On the Scene

By On the Scene Podcast

Welcome to On the Scene: Reflecting on Mississippi’s Top Stories, starring Heather Harrison & Emma Dotson! That's right, Mississippi. We can read and write, and we do it well! Become a listener an... more

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The podcast currently has 38 episodes available.

On the Scene episodes:

April 27, 2023 The End
For the last time on the scene, we talk with awarding-winning Mississippi Free Press journalist, ⁠Kayode Crown⁠! He shares his journey of being a journalist in Nigeria to a journalist in Jackson, Mississippi. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she recommends one of her favorite movies, O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000), we discuss joint Facebook accounts, and give a review of Big K Ginger Ale in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. Learn about one of Heather’s favorite books in “Books on the Brim,” listen to some good news for Clinton Public Schools, and find out what we’ll be up to after graduation!
Article Kayode mentioned about timely rape kit testing. His twitter @kayodecrown
Sources: Jackson trash pick-up ⁠article⁠ by Kayode Crown for Mississippi Free Press Medical marijuana updates article by Heather Harrison for the Mississippi Free Press (coming soon! sorry lol) Good news in Clinton Public Schools ⁠article⁠ by Thao Ta for WJTV
Heather’s book recs: The Wild Heart of Stevie Nicks by Rob Sheffield (audible exclusive)
Keep in touch with us on social media: Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRHEmma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Thanks for listening! This has been On the Scene Podcast!
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46min
April 13, 2023 The Business Boom
The largest economic development project in Mississippi’s history is taking place in Lowndes County! Tune in to see what this includes and other plans for growth in the Golden Triangle area. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews Leap Year (2010) on Netflix, we discuss the best time of the day for breakfast food, and Emma reviews Lao Ban pork soup dumpling in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. See what Heather has been reading Heather’s book recs, Books on the Brim, and finish off the episode with some good news about a volunteer firefighter!
Sources:
Reflector article 1 and 2 by Heather Harrison
Dispatch article 1 and 2 by Grant McLaughlin
Good News article by WLBT Staff
Heather’s book rec:
Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Follow your dreams and follow us on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @onthescenepod
Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRH
Emma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Send us an email if you’d like to guest star or sponsor the pod: [email protected]
Find the Reflector online! reflector-online.com | Instagram, Twitter: @reflectoronline — Facebook: The Reflector
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30min
March 30, 2023 The Killed Ballot Initiative
Wait, can they do that? This week on the scene, we discuss the silent killing of the Mississippi ballot initiative bill by state legislators. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews The French Dispatch (2021) on HBO Max, we talk middle names, and Emma reviews Totino’s party pizza in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. See what Heather has been reading Heather’s book recs, “Books on the Brim,” and finish off the episode with some good news for Golden Triangle soccer players!
Sources:
Mississippi Today article by Geoff Pender
Mississippi Today voter poll
Mississippi Free Press article by Kayode Crown
Former ballot initiatives list
Reflector article by Heather Harrison
Mississippi Free Press article by Ashton Pittman
New Yorker article by Susan Morrison about The French Dispatch
Good news article by T'Keeyah Cummings for WCBI
Heather’s book rec:
The Last Flight by Julie Clark
Follow your dreams and follow us on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @onthescenepod
Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRH
Emma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Send us an email if you’d like to guest star or sponsor the pod: [email protected]
Find the Reflector online! reflector-online.com | Instagram, Twitter: @reflectoronline — Facebook: The Reflector
Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to On the Scene!
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26min
March 09, 2023 The Alternative Spring Break
Got plans for Spring Break? This week on the scene, we discuss alternatives spring break trips and activities MSU students can take part in. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews Jexi (2019) on Netflix, we get heated about toasted sandwiches, and Emma reviews Trader Joe’s Unexpected Cheddar cheese spread in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. See what Heather has been reading Heather’s book recs, “Books on the Brim,” and finish off the episode with some good news for Mississippi symbols!
Sources:
Mississippi State University’s https://www.msstate.edu/events/2022/02/alternative-break-trips
Cowbell Connect https://msstate.campuslabs.com/engage/service-opportunities?customdate=Wed%20Mar%2008%202023%2012%3A00%3A00%20GMT-0600
Anne Louise Phillips for https://www.reflector-online.com/news/article_f1894220-bbae-11ed-8ca9-fbc307c11b80.html
Grant McLaughlin for https://cdispatch.com/news/2023-03-08/2b-aluminum-mill-groundbreaking-goes-off-with-bang/
https://collider.com/adam-devine-jexi-righteous-gemstones-interview/ with Collider by John
Rocha with Adam Devine
Good news by Courtney Ann Jackson for https://www.wlbt.com/2023/03/04/students-lobbying-make-blueberry-state-fruit-are-honored-state-capitol/
Heather’s book recs:
Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
Follow your dreams and follow us on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @onthescenepod
Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRH
Emma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Send us an email if you’d like to guest star or sponsor the pod: mailto:[email protected]
Find the Reflector online! http://reflector-online.com | Instagram, Twitter: @reflectoronline — Facebook: The Reflector
Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to On the Scene!
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27min
March 07, 2023 The Life & Entertainment Editor: Meet Trey Barrett
This week on the scene, we’re honoring Black History Month. So, meet Trey Barrett — current Reflector Life & Entertainment Editor — who is cementing himself in history by giving underrepresented groups a platform to tell their stories. Learn about his wholesome journey to becoming a newspaper editor, his dream to be a film critic, and more! In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews Amsterdam (2022) on HBO Max, has a hot take on cooking videos, and gives her thoughts on Buccee’s Sweet & Spicy Beef Jerky in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. Find out which book you should be reading/listening to next in Heather’s book recs, Books on the Brim, and finish off the episode with some well-needed good news!
Articles mentioned:
5 movies to help celebrate Black History Month by Elijah Roark
Indigenous students rediscover their culture at MSU by Hailey Jenkins
Hispanic students find a new community at MSU by Julian Dedeaux
Articles by Trey Barrett
Sexual misconduct cases up at MSU by Samuel Hughes for The Reflector
Amsterdam interview for Screen Rant by Tatiana Hullender
Good News story by 16 WAPT
Heather’s book rec:
“Gilded Mountain” by Kate Manning
Follow your dreams and follow us on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @onthescenepod
Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRH
Emma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Also follow our guest Trey Barrett
Instagram: @casualdownpour
Send us an email if you’d like to guest star or sponsor the pod: [email protected]
Find The Reflector online! reflector-online.com
Instagram, Twitter: @reflectoronline — Facebook: The Reflector
Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to On the Scene!
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37min
February 09, 2023 The Recycling Movement
Did you miss us?? This week on the scene, we discuss recycling in Starkville, its history, and why city officials are hesitant to bring it back. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022) on Netflix, we rant about a time convention, and Emma reviews San Pellegrino limonata (lemon) and aranciata (orange) sparkling drinks in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. See what Heather has been reading Heather’s book recs, “Books on the Brim,” and finish off the episode with some good news for Mississippi food pantries!
Sources:
The Reflector articles by ours truly, Heather Harrison: article 1, article 2, article 3
Double Headed Eagle Bar and Grill article by Grant McLaughlin for The Dispatch
David Sims interview for The Atlantic with Rian Johnson
Good news article by Bill Synder for WLOX
Heather’s book recs:
With Teeth by Kristin Arnett
Follow your dreams and follow us on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @onthescenepod
Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRH
Emma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Send us an email if you’d like to guest star or sponsor the pod: [email protected]
Find the Reflector online! reflector-online.com | Instagram, Twitter: @reflectoronline — Facebook: The Reflector
Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to On the Scene!
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39min
December 08, 2022 The Fashion Board: Meet Payton Brown
We’ve all seen the stars walk the runway, but what all goes into making the stars shimmer? This week on the scene, we talk with MSU fashion board staff member Payton Brown about the board, its editorial magazine Être, and the behind the scenes of fashion shows. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989) streaming on HBO Max, we discuss the correct building temperature in the winter, and Emma reviews a sweet potato cake with molasses icing in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. Listen to what Heather is reading in Books on the Brim, and finish off the episode with some good news for Mississippi education!
Sources:
Missing Ole Miss student Jay Lee update by Jacob Gallant and Bria Bolden for WLBT
Native Son Farm in Tupelo, MS
A new GED equivalency program is available in MS by Courtney Ann Jackson for WLBT
Heather’s book recs:
The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
Follow your dreams and follow us on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @onthescenepod
Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRH
Emma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Also follow our guest Payton Brown, MSU Fashion Board, & Être magazine
Instagram: @paytabrown, @msufashionboard, & @etre_magazine
Être magazine
Send us an email if you’d like to guest star or sponsor the pod: [email protected]
Find the Reflector online! reflector-online.com Instagram, Twitter: @reflectoronline — Facebook: The Reflector
Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to On the Scene!
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35min
November 17, 2022 The Bellsmith
Have you ever been in Davis Wade and seen someone ringing a really cool cowbell unlike any other? Chances are, it’s a Bellsmith Bell and there’s a reason you haven’t seen it anywhere else—he never repeats a custom cowbell design! This week on the scene meet Patrick Ray, the craftsman behind a new wave of tradition. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews The Lost City (2022) streaming on Prime Video, we discuss the best cake temperature for consumption, and Emma reviews Indomie Goreng instant noodles in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. As always, see what Heather is reading in Books on the Brim, and finish off the episode with some good news for the Jackson homeless!
Sources:
Check out the Bellsmith’s work
Interview with “The Lost City” star and cultural icon, Sandra Bullock
Good news in Jackson
Heather’s book recs:
"GodPretty in the Tobacco Field" by Kim Michele Richardson
Follow your dreams and follow us on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @onthescenepod
Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRH
Emma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Send us an email if you’d like to guest star or sponsor the pod: [email protected]
Find the Reflector online! reflector-online.com Instagram, Twitter: @reflectoronline — Facebook: The Reflector
Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to On the Scene!
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27min
November 03, 2022 The ARPA Funds
This week on the scene, we discuss the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and how those funds, along with other grants, will be used to improve Starkville. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews the classic movie “It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” (1966) streaming on Apple TV, we have a heated debate over Heather’s snacking habits, and Emma reviews Bota Mini dry rosé boxed wine in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. See what Heather has been reading Heather’s book recs, “Books on the Brim,” and finish off the episode with some good news for Warren County!
Other acronyms mentioned:
Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ)
Mississippi Municipality and County Water Infrastructure (MCWI)
Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD)
Sources:
The Reflector articles by ours truly, Heather Harrison: article 1, article 2
The Reflector article by Karie Pinnix from 2021 article 3
Drama at the Cotton District Arts festival
Charles Schultz interview
Good news in Vicksburg
How to enroll your child in the Imagination Library program
Heather’s book recs:
The Reporter Who Knew Too Much by Mark Shaw
Follow your dreams and follow us on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @onthescenepod
Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRH
Emma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Send us an email if you’d like to guest star or sponsor the pod: [email protected]
Find the Reflector online! reflector-online.com Instagram, Twitter: @reflectoronline — Facebook: The Reflector
Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to On the Scene!
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29min
October 20, 2022 The Music Maker: Meet Allyson Crocker
The tunes are bumpin’ with this week’s guest, Music Maker Production’s very own Allyson Crocker! This week on the scene, we learn all about MMP and what goes on to make concerts possible at MSU! In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews Professor Marston and the Wonder Women (2017) on Prime Video, has a hot take about hiking and reviews Jumex’s mango nectar beverage in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. Find out which book you should be reading/listening to next Heather’s book recs, “Books on the Brim,” and finish off the episode with some good news close by in Starkville!
Chlorine leak by Debbie Elliot for NPR
Jackson water system funding article by Ashton Pittman for MS Free Press
Julide Tanriverdi for Bust interview with director Angela Robinson
Local writer prodigy in Starkville article by Aundrea Self for WCBI
Heather’s book recs:
“The Girls in the Stilt House” by Kelly Mustian
“When You Find Me” by P.J. Vernon
Follow your dreams and follow us on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @onthescenepod
Heather’s Instagram: @hheatherrhea — Twitter: @JournalistHRH
Emma’s Instagram: @emmadotson — Twitter: @emma_dotson3
Also follow our guest Allyson Crocker & Music Makers
Instagram: @allysoncrocker & @msu_mmp
Send us an email if you’d like to guest star or sponsor the pod: [email protected]
Find The Reflector online! reflector-online.com
Instagram, Twitter: @reflectoronline — Facebook: The Reflector
Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to On the Scene!
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56min

FAQs about On the Scene:

How many episodes does On the Scene have?

The podcast currently has 38 episodes available.