Students across the United States are frequently taught about the history of racial inequality embedded in the nation. However, there still remain many stories surrounding this dark topic that go untold. America's past of eugenics and forced sterilization has affected thousands of African women for over several decades. Its consequences still linger even today, but why is this important?
This podcast is about how students are affected by school funding, especially children who come from low-income homes. Interviewees give their opinions on how they believe funding affects students.
Frequent moves can make school life challenging, especially for military kids. In this episode, we explore how the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children (MIC3) ensures fair treatment for military students, helping them transition smoothly between schools. Through personal interviews and real experiences, we discuss the mental, social, and academic struggles of relocating—both for military and non-military students. Should MIC3 protections extend to all kids facing frequent moves? Tune in as we uncover the challenges, solutions, and the need for broader support in education.
The great basketball star Lusia Harris-Stewart, born inMinter City, Mississippi, was the first woman ever to be drafted into the NBA by the New Orleans Jazz in 1977. However, she declined the offer in hopes of starting afamily. Her accomplishments include holding every Delta State basketball record, shooting and making the first shot in the Olympics for women’s basketball, and being the first African American female college player inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame in 1992. Lusia Harris shows that it's not where you come from, but where you go.
In the early 2000s, the American catfish industry was at a crossroads. Southeast Asian products were outcompeting domestic fish, and the industry faced an identity crisis.What was the industry's plan to revive the U.S. catfish industry? Mississippi.
"Catfish Kingdom: The Rise and Reinvention of Catfish in Mississippi" follows the story of the fish from humble beginnings to becoming an aquaculture powerhouse. Written and produced by Walt Giesen and Andrew Meng, "Catfish Kingdom" explores the economic and cultural impact catfish has had on Mississippi, illuminating a surprising chapter in agricultural history.
Pornography is addictive for many. Through a law regulating minors' online viewership for sexual content, Mississippi legislators believed they helped; however, this ban had a major impact on public libraries. In this episode, Alonso Bocanegra interviews several Mississippians to uncover the concerns behind this controversy. Podcast produced by Srujan Chinnapureddy.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program–SNAP– is the food stamp program used nationwide. For over 75 years, SNAP has ensured that American families have nutritious food on their tables. What if we told you that SNAP could do so much more? Many other states have realized the untapped potential of the SNAP program to not only alleviate the public health crisis but also to support local economies. Join us as we dive into the advantages and challenges of making SNAP benefits redeemable at farmers’ markets in Mississippi, and explore how this shift could reshape our communities as we know them, making them healthier and stronger.
In this episode, Dawson Brewer tells the story of Ovett, Mississippi — a town once built around a busy sawmill. Through heartfelt interviews with his grandmother and a longtime family friend, we hear what life was like back then, and how everything changed when the mill shut down. It wasn’t just jobs that disappeared; it was the heart of the town too. Dawson’s guests share memories of a community struggling to hold on. Even now, with empty streets and fewer families, there’s still hope. Their stories remind us that even after deep loss, a town’s spirit doesn’t fade easily.
This episode of Real Mississippi discusses the challengesLatino students face in Mississippi, including language barriers, economic hardships, and cultural pressures. The episode also highlights the lack of resources for primary education while emphasizing the benefits seen with higher education programs in community colleges. Despite these efforts, there is still a great divide between the Latino community and academic success.
Mississippi’s history of religious segregation actively harms the state’s future. Most Christian African Americans and white Americans attend congregations of the same race. This prevents the valuable exchange of cultural knowledge needed to succeed in a diverse society. For a better future, Mississippi’s people must acknowledge a past of prejudice, and move forward as a unified church. We decided to interview a handful of MSMS’s student’s and faculty from all different backgrounds to gauge the movement of Mississippi’s churches towards diversity.
Holly Springs, Mississippi, was once a bustling hub of the cotton trade, but after years of neglect, the town is faced with an aging and unreliable power grid which frequently causes outages and is easily shut down by natural disasters. Despite widespread outcry from residents and state officials, the town’s leadership has failed to resolve the crisis by dodging questions and help from the Mississippi Public Service Commission.
In this episode of Real Mississippi, we delve into the systemic health inequities affecting Mississippi. We investigate how poverty, limited healthcare access, and racial disparities contribute to the state’s poor health outcomes. Through interviews with experts like Dr. Torrance Green and Dr. Julius Kato, we uncover how policy decisions, such as the refusal to expand Medicaid, have exacerbated these challenges. Byhighlighting real-life stories and expert insights, the podcast offers actionable solutions including Medicaid expansion, investment in rural healthcare, and community-driven public health initiatives. Ultimately, the episode advocates for urgent, systemic reforms to ensure a healthier, more equitable future for all Mississippians.
With over 90% of Americans listening to music via a music streaming service, music has a wide impact on us, and it’s important to understand why and how. "Music’s Effect on Us" is a student podcast discussing the effects of listening to music, specifically how music can be used as a coping mechanism, as well as creating said music, and how the emotions a genre evokes can change over time.
This podcast, written by Jayden Wagner and produced by Shaw Prewitt, discusses the benefits of organized sports for communities, for individuals' mental health and self-esteem, and as a catapult to university.
In this podcast I’ll discuss how tipping is viewed, interviewing servers about their personal experiences. I will suggest ways to make the issue on tipping better.
In "Beyond the Plate," we dig into what’s really going on with food in Mississippi, from the rise of ultra-processed foods to struggling small farmers. Are community driven solutions and policy changes even possible? Come with us as we dive into the world of food, culture and sustainability, and how we can work to build a healthier future for Mississippi. Its rich culinary heritage and the comfort of Southern cooking, however, often hide a more serious crisis of food insecurity, poor health, and environmental problems in agriculture.
Imagine a child sitting in class, but their mind is elsewhere—haunted by the violence they experience daily. In Jackson, Mississippi, this is a reality for many kids, and it’s affecting their ability to learn, grow, and dream. But what if we could change that? What if, together, we could create a community where kids are safe, supported, and free to reach their full potential? This episode dives deep into how violence impacts children, how that affects their future, and what we can do to break the cycle. Tune in to learn how we can help them build a brighter future.
“How Activities Help Heal the Mind” is an episode on ways to improve mental health without using medication. In the episode, we talk about ways people were able to feel better from doing activities such as working out, going on walks, and just forgetting about it. Our goal is to focus on approaches that have worked for people and share those solutions with others who struggle with their mental health. If you want a non-medicated way to take of your mental health, this episode is for you.
During this podcast, we explore the significant impact language barriers have on the healthcare system. Through a personal account of an individual affected by these barriers and insights from healthcare professionals, we explore the challenges that arise when inefficient communication causes misunderstandings. Although overcoming language barriers is not an immediate fix, we discuss practical solutions and strategies that could improve patient care and also make healthcare more accessible to everyone.
Young student and martial artist Enoch Clardy examines whether Mixed Martial Arts can benefit Mississippi. He interviews Noel McMichael, a world champion and 24-time national taekwondo champion and jiu-jitsu promoter, alongside his best friend and wrestling teammate, Jayden Wagner. Together, they discuss the personal impact MMA has had on their lives and explore how the sport could contribute to Mississippi’s communities through discipline, opportunity, and growth.