Host Reana Wallace and Troy Public Radio contributors discuss the cultural impact, striking art, memorable music, and generational rivalry at the heart of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure as Young Cutter tries to convince skeptic Asia Smith to give the series a chance… for the memes.
Reana Wallace explores everything K-Pop Demon Hunters, from viral songs and TikTok challenges to student reactions at Troy University.
In this episode of The Rounds, we’re talking to Kinsey Entrekin, founder of SNAIL (Student Nursing Aid in Infant Loss), about bereavement care for families who lose an infant. We discuss why student involvement matters, how to approach conversations sensitively, and practical supports like keepsake packages and follow-up outreach.
In this episode of The Rounds, we’re talking to Kinsey Entrekin, founder of SNAIL (Student Nursing Aid in Infant Loss), about bereavement care for families who lose an infant. We discuss why student involvement matters, how to approach conversations sensitively, and practical supports like keepsake packages and follow-up outreach.
In Season 5 Episode 7 of the Idea Vault Podcast, we’re doing something a little different. This special episode features an installment of the Student-Made Store’s podcast, Making It Creative, where Student-Made Store co-founder Ryan McElhinney sits down with student entrepreneur Arianna Guzman, founder of ArisDesigns, to discuss her journey as both a business owner and student leader.
From organizing products, managing inventory, and creating welcoming displays as Student-Made Troy’s Retail Store Manager to building a growing event decorating business inspired by her family’s Mexican heritage, Arianna shares how creativity, culture, and entrepreneurship have shaped her path. The conversation explores balancing college and business ownership, building a brand rooted in meaningful experiences, and learning the skills necessary to grow a venture while pursuing a degree.
The episode also highlights Arianna’s experience supporting fellow student entrepreneurs through Student-Made Troy and how that role helped prepare her for the next chapter of her entrepreneurial journey. Looking ahead, she shares her ambitions for expanding ArisDesigns, sourcing products on a larger scale, entering new markets, and ultimately owning her own event venue. This episode offers an inspiring look at leadership, perseverance, and the power of turning passion into opportunity while showcasing the entrepreneurial talent being developed through the Student-Made community.
Interested in gaining hands-on retail, merchandising, and entrepreneurship experience? Applications for Student-Made Troy’s next Retail Store Manager are now open. Shop Ari’s Designs and follow Arianna’s journey as she steps into her new role as Student-Made Troy’s Events & Partnerships Manager.
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Student-Made Troy Manager Applications
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In Season 5 Episode 7 of the Idea Vault Podcast, we’re doing something a little different. This special episode features an installment of the Student-Made Store’s podcast, Making It Creative, where Student-Made Store co-founder Ryan McElhinney sits down with student entrepreneur Arianna Guzman, founder of ArisDesigns, to discuss her journey as both a business owner and student leader.
From organizing products, managing inventory, and creating welcoming displays as Student-Made Troy’s Retail Store Manager to building a growing event decorating business inspired by her family’s Mexican heritage, Arianna shares how creativity, culture, and entrepreneurship have shaped her path. The conversation explores balancing college and business ownership, building a brand rooted in meaningful experiences, and learning the skills necessary to grow a venture while pursuing a degree.
The episode also highlights Arianna’s experience supporting fellow student entrepreneurs through Student-Made Troy and how that role helped prepare her for the next chapter of her entrepreneurial journey. Looking ahead, she shares her ambitions for expanding ArisDesigns, sourcing products on a larger scale, entering new markets, and ultimately owning her own event venue. This episode offers an inspiring look at leadership, perseverance, and the power of turning passion into opportunity while showcasing the entrepreneurial talent being developed through the Student-Made community.
Interested in gaining hands-on retail, merchandising, and entrepreneurship experience? Applications for Student-Made Troy’s next Retail Store Manager are now open. Shop Ari’s Designs and follow Arianna’s journey as she steps into her new role as Student-Made Troy’s Events & Partnerships Manager.
Apply to Student-Made Troy:
Student-Made Troy Manager Applications
Student-Made Troy Creator Positions
Connect with Student-Made Store:
Read About ArisDesigns-Creator Story
Connect with the Idea Vault Podcast & IDEA Bank:
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In this episode: “Where SHORT Loves to Read” by Monica Anderson Young and Dr. Dee Dupree Bennett, read by Caleb Quick
Storytime with SHORT the Squirrel is produced in the studios of Troy Public Radio by Austin Toy.
Special thanks to Dr. Dee Dupree Bennett, Monica Anderson Young, Reana Wallace, Tori Lee Averett, and the Pied Pipers from the Department of Theatre and Dance at Troy University.
Schools in Jefferson County are doing things differently. And it all starts with school superintendent Dr. Walter Gonsoulin.
He was named National School Superintendent of the Year in 2025.
Under his leadership, Jefferson County Schools has seen a 357% increase in the number of students that earned industry credentials, indicating that those students possess the qualifications for entry-level employment.
So how did he do it? We’ll find out today on Growing the Forest and the Trees.
In this episode, we read “Sydney and the Masquerade” by Kay Whaley.
Storytime with SHORT the Squirrel is produced in the studios of Troy Public Radio by Austin Toy.
Today’s story is read by Caleb Quick
Special thanks to Dr. Dee Dupree Bennett, Monica Anderson Young, Reana Wallace, Tori Lee Averett, and the Pied Pipers.
In Season 5, Episode 6 of the Idea Vault Podcast, the IDEA Bank team sits down with L.C. May, the driving force behind Clyde May’s Whiskey and Conecuh Ridge Distillery, for a conversation rooted in heritage, entrepreneurship, and Alabama history. From stories of the original Clyde May, a veteran awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart, to the evolution of whiskey production in Alabama, L.C. shares how a once-illegal industry grew into one of the state’s most recognizable and respected brands.
The episode explores the realities of building a nationally recognized company while remaining grounded in family values and community impact. L.C. discusses the importance of reputation, the challenges of scaling a business across all 50 states, and why investing back into Alabama continues to matter most. With reflections on leadership, risk-taking, criticism, and believing fully in your vision, this episode delivers an authentic look at entrepreneurship through the lens of legacy, resilience, and Southern craftsmanship.
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