MavRadio.FM Podcast

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.     

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.

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!

The season finale of Myah Off the Bench is here! Myah recaps the NHL playoffs through Round 2, pays tribute to Marc-André Fleury's legendary career, breaks down transfer portal chaos in NCAA hockey, and dives into a wild Clark Cup Final in the USHL. Plus—yes, she owns up to a few playoff predictions gone wrong. 

Explore the evolution of voice assistants, from Siri's launch to the power of Large Language Models. I break down how early assistants worked, their limitations, and how LLMs are bringing in a new era of conversational assistants.

In this episode, Bayleigh opens up about the reality behind picture-perfect friend groups often portrayed in the media. From "Sex and the City" brunch squads to tight-knit trios that fall apart, she shares the real struggles of navigating friendship, loneliness, and growing pains—both in the past and now. She dives into her own experiences: messy fallouts, being left out, and the feeling that maybe she was the problem. But through that, Bayleigh learned how to enjoy solitude, build meaningful one-on-one connections, and appreciate the “mod podge” of people who truly show up. If you've ever felt like the only one without a girl gang or are trying to make peace with being in your own lane—this one's for you.  

Episode Title: Learning Through Experience – Bringing the Brand to Life In Episode 2 of Learning Through Experience, we move past the branding talk and into real-world execution—where your vision takes shape. Juan Salazar walks you through his hands-on journey of bringing a brand to life, from early sketches and design tools to sourcing materials, building prototypes, and exploring production options that actually work. Whether you're in the early grind or looking to scale your fashion or creative brand, this episode offers practical insights, honest lessons, and the mindset needed to turn ideas into reality.

Episode Title: Life After the Game – Mental Health, Body Image & the Athlete Identity In this episode, we tackle a powerful and often unspoken challenge faced by many former athletes: the mental health and body image struggles that can emerge after stepping away from competitive sports. I dive into how the transition out of peak physical condition can impact self-worth, and how social media often fuels body dysmorphia by promoting unrealistic expectations and idealized identities. We'll also look at real perspectives from online communities and how digital personas can both reflect and reinforce these struggles. This conversation is for anyone navigating life after sport—and trying to find peace in a new version of themselves.  

In this episode, we break down some of the biggest headlines shaking up the hockey world. Alexander Ovechkin makes NHL history, becoming the all-time leading goal scorer just as the Stanley Cup Finals heat up. Meanwhile, Western Michigan stuns the college hockey scene, the transfer portal opens wide, and chaos unfolds as the USHL Clark Cup Playoffs hit full speed. From pro legends to future stars, we've got it all covered—right here, right now. Tune in for hot takes, hockey insights, and updates you don't want to miss.

In this episode of Culture Shock, we dive into the world of period pieces and explore their lasting impact on Hollywood filmmaking. What exactly defines a period piece? Which genres embrace it most? And how has its portrayal evolved throughout cinematic history? From lavish costumes to timeless themes, we unpack why this style of storytelling continues to resonate with audiences and stand the test of time. Whether you're a film buff or just curious about how history meets the screen, this episode offers insight, context, and plenty of examples to explore one of Hollywood's most enduring formats.

Hosted by Juliette Eckler and Lexi Montoya, Designated Yappers brings fresh, unapologetic energy to the world of sports—with a spotlight on baseball, Omaha athletics, and the rising voice of women in the sports industry. In this episode, Juliette and Lexi break down the heart of the baseball season, diving into how conference play is shaping up and what's making headlines on and off the field. From standout performances to the quirkiest ballpark eats, they cover it all with wit and passion. Tune in for insider takes, local love, and the perspective of two women changing the conversation in sports media—one inning at a time.  

In this episode, we're shifting gears from lighthearted storytelling to something much deeper and more personal. I'm opening up about what it's really like to live with the loss of a parent—something I've talked about before, but a topic that deserves continued attention. Grief isn't a one-time experience, and every time I revisit it, new layers come to the surface. We'll talk about the awkwardness that comes with navigating conversations around death, the unexpected jealousy that can arise, the slow and non-linear process of grieving, and how many more holidays, moments, and days are affected than people might think. This is just the beginning of an ongoing conversation, and I hope it brings comfort, connection, or even just a sense of being seen to those who need it.

Welcome back to Pack Your Bags, We're Leaving! In this episode, I'm joined by my best friend to share a story from our time studying abroad that still has us questioning a series of unexpected encounters with a woman we met. From meeting “The Lady” on campus, to multiple attempts at hanging out, it became clear that things were not what they seemed.

Remember VHS tapes? This episode dives into the evolution of home movie watching, from the revolutionary VHS to the compact DVD and high-capacity Blu-ray. We break down how these disc technologies work and make the case that despite the convenience of streaming, physical media offers superior quality and true ownership that streaming services simply can't match. Is streaming really a step forward, or have we lost something valuable in the quest for convenience? Tune in to find out why discs might still be the best way to watch.

Trading Card Game enthusiast and former collegiate Valorant player Dylan Hudkins tells stories of his time competing in tournaments for card and video games. In this episode, he talks about a recent trip he had to Oklahoma City for a Yu-Gi-Oh regional tournament.

2025 Oscar Ratings and Relevancy Episode Description: In the first episode of Culture Shock, we'll be discussing the overall cultural relevance of the Oscars and how that is reflected in the declining ratings of the award ceremony over the past decade. We'll also touch on how the landscape of Hollywood and audience digestion of new movies has changed.  

In this episode, I reflect on the bittersweet end of my college basketball career. After a tough final game, the emotions didn't hit me right away, but when they did, they hit hard. I'll share what life looks like now, how my daily routine has changed, and why I'm busier than ever. Plus, a glimpse into my next chapter, including new habits and personal growth. If you're an athlete navigating life after sports or someone facing a big transition, this episode is for you. 

Join Bayleigh Koch for a story about her horror story about wisdom teeth! She will share the unexpected complications and chaotic moments after the surgery, along with how other people's experiences were a breeze compared to hers. She will also give tips for preparing for wisdom teeth removal.

In this episode of Myah Off The Bench, we break down a wild NHL trade deadline — including the Avalanche loading up and the Bruins having a full-on fire sale. We dive into the NCAA tournament field, Frozen Faceoff fallout, and top Hobey Baker candidates. Then, we head to the USHL for a wild Clark Cup race, NHL Draft prospect watch, and yes… the Omaha meltdown. All that, plus hot takes, stats, and a little bit of chaos.

In this episode of MavRadio Podcasts MavRadio's Katie Klemmensen talks with Tim Roper, co-writer and co-producer of the documentary For the Living. What began as a simple documentary about a symbolic bike ride from Auschwitz became a deep, global conversation about empathy, history, and the patterns of human behavior that continue to fuel injustice. In this interview, Roper reflects on the research, emotional weight, and societal implications behind the film—along with a call to action for students and storytellers alike.

MavRadio Digital Director Katie K. of MavRadio.FM sits down with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter John Ondrasik, also known as Five for Fighting, ahead of his April 26 performance at The Admiral in Omaha.

This is the climate of the video game Suzerain, a interactive visual novel. It the story you take the role of Anton Rayne, 4th President of Sordland, and you must navigate the ongoing crises in the country. This point of the game is when your main geopolitical rival Rumberg starts mobilizing for war and the player must formulate a strategy to face this existential threat. All of the writing is pulled from the game Suzerain.

A frustrated young teacher impulsively tries to rob a bank only to realize through a chance encounter with a former student that what she truly needs is a shift in perspective, not money.

This is an audio adaption of A Visit from St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore by Mare Pritchard for academic intent for All About Audio Fall 2024. Voice Narration is done by Mare Pritchard

An adaptation of The Three Little Pigs by James Halliwell-Phillipps featuring the vocal talents of Isaac Nielsen. 

This is an audio adaptation of The Three Spinners, a fairytale by the Brothers Grimm, by Bayleigh Koch for academic intent for All About Audio Fall 2024. This was a fun, lighthearted story compared to other publications in The Brothers Grimm.

In this chilling audio drama, Agent Daniel Pryce recounts the most haunting night of his career at the NORAD command center. What begins as a strange signal quickly spirals into an encounter with something far beyond Earth—an unknown presence watching, probing, and leaving a terrifying warning. Featuring immersive sound design and a gripping narration, The Last Broadcast will leave listeners questioning what's out there… and what might already be here.

Oz: The Next Adventure An Adapation of The Wizard of Oz — By Avery Neneman

In this creative audio adaptation of The Princess and the Pea, a Katie Gomez reimagines the classic tale for audio.

With themes of nostalgia and fantasy, this original story by Abigail Gocek follows a young woman reminiscing on her childhood.

Based on a tale about a Christmas search, The Christmas Bell Mystery is a story by ReadTheTale, adapted by Ella Alberts. This Christmas storytale includes music and sound effects by Universal Production Music, as well as voice talents of Ella Alberts

OMAHA — Artists from one of network television's most widely watched reality shows are headlining in Omaha this December. Join "American Idol" Season 22 runner-up Will Moseley and Season 21 contestant Colin Stough for a special performance at Barnato in Village Pointe on Dec. 14 at 8 p.m. Reporter Katie Klemmensen talks with Will about his transition from sports to music and what he looks forward to in 2025.

This is an original story of what my morning bus rides tend to be like. I always listen to music on my twenty-minute bus ride to school, so I decided to incorporate around 30ish seconds of different songs to portray my playlist, full of different genres. I also hope it gives the feeling of time passing by. I did use three songs from mainstream artists, so I'll list their credits below. The rest of the music is from universal. J-Hope - 'on the street (with J.Cole)' RM - 'LOST!' ATEEZ - Ice On My Teeth

Join Myah French on a magical journey as she retells the timeless tale of Cinderella in a captivating, condensed format. In this enchanting episode, Myah weaves together the beloved elements of the classic story—an oppressed young woman, a pair of mischievous stepsisters, and a magical transformation—while offering fresh insights and a modern twist. Experience the power of kindness, resilience, and the belief in dreams as Myah brings to life the unforgettable moments of this fairytale. Perfect for listeners of all ages, "Cinderella" is a delightful reminder that true magic comes from within. Tune in and rediscover the wonder of Cinderella!

Based on an Aesop Fable, by Janet Stevens, voiced, sound effects produced and adapted by Juliette Eckler. In this  retelling, listeners will experience the classic story of a slow and steady tortoise challenging an overconfident hare to a race. With Juliette's storytelling and immersive soundscapes, you'll feel the excitement and tension of the competition while uncovering the timeless lesson that perseverance and humility often triumph over arrogance. 

Based on the Roman legend, read from Ducksters.com, adapted by Sam Eckler This story includes music from William Lyons sound effects and voice from Sam Eckler    

Another year of tales from the Heartland shares stories of our local hospitals, the Henry Doorly Zoo and even the effects of the season on our music and emotions.  Listen to your hosts and producer Juliette Eckler, Wyat Lehr and Riley McCall as well as our reporters for this once-a-year live event. 

In this episode of Don't Rush, Brian introduces us to Kaleb Vinson, a young man who, less than 2 months ago, was on the verge of playing semi-professional soccer and now is a sports bar manager. Kaleb talks about the emotional journey he's been on and gives us his advice on life and sports.    

In the third episode of Frame-by-Frame Connor, Cameron and Aaron watch and then discuss Christopher Nolan's 2011 film, Inception. Using their outline and criteria, they break down the story, score, cinematography, acting and "re-watchability."  The team starts with a few jokes, and then discuss how the acting affected the storyline. After that, the cinematography is dissected and the creative decisions and behind-the-scenes techniques used by the director are addressed. Third, Connor, Cameron and Aaron discuss the overall flow of the film. Fourth, the score's relationship to the movie often "makes or breaks" the emotion during particular parts of a fim. Where does Inception rank in this area? Finally, the word is "re-watchability." Is the movie good enough to watch again and how much does that matter? You'll have to listen to find out. 

They're Still Here is meant to be a podcast that strikes conversation about conservation. Hannah and Laila present research about a different species listed on the endangered species list in each episode. Each species deserves its own episode because each species is important. Learn how you can act and why it matters. Humans aren't the only species left on earth that deserve to be here. There are still millions of other creatures sharing this planet. They're Still Here. In this episode, Hannah and Laila talk about the Monarch Butterfly. They learn more than they thought they would about this extraordinary insect. Hannah talks about their miraculous journey they take each year, the limits of their reproduction, and even an IMPOSTER? Laila tells us about the ways gardening can save the population, how avocados can kill butterflies, and taking care of the little guy. The Monarch Butterfly is a beautiful species that is endangered and the population is falling drastically. Studies show that the population recorded in the last year is less than 50% of what it was the previous year. Learn how you can help and spread the word. If you have any questions, comments, or just want to chat, you can email Hannah and Laila at forestfriendsproduction@gmail.com Sources: https://wwf.ca/species/monarch-butterfly/Links to an external site. https://www.nps.gov/articles/monarch-butterfly.htmLinks to an external site. https://www.fws.gov/story/small-efforts-can-make-big-difference-monarchsLinks to an external site.  https://monarchjointventure.org/monarch-biology/threats/natural-enemiesLinks to an external site.  https://www.fs.usda.gov/wildflowers/pollinators/Monarch_Butterfly/migration/index.shtmlLinks to an external site.  https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories?species_id=monarch-butterflyLinks to an external site.  https://www.britannica.com/animal/monarch-butterflyLinks to an external site.  https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=23795#:~:text=By%20November%2C%20most%20are%20sheltering,about%20six%20to%20eight%20monthsLinks to an external site..  https://www.monarchwatch.org/migration/Links to an external site. 

Dive into the unique and adventurous world of the outdoors through Jake Mitzlaff's inspiring story. After he began feeling unsatisfied with his construction job in Omaha, Neb., Jake followed a mere dream he had always had and ventured into a whole new world when he decided to move to Idaho. Hear about the trials and tribulations Jake experienced in chasing his dream job, as well as the fulfilling success he found along the way. With many dreams yet to live, Jake is striving every day to gain experience, knowledge, and connections to help him tackle the adventures ahead of him. From horses to mules to bear and elk hunts, Jake shares the fascinating tales of a world less explored. Through his time in remote areas in Idaho, Jake has gained exorbitant amounts of knowledge and his passion for all things outdoors is contagious. Join your host, Mary, in exploring Jake's world and the challenges, successes, and lessons learned along the way. Find Jake on Instagram and TikTok @jakemitzlaff 

In this episode of “Emily's Stories Of Living In The Dark,” Emily talks with Alex France to discuss his vision loss and experiences as a blind person. Alex lives with a disease called Retinitis Pigmentosa, also known as R.P. Alex was born with this rare eye disease. Alex has had some challenges but has also had some great successes. This episode will provide details regarding R.P., what it is, and how it affects him. He also discusses his time running track and cross country, and his experience working for the Commission Of The Blind. It will also provide information regarding what the Commission is and contact information. We will also discuss how he has managed to overcome obstacles and how he has navigated such a visual world. These experiences have all contributed to making Alex the person he is today.   Statistics and more information regarding R.P. can be found at “Retinitis Pigmentosa” NationalEyeInstitute.gov.    

In its 13th year celebrating the planet earth MavRadio researchers explore how the region can better serve the space we share. This year, team of 15 reporters focus on topics ranging from the impact of community gardens, to living blind, to the benefits of Omaha's public transportation system.    This is our two hour special as we unveil tips for making the most of the 54th year of the global celebration we know as Earth Day.

Explore all aspects of the supernatural with your host, Madelyn Schmidt.

In this episode of “Emily's Stories of Living In The Dark”, Emily will take you on the journey of her life growing up as a blind person. A traumatic birth led to an eye condition called cortical visual impairment that took place at birth causing Emily to go blind. The optic nerve was severed during birth leading to this eye condition. Emily faced many challenges growing up as a blind individual. This episode will discuss and go more in-depth into some of these struggles. Her experiences with show choir, running track in high school, and struggles at Iowa Western will all be discussed. She will highlight some of the successes and challenges that she faced throughout her childhood into her adult life and college. How she has overcome these obstacles and experiences have all shaped her into the person that she is today. Statistics and information regarding C.V.I. will also be provided. This comes from “Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI)106 Causes Children to See the World as an Instrument with Pieces of Colored Material” Dr. Novak, O.D.P.C., eyedoctorsbrooklyn.com. This information is all real-life experiences and events that happen to Emily.    

  Episode One: Michael Burns  “Follow your dreams”-- that cliché saying we're all familiar with. But what does it really mean? Welcome to What Do You Do, the podcast meant to help you explore the possibilities for your future, by hearing wisdom from the people who have taken the steps in making their dreams come true. 

This podcast, Myths and Movies, is about Greek myths and select movie(s) that have been based upon them. In this first episode, I discuss the myth of Iphigenia, the daughter of King Agamemnon of Argos. The literature I draw from is called Iphigenia At Aulis, an unfinished play by Euripides, and the movie that I draw from is the 1977 Greek film Iphigenia.

Another Bennett Bean Night – Ep. 1: The Blonde Rat Sapphire Bennett, eldest of the Bennett clan, is accompanied by younger sister, Cadence Bennett, age 14, to do one of the things the Bennetts do best: tell a bedtime story. Tonight's bedtime story is a romance, titled ‘The Blonde Rat'.

In the first episode of In the Paint, Wyatt Lehr dives into the second half of the NBA season and what fans should be in store for. He talks about some teams he feels need to get prepared for the incoming playoffs. The recent interaction that Kevin Durant had with some Mavericks fans. And to wrap things up, he goes into the rising star of Victor Wembanyama and what the Spurs need to do to help him.

They're Still Here is meant to be a podcast that strikes conversation about conservation. Hannah and Laila present research about a different species listed on the endangered species list in each episode. Each species deserves its own episode because each species is important. Learn how you can act and why it matters. Humans aren't the only species left on earth that deserve to be here. There are still millions of other species sharing this planet. They're Still Here. In this episode, Hannah and Laila talk about the Sumatran Elephant. Learn why there are less than 2,000 left and how humans are one of their most dangerous predators. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please contact Hannah and Laila at forestfriendsproduction@gmail.com.   Sources: https://indonesia.wcs.org/Wildlife/Sumatran-Elephant.aspx https://elephantconservation.org/sumatra-garden-update/ https://eng.islandelephants.org/sumatran_elephant.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sumatran_elephant https://www.sumatranelephantproject.org/elephants https://animalia.bio/sumatran-elephant

The podcast ‘Unraveling the Unsolved' dives into mysteries surrounding the Omaha area with one main goal: to spread awareness of these cold cases in hopes that one day they may be solved.   In this episode of ‘Unraveling the Unsolved' we dive into the mystery of Jason Jolkowski, a 19-year-old who went missing after he was supposed to get a ride to work from his co-worker. Jason never showed to the designated meeting spot and there is no trail to where he ended up. It is as if he disappeared without a trace.