The Talk of Troy

A student from the Hall School of Journalism and Communication has received a national first place award for in-depth reporting. Jared McBride happens to be a graduate of TROY Public Radio’s internship program.And, this Fall, a new business is coming to Troy University bringing fruits, nuts, chocolate, and a motto to be a good human, as Host Emily Mosier reports.

Enjoy this excerpt of The Declaration of Independence read by Troy University Associate Professor of Performance, Quinton Cockrell.

This week, on an extended interview edition of The Talk of TROY, Montgomery's Rosa Parks Museum is featuring a new exhibition depicting an artist’s childhood memories of the Civil Rights Movement.

It’s been over five years since a historical marker at the Troy Municipal Airport was dedicated for a hangar used by the Tuskegee Airmen. We recently spoke with Historian Daniel Hollman about the importance of having this monument in TROY. Producer Justin Blowers reports.And in 2018, a Vietnam veteran and TROY graduate spoke with us about his autobiography, A Tiger Among Us. Command Sergent Major Bennie G. Adkins died in 2020, but his legacy lives on. Producer Xavier Kennedy reports on Adkins’ heroic actions, which were recognized in 2014 with the medal of honor.

Troy University’s campus has won awards for its natural beauty, and its arboretum is a particular standout. It’s home to rare trees and a certain plant with local renown, as Producer Joey Hudson reports.And, teachers love to give out "A" grades to students, and recently Troy University’s undergraduate program in Elementary Education got an "A" they can stick on the refrigerator! Host PJ Heath reports.

Troy University’s Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery features a new exhibition that reflects on pivotal moments from the civil rights movement, "Illusions of My Childhood." Producer Emily Mosier reports.And, long-time Alabama Public Television Host Don Noble is now bringing his love of literature and reading to TROY Public Radio with a new podcast, "Alabama Aloud."

Producer Emily Mosier reports that from Peanut statues to the national peanut festival, boiled peanuts have been a part of Dothan’s culture for more than a century. Now, the Dothan campus has a timeless memorial to the salty staple.Troy University’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society is Phi Kappa Phi. The newest members, including Host PJ Heath, were recognized at the Spring 2023 honors convocation.

Troy University is resurrecting The Special Olympics Alabama State Games on the Troy and Montgomery campuses. This is the first time the games are being held since the start of the pandemic. Host Emily Mosier reports.And, Director of Broadcast and Digital Network Buddy Johnson is saying farewell to broadcasting and hello to retirement, as he celebrates 15 years of working at Troy University. He even has some words of wisdom for producer PJ Heath.

Marissa Lacey has hosted The Talk of TROY for four years, and with graduation coming up in a few days, it’s time to say farewell. Marissa is turning over the hosting duties to Producer Jaelanne Thomas, who has this report.And, Troy University’s International Arts Center is hosting the new exhibit "Afterglow," featuring works that combine photography and painting.

Over two days, TROY students learned about Motion Design and attended a career fair highlighting journalism and graphic design opportunities through the inaugural Jerry Johnson Art & Design Symposium.And, sitting across from the Rosa Parks Museum, Montgomery's Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts was known as the Paramount Theatre, when it opened in 1930. Producer Hans Ng reports that with a new name and owner, the theatre has a new role in the community.