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In this episode, we explore the life and work of David Joy, an alumnus of Western Carolina University and a critically acclaimed author. Joy's writing is rooted in the Appalachian region, and his novels and essays often explore themes of poverty, addiction, and the natural world. Join us as we dive into Joy's background, discuss his literary influences, and examine some of his most notable works. Through our conversation, we gain insight into Joy's unique perspective on life in the American South and the power of storytelling to capture the complexities of the human experience.

In this episode we sat down with assistant professor of English, Travis Rountree, to discuss his work with the LGBTQ archives project at Western Carolina University and the region. Travis and David discuss not only his commitment to activism for the LGBTQ community but the importance of archiving the stories and experiences of the community in the American south. 

In this month's episode we'll be taking a behind the scenes look at the making of Bells in the Valley—a 22 minute documentary of the history of Western Carolina University. Originally produced as part of WCU’s centennial celebration in 1989, the documentary was updated in 2012, and then again in 2022, to include some of WCU’s more recent history.

We sat down with Arledge Armenaki who served as producer and director, Bruce Frazier who composed and recorded the original music and served as the music consultant, and with Gurney Chambers who served as the narrator for all three renditions of Bells in the Valley. All three of our guests are also former faculty members of Western Carolina University.

On February 24th, 2022, Vladimir Putin sent Russian armed forces into the country of Ukraine, beginning a war in Ukraine that is still impacting the region and the world, today. We sat down with associate professor of history, Dr. David Dorondo, to take an in-depth look at what led to this moment, how it has developed, and how it will impact the future of Ukraine and the world. 

This month's episode centers around public safety on WCU’s campus. The first part of the conversation is with WCU students Asha, Airelle Robinson, and Matthew Tuten as they share their experiences regarding safety on campus. WCU police chief Steve Lillard ends the discussion by addressing some of the concerns of the students.

All opinions expressed by the podcast participants are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Western Carolina University. 

Diversity Dialogues is a podcast produced by the Communications and Marketing Department at Western Carolina University. Our roundtable discussions, led by Dr. David Walton, involve rigorous debate and discussion over issues and topics related to diversity and inclusion in our society.

In our first episode, Dr. Walton is joined by two students to discuss black student, faculty, and staff experiences at Western Carolina University.

All opinions expressed by the podcast participants are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Western Carolina University. 

The Tuckaseegee Fly Shop Crew talks bourbon this week!  Coach Dale Diesel Collins, Bobby the Bearded Wonder Bennett, and Shannon Big Mess Messer discuss the Uproxx article citing the top 10 bourbons.  Let us know you top bourbon!

Coach tries to channel his inner Morgan Freeman voice while describing a Kentucky Bourbon since the rest of the crew seems to describe the description with great flare.  

In the end the crew gives Big Mess hell about his floundering Cowboys!  The Cowboys can't beat the Football Team or any other team right now and it is killing Big Mess!

As always we will catch everyone up on the weekly fishing report.  Pay close attention as you should be planning your trip now.  Fishing is good with some great water temperatures.

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In this episode, your host Ron Sabala is joined with Douglas Elks from Western Carolina University in North Carolina. We talk with Douglas about his podcast of his own, his journey from Division 3 ball to Division 1 ball, and he even gives advice to athletes going into college. Don't forget to subscribe and download the Sportionary podcast because you do not wan't to miss more great episodes like this one! Enjoy!