Join us for today's episode with Professor of Music and Director of Bands, Dr. Gary Schallert, as he discusses the 100th anniversary of WKU Bands! Tickets for the 100th anniversary performances are available at https://wkubands.ludus.com/index.php.
3 Apr 2025
Department of English: Fabián Álvarez
On today's episode, Associate Professor of English, Fabián Álvarez, discusses his life growing up in rural West Texas, what led him to becoming an English professor, and some of his favorite dishes to cook.
6 Mar 2025
Department of Music: Dr. Matthew Herman
Join us for today's episode with Associate Professor of Music Theory and Composition, Dr. Matthew Herman, as they discuss what made them become a composer, their process of composing music, and why they like to collaborate with writers/journalists.
30 Jan 2025
Department of English: Jess Folk
On today's episode, we talk with Associate Professor and Creative Writing Advisor, Jess Folk, about how she got into screenwriting. Keep listening until the end to hear an exclusive snippet from her screenplay, Tallie!
22 Nov 2024
Department of Modern Languages: Nesma Soliman
Join us for today's episode with Fulbright Scholar and MA English student, Nesma Soliman, as she discusses the similarities and differences between Egypt and the United States, the richness of the Arabic language, and her favorite Egyptian food.
14 Oct 2024
PCAL Dean's Office: Dean Terrance Brown
We're back for the second season of PCAST: Empowered by PCAL! On this episode, guest host Jessica Luna interviews Dean Terrance Brown about his musical background, woodworking skills, and more.
9 May 2024
PCAL Spring 2024 Graduates: Maddie Miller & Maggie Corlew
Guest host, Wyatt Parker, talks with graduates, Maggie Corlew and Maddie Miller, in this graduation-themed episode of PCAST: Empowered by PCAL.
25 Apr 2024
Department of Modern Languages: Dr. Alex Poole
Guest host, Jessica Luna, talks with Department of Modern Languages chair, Dr. Alex Poole, about the importance of learning a second language, regional linguistic differences in the United States, and Dr. Poole's unpopular food opinions.
4 Apr 2024
Department of History: Dr. Andrew Rosa
On today's episode, we talk with Associate Professor of History, Dr. Andrew Rosa, about his research on scholar activism and St. Clair Drake, social justice, and how social media is being utilized for current social justice movements.
15 Mar 2024
Department of Folk Studies & Anthropology: Camille Acosta
"Folklore is one of the only things we have that helps us survive." Join us as we learn about folklore and the beauty of Latinx horror with KFP Folklife Specialist, Camille Acosta!
6 Mar 2024
School of Media & Communication: Ryan Dearbone
On today's episode, we talk with Assistant Professor of Broadcasting, Ryan Dearbone, about the Broadcasting program at WKU, the differences between broadcasting and sports broadcasting, and his favorite food to eat after running a marathon! If you are interested in learning more about the WKU Broadcasting program, please visit https://www.wku.edu/schoolofmedia/undergraduateprograms/broadcasting/broadcasting.php.
16 Jan 2024
Department of English: Dr. Cheryl R. Hopson
Guest host, Dr. Matthew Herman, talks with Associate Professor of English and African American Studies, Dr. Cheryl R. Hopson, about her upcoming biography on Zora Neale Hurston and what inspires her to write. Click here to pre-order Dr. Hopson's book: https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/distributed/Z/bo214800165.html.
15 Dec 2023
Department of Art & Design: Natalie Tyree
Join us as we learn about all things letterpress printing and graphic design with Associate Professor of Graphic Design, Natalie Tyree!
4 Dec 2023
PCAL Fall 2023 Graduate: Johnnie Mikel Boswell
Guest host, Wyatt Parker, talks with upcoming Political Science/Economics graduate and musician, Johnnie Mikel Boswell, in this graduation-themed episode of PCAST: Empowered by PCAL.
20 Nov 2023
A Conversation with Future Educators: Johnathan Compton and Grace Key
Join us as we discuss the importance of a comprehensive arts education with CEBS students, Johnathan Compton and Grace Key!
26 Oct 2023
Department of Theatre & Dance: Alan White & Carol Jordan
Justice for the lobster! Join professors Alan White and Carol Jordan as they discuss the department's current production, Child of the Night: Pirates of the Mediterranean, as well as upcoming audition dates, the importance of theatre education, and more.
16 Oct 2023
BRMB Takes London: Dr. Matthew McCurry, Emily Boyle, and Daly Moore
London is calling! The Big Red Marching Band was invited to perform in the 2025 London New Year's Day Parade on Monday, September 18th. Learn from Dr. Matthew McCurry, Emily Boyle, and Daly Moore about the surprise invitation ceremony, plans for the trip, and why the LNYDP Chairman and Founder gave an umbrella to Emily.
17 Apr 2023
Interview with Dr. Melissa Keeling
Learn about Department of Music adjunct professor, Dr. Melissa Keeling, in this inaugural episode of PCAST: Empowered by PCAL.
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