Baylor Connections

A weekly podcast introducing the Waco community to the people behind Baylor’s teaching, research and distinct role in higher education.

Baylor Connections is a technology podcast hosted by Baylor University - Baylor Connections, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Baylor University - Baylor Connections hosts Baylor Connections, a technology show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #801

  Research Solutions for Texas

  Sep 22, 202631 min

  Baylor University and Texas have grown together for 181 years. Chartered while Texas was still a republic, Baylor has served the state for generations through education, leadership, and discovery. Today, that commitment continues through research addressing some of Texas' biggest challenges and opportunities. Kevin Chambliss, Baylor's Vice Provost for Research, shares how the University's Christian R1 mission, collaborative approach, and location in the heart of the Texas Triangle position Baylor to help shape the state's future, today. From water and energy to defense innovations, aerospace, semiconductors, and quantum materials, the conversation highlights how Baylor researchers are developing solutions for Texas while making an impact far beyond its borders.

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  Episode #800

  Baylor Gameday Vibes: Tailgating, Traditions, Friends and Food

  Sep 8, 202632 min

  For many Baylor fans, some of the best moments of game day happen long before kickoff. Friends and family reconnect, tailgate, cheer and celebrate a shared love for the Bears. And, of course, there's plenty of food. Les Hixson and Tim Twaddell have been attending Baylor games for as long as they can remember and now help run The Corner Tailgate in Baylor's Backyard Tailgating section, a gathering place for old and new friends alike. As members of multi-generational Baylor families, they've seen it all, from Floyd Casey Stadium to McLane Stadium, and share memories of favorite moments, tailgating traditions and the friendships that keep them coming back to Waco year after year. From Baylor victories to voodoo tater tots, they discuss why fans gather on the Brazos long before kickoff and how game day creates the sense of community that defines the Baylor experience from pregame to postgame and everything in between.

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  Episode #799

  President Livingstone: Welcome Back, Baylor

  Aug 25, 202625 min

  A new academic year brings new opportunities, new students, and renewed momentum across Baylor University. In the Season 10 premiere of Baylor Connections, President Livingstone shares a wide-ranging conversation about the year ahead. From record-breaking philanthropy and student support to research growth, campus improvements, and the excitement of a new athletics season, President Livingstone shares what she's anticipating in the 2026-27 school year. Along the way, she reflects on the enduring strength of Baylor's Christian mission, the importance of a caring community, and the experiences that make a Baylor education distinctive for students and families.

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  Episode #798

  Concert Season at Baylor University

  Aug 11, 202629 min

  Concert season is almost here at Baylor and across Waco, with nationally known artists and rising stars taking the stage at venues like Foster Pavilion. Go inside the concert scene with Jason Cook, Baylor Vice President for Marketing and Communications, in a conversation at the historic Texas Music Cafe . Cook examines how the community has become a destination for artists and fans alike, the partnerships helping grow Waco's music ecosystem, and the work that goes into creating memorable experiences both on stage and behind the scenes. From family-friendly concerts and football weekend performances to major touring acts and emerging artists, discover how live music is helping shape the cultural life on campus and in Central Texas.

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  Episode #797

  Undergraduate Research Culture: Student and Professor Collaboration

  Jul 28, 202624 min

  How does the undergraduate research experience impact students at Baylor? Go inside a research lab with a student and his faculty mentor, a nationally renowned cancer researcher. Dr. Kevin Pinney, professor of chemistry and biochemistry, and Devin Guedry, a rising junior from Frisco, Texas, together explore the collaborative culture that defines undergraduate research at Baylor. From developing potential cancer therapies to navigating the challenges and rewards of scientific discovery, Pinney and Guedry share how faculty mentorship, student curiosity, and hands-on learning create opportunities for growth both inside and outside the laboratory.

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