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Central Speaks: A UCM Podcast

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by UCM Office of Integrated Marketing and Communications

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Welcome to Central Speaks, the podcast that puts the spotlight on the dedicated individuals who propel the University of Central Missouri forward. On each episode, we delve into the stories of those who embody UCM’s spirit of innovation and service, showcasing the transformative work that redefines what’s possible on our campus and beyond. Central Speaks is all about hearing directly from UCM’s changemakers as they share how they push boundaries and inspire colleagues and students—redefining what’s possible, every day.

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May 14, 2026

How UCM Meets the Moment: President Roger Best on the Three C’s

<a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">University of Central Missouri </a>(UCM) President Roger Best joins Central Speaks to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping higher education today, and how faculty and staff can help UCM meet this moment in service to students.The conversation centers on what he describes as the “three C’s”: communication, change and community. President Best shares his perspective on the external forces affecting colleges and universities, the importance of clear and transparent communication, the growing influence of technology and artificial intelligence, and the role of belonging in supporting student success.He also highlights strategic partnerships, innovative programs, and the day-to-day work of helping UCM adapt while staying true to its mission of Education for Service. Throughout the conversation, President Best underscores that student success is not the responsibility of one office, department, or program. It depends on the collective efforts of faculty and staff across the university.And yes, we also get to the bottom of what happened to the pastries at Pastries with the President. Plus, stick around for a Final Fun Fact you won’t want to miss. Learn more about President Best <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/about/university-leadership/ucm-president/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">here.</a> <ul><li>Visit the Central Speaks website <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/central-speaks/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a><a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/central-speaks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.</a></li><li>Email Alex to nominate a future guest <a href="mailto:jgreenwood@ucmo.edu">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a><a href="mailto:jgreenwood@ucmo.edu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a>.</li><li>Listen on Apple Podcasts <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/central-speaks-a-ucm-podcast/id1768828779">⁠⁠⁠⁠</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/lu/podcast/central-speaks-a-ucm-podcast/id1768828779" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">here⁠⁠⁠⁠.</a></li><li>Visit the updated UCM News Bureau <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/">⁠⁠⁠</a><a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">here⁠⁠⁠</a>.</li></ul> © 2026 University of Central Missouri. All rights reserved. Central Speaks is a production of the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/offices/integrated-marketing-and-communications/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">UCM Office of Integrated Marketing and Communications.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ </a>Hosted by Alex Greenwood, director of university communications. Recorded at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ <a href="https://www.kmos.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">KMOS PBS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠;</a> engineered by Josh Tomlinson.

May 4, 2026

Susan Smedley on IMC, Storytelling, and Service

In this episode, Alex Greenwood talks with Vice President for the <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/offices/integrated-marketing-and-communications/" target="_blank">Office of Integrated Marketing and Communications,</a> Susan Smedley, about how IMC supports the University of Central Missouri (UCM) through strategy, storytelling, and service.Susan shares her path from advertising and private industry into higher education, and how that experience shapes her belief in access, opportunity and student success.The conversation also covers IMC’s role on campus, why brand consistency matters, how campus partners can work with IMC more effectively and why early collaboration leads to better results.At its core, Susan says, IMC exists to help UCM tell its stories well while supporting the university’s mission of “Education for service.”Listen in, and be sure to stick around after the credits for a sneak peek at our next episode. <ul><li>Visit the Central Speaks website <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/central-speaks/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a>.</li><li>Email Alex to nominate a future guest <a href="mailto:jgreenwood@ucmo.edu">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a>.</li></ul><ul><li>Listen on Apple Podcasts <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/central-speaks-a-ucm-podcast/id1768828779">⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠</a>.</li><li>Visit the updated UCM News Bureau <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/">⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠</a>.</li></ul> © 2026 University of Central Missouri. All rights reserved. Central Speaks is a production of the<a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/offices/integrated-marketing-and-communications/index.php">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ UCM Office of Integrated Marketing and Communications.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> Hosted by Alex Greenwood. Recorded at<a href="https://www.kmos.org/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ KMOS PBS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a>; engineered by Josh Tomlinson.

April 27, 2026

From Undecided to Graduated with Maggie Segnitz

In this episode, Dr. Maggie Segnitz, Director of the <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/current-students/student-services/success-advising/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Success Advising Center</a> at the University of Central Missouri, shares insights into success advising, its role in student achievement, and how it differs from traditional advising. Discover how <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">UCM</a> supports students from undecided majors to graduation and the importance of relationship-building in higher education. <ul><li>Visit the Central Speaks website <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/central-speaks/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a>.</li><li>Email Alex to nominate a future guest <a href="mailto:jgreenwood@ucmo.edu" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a>.</li></ul><ul><li>Listen on Apple Podcasts <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/central-speaks-a-ucm-podcast/id1768828779" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠</a>.</li><li>Visit the updated UCM News Bureau <a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/news/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠here⁠⁠</a>.</li></ul> © 2026 University of Central Missouri. All rights reserved. Central Speaks is a production of the<a href="https://www.ucmo.edu/offices/integrated-marketing-and-communications/index.php" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ UCM Office of Integrated Marketing and Communications.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a> Hosted by Alex Greenwood. Recorded at<a href="https://www.kmos.org/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ KMOS PBS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a>; engineered by Josh Tomlinson.

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What is Central Speaks: A UCM Podcast?: Welcome to Central Speaks, the podcast that puts the spotlight on the dedicated individuals who propel the University of Central Missouri forward. On each episode, we delve into the stories of those who embody UCM’s spirit of innovation and service, showcasing the transformative work that redefines what’s possible on our campus and beyond.

Central Speaks is all about hearing directly from UCM’s changemakers as they share how they push boundaries and inspire colleagues and students—redefining what’s possible, every day.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates bi-weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 6 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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