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

  1. 3D AGO

    John Wood: Elite Science and Mentorship

    “If you build it, they will come,” says John Wood of Baylor’s 508,000‑square‑foot Baylor Sciences Building (BSB), an elite facility that houses Baylor’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry alongside other science disciplines. A nationally recognized leader in organic synthesis whose work contributes to drug leads for cancer and numerous other diseases, Wood speaks from inside his BSB research lab about his department’s continued growth—ranging from advances in understanding disease to expanding work in materials chemistry and beyond. He also reflects on the collaborative environment the BSB enables and shares why mentorship remains a passion as he and his colleagues nurture resilient, creative future problem‑solvers.

    23 min

  2. JAN 27

    Hannah Stolze: Global Supply Chain

    Hannah Stolze of Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business shares takes listeners inside the global supply chain. Stolze explains how recent disruptions and new technologies like artificial intelligence are changing how goods move around the world, and further shares how Baylor’s approach to supply chain leadership emphasizes ethics, people, and human dignity alongside innovation and efficiency.

    23 min

  3. JAN 13

    Todd Still: Baylor Programs Serving the Global Church

    Baylor's George W. Truett Theological Seminary lives out every part of the Baylor motto "Pro Ecclesia, Pro Texana, Pro Mundo" as it equips those who will serve the Church for service and leadership. Todd Still, the Dean of Truett Seminary, describes how the seminary advances into its fourth decade of service, embodying "deep roots and green shoots" in foundation-centered innovation.

    26 min

  4. 12/30/2025

    Carroll Crowson: How Baylor Academic Support Helps Students Succeed.

    What does it take for students to flourish academically and holistically during their college years? Carroll Crowson, Director of Academic Support Programs at Baylor’s Paul L. Foster Success Center, shares how Baylor provides personalized resources—from tutoring and supplemental instruction to academic mentoring and resiliency training—that empower students to succeed in the classroom and beyond. Families have made a significant investment in their student’s time at Baylor, and the University has built a culture of care that helps those students reach their full potential.

    22 min

  5. 12/16/2025

    Jason Carter: How Baylor’s Robbins College Equips Healthcare Leaders

    As healthcare needs and opportunities grow, Baylor’s Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences is responding with innovative approaches to prepare compassionate leaders for the field. Dean Jason Carter shares Robbins Colleges distinctives like interprofessional education, hybrid graduate programs, elite research and cutting-edge technology, highlighting the ways Baylor shapes graduates who serve patients and communities with integrity and excellence.

    21 min

  6. 12/02/2025

    Sarah Schnitker and Devan Stahl: Ethical Foundations in Scientific Research

    How do science and theology intersect to promote human flourishing? Baylor researchers Sarah Schnitker and Devan Stahl share how research collaborations bridge psychology, ethics, and faith to address real-world challenges. They discuss the origins of their research partnership, a new collaborative human thriving research center at Baylor, and a project that equips scholars to integrate empirical research with theological inquiry.

    24 min

  7. 11/18/2025

    Brian Jordon and Paul Allison: Baylor’s Point-of-Need Innovations Lab

    What happens when critical equipment breaks down in a remote location, like a far-flung military battlefield or even Outer Space? Baylor’s Point-of-Need Innovation Center (PONI) answers that question in the form of innovative solutions. Brian Jordon, Paul Allison and their students develop technologies that reduce supply chain delays, cut costs and promote sustainability. Discover how Baylor is innovating in these areas for defense, aerospace, and humanitarian applications—all with an eye toward human flourishing.

    25 min

  8. 11/04/2025

    Mandy Hering: Data for Life

    Mandy Hering never expected her career to flow into water research. But today, her statistical science expertise addresses global needs and supports municipal water systems across the country in pursuit of new ways to deliver clean water. Discover how the Baylor mission and statistics intersect to protect water resources for the future.

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

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  • Creator
    Baylor University - Baylor Connections
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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    Clean
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    © 2023, Baylor University. All rights reserved.
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    Baylor Connections

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