Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Robin Cole-Jett, the "Red River Historian." Susan and Robin discuss her motivations behind focusing on the history of the Red River Valley, and her findings along the way. They also discuss her plans for resuming tours when the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic has diminished.

Interview with Dr. Andrew Torget for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) podcast. In this episode, Susan has a wide-ranging discussion with Andrew Torget, Associate Professor in UNT's History Department. She and Dr. Torget discuss why it's important for us to learn about history, how he recently made history by teaching the world's longest history lesson, and his connection to the recent discovery of a safe full of documents that reveal the presumed-lost history of the Galveston City Company.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Harry Eaddy, Director of the Denton Black Film Festival, and Linda Eaddy, the festival's Director of Film Programming. Susan and the Eaddys discuss the history of the Denton Black Film Festival, and the conversion of the festival to a virtual format due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Interview with Dr. Milan Reban for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) podcast. In this very special episode, Susan sits down for an extended conversation with Dr. Milan Reban. This episode was recorded on March 15, 2019, exactly 80 years to the day since Nazi troops descended on Dr. Reban's hometown. Dr. Reban shares vivid memories of his childhood in Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia during World War II, as well as the aftermath of the war and its impact on his own life and that of his family. Dr. Reban also discusses the courses he's taught for OLLI at UNT, many based on his own powerful life story, and how he first became involved with our program.

Video of an interview of Dr. Norman Gant regarding his rememberances of being a Dallas medical student at the time of the assassination of JFK, including his participation in removing a bullet from the body of officer J. D. Tippit.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Richard McCaslin, Texas State Historical Association endowed Professor of Texas History at UNT. Susan and Dr. McCaslin discuss his published and ongoing written works, as well as the truth behind various Texas History myths. They also discuss figures and events that shaped the history of the state.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Diana Mason, Professor Emeritus at UNT's Department of Chemistry. Susan and Dr. Mason discuss the correlation between students' arithmetic skills and their success in chemistry courses. They also discuss Dr. Mason's live chemistry demonstrations, Governor Abbott's commissioning of her as an Admiral in the US Navy, and her role in the Daughters of the American Revolution and in many community projects.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with German historian Anette Isaacs. Susan and Anette discuss the contributions of Bertha Benz to the German automotive industry.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Laura Evans, Associate Professor of Art and Art Education, and Coordinator of the Art Museum Education Certificate at UNT. Susan and Dr. Evans discuss art crime and the theft of paintings by Munch, Goya, Renoir, and Rembrandt. They also discuss an international trip planned by Dr. Evans in partnership with OLLI, related to famous art crime stories.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Darrel VanDyke, OLLI at UNT Advisory Council member and author of "Fire in the Mind: The 1970s Computer Decade." Susan and Dr. VanDyke discuss the development of the microprocessor in 1970, and resulting technological advancements in the computer industry in the decades following.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Rebecca Geoffroy-Schwinden, Assistant Professor of Music at UNT. Susan and Dr. Geoffroy-Schwinden discuss her motivation behind studying 18th century music, and reflect on women in music during the time of Beethoven, from the 1770s-1820s.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Paul Leung, Professor Emeritus in the College of Health & Public Service at UNT. Susan and Dr. Leung discuss his background as a Rehabilitation and Disability Psychologist, and the importance of looking at psychology from a multicultural perspective. They also discuss the contributions of Asian American communities and the history of Chinese food in the United States.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Rudy Ray Seward, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at UNT. Susan and Dr. Seward discuss his Irish ancestry, the life of St. Patrick according to historical records, and the origins and traditions associated with St. Patrick's Day.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Nada Shabout, Professor of Art History and Coordinator of the Contemporary Arab and Muslim Cultural Studies Initiative at UNT. Susan and Dr. Shabout discuss a project run by the Association for Modern and Contemporary Art of the Arab World, Iran, and Turkey (AMCA) to map the teaching of Art History related areas. They also discuss various aspects of modern art in the Arab world, including colonialism and the documentation of works that went missing from Iraq's Museum of Modern Art after the fall of Baghdad in 2003.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with former newspaper editor and reporter Keith Shelton. Susan and Keith discuss his coverage of President John F. Kennedy, and his experience during and after the assassination of Kennedy in November, 1963. They also discuss his coverage of US Presidents Harry Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Richard Nixon.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Jean Greenlaw, OLLI at UNT faculty member and columnist for the Denton Record Chronicle. Susan and Dr. Greenlaw discuss her motivations for becoming a book reviewer, and her current review column, "Book Talk."

Interview with Emily Bowles and Hannah Stewart for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) podcast. In this episode, Susan interviews Emily Bowles and Hannah Stewart about their participation in a group research project as students in UNT’s History department. The project focused on a freedmen's community that formed around St. John’s church in Pilot Point, TX. Starting with names etched into the headstones of a neglected cemetery, these students were eventually able to sketch a portrait of a vibrant community of African Americans who lived in North Texas in the early 20th century. Their group then made headlines when they uncovered evidence of racial violence that played a significant role in the community's decline. Emily and Hannah ultimately presented the results of their group's research as an OLLI at UNT class in the Fall 2019 semester.

Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with UNT Alumnus Joshua Butler, founder and Director of the Thin Line Fest, a documentary and music festival in Denton, Texas. Susan and Joshua discuss the history of the festival, and the festival's conversion to a virtual format due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Interview with Jennifer Pope and Marq Youngblood for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) podcast. In this episode, Susan speaks with two representatives of the U.S. Census Bureau about the importance of the 2020 Census. Jennifer Pope, Partnership Specialist for the Dallas Regional Census Center, talks with Susan about the history of the U.S. Census and the crucial information it generates for states and local communities. Marq Youngblood, Regional Recruiting Coordinator for the Denver/Dallas Region, discusses some of the exciting job opportunities that are available with the Census in 2020.

Interview with Dr. John Neal for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) podcast. In this episode, Susan interviews Dr. John Neal, Professor Emeritus of Journalism at Brookhaven College, who teaches communications-related courses for OLLI at UNT. In addition to discussing his academic background, Dr. Neal goes over some highlights of the history of photography, from the ancient camera obscura to the advent of stereoscopy and 3D movies. He also talks with Susan about his knowledge of the development of typography, including the design of certain typefaces and techniques of arranging type to make printed language more legible and appealing.

Interview with Annette Becker for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) podcast. In this episode, Susan speaks with Annette Becker about her work as director of the Texas Fashion Collection at UNT.

Interview with Dr. James Goodnow for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) podcast. Susan speaks with him about his work as co-chair of the Day Trippers Special Interest Group. Dr. Goodnow explains the background of this OLLI at UNT group and the types of trips they'll be taking this semester.

Interview with Dr. Max Morley for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) podcast. In this episode, Susan speaks with Dr. Max Morley about his background in music education, his work on the OLLI at UNT Advisory Council and with our OLLI at UNT Ambassadors, as well as his experiences teaching and attending OLLI at UNT courses.

Interview with Dr. Reid Ferring for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) podcast. In this episode, Susan has a wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Reid Ferring of UNT's Department of Geography and the Environment. They discuss his professional accomplishments in the fields of archaeology and geology, why he loves teaching for OLLI, and the reasons for his interest in the relationship between science and faith.