The Talk of Troy

Educating Nurses through New Facilities and Podcasts - June 27th, 2025

Troy University recently welcomed a brand-new building to its campus. Jones Hall will feature state-of-the-art facilities for students in the nursing and health science programs.And, TROY Public Radio is collaborating with Troy University's nursing department to launch the new podcast, The Rounds.

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

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.

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

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 unwanted marriage. TROY's opera workshop encourages student performers and the audience to step outside their comfort zone, as Producer Reana Wallace reports.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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!

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

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.

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

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.