The Talk of Troy

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

Producer Brendan Bryan talks with Dave Camwell about his band Covert Ensemble and the process of rearranging music in a modern form.

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

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.

The Talk of TROY Conversations - Director of Student Involvement Barbara Patterson

Producer Brendan Bryan talks with Barbara Patterson about her recent retirement after serving the school as director of student involvement for over 40 years.

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

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.

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

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 takes center stage at Troy University, as Producer Brendan Bryan reports.

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

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.

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

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 the arboretum, more than eight miles of trails have been cleared out, an outdoor classroom has been installed, and two new bridges have been built. And that’s just pecking the surface, as Producer Brendan Bryan reports.

Conversations: Artist Winfred Hawkins

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.

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

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.

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

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.