Best Troy Public Radio Troy University Podcasts (2025)

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The Talk of TROY - Helen Keller Lecture Series - May 2nd, 2025 4:13

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This week, Fox News Contributor Johnny “Joey” Jones spoke at Troy University’s annual Helen Keller Lecture. The series shines a light on the challenges and achievements of people with physical limitations.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "The Comedy Opera Princess Ida & 25 Years of Opus 3" - April 25th, 2025 4:16

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TROY Public Radio’s classical music program Opus 3 has launched over 890 episodes in its 25-year history. To celebrate, we sat down with the brain and voice behind the show, as TROY Public Radio’s Addison Minton reports. And, Troy University’s Opera Workshop is staging Princess Ida, a comedy opera telling the tale of two kingdoms... and one unwante…

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The Talk of TROY - "Gatsby Parties & Tiny Desk Radio" - April 18th, 2025 4:00

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This week, we'll celebrate 100 years of the classic novel, The Great Gatsby. And, NPR is launching Tiny Desk Radio. We'll take a look behind the concert desk on The Talk of TROY.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Uncle Louis's House & Walk Hard" - March 28th, 2025 4:16

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Troy University’s student-produced comedy play, Uncle Louis’s House, is aiming to reconnect audiences with their loved ones... and leave them with a few questions. And, over Spring Break, Troy University fraternity Alpha Tau Omega recently held their annual charity event Walk Hard.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Trojan Day & The 60th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday" 4:13

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Last weekend, Trojan Day welcomed hundreds to see just what Troy University has to offer. Some visitors are already set to be Trojans! And, Selma, Alabama is marking the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, when peaceful protestors were violently beaten by Alabama state troopers while crossing the Edmund Pettus bridge.…

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The Talk of TROY - "Artist Pierre Baulos & Miss Troy University" - March 7th, 2025 4:13

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Miss Troy University 2025 has been crowned! The winner will go on to compete for Miss Alabama, and potentially even Miss America. And, we'll visit Troy's International Arts Center with the newest artist-in-residence.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Global Healthcare Leadership & The TROY TrojanVision App" - Feb. 27, 2025 4:13

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Have you ever considered... running your own hospital? Well, you may be in luck! Troy University is offering a new PhD specialization in Global Healthcare Leadership. And, for fifty years, TROY TrojanVision has only been available on cable tv. Until now!By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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Russian Invasion of Ukraine Reaches Three-Year Milestone - TPR's Speaking Globally 40:51

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Today marks three years since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began. We're talking with Stephen Humphreys, who is about to travel back to Ukraine for the 12th time in that span. After the Battle of Irpin (February 2022), a turning point in the Kyiv offensive during the Russian invasion, Humphreys decided to go to Ukraine, to offer assistance. Since…

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"Bach's Goldberg Variations & Awards for Research" - February 14th, 2025 4:16

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Troy University Director of Jazz Studies Dave Camwell is tackling a challenging piece of music from a legendary composer. And, Troy University faculty and student research has been recognized by the National Communication Association convention held in New Orleans.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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Alabama Sportscaster of the Year Barry McKnight - The Talk of TROY Conversations 4:13

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Longtime Voice of the Trojans Barry McKnight has been recognized as the Alabama Sportscaster of the Year by the National Sports Media Association. Producer Jack Anderson sat down with McKnight to discuss his extensive history with the Trojans stretching over 20 years.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "AL Sportscaster of the Year & Student Journalism Awards" - February 7th, 2025 4:00

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The Voice of the Trojans Barry McKnight recently was named the Alabama sportscaster of the year! And TROY student journalists won several awards themselves last weekend!By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Partnerships in Vietnam and The Leadership Conference" - January 30th, 2025 4:00

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Troy University’s John Robert Lewis Leadership conference is once again aiming to inspire young leaders to follow in the footsteps of the late civil rights legend. And, TROY is bolstering its reputation as Alabama’s international university by building partnerships in Vietnam.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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TPR's Speaking Globally - "North Korea Sends Troops to Aid Russia, Part 2" with Dr. Daniel Pinkston 32:44

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In October, news of North Korean troops deployed in Russia’s war in Ukraine sparked fresh fears of escalation in the conflict. The news also brought fresh scrutiny to North Korea itself and the threat an alliance of so called “dissatisfied states” like North Korea and Russia poses to the global world order. This is the second of our two-part series…

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The Talk of TROY - "Dark Matter & The LGBTQ Literature Read-In" - December 6th, 2024 4:16

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How do you study something that you can’t see? The Troy University Center for Relativity and Cosmology recently posed that question with its Dark Matter in the Universe lecture. Jack Anderson reports. And, 2023 ended with a surge of book bans in Florida and other states. Many of those books feature LGBTQ topics. So, two groups at TROY are partnerin…

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The Talk of TROY - "StoryCorps and Diwali" - November 29th, 2024 4:13

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StoryCorps's Great Thanksgiving Listen is an opportunity for families to get together and interview each other. And, those recordings are uploaded and saved in the Library of Congress. Troy University's International Arts Center recently celebrated Diwali. The event was hosted by the Indian Student Association after a three-year long hiatus.…

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TPR's Speaking Globally - "North Korea Sends Troops to Aid Russia, Part 1" with Dr. Daniel Pinkston 26:17

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In October, news of North Korean troops deployed in Russia’s war in Ukraine sparked fresh fears of escalation in the conflict. The news also brought fresh scrutiny to North Korea itself and the threat an alliance of so called “dissatisfied states” like North Korea and Russia poses to the global world order. Today, we’re going to zero in on North Ko…

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The Talk of TROY - "Debate Club & Patterson Scholarship" - November 15th, 2024 4:20

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Speaking in front of an audience can be frightening, but it’s an extremely useful skill! That’s why a TROY faculty member started a new debate team a year ago, and students are already having success! Producer Brendan Bryan reports. And, after nearly 40 years of service to Troy University, Director of Student Involvement Barbara Patterson has retir…

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The Talk of TROY - "Veterans Scholarship & Veterans Memorial Stadium" - November 8th, 2024 4:20

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Troy University is offering a new military veterans tuition scholarship. And this is part of a long line of initiatives in place to serve members of the armed forces. And, we'll look back at the long history of Veterans Memorial Stadium on TROY's main campus.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Election Season & Beyond a War" - November 4th, 2024 4:16

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Troy University students are getting ready for Super Tuesday, as producer Brendan Bryan reports. And, TROY’s Chancellor Jack Hawkins Jr. served as a marine platoon leader in the Vietnam War. He and a former enemy, now a fellow educator, feature in the new documentary, Beyond a War. TROY Public Radio’s Reana Wallace attended the premiere and has thi…

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The Talk of TROY - "Halloween Storytelling with Bigfoot & Thom Gossom Jr." - October 25th, 2024 4:13

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This week, we'll listen to a spooky story about Sasquatch, and we'll celebrate the second season of Alabama Aloud by visiting Opelika with actor, author, and retired football player Thom Gossom Jr.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Remembering Nall & The Chancellor's Big Decision" - October 5th, 2024 4:20

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This week, we remember renowned artist Fred "Nall" Hollis, and Chancellor Jack Hawkins Jr. announces his decision not to retire next year.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY Conversations - Madison Faile's New Exhibit, The End of Summer - October 3rd, 2024 4:22

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Producer Joey Hudson sits down with Troy University graduate Madison Faile to discuss Faile's newest exhibition on display in the International Arts Center.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY Conversations - Director of Troy University's Jazz Band Dave Camwell 4:20

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Producer Brendan Bryan talks with Dave Camwell about his band Covert Ensemble and the process of rearranging music in a modern form.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Homelessness Awareness Through Art" - August 30th, 2024 4:20

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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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The Talk of TROY Conversations - Director of Student Involvement Barbara Patterson 4:20

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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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The Talk of TROY Conversations - Barry McKnight, the Voice of the Trojans 4:20

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Troy University’s Sports Broadcasting Director Barry McKnight has a recognizable name, but an even more iconic voice. And now, as Producer Brendan Bryan tells us, McKnight is hosting the new podcast, Trojans Talk Research.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Onto the Balance Beam & Into the Woods" - April 26th, 2024 4:15

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Troy University’s new gymnastics team is already springing to great heights. After just one year of competing, the squad of life-long gymnasts and first-timers.... have become champions! Producer Emily Mosier jumps in. And, in 1987, Stephan Sondheim’s musical Into the Woods debuted to much critical and commercial acclaim. Now, a new production take…

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The Talk of TROY - "Clarinet Day & Walk Hard" - March 29th, 2024 4:15

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A clarinet professor at Troy University is working to bring the instrument the respect it deserves through Clarinet Day. Producer Jack Anderson has the story. And, over Spring Break, Troy University fraternity Alpha Tau Omega recently held their annual charity event Walk Hard. That’s a 128.3-mile trek across two states! Producer Chris Ahlf reports.…

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The Talk of TROY - "Artist Talk: Comedian & Joining Alabama's Birding Trails" - March 22nd, 2024 4:15

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Comedians don’t usually headline the International Arts Center, but currently there’s an exhibit on display that might make you think they do. The artist, Winfred Hawkins, blends dark humor with digital art and works on canvas. TROY Public Radio’s Chris Ahlf paints the full picture. And, bird is the word this week! Thanks to restoration efforts at …

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Conversations: Artist Winfred Hawkins 4:37

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Producer Chris Ahlf sits down with Winfred Hawkins, the artist behind the new exhibition, "Comedian". It earns its title by balancing dark humor with social commentary.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Commemorating Bloody Sunday & International Women's Day" - March 8th, 2024 4:15

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This week, we'll check in with Troy University's student journalists, who recently visited Selma to cover the 59th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. We'll also find out how TROY celebrated International Women's Day.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Hosting SEJC & African American Literature Read-in" - March 1st, 2023 4:15

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Last weekend, Troy University hosted the Southeastern Journalism Conference, or SEJC. And, former Troy Public Radio producers won awards! Also, the main campus library has hosted the English Honor Society's annual African American read-in.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Two New Podcasts: 'In Choir' and 'On Leadership'" - February 23rd, 2024 4:15

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TROY Public Radio recently launched two new podcasts, and this week, we’re taking you behind the scenes of both.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "CHAOS & Miss Troy University" - February 16th, 2024 4:00

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Troy University’s Department of Theatre and Dance is staging its first narrative dance show in several years: Chaos, the story of how it all began. This is specifically the version from Greek myth. But, there’s a modern twist. Producer Chris Ahlf has the tale. And a new Miss Troy University has been crowned. The competition is about more than just …

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The Talk of TROY - "NATO Leader Student Reporting & TROY's Leadership Conference" - Feb. 9, 2024 4:15

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Troy University recently held its annual leadership conference dedicated to the late Civil Rights Legend John Lewis. The goal is to encourage people from different cultural backgrounds to collaborate and get into good trouble, as Producer Ariyid Hightower reports. And last week, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg visited Lockheed Martin’s weap…

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The Talk of TROY - "The Random Public Radio Donation & Living Shorelines" - February 2nd, 2024 4:15

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Producer Chris Ahlf reports on a generous donation presented by Neil Patrick Harris and Ira Glass. And shoreline erosion means the Pointe-au-Chene tribe is losing land... but two Troy University professors have joined a team creating a solution. Producer Brendan Bryan reports.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - "Sunbelt Champions & Museum Upgrades" - January 26th, 2024 4:15

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Cheers echoed on TROY’s main campus last December as the Trojans took home a Sunbelt Championship for the second year in a row. And some fans took home a souvenir, as Producer Jack Anderson reports. And, thanks to a $150,000 grant, The Rosa Parks Museum on Troy University’s Montgomery campus has reopened with brand new technology! The goal is to gi…

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The Talk of TROY - "TROY Professor's New Thriller Novel & Kay Ivey Visits Campus" - Jan. 19th, 2024 4:11

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A Troy University professor has just released his debut novel! The thriller is centered around a trial involving forbidden romance. Producer Jack Anderson has the story. And, last week, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey visited TROY's main campus to celebrate broadband expansion in the wiregrass region... and across the state! Producer Brendan Bryan connec…

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TPR’s Speaking Globally - ”Israel-Hamas War” with Anton La Guardia 35:36

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In the months since Hamas' devastating surprise attack on October 7th, Israel has responded with a massive air campaign and ground offensive in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to eliminate Hamas, but international pressure is mounting for Israel to scale back its operation as the civilian death toll continues to climb. On …

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The Talk of TROY - ”Sounds of the Season & Remember Love Recovery Project” - December 1, 2023 4:14

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This year’s Sounds of the Season is set during a 1940s Holiday radio show complete with a missing star singer, a swinging jazz band, and a grumpy boss, as producer Brendan Bryan reports. And, earlier this month, the Remember Love Recovery Project collaborated with TROY’s International Arts Center to create a way for people to share experiences abou…

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The Talk of TROY - ”SAMLA & The Great Thanksgiving Listen” - November 17th, 2023 4:15

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SAMLA was the word for two Troy students and their professor. SAMLA stands for South Atlantic Modern Language Association and the conference they attended in Atlanta was a great first professional opportunity, as producer Brendan Bryan reports. And, every year on the day after Thanksgiving, the oral history project Storycorps holds its National Day…

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The Talk of TROY - ”Alabama Aloud & Speech Tournament” - November 10th, 2023 4:15

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Earlier this year, TROY Public Radio launched the podcast “Alabama Aloud.” The audiobook-style podcast gives new life to classic short stories from famous authors like Truman Capote and F. Scott Fitzgerald. And it highlights regional writers, as Producer Emily Mosier reports. And, TROY’s Hall School of Journalism and Communication recently held the…

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The Talk of TROY - ”Making Fire & Divining Water” - November 3rd, 2023 4:15

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This week, we visit Troy University's arboretum to learn about the techniques our ancestors used to create fire. And, we go behind the scenes of the new play, The Diviners, about a young boy with a terrible fear of water but an extraordinary talent to find it.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - ”The Commemorative Clock & TROYapalooza” - October 27th, 2023 4:15

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As October draws to a close, that can only mean... two things: Halloween... and TROYapalooza, Troy University’s annual Fall celebration! There was rock climbing, live performances, free food, and more! And we revisit the four-faced clock commemorating Jack Hawkins Jr.'s 34 years as chancellor of Troy University.…

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The Talk of TROY - ”Hispanic Heritage through Food & The Tropolitan Newspaper” - October 20th, 2023 4:15

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With the help of Troy University's Small Business Development Center, two brothers have a business that's as hot as their sauce! And, we stop the presses to bring you a look at the history of The Tropolitan student newspaper.By Troy Public Radio - Troy University

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The Talk of TROY - ”’From the Hive’ & Veterans Memorial Stadium” - October 13th, 2023 4:15

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Troy University's International Arts Center was buzzing last Thursday with the reception of “From the Hive”. The new exhibit explores the cultural evolution of the symbol of the ‘goddess’ as PJ Heath reports. Veterans Memorial Stadium was built for a mere $65,000, which was big money in 1950. In its first years of existence the stadium seated 5,000…

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The Talk of TROY - ”Banned Book Week & TROY Student and Graduate Films” 4:15

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Libraries across the country are marking banned book week with a variety of activities, and Troy is no exception. This week, Troy University Libraries held a number of special events and Producer Jackson Tucker went to one of them. And, Troy University students and graduates were recently selected to compete in the Mentone Film Festival in Southern…

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The Talk of TROY - ”New Doctoral Programs & Remembering Robert W. Smith” - September 29th, 2023 4:15

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Troy University will soon be offering new doctoral programs! This is a big step towards establishing TROY as a research institution, as Producer PJ Heath reports. And, TROY's Music Industry Program Coordinator Robert Smith died last week due to complications from heart surgery. He was 64. Smith was known internationally for his talents as a compose…

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The Talk of TROY - ”Excellence in Online Education & Oyster Habitat Research” - September 1st, 2023 4:15

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Troy University has been recognized as one of the 100 best online colleges in the nation by the college guidance system Abound. TROY has many online options and Producer PJ Heath spoke with people both teaching and taking courses. And, have you ever thought about what an oyster’s dream home would be? Well, TROY’s environmental science faculty have!…

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The Talk of TROY - ”’Exploration of the Youniverse’ & Student Organizations” - August 25th, 2023 4:15

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The Rosa Parks Museum on the Troy Montgomery campus recently launched “Exploration of the Youniverse, Vol. 2" in the first-floor gallery hall. The vibrant artwork encourages viewers not only to search for meaning in the pieces, but also within themselves. Host Jaelanne Thomas reports. And, as you probably already know, The Talk of TROY is a student…

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