Numbers don’t lie! On this episode of “Growing the Forest and the Trees,” principal Rodney Drish explains how he uses data to help teachers, students, and parents.
The Power of Data – Growing the Forest and the Trees – December 2025
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Trojans Talk Research – Dr. Hanna Cooper
This month Barry travels to Wallace Hall to visit with one of his sports media colleagues, Dr. Hanna Cooper, a lecturer in the Hall School of Journalism and Communication, to listen to her insights into her research project: “The Role of Social Media Criticism in Shaping the Self-Perception and Professional Identity of Female Sports Journalists” on the Trojans Talk Research Podcast.
Dothan’s First Peanut Festival – TPR Podcast Presents – Nov 24, 2025
Peanuts are not typically thought of as a Thanksgiving food, but they are a food to be thankful for, especially in Dothan, where they hold the National Peanut Festival.
On this selection from the “It Came from the Archives” podcast, the story of Dothan’s first peanut festival.
Hear the full conversation here: https://camefromarchives.podbean.com/e/podcast-it-came-from-the-archives-dothan-s-national-peanut-festival/
The Game That Made Alabama Football Famous – TPR Podcast Presents – Nov 17, 2025
Dothan native Johnny Mack Brown has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a mural in his hometown. But many outside of the Dothan area might not remember the football and film star.
Hear the full conversation on “It Came from the Archives”
https://camefromarchives.podbean.com/e/dothan-legend-johnny-mack-brown-it-came-from-the-archives/
What’s the Buzz About Alabama’s School Cell Phone Ban?
This year, the state of Alabama banned cell phone use in public schools, with many saying the phones are a distraction to students.
On this selection from our education podcast, “Growing the Forest and the Trees,” Alabama State Superintendent, Dr. Eric Mackey weighs in on the cell phone issue and talks about the opportunities technology presents in public education.
https://growingtheforestandthetrees.podbean.com/e/alabama-bans-cell-phones-in-schools-growing-the-forest-and-the-trees-october-2025/
Alabama Bans Cell Phones in Schools – Growing the Forest and the Trees – October 2025
Earlier this year, the state of Alabama banned cell phones in public schools, with many saying the phones are a distraction to students. But others say phones should be allowed for educational purposes and in case of emergencies.
Dr. Eric Mackey is the Alabama State Superintendent of Education. He is a lifelong educator and former science teacher. He’s in favor of the ban. He’ll tell us why and talk about the challenges and opportunities technology presents in public education.
What Comes Next After the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire? – TPR Podcast Presents – Oct 27, 2025
Early this month, Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza. On this selection from the Speaking Globally podcast, Ambassador Richard LeBaron joins Major General Walter Givhan to put the ceasefire agreement into context.
Hear the full conversation on Speaking Globally, wherever you get your podcasts.
https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1107409599/speaking-globally-from-t-r-o-y-university-t
How Accurate is HBO’s The Pitt? – TPR Podcast Presents – Oct 23, 2025
The HBO series The Pitt made headlines when it premiered early this year. The show is fiction, but it’s gotten a lot of attention and a lot of praise for its accuracy in depicting what it’s actually like to work in an Emergency Room.
On this selection from The Rounds podcast, real-life ER charge nurse, Cody Burgamy tells hosts Brooke Mosely and Kait Nesbitt what he thought of The Pitt.
Vocal Colors
Chicago based singer, arranger, keyboardist, producer and conductor, Paul Langford has a career that spans over 25 years. His work includes arranging for and performing with groups such as The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Chicagoland Pops, the Pensacola and LaCrosse Symphony Orchestras, and Walt Disney World.
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night – Mistaken Identity and Love
This time, we hear two scenes. One is a confession of love, and the other is a reaction to that very same confession.
Then, Troy University lecturer Alex Piper, who has directed a production of Twelfth Night for TROY, joins us to discuss the play.
