Maine Campus Podcast Series
Maine Campus Podcast Series
The Maine Campus
The Maine Campus Podcast Series runs multiple podcasts out of the University of Maine's student-led newspaper that's been operating since 1875. Serving as the premier written voice for UMaine's student body, the Maine Campus has informed our local community for almost 150 years. From sports, culture, to news, our shows allow the opportunity for these voices to come to life as we work to uncover diverse, newsworthy stories from across campus and beyond. Graphics by Abigail Miller, Rose Duane, and Delaney Burns. Music by Sam Orlando @samtorlando and Fee Music.
CULTURE: Favorite Food Spots of Orono, Discussion of Favorite TV Shows, Superhero Movies, with guest Spencer Gallant
This week, Maddy sits down with her guest Spencer Gallant and the two discuss yummy Thanksgiving food, the best eateries of Maine, then delve into current favorite TV shows and the superhero genre! For show notes and to keep up to date on what's happening on the Maine Campus: https://mainecampus.com/ To keep up to date on the podcast follow us on Instagram! @mainecampuspodcasts Hosted by Maddie Johnson. Edited by Maddie Johnson. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Abigail Miller. Music by Sam Orlando.
Nov 30, 2023
21 min
CULTURE: Guilty Pleasures and Trying New Things
Should we really be embarrassed about things that make us happy? Abby airs out her guilty pleasures from private Spotify sessions to problematic TV shows. She also discusses the importance of trying new things and growing through embarrassment. Do your laundry and listen in. Hosted by Abigail Miller. Edited by Abigail Miller. Graphics by Abigail Miller. Produced by Abigail Miller. Music by Sam Orlando @samtorlando. Follow us on instagram @mainecampuspodcasts
Nov 27, 2023
23 min
NEWS: Local and Global News + Reflections
In this new episode of Orono Now, listen to briefings of news stories from around Maine and the globe. Maine is back to some normalcy with a slow news week, but in this, we take the time to speak on reflections. Whether from this year, the past month, or from other points in your life it is important to recognize how you got to this point, and for some, what you can do to improve your happiness moving forward. Audio of Governor Janet Mills provided by the Maine State Government: https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/radio_address/please-vote-no-question-3-2023-09-20 NBC News: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/tim-scott-drops-2024-presidential-race-rcna124836 Associated Press News: https://apnews.com/article/iceland-volcano-earthquakes-evacuation-aviation-3bb2f4d18cb7c62967a7ce16cc1b70d3 https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-war-shifa-hospital-ce8fda9821a011a6cb6e4a3df5c90916 Bangor Walmart Fire: https://wgme.com/news/local/fire-at-bangor-walmart-likely-caused-more-than-10-million-in-damage-lucas-landry-arson-theft-maine-crime https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/smyrna-man-charged-with-arson-after-fire-at-bangor-walmart/article_fba5f0e8-7b5a-11ee-9e4b-d7e75ad0a2d2.html Hosted by Rose Duane. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Rose Duane. Theme music and transitions are "Future Sunset" and "Intro News" by Amaksi on Pixabay.
Nov 13, 2023
12 min
CULTURE: How To Fix What Isn't Broken; a Mental Health Deep Dive
Get cosy and listen in if you're feeling the weight of this time of year. Today's episode is about raw and realistic experiences with mental health. Abby and her guest, Nathan Phaenephom, share their personal experiences, coping advise, and some media that covers these topics. Hosted by Abigail Miller. Edited by Abigail Miller. Graphics by Abigail Miller. Music by Sam Orlando @samtorlando. Follow us on instagram @mainecampuspodcasts Mentioned in todays episode: The Orange by Wendy Cope https://gladdestthing.com/poems/the-orange I am Learning to Abandon the World by Linda Pastan https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poetrymagazine/poems/34957/i-am-learning-to-abandon-the-world
Nov 13, 2023
40 min
SPORTS: Week of November 6th Weekend Updates and Interview with Diving Captain Riley Clark
Jonah and Mike are here again to give you the weekend updates from the University of Maine athletic teams. Congratulations on the conference win for our women's soccer team! Hear all about how they snagged that victory, as well as analysis from Black Bear Football's last home game of the season. Listen in on an interview with Riley Clark, diver and captain of the Division 1 University of Maine's Mens Swimming and Diving team. Riley speaks about his experience training, preparing for meets, his personal balance between practice and schooling, and more. Check out this week's featured sports article: https://mainecampus.com/category/sports/2023/11/mental-mistakes-come-back-to-bite-the-black-bears-on-senior-day/ For show notes and to keep up to date on what's happening on the Maine Campus: https://mainecampus.com/ To keep up to date on the podcast follow us on Instagram! @mainecampuspodcasts Hosted by Jonah Smith and Mike Ames. Edited by Jonah Smith. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Rose Duane. Music provided by Free Music.
Nov 8, 2023
47 min
NEWS: Election Information, Joe Biden in Maine, and Local News
Thank you for listening to this first episode of Orono Now. In this episode we give you all the information regarding the upcoming referendum election happening November 7th, Joe Biden's visit to Lewiston, Penobscot land-back achievements, Israel-Hamas protests on Campus, and the curious case of the Bangor Walmart fire. Election information: https://www.maine.gov/sos/news/2023/2023CitizensGuideOnline.html https://mainecampus.com/category/news/2023/10/cast-your-vote-on-the-2023-referendum-election-day-or-before-election-day/ Joe Biden Visits Maine: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-67313370 https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/joe-biden-speaks-maine-shooting-victims-watch-live-stream-today-2023-11-03/ Audio of President Biden was provided by the White House YouTube Channel Land-Back: https://www.indiangaming.com/land-back-project-restores-30000-acres-of-land-to-penobscot-nation/#:~:text=PENOBSCOT%20COUNTY%2C%20ME%20%E2%80%93%20The%20Penobscot,Nation%20in%20the%2019th%20century https://www.pressherald.com/2023/11/01/ancestral-land-could-be-returned-to-penobscot-nation/ https://www.mainepublic.org/environment-and-outdoors/2023-11-01/30-000-acres-near-katahdin-woods-and-waters-being-restored-to-penobscot-nation Palestine Protest: https://mainecampus.com/category/news/2023/11/rally-at-umaine-aims-to-demonstrate-solidarity-with-palestinians-amid-the-israel-hamas-war/ Bangor Walmart Fire: https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/bangor/smyrna-man-arson-charge-bangor-walmart/97-7d97c0d4-c33b-42b4-b9b0-8033b5bf170b Hosted by Rose Duane. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Rose Duane. Theme music and transitions are "Future Sunset" and "Intro News" by Amaksi on Pixabay.
Nov 6, 2023
11 min
SPORTS: Week of October 30th Review of this Weekend's Plays and Interview with Varsity Running Back Tristen Kenan
In this week's episode, Jonah and Mike give you updates from this weekend's sporting events. They discuss plays from Black Bear's sports team, the America East soccer and field hockey playoffs, and men's ice hockey Brandon Chabrier being named defender of the week. Jonah also sits down for a one-on-one interview with varsity running back Tristen Kenan where they talk about sports injuries, being scouted by UMaine Athletics, future goals, and life as a D1 athlete. Check out this week's featured sports article: https://mainecampus.com/category/sports/2023/10/football-falls-to-ualbany-at-home-in-conference-tilt/ For show notes and to keep up to date on what's happening on the Maine Campus: https://mainecampus.com/ To keep up to date on the podcast follow us on Instagram! @mainecampuspodcasts Hosted by Jonah Smith and Mike Ames. Edited by Jonah Smith. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Rose Duane. Music provided by Free Music.
Nov 2, 2023
35 min
CULTURE: Discussing Halloween Favorites with Emily Lucas
Maddy sits down with her guest Emily Lucas, where they talk about their favorite ways to get into the Halloween spirit, like watching movies such as Coraline, Monster House, and the Addams Family, as well as their Halloween costume predictions for 2023 where they delve into how Barbie costumes can be used to empower women in STEM. Listen to recounts of pumpkin carving endeavors, haunted house experiences, and much more in this episode! For show notes and to keep up to date on what's happening on the Maine Campus: https://mainecampus.com/ To keep up to date on the podcast follow us on Instagram! @mainecampuspodcasts Hosted by Maddie Johnson. Edited by Maddie Johnson. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Abigail Miller. Music by Sam Orlando.
Oct 31, 2023
28 min
HALLOWEEN SPECIAL
This is the Halloween episode of Fall 2023! Sit down with Abby of Maine Stream and her two guests, self-proclaimed ghoulish experts Nathan and Josh to learn about the origin of Halloween, and hear more frightening tales that have yet to be explained. Mentioned sources for this episode: https://jonimayhan.com/tag/maine-street-grill-standish/ https://www.pressherald.com/2018/03/02/standish-historical-society-sets-sights-on-thompson-house/ https://haunt-me.com/standish-restaurant/ http://www.galactanet.com/oneoff/theegg_mod.html Hosted by Abigail Miller. Edited by Abigail Miller. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Abigail Miller. Music by Sam Orlando and Free Music
Oct 30, 2023
39 min
SPORTS: Week of October 23rd Highlights from Black Bear Nation and interview with Sports Editor Dalton Bartlett
Thank you for tuning into this week's episode of the Maine Campus Sports Podcast hosted by Jonah Smith and Michael Ames. In this episode, our hosts bring you the Black Bear sports flash featuring a tied play at Binghamton for women's soccer. There is also an interview between Jonah and the Maine Campus Sports Editor Dalton Bartlett, as they discuss what it's like working in the sports journalism field, as well as a review of UMaine sports next week. Check out this week's featured sports article: https://mainecampus.com/category/sports/2023/10/haylie-calver-sets-a-school-record-in-black-bears-swim-home-opener/ For show notes and to keep up to date on what's happening on the Maine Campus: https://mainecampus.com/ To keep up to date on the podcast follow us on Instagram! @mainecampuspodcasts Hosted by Jonah Smith and Mike Ames. Edited by Jonah Smith. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Rose Duane. Music provided by Free Music.
Oct 25, 2023
25 min
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