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The Weekly Scoop
by Will Jones
"The Weekly Scoop" is a weekly podcast, in association with the Daily Mississippian newspaper. Join us as we hone in on life at the University of Mississippi, Oxford, the greater MS area and beyond, including interviews and insights with the best in art, athletics and academics.
Episodes
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Take a trip to the Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library
The Daily Mississippian’s Multimedia Editor Watson Lee sits down with Head Librarian Meredith Wulff to discuss what the Lafayette County and Oxford Public Library has to offer students and locals.
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A Farewell... for now
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! 2023-2024 Host Will Jones provides a send-off for the year and his time hosting the Weekly Scoop Podcast! Thank you for listening!
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Fighting the Stigma of Period Poverty (w/ Eron Hendrix)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! Period@UM President Eron Hendrix discusses the recent history of the organization, as well as highlights the value of fighting period poverty and stigmatization amidst our current climate. Host: Will Jones Guest: Eron Hendrix Editor-in-Chief: Violet Jira This podcast…
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Why isn't there a Target in Oxford?
We examine the tantalizing mystery surrounding Oxford: why isn’t there a Target? Host/Detective Will Jones speaks with multiple sources to get to the bottom of this stirring case... Host: Will Jones Editor-in-Chief: Violet Jira Musical Credits: "Comfortable Mystery 2" Kevin MacLeod...
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Why You Should Join the DM (w/ DM Editorial Team)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! Why Should YOU join the Daily Mississippian? Listen as several of our editors tell you the benefits of joining the newspaper team, as well as highlight their favorite stories/projects this year. Applications available now! Host: Will Jones Guests: Kharley Redmon, Clay...
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How to Build YOUR Perfect Schedule (w/ DM News Editor Ashlynn Payne)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! It's that time of the semester! Registration time! News Editor Ashlynn Payne joins us to break down how YOU can build your perfect schedule; the do’s and don’ts of planning your classes at the University of Mississippi. Host: Will Jones Guest: Ashlynn Payne...
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The Rich History of Mississippi Movie-Making (w/ Nina Parikh)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! In honor of the annual Oxford Film Festival, Will is joined by Nina Parikh, Director of the Mississippi Film Office. We highlight a wide variety of topics, including how the Film Office began, the illustrious history of Mississippi film, as well as list our favorite...
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The State of Ole Miss Basketball (w/ DM Sports Editor Cameron Larkin)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is re-joined by DM Sports Editor Cameron Larkin to discuss the state of Men's and Women's Ole Miss Basketball. We discuss a wide variety of topics, including the recent ascension of the Men's team and March Madness predictions. Host: Will Jones Guest:...
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Need a Summer Job? Look no further! (w/ David Hamilton)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is joined by David Hamilton, Recruiting Coordinator for the Ole Miss Career Center to determine how you can kickstart your career at Ole Miss and beyond! In addition to the ins and outs of locating jobs, they also discuss how to use the University job...
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Why Art Matters in Oxford (w/ Ross Cohen)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is re-joined by Ross Cohen, Junior Accounting Major and head of this year’s Honors Art Showcase. In addition to spotlighting the event, they also discuss how students can become more artistically inclined and why Oxford is the perfect town for artists....
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Staying Active at Ole Miss (w/ Carey Greenwood)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is joined by Carey Greenwood, Assistant Director of Fitness at Ole Miss, to discuss how students can stay active on campus. They discuss the various facilities Ole Miss offers, the wide-array of intramural sports, how to balance classes with an active...
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Why You Should Join a Club (or Start Your Own) (w/ Dugan Walker)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is joined by Assistant Director of Student Organization Management Dugan Walker. They discuss the benefits of being involved in the Ole Miss community, how to navigate the ForUM, as well as how students can start their own student organizations right…
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Catching Up with the Ole Miss Women's Council (w/ Suzanne Helveston, Anne Cantrell, Miley Ray)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is joined by several leaders from the Ole Miss Women's Council for Philanthropy, including Program Director Suzanne Helveston, Program Manager Anne Cantrell and Scholar/PULSE Planning Committee Member Miley Ray. The trio discuss the history/goals of the...
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Designing Your Oxford Bucket List (w/ DM A&C Editors Clay Hale, Caroline McCutchen)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! In the first episode of the new semester, Will is joined by DM A&C Editors Clay Hale and Caroline McCutchen to help YOU design your "Oxford Bucket List." The trio break down the very best places and things to do in the college town, whether you're merely visiting or…
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How to Finish the Semester Strong
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will breaks down the best tips/tricks for how to finish the semester strong and ace your final exams! For more study tips, you can visit our previous episode here. Host: Will Jones Editor-in-chief: Violet Jira This Week in Oxford: Oxford Reels Digital Media...
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Importance of Sustainability on Campus (w/ Mia McKey, Ross Cohen)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is joined by Re-Rebs Project Leaders Mia McKey and Ross Cohen. The trio discuss how their clothing recycling campaign came to be, why sustainability matters in the modern age and how students can get involved! Listeners can donate to Re-Rebs here! Host:...
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Behind the Curtain of UM Theatre (w/ Gavin Lane)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! In honor of the upcoming performance of The Prom, Will is joined by Sophomore Theatre Arts Major Gavin Lane to offer a peek behind the curtain of the theatre program here at UM. The two discuss the process of being a stage actor, Gavin's role in the ensemble of The…
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UM 175th Anniversary (w/ Provost Noel Wilkin)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! And a happy 175th Anniversary to the University of Mississippi! Will is joined by the University of Mississippi Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Dr. Noel Wilkin. The two discuss the university's biggest cultural milestones and academic...
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Basketball Season Preview (w/ DM Sports Editor Cameron Larkin)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! Will is joined by DM Sports Editor Cameron Larkin to preview the upcoming Ole Miss Basketball season. The two discuss both the Men's and Women's teams, highlighting their strengths/weaknesses and the biggest matchups to look out for! For more on the upcoming season,...
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Best Places to Eat in Oxford (w/ DM Writer Griffin Ray)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! Will is joined by DM Writer and foodie Griffin Ray to discuss the very best places to eat in Oxford. The wide-ranging conversation covers all different varieties of cuisine throughout the city! Why does Will keep supporting chain restaurants? What is Griffin"s...
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Volleyball Season Recap (w/ Payton Brgoch)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! Will is joined by Ole Miss Volleyball Senior Payton Brgoch. The two discuss her athletic career and the highlights of this year's Rebels volleyball season. Host: Will Jones Guest: Payton Brgoch Editor-in-Chief: Violet Jira This Week in Oxford: Ole Miss Volleyball --...
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The Ethics of AI (w/ Nathan Oakes)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! Will is joined by Nathan Oakes, a Project Administrator and Assistant Professor of Practice at the University of Mississippi’s Center for Practical Ethics to discuss the ethics of AI in the modern age: both how it affects our lives at the university and our lives in…
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How to Study: Tips/Tricks (w/ DM A&C Editors Clay Hale, Caroline McCutchen)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! In honor of midterms here at the University of Mississippi, Will is joined by Daily Mississippian Arts & Culture Editors Clay Hale and Caroline McCutchen to discuss the best methods to prepare, the ideal study spots on campus and more! Host: Will Jones Guests: Clay...
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Why You Should Study Abroad (w/ Blair McElroy, Justine Perrier)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is joined by Study Abroad Senior International Officer and Director Blair McElroy and Study Abroad Advisor Justine Perrier to talk about the benefits of traveling around the world and the various programs Ole Miss offers. This podcast is in association...
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Southern Punk Archive (w/ John Rash)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is joined by UM Southern Studies and Film Production professor John Rash to spotlight the Southern Punk Archive. They discuss how the archive came to be, the current Oxford punk scene and preview the upcoming Punk Flea Market on Sep. 17. Host: Will…
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Ford Center Season Preview (w/ Julia Aubrey)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! This week Will is joined by Ford Center Director Julia Aubrey to preview the upcoming Gertrude C. Ford Center season. They discuss the history/purpose of the Ford Center and some of the exciting events happening throughout the year. Host: Will Jones Guest: Julia…
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Football Season Preview (w/ DM Sports Editor Cameron Larkin)
Welcome to the Weekly Scoop! Will is joined by DM Sports Editor Cameron Larkin to preview the upcoming Ole Miss Football Season. The two discuss who will be starting at quarterback, mental health training, Juice Kiffin's whereabouts and more! Listen on to hear the full conversation. Host: Will...
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Back to School Tips/Tricks (w/ Madeline Mueller, West Sepko)
Welcome back to The Weekly Scoop and Happy FDOC! Will is joined by Ole Miss Ambassadors and Orientation Leaders Madeline Mueller and West Sepko to discuss practical Back to School Tips & Tricks for freshmen and upperclassmen alike. Listen on to learn more and pick up a special edition copy of the...
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The Future of the Weekly Scoop
Hi! Welcome to the Weekly Scoop Podcast. My name is Will Jones and I will be your 2023-24 host, taking over responsibilities from your previous host, Brittany Kohne. Listen on to learn more about the future of the podcast and the fun ideas the Daily Mississippian has in store!
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Double Decker 2023
Hello everyone! In this episode, I talked to Kinney Ferris the Executive Director of Visit Oxford about what planning Double Decker looks like each year. Double Decker will start off April 28-29.
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Join our team at the Daily Mississippian
Hello everyone! In this episode some of the Daily Mississippian editors on what they do in their job. If you are interested in applying for a position, check out our website. https://thedmonline.com/
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Never giving up: Justice for Jay Lee
Hello everyone! In today's episode I talked with Kaleigh Breisch about Justice for Jay Lee and the impact it has on the LGBTQ community in Oxford. If you are interested in helping and getting involved with Justice for Jay Lee follow them on instagram @justiceforjaylee or click the link...
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Access for All: Marilee Cleveland
Hello everyone! In today's episode, I got to speak with Marilee Cleveland who is a student at Ole Miss. She talks about how her disability affects her everyday life on campus. If you are interested in joining Access for All check it out on the ForUm....
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Love is love no matter what day it is
Hello everyone! In today's episode, I speak to a member of the LBGTQ community about their feelings towards the heteronormative-ness of valentines day. No matter how you identify or if you are spending valentines day alone, just know you are loved!
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The story of the first integration
Hello everyone! In today's episode, I talk with Dr. Darren E. Grem about the story Harry S. Murphy. Murphy was the first Black man to integrate Ole Miss, without the university even knowing about it. I hope you enjoy and let me know what you thought of the episode.
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I am graduating already?
Hello everyone! In this week's episode, I talk about the normality of the feeling of apprehension toward graduation. If you want to make an appointment with the career center click the link below! Hope you enjoy. https://career.olemiss.edu/handshake-for-students-2/
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What's your word of 2023
Hello everyone! I hope your semester is going well. In this episode, I talk about how choosing a word to represent your year can be a great motivation for you. I challenge you to find a word that resonates with you and stand behind that word for the rest of the year. If a year is too much of a...
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Welcome Spring 2023
Hello everyone! It has been quite a long break since I last talked to you. In this episode, I run down how the podcast will look like here on out. I am very excited to continue to talk to the Ole Miss campus. If you have any ideas for the podcast please DM me on Instagram @thedailymississippian
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How to finish strong
Hello everyone! In this episode I talked to ASB President Lila Osman about how to finish the semester strong!
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Are you excited for Thanksgiving break?
Hello everyone! In this episode, I went around and asked students what they were most excited about for Thanksgiving break.
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Has Ole Miss Party Culture Changed?
Hello everyone! In this episode, I talk to some Ole Miss students about how they think the party culture has changed pre and post-COVID.
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How does food impact mental health?
Hello everyone! Ever wonder why you feel energized eating certain foods, but not others? Listen to this episode to find out! Also, check out some cool dorm/ easy cooking recipes!
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Do students care about primary elections?
Hello everyone! In today's episode, I went around and asked students what they thought about the importance of primary elections and where they get their political news.
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It's Halloween Time
Hello everyone! Halloween is just around the corner and Social Media Editor Caroline Beach and Art, Culture Editor Kharley Redmon, and talked about our Halloween traditions and much more! Enjoy!
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How to make your perfect schedule
Hello everyone! It's schedule-making season. Registration opens up on Monday 10/24. Make sure to check you registration window on MyOleMiss. Happy Scheduling!
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How does fitness impact mental health?
Hello everyone! In this episode, we will focus on how important physical health is to mental health. I challenge you to go on a walk and give your brain a break today!
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How to improve your mental health
Hello everyone! In this episode, I talked to the William Magee Center at Ole Miss. If you want to use any of their services use these links below! William Magee Center Website: https://magee-center.olemiss.edu/ Schedule a WellChat Appointment: https://magee-center.olemiss.edu/programs/wellchats/...
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How to Find Balance
College is stressful, but finding balance is the key component to help you enjoy your college experience. Learn about some helpful tips in this episode. Follow us on our social media to stay updated will our news stories! We post everyday! https://thedmonline.com/...
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Feeling homesick?
Hello everyone! If you are feeling homesick, here is the podcast to listen to!
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How to get involved
Hello everyone! In this episode you will learn how to get involved not only in campus, but in the Oxford Community. Check out the Ole Miss Forum: https://olemiss.campuslabs.com/engage Follow us on our social media to stay updated will our news stories! We post everyday! https://thedmonline.com/...
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"The Weekly Scoop" is a weekly podcast, in association with the Daily Mississippian newspaper. Join us as we hone in on life at the University of Mississippi, Oxford, the greater MS area and beyond, including interviews and insights with the best in art, athletics and academics.
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