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KCOU News
by KCOU News
A collection of stories from KCOU's News and Talk shows. Original reporting by University of Missouri students.
Episodes
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KCOU News interviews Mayor Barbara Buffaloe
Join Brianne Tremper, Kate Alter, Ian Southwell and Christian Urea as they interview Columbia Mayor Barbara Buffaloe about the importance of local elections, the role of city council and her time on KCOU 88.1!
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Jess Jacobs — If You See Something
Listen in as Brianne Tremper Interviews Jess Jacobs, star and producer of If You See Something, a new indie film. Intro done by Ian Southwell
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Baseball and Batman
In this episode of The Pulse, we discuss the MLB lockout and the new Batman movie. Hosted by Luke Swezy and Dominique Hodge. Originally Airdate: 3-4-2022 ——————————————————————— Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: @kcounews Instagram: @kcounews Website: www.kcou.fm
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True/False Film Festival 2022
In this episode of The Pulse, we discuss this year's True/False festival. Hosted by Luke Swezy and Dominique Hodge. Originally Airdate: 2-25-2022 ——————————————————————— Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: @kcounews Instagram: @kcounews Website: www.kcou.fm
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Arts and Music Around Columbia
In this episode of The Pulse, we discuss local music and arts shows in and around Columbia. Hosted by Harshawn Ratanpal, Galen Zavala and Emma Gomez. Originally Airdate: 2-22-2022 ——————————————————————— Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: @kcounews Instagram: @kcounews Website: www.kcou.fm
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Why are musicians leaving Spotfiy?
In this episode of The Pulse, we discuss why musicians like Neil Young and Joni Mitchell are removing their discographies from Spotify. Hosted by Luke Sweazy, Sam Hijazi and Dominique Hodge. Originally Airdate: 2-11-2022 ——————————————————————— Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: @kcounews...
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Fiji Hazing Lawsuit Update
In this episode of The Pulse, we discuss recent events surrounding the lawsuit against the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity — commonly known as “Fiji." Hosted by Meghan Lee, Carrington Peavy and Abby Milligan. Content Warning: emotional and mental manipulation, hazing and discussion about illegal...
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Elizabeth Holmes: The Mastermind of Fraud or a Failed Silicon Valley CEO?
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the Elizabeth Holmes trial and everything she hoped to achieve with her startup Theranos. Her revolutionary plan to run dozens of tests using a single drop of blood garnered her a lot of attention from high profile investors and businesses, but her fall...
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Focus EU: Austria's Chancellor Kurz is out. Now what?
In this episode of Focus EU, hosts Andreas Busse and Ryan Cohen discuss Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's fall from grace and what it means for the balance of power in this Central European country. How did Europe's youngest leader and the symbol for a shift to a more conservative Europe...
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The Latest on the Texas Abortion Ban
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss recent events surrounding the abortion ban in Texas, including context and implications. Hosted by Emma Murphy, Savannah Taffe, Truecere Surles, and Kate Ramseyer. ——————————————————————— Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: @kcounews Instagram: @kcounews...
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Labor Power Hour
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the different strikes happening across the country and what's driving them. Hosted by Luke Swezy, Sam Hijazi, Dominique Hodge, and Hunter Walterman. ——————————————————————— Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: @kcounews Instagram: @kcounews Website: www.kcou.fm
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Labor Crisis in America
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss how the current labor shortage is affecting different parts of the economy. Hosted by Andreas Busse, Claudia Linder, and Carrington Peavy. ——————————————————————— Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: @kcounews Instagram: @kcounews Website: www.kcou.fm
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Focus EU: Germany Voted. Now What?
In the first ever episode of Focus EU, hosts Andreas Busse and Ryan Cohen discuss Germany's recent election and what it means for the future of Germany. Alliances have crumbled, unlikely partnerships have formed, and parties once considered too small to meaningfully impact German politics are...
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MU Homecoming 2021
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss everything Mizzou Homecoming, including the gunshots that were heard downtown and near MU's campus. Hosted by Emma Murphy, Savannah Taffe, and Truecere Surles. ——————————————————————— Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: @kcounews Instagram: @kcounews…
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NFTs: What's Behind the Current Boom in Interest?
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, and the current rise in interest surrounding NFTs and online content. Hosted by Luke Swezy, Sam Hijazi, Dominique Hodge, and Hunter Walterman. ——————————————————————— Follow us on Social Media! Twitter: @kcounews Instagram:...
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Pandora Papers: Is the US the hottest new Tax Haven?
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the Pandora Papers, a year-long investigation led by the International Consortium for Investigative Journalists and hundreds of media outlets around the world. What do these financial documents tell us about how billionaires and influential politicians…
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The Conservatorship of Britney Spears: Protection or Prison?
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss Britney Spears and her freedom from the conservatorship that spanned decades. Hosted by Luke Swezy, Sam Hijazi, Dominique Hodge, and Hunter Walterman.
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Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp Are Down! Now What?
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the global Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp outage and its implications. Hosted by Emma Murphy and Savannah Taffe.
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COVID-19 and Hollywood: A Romance or Murder Mystery?
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Hollywood and the movie industry. Hosted by Meghan Lee, Lynne Harvey Sireen Abayazid.
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Chris Cuomo: Too Big to Fail?
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the sexual harassment allegation against CNN journalist Chris Cuomo, brother of former New York governor Andrew Cuomo. Hosted by Andreas Busse and Carrington Peavy. TW: Mentions of Violence of a Sexual Nature
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Deutschland Ohne Merkel: Bundestagswahl 2021
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss Germany's recent parliamentary election and what it means for the future of Germany, Europe, and the world. Hosted by Emma Murphy, Savannah Taffe, and Truecere Surles.
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Greek Life: A Campus Menace or Innocently Flawed?
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss protests against fraternities across the country and right here at MU with special guest Joe Miller from KCOU's Sports department. Hosted by Harshawn Ratanpal, Hailey Skorik, Isablle Marak.
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Immigration: Biden's Achilles' Heel
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the migrant crisis at the US southern border and President Joe Biden's response. Hosted by Andreas Busse, Carrington Peavy, Claudia Linder.
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Divided Nations: The UN General Assembly
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the recent gathering of world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly in New York and President Joe Biden's attempt to reclaim the United States' role as "leader of the free world." Hosted by Emma Murphy, Truecere Surles, and Harshawn Ratanpal.
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The State of Missouri v. Columbia Public Schools: The Mask Debate
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the lawsuit Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt filed challenging the COVID-19 mask mandate in Columbia Public Schools. Hosted by Meghan Lee, Lynne Harvey, and Sireen Abayazid.
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President Biden's Infrastructure Bill Explained
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss President Joe Biden's new bill to address America's infrastructure woes. Hosted by Luke Swezy, Hunter Walterman, and Dominique Hodge.
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MU Updates: Everything You Need To Know
In this episode of The Pulse we cover campus updates of note, including information on vaccine mandates, MU's NextGen Health facility, university rankings, and how the university is restructuring its social justice departments. Hosted by Luke Swezy, Hunter Walterman, and Dominique Hodge.
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Wildlife Conservation
Global warming and growing constructions change the habitats for wildlife species everywhere. I speak to bird expert Roger Holloway from the World Bird Sanctuary about Missouri Native birds. KCOU's Katie Quinn talks to Robert Hemmelgarn about the different plants that support backyard animals.
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Cottage Food Law
House Bill 357 would lift restrictions in Missouri around Cottage Food Law. If HB 357 is passed, Missouri sellers would be legally allowed to sell baked goods over the internet to Missouri buyers. Today's interviews include the sponsor of the bill Rep. Ben Baker and the Institute of Justice.
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The Future of the Republican Party
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the direction the Republican Party is headed, as well as how Donald Trump's Presidency has influenced Republican politics. Hosted by Andreas Busse, Emmet Jamieson, Lily Dozier, and Julia Igel.
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The Missouri Biodiversity Project
Founded in the spring of 2020, Brian Wingbermuehle started a nonprofit to help Missouri preserve indigenous plant species. The Missouri Biodiversity Project works to restore natural habitats and educate the public on conservation.
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The Stock Market Basics
Learning about the stock market is confusing, so today's show is going back to the basics. KCOU's Katie Quinn talks to Portfolio Manager Kyle Reynolds about how college students can start investing. We discuss the different kinds of accounts and how to get started.
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Domestic Terrorism: America's Latest Threat
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the rise of far-right extremism in the United States and abroad and what has been done to mitigate this threat. Hosted by Andreas Busse, Emmet Jamieson, Lily Dozier, and Julia Igel.
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Health Care Economics
Healthcare in Missouri is complicated. Between the divide of urban and rural, Medicaid and private insurance, and the constant hospital closures, there is a long journey ahead for the healthcare industry. Today's discussion is with Dr. David Barb and Sheldon Weisgrau about what healthcare…
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The Biden Cabinet
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss President Biden's history-making cabinet. Hosted by Andreas Busse, Lily Dozier, and Emmet Jamieson.
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Black Friday
According to data from the National Retail Federation, holiday shopping has increased steadily for the past decade, but how is the state of the pandemic going to affect this shopping season? KCOU's Katie Quinn talks to Katherine Cullen, NRF's Senior Director of Industry and Consumer Insights…
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Ethiopia and Tigray: A Tale of two Leaders
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the current conflict between Ethiopia and its Tigray region. Hosted by Andreas Busse, Isabella Paxton, and Lily Dozier
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The Future of Sustain Mizzou and the Sustainability Office
Through Sustain Mizzou, the sustainability office was created to hire staff to track data on waste and the environment as well as focus on more programming. The pandemic has slashed budgets across campus leaving the sustainability office in limbo.
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The Tale of Two Parties
Tensions are high during this historical election and the young vote is being cast. KCOU's Katie Quinn talk to the Mizzou College Democrats and the Mizzou College Republicans about their experience in politics. We discuss the political climate of Missouri and what it is like to be a college-aged...
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Tourism in a Pandemic
Coronavirus has put the tourism industry to a halt in Missouri- at least in most places. KCOU's Katie Quinn talks to the Director of the Missouri Division of Tourism about the economic numbers. I also speak to businesses around Missouri including the Lake of the Ozarks and Columbia to how they…
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Boone County Voter Guide
Boone County Clerk Brianna Lennon talks to KCOU's Katie Quinn about this year's election process. She goes over the guidelines for voting absentee versus in-person and where to go to the polls. The last day to request an absentee ballot is October 21st. On November 3rd, polling places are open…
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No On Amendment 3
Clean Missouri is against Amendment 3. An Amendment that will appear on Missouri's November 3rd ballot. It deals with the redistricting of Missouri with a partisan demographer. Listen to see why Clean Missouri is fighting to reject the Amendment. *KCOU does not endorse Clean Missouri or Amendment 3*
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Breonna (And Belarus)
In this episode of The Pulse we discuss the trial of Breonna Taylor and the protests in Belarus. Hosted by Isabella Paxton, Abby Lewandowski, Luke Sweezy, and Andreas Busse
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Obesity in Missouri
Obesity is high among adults in Missouri at 35 percent. KCOU's Katie Quinn talk to Connie Diekman about solutions and strategies on eating healthily. The second half of my show features the President of the School Nurses Association Laurie Combe who gives recommendations for childhood obesity...
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Farmers to Families
The USDA has put four billion dollars into the Farmers to Families program. Katie Quinn talks to the Missouri Department of Agriculture, C & C Produce, and SEMO food bank about where that food comes from and where it goes.
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Police Reform Part 2
A continuation of Police Reform Part 1.
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Police Reform Part 1
I sit down with Executive Director Dale Roberts who runs the Columbia Police Officer's Association. We talk about the current state of policing and police reform.
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Ameren’s battle with sulfur dioxide
Currently in Missouri, the Ameren plant is apart of a new EPA proposal to approve it’s air quality standards. KCOU's Katie Quinn tells us more.
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An Inside Look at the Columbia Climate March
Reporter Austin Woods interviews Emma Winter, a 4th grader who organized the March for Our Earth.
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