UCM-The Beat

On this episode of “Sports Talk” our topic is “Should parents be allowed in Little League”. On the one hand, they ARE the parents. Shouldn’t they be allowed to coach, umpire … yell whatever they want? On the other hand, we’ve seen countless stories of parents attacking officials, berating their children, and just losing control. Our four panelists will discuss.

JT is as passionate as ever as he talks college football upsets, his problems with the AP rankings, MLB and the NFL.

Corrine visits with UCM Jennies golf coach Chris Port and freshman Mia Rallo.  She also provides an update on Mules and Jennies athletics.

Dennis Pearson is a self-proclaimed life-long-learner.  At 72 years old, he is a UCM student who has served as a fire fighter EMT, as a combat medic, flight medic, and Army LPN.  He visits with Abram about his experiences and about volunteer opportunities.

Rachel Becker graduated from Truman State University in Kirksville, Mo. and then found her way to Warrensburg for grad school.  She is earning her master's degree in mass communication while also serving as managing editor of UCM's student newspaper, the Muleskinner.  She is the subject of this week's edition of "Voices of UCM".

It's another hot topic this week on "Sports Talk".  The question:  Should Native American mascots be allowed in sports?  To some, it is a sign of honor; nobody wants a weak mascot, right? To others, it is cultural appropriation and offensive.  Our panelists discuss.

How did your picks do this week? Collin shares his successes (and failures) in picking the winners from week three of the NFL season, makes his predictions, and shares his power rankings.

Collin is back with his take on the week in NFL football and his predictions for the coming contests.

Collin Sumler shares his thoughts on the opening weekend of the NFL.

JT Noah is back for his second week.  College football, Major League Baseball, and the NFL are all on the docket.

Join JT Noah every week as he gives his takes on Major League Baseball, college football, and the NFL.

On this week's edition of Sports Page, Corrine Benedict is talking volleyball.  She sits down with Jennies first-year head coach Caitlin Peterson and junior outside hitter Sydney Lierz.  And then it is a preview of the week ahead in UCM athletics.

Should PEDs be legal?  That's the hot topic the sports reporting students at the University of Central Missouri tackle this week in this edition of "Sports Talk".

Changing it up a little this week on The BVB Show.  Brennen gets an in depth analysis of the Student Investment Fund at the University of Central Missouri, a background from Seth Kenagy, and some hot take sports questions with a little question teaser for next episode.

In this week's edition of Sports Page, Corrine Benedict visits with UCM Jennies head soccer coach Lewis Theobald and sophomore forward Caroline Cole.  She also gives an update on UCM Athletics.

In this episode, Abram interviews Katie Kim, a 2019 UCM Alumnus in International Studies who is currently on staff with Navigators International Ministries. They discuss Katie's own time abroad, how the things she's learned relate to ministry, and how students can better get connected with international students on campus.

Brennen is rejoined by his buddy Cole Moore to discuss who are the most overrated NFL players, to recap of opening weekend, and to discuss who are the best Mules athletes of all time.

JT Noah brings his show, "Just Talkin' Sports" to UCM-The Beat.  In episode 1, JT shares his thoughts on MLB, college football and the NFL.

In episode 2, Brennen brings in his buddy and teammate Cole Moore to recap some of the top sports franchises.  They also talk about who they would build their franchise around.  All this and more on episode 2 of "The BVB Show".

Brennen Van Breusegen knows a thing or two about baseball.  He's an All-America centerfielder for the University of Central Missouri Mules baseball team and a life-long St. Louis Cardinals fan.  In this first episode of The BVB Show, he discusses whether or not Cardinals legend Albert Pujols will reach the 700 home run mark.

The THRIVE Program at the University of Central Missouri is transforming the lives of students with disabilities. The program expands opportunities for students with disabilities so they can live a more independent life. Ben Avery is one of those students living his dream of being a radio personality.  In this first episode of "30 Minutes of Thrive", Ben interviews one of his professors, Lisa...

In Episode 2 on “Sports Talk” our topic is “The NIL: Good or Bad for College Athletics?” For YEARS it has been debated whether college student athletes should get paid. After all, college athletics bring in A LOT of revenue through ticket sales, television contracts, and imaging. But these are also COLLEGE athletes, most of whom are on scholarship that pays for at least part (if not all) of their...

This fall, the Sports Reporting course at the University of Central Missouri will be producing a weekly show to examine issues related to athletics.  In week one, we discuss "Who Should Pay?" Four students will discuss their points of view: Should owners pay for new stadiums or renovations, or should the bill go to the taxpayers?

Meet our new host, Abram Tabor.  In this first episode of season 2, Abram visits with Jolene Watson.  Jolene is an assistant professor of science and technology, and faculty advisor for ASQ at the University of Central Missouri.

In the first episode of season 2, UCM-The Beat advisor and station manager Joe Moore introduces the audience to Corrine Benedict.  Corrine is a junior digital media production major at the University of Central Missouri and will be taking over as host of Sports Page.