Comm in Ten: Advocacy With a Maverick Voice
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Maddie Hagan is a UNO student who does not just study communication. She uses it. In this episode, Maddie shares how her lived experience shaped her mission to advocate for youth and push for real change in the systems meant to protect young people. We talk about storytelling that carries responsibility and public speaking that comes from the heart. Maddie has spoken at conferences, testified in support of policy reform, and worked with communities to lift up voices that she says are too often ignored. Watch on YouTube, listen wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe for new episodes...
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Comm in Ten: Building Ideas Brick by Brick
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What do Legos have to do with communication? More than you might expect. In this episode, Dr. Nicky Bi joins the hosts to talk about creativity, problem solving, and what we learn when we stop taking ourselves so seriously. Nicky is an associate professor of public relations and advertising in the UNO School of Communication. Her work explores strategic communication, brand activism, and health communication, including how AI is changing the way we connect. She also brings real-world experience from her years in marketing and public relations in Hong Kong. Watch on YouTube, listen wherever you...
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Comm in Ten: Finding Your Voice in Public Radio
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Comm in Ten is the official podcast of the School of Communication at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. At the heart of Comm in Ten is a belief rooted in journalism: that every person carries something singular and worth hearing. In this episode, Gabriel Escalera, a former JMC student and national radio award winner now at KVNO, reflects on the experiences that helped him find his voice in public radio. He talks about what it means to serve a community through storytelling and how the work becomes more meaningful when you learn to listen, connect, and show up with intention. Hosted by...
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Comm in Ten: Episode 1 So… How Did You End Up Here?
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Welcome to Comm in Ten, the official podcast of the UNO School of Communication. Think of it as ten minutes of real conversation with the people who make this place what it is. Hosted by Dr. Heather Hundley, Director of the School of Communication, Dr. Adam Tyma, GTA Coordinator and Professor of Communication Studies, and Jodeane Brownlee, Lecturer and General Manager of MavRadio.FM, each episode is built around one simple idea: everybody has one thing. One story, one moment, one weird path, one passion, one truth that makes us who we are. We talk with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and...
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Haunted Heartland 2025
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Experience the ghosts, legends, and lore of Nebraska in Haunted Heartland 2025, a two-hour live broadcast from MavRadio.FM and the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Student storytellers share original features of mystery, faith, and fear from across the Midwest, blending sound, spirit, and storytelling in one unforgettable Halloween tradition.
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MavRadio.FM, Wear Black, Give Back: Tyler Anthony Finds His Voice in Country Music
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Join MavRadio.FM host Bayleigh Koch for an inspiring and down-to-earth conversation with Nebraska country artist Tyler Anthony. In this special “Wear Black, Give Back” episode, Tyler opens up about his journey from college dropout to full-time musician, the role family and faith play in his career, and the stories behind his heartfelt songs, including his original track “Wicked Ways,” written just days before his wedding. Plus, hear exclusive live performances straight from the MavRadio studio and find out what’s next for this rising artist as he prepares for a new album...
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Behind the Mic with Hoss Michaels: The Heart of Country Radio
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MavRadio’s Katie Klemmensen sits down with Hoss Michaels, the #1 Midday Drive host on KAT 103.7, to talk about his journey through the ever-changing world of radio. From his humble beginnings to becoming one of Nebraska’s most recognized voices, Hoss shares insights on the future of the medium, the importance of connecting with listeners, and what makes country radio thrive. They also discuss KAT 103.7’s Nebraska Broadcasters Association Pinnacle Award for Best Radio Station and the station’s support of community events like Wear Black, Give Back. Listen in for a candid, inspiring...
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Culture Shock with Luke Schweiss
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We’re gonna need a bigger boat! We’ll be discussing the history of the blockbuster for this episode. We’ll be going through what the term meant originally, what it means today, and how the blockbuster movie has evolved throughout Hollywood in the past 50 years. Who are the most influential figures associated with the term and what does the term mean today in the context of streaming movies? Let's dive in.
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Behind the Jersey; Episode 3: Relationships and Friend Groups with Morgann Gardner
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In this episode, I open up about how relationships and friendships shift once the game is over. From teammates who became family to the challenge of maintaining connections off the court, I talk about what’s changed and what hasn’t since stepping away from college basketball. I will also dive into how I’m building new friendships, navigating dating, and figuring out who’s really in my corner. If you’re adjusting to life beyond a team or reevaluating your social circle, this one’s for you.
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Pack Your Bags, We’re Leaving! with Denise Valdez-Alvarez
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Welcome back to Pack Your Bags, We’re Leaving! This episode is all about the real tips, honest recommendations, and lessons learned through our study abroad process. No guests are physically here with me today, but you’ll be able to hear the voices of the friends I’ve made abroad that I talk about in my previous episodes. So, stick around because you won’t want to miss this!
info_outlineWelcome to Comm in Ten, the official podcast of the UNO School of Communication. Think of it as ten minutes of real conversation with the people who make this place what it is.
Hosted by Dr. Heather Hundley, Director of the School of Communication, Dr. Adam Tyma, GTA Coordinator and Professor of Communication Studies, and Jodeane Brownlee, Lecturer and General Manager of MavRadio.FM, each episode is built around one simple idea: everybody has one thing. One story, one moment, one weird path, one passion, one truth that makes us who we are.
We talk with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and emeriti about the human side of their work and the parts of their lives you do not see on a bio page. It is smart, funny, and sometimes unexpectedly meaningful. New episodes drop every other Tuesday. Watch on YouTube, listen wherever you get podcasts and hit subscribe.