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.

Podcasting since 2026 • 4 episodes

The Metroscope | News, Politics & Current Events

Latest Episodes

Episode 4: Pursuing an Academic Career as a Non-Traditional Student with Andre Anderson

Thank you for tuning in!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 ...

May 06, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 4 • 59:36

Episode 3: Organizing 101 with MAPLer Julie Johnson

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 reg...

March 12, 2026 • 1:06:07

Episode 2: An Interview with Justin Shukuru

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...

February 20, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 2 • 48:23

Episode 1: The Introduction

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.

January 15, 2026 • 37:59

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