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UCM-The Beat

231 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 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

Mules With a Mission-Episode 4

June 21, 2021 12:20 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Cover letters.  One of the most stressful parts of applying for a job.  How much is too much when promoting oneself?  Terry Agee with the Missouri Department of Agriculture talks cover letters and how to write them appropriately.

Veterans Voice - Episode 5

June 18, 2021 17:13 - 1 hour - 58 MB

In an episode recorded last year, right after the country shut down over the COVID-19 pandemic, Garrett and his co-hosts sit down and discuss how they have been affected and share their respective thoughts to the nation's response.

Mules With a Mission-Episode 3

June 14, 2021 17:49 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MB

It may sound cliche:  It's not what you know, it's who you know.  But Joni Porter, employee relations director in the UCM Office of Career Services says it's also true in this week's episode of "Mules with a Mission."

Veterans Voice - Episode 4

June 11, 2021 13:22 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MB

Guest host Gus Lancaster joins Garrett and the gang in this episode of Veteran's Voice.  Gus is a veteran who, like so many others, has been all over the U.S. and the world.  He shares his experiences this week.

Chattin' it Up - Episode 6

June 09, 2021 23:38 - 33 minutes - 35.9 MB

Academic success adviser Kris Howard sits down with Greg  to share what he does for his job, what he thinks of campus life, and some personal life experiences.  He's also a natural comedian in the classroom.

Mules With a Mission-Episode 2

June 07, 2021 14:47 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MB

College is a training ground to prepare students for the workforce.  After four years (and thousands of dollars) of classes, why wouldn't you do everything you could to enhance your chances of employment? On this episode of Mules With a Mission, Austin and Carson talk resumes and getting your foot in the door.  Chelsea Peters, one of the professionals in career services, joins the guys to discuss resume prep and getting ready  for career expos.

Veterans Voice - Episode 3

June 04, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 84 MB

Vicki Orcutt is the director of academic outreach for the University of Central Missouri Office of Extended Studies.  She and her staff work closely with adult learners who are trying to complete their degrees or who have come back to college.  Garrett and the gang visit with Vicki about the services provided by the Office of Extended Studies in this episode of Veterans Voice.

Chattin' it Up - Episode 5

June 02, 2021 15:05 - 30 minutes - 32.6 MB

This week Greg sits down with UCM junior Grace Kennedy, junior biology/pre-med major to discuss her thoughts on campus life and some of her favorite memories at UCM.

Mules With a Mission-Episode 1

May 31, 2021 21:51 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MB

Welcome to the Mules with a Mission Podcast! This podcast, hosted by Austin McClary and Carson Hertzler from the Career Services Center at the University of Central Missouri, is designed to aid in professional development and educate listeners on many career-related topics with guest speakers from our office, university, alumni and real world employers! In this first episode, Austin and Carson introduce themselves and discuss “Mules With a Mission”, why they created the podcast, and how the...

UCM Veteran's Voice - Episode 2

May 28, 2021 18:37 - 1 hour - 128 MB

In this week’s episode of UCM Veteran’s Voice, Garrett and his co-hosts visit with Dr. Chris Stockdale, associate dean for the College of Education at UCM. Dr. Stockdale spent four years in active duty and another couple years in the Army Reserves.

Chattin' it Up - Episode 4

May 25, 2021 22:08 - 30 minutes - 36.9 MB

Our fourth episode has us chatting with Tim Richner, a student here at UCM. Enjoy listening about all things planes in this episode. Not only do we talk about flight, but also simulations, drones, perspective, and video games. Even if you don't think planes are interesting, there's so much you can learn and laugh about in this segment.

Smoke Signals - Episode 6

April 30, 2021 18:50 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

Julien Goolsby is a freshman computer science major at the University of Central Missouri.  He is into making apps and games on his computer, and recently got into creating his own music.  Garrason talked to Julien about his experience at UCM on this, the sixth episode of "Smoke Signals".

Chattin' It Up - Episode 3

April 30, 2021 18:24 - 32 minutes - 36.6 MB

Sorry, we've been away for a couple weeks! But we're back with the third episode of "Chattin' it Up".  Greg sat down with Dr. Aqualus Gordon, associate professor of psychological sciences, to chat about the Myers Briggs Personality Test, Batman vs. Superman, video games and more.

Smoke Signals - Episode 5

April 12, 2021 17:14 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

This week on “Smoke Signals” Garrason hangs out with Dr. Melissa Fuller from the UCM Counseling Center to discuss the services the Counseling Center provides.

Smoke Signals-Episode 4

March 23, 2021 14:55 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

Issues related to the police have made headlines of late.  In this week's episode of "Smoke Signals", Garrason Leighton visits with Warrensburg Police Officer Stephanie Pringle to gain a better understanding of how Warrensburg's finest protect and serve.

Chattin' It Up - Episode 1

March 22, 2021 17:08 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

"Chattin' It Up" is hosted by UCM freshman digital media production major Greg Burns.  Each week Greg sits down with UCM students and faculty to hear their stories and share their experiences. .In this inaugural episode of "Chattin' It Up", Greg sits down with Nolan Crane, a junior social studies education major at UCM to learn more about Nolan's interest and experience in music.  

Smoke Signals-Episode 3

March 16, 2021 16:46 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Ever wonder what it is like to belong to a college fraternity?  Find out on this week's episode of "Smoke Signals" as Garrason Leighton visits with Zach Newkirk, president of Theta Chi.  Zach is a small-town kid from Raymore, Mo. and is now a senior political science major at the University of Central Missouri.

UCM Veteran's Voice-Episode 1

March 11, 2021 19:17 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MB

Garrett, Dewey, Andy and Kenny, and their guest use this first episode to introduce themselves and talk about their experience in the military. Veteran's Voice is sponsored by the Military and Veteran's Center at the University of Central Missouri.

Smoke Signals-Episode 2

March 08, 2021 17:14 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

On this week's episode, Garrason Leighton interviews Evin Kettner.  Evin is studying for a bachelor of science degree in statistics and is an avid sports fan.  How avid? He is the "head behind the head" and the student who dresses as Mo the Mule for UCM sporting events.  He shares his story this week on "Smoke Signals".

Smoke Signals-Episode 1

February 19, 2021 21:39 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Garrason Leighton sits down each week to visit with members of the UCM community on “Smoke Signals”. Garrason asks his guests to share their stories and invite listeners into their lives. “Smoke Signals” airs Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m. Only on UCM Radio-The Beat. This week's guest:  Caleb Romazon of the University of Central Missouri bass fishing team as he discusses the Mules journey to the national championships.

CAMPUS CHATTER!!! - EPISODE 5

April 12, 2019 16:38 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Dale and Q are back for another episode of CAMPUS CHATTER!!! They'll recap the NCAA Basketball Tournament and hit on NFL, MLB and NBA news.

Here's the Thing - Episode 9

April 12, 2019 16:35 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

We've missed a couple weeks, but we're back!  This week Noah is joined by his buddy Ben Johnson to talk about Antonio Brown, Magic Johnson's big announcement, and the upcoming NFL Draft.  All that and more this week on "Here's the Thing".

CAMPUS CHATTER!!! - EPISODE 4

April 01, 2019 17:56 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

This week on CAMPUS CHATTER!!! Dale and Quashaun break down NCAA March Madness,  the NBA, Major League Baseball's opening day, and moves in the NFL offseason.

Conversations: Episode 2

April 01, 2019 15:41 - 52 minutes - 120 MB

In this episode of "Conversations", Dr. Aaron Scully talks to cast and crew of "Godspell".  The show is presented by the University of Central Missouri School of Visual and Performing Arts, and runs April 3-6 beginning at 7:30 p.m. and April 7 at 2 p.m.

Here's the Thing: Episode 5

March 13, 2019 15:10 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MB

Noah Lampson and his guests, Tim Sadler and Ben Thomas discuss NFL trades, moves and the draft, Bryce Harper's signing with the Phillies, and much more related to MLB.

Trakk Record Sports

March 05, 2019 14:29 - 1 hour - 107 MB

For the past year, James Schnorenberg and Chance Chamberlain have produced Trakk Record Sports.  They now share it with us.  Episode 16 begins with James and Chance's week in review.  They then get into a recap of the week in the NFL and then discuss NBA.  

Trakk Record-Episode 33

March 05, 2019 14:01 - 1 hour - 127 MB

University of Central Missouri student Chance Chamberlain has been running his own podcast for some time now, and as we've begun aggregating our students' work, he has agreed to share it.  In this, the 33rd episode of Trakk Record, Chance sits down with Mules football player Kole Crain.  They relive some of their glory days as high school opponents, talk concussions and the future of football, and much more.

It's Not Just a Game - Episode 1

March 04, 2019 17:30 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MB

In this opening episode of "It's Not Just a Game", Jacob Sauther and his guest, John, discuss the grandaddy to table top gaming, "Dungeons and Dragons."

CAMPUS CHATTER!!! - EPISODE 3

March 01, 2019 19:16 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

Dale and Q make their NBA playoff predictions, discuss the NCAA one-and-done rule, and talk about the NFL Combine.  All this and more on Episode 3 of CAMPUS CHATTER!!!

Here's the Thing: Episode 4

March 01, 2019 18:53 - 59 minutes - 53.5 MB

This week Noah and his guests discuss Dukes' Zion Williamson, Jim Boeheim, NFL free agency, and much more.

CAMPUS CHATTER!!! - EPISODE 2

February 22, 2019 19:46 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

This week Dale and Quashaun discuss the latest developments in the NFL, LeBron James' standing in the NBA, and some controversial comments about NCAA Basketball.