Doctor Who 60th anniversary three part special as well as Christmas special. 

Are You Smarter than A CM-Lifer E3: Jo vs. Nico

January 31, 2024 19:19 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MB

Visual Editors Nico Mendoza and Jo Kenoshmeg joins Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman in the most chaotic episode of "Are You Smarter than a CM-Lifer". Nico and Jo battle for 1st place spot on the leaderboard. Stay tuned to hear conversations about elks drinking hallucinogens, A.I., and Columbus's ships.

Baked Chips S1.E3 Marijuana Misconceptions

January 20, 2024 17:34 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

Rock and Patrick from Pure Options discuss misconceptions about marijuana and the industry. This podcast is recommended for individuals 21+ years of age.

Crime Time E4 - Vengeful Ex Husband

January 18, 2024 17:34 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MB

On March 5, 2002 Thomas H. Wendt waited outside of the Isabella County Court House in hopes of getting revenge on his ex-wife and the people that did him wrong. In this episode of "CM-Life Crime Time", Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman investigates the 22 year old case of the ruthless shooting in the heart of downtown Mount Pleasant Michigan. LISTENER DISCRETION STRONGLY ADVISED - This podcast includes conversations including gun violence, animal abuse and murder. This conversation may be dee...

Are You Smarter than a CM-Lifer: Mason Vs. Lucas

January 09, 2024 17:00 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MB

NEW PODCAST ALERT!!! In a new podcast, Are You Smarter than a CM Lifer, Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman tests the knowledge of the CMLife staff on random trivia. In this episode, Abby is joined by CM-Life Ad teams Mason Turner and Lucas Bieganski as they face off and put their holiday knowledge to the test. Stay tuned to hear about the origin of Jiggle Balls, Narnia, and Coke's first Christmas ad.

Are You Smarter than a CM Lifer: Jo vs Jenna

January 09, 2024 16:49 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MB

NEW PODCAST ALERT!!! In a new podcast, Are You Smarter than a CM Lifer, Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman tests the knowledge of the CM-Life staff on random trivia. In this episode, Abby is joined by Assistant Visuals Editor Jo Kenoshmeg and Photographer Jenna Spanola as they face off and put their knowledge to the test. Stay tuned to hear about Space Potatoes, Pope Francis's college job, and a lot of laughter.

Baked Chips S1 EP 2: Cannabis and Community

December 20, 2023 18:39 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MB

Rock and Patrick from Pure Options discuss how to find the right product for you. This is not your momma’s recipe. This podcast is recommended for individuals 21+ years of age.  Want to more about the cannabis market in central Michigan? Subscribe to our monthly newsletter, The Monthly Bud, delivered to your mailbox on the 20th of every month. Click here: https://mailchi.mp/d3c73e4db448/welcome-to-the-monthly-bud Marijuana is for use by individuals 21 years of age or older only. Keep out...

Breaking It Down

December 01, 2023 10:29 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

 In the first ever episode of “Breaking it Down,” hosts Lauren Rice and Lindsey Russell sit down with Carson Cooley, president of Central Votes. Tune in to learn about an ongoing lawsuit filed by Michigan legislators against popularly approved ballot proposals and stay to the end for a vocab review! 

CM-Life Crime Time: Satanic Panic Crime - Part 2

December 01, 2023 04:34 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MB

 In this episode of "CM-Life Crime Time", Assistant Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman investigates The West Memphis 3, another case rooted in satanic conspiracy. The West Memphis 3 has spanned over three decades in a fight to get justice for both victims' families and the accused due to the advancements in DNA testing. After 30 years, will the question of who murdered three eight-year-old boys in Robin Hood Hills finally be answered? Stay tuned till the end to find out and hear about one of the...

CM-Life Crime Time: Satanic Panic Crimes - Part 1

December 01, 2023 04:26 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MB

In this episode of "CM-Life Crime Time", Assistant Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman investigates crimes during the Satanic Panic. Abby looks into the false accusations of the McMartin trial.  LISTENER DISCRETION STRONGLY ADVISED - This podcast includes conversations including child sexual abuse. This conversation may be deeply disturbing and may not be suitable for all ages. See below for source information. 

CM-Life Crime Time: Halloween Horrors

November 25, 2023 22:04 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

NEW PODCAST ALERT!!! In a new podcast, "CM-Life Crime Time", Assistant Podcast Editor Abby Zimmerman investigates crimes in Michigan. This episode Abby looks into the horrific events of Halloween, 2012.  LISTENER DISCRETION STRONGLY ADVISED - This podcast includes conversations including necrophilia, sexual assault, child abuse and strangulation. This conversation may be deeply disturbing and may not be suitable for all ages. See below for source information. 

Baked Chips S1 EP 1: ProGro

November 16, 2023 21:49 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MB

Rock and Patrick from Pure Options discuss ProGro. This podcast is recommended for individuals 21+ years of age. Want to more about the cannabis market in central Michigan? Subscribe to our monthly newsletter, The Monthly Bud, delivered to your mailbox on the 20th of every month. Click here: https://mailchi.mp/d3c73e4db448/welcome-to-the-monthly-bud Marijuana is for use by individuals 21 years of age or older only. Keep out of reach of children. It is illegal to drive a motor vehicle wh...

A Roadmap to CMU : Fall Episode 1.

October 03, 2023 15:30 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MB

A Roadmap To Cmu episodes are back where we have our new hosts for this semester Priyanka and Hima Bindu who talk with each other about their experiences after they Started their journey in Central Michigan University.

Raving Geeks Summer Special

July 30, 2023 21:25 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MB

Join Raving Geeks Host Carter Salley as he interviews Andy Lanning, writer of the Guardians of the Galaxy comics, about the joys of being a writer for Marvel Comics and other geeky conversations.

A Roadmap to CMU: Closing episode

May 05, 2023 21:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MB

On the last episode of the semester, Manikar Reddy Boilla and Michael Gonzalez talk about their experience with CMU and their jobs at CM Life. We want to thank everyone who participated in this podcast over the semester. Your voices were helpful for everyone. Thank you.We will be back next semester, so stay tuned and courageous!

Raving Geeks: A Geeky Farewell

May 04, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 74.5 MB

Hope and Mike sign off Raving Geeks one last time.

Raving Geeks: Vacation Time

May 03, 2023 21:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MB

On an all new episode of Raving Geeks, Hope and Carter talk about their favorite fictional locations they'd want to stop by for vacation!

Level Up Chips: Shoveling in that shovelware

April 24, 2023 20:31 - 51 minutes - 71.4 MB

On an all new episode of Level Up Chips, Max and Mike talk about their love, distaste, and confusion about shovelware games, also known as the bargain-bin games.

Raving Geeks: Soundtracks of our lives

April 17, 2023 21:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB

On this week of Raving Geeks, Carter and Hope talk about the scores and soundtracks of movies they geek out about.

Mountain News Roundup 4/11/23

April 13, 2023 21:00 - 5 minutes - 5.39 MB

Catch up on the latest news for Central Michigan University and the state of Michigan with Kylie Sczepanski.

Raving Geeks: The Bad Guys

April 13, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MB

On an all new episode of Raving Geeks, Hope and Carter talk about their favorite villains and antiheroes who got their own films or shows.

A Roadmap to CMU: Housing at The Edge

April 06, 2023 21:00 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MB

On an all new episode of A Roadmap to CMU, Prudhvi Pudi and co-host Michael Gonzalez talk with Angie Branigan, Community Manager of The Edge At 1815, to talk about their apartments and how to prepare to move in as an international student.

Mountain News Roundup 4/4/23

April 05, 2023 21:00 - 7 minutes - 6.5 MB

Catch up on the latest news for Central Michigan University and the state of Michigan with Kylie Sczepanski.

Raving Geeks: Reading Month is Geeky Month

April 03, 2023 21:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MB

On an all new episode of Raving Geeks, Hope and Carter look at some of their favorite books and discuss why the reading month of March matters.

A Roadmap to CMU: A student's tips to college classes

March 29, 2023 21:00 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MB

On an all new episode of A Roadmap To CMU, Prudhvi talks with Shreya to talk about her experiences at CMU after starting in the spring semester. With some tips and tricks to get through the classes as an international student, it's a podcast you don't want to miss!

Mountain News Roundup 3/21/23

March 22, 2023 21:00 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MB

Catch up on the latest news for Central Michigan University and the state of Michigan with Kylie Sczepanski.

Raving Geeks: Oscars season!

March 21, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

On an all-new episode of Raving Geeks, the Geeks get into their loves and gripes about the 95th academy awards.

Mountain News Roundup 3/14/23

March 15, 2023 21:00 - 7 minutes - 6.76 MB

Catch up on the latest news for Central Michigan University and the state of Michigan with Kylie Sczepanski.

Level Up Chips: Elden Ring, one year later!

March 10, 2023 23:53 - 1 hour - 147 MB

On an all new episode of Level Up Chips, Mike and Max talk with Jake Riha to talk about Elden Ring after a whole year of battles, community, and a lot of deaths.

Raving Geeks: Black-Led Movies

March 06, 2023 22:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

On an all-new episode of Raving Geeks, Hope and Carter talk about Black-led movies that don't deal with racism and discrimination. 

Mountain News Roundup 2/28/23

March 02, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes - 7.21 MB

Catch up on the latest news for Central Michigan University and the state of Michigan with Kylie Sczepanski.

Level Up Chips: Imitation Games

February 28, 2023 22:39 - 48 minutes - 111 MB

On an all new episode of Level Up Chips, Mike and Max talk about games that are either imitators - games that follow the essence of another, but achieves a similar or greater levels of what they imitate - or straight up rip-offs. Come listen to what they have to say!

A Roadmap to CMU: Chats with a graduate assistant

February 16, 2023 22:00 - 29 minutes - 66.7 MB

On this episode of A Roadmap to CMU, Prudhvi Pudi and Yvs Revanth are joined by Kimberly Benites, a graduate assistant at CMU, to talk about their tips and experiences to become a successful student in college.

Mountain News Roundup 2/14/23

February 15, 2023 22:00 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MB

Catch up on the latest news in the Central Michigan University and Mount Pleasant area with Kylie Sczepanski.

Raving Geeks: The Rom-com Bracket

February 14, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

On a lovely - pun intended - episode of Raving Geeks, Hope and Carter has guest host Michael Gonzalez to talk about their favorite romantic-comedy movies. Then, each movie is put up against each other to decide which movie is the best one for Valentines Day!

Past Deadline: Covering Jewish Heritage Week

February 13, 2023 22:00 - 7 minutes - 16.5 MB

On an all-new episode of Past Deadline, Aurora Rae talks with reporter Masha Smahliuk about her struggles and successes with covering Jewish Heritage Week

Level Up Chips: Live with Nintendo Directs

February 10, 2023 22:00 - 46 minutes - 106 MB

On this bonus episode of Level Up Chips, Max and Mike watch the Nintendo Direct on Wednesday and give their honest reactions to reveals. This was recorded on Wednesday.

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