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Dakota Student Podcast

Dakota Student Podcast

By Dakota Student

The Dakota Student (DS) is a weekly news publication at the University of North Dakota. The DS consists of student interns who actively produce and distribute UND-related media in a variety of mediums to include print, photo, video, and podcast journalism. Website: www.dakotastudent.com, Facebook: www.facebook.com/dakotastudent, Twitter: @dakotastudent
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November 5th, 2021: Dormzilla and Buzz has Hair?

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March 28th, 2024, The Sweet 16 Has Commenced

March 28th, 2024, The Sweet 16 Has Commenced

On this special episode of the Dakota Student Podcast Garrett Webber goes over his March Madness Basketball Bracket on which he got right and which he got wrong, followed by commentary on the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 Games.

Mar 28, 202439:56
March 21st, 2024, March Madness Bracket Predictions

March 21st, 2024, March Madness Bracket Predictions

On this special episode of the Dakota Student Podcast Garrett Webber goes over his March Madness Basketball Bracket and his predictions on who will be the tournament champions.

Mar 21, 202447:31
March 20th 2024, Is The Oscars Opinion A Valid One?

March 20th 2024, Is The Oscars Opinion A Valid One?

Today's podcast is our host Aspen Jewkes, with Co-Hosts Sadie Blace, Nora Lee, and Ava Stockstad. Today we review a recent event in downtown Grand Forks, UND hockey wins, the possible Tiktok ban, the Oscars, and who needs DoorDash.

Mar 20, 202437:25
March 6th 2023, Is The NFL A Sports League or Entertainment Company?

March 6th 2023, Is The NFL A Sports League or Entertainment Company?

On the podcast today we have Host David Moreno with Co-Hosts Aspen Jewkes, Quinn David and Garrett Webber. Today we talk about our adventures during the Superbowl, College athletic clothing sponsors, what the difference is  between Sports Leagues and Entertainment Companies and WWE vs Boxing, Which is better.


Mar 06, 202401:09:55
February 14th 2024, It's the Taylor-Kelce Bowl

February 14th 2024, It's the Taylor-Kelce Bowl

On the podcast today we have Host Kelsie Hildebrand with Co-Hosts Aspen Jewkes, Sadie Blace and Nora Lee. Today we talk about the Superbowl, the Grammy's, Margot Robbie recent career and of course Taylor Swift.


Feb 14, 202458:45
January 31st 2024, Let's has a Wonderful Podcast

January 31st 2024, Let's has a Wonderful Podcast

On the podcast today we have Host Maeve Hushman with Co-Hosts David Moreno, Sadie Blace and Daniel Silva. Today we talk about UND Hockey, Kevin O'Leary's visit to Grand Fork and all of the gambling ads we get today.

Jan 31, 202459:54
November 22nd, 2023: English Mastiffs are the "Best Lap Dogs"

November 22nd, 2023: English Mastiffs are the "Best Lap Dogs"

On the podcast today we have Host Kelsie Hildebrand with Co-Hosts Aspen Jewkes, Garrett Webber, and Kira Symington. Today we talk about our Favorite foods at Thanksgiving, missing our pets at home and UND Football Playoff game.



Nov 22, 202301:13:56
November 8th, 2023: Driving in Snow Sucks

November 8th, 2023: Driving in Snow Sucks

On the podcast today we have Host Clair Arneson with Co-Hosts Emma Arteaga, Sadie Blace, and David Moreno. Today we talk about Trains in Grand Forks, Amtrack Experiences, Yoga Experiences and Shopping.

Nov 19, 202301:02:50
November 1st, 2023: Is Big Data to Big?

November 1st, 2023: Is Big Data to Big?

On the podcast today we have Host Aubrey Roemmich with Co-Hosts Sadie Blace, Kira Symington and David Moreno. Today we talk about the death of Matthew Perry, Issues with Xcel Energy, and the Amazon and Google Anti Trust lawsuit.

Nov 03, 202354:22
October 25th, 2023: The Tent Made Me Do It

October 25th, 2023: The Tent Made Me Do It

On the podcast today we have Host Maeve Hushman with Co-Hosts Danika Ogawa and Ava Stockstad. Today we talk about the new Fossil arriving in Grand Forks, expand on the Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift relationship and a word from the hockey tent.

Oct 25, 202301:08:08
October 18th, 2023: Kelly Green Rules

October 18th, 2023: Kelly Green Rules

On the podcast today we have Host Maeve Hushman with Co-Host Davíd Moreno and Dylan Enerson. Today we talk about UND Sports Victory's in Football and Hockey, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce relationship closing out with a Halloween Movie debate.

Oct 18, 202301:13:22
April 12th, 2023; Snowed Adventures

April 12th, 2023; Snowed Adventures

On the podcast today we have Host Maeve Hushman with Co-Host Garret Webber. Today we talk about our Snow Break Adventures shows, the changes with UND Hockey with an outlook for next season as well as the outlook for this summer.

Apr 12, 202301:05:00
March 29th, 2023; I am sorry Dad, I tried my best

March 29th, 2023; I am sorry Dad, I tried my best

On the podcast today we have Host Claire Arneson with Guests Aubrey Roemmich, and Garret Webber. Today we talk about our Spring Break Adventures, UND Hockey disappointments, Claire's Rats at her lake cabin and wisdom teeth problems.

Mar 29, 202301:16:07
March 15th, 2023, Let's Watch a Movie

March 15th, 2023, Let's Watch a Movie

On the podcast today we have Co-Hosts Maeve Hushman and Claire Arneson with Guests Aubrey Roemmich, Gabrielle Bossart, and Garret Webber. Today we talk about UND Hockey, DC Extended Universe Drama and Danny DeVito still scares me.

Mar 15, 202301:01:18
February 15th, 2023, Danny DeVito Gave Me Nightmares

February 15th, 2023, Danny DeVito Gave Me Nightmares

On the podcast today we have Co-Hosts Victoria Ledum  and Claire Arneson with Guests Aubrey Roemmich, Sadie Blace, and Dylan Enerson. Today we talk about UND Parking, Elevator Drama, a review of Loon and Danny DeVito scares me. 


Feb 15, 202350:57
February 8th, 2023, Were Back to Normal Programming

February 8th, 2023, Were Back to Normal Programming

On the podcast today we have Co-Hosts Victoria Ledum and Claire Arneson with Guests Maeve Hushman, Kira Symington, and Dylan Enerson. Today we talk about what we did on our break, UND Hockey's performance and what is the best way to eat a bananna.

Feb 08, 202301:16:15
December 21st, 2022, Dakota Student Holiday Special

December 21st, 2022, Dakota Student Holiday Special

On This Dakota Student Holiday Podcast, we have Co-Hosts Victoria Ledum and Claire Arneson with Guests Maeve Hushman, Gabrielle Bossart, Kira Symington, and Dylan Enerson. Today we talk about Movies in Cars, Is Scientology a Pyramid Scheme, and UND Hockey's disappointments. 

Dec 21, 202201:38:27
December 7th, 2022, What is up with UND Hockey?

December 7th, 2022, What is up with UND Hockey?

On the podcast today we have Co-Hosts Claire Arneson and Victoria Ledum with Guest Host Maeve Hushman.  Today we talk about the love of Merrifield Hall and UND's Hockey Drama.

Dec 07, 202201:12:23
November 16th 2022, Our Parents Facebook, Secrets Revealed

November 16th 2022, Our Parents Facebook, Secrets Revealed

On the podcast today we have Co-Host Claire Arneson and Victoria Ledum. Today we talk about registering for classes and the drama related to it, Parental drama when learning to drive and Looking at our Parents Facebook pages to learn some history.

Nov 16, 202254:49
November 9th 2022, Life is just Hakuna Matata

November 9th 2022, Life is just Hakuna Matata

On the podcast today we have Co-Host Claire Arneson and Victoria Ledum with Guests Gabrielle Bossart and Aspen Jewkes. Today we talk the recent Horror Movies, Realizing how Old we are and Taylor Swifts New Album. 

Nov 09, 202201:01:03
November 2nd 2022, We Tryed our Hardest

November 2nd 2022, We Tryed our Hardest

On the podcast today we have Co-Host Claire Arneson and Victoria Ledum. Today we talk about the Try Guys Drama, the Destruction of Buildings on Campus, and reminiscing of  TV Shows. 

Nov 02, 202201:12:14
February 16th, 2022: Olympic Special

February 16th, 2022: Olympic Special

On the podcast today we have Host Claire Weltz with Co-Hosts, Claire Arneson, Dominique Menard, and Demetria Slyt. Today we talk about the Olympics, Our Favorite events, and KFC for Christmas.

Feb 16, 202232:37
February 3rd, 2022: Money Madness

February 3rd, 2022: Money Madness

On the podcast today we have Host Brooke Kruger with Co-Hosts, Claire Weltz, Dominique Menard, and Demetria Slyt. Today we talk about Credit Card Advantages, Brooke's adventure with the Canadian Exchange rate, and Dave Ramsey.

Feb 03, 202239:17
November 19th, 2021: Taylor Swift Drama and Coffee

November 19th, 2021: Taylor Swift Drama and Coffee

On the podcast today we have Host Claire Weltz with Co-Host Caitlin Collins and Demetria Slyt. Today we talk about Taylor Swifts new re-recorded Album; Red (Taylor's Version), Caitlin's Coffee Adventures in Minneapolis and the Extremely High Gas Prices. 

Nov 19, 202128:29
November 5th, 2021: Dormzilla and Buzz has Hair?

November 5th, 2021: Dormzilla and Buzz has Hair?

On the podcast today we have Host Brooke Kruger with Co-Host Claire Weltz and Demetria Slyt. Today we talk about University of California Santa Barbara's massive new Dorm, Pixar's New Movie Trailer for Lightyear 

Nov 05, 202141:14
October 6th, 2021: Greek Life 101

October 6th, 2021: Greek Life 101

On the podcast today we have Host Brooke Kruger with Co-Host Claire Weltz and Demetria Slyt. Today we talk about Greek Life and what Greek Life is like. 

Oct 06, 202151:06
September 30th 2021, Coffee, Construction and Capitalism

September 30th 2021, Coffee, Construction and Capitalism

On the podcast today we have Host Brooke Kruger with Co-Host Claire Weltz and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the construction on campus, the Differences between McDonalds Coffee in America and Canada. 

Sep 29, 202139:41
September 22nd 2021, Met Gala and Taylor Swift Drama

September 22nd 2021, Met Gala and Taylor Swift Drama

On the podcast today we have Host Brooke Kruger with Co-Host Claire Weltz and Demetria Slyt. Today we talk about the Luke Combs Concert, the Met Gala and Taylor Swift Re-Recording Albums

Sep 23, 202155:32
September 2nd 2021, Return to Class and Guide to School

September 2nd 2021, Return to Class and Guide to School

On the podcast today we have Host Brooke Kruger with Co-Host Claire Weltz and Demetria Slyt. Today we talk about Advice for Freshman, Parking Secrets and life back on Campus. 


Sep 02, 202140:14
May 19th, 2021: Space Travel and Goodbye to Mason

May 19th, 2021: Space Travel and Goodbye to Mason

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about Space Adventures around the world and Goodbye to Mason.

May 19, 202153:35
May 5th, 2021: The Most Expensive Divorce Ever

May 5th, 2021: The Most Expensive Divorce Ever

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz and Guest Host Brooke Kruger, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the Bill and Melinda Gates Divorce and their House, AOL and Yahoo being Sold Again and the Apple vs Epic Trial. 

May 05, 202144:09
April 28th, 2021: India is Running out of Oxygen

April 28th, 2021: India is Running out of Oxygen

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz and Guest Host Brooke Kruger, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the mRNA vaccine technology, COVID in India, and the grounding of the Worlds Largest Fire Fighting Aircraft. 

Apr 29, 202135:48
April 14th, 2021: Not Yahoo Answers!

April 14th, 2021: Not Yahoo Answers!

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the Closure of Yahoo Answers, North Dakota's Drought, the Death of Prince Phillip and Highlights from UND Sports.

Apr 14, 202155:07
April 7th, 2021: How would you travel? Plane, Train or Automobile?

April 7th, 2021: How would you travel? Plane, Train or Automobile?

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the Biden's Infrastructure Plan, California's Water Issues, Smart Homes, March Madness and Highlights from UND Sports.

Apr 07, 202101:01:55
March 31st, 2021: Didn't Mention that they have a Drop of Human Blood

March 31st, 2021: Didn't Mention that they have a Drop of Human Blood

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the Suez Canal Boat Block, Lil Nas X Shoes with Human Blood, Postage going up and Speeds going down and the Longest NCAA Hockey Tournament game that we lost. 

Mar 31, 202132:35
March 24th, 2021: What would you eat, A Whopper, An Impossible Whopper, or A Cropper?

March 24th, 2021: What would you eat, A Whopper, An Impossible Whopper, or A Cropper?

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about Environmental Issues around the world. This includes, Oil Production, Paris Accords, and Cows. 

Mar 24, 202153:57
March 17th, 2021: Big Pharma and Memorial Stadium Time Capsule

March 17th, 2021: Big Pharma and Memorial Stadium Time Capsule

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the Memorial Stadium Time Capsule, the Future of News, Impacts of Big Pharma, the Olympics and the highlights from UND Sports.

Mar 17, 202156:23
March 10th, 2021: Cancel Culture and Boycott Amazon

March 10th, 2021: Cancel Culture and Boycott Amazon

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the Mask Mandates being lifted in Grand Forks, Texas and Mississippi, 6 Dr. Seuss book that will not longer published, Boycotting Amazon and the highlights from UND Sports. 

Mar 09, 202144:05
March 3rd, 2021: Mars Exploration and The Extreme Power Charges in Texas

March 3rd, 2021: Mars Exploration and The Extreme Power Charges in Texas

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Claire Weltz, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the Mars Rover Landing, Andrew Cuomo Scandals, Texas Power Charges and UND Renames the High Performance Center to the Fritz Pollard Jr. Athletic Center.

Mar 03, 202142:24
February 17th, 2021: Horrible Weather in the Nation and Chris Harrison No Long on Bachelor

February 17th, 2021: Horrible Weather in the Nation and Chris Harrison No Long on Bachelor

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Molly Andrews, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about Donald Trump Acquittal, the Massive Weather Storm across the country, the Massive car pileup in Texas, Chris Harrison steps away from the Bachelor Franchise and UND Sports.

Feb 18, 202101:05:08
February 10th, 2021: Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and The Electric Car Debacle

February 10th, 2021: Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and The Electric Car Debacle

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Molly Andrews, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about Elon Musk buying Bitcoin and Starship flights, Jeff Bezos Stepping down from Amazon, the Electric Car Debacle and UND Sports.

Feb 10, 202141:28
February 3rd, 2021: Reddit takes over the Stock Market

February 3rd, 2021: Reddit takes over the Stock Market

Disclaimer: The Dakota Student Podcast does not advise students on using this episode for advice on which stocks to buy, rather this is an informational piece.

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Guest Host James Ericson, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the r/wallstreetbets Short Squeeze, Biden's Executive Orders and the Highlights of UND Sports. 

Feb 03, 202153:45
January 27th, 2021: The Bernie Meme and History Textbooks

January 27th, 2021: The Bernie Meme and History Textbooks

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Host Molly Andrews, and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the Bernie Meme, President Biden’s Relief Plan, Future of History textbooks, and UND Sports.

Jan 28, 202153:30
January 13th, 2021: Deaths of Malls and Kardashian Drama

January 13th, 2021: Deaths of Malls and Kardashian Drama

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, with Co-Hosts Kylee Danks, Molly Andrews, and Madison Feltman with Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the Death of Malls, Minnesota allowed in-person dining, Kardashian, Drama Donald Trump Social Media Banning and the death of some historic people.

Jan 13, 202152:19
January 11th 2021: Not the Best Start to the Year

January 11th 2021: Not the Best Start to the Year

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, and Guest Hosts Madison Feltman with Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the state of US Capital, TEAM USA Hockey Win and COVID Updates. 

Jan 11, 202127:35
December 16th 2020: DS Reunion with Molly and Madison

December 16th 2020: DS Reunion with Molly and Madison

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, and Guest Hosts Molly Andrews and Madison Feltman with Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the state of US Politics, COVID Vaccine news, UND Sports and catch up with Molly and Madison with what they have been doing these last few months.

Dec 16, 202059:26
December 9th, 2020: Return of UND Hockey and Air Travel Experiences

December 9th, 2020: Return of UND Hockey and Air Travel Experiences

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about COVID-19 in North Dakota, COVID-19 Vaccine Updates, the Problems of Flying during COVID-19 era and the Return of UND Hockey.

Dec 09, 202042:30
December 2nd, 2020: DS with UND Student Body President and Vice President EP.2

December 2nd, 2020: DS with UND Student Body President and Vice President EP.2

For this week's podcast, Mason Dunleavy sits down with UND Student Body President, Matthew Ternus, and UND Student Body Vice President, Kaelan Reedy and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Discussions include COVID-19, Matthew Ternus's experience having COVID-19, and S/U Grading accommodation for the Semester. 

Dec 02, 202037:43
November 25th, 2020: DS at the Movies, Fighting Over Sioux

November 25th, 2020: DS at the Movies, Fighting Over Sioux

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy, Guest Host Destin Crooks, a Dakota community member,  and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we give a short review about the documentary, Fighting Over Sioux by Matt Fern.

Nov 25, 202030:00
November 18th, 2020: North Dakota is the Worst State for COVID and Space Adventures

November 18th, 2020: North Dakota is the Worst State for COVID and Space Adventures

On the podcast today we have Host Mason Dunleavy and Podcast Producer Benjamin Strous. Today we talk about the situation of COVID-19 in North Dakota, COVID Vaccine updates, Anti-Vaxers with COVID Vaccine, and the Return of Space Popularity.

Nov 18, 202034:21