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Black History Month Special 🎬📚🖤In this episode of Raving Geeks, we’re breaking down impactful Black films, powerful books, and the cultural conversations that deserve more space. From representation to reality, we’re saying what needs to be said. Watch, comment, and be part of the discussion.

entral Michigan Life Managing Editor Blace Carpenter sits down with news reporter Cristin Coppess to learn more about her story on the relationship between the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Drive, the City of Mount Pleasant and Central Michigan University.

The tea is HOT and the secrets are hotter. Join Jaydin, Makayla & Ben as they break down CMU’s anonymous stories. Got something messy to get off your chest? 👉 https://forms.gle/8TX3bQ1qMunFxzU19

From coast to coast, the mysteries unfold. This week on Crime Time, we dig into shocking cases across the U.S. from the Pizza Bomber to Gabby Petito. Buckle up, it’s a wild ride through true crime history.

Lies. Secrets. Totally unhinged.Hadley, Olivia & Ben unpack CMU’s most chaotic anonymous submissions, and the drama is unreal.👀 Got something to confess? Drop it here: https://forms.gle/8TX3bQ1qMunFxzU19

Anonymous chaos. Real drama. Ben, McKenzie & Brennen read CMU’s most unhinged confessions, and it’s insane.

On this week's episode of "Maroon and Bold," sports editor Sydney Neal is joined by sports reporters David Powell and Noah Henson to talk field hockey's first home win since 2021 and the trip down to the Big House for CMU football

To start of a new season of "Raving Geeks," Hosts Christian Valk and Carter Salley sit down to talk about the recently announced game, 'Lego batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight.' The two talk about the surprising return of the cape crusader in brick form and the details already known about the game.

On a brand new season of "Maroon and Bold", Sports Editor Sydney Neal is joined by sports reporters Noah Henson and David Powell to discuss a brand new era of Central Michigan football. With the season opener being just a day away, the sports freaks talk their predictions for the overall season.

In this episode of "Past Deadline," Podcast Editor Christian Valk sits down with Managing Editor Blace Carpenter to discuss a former CMU instructor’s claim that the university’s rifle range gave him lead poisoning. The full story is featured in the August print edition. Editors Note: This episode of past deadline was recorded on August 13, 2025. Central Michigan University provided Central Michigan Life with the following statement on Aug. 15. "CMU is aware of the claims by Mr. Brewer, which related to his experiences approximately 30 years ago," CMU's spokesperson wrote in an email. "The matter was addressed in the Michigan Court of Claims and there was no judgment or findings against CMU. The case was dismissed by the Court of Claims, and the dismissal was affirmed by the Court of Appeals. "The indoor rifle range is still in use by CMU’s Military Science and ROTC programs. CMU Environmental Health and Safety works with the Military Science program to monitor lead levels and to provide cleaning for the range."

Stan Shingles has been serving as interim vice president of student affairs at Central Michigan University over the past year, but he has been part of the university community since 1989. In an interview with Central Michigan Life, Shingles reflects on his 36 years at the university and what he hopes for its future.

In this episode of "Past Deadline," Podcast Editor, Christian Valk, sit down with graduating News Editor, Courtney Boyd, and incoming News Editor, Blace Carpenter to tackle the often-sensitive topic of salary.

To wrap up this season of "Soundcheck" with a unique yet fun episode, follow hosts Isaac Koens and Devin Foote as they walk around Central Michigan University's Maroonzie event interviewing the two band playing there: Lie and MoneySoup. Additionally they interviewed people on the street about their takes on music. Setlist: Lie. - Our Memories Moneysoup - Crazy Girl Lie. - I Adore You Moneysoup - Time Machine Editors Note: Live music was captured from a distance due to speakers and It was a bit of a windy day

In this episode of "Past Deadline" for the may print edition Podcast Editor, Christian Valk, sits down with Sports Editor, Sydney Neal and Beat Reporter, Noah Henson, to talk about the athletics budget and their discoveries.

To wrap up season 3 of "Are you Smarter than a CM-Lifer," newly elected SGA president of the coming 2025-26 school year, Akua Acheampong, goes up against Central Michigan Life reporter, Grace Walker, to answer Questions about US History/Government, World history, and Pirates, Be sure to tune in to find out who take the win!