UCM-The Beat

Austin and Carson discuss the open options program at UCM with guest Chris Howard. The open options program helps students who have not decided upon a major and offers them insights into their many options and how students may best achieve their career goals.

UCM Mules Basketball is the focus this week on "Sports Page".  Nick Distefano visits with head coach Doug Karleskint and senior Gavin Pinkley to learn their stories and get their thoughts on the 2021-2022 season.

Gina Goff is a University of Central Missouri alum who graduated with a degree in criminal justice.  After a turn as a paralegal in Kansas City, Gina caught the movie bug and decided to move to LA to pursue a career in the film industry.  She now owns her own film production company.  She sat down with Olivia Gibbs in this episode of "Voices of UCM".

Austin and Carson lay out their plan for season 2 of “Mules With a Mission”. They talk top majors and getting into different industries before bringing in their special guest.

It's media day on Sports Page.  Nick Distefano chats with Ryan Anderson, athletic media relations manager at the University of Central Missouri and then visits with Charlie Martin, manager and social media supervisor for the Jennies soccer team.  Nick also provides a preview on UCM Mules and Jennies athletics. 

In episode 2 of "Voices of UCM", Olivia Gibbs visits with Beth Rutt.  Rutt is the director of student activities at the University of Central Missouri.  She has also served on the Warrensburg School Board and Warrensburg City Council.  Hear her story on this episode of "Voices of UCM".

Welcome Sam Federoff as she and Greg discuss the game series of "Five Nights at Freddy's". These horror games will have them talking about some of the lore and their opinions on the newest game in the series, along with some of their time with the older games.

Host Nick Distefano visits with Crystal Meeks, associate head athletic trainer at UCM, and with Darin Plummer, broadcast systems engineer and instructor for UCM's sports broadcasting courses.  He also provides a preview of the week ahead in UCM Athletics, Feb. 10-17, 2022.

In this inaugural episode of "Voices of UCM", host Olivia Gibbs sits down with Morgan Starbuck.  Morgan was instrumental in the University of Central Missouri's push to set a world record with the most live mules in a single parade.  Hear her story!

We start season 2 of "Chattin' It Up" with a returning guest, Sasha Fuller. Come and listen to Greg and Sasha as they talk about a creative writing project about the supernatural known as the SCP Foundation.

In their final episode of season one, Carson and Austin are talking about being an alum.  Today the guys are joined by Chris Begg, executive director of academic support services at the University of Central Missouri.

In this week’s episode, Austin and Carson are joined by Amber Gazverde, director of career services. They address a topic critical to the success of future graduates: The Graduate Follow Up Survey.

Salary negotiation. One of the most terrifying, frustrating and difficult discussions to have in the workplace. Austin and Carson visit with UCM career advisor Joy Grynko to learn how it is done.

Austin and Carson are joined by Chelsea Peters from UCM Career Services to visit about soft skills and their value in the work place.

The Burg Box Team is back and ready to play the game. Join Greg, Tristan, Michelle, and Jake in this fall semester season finale as they play a few rounds of the Warrensburg themed card game, The Burg Box.

Danny Gage, a theater major-turned-Digital Media Production major, directs and acts in many plays on campus. Join Greg and Danny as they talk about their experiences in the theatrical world.

Meah Copeland, a DMP major with an emphasis sports reporting and broadcasting here at UCM, brings us up to speed on the current seasons of UCM sports. Listen in as topics on soccer, volleyball, and football are all discussed and learn a little more about Meah and her college experience.

Today we get the chance to hear from the creators of the Burg Box, a small business from students at UCM. Listen to learn about the product, how it was made, and the humorous qualities of this amazing game.

Abby Fowler, a Wilderness Conservation major here at UCM comes on to talk a bit about animals. Tune in to hear about some weird animal facts, boating adventures, and some Halloween fun.

Returning to the studio due to technical issues shortening his last visit, Greg talks with Bruns once more. The topics discussed this time include video game boss fights, lore, and tabletop role playing games.

On the latest episode of Chattin' It Up, Greg is joined by fellow UCM student Nathan. Listen as they discuss their lives as college students and share some of their favorite things on and off campus.

Joining us today is Josh Williams, a Digital Media Productions major who co-hosts the Youtube show 'Reeltime News'. Listen in as we chat about our experiences in Digital Media and some of our favorite movies.

Today we chat with Michael Lewis about how the video gaming industry is losing its touch with its consumers. Tune in as we discuss some of the problems we see and what their solutions might be.

Say hello to Bruns, an ESport gamer and game designer from UCM. Listen as we have casual conversations about some fun video games and a little about the human psyche.

Today we get to speak with Isaac Roberson about a movie he is currently working on here at UCM. Listen to learn about the plot, characters, and twists that this thriller will have.