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UT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsTyree Hastings: UT Tyler percussion campUT Tyler's summer music camp for percussionists is coming up the week of June 19. Dr. Tyree Hastings is the director of the camp and the director of percussion studies for the university. He shares all the details about this enriching opportunity for high school musicians who want to hone their skills and enjoy time with fellow performers and UT Tyler's music faculty.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors...2023-06-0708 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsTyree Hastings: UT Tyler percussion campUT Tyler's summer music camp for percussionists is coming up the week of June 19. Dr. Tyree Hastings is the director of the camp and the director of percussion studies for the university. He shares all the details about this enriching opportunity for high school musicians who want to hone their skills and enjoy time with fellow performers and UT Tyler's music faculty.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors...2023-06-0708 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsCarolyn Morales: UT Tyler Medical School Rural Health FairWhile Tyler is a medical hub for all of East Texas with a variety of options for high quality healthcare, that's not the case for many of the more rural portions of our region. Dr. Carolyn Morales is the associate dean for community engagement at the UT Tyler School of Medicine. She explains the situation and what UT Tyler and UT Health East Texas are doing to address the need , including details of a rural health fair coming up June 10 .(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated...2023-06-0608 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsCarolyn Morales: UT Tyler Medical School Rural Health FairWhile Tyler is a medical hub for all of East Texas with a variety of options for high quality healthcare, that's not the case for many of the more rural portions of our region. Dr. Carolyn Morales is the associate dean for community engagement at the UT Tyler School of Medicine. She explains the situation and what UT Tyler and UT Health East Texas are doing to address the need , including details of a rural health fair coming up June 10 .(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated...2023-06-0608 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsDr. Kirk Calhoun: May 2023 update on UT Tyler growth and the legislative sessionUT Tyler president, Kirk Calhoun, MD, FACP, provides his quarterly update to the UT Tyler Radio Podcast. Dr. Calhoun address growth plans for the university, construction progress for the School of Nursing expansion, and the latest activity in the Texas legislature.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-3108 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsDr. Kirk Calhoun: May 2023 update on UT Tyler growth and the legislative sessionUT Tyler president, Kirk Calhoun, MD, FACP, provides his quarterly update to the UT Tyler Radio Podcast. Dr. Calhoun address growth plans for the university, construction progress for the School of Nursing expansion, and the latest activity in the Texas legislature.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-3108 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsJames Newsom: The history of Memorial Day Americans are celebrating Memorial Day today, honoring those members of the United States Armed Forces killed in the line of duty. But how did the commemoration come about? What is its history and significance? And what should it mean, to you? Dr. James Newsom, professor of political science and history at UT Tyler explains. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-2908 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsRobin Hood Brians: Recording Tina Turner in East TexasAmerican music legend Tina Turner passed away this week at age 83 in her home in Switzerland. She was known for her iconic vocals, energetic dance moves and overcoming an abusive relationship to skyrocket to superstardom. But not many people know she recorded some of her music in the East Texas studios of Robin Hood Brians.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-2608 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsBarbara Haas: UT Tyler Nursing program and building updateThe UT Tyler School of Nursing is growing, with a new building and proposals for expanded program offerings. Dr. Barbara Haas, dean of the school, shares and update and talks about the future of nursing in East Texas and nationwide.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-2508 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsBarbara Haas: UT Tyler Nursing program and building updateThe UT Tyler School of Nursing is growing, with a new building and proposals for expanded program offerings. Dr. Barbara Haas, dean of the school, shares and update and talks about the future of nursing in East Texas and nationwide.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-2508 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsMark Owens: New UT Tyler Poll as Texas legislature wraps upThe Texas legislature is about to conclude its 88th regular session with the prospect of a special session looming. UT Tyler Political Science professor, Dr. Mark Owens has the results of the latest poll by the UT Tyler Center for Opinion Research, including how the legislature's current work aligns with the public's priorities. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.) (Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-2408 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsMark Owens: New UT Tyler Poll as Texas legislature wraps upThe Texas legislature is about to conclude its 88th regular session with the prospect of a special session looming. UT Tyler Political Science professor, Dr. Mark Owens has the results of the latest poll by the UT Tyler Center for Opinion Research, including how the legislature's current work aligns with the public's priorities. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.) (Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-2408 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsJuan Mejia: Tyler Junior College and the future of community colleges Tyler Junior College (TJC) is one of the healthiest and most robust community colleges in Texas, if not the entire nation. This is at a time when many community colleges are struggling to find their place, and funding, in an environment that grows more competitive each year. Dr. Juan Mejia, president of TJC, talks about what his institution is doing that's different than others and the community support that has laid the groundwork for TJC's successes thus far. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.) (Show notes are automatically generated a...2023-05-2308 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsJuan Mejia: Tyler Junior College and the future of community colleges Tyler Junior College (TJC) is one of the healthiest and most robust community colleges in Texas, if not the entire nation. This is at a time when many community colleges are struggling to find their place, and funding, in an environment that grows more competitive each year. Dr. Juan Mejia, president of TJC, talks about what his institution is doing that's different than others and the community support that has laid the groundwork for TJC's successes thus far. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.) (Show notes are automatically generated a...2023-05-2308 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsBert Truax: Legendary trumpet player donates music collection to UT TylerBert Truax, who currently plays trumpet with the East Texas Symphony Orchestra, was second trumpet of the Dallas Symphony from 1976-2000. He began playing the trumpet at the age of seven. As a published composer, his works are recorded on Crystal Records. He has performed with the Fort Worth Symphony, Lewisville Symphony, and the Memphis Symphony in addition to an illustrious recording career. He shares about a recent donation of music and historical documents related to the trumpet that he's made to UT Tyler.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show...2023-05-1808 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsBert Truax: Legendary trumpet player donates music collection to UT TylerBert Truax, who currently plays trumpet with the East Texas Symphony Orchestra, was second trumpet of the Dallas Symphony from 1976-2000. He began playing the trumpet at the age of seven. As a published composer, his works are recorded on Crystal Records. He has performed with the Fort Worth Symphony, Lewisville Symphony, and the Memphis Symphony in addition to an illustrious recording career. He shares about a recent donation of music and historical documents related to the trumpet that he's made to UT Tyler.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show...2023-05-1808 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsJohn G. Self: Employment coach explores AI-related changes to job searchJohn G. Self works primary with executives and middle managers seeking their next career opportunity. This experience has given him enormous insight into how Artificial Intelligence and social media are changing the post-pandemic application and interview process for all job seekers. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-1608 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsKyle Gullings: UT Tyler summer music campsRegistration is now open for summer music camps at UT Tyler for high school student musicians in percussion, brass and jazz. Dr. Kyle Gullings, director of the School of Performing Arts explains what students can expect and how to get involved in these fun learning opportunities. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-1208 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsKyle Gullings: UT Tyler summer music campsRegistration is now open for summer music camps at UT Tyler for high school student musicians in percussion, brass and jazz. Dr. Kyle Gullings, director of the School of Performing Arts explains what students can expect and how to get involved in these fun learning opportunities. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-1208 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsTammy Urias: Discovery Science Place 30th anniversary The young and young at heart have been visiting Tyler's Discovery Science Place for, literally, decades. Development Director Tammy Urias is inviting the public to the Founder's Day celebration this Saturday (May 13) to commemorate the 30th anniversary East Texas' most interactive landmark. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-1108 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsKrist Swimberghe: Hibbs Institute report on migration to TexasStates like Texas and Florida are seeing an influx of migration from major cities and coastal states. Smith County has benefited from an influx of New Yorkers and Californians, but there have been some challenges as a result of these shifts.  Krist Swimberghe, DBA and dean of UT Tyler Soules College of Business , talks about a new Hibbs Institute for Business and Economic Development report out that examines the effects of that migration. (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.) (Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spe...2023-05-1008 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsMark Owens: 30 days left for the Texas legislature's regular session The 88th session of the Texas legislature has less than 30 days to go, and there are a number of deadlines that must be met for additional legislation to move forward. UT Tyler political science professor, Mark Owens, PhD, explains the process and answers a question many Texans are asking: Will property tax relief happen this session? (A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-0908 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsMarty Crawford:Public schools issue funding 'distress' pleaMarty Crawford, EDD, superintendent of the Tyler Independent School District wants East Texans to know that the costs of education are increasing while inflation has made the funding schools do have worth less. He says this is happening at a time when many parents want the option to take the public education money dedicated for their children away to pay for private schools. He spoke on behalf of a coalition of public schools in the region at a May 1 event entitled to play on the date and the "mayday" radio distress call and shares more detail in this episode. 2023-05-0808 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsMary Alice Guidry: New Habitat for Humanity CEOHabitat for Humanity of Smith County is welcoming a new CEO, but she's no stranger to the organization. Mary Alice Guidry has served on the organization's board for six years, including terms as secretary and president. She is a licensed architect with nine years of experience as a Senior Project Manager with Fitzpatrick Architects, Inc.Disclosure: The Smith County Habitat affiliate is a sponsor of programming on UT Tyler Radio.(A transcript of this episode is available at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling...2023-05-0508 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsNathaniel Moran, US Rep: May 2023 Congressional UpdateFirst District U.S. Congressman Nathaniel Moran (R) recaps the passage of H.R. 734, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, which requires that only individuals who are biologically female be allowed to compete in women's sports. He also discusses his trip to Taiwan, Korea and Japan and his take on possible conflict with China in the future. Moran believes the GOP convention in July of 2024 won't be divided ... he hopes. (Transcript of Nathaniel Moran, US Rep: May 2023 Congressional Update at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings...2023-05-0208 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsNathan Witt: Patriot Talon editor, UT Tyler student success storyNathan Witt is a UT Tyler sophomore who was recently named Editor-In-Chief of the Patriot Talon student newspaper. He also manages a podcast for UT Tyler Radio and runs a nonprofit that helps disadvantaged youth in his home town of Mineola.(Transcript for Nathan Witt: Patriot Talon editor, UT Tyler student success story at KVUT.org)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-0108 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsNathan Witt: Patriot Talon editor, UT Tyler student success storyNathan Witt is a UT Tyler sophomore who was recently named Editor-In-Chief of the Patriot Talon student newspaper. He also manages a podcast for UT Tyler Radio and runs a nonprofit that helps disadvantaged youth in his home town of Mineola.(Transcript for Nathan Witt: Patriot Talon editor, UT Tyler student success story at KVUT.org)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-05-0108 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsDon Warren: Tyler mayor's quarterly updateCity of Tyler Mayor Don Warren talks about severe weather cleanup, downtown development, the new W.T. Brookshire Conference Center that replaced the old Harvey Hall and more in his quarterly update for UT Tyler Radio and the UT Tyler Radio Podcast. (Transcript for Don Warren: Tyler mayor's quarterly update at KVUT.org)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-04-2608 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsDon Warren: Tyler mayor's quarterly updateCity of Tyler Mayor Don Warren talks about severe weather cleanup, downtown development, the new W.T. Brookshire Conference Center that replaced the old Harvey Hall and more in his quarterly update for UT Tyler Radio and the UT Tyler Radio Podcast. (Transcript for Don Warren: Tyler mayor's quarterly update at KVUT.org)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-04-2608 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsJenn Ford: East Texas musician releases albumUS Army veteran and UT Tyler graduate Jenn Ford is now pursuing music full time. After playing country music for a decade, she's honoring her rock musical influences ranging from Bonnie Raitt to Jimi Hendrix with a new album, Americana Radio. Jenn shares how music helped her manage PTSD after her military service. (Transcript of Jenn Ford: East Texas musician releases album at KVUT.org)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-04-2408 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsSusan Doty: Financial literacy monthHow can we create a "financially aware" culture. According to Susan Doty - director of UT Tyler's Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy - what we're doing now isn't working. She says spending money you don't have rather than saving and investing is like signing up for a diet plan, not following the instructions, and wondering why you're not losing any weight. (Transcript of Susan Doty: Financial literacy month at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original...2023-04-2108 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsGlenn Blake: Creative writing class taught by acclaimed authorUT Tyler students now have the opportunity to take a creative writing class from a member of the Texas Institute of Letters, which is, in essence, a "hall of fame" for Texas writers. Glenn Blake is the author of "Return Fire: Stories," "Drowned Moon," and "The Old and The Lost: Collected Stories." He came to UT Tyler from Johns Hopkins University and has previously taught at Rice University and the University of Houston. His short stories have appeared in American Short Fiction, Boulevard, Southwest Review, The Hopkins Review, Gulf Coast, and elsewhere.(Transcript of Glenn Blake: Creative...2023-04-1408 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsGlenn Blake: Creative writing class taught by acclaimed authorUT Tyler students now have the opportunity to take a creative writing class from a member of the Texas Institute of Letters, which is, in essence, a "hall of fame" for Texas writers. Glenn Blake is the author of "Return Fire: Stories," "Drowned Moon," and "The Old and The Lost: Collected Stories." He came to UT Tyler from Johns Hopkins University and has previously taught at Rice University and the University of Houston. His short stories have appeared in American Short Fiction, Boulevard, Southwest Review, The Hopkins Review, Gulf Coast, and elsewhere.(Transcript of Glenn Blake: Creative...2023-04-1408 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsKaren Lewis: UT Tyler School of Medicine simulated patientsThe UT Tyler School of Medicine is looking for volunteers to serve as simulated patients for the first class of the new medical school. The goal of the paid, part-time positions is to help medical students get used to working with East Texans. The hope is that these future doctors will chose to complete their residency programs and ultimately practice medicine here in East Texas.(Transcript of Karen Lewis: UT Tyler School of Medicine simulated patients at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors...2023-04-1208 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsKaren Lewis: UT Tyler School of Medicine simulated patientsThe UT Tyler School of Medicine is looking for volunteers to serve as simulated patients for the first class of the new medical school. The goal of the paid, part-time positions is to help medical students get used to working with East Texans. The hope is that these future doctors will chose to complete their residency programs and ultimately practice medicine here in East Texas.(Transcript of Karen Lewis: UT Tyler School of Medicine simulated patients at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors...2023-04-1208 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsMark Owens: Halfway through the Texas legislative sessionThe Texas legislature is more than halfway through its current session. Thousands of bills have been filed, but comparatively few will even make it to the floor for a vote. Which proposals are picking up steam and which are likely to die at the end of the 140-day session? Mark Owens, PhD, with the UT Tyler Center for Opinion Research and the university's political science department has that analysis.(Transcript of Mark Owens: Halfway through the Texas legislative session at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling...2023-04-1108 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsMary Foster: East Texas Giving DayEast Texas Giving Day is officially April 25th, but because of a $50,000 matching gift donation, you can give now. The money raised goes to more than 20 agencies and organizations that help East Texans and the funds stay in our region. Mary Foster with United Way talks about the various ways your donations make life better in East Texas.(Transcript of Mary Foster: East Texas Giving Day at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically...2023-04-1008 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsJennifer Reynolds: Tax tips for successful filing in 2023The April 18 deadline for filing federal income taxes is fast approaching. For those who haven't filed yet, Jennifer Reynolds, MS, CPA, with UT Tyler's Accounting and Business school has tips, suggestions, and warnings about getting your return filed with the IRS on time.(Transcript of Jennifer Reynolds: Tax tips for successful filing in 2023 at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-04-0708 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsBrandon Reynolds: 'New Venture Day' for East Texas entrepreneursUT Tyler's East Texas Entrepreneurship Center is sponsoring the inaugural East Texas "New Venture Day," Friday, April 8. Students will compete for a $15,000 cash prize for idea development and product launch. Brendon Reynolds, director of competitions and mentoring for ETEC, explains how students will pitch their ideas to a panel of judges, just as they would if they were seeking funding for a new business.(Transcript of Brandon Reynolds: 'New Venture Day' for East Texas Entrepreneurs at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation...2023-04-0608 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler School of Nursing Expansion The University of Texas at Tyler hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday for an expansion of the David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Building, home of the university’s School of Nursing. UT System Regents' Chair Kevin Eltife, UT Tyler President Kirk Calhoun, MD, FACP, and School of Nursing Dean Barbara Haas, PhD, RN, shared their excitement with an audience of local dignitaries, students and representatives of East Texas healthcare providers. (Transcript of UT Tyler School of Nursing Expansion at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spe...2023-04-0608 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsUT Tyler School of Nursing Expansion The University of Texas at Tyler hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday for an expansion of the David G. and Jacqueline M. Braithwaite Building, home of the university’s School of Nursing. UT System Regents' Chair Kevin Eltife, UT Tyler President Kirk Calhoun, MD, FACP, and School of Nursing Dean Barbara Haas, PhD, RN, shared their excitement with an audience of local dignitaries, students and representatives of East Texas healthcare providers. (Transcript of UT Tyler School of Nursing Expansion at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spe...2023-04-0608 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsTravis Gladhill: Veteran services at East Texas' Camp V A recent survey found that the highest concentration of veterans in the Lone Star state are in East Texas. That was the impetus for founding Camp V, a one-stop shop for veterans' services. In addition to counseling and help obtaining Veterans Administration benefits, Camp V works closely with UT Tyler in getting veterans a higher education to help them return to civilian life more successfully.(Transcript of Travis Gladhill: Veteran services at East Texas' Camp V at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and p...2023-04-0508 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsManuel Reyes: Kids vaping e-cigarettes Vaping or the use of electronic cigarettes is described as the new adolescent epidemic. That’s the title of a new brief From UT Tyler’s Hibbs Institute for Business and Economic Research. Hibbs Institute Senior Analyst, Manuel Reyes, says the problem started with misleading promotion of e-cigarettes and has only gotten worse. (Transcript of Manuel Reyes: Kids vaping e-cigarettes at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-04-0408 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsMarty Crawford: School choice and addressing safety issuesAttacks on schools and what some see as controversial curriculum choices in public schools have parents seeking alternatives. One option under discussion is allowing parents to control that taxpayer dollars dedicated to educating their children. Marty Crawford, EDD, superintendent of the Tyler Independent School District, says their are better ways to address parents' concerns that won't hurt public education.(Transcript of Marty Crawford: School choice and addressing safety issues at KVUT.org.)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in...2023-04-0308 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsAmy Skipper: East Texas Book Fest April 1Book lovers from around East Texas will gather Saturday, April 1, for the East Texas Book Fest. Tyler Public Librarian Amy Skipper has the storyline for the event, which will be held on the Tyler Junior College campus, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.(Transcript of Amy Skipper: East Texas Book Fest April 1 at KVUT.org)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-03-3108 minMike Landess ConnectsMike Landess ConnectsAmy Skipper: East Texas Book Fest April 1Book lovers from around East Texas will gather Saturday, April 1, for the East Texas Book Fest. Tyler Public Librarian Amy Skipper has the storyline for the event, which will be held on the Tyler Junior College campus, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.(Transcript of Amy Skipper: East Texas Book Fest April 1 at KVUT.org)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-03-3108 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsSusan Travis: 64th annual Azalea TrailsTyler's azaleas have been blooming right on schedule to show off for tourists, despite February's ice storm. The city's woman behind the scenes has the stories behind the 64th annual Azalea Trails a few suggestions to make the tour especially memorable this year.(Transcript of Susan Travis: 64th annual Azalea Trails at KVUT.org)(Show notes are automatically generated and may contain phonetic spellings and other spelling and punctuation errors. Grammar errors contained in the original recording are not typically corrected.)2023-03-3008 minUT Tyler Radio ConnectsUT Tyler Radio ConnectsSarah Roberts: Women in Jazz at UT TylerWomen have played an essential role in the development of jazz music since its inception. March is Women's History Month. April is Jazz Appreciation Month. So what better time to hold a concert, and have a conversation with UT Tyler Associate Professor of Saxophone and Jazz, Sarah Roberts, PhD.Jazz lovers can join Roberts for the concert, entitled, "Girls Don't Play Jazz" and evening of jazz celebrating the women of jazz Thursday, March 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Braithwaite Recital Hall at UT Tyler. Click the link for more information on the concert.(Transcript of...2023-03-2908 min