Best WSUM Podcasts (2024)

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May 2, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:04

18d ago2:04

2:04

In the news today: Pro-Palestine protest organizers met with members of UW administration this morning. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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Talk to me, Minnesota 56:51

3h ago56:51

56:51

The squad breaks down their favorite moments of Her Take and previews what they are looking forward to most this upcoming summer. Kate is happy about Minnesota’s recent team success, while the crew breaks down Dollar Dog Night at the ballpark. Hot Takes and Love to See it.By WSUM

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Olympic Smackdown 54:50

9h ago54:50

54:50

The Her Take Crew gets into a wild debate on which Olympics reign supreme: Summer or Winter Olympics. The squad also looks into the new Northwoods League Softball team names and baseball alternate uniforms. Hot Takes and Love to See it.By WSUM

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Aims of higher education and the role of educators in executing those aims 1:19:07

8d ago1:19:07

1:19:07

In this episode, Jonathan, Gabe and Ria sit down to discuss what the aim of higher education should be; a conversation based on their experience as college students, time as MJLC study group members, a shared class: Philosophy 557 Justice in Higher Education and the paper “Only Connect… The Goals of a Liberal Education” by William Cronon. The round…

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Literature and Social Justice: An Interview with Fawzy Taylor 37:35

3h ago37:35

37:35

WSUM Talk Director and MJLC member Ray Kirsch and fellow MJLC member Quinn Henneger interview Fawzy Taylor, the social media and marketing director of A Room of One's Own Bookstore. The bookstore is a queer and transgender owned, feminist bookstore in Madison, WI. In this interview, Ray and Quinn interview Fawzy about their involvement at Room, the…

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Flipping the Script (Jeb Interviews Oliver) 48:40

8h ago48:40

48:40

For the last You Seem Exceptional of the semester, we decided to switch things around and have our host Jeb interview fellow host Oliver. We discuss Chicago and deep dish pizza, Scouts and camping, storytelling and college journalism and Oliver's dog Wilbur.By WSUM

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Non-Sports Takes, Wild Moments in Sports History, Sports Ratings Game 1:47:07

1d ago1:47:07

1:47:07

A two-hour, Alex-less show with a rotating crew discusses important topics such as running in public, the 1998 cycling doping scandal and the biggest blowout in the history of football. Also, the panel plays a game which analyzes the strangest online reviews of sports stadiums, video games and TV shows.…

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Playoff Talk 54:57

4d ago54:57

54:57

The Her Take crew (with special guest Anthony Winker) break down the upcoming NBA playoffs and discuss which playoff format is the best in all of sports. Hot Takes and Love to See it.By WSUM

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Milwaukee Bucks, NFL Draft, NBA Playoffs 50:02

19d ago50:02

50:02

Alex and Vince talk about their favorite underrated NBA player and vent some frustration on NBA media coverage. The pair also discuss the difficulties of analyzing the NFL Draft and how the NBA's youth movement is putting the pressure on the game's aging stars.By WSUM

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May 1, 2024 Daily Newscast 5:02

19d ago5:02

5:02

In the news today: Police dismantled the Gaza solidarity encampments on Library Mall and the suspect in the Mt. Horeb active shooter threat is announced dead and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces backlash for killing her dog. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 F…

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April 30, 2024 Daily Newscast 1:25

8d ago1:25

1:25

In the news today: The Gaza solidarity encampment on Library Mall is still going strong. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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April 29, 2024 Daily Newscast 6:37

21d ago6:37

6:37

In the news today: Students for Justice in Palestine organize a protest on Library Mall and the CDC finds cases of HIV contraction linked to an unlicensed spa. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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Representative Francesca Hong 28:35

7d ago28:35

28:35

News Director Heewone Lim, Talk Director Ray Kirsch and reporter Kayla Dembeic speak with 76th Assembly District Representative Hong about her time in food service and politics and her hopes for future generations. Originally aired 4/28/2024By WSUM

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Russia Talk with Professor Yoshiko Herrera 48:46

17d ago48:46

48:46

This week, our guest is Yoshiko Herrera, our Political Science Professor in our class, Political Science 344: The Russian War On Ukraine: Causes and Consequences. We discuss the Russian Invasion of Ukraine, the classes Professor Herrera teaches, Professor Herrera's experiences as an academic in a field suddenly thrust into extreme global relevance,…

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April 25, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:00

25d ago2:00

2:00

In the news today: The University of Southern California cancels their main stage graduation ceremony, citing concerns about ongoing campus protests against the Israel-Palestine war. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org…

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Milwaukee Bucks, NBA Playoffs, NFL Draft 53:38

26d ago53:38

53:38

Alex and Vince discuss how the Pacers have feasted on the Giannis-less Bucks, pick out what stars are under the most pressure this playoffs and make their NFL Draft predictions.By WSUM

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Learning to Yodel with Nate Gibson 54:41

17d ago54:41

54:41

This week, our guest is Nate Gibson, an ethnomusicologist currently working as an archivist and lecturer at UW-Madison. Nate teaches us to yodel, and we discuss the history of yodeling, Nate's experiences meeting legendary yodelers, the three wise kings, Nate's dog Lola, pirate jokes and hodag culture. Catch You Seem Exceptional Live at 4PM every T…

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April 24, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:53

26d ago2:53

2:53

In the news today: Argentinian students protest higher public education budget cuts and President Joe Biden passes an aid package. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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April 23, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:45

27d ago2:45

2:45

In the news today: Chancellor Mnookin sits down with student news outlets and the FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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ASM Passes Police Advisory Committee Legislation 25:11

25d ago25:11

25:11

News Director Heewone Lim and ASM Anti-Violence Coordinator Landis Varughese discuss the Police Advisory Committee (PAC). Originally aired 4/21/2024By WSUM

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April 22, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:14

16d ago2:14

2:14

In the news today: the Dean of UW’s College of Engineering steps down and Governor Evers signs an order in honor of Earth Day. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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Wisconsin Softball, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA Playoffs 51:34

18d ago51:34

51:34

Alex, Vince and guest host Jack break down the In-Season Tournament and give their predictions for Bucks vs pacers. The trio also unveil their NBA Playoff brackets and give an analysis on the future of... golf?By WSUM

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April 18, 2024 Daily Newscast 3:09

20d ago3:09

3:09

In the news today: 12 jurors have been selected for Trump’s hush money trial and the US and UK place sanctions on Iran. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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Love, Heewone 33:50

1M ago33:50

33:50

Heewone revists some old letters from the pandemic.By WSUM

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Dirty Soda Chains 53:56

18d ago53:56

53:56

The Her Take Crew discusses the WNBA draft, USA Hockey and Utah dirty soda chains. Hot Takes and Love to See it.By WSUM

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"Not the saddest thing in the world" 33:50

18d ago33:50

33:50

Heewone discusses high school and reads an Ada Limon poem this week.By WSUM

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April 17, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:56

21d ago2:56

2:56

In the news today: the Senate dismisses impeachment charges against Mayorkas and President Biden calls for steel tariffs. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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April 15, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:17

1M ago2:17

2:17

In the news today: Gov. Tony Evers and the Legislature can’t seem to agree on how to combat PFAS. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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Jamie Perez 40:49

29d ago40:49

40:49

This week, Oliver's guest is Jamie Perez, a local entrepreneur and the owner of Beyond Words Productions. We discuss storytelling, being an entrepreneur, working as a multimedia journalist, the transition between the two and the value of storytelling to the companies that she works with. Catch You Seem Exceptional Live at 4PM every Tuesday on WSUM …

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So What's Up With Coachella? 37:26

1M ago37:26

37:26

News Director Heewone Lim, Talk Director Ray Kirsch and reporter Kayla Dembeic discuss the musical festival Coachella in years past and in 2024. Originally aired 4/14/2024By WSUM

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April 15, 2024 Daily Newscast 5:24

23d ago5:24

5:24

In the news today: State Supreme Court Justice Ann Walsh Bradley declines to run for another term and UWPD will offer free repair vouchers to drivers. Paige Stevenson has the story. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org…

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JoJo Siwa's Rebrand 24:25

1M ago24:25

24:25

Hosts Ray Kirsch and Kayla Dembiec alongside guests Ian, Vince and Molly discuss JoJo Siwa's new song "KARMA." They discuss the rebrand, the music video and more.By WSUM

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Busted brackets 52:04

26d ago52:04

52:04

The Her Take crew is back from spring break and joined by special guests David and Jasper. We break down the last two weeks of the NCAA basketball tournaments, including Iowa-LSU’s record-breaking viewership from Monday. Hot Takes and Love to See it.By WSUM

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April 11, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:37

27d ago2:37

2:37

In the news today: The new MMSD superintendent, Joe Gothard, visits staff and students and OJ Simpson announced dead. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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Champ week and MLB! 55:54

27d ago55:54

55:54

The Her Take crew breaks down the Men’s and Women’s NCAA Final Fours! We also take a look at the MLB’s start, including the Padres crazy comeback over the Cubs earlier this week. Hot Takes and Love to See it.By WSUM

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April 10, 2024 Daily Newscast 3:09

1M ago3:09

3:09

In the news today: New York City launches a campaign to sterilize rats and Sauk Prairie Healthcare Foundation offers free mental health training resources. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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Science Communicator Caitlin Looby 36:41

28d ago36:41

36:41

This week, our guest is Science Communicator Caitlin Looby, the Great Lakes reporter at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. We discuss Caitlin's 13 years researching the effects of climate change on soil microbes, her transition from science research to science journalism, her enthusiasm for camping and the outdoors and her canine camping companion Ode…

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April 9, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:41

29d ago2:41

2:41

In the news today: The Arizona State Supreme Court reinstates a near-total abortion ban and the EPA limits toxic pollution from chemical plants. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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April 8, 2024 Daily Newscast 4:28

1M ago4:28

4:28

In the news today: President Biden pays a visit to Madison and schools across Wisconsin are now required to teach Asian American and Hmong history. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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Cooperative Housing 32:35

30d ago32:35

32:35

News Director Heewone Lim and Nottingham Cooperative resident Quinn Henneger discuss cooperative housing, Quinn-ola and taxidermy. Originally aired 4/7/2024By WSUM

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Breaking down the brackets 55:15

1M ago55:15

55:15

The Her Take Crew is staying up to date with all of the NCAA March Madness games taking place. We break down what’s been happening across basketball and hockey during the postseason. Hot Takes and Love to See it.By WSUM

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(Not) April Fools with the Girls 42:27

1M ago42:27

42:27

Welcome back from break! Join Dani and Cam for their lively discussion about the chaos of March Madness and the excitement of the upcoming NFL draft. From buzzer-beaters to bracket busters, they'll break down all the thrilling moments from the NCAA tournament and dive into their predictions for the top picks in the NFL draft. Whether you're a die-h…

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Wisconsin Sports Wrap-up, Baseball Bold Predictions, NBA Rankings 53:02

1M ago53:02

53:02

Alex and Vince talk baseball before giving their final updates on Wisconsin basketball and hockey. The pair also attempt to explain the silliness of NBA seeding by ranking teams based on title chances.By WSUM

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April 4, 2024 Daily Newscast 2:07

1M ago2:07

2:07

In the news today: in-state tuition will increase at a few UW System schools and President Biden urges Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to protect civilians in Gaza. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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April 3, 2024 Daily Newscast 3:32

1M ago3:32

3:32

In the news today: Joe Parisi steps down as Dane County executive and a powerful; earthquake devastates Taiwan. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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Master of Fine Arts Candidate Tamara McLean 31:20

1M ago31:20

31:20

This week, our guest is MFA Candidate Tamara McLean, a graduate student and lecturer at the University of Wisconsin—Madison. We discuss her experiences with making art in augmented reality, her work as an instructor over the last 6 years, her research into the views of female graphic designers and cat naming privileges. Catch You Seem Exceptional L…

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April 2, 2024 Daily Newscast 1:30

1M ago1:30

1:30

In the news today: the cost of college is soaring nationwide. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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April 1, 2024 Daily Newscast 4:29

1M ago4:29

4:29

In the news today: a new exhibit opens at the Wisconsin Historical Society and Meta’s oversight board seeks to lift a ban. Hosted by News Director Heewone Lim, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.orgBy WSUM

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(NFL) Free Agency with the Girls 46:54

1M ago46:54

46:54

Get ready for an action-packed episode as Dani and Cam dive deep into the whirlwind world of NFL free agency! Listen as they break down the biggest signings, trades and surprises from around the league. From star quarterbacks changing teams to blockbuster deals that shake up divisions, Dani and Cam ham all the latest updates and analysis you need t…

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Wisconsin Sports, F1, March Madness 54:12

2M ago54:12

54:12

Alex and Vince discuss how broken F1 is, how Wisconsin Basketball will fare in March Madness and who will create the biggest upsets in round one of the tournament.By WSUM

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