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128. Ryan Ivey: Rivalries Renewed

Ryan Ivey, Vice President and Director of Athletics at Louisiana Tech University, discusses the institution’s recent acceptance into the Sun Belt Conference, highlighting the benefits of renewed rivalries, geographic proximity, and reduced travel costs. Ivey reflects on his career journey, stressing the importance of leadership, fan engagement, and community connection, and he also outlines ongoing […]

Dave Nitz 1942-2025

127. You Gotta Love It: Remembering Dave Nitz

Broadcasters and writers Teddy Allen and Malcolm Butler and historian Chris Kennedy gather together on this episode to discuss the life of Hall of Famer and 50-year Voice of the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Dave Nitz, who passed away in June of 2025. The trio talk about the career of “Freeway” Dave, share stories and memories […]

126. Christiann Bayne: Career Services

Christiann Bayne, Director of Career Services at Louisiana Tech University, shares her journey from Baton Rouge to Ruston, influenced by her family’s background in ministry and journalism. She emphasizes the importance of career services on campus and details the Career Center’s resources, including career assessments, resume writing, and the Career Closet, which provides free professional […]

125. Casey Ingram: Home Away from Home

Casey Ingram, director of residential life at Louisiana Tech University, discusses her 20-year involvement with the University. She highlights the importance of housing freshmen on campus, which currently accommodates 75% of the student population. She talks about the housing challenges in the COVID-19 era and the significance of maintaining a personal connection with students and […]

124. Benjamin Bergholtz: Engagement and Reflection

Dr. Ben Bergholtz, assistant professor of English at Louisiana Tech University, discusses his journey into academia, his teaching philosophy, and his book “Swallowing a World: Globalization and the Maximalist Novel.” He emphasizes the importance of engaging students through high-energy, reflective classes and the need for interdisciplinary approaches. Bergholtz highlights the evolution of the English curriculum […]

123. Chris Dicus: Good Fire, Bad Fire

Dr. Chris Dicus, Louisiana Tech alum and a professor of Wildland Fire and Fuels Management at Cal Poly, talks about his early interest in wildlife and his decision to study at Tech. Dicus shares his career path, including his work on the Black Saturday fires in Australia and the multiple wildfire outbreaks in California. He […]

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