Best Minnesota State University Mankato Podcasts (2024)

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Are You Getting Enough Sleep Nobel Conference 10-2-2024 13:12

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Oct. 2, 2024 Gustavus Adolphus College is hosting the 60th annual Nobel conference. This year's topic is Sleep, Unraveled, and Tane Danger talks about some fascinating findings from the scientists' research.By KMSU

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Birding With Al Batt On 10 - 01 - 2024 32:46

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Oct. 1, 2024 Join Al Batt talks about Jumping Spiders, why leaves flip, grasshopper plagues and more.By KMSU

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Maverick Magazine - Homecoming Week!! 22:28

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Tune in for the latest episode, where we dive deep into all things MSU sports. The episode kicks off with a recap of recent highlights from our various sports teams, along with what's next for MSU athletics, including important matchups and events on the horizon that fans should mark on their calendars! With homecoming just around the corner, this …

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Political Debate Preparation 17:34

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Taylor Tambornino, a political science student at MSU, hosts Dr. Katie Brunner and Manny Reyes to talk about preparations for the Vice Presidential Debate and some practical advice for what to watch for as you're tuning in. Dr. Brunner is an Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at MSU, and Manny Reyes is an MSU Debate Coach.…

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Put a Woman In Charge Event hosted by students at MSU 9-26-2024 14:22

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Sept. 26, 2024 Students at Minnesota State Mankato are holding a "Put a Women in Charge" event to encourage fellow-classmates to get out the vote and empower women. KMSU's Karen Wright spoke with Avalon Luehman (Students for Reproductive Justice) and Abigail Andree (College Democrats) about the upcoming concert.…

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Gardening with Barb and Karen 9-27-2025 20:21

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Sept. 27, 2024 Getting ready for fall, including overseeding your lawn, planting bulbs and more. With master gardeners Barb Lamson & Karen Wright.By KMSU

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Maverick Magazine - Athlete Spotlight: Jade Jackson! 29:01

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Tune in for episode 2 of the Maverick Magazine to meet our first special guest of the season, MSU Women's Soccer player, Jade Jackson!! We'll also cover what's new and upcoming for all MSU sports! #RollMavsBy KMSU | Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Mankato Area Public Schools Update with Paul Peterson 9-25-2024 29:03

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Sept. 25, 2024 School is back in session and Mankato Area Public Schools Superintendent Paul Peterson talks about the start of the school year, challenges and triumphs.By KMSU

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Deep Valley Book Festival scheduled for Oct. 5, 2024 16:57

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Sept. 25, 2024 Rachel Hanel talks about the upcoming Deep Valley Book Festival scheduled for Sat. Oct. 5, 2024.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt 9-24-2024 31:36

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September 24, 2024 Swarms of dragon flies in the sky was one topic Al Batt talked about on his weekly "Birding with Batt" show on KMSU radio.By KMSU

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9-20-24 Ben Cosgrove, Liz Draper and Charlie Leftridge 25:18

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Ben Cosgrove, Liz Draper and Charlie Leftridge stop by the Shuffle Function Morning Show to talk about Ben's performance at the Carnegie Art Center in Mankato on Saturday, September 21.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt on 9-17-2024 30:33

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September 17, 2024 Al Batt entertains us with stories of birds, people and life.By KMSU

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United Way Update with Barb Kaus on 9-18-2024 21:12

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September 18, 2024 Mankato Area United Way Director Barb Kaus talks with KMSU's Karen Wright about the latest happenings with the UW Campaign and upcoming events.By KMSU

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Gardening with Chad Lamson in Alaska 9-20-2024 28:17

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Sept. 20. 2024 We have a surprise guest on today's Master Gardener show! Chad Lamson, son of MG Barb Lamson, talks about gardening in Alaska and what he's learned from his mom.By KMSU

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Welcome to the Government 101 Podcast! 1:56

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Scott Granberg-Rademacker and Kevin Parsneau kick off the new Government 101 podcast with style and grace not seen since the days of Martin Van Buren.By Government 101 Podcast

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Maverick Magazine - Kicking Off the Season! 18:30

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Welcome back Mavericks! Tune in to our official first episode of the school year, where we speak on all things Minnesota State Sports! You'll also meet your new host, Angelina Ventimiglia and new co-hosts, Willem McClellan and Sara Lambert! #RollMavsBy KMSU | Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Birding With Batt 09-10-2024 27:54

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By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on 9-03-2024 30:33

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Sept. 3, 2024 Al Batt talks about butterflies, bees, fair time and listener observations.By KMSU

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Could Rust Make Batteries More Efficient? Discussing Electrochemistry at the Leonard Ford Lectureship 9-04-2024 21:03

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Sept. 4, 2024 Dr. Johnna Leddy, a researcher at U of Iowa holds 32 U.S. patents and studies how electrochemistry will change the energy distribution of the planet. Leddy is the keynote speaker for the 34th Leonard Ford Lectureship at MNSU and explains how her research looks at solutions to lower environmental loads and energy costs through chemistr…

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The Fascinating Life of Josh Madson: from A-Listers to the Community Collage 8-28-2024 31:40

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Aug. 28, 2024 Meet Josh Madson. From Fargo, ND, he started out as a hopeful musician, decided to move to L.A. and took any available job before he became an assistant photographer for Annie Leibovitz. He's rubbed elbows with the likes of Bruce Willis, Halle Berry, Sandra Bullock, and more. He's now in Mankato where he's photographed 5,000+ people w…

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Gardening wth Barb and Karen 8-23-2024 29:57

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Aug. 23, 2024 Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright talk about what needs to be done this time of year in the garden.By KMSU

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Gardening with Barb and Karen 8-16-2024 27:54

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Aug. 16, 2024 Peaches and Cat Tales - just a couple topics Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright cover in today's Master Gardener segment.By KMSU

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AL Batt and Dwayne 8-27-2024 27:13

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Aug. 27, 2024 Al Batt talks with Dwayne Megaw about birds, nature and life.By KMSU

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MSU President Edward Inch Talks about the New School Year on 8-27-2024 27:37

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Aug. 27, 2024 Minnesota State Mankato President Edward Inch sat down with KMSU's Karen Wright to talk about the upcoming school year - budget cuts, student enrollment, new programs, the use of A.I. in the classroom and more.By KMSU

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MSU President Edward Inch Talks about the New School Year 8-27-2024 27:37

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Aug. 27, 2024 Minnesota State Mankato President Edward Inch sat down with KMSU's Karen Wright to talk about the upcoming school year - budget cuts, student enrollment, new programs, the use of A.I. in the classroom and more.By KMSU

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National Fentanyl Awareness Day 8-21-2024 34:12

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August 21,, 2021 Fentanyl is a killer. Nobody knows that better than Kim Gustavson-Lang and Nancy Sack, Mother and Grandmother to Travis Gustavson, who passed away of an overdose at age 21. want to erase the stigma of talking about this killer. MN River Valley Drug Task Force Commander, Chad Rush, joined KMSU's Karen Wright to discuss what we all c…

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Birding with Batt 8-20-2024 28:59

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Aug. 20, 2024 Feathers, Deer Flies, Hummingbirds and more were a part of today's discussion with Al Batt.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt 8-13-2024 32:00

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Aug. 13, 2024 Birds of a feather like to tune in to listen to Al Batt talk about feathers and other nature-made things.By KMSU

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Gardening With Dwayne And Barb 8 - 09 - 2024 25:01

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August 9, 2024 Karen is off at the Nicollet County Fair showing her flowers, so Dwayne Megaw sat in this morning to talk with Master Gardener Barb Lamson.By KMSU

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Birding With Al Batt on 8-6-2024 30:06

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August 6, 2024 Lots of listeners had questions and comments for Al Batt this morning. So, he answered them and told tales.By KMSU

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Barb and Karen Lament the Loss of Extension Agent Position 8-2-2024 28:36

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August 2, 2024 Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright always tell us to call our extension agent if we have any plant-related questions. Blue Earth and LeSueur counties have indicated they are no longer able to fund the extension educator position, currently held by Shane Bujega, who works closely with the Master Gardeners.…

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Birding with Al Batt on 7-30-2024 32:01

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July 30, 2024 Al Batt is heading to the Freeborn County Fair in Albert Lea this week if you want to see him in person.By KMSU

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Local Foods Week with Sabri Fair 7-25-2024 33:07

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July 25, 2024 - During the week of July 22-28, visit one of the participating restaurants to enjoy delicious food and celebrate the partnerships between Region Nine’s farmers and restaurants. Sabri Fair, Reg. 9 Dev. Commission Environmental and Sustainability Planner talks about this event dedicated to highlighting the variety of products available…

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Becky Buller's Mental Health Journey in Song: Jubilee 07262024 30:06

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July 26, 2024 - Becky Buller talks about her new album, Jubilee, which chronicles her journey through depression in the form of a song cycle including instrumental interludes. This project was initially commissioned by the FreshGrass Foundation and was recorded almost entirely live with Buller’s band. She is performing at the Faribault County Fair …

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Gardening with Barb and Karen 7-26-2024 27:57

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June 26, 2024 Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright discuss the bounty in the garden - from vegetables to flowers. Summer is a great time of year to see the fruits of your labor!By KMSU

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The Welcoming Table by Aktion Club Theater 7-24-2024 20:47

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July 24, 2024 The Aktion Theater (directed by Wilbur Neushwander-Frink, (Exec. Director of Open Arts MN) is presenting, "The Welcoming Table: Relevance & Stories that Matter" on Fri. July 26, 7 p.m. and Sat. July 27 at 2 p.m. at the Centenary United Methodist Church, 501 S. 2nd St. Mankato. KMSU's Karen Wright spoke with Frink and actors Kyle and L…

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Birding with Al Batt on 7-23-2024 30:33

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July 23, 2024 Learn about the joys of Bird Watching with Al Batt.By KMSU

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Lake Crystal Community Band with Sheldon Meyer 7 - 17 - 2024 13:50

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July 17, 2024 The Lake Crystal Community Band is celebrating its 40th anniversary this weekend, Sun. July 21, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Sibley Park in Mankato. Band Director Sheldon Meyer talks about the group and its music.By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on July 16, 2024 29:25

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July 16, 2024 Al Batt discusses how to use your binoculars correctly, damsel flies vs. dragon flies, outhouse lilies, blue-eyed crows and more.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt 07-09-24 28:33

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July 9, 2024 Karen is on vacation, so Dwayne chats with Al Batt.By KMSU

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Master Gardeners on 7-05-2024 29:16

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July 5, 2024 Happy 4th of July! Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright talk about some common garden mistakes and how you can avoid making them, plus other timely garden topics.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt on July 2, 2024 32:47

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July 2, 2024 Earwigs, obsessions, thistles and more! Al Batt discusses many topics of interest on today's show.By KMSU

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Mankato Area Thunder of Drums 6-26-2024 20:44

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June 26, 2024 The Mankato Kiwanis Club presents the 32nd Thunder of Drums on Tues. July 9, 2024, 6:45 p.m. at Blakeslee Stadium on the campus of Minnesota State University. Kiwanians Doug Faust and "Fuzzy" Fascnacht provide details.By KMSU

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Freedom's Beat - An Evening Of Patriotic Music 6-26-2024 12:24

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The Mankato Area Community Band is holding An Evening of Patriotic Music called "Freedom's Beat" on Tues. July 2, 2024, 7:30 p.m. at Historic Lincoln Park. Band President, Bryce O. Stenzel, talks about the July 2nd date's significance.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt on 6-25-2024 30:00

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June 25, 2024 Enjoy listening to Al Batt as he spins tales about birds, insects, worms and more.By KMSU

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How is All the Rain Impacting Our Gardens? with Master Gardeners on 6-21-2024 28:59

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June 21, 2024 The rain just keeps falling and the ground is saturated with flooding. How does this impact our gardens? Master Gardeners Barb Lamson & Karen Wright discuss.By KMSU

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Feeding Our Communities With The Living Earth Center 6 - 13 - 2024 22:05

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June 13, 2024 The Living Earth Center is managing the Blue Earth County Community Farm and fulfilling a need to feed underserved residents. Laura Peterson and SkyAnne Walker talk about the work the organization is doing and how you can become involved.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt On 6-18-2024 30:31

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June 19, 2024 Telling the temperature with crickets, jack rabbits, Google, Siri, Alexa and more with Al Batt.By KMSU

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Juneteenth Celebration In Mankato with Mo Alsadig 6-12-2024 22:51

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June 12, 2024 Mankato is celebrating Juneteenth on June 19, 2024. Greater Mankato Diversity Council Director Mo Alsadig talks about the event with the theme "Black History = American History". For details, see www.mankatodiversity.org/By KMSU