The Metroscope | News, Politics & Current Events

The Metroscope | News, Politics & Current Events

The Metroscope is your source for news, politics, current events, and special interest stories. Produced by The Metropolitan student newspaper in Saint Paul, Minnesota, our podcast embraces diverse viewpoints, reflecting the true spectrum of political thought and individual experience. We bring timely coverage of student journalism and current events that matter to you.

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May 6, 2026 59 mins


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In this episode, my fellow MAPLer Andre Anderson and I discuss our journeys as non traditional students and what brought us to Metro State. We also discuss community and why it is so important for helping one find their purpose as well as a sense of belonging. We also discuss personal empowerment and how simply showing up can lead to new and unexpected opportunities for personal growth.

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Our guest for this episode is Julie Johnson, an organizer with well-over 5 years of organizing experience. She is also in the Master of Advocacy and Political Leadership graduate program at Metro State and shares some of her infinite wisdom regarding the world of political and community organizing. 

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February 20, 2026 48 mins

In our latest episode, I (James) sit down with Justin Shukuru, the young, ambitious entrepreneur who came from a refugee camp in Africa and has now written a book about his experiences. Written from a place of inspiration and hope, I Wasn't Invited, I Showed Up Anyway reads like a cross between an autobiography, a self-help manual, and the Book of Proverbs with many lessons to teach each and every one of us. 

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January 15, 2026 37 mins

In what is our very first episode of The Metroscope, Luke Boudewyns and James Berreth discuss how a small, independent student paper started its own podcast and what we hope for The Metroscope in the future. 

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