The Talk of Troy is voices and sounds from the campuses of Troy University. Each week we bring you sound rich stories and fresh ideas from the heart of the Trojan community.
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Clarinet Corner is an exploration of music involving the clarinet. The show features music across genres including: classical, jazz, world, film music, and rock. And the lively conversation includes topics such as: musical history and practice, social justice, playing in a film orchestra, and colorful stories about jazz players. You don't have to be a clarinet player or a musician to join in, host Tim Phillips makes the show accessible to everyone!
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Mad Melodies is a student produced podcast and a production of Troy Public Radio. It was lovingly and fiercely created by Marissa Lacey and Jaelanne Thomas, who get help from their fellow music loving audio masters. We talk about music on Troy’s campuses, how it gets made and whose listening. And you may just hear your next favorite musical obsession. Mad Melodies is available on PRX.org, NPR One, and wherever you get your podcasts. So subscribe and join our madness!
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Join the conversation each weekday on ”In Focus” as host Carolyn Hutcheson talks with: artists, historians, experts, environmentalists, musicians, authors, and other big thinkers and change makers. Carolyn brings her three decades of on-air experience, her curious mind, and her warm conversational style to each episode. We hope you join us and take time to bring your world, In Focus.
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A podcast and conversation where we take time to explore different parts or our world and the forces affecting them. Walter Givhan, a retired Air Force General and the President of the Alabama World Affairs Council hosts Speaking Globally which brings together expert voices from around the globe for conversations about culture, context, and issues that matter.
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Alabama Arts Radio is a weekly Radio Program that airs on WTSU, Troy Public Radio, Tuesdays at 9:00 to 9:30 P.M., broadcasting mainly in the south Alabama
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“On Leadership” from Troy University and Troy Public Radio is hosted by TROY Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., the longest serving CEO of a public university in America and a decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran. Each episode features Dr. Hawkins’ commentary on strategies for leadership success and the vital role leaders play in shaping communities and organizations.
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Essential news for the St. Louis region. Every weekday, in about 8 to 10 minutes, you can learn about the top stories of the day, while also hearing longer stories that bring context and humanity to the issues and ideas that affect life in the region. Music by Ryan McNeely of Adult Fur.
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The Arts Association of East Alabama has brought world-renowned performers to the Opelika Center for the Performing Arts for over three decades. Through its yearly performance series, community sponsored events, and sponsorship of future artist and musicians, AAEA serves as a valued community resource and treasure.
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Plum Luv Foods live is the Number One digital audio live food talk show heard live on Spreaker, Stitcher radio, Iheart radio, Spotify Thursday Nights at 10pm and archived to Itunes and everywhere podcasts are downloaded. Plum Luv Foods Live is Hosted by culinary and TV vet Chef Plum. Chef Plum is the host of “Edible on the Road” for “Edible Magazine, Seasoned on NPR, Restaurant Road Trip, and has had multiple appearances on The Food Network, CBS, ABC, BET, and was the host of the nationally ...
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the worlds strongest hustler King Bumpaveli is a hip hop annalist and a Fan of the hip hop game especially the 88 to 2000. He keeps up to Date with entertainment news only if its interesting enough where he can drop his funny but sometimes truthful opinion on the situations. interviews with known and unknown artist djs actors music, . you will be hearing him on these never heard public episodes from different platforms like live89fm and blaze1 radio plus his own some episodes will be rough b ...
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In 1991, seven black and five white jurors convicted Troy Davis of murder in the shooting death of Savannah police officer Mark MacPhail. Davis sat on Georgia’s deathrow for 20 years. Leading up to his execution, there were mass protests. Some of Davis’ supporters included Pope Benedict XVI, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, and former Republican Congressman Bob Barr of Georiga. Their efforts to stop the execution weren’t successful. On September 21, 2011, the state of Georgia executed Tro ...
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"Silent Cavalry" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 31, 2024
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Pulitzer Prize - winning writer Howell Raines talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus for The Storyline book series about his family's Civil War story and his book, "Silent Cavalry, How Union Soldiers From Alabama Helped Sherman Burn Atlanta - And Then Got Written Out of History." The author's research revealed that conflict between "mountain whit…
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The Talk of TROY - "Homelessness Awareness Through Art" - August 30th, 2024
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A new sculpture exhibition at Troy University's Rosa Parks Museum is helping bring awareness to the struggle of those affected by homelessness. Also, we commemorate an ornate clock built in front of Smith Hall that honors Jack Hawkins Jr.'s 35 years and counting as chancellor at Troy University.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University
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Friday, August 30 - Midwest preps for legal fights over water
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The Western U.S. has seen decades of disputes over water. Now climate change could bring more water scarcity to the Midwest. That’s left states like Missouri wondering if the thirst for water could be headed this way. St. Louis Public Radio’s Kate Grumke reports.
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"Newswrap Wraps Up a Busy Month" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 30, 2024
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On The Newswrap,Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about a dust-up between two state agencies over federal funds for mental health assistance for veterans. And Todd's Wildcard is just in time for football season!By Troy Public Radio
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A Conversation with Clarinetist Chris Mothersole
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Host Tim Phillips sits down with Chris Mothersole, Instructor of Clarinet & Chamber Music at the University of West Georgia, to discuss his diverse career.By Troy Public Radio
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"Coping with Grief" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 29, 2024
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August 30th is National Grief Awareness Day, and Troy Public Radio Director Kyle Gassiott talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about losing his mother unexpectedly at Christmas, and then his beloved pet. He stressed the importance of getting help and described the type of weekend retreat that helped him process his loss. The Grief Crisis Line i…
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Thursday, August 29 - Loving and leading The Mark Twain National Forest
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The Mark Twain National Forest includes more than 1.5 million acres of land across southern Missouri and hosts more than half a million visitors a year. Vince Keeler is the new forest supervisor as of this month. He sat down with St. Louis Public Radio’s Jonathan Ahl to talk about his vision to manage the land in terms of conservation and recreatio…
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Wednesday, August 28 - "We Shall Not Be Moved"
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61 years ago this week—the Jefferson Bank protests paved the way for the region’s very own civil rights movement. St. Louis Public Radio’s Marissanne Lewis-Thompson reports the demonstrations are the center of the new play “We Shall Not Be Moved: The Jefferson Bank Protest.”
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"Army Aviation Museum"-TPR's In Focus - Aug. 27,2024
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The In Focus Tri-State Travel Series checks in with the U.S. Army Aviation Museum at Fort Novosel in Daleville, Alabama. Curator Bryant Macfarlane talks with Carolyn Hutcheson about presidential helicopters and drones, including the one made by Marilyn Monroe!By Troy Public Radio
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Tuesday, August 27 - The history and future of Jacoby Arts Center
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In about a month, the longtime arts center in Alton will be moving from its current building — with no official plan to return. What’s led to the departure of the Jacoby Arts Center from that building has some Metro East residents worried about what’s to come. St. Louis Public Radio’s Will Bauer reports on the uncertainty for a staple of downtown A…
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The police killing of Michael Brown Junior and the Ferguson uprising that followed inspired music, visual art, and poetry, including this untitled poem from Ferguson inspired word artist Pacia Elaine Anderson.
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Plumluvfoods WICC EP 4 Local Fish with James Beard winner David Standridge
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On this episode we chat with fish expert and James Beard award winner Chef David Standridge, WE discuss awards his new documentry plus cooking aome strange fish with tip[s on how anyone can do it!By Chef Plum
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"Colonel Custard Takes the WIldcard in Guest Hosted Newswrap" - TPR's In Focus - Aug 23, 2024
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Jeff Sanders, Executive Producer and Correspondent for Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, fills in for Todd Stacy today on The Newswrap. Jeff talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the enthusiasm displayed at the Democratic National Convention, and how Alabama Democrats hope it translates into votes in the upcoming District Two Co…
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Friday, August 23 - Twists in the case of Marcellus Williams
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On Wednesday afternoon, supporters of Marcellus Williams were relieved. A deal reached with prosecutors meant he would not be executed for a 1998 murder they believed he did not commit. But the deal fell apart in less than 24 hours. That means Williams could be executed on September 24th. St. Louis Public Radio’s Rachel Lippmann and Jonathan Ahl la…
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Thursday, August 22 - Chief Troy Doyle on Ferguson's path forward
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When a Ferguson police officer shot and killed Michael Brown ten years ago, it brought policing in the city under scrutiny - and federal oversight. A familiar face is now in charge of the path forward. St. Louis Public Radio's Rachel Lippmann has this profile Troy Doyle.
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"Spencer's Pawbook Teaches Kindness" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 22, 2024
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Although school means learning new subjects, it also means learning how to get along with others. Retired teacher Liz Fryer, author of "Spencer's 'Pawbook' of Wisdom," talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about teaching children the value of kindness, friendship, and helpfulness.By Troy Public Radio
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"The Top 10 of Apple's Top 100 Albums" - August 2024
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Bandmates and Co-hosts Jack Anderson and Nate Braisted tell the stories behind the top albums chosen by professional music reviewers, and they throw in their own recommendations as well.By Troy Public Radio
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"Recalling the Gettysburg Reunion of 1913" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 21, 2024
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Although the U.S. Civil War remains a controversial topic, the example set by veterans who attended North - South reunions after the war sheds new light on their spirit of reconciliation. Historian Calvin Chappelle, Site Director of two Alabama Historical Commission parks - Confederate Memorial Park and Fort Toulouse-Jackson Park, talks with Caroly…
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Wednesday, August 21 - Subsidizing the fight against abortion
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The Missouri Legislature expanded a tax credit for people who donate to crisis pregnancy centers right around the same time that the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. The resulting prohibition of nearly all abortions in Missouri led those pregnancy centers to take on a new tactic: taking their efforts to other states. St. Louis Public Radio’s J…
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Tuesday, August 20 - Helping immigrant farmers put down roots
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Latino immigrant farmers in the Midwest face many obstacles starting their own business, especially when it comes to finding financial assistance. Federal grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture can help, but those can be challenging to access. As Isa Luzarraga from the Midwest Newsroom reports, nonprofit organizations are stepping in to hel…
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We chat with tomato farmer Trout Gaskins plus the Vulgar chef stops by to help us figure out what makes the perfect totmato sandwich!By Chef Plum
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Monday, August 19 - Kids still coping after KC parade shooting
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In February, twenty-five Kansas City Chiefs Fans went to Union Station to celebrate the Super Bowl victory, and left with bullet wounds. Nearly half of them were under 18. Countless more children experienced the trauma first-hand. More than 6 months later, these kids continue to endure fear, anger, sleep problems, Peggy Lowe reports, as part of ong…
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Friday, August 16 - Groundbreaking soil research
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Science has been studying the growing of crops for a long time, but the study of soil is relatively new. Researchers are finding that there’s a lot to be learned about how farming has impacted soil over the decades. As Harvest Public Media’s Jim Meadows reports, that research could be greatly helped by the discovery of soil samples over a century o…
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Thursday, August 15 - Carl Phillips, prestigious and personal
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Poet Carl Phillips taught at Washington University for 30 years before winning the Pulitzer Prize in Poetry last year. He retired at the end of the school year. His new collection is out now. It’s called “Scattered Snows, to the North” and it includes poems about memory, sex and the natural world.St. Louis Public Radio’s Jeremy Goodwin asked Philli…
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"Avoiding Scams Designed as Political Polls" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 15, 2024
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During the election season, the Better Business Bureau cautions people to be aware that scammers are using political surveys and fraudulent voter registration forms to gain personal information. Monde Donaldson, with the BBB Serving Central and South Alabama, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about tactics scammers are using.…
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"Calhoun County War of 1860 to Become Modern Day Movie" - TPR's In Focus - Aug 14, 2024
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Historian Dale Cox talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the film he is making about the Calhoun County War of 1860 in the Florida Panhandle. Cox is the author of 19 books and has enjoyed a 25-year career managing award-winning T.V. and print news operations in several states. More information about the movie can be found on Facebook about…
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Wednesday, August 14 - The State Fair Fire Department
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Keeping the 300,000 who visit the small town of Sedalia for the Missouri State Fair requires a big, temporary, volunteer fire department.
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The Talk of TROY Conversations - Director of Student Involvement Barbara Patterson
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Producer Brendan Bryan talks with Barbara Patterson about her recent retirement after serving the school as director of student involvement for over 40 years.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University
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Its all about the summer staple Watermelon! Guests: Dr. Jenn Stagg Alex P Taylor G PatelBy Chef Plum
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"Spencer's Pawbook Sparks Kindness" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 13, 2024
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Retired teacher and author Elizabeth Fryer of Troy talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about her latest book, "Spencer's 'Pawbook' of Wisdom," based on her observations of the late Sir Spencer Pug, her beloved dog, and his selfless interactions with people and other dogs. The book can be used with children, to teach the principles of kindness.…
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Tuesday, August 13 - Frog hunting in Missouri
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Missouri frog hunting season is underway. Conservation experts say it's a slightly cruel but necessary practice to balance the ecosystem. Hunters say the frogs are a tasty but time-consuming snack.
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Monday, August 12 - Bill DeWitt III, the artist
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He's known as the president of the St. Louis Cardinals. So visitors to a new exhibition at a St. Louis art gallery might be confused when they see his name at the corner of a collection of works.
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Saturday, August 10 - Episode 2 of We Live Here
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The second episode of We Live Here: 10 Years After The Ferguson Uprising looks at the citizen journalist/activists that documented the protests.
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"The Wildcard is All Aflutter in Friday Newswrap" - TPR's In Focus - Aug. 9, 2024
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On The Newswrap, Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the Democratic Vice-Presidential pick, Tim Walz, and how he may or may not resonate with voters in Alabama's Second Congressional District. And Todd's Wildcard is all aflutter.…
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