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Conversations about stories that matter from the University of Montana and beyond. New episodes release every other Monday. A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

  1. FEB 19

    40 performances of love

    The song “Hey Baby” was performed in University of Montana classrooms 40 times through “Singing Valentines” to help fundraise for the National Association for Music Education. Students played instruments and sang to deliver love to students and professors for Valentine's Day.   Episode by Grace Golbach / Montana Kaimin   Full transcripts of this episode and all others are available online at www.montanakaimin.com/the_kaimin_cast/ Questions? Comments? Email us at editor@montanakaimin.com A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, the University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

    7 min

  2. FEB 5

    What no snow means for Earth and for Missoulians

    When looking outside this winter, the mountains have turned white, but the valley has remained brown and barren of snow. The Southcoast cities are building snowmen, and the mountain towns are wearing sweatshirts. Climate patterns are changing, but what does this mean?   Episode by Grace Golbach / Montana Kaimin    Full transcripts of this episode and all others are available online at www.montanakaimin.com/the_kaimin_cast/ Questions? Comments? Email us at editor@montanakaimin.com A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, the University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

    10 min

  3. 11/27/2025

    Bulking and training trends: Powerlifting on campus

    Montana winters are brisk, giving UM athletes an excuse to put on some extra weight. As fat levels increase, so does the athlete's strength. Heavy lifting has risks of generating injury. UM athletes debate the best training practices for gaining weight.  Episode by Sam Armstrong / Montana Kaimin Full transcripts of this episode and all others are available online at www.montanakaimin.com/the_kaimin_cast/ Questions? Comments? Email us at editor@montanakaimin.com A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, the University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

    17 min

  4. 11/13/2025

    Misophonia: More than meets the ear

    Almost everybody has sounds that annoy them. But when these sounds become more than just an annoyance, it is a syndrome known as misophonia. Recent studies suggest that there may be more to misophonia than just the auditory element. Is misophonia just an aversion to certain sounds, or is there more to it than meets the ear? Episode by Weston Fudge / Montana Kaimin  Full transcripts of this episode and all others are available online at www.montanakaimin.com/the_kaimin_cast/ Questions? Comments? Email us at editor@montanakaimin.com A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, the University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

    16 min

  5. 10/30/2025

    Join the “Herd”: Building connection through anonymity

    The University of Montana has a “herd.” Students across campus are posting on the anonymous social media platform YikYak, where they share questions, thoughts, memes and complaints. It’s an app to share what’s on your mind, but do people share too much? As more students join and engage anonymously, solidarity is growing, but there are negatives among the positives.   Episode by Grace Golbach / Montana Kaimin Full transcripts of this episode and all others are available online at www.montanakaimin.com/the_kaimin_cast/ Questions? Comments? Email us at editor@montanakaimin.com A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, the University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

    17 min

  6. 10/03/2025

    The Clark Fork conundrum: Balancing recreation and conservation

    The Clark Fork River could be described as the flowing heart of Missoula, but are we loving it to death? The Clark Fork River Access and Restoration project aims to restore eroding riverbanks by reinforcing access points.These new access points will better withstand foot traffic and reduce impact on the environment simultaneously.   Episode by Weston Fudge / Montana Kaimin   Full transcripts of this episode and all others are available online at www.montanakaimin.com/the_kaimin_cast/ Questions? Comments? Email us at editor@montanakaimin.com A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, the University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

    14 min

  7. 09/18/2025

    The Ozempic Era: Body image in the age of GLP-1s

    The use of Ozempic has exploded in recent years as celebrities and professional athletes continue to endorse it on social media as a practical and easily accessible weight loss drug. Ozempic, initially prescribed as a drug to treat diabetes, became popular after doctors discovered its side effect of weight loss.   Episode by Madelynn Pandis / Montana Kaimin      Full transcripts of this episode and all others are available online at www.montanakaimin.com/the_kaimin_cast/ Questions? Comments? Email us at editor@montanakaimin.com A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, the University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

    17 min

  8. 09/02/2025

    Confessions of a college town: Roommate horror story

    Missoula is a college town, home to thousands of student renters and roommates, but not all roommate pairings end well. From property damage to physical fights to mysterious beta fish deaths, bad roommate experiences create long lasting stories, and not the kind you want to be making in college. This week's podcast covers some of the most unforgettable and unpleasant roommate stories of Missoula.  Episode by Madelynn Pandis / Montana Kaimin Full transcripts of this episode and all others are available online at www.montanakaimin.com/the_kaimin_cast/ Questions? Comments? Email us at editor@montanakaimin.com A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, the University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

    23 min
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Conversations about stories that matter from the University of Montana and beyond. New episodes release every other Monday. A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.

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  • Creator
    Montana Kaimin
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The Kaimin Cast