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#FactsMatter, the Citizens Research Council of Michigan podcastK-12 Budget Passes with Drama; Inequitable Per-Pupil Funding for High Need Students Not AddressedGongwer News administration reporter Lily Guiney speaks with Senior Research Director Craig Thiel about his recently published, novel analysis of school-level spending patterns across the largest districts in the state, showing many schools are not being funded equitably. Approximately 55 percent of schools in the state's largest districts do not receive equitable per-pupil funding at the state, local and federal levels. This is at odds with the current school funding policy priorities of Lansing officials.
The study found that among the 25 largest school districts in the state, several of which also include some of the largest populations of low-income students, a...2024-06-2822 min
Left of LansingMonday Musing: Michigan Republicans' Deranged AR-15 As State Gun BillHere's the Monday Musing for June 10, 2024
Michigan Republicans in the state House introduced a bill making the AR-15 the official state rifle. They introduced it on the week of Gun Violence Awareness Day.
And they introduced it for two reasons: To own the libs, and to show the libs how they're ready to take over power through violence, or the threat of violence.
Remember, Democrats passed sensible gun safety measures to save lives. Republicans is more concerned about their donations from gun manufacturers.
And that's "pro-life?"
Please, subscribe to the po...2024-06-1003 min#FactsMatter, the Citizens Research Council of Michigan podcastState Should Consider Nurse Practitioner Scope Expansion to Help Address Primary Care Dr. ShortageGongwer News Service reporter Lily Guiney sat down with Research Council health analyst Karley Abramson to discuss Michigan’s shortage of primary care providers (PCP) and how expanding the scope of practice for nurse practitioners would help address the shortage, which is projected to get worse in the coming years.
On March 20, medical professionals from around the state gathered in a Senate committee room to testify on both sides of legislation that would expand the scope of Nurse Practitioner services, allowing greater independence for NPs to treat patients and address healthcare needs. Michigan has among the most restrictive scope of se...2024-03-2822 min
A Podcast?!31 - Oscar Predictions 2024Theresa and Mitchell make their predictions for the 2024 Oscars.
Keywords: Anatomty of a Fall, American Fiction, Barbie, The Holdovers, Killers of the Flower Moon, Maestro, Oppenheimer, Past Lives, Poor Things, The Zone of Interest.
"Ther Fire Inside", "I'm Just Ken", "What Was I Made For?", "It Never Went Away", WahzhZhe(A Song For My People)
Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, Jimmy Kimmel, Bradley Cooper, Colman Domingo, Paul Giamatti, Cillian Murphy, Jeffrey Wright, Sterling K. Brown, Robert Di Nero, Robert Downey Jr., Ryan Gosling, Mark Ruffalo, Annette Bening, Lily Gladstone, Sandra Hüller, Carey Mulligan, Emma Stone, Emily Blunt, Danielle Brooks, America F...2024-03-092h 00
The 1909 from The State NewsThe 1909: Your last bit of campus news for the semesterIt's been a long semester at Michigan State University full of tragedy, surprises and uplifting developments. Join host Lily Guiney to recap last week's news one last time.2023-05-0118 min
The 1909 from The State NewsThe 1909: Changes to the academic calendar, on-campus alcohol sales and weed taxesEven with the semester coming to a close, there's tons of news to get through at MSU. Host Lily Guiney breaks down what you need to know this week, including details on a bill permitting alcohol sales on campus and where taxes on marijuana sales go in East Lansing.2023-04-2815 min
The 1909 from The State NewsThe 1909: New coffee shop in MSU Union, a gun violence protest and presidential search infoHost Lily Guiney breaks down a flurry of news from last week, including a new Strange Matter location at the MSU Union, a walk-out in protest of gun violence and fresh details surrounding the search for Michigan State University's new president.2023-04-1716 min
The 1909 from The State NewsThe 1909: Firearm divestment, disabled students speak up and more Gupta dismissal detailsSpring storms have come to East Lansing and with them a lot of news to talk about. Host Lily Guiney recaps last week's news, including a student movement for MSU to divest from weapons manufacturers, a fatal crash and questions surrounding disabled students amid evacuations. She also sits down with administration reporter Alex Walters to talk about a new report from firm Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan detailing the controversial dismissal of former business dean Sanjay Gupta.2023-04-1025 min
The 1909 from The State NewsThe 1909: The return of the MSU Union and a Caesars Sportsbook hiccupAfter the tragedy on Feb. 13, the MSU Union is set to reopen today and some students are ready to welcome it back. Host Lily Guiney is here to discuss the reopening, as well as a new rule that may conflict with MSU Athletics' nearly nine million dollar deal with Caesars Sportsbook.2023-04-0319 min
The 1909 from The State NewsThe 1909: "An effort for change," March Madness disparities and moreOn this week's episode of The 1909, host Lily Guiney talks with spotlight reporter Dina Kaur about an effort for change for transgender and non-binary people, a new MSU museum exhibit and other news from last week.2023-03-2720 min
The 1909 from The State NewsThe 1909: An impactful song, campus security and vaccine mandatesOn this episode of The 1909, host Lily Guiney talks about a powerful song from a Michigan State University student inspired by the tragedy of Feb. 13, various campus updates and more news from last week.2023-03-2016 min
The 1909 from The State NewsThe 1909: Remembering the ones we lost and moving forwardOn Feb. 13, three students were killed and five students were critically injured after a mass shooting on Michigan State University's campus.This week on The 1909, two weeks after the incident, host Lily Guiney talks about those we lost and what the MSU community is doing to move forward after a tragedy.2023-02-2714 min
The 1909 from The State NewsThe 1909: State of the State, CAPS influx and a Starbucks location moveThis week on The 1909, host Lily Guiney discusses Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's State of the State address and lawmakers' reactions to it, CAPS seeing a higher number of students in 'holiday aftermath' and Starbucks moving into the MSU Main Library. In addition, get the details on Student Life and Engagement's initiative to provide free menstrual products throughout campus.The 1909 is a weekly podcast recapping the week's news publishing every Monday.2023-01-3017 min
The 1909 from The State NewsJanuary 23, 2023Host Lily Guiney discusses Michigan and East Lansing politics, as well as MSU news, in this week's edition of The 1909.2023-01-2315 min
The 1909 from The State NewsBoard of Trustees portrait unveiling, housing during winter break, South Africa divestmentHost Lily Guiney discusses the Board of Trustees portrait unveiling ceremony announcement and the city of East Lansing's vote on naming the city a 'sanctuary city.' Guiney then talks about MSU's housing space and what business owners should expect during the holidays. Guiney closes out the episode with environment reporter Alex Walters. Walters introduces his latest story about MSU's history of divestment protests.2022-12-1422 min
The 1909 from The State NewsQuality Dairy closing, Board of Trustee campaigns, Starbucks worker strikeLily Guiney discusses the closure of Quality Daily and words from the CEO. Guiney then goes in-depth and recaps the Board of Trustee race results variations. Next, Guiney recaps the strike of Starbucks workers in the Greater Lansing area and the North American Indigenous Student Organization, NAISO's, reminder of the true history behind MSU land acknowledgment regarding the Moral Act and the importance for Indigenous students to learn the accurate history.Guiney finally recaps another student organization, MSU's chapter of the Sunrise Movement, protest at Spartan Stadium for a push for full divestment from fossil fuels by...2022-12-0515 min
The 1909 from The State NewsMichigan election aftermath, interim president Teresa K. Woodruff's first interviewHost Lily Guiney gives a reminder to people to get their flu shots as flu season approaches. Guiney recaps Black Students' Alliance's 50th annual Black Power Rally and the event's significance. Guiney also discusses interim president Teresa K. Woodruff's first interview, the election aftermath and future goals to look for.2022-11-2113 min
The 1909 from The State NewsMSU's new interim president, Board of Trustees candidates, Michigan Congressional RaceHost Lily Guiney and campus administration reporter Vivian Barrett discuss who's on the ballot for the Board of Trustees and why this race is essential specifically for MSU students. Guiney then gives an update on the state's congressional race.2022-11-1721 min
Houselights from The State NewsTaylor Swift's 'Midnights' album reviewHost Liz Nass and state government reporter Lily Guiney break down Taylor Swift's new album "Midnights." Nass and Guiney discuss their rankings of each song and their reason for the rank. Then Guiney discuss how she can relates to Taylor Swift's songs. 2022-11-0229 min
The 1909 from The State NewsPresident Stanley update, ASMSU's new Vice President of Governmental Affairs and election updatesLily Guiney goes in-depth about the dispute between the Board of Trustees and President Stanley. Guiney discusses the advocacy of a MSU psychology student for more access to Narcan, used for medical emergencies. She goes in depth on polling and voting information and examines ballot proposals. Finally, Guiney discusses ASMSU's new Vice President of Governmental Affairs.2022-10-3110 min
The 1909 from The State NewsBoard of Trustees update, NAISO celebration protest, ELPD Use of Force report, Ohio State University caseEditor's Note: Prerecorded before President Samuel L. Stanley Jr. resignation TW: Sexual AssaultHost Lily Guiney recap Broad College dean Sanjay Gupta case, ELPD use of force report, Native American Indigenous Student Organization protest, and an amicus brief signed by MSU in support of Ohio State University sexual assault case.2022-10-1711 min
The 1909 from The State NewsInterview with Congresswoman Elissa SlotkinHost Lily Guiney interviews Elissa Slotkin to discuss her perspective on the upcoming midterm election. Congresswoman Slotkin goes into her takeaways of the race against her Republican opponent Tom Barrett. Guiney and Slotkin also discuss culture war issues. 2022-10-1023 min
The 1909 from The State NewsTurning Point MSU chapter meeting, Pi Alpha Phi case update, health status of Red Cedar RiverHost Lily Guiney and environmental reporter Alex Walters discuss the cleanup event of the Red Cedar River.2022-10-0312 min
The 1909 from The State NewsCourt decision on MSU Swim & Dive, President Stanley’s contract review Update, Meijer shooting caseHost Lily Guiney and guest senior city reporter Wajeeha Kamal discuss the aftermath of Meijer shooting case of DeAnthony Vanatten and East Lansing Police Department.2022-09-2617 min
The Dinner Table Podcast from The State NewsUps and downs of social mediaHost Griffin Wiles and The 1909 host Lily Guiney talk about the ups and downs of social media. Lily Guiney talks about her experience with co-running the MSU Affirmations Instagram account.2022-09-2329 min
The 1909 from The State NewsPresident Stanley's contract, M.A.C. Avenue shooting and past activism at the State CapitolHost Lily Guiney recaps city and campus news from this past week; President Stanley's contract review with Board of Trustees, MSU's fossil fuel divestment and a shooting on M.A.C. Avenue. Guest city reporter Maggie George discusses her article on the history of protests at the State Capitol.2022-09-1915 min
The 1909 from The State NewsMonkeypox Q&A recap & MSU Board of Trustees updateHost Lily Guiney recaps monkeypox q&a, protest at a city council meeting and abortion law update in Michigan. Campus administration reporter Vivian Barrett discusses last Friday's Board of Trustees agenda.2022-09-1209 min