Local Podcast Hosts KAMU Student Producers
Listen to a new perspective on KAMU-FM. Discover important stories from throughout Aggieland, all created by KAMU’s student media producers.
Episodes
1,000 Miles Seems Pretty Far, But Not For Project Atlas Rucks – Season 2026 Episode #2 February 27, 2026 Host: Kelsey Cornell '27. This January, six aggies set off on a mission to raise money for Special Operations Warrior Foundation by hiking 1,000 miles together.
AggieCon: The Not-So-Secret Society – Season 2026 Episode #1 February 19, 2026 Host: Bomi Oyebiyi '26. For the past 55 years, AggieCon has been a place where Aggies gather to share their love for pop culture. Listen to insights from a first-timer at the oldest student-run fan convention in the world!
How 1800s bricks found their way to Aggie Park construction – Season 2025 Episode #10 December 18, 2025 Host: Avery Foster '26. At Texas A&M's beautiful Aggie Park, there are unmarked pieces of history that date to the 1800s. Hear how bricks from one of A&M's earliest buildings -- later used to construct President James Earl Rudder's campus house -- are now literally under your feet.
Behind the Stream: How KAMU Broadcasts Midnight Yell Practice – Season 2025 Episode #9 December 18, 2025 Host: Kazzandra Romero '28. The Aggie spirit starts long before Midnight Yell kicks off. With the help of KAMU’s Student Production Assistants, we get to share the tradition around the globe. Go behind the scenes and hear about the passion that fuels each Midnight Yell broadcast.
Rivalry on Hold: Longhorns Help Clean Bonfire Memorial – Season 2025 Episode #8 November 14, 2025 Host: Kelsey Cornell '27. Each year, Aggies and community volunteers come together to clean the Bonfire Memorial and prepare the site with care before the annual remembrance ceremony. Hear from some of the people who help make this day happen to honor and preserve the 12 fallen Aggies.
Final weekend for the Aggie Corn Maze! – Season 2025 Episode #7 October 31, 2025 Host: Taj Young '28. Ever wonder why there is a massive corn maze near the main campus? This belongs to the Agronomy Society organization a part of AgriLife at Texas A&M University. We learn more about the org and the event to help send AgriLife Aggies to a conference so they can help get into a career after college.
An Emotional Farewell to President Mark A. Welsh – Season 2025 Episode #6 September 19, 2025 Host: Taj Young '28. I take a deep dive into the emotional day of President Welsh’s departure, chatting with students to gain a deeper understanding of how the situation has affected the campus. Hear powerful testimonies and listen to a part of a message sent by President Welsh to the campus community.
Knock, Knock, Who’s There? Aggieland Summer – Season 2025 Episode #5 June 25, 2025 Host: Kazzandra Romero '28. Aggieland takes on a completely different atmosphere during the summer break. If you find yourself in College Station this summer or are just curious about what it’s like during the off-season, come along as I explore the underrated spots on and off campus through the eyes of our summer Aggies.
This Student Saved a Life Through Blood Stem Cell Donation – Season 2025 Episode #4 May 12, 2025 Host: Taj Young '28. The NMDP is a nonprofit organization that brings together people who can donate and who need blood stem cells. Over nine million people are registered with the NMDP but they’re always looking for more people to donate. An A&M student didn’t hesitate to take the chance to donate his blood stem cells to a woman with leukemia. Recently the NMDP hosted an event on campus to recruit more donors.
An Overlooked Resource: Getting To Know the Bryan-College Station Library System – Season 2025 Episode #3 April 10, 2025 Host: Meli Muniz '25. While many Aggies have utilized the numerous resources on Texas A&M's campus, there is an abundance of books, programs and services waiting to be explored in the Bryan-College Station community. Come with me as we meet Bea Saba, the director of the Bryan-College Station Library System, to learn more about our local libraries.
How Does A&M Prepare for the Weather? – Season 2025 Episode #2 March 17, 2025 Host: Taj Young '28. When big storms threaten Texas A&M’s campuses the university has an alert system app run by emergency personnel and meteorologists who send out as much information to students, faculty and staff as possible. Come with me as we meet with the Director of Emergency Preparedness Monica Martinez and her meteorologist Dion Delao.
Fighting Aggie Hunger One Can at a Time – Season 2025 Episode #1 March 3, 2025 Host: Kelsey Cornell '27. Food insecurity is a hardship for many students at Texas A&M, but one organization is working to change that. Hear from some of the members behind the 12th Can as they share how the on-campus food pantry supports students in need.
Where Does The Campus Trash Go? – Season 2024 Episode #10 December 9, 2024 Host: Taj Young '28. Last year around 42 tons of trash was sent to the landfill from the Texas A&M Campus. Where does the trash go after we throw it away? We find out how we can reduce the amount we waste. Go on a journey of a trash bag as we visit the Twin Oaks landfill outside of College Station.
What Do Students Think About the 2024 Election? – Season 2024 Episode #9 November 5, 2024 Host: Hannah Morris '25. For many current college students, the 2024 election will be the first time they get to cast their vote. From women’s rights to the economy, hear from Texas A&M students as they discuss their concerns and preparations leading up to Election Day.
Meet the Student Leaders Behind New Student Conferences – Season 2024 Episode #8 July 23, 2024 Host: Hannah Morris '25. Every summer, Texas A&M hosts over 20, two-day orientation sessions for incoming freshmen and transfer students. In this episode, hear from three Aggie Orientation Leaders who dedicate their summers to helping these new students feel prepared and at home in Aggieland.
A Day at the Troubadour Festival with KAMU – Season 2024 Episode #7 May 30, 2024 Host: Hannah Morris '25. Hear about a full day of music and barbecue from pitmasters and attendees at this year’s Troubadour Festival. Features interviews with Brandon Anderson, general manager of Black’s Barbecue, and Blue Broussard, a member of the 1701 Barbecue team.
Learn About the Importance of Voting from Texas A&M Political Science Professors – Season 2024 Episode #6 April 26, 2024 Host: Hannah Morris '25. Political science professors Dr. Dwight Roblyer and Dr. Kristy Pathakis explain the importance of voting.
What to Expect When You Go Vote with Trudy Hancock – Season 2024 Episode #5 April 26, 2024 Host: Hannah Morris '25. Brazos County Elections Administrator Trudy Hancock breaks down what you can expect when you visit the polls.
How to Register to Vote with Trudy Hancock – Season 2024 Episode #4 April 26, 2024 Host: Hannah Morris '25. Learn the basics of registering to vote from Brazos County Elections Administrator Trudy Hancock.
National Adopt-A-Pet Day: Finding Fur-Ever Homes – Season 2024 Episode #3 April 25, 2024 Host: Rashell Marthans '24. National Adopt-A-Pet Day is on April 30th. Hear from local animal shelters about the importance of adoption.
Trained to Find People: K-9s at Disaster City – Season 2024 Episode #2 April 5, 2024 Host: Hannah Morris '25. Apart from the many first responders at Disaster City, learn more about K-9 units and the important role they play in all rescue operations.
What is Disaster City? – Season 2024 Episode #1 April 5, 2024 Host: Hannah Morris '25. Hear from some of the first responders who train at Disaster City: Texas A&M Engineering and Extension Service’s own disaster simulation facility located here in College Station, TX.
