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UCM-The Beat

227 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

UCM-The Beat is the online radio station at the University of Central Missouri. Students and faculty produce a variety of talk shows that are shared and archived through the UCM-The Beat podcast umbrella.

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Episodes

30 Minutes of THRIVE - Meah Copeland

February 22, 2023 16:23 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MB

Ben visits with another of his classmates.  This time it is Meah Copeland, former sports editor of the UCM student newspaper, the Muleskinner.

30 Minutes of THRIVE with Corrine Benedict

February 16, 2023 16:37 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Corrine Benedict served as sports director for UCM-The Beat and as host of "Sports Page" before changing her major to kinesiology in the Spring 2023 semester.  Ben visits with Corrine about her college journey.

Taking the Snap / Inside the Diamond - The Crossover

February 15, 2023 17:04 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

Collin Sumler is pivoting from "Taking the Snap" to "Inside the Diamond" as he will transition from covering football to covering baseball.  In this inaugural episode, Collin recaps the Super Bowl in the first segment then moves on to baseball. He talks about offseason moves, power rankings, and predictions for each division. 

Just Talkin' Sports - Episode 13

February 10, 2023 21:34 - 48 minutes - 67.5 MB

SUPER BOWL WEEK!!! JT has all the details and his thoughts on the big game!

Taking the Snap - Episode 10

February 09, 2023 14:38 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

It's Super Bowl week, so you better belief Collin is amped up!

Voices of UCM - Rico Jordan

February 03, 2023 21:14 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MB

Rico Jordan joins the show this week.  Rico is assistant campus minister at the University of Central Missouri Christian Campus House on campus.

Voices of UCM - Owen Bruns

February 03, 2023 21:12 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MB

In the first episode of spring 2023, Abram visits with Owen Bruns.  Owen is a community member at the Newman Center on campus and a senior in the Harmon School of Business.

30 Minutes of THRIVE with Ella Jett and Jordan Birk

February 03, 2023 19:03 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB

Little something different this week. Ben introduces his dad's band, "The Skip Bravery Band", before sitting down for a pair of interviews with classmates Ella Jett and Jordan Birk.

Central Storytellers - Episode 9

February 03, 2023 18:52 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

Broken hearts and important lessons are featured in this, the ninth episode of "Central Storytellers".  Jadelyn O'Dell, Zara Rethman, Nick Hron and Quentin Weed all share their talents with us this week.

Just Talkin' Sports - Episode 12

February 01, 2023 14:34 - 1 hour - 57.3 MB

JT is back to break down the NFL, talk some basketball, and get ready for baseball season.

Taking the Snap - Episode 9

February 01, 2023 14:27 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Collin talks about the Pro Bowl and recaps the AFC and NFC Championship Games. Ben Avery also joins in for this episode.

Central Storytellers - Episode 8

January 27, 2023 02:17 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

Chance Chamberlain put a new spin on a Dr. Seuss classic, Laura Jacobs shares a Joseph Arnone tale, Thomas Delzeit produces a drama with gritty humor, and Noah Moore finds himself in a bit of a pickle.  All are featured this week on "Central Storytellers".

30 Minutes of THRIVE

January 25, 2023 17:49 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Ben chats with former classmate Dylan Pluth

Taking the Snap - Episode 8

January 25, 2023 14:38 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

It's championship week!  Collin makes his predictions.

Taking the Snap - Episode 7

January 25, 2023 14:35 - 56 minutes - 52.5 MB

Collin is back for the spring semester to rehash the NFL season and talk playoffs.

Central Storytellers - Episode 7

January 20, 2023 15:31 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

In this episode of "Central Storytellers", Dominque Hampton shares the tale of a father telling his child the story of how he met the child’s mother.  Josh Wagner feels the frustration of having a paper destroyed, Abram Tabor presents a Mark Twain classic, and Lauryn Morrow delivers Joseph Arnone's roommate drama.

Central Storytellers - Episode 6

January 20, 2023 15:25 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MB

A frustrated doctor, a couple brothers with criminal minds, a modern take on a classic, and some "great" dad jokes!  Madison Preston, Zac Crane, Seth Harvey, and Greg Holz share this week on "Central Storytellers". 

30 Minutes of THRIVE - Meet the Classmates

January 18, 2023 18:10 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MB

On this first episode of 30 Minutes of THRIVE of season 2, Ben interviews to of his former classmates who have graduated and gotten into their respective careers.

Central Storytellers - A Christmas Carol

December 22, 2022 21:50 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB

In the winter of 2022, students and faculty in the UCM Digital Media Production program collaborated to produce the radio drama of "A Christmas Carol".  Students also served as Foley artists, and the Warrensburg High School Concert Chorale was enlisted to provide carols.  Hope you enjoy this special presentation of "A Christmas Carol".

Sports Talk - Episode 9

December 06, 2022 18:23 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

LOTS of debate over this topic.  On the one hand, the U.S. women's soccer team has been much more successful, but the women's game lacks the commercial appeal (and thus the television and ticket sales dollars) that the men's game enjoys.  Some great points made by our panelists in this episode.

Just Talkin' Sports - Episode 11

December 02, 2022 19:03 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

In his final episode of the semester, JT looks at what has happened in college football over the past two weeks and who sits in the top four ahead of Championship weekend. Then he looks at some big changes to the college basketball AP Top 25. And finally, he wraps it up with a look at the NFL.

Sports Page - Episode 11

December 01, 2022 19:33 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

In the final episode of the Fall 2022 semester, Corrine chats with UCM Athletic Director Jerry Hughes.

30 Minutes of THRIVE - Episode 11

December 01, 2022 17:43 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

In his final episode of the fall 2022 semester, Ben visits with one of his former classmates, Noah Lampson.  Noah is now a freelance digital media producer in the Kansas City area.

Taking the Snap-Episode 6

November 18, 2022 01:51 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

Collin is back Taking the Snap talking about the latest in the NFL.

Central Storytellers - Episode 4

November 18, 2022 01:28 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

This week … you’ll be hearing from three current students and one recent graduate as they share their stories.  We have a complicated relationship … some thrillers and intrigue …. Aaannnnddd a little comedy to end it off for you today. Featured this week are Joanna Fowlston, Taylor Horn, Jackson Ward and Devin Jones.

Just Talkin' Sports - Episode 10

November 18, 2022 01:10 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

JT is wrapping on Texas vs. TCU, the NBA, college basketball upsets, and some more NFL news and thoughts.

Voices of UCM - Episode 9

November 16, 2022 22:22 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MB

Gregory Burns joins Abram for this week's Voices of UCM to talk about why Greg chose to come to UCM, his experience competing in game jams and the goal of his radio show, "Chattin' it Up", as well as his recent goal of developing his skills in digital art.

30 Minutes of THRIVE - Episode 10

November 16, 2022 17:36 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MB

Lots of students give of their time to work with the THRIVE students at the University of Central Missouri.  One of those is Ashtyn Doerflinger.  She is the subject of this week's episode of "30 Minutes of THRIVE".

Voices of UCM - Episode 8

November 14, 2022 22:06 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MB

Universities cannot function without financial support from alumni and donors.  Enter Tyler Habiger, director of annual giving in the UCM Alumni Foundation. Abram visits with Tyler this week on "Voices of UCM.

Voices of UCM - Episode 7

November 14, 2022 22:03 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MB

This week Abram visits with Dr. Shari Bax, vice president of student experience and engagement and a professor of political science.  The discuss the midterm elections and the impacts they may have on UCM and the community.

Central Storytellers - Episode 3

November 11, 2022 16:35 - 20 minutes - 19.4 MB

A classic fable, science fiction, young love, and a Thanksgiving mishap.  All are featured in this week's episode of "Central Storytellers".

Just Talkin' Sports - Episode 9

November 11, 2022 03:15 - 1 hour - 57.7 MB

This week Noah looks at the big SEC matchups, reviews the World Series victory by the Astros and then hits the hardwood for the NBA and college hoops.  And to wrap it all up, like usual, he hops into the NFL and reviews a wild weekend of games.  Plus he takes questions and comments from his listeners.

Sports Page - Episode 10

November 11, 2022 01:07 - 25 minutes - 24 MB

The UCM Mules Golf Team just finished the fall portion of its 2022-23 season.  Corrine sits down with head coach Tim Poe and redshirt sophomore Alex Gentry in this week's episode of "Sports Page".

Sports Talk - Episode 8

November 08, 2022 21:50 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

The topic this week:  Should official replay be a thing? Our students (and professor) share their thoughts. 

Taking the Snap - Episode 5

November 07, 2022 15:09 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Almost to the midway point.  Collin shares his thoughts on all that is happening in the NFL.

Central Storytellers - Episode 2

November 06, 2022 03:08 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

In this second episode of Central Storytellers, Will Knight, Charlene Hills, Brinkley Beever and Noah Lampson share their creativity, writing and radio drama skills. 

Sports Page-Episode 9

November 03, 2022 21:25 - 25 minutes - 24.2 MB

Mules head basketball coach Doug Karleskint and redshirt senior center Gaven Pinkley join Corrine in the studio this week to preview the upcoming season.  We also get a sneak peak at the week ahead in UCM athletics.

30 Minutes of THRIVE - Episode 9

November 02, 2022 02:27 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

In this ninth episode of 30 Minutes of THRIVE, Ben visits with UCM THRIVE mentor Tayler Quinn.

We Just Spittin' - Episode 2

October 31, 2022 19:19 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB

The gang is back with more of their original thoughts and shenannigans for week 2 of "We Just Spittin'".

Just Talkin' Sports - 7

October 27, 2022 21:11 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

JT takes a look at some of the big matchups in college football, previews the World Series, and takes a trip around the NFL, including what is wrong with the Buccaneers and Packers.

Sports Page - Episode 8

October 27, 2022 21:04 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

It's almost basketball season!! This week, Corrine gets a chance to visit with Jennies head coach Dave Slifer and redshirt sophomore guard Lauren Frost.  And, as always, she takes a spin around UCM Athletics

Voices of UCM - Episode 6

October 27, 2022 00:11 - 41 minutes - 56.8 MB

This week, Dr. Joe Moore interviews Abram to interview the UCM-The Beat news director to our audience.  Abram shares the stories of members of the UCM community each week.  This week it is time to learn more about Abram.

Central Storytellers - Episode 1

October 26, 2022 20:37 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MB

Radio dramas are almost as old as the radio medium, dating over 100 years old.  Students in the audio production courses at the University of Central Missouri learn all aspects of radio drama, including script writing, foley art, and sound mixing.  In "Central Storytellers", we share some of their work.

30 Minutes of THRIVE - Episode 8

October 26, 2022 19:24 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB

This week Ben visits with THRIVE student mentor Sierra Grant.  Sierra is a senior social work major at UCM.

Taking the Snap - Episode 4

October 23, 2022 19:33 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Once again, Collin Sumler takes us on a look around the NFL.

We Just Spittin' - Episode 1

October 21, 2022 15:47 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

No, we aren't talking about chewin' tobacco or expectorating. Just a clever way for the students in the UCM intro to sports broadcasting course to say they are discussing anything and everything. "We Just Spittin'" airs every Tuesday at 5 p.m.

Build a Better Broadcast - Episode 2

October 21, 2022 15:40 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MB

The intro to sports broadcasting students at the University of Central Missouri are at it again as they share their thoughts on building a more successful broadcast.

Just Talkin' Sports - Episode 6

October 21, 2022 14:46 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB

This week on "Just Talkin' Sports", JT recaps the marquee match ups from college football, addresses the MLB division series, and examined the Chiefs-Bills and Eagles-Cowboys games.

Sports Page - Episode 7

October 20, 2022 14:51 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

Time for a little cross country!  Corrine is back and she sits down with UCM head cross country coach Kirk Pedersen and Mules sophomore Bryan O'Barr.

Sports Talk - Episode 7

October 16, 2022 21:50 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MB

Our topic this week on “Sports Talk” is “Should transgender athletes be required to compete according to their birth assigned gender, or should they be allowed to compete as they identify?”  This is a very sensitive subject; it’s become a heated and sometimes ugly debate in politics. But it is one, as sports reporters, we must address.