In the Know Podcast
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A weekly news podcast that covers the University community. The podcast is available at https://mndaily.com/category/podcasts/in-the-know/.
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Item Behind the scenes of the UMN homecoming parade(2024-10-18) Lassiter, Alex; Nguyen, Caitlyn; Schneblin, Sophie; Kapinus, Emma; Adebayo, ZainabThe University of Minnesota homecoming parade is just around the corner, and planners and participants share both the excitement and challenges of organizing one of the University’s longest-standing traditions.Item Minnesota’s ballot breakdown and the future of the DFL trifecta(2024-10-21) Sirovy, Kaylie, O’Connor, JackKaylie Sirovy and City Desk Editor Jack O’Connor talk key races, Minnesota ballot questions and the impact of the upcoming elections on the state’s political future.Item What do stress awareness, wine and square dancing all have in common?(2024-11-02) Lassiter, Alex; Meredith, Liza; Horton, Drew; Sahlstrom, DanItem The spooky origins of Halloween(2024-10-26) Heinen, Ceci; McDonnell, Owen; Hansen, Benjamin; Liberman, Anatoly; Homewood, NathanaelThe origins and evolution of Halloween, from its medieval Christian and pagan roots to the development of traditions like trick-or-treating and its cultural journey to the U.S.Item A student journalist’s experience at the Oct. 21 Morrill Hall protest(2024-11-04) Sirovy, Kaylie; Church, TylerKaylie Sirovy sits down with Tyler Church, a campus administration reporter, to unpack his front-line experience covering a chaotic recent protest.Item Unwrapping the frenzy of Black Friday(2024-11-16) Lassiter, Alex; Thompson, Jaye; Im, HyunjooTracing the history, evolution and traditions of the shopping craze that kicks off the holiday season.Item UMN luck and legends(2024-11-08) McDonnell, Owen; Friffin, Fiona; Hong, Aaron; Leahy, BenjaminFrom the “Tin Man” curse to Goldy’s lucky teeth, this episode unearths the quirky superstitions that unite Gophers on campus.Item Finding your voice at The Whole Music Club(2024-11-25) McDonnell, Owen; Lounsbery, Haidyn; Ward, Molly; Rippiebakke, QuintinFrom first-time performers to seasoned musicians, the University of Minnesota’s underground venue supports creativity, connection and courage.Item Surviving college 101: free food and fun campus events(2024-09-13) Lassiter, Alex; Hume, Calvin; Schmidt, Noah; Martinez, Jordan; Anella, Meredith; Orth, Camdyn; Pierce, GraceThe return of students to the University of Minnesota campus means more popular events like trivia nights and other campus activities that offer students a way to unwind, build community and enjoy free food.Item Campus protests and UMN leadership challenges with Olivia Hines(2024-09-20) Hines, Olivia; Sirovy, KaylieOlivia Hines and Kaylie Sirovy discuss student protests and faculty tensions regarding University leadership, drawing on recent Minnesota Daily articles featuring the controversies surrounding Provost Croson and President Cunningham.Item Dakotah Lindwurm’s Olympic journey from Minneapolis to Paris(2024-09-27) Lassiter, Alex; Lindwurm, Dakotah; Lundstrom, ChristopherOlympic marathoner Dakotah Lindwurm and her coach Christopher Lundstrom reflect on her journey from the Olympic trials to the Paris 2024 Games and shares what it takes to cross the finish line as an elite athlete.Item The echoes of protest on the 1972 UMN anti-war movement.(2024-10-12) Siedow, SamanthaSamantha Siedow, a staff reporter on the administration desk, speaks with Sue, a University of Minnesota student in 1972, as she recalls her experience during a time of unrest fueled by Vietnam War protests.Item The Minnesota Daily's 5K adventure through campus(2024-10-04) Heinen, CeciJoin Ceci Heinen as she shares her experience running (and surviving) the MN Daily 5K, sharing insights from fellow participants and exploring the motivations behind their passion for running.Item Episode 161: Senior reflections and freshman advice(2024-08-02) Lassiter, Alex; Karwowski, Alex; Brown, Ainsley; Roessler, AmeliaIn the final summer episode, University of Minnesota seniors share personal insights and advice for incoming freshmen, reflecting on their growth through the college experience.Item Episode 160: Exploring the new State Fair foods with Claudia Garcia(2024-07-28) Sirovy, Kaylie; Carcia, ClaudiaProducer Kaylie Sirovy and opinions editor Claudia Garcia discuss classic and new food offerings at the Minnesota State Fair, sharing their favorites and past State Fair experiences.Item Episode 159: Inside the coverage: Katrina Bailey on her debut story(2024-07-19) Lassiter, Alex; Bailey, KatrinaAlex Lassiter hosts senior city desk reporter Katrina Bailey, who discusses her first story, “East African students process tensions in East Africa,” her challenges in sourcing and the learning experience from reporting on such a sensitive topic.Item Episode 158: Facing the future: the 2024 presidential election(2024-07-12) Heinen, Ceci; Booth Walling, Carrie; Golden, Gayle; Pelan, ChristopherCeci Heinen talks to University of Minnesota experts to tackle election worries, focusing on how voting affects human rights and democracy, stressing the need for reliable news sources, and the importance of students taking part in the democratic process.Item Episode 157: The magic of movie scores(2024-07-07) Lassiter, Alex; Warfield, Patrick; De Haan, JohnAlex Lassiter, in discussions with music experts, reports on the importance of film scores and how character themes can enhance storytellingItem Episode 156: A preview on Minnesota elections with Jack O'Connor(2024-07-06) Sirovy, Kaylie; O'Connor, JackKaylie Sirovy is joined by Jack O'Connor, the city desk editor, in the studio to discuss the upcoming Minnesota elections, such as the rematch between Don Samuels and Ilhan Omar and other important races and issues voters are talking about.Item Episode 155: Rain, shine and repeat for Minnesota's summer(2024-07-01) Sirovy, Kaylie; Boulay, Pete; Blumenfeld, KennyMinnesota's recent weather patterns have featured an annual increase in precipitation despite a warm winter and last year's drought.