In this episode of Real Mississippi, we delve into the systemic health inequities affecting Mississippi. We investigate how poverty, limited healthcare access, and racial disparities contribute to the state’s poor health outcomes. Through interviews with experts like Dr. Torrance Green and Dr. Julius Kato, we uncover how policy decisions, such as the refusal to expand Medicaid, have exacerbated these challenges. Byhighlighting real-life stories and expert insights, the podcast offers actionable solutions including Medicaid expansion, investment in rural healthcare, and community-driven public health initiatives. Ultimately, the episode advocates for urgent, systemic reforms to ensure a healthier, more equitable future for all Mississippians.

Mississippi’s history of religious segregation actively harms the state’s future. Most Christian African Americans and white Americans attend congregations of the same race. This prevents the valuable exchange of cultural knowledge needed to succeed in a diverse society. For a better future, Mississippi’s people must acknowledge a past of prejudice, and move forward as a unified church. We decided to interview a handful of MSMS’s student’s and faculty from all different backgrounds to gauge the movement of Mississippi’s churches towards diversity. 

With over 90% of Americans listening to music via a music streaming service, music has a wide impact on us, and it’s important to understand why and how. "Music’s Effect on Us" is a student podcast discussing the effects of listening to music, specifically how music can be used as a coping mechanism, as well as creating said music, and how the emotions a genre evokes can change over time.

This podcast, written by Jayden Wagner and produced by Shaw Prewitt, discusses the benefits of organized sports for communities, for individuals' mental health and self-esteem, and as a catapult to university.

In this podcast I’ll discuss how tipping is viewed, interviewing servers about their personal experiences. I will suggest ways to make the issue on tipping better.

In "Beyond the Plate," we dig into what’s really going on with food in Mississippi, from the rise of ultra-processed foods to struggling small farmers. Are community driven solutions and policy changes even possible? Come with us as we dive into the world of food, culture and sustainability, and how we can work to build a healthier future for Mississippi. Its rich culinary heritage and the comfort of Southern cooking, however, often hide a more serious crisis of food insecurity, poor health, and environmental problems in agriculture.

Imagine a child sitting in class, but their mind is elsewhere—haunted by the violence they experience daily. In Jackson, Mississippi, this is a reality for many kids, and it’s affecting their ability to learn, grow, and dream. But what if we could change that? What if, together, we could create a community where kids are safe, supported, and free to reach their full potential? This episode dives deep into how violence impacts children, how that affects their future, and what we can do to break the cycle. Tune in to learn how we can help them build a brighter future.

“How Activities Help Heal the Mind” is an episode on ways to improve mental health without using medication. In the episode, we talk about ways people were able to feel better from doing activities such as working out, going on walks, and just forgetting about it. Our goal is to focus on approaches that have worked for people and share those solutions with others who struggle with their mental health. If you want a non-medicated way to take of your mental health, this episode is for you.

During this podcast, we explore the significant impact language barriers have on the healthcare system. Through a personal account of an individual affected by these barriers and insights from healthcare professionals, we explore the challenges that arise when inefficient communication causes misunderstandings. Although overcoming language barriers is not an immediate fix, we discuss practical solutions and strategies that could improve patient care and also make healthcare more accessible to everyone.

Young student and martial artist Enoch Clardy examines whether Mixed Martial Arts can benefit Mississippi. He interviews Noel McMichael, a world champion and 24-time national taekwondo champion and jiu-jitsu promoter, alongside his best friend and wrestling teammate, Jayden Wagner. Together, they discuss the personal impact MMA has had on their lives and explore how the sport could contribute to Mississippi’s communities through discipline, opportunity, and growth.