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Northeast State Community College
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The Sound Bearier seeks to acquaint listeners with Northeast State Community College news and events. Our hosts Mackenzie Moore-Gent, Matt Poole, and Thomas Wilson interview staff, faculty, students, and alumni to bring you the latest in all things Northeast State! *** All opinions expressed by the hosts and guests of "The Sound Bearier" are solely their opinions and do not necessarily reflect the official position or opinions of Northeast State Community College. Any content provided by our hosts or guests is for educational purposes. Northeast State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the associate degree. Northeast State also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Northeast State Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

  1. JAN 16

    The Art of the Meal with Chef Josh Murray

    Gordon Ramsay and Marco Pierre White started somewhere. The new Culinary Arts program at Northeast State boasts an instructor who knows his way around the kitchen. What's cooking on the Sound Bearier podcast? Chef Josh Murray and his students! Chef Murray brings an impressive resume and regional sensibility to this exciting new academic program.   The Culinary Arts program at Northeast State leads the charge of exciting developments in the region's food scene.  The Sound Bearier welcomes Chef Murray to talk about culinary arts, his time as a chef in the foodie mecca of New Orleans, and how certain dishes elicit generational memories we all share. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Sound Barrier(00:01:02) - Meet Northeast State's Chef Murray(00:08:25) - What can the culinary students expect from the program?(00:10:51) - What is the culinary arts program and the opportunities for students?(00:14:34) - Tennessean on New Orleans' culture(00:18:22) - Culinary Arts: Where Do the Technical Skills and Creative Skills(00:23:17) - The New NE State Student Center(00:25:32) - Post-Baccalaureate Culinary Arts Program(00:28:07) - What does a day in the life of a culinary arts student?(00:31:14) - What are some basics that maybe would surprise some people who aren't(00:32:59) - Food Network and the culinary industry(00:34:48) - Favorite dish made in the culinary industry(00:39:52) - What is it about food that creates a sense of comfort?(00:45:58) - Flavor of Broccoli(00:46:17) - How Does Geography Play Into a Restaurant's Taste?(00:50:15) - What kinds of partnerships exist within the Northeast State Culinary Program?(00:52:19) - What's the strangest kitchen tool?(00:58:19) - What's The Weirdest Dish You've Ever Had?(01:02:01) - Farmers Try Chicken Livers(01:05:16) - PODCAST: With Josh Murray(01:05:37) - Sound Barrier Podcast

    1h 7m

  2. 11/14/2025

    Inside the Academic Village: Kingsport's Hub for Higher Education

    Explore Northeast State at Kingsport as co-hosts Tom Wilson and Mackenzie Moore-Gent sit down with Northeast State at Kingsport Executive Director Dr. Stephanie Barham and Assistant Vice President for Economic and Workforce Development Blake Montgomery to discuss recent growth in the Academic Village and the expanding opportunities it's creating for students and the region. In this episode, Barham and Montgomery share what's new at Northeast State at Kingsport, as well as what's ahead for the Academic Village in terms of higher education and regional workforce development opportunities. Chapters (00:00:08) - Welcome to the Sound Bearier!(00:00:51) - Meet the Northeast State at Kingsport team(00:02:14) - Northeast State at Kingsport — from RCAM, RCHP, KCHE and more!(00:05:44) - What is RCAM and its role in workforce development?(00:10:50) - What makes RCHP so special?(00:19:58) - Kingsport's Academic Village(00:25:37) - Random question time!(00:27:49) - Thanks for listening!

    29 min
  3. Because of You Campaign: Celebrating Students & Community at Northeast State

    09/26/2025

    Because of You Campaign: Celebrating Students & Community at Northeast State

    Northeast State Community College's Because of You Campaign (BOYC) is just around the corner! Co-hosts Thomas Wilson and Mackenzie Moore-Gent sit with the College's Assistant Director of Alumni & Advancement, Joshua Johnson, to talk all things Because of You! From a golf tournament and concert to rummage sales, chili cook-offs, community trick-or-treating and more, the 2025 BOYC is slated to be jam-packed with events the entire family can enjoy! The best part? Proceeds fuel student scholarships and programs at Northeast State!   Learn about all the fun happenings, the story behind the campaign, and the surrounding community and donors who make it all possible in this episode of "The Sound Bearier!" Chapters (00:00:08) - Behind the Sound Barrier(00:01:18) - Because of You(00:02:51) - The Because of You Campaign(00:08:35) - Five major fundraisers for the Northeast State Community this year(00:10:40) - Northeast State College License Plate Campaign(00:13:45) - Parking Spot Auction(00:15:56) - The Because of You Campaign(00:17:15) - The NEASU Alumni and Donors(00:21:10) - What it Takes to Raise Money for Student Programs(00:24:49) - The Campaign for the Foundation(00:26:46) - Philanthropy at NE Tennessee Community College(00:32:08) - Because of You

    33 min
  4. Campus Safety First: Chief Mitchem Talks Campus Security and More

    09/12/2025

    Campus Safety First: Chief Mitchem Talks Campus Security and More

    This week on The Sound Bearier, co-hosts Tom Wilson and Mackenzie Moore-Gent welcome Northeast State Police Chief Andrew Mitchem. In honor of Campus Safety Week, Chief Mitchem highlights the week’s initiatives and shares important insights on how the College keeps students, faculty, and staff safe every day. Chapters (00:00:44) - Introducing Chief Mitchem(00:01:15) - Chief Mitchem's Background(00:01:39) - Campus Safety Week Overview(00:04:09) - Events During Campus Safety Week(00:08:04) - Safety Training at Northeast State(00:10:08) - Common Safety Concerns(00:15:19) - Resources at Northeast State(00:18:08) - Partnerships with Local Agencies(00:20:47) - Social Issues: Active Shooter Response(00:24:39) - Technology in Campus Safety(00:27:34) - Safety Advice From Chief Mitchem(00:29:38) - Campus Safety Week Takeaways(00:31:02) - Looking Ahead: Incoming Safety Initiatives(00:32:49) - Chief Mitchem's Hidden Talent(00:35:03) - Outro

    36 min
  5. Formula for Success: An Inside Look at Northeast State's New Program, Chemical Laboratory Technology

    08/19/2025

    Formula for Success: An Inside Look at Northeast State's New Program, Chemical Laboratory Technology

    What's bubbling at Northeast State Community College, you ask? A brand-new Chemical Laboratory Technology program! Join co-hosts Thomas Wilson and Mackenzie Moore-Gent as they sit down with program head Dr. Sam Stevenson to explore what the program offers, the cutting-edge technology students will use, and the exciting career paths this degree can open!

    1h 4m
  6. Why we LEAD the way

    07/18/2025

    Why we LEAD the way

    The Northeast State Center for Leadership, Enrichment, Access, and Discovery provides Northeast State students with the support and access to navigate college life and persevere when life outside college challenges them. We were privileged to welcome Brittany Wick, Assistant Director of Strategy and Innvation for Access and Learning Enrichment at Northeast State, to the podcast. Brittany discusses the LEAD Center's mission, helping students, and why a college education extends beyond the classroom. Learn more about the LEAD Center's opportunities for students at https://www.northeaststate.edu/iac/lead-center.html.

    34 min
  7. It's not even an argument. Northeast State's Debate Team champions rhetoric and reason

    04/23/2025

    It's not even an argument. Northeast State's Debate Team champions rhetoric and reason

    Northeast State's Debate Team is turning up the volume on critical thinking and confidence! Meet a standout student from the debate team, Matthew Hughes, and hear firsthand how the art of argument is more than a quick rebuttal; it’s about listening, learning, and leading. Plus, Debate Team Coach Emily Napier drops in to share how the team prepares for tournaments, builds community, and turns nerves into conviction.

    25 min
  8. Where Code and Culture Collide: Bridging Technology and Humanities

    04/21/2025

    Where Code and Culture Collide: Bridging Technology and Humanities

    In this episode of The Sound Bearier, co-hosts Thomas Wilson and Mackenzie Moore-Gent sit down with Engineering Design Instructor Daniel Arnett and Associate Professor of History, Tabetha Garman, to discuss the roles technology and humanities play in society and around the world. Though Daniel and Tabetha teach in two seemingly opposite corners of the academic world — technology and the humanities — we explore where their fields intersect. From digital storytelling to the ethical use of AI, we dive into the unexpected ways the two disciplines shape one another. Tune in as we unpack how these fields don't just coexist; they thrive together.

    59 min
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The Sound Bearier seeks to acquaint listeners with Northeast State Community College news and events. Our hosts Mackenzie Moore-Gent, Matt Poole, and Thomas Wilson interview staff, faculty, students, and alumni to bring you the latest in all things Northeast State! *** All opinions expressed by the hosts and guests of "The Sound Bearier" are solely their opinions and do not necessarily reflect the official position or opinions of Northeast State Community College. Any content provided by our hosts or guests is for educational purposes. Northeast State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the associate degree. Northeast State also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Northeast State Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

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  • Creator
    Northeast State Community College
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    67
  • Rating
    Clean
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