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The Undercurrent on Impact 89FMLet's Get Ethical!In this episode of The Undercurrent, host Kennedy DeMars sits down with Beth Hammond and Ana Lesage to talk about the upcoming MSU Ethics Week happening on February 16-20. Beth and Ana are two of the planners for this event, where they put together different panels, discussions, and workshops -- all centering around the main theme of ethics. Ethics Week is open to the whole community, and is a way to engage people in meaningful ethical conversations.
2026-02-0822 minThe Latest on Impact 89FMLet's Get Ethical!In this episode of The Undercurrent, host Kennedy DeMars sits down with Beth Hammond and Ana Lesage to talk about the upcoming MSU Ethics Week happening on February 16-20. Beth and Ana are two of the planners for this event, where they put together different panels, discussions, and workshops -- all centering around the main theme of ethics. Ethics Week is open to the whole community, and is a way to engage people in meaningful ethical conversations.
2026-02-0822 minThe Undercurrent on Impact 89FMA Look Inside the MSU Museum with Devon AkmonIn this episode, host Kennedy DeMars chats with MSU Museum Director Devon Akmon about the MSU Museum and its recent renovations. The museum recently underwent 18 months of changes and improvements, and had its reopening celebration on January 14th. Kennedy and Devon discuss what the museum means to the community, how it can be beneficial to students, and what the future of the museum is in the next few years. We hope you enjoy the episode!i
2026-01-2516 minThe Latest on Impact 89FMA Look Inside the MSU Museum with Devon AkmonIn this episode, host Kennedy DeMars chats with MSU Museum Director Devon Akmon about the MSU Museum and its recent renovations. The museum recently underwent 18 months of changes and improvements, and had its reopening celebration on January 14th. Kennedy and Devon discuss what the museum means to the community, how it can be beneficial to students, and what the future of the museum is in the next few years. We hope you enjoy the episode!i
2026-01-2516 minThe Undercurrent on Impact 89FMThe MSU Feature Twirlers: A Standout TraditionIn this episode of The Undercurrent, host Kennedy DeMars sits down with Erin Huetteman, Maddie Rutkowski, and Rylee Schlaud to talk about their experiences as MSU Feature Twirlers. The MSU Feature Twirlers are a part of the Spartan Marching Band, performing at football games, basketball games, and other community events. With the use of a baton, they perform complex tricks and skills to supplement the band. Kennedy and the twirlers discuss the audition process, their rehearsals, and favorite skills. We hope you enjoy the episode!
2025-12-1425 minThe Undercurrent on Impact 89FMBeauty with a MissionOn this episode of The Undercurrent, host Kennedy DeMars sits down with Madison Nero, a candidate representing the Northeast in Miss Earth USA 2026. Miss Earth is a national pageant that primarily focuses on environmental awareness. Along with her multiple national titles and small businesses, Madison has developed her own makeup palette, meets with lawmakers in D.C., holds workshops for youth in her community, and much more. In this episode, Kennedy and Madison talk about pageantry, thrifting, makeup, and small ways to make a difference in the community. Madison will be competing in a national competition in January, and...
2025-11-3029 minThe Undercurrent on Impact 89FMEvery Step is a StoryIn this episode of The Undercurrent, host Kennedy DeMars sits down with members of three different dance organizations on campus. She discusses NRG Dance, Orchesis Dance Company, and MSU Dance Club, and speaks with members of each group about what makes each organization special. They talk about the atmosphere at rehearsals, types of classes they offer, upcoming performances, and favorite memories the members have had in their respective dance groups. Each of the groups has something special to share, and we hope you enjoy hearing the dancers perspectives
2025-11-1630 minThe Undercurrent on Impact 89FMCreating Halloween Magic in East LansingIn this week’s episode, Kennedy DeMars sits down with Jordan Woody, Ashiyana Bedi, and Alyssa Vettraino, three participants in Michigan State University’s annual Safe Halloween event. Hosted by Fraternity and Sorority Life, Safe Halloween provides families with a fun and safe way to trick-or-treat and participate in the holiday festivities. Jordan, the event’s Director of Public Relations, shares how the event benefits the community and what goes into promoting it, including her outreach to local news stations. Ashiyana and Alyssa reflect on their experiences and the excitement of seeing families come together to enjoy a safe, festiv...
2025-11-0218 min
Movie Deputy REVIEWSThe Conjuring 2 (2016)We've seen what the Warren's can do. These stories follow their experiences. I hope you'll come along with me as we explore them together.
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Amityville, one of the most documented paranormal cases is history, is something most have heard of. Have you heard about England's Amityville? It's also known as the Enfield poltergeist. In the mid 1970's, Ed and Lorraine Warren were called in to consult on a case in Enfield, England. What they encountered while they were was much more than they had anticipated. A family in Enfield began to experience strange h...
2025-10-2815 minThe Undercurrent on Impact 89FMLiz G Talks Content, Campus, and CreativityOn the first episode of the brand new season of The Undercurrent, host Kennedy DeMars is joined by Elizabeth Gerskie--an influencer who attends Michigan State University. More widely known as Liz G, she is known for her content creation and social media, and has over 100k followers on one of her Tik Tok accounts. Kennedy and Liz discuss what it's like to have a large platform on a college campus, and what it's like balancing that while being a student.
2025-10-0530 min
The Butterfly Broadcast24. Kennedy Garrett: Williams Heart Changed OursThis is a story about Kennedy, a dental hygienist who is passionate about her career, her husband Brady, and now her angel son William. Kennedy had always known she wanted an unmedicated birth at home, so when her perfectly smooth pregnancy came to an end with a cinematic-like water breakage, little Will came into this world quickly and as planned. However, the peaceful climate soon changed when the midwives struggled to keep his oxygen levels up. Take a listen to learn what the Garretts would endure over the next few days and the way that William's precious little heart...
2023-09-0732 min
The Butterfly BroadcastKennedy Garrett: William's Heart Changed OursThis is a story about Kennedy, a dental hygienist who is passionate about her career, her husband Brady, and now her angel son William. Kennedy had always known she wanted an unmedicated birth at home, so when her perfectly smooth pregnancy came to an end with a cinematic-like water breakage, little Will came into this world quickly and as planned. However, the peaceful climate soon changed when the midwives struggled to keep his oxygen levels up. Take a listen to learn what the Garretts would endure over the next few days and the way that William's precious little heart...
2023-09-0232 min