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The Daily Weekly

The Michigan Daily

The Daily Weekly is a podcast covering local news in the Ann Arbor area. It is a production of the University of Michigan’s independent student newspaper, The Michigan Daily. Support The Michigan Daily’s reporting by subscribing to The Daily Weekly and checking out The Michigan Daily’s website at https://www.michigandaily.com/.

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00:13:18

The MSW Students' Campaign for Compensation

The Daily Weekly ·

2022/04/19

On Monday, March 21, MSW students, also known as the Master of Social Work students, gathered out on the Diag to rally support for the Payments for Placements (P4P) plan. Unlike other graduate students, MSW students do not receive compensation for their internships. Matt Daragay, the Central Student Government representative for the School of Social Work and co-chair of P4P, sat down with The Daily Weekly to discuss P4P's demands.

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00:27:39

Understanding the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

The Daily Weekly ·

2022/04/16

In this episode of The Daily Weekly, we discuss the history of Ukraine’s relationship with Russia, the people who are affected by the invasion including what life looks like there now, and what Michigan students can and are doing to help. Our guests share their knowledge and personal experiences to bring a multifaceted perspective and understanding of the conflict.

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00:19:34

A Conversation with Jon Vaughn

The Daily Weekly ·

2022/04/05

In this week’s episode of The Daily Weekly, we talk to Jon Vaughn himself. We hear about his 150-day protest in front of the University President's house, his reaction to his campsite being removed, and his upcoming run for the Board of Regents. Then, we’ll bring you coverage of the protest that ensued after the campsite’s removal.

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00:21:12

How a President Gets Chosen

The Daily Weekly ·

2022/03/29

When University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel was fired after an investigation found that he had an inappropriate relationship with another university employee, questions on who would be the next president immediately began circulating. As the search for the next president continues, The Daily Weekly talked to the presidential search committee on what they're looking for in candidates to succeed interim president Mary Sue Coleman. In this episode, we speak with the co-chairs of that

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00:24:36

An Interview with Jane Coaston

The Daily Weekly ·

2022/03/22

In this special episode of The Daily Weekly, we sit down with U-M alum Jane Coaston to discuss her time as a student, working for The New York Times, approach to podcasting, Wordle, and much more. After graduating from the University of Michigan, Jane started her career in journalism writing in sports before becoming a senior politics reporter at Vox. She now writes for NY Times Opinion and hosts the podcast, "The Argument".

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00:23:26

The Future of Reproductive Health in Michigan

The Daily Weekly ·

2022/03/14

In this episode of The Daily Weekly, we explore possible outcomes of a new case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Center, which will be decided this June and could overturn Roe v. Wade. We discuss healthcare, stigma, and the implications of a 1931 law in Michigan that could, nullified by Roe, criminalize abortion in the state. We spoke with Michigan experts Professor Anna Kirkland, Dr. Lisa Harris, and Dr. Sarah Wallett; they share their own experiences in the field and logistics surrounding the

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00:19:10

Focal Point: An Investigation into University of...

The Daily Weekly ·

2022/02/15

This episode follows an article recently published by The Michigan Daily's Focal Point section about the serious safety and misconduct concerns within University Housing. The Michigan Daily reporters who broke the story, join The Daily Weekly to discuss the residential staff's grievances and where the university has fallen short on its commitments. Later, we speak with a former residential advisor about her experiences living in the dorms during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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00:23:38

A Covid Crisis on Campus, Again

The Daily Weekly ·

2022/01/24

In this episode of The Daily Weekly, we explore why the Omicron surge is causing confusion over quarantine policies amongst the students, how instructors are feeling about returning to the classroom, and hear from a university nurse about what she's seeing at the hospital.

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00:23:45

The Downfall of Mark Schlissel

The Daily Weekly ·

2022/01/24

In this episode of The Daily Weekly, we explore the numerous email exchanges between Dr. Schlissel and the subordinate employee, the extent to which Dr. Schlissel misused his powers, and the impact it has left on the University of Michigan’s reputation.

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00:17:36

The Michigan Marriage Pact

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/12/17

In this episode, we talk to students about their Marriage Pact experiences and interview Liam McGregor, the student ambassador to the program, about the origins and future of the Pact.

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00:21:51

The Legacy of the Treaty of Fort Meigs

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/11/30

In this episode of the Daily Weekly, we interview Professor John Low and Rackham Assistant Dean Ethriam Brammer on the history of the land acknowledgement, the efforts of Native American students and faculty to increase Native American representation on campus, and the University’s current relationship with Native communities.

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00:21:06

24 Hours with the Robert Anderson Survivor Protesters

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/11/29

In this special episode of The Daily Weekly reporters from The Daily read hour-by-hour reports of what they observed as they sat outside of Schlissel’s house from 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 5 to 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6 with the Robert Anderson protestors. You can read the full story here: https://www.michigandaily.com/news/24-hours-with-the-robert-anderson-survivor-protesters-outside-schlissels-house/

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00:20:57

Schlissel's Resignation, Explained

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/11/10

In this episode of the Daily Weekly we speak with Daily reporters and Michigan faculty members to examine President Schlissel's accomplishments, exit package, and surrounding controversy in the wake of his announced early resignation.

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00:17:44

Hail to the Victims

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/10/29

Trigger Warning: The following episode contains material around sexual assault and sexual misconduct that may be disturbing or traumatizing to some audiences. Listener discretion advised. In this episode of the Daily Weekly, we provide audio from the protest against the University’s handling of sexual misconduct outside of the President’s house, and we also talk to Porter Hughes, Press Secretary of Michigan Students Against Sexual Assault, about the protest, his organization, and the University’s

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00:24:11

Readjusting to an In-Person Semester

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/09/27

In this week's episode we examine how different parts of our campus community are readjusting to an in-person semester from underclassman stepping foot on campus for the first time to blue bus riders to professors grappling with the benefits and stresses of in-class instruction.

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00:28:40

A Conversation with the CSG Executive Team

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/04/08

On this week’s episode of The Daily Weekly, we sit down virtually with the newly elected President and Vice President of Central Student Government, Nithya Arun and Carla Voight. Stay up to date on the latest about COVID-19 and the University at michigandaily.com

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00:35:34

Secret Societies at Michigan

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/03/25

In this episode of The Daily Weekly, we explore the history, fraught legacy, and impact of secret societies on campus. Stay up to date on the latest about COVID-19 and the University at michigandaily.com Prof. Robert Goodspeed's blog: http://goodspeedupdate.com/michigamua-information

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00:40:35

Past and Present Movements for Racial Justice

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/03/05

On this week's episode of The Daily Weekly we talk to Professor Stephen Ward about the history of racial justice movements at Michigan. We also talk to the leaders of the Students of Color Liberation Front about their demands for an antiracist campus. Link to the Student of Color Liberation Front Demands: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rz0N_5R0LOZctGBg9IWs91-2tFhU3J6uy49TyhaI5B4/edit?usp=sharing Link to the Department of Afroamerican and African Studies' site commemorating their 50th

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00:26:56

What's in a Name?

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/02/19

On this episode of The Daily Weekly we examine the controversy surrounding University of Michigan Regent Ron Weiser. We also explore how the University names buildings on campus and what it means to have buildings named after imperfect people. Stay up to date on all the latest news about COVID, sports, and the University at michigandaily.com

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00:17:22

The Vaccine Pt. 2: The Internet’s Questions, Answered

The Daily Weekly ·

2021/02/10

On this episode of The Daily Weekly, we speak to Dr. Abram Wagner, Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Michigan’s School of Public Health, about vaccine concerns and seek to separate fact from fiction. Stay up to date on all the latest news about COVID, sports, and the University at michigandaily.com

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