Georgia On Your Mind

This week on Georgia On Your Mind , Chris Sharp sits down with brothers Matt and Jon Stinchcomb at Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall to reflect on a journey defined by brotherhood, competition, and building something together at every stage. From their upbringing in Tucker, Georgia to dominating at Parkview High School, the Stinchcomb brothers share how their bond pushed them to elevate not only their own...

This week on Georgia On Your Mind, Geovana Oliveira sits down with Rebecca Ross at the Love Y’all Fest in Atlanta, Georgia, who shares her journey from college student to full-time fantasy author. She reflects on finding her path, from exploring different majors at UGA to trusting her instincts and pursuing her passion for storytelling. Rebecca talks about the challenges of her early career and sh...

This week on Georgia On Your Mind, Maya Jarrell sits down with Chris Green at the Georgia Student Finance Commission office in Decatur, Georgia to discuss his journey from Athens native to President of the Commission. He reflects on how receiving the HOPE Scholarship shaped his opportunities, guided his education at the University of Georgia, and inspired him to dedicate his career to making highe...

This week on Georgia On Your Mind, Chris Sharp sits down with Maritza McClendon at the Freeman Aquatic Center at Greater Atlanta Christian School in Norcross, Georgia to reflect on her remarkable journey from San Juan, Puerto Rico to the Olympic stage. Diagnosed with severe scoliosis at just seven years old, Maritza first entered the pool as a form of therapy and quickly discovered a passion that...

This week on Georgia On Your Mind, host Hailey Kwak sits down with Andy Pearson at The Roadhouse in Athens, Georgia to explore the creative philosophy behind one of the fastest-growing non-alcoholic beverage brands in the country, Liquid Death. He reflects on the role of bold ideas and calculated risks in building Liquid Death, the brand’s commitment to reducing plastic waste, and how humor and ir...

Georgia On Your Mind — Season 4, Episode 1 | Ivy Odom Season 4 of Georgia On Your Mind kicks off with a true Georgia success story. In Episode 1, host Grace Chandler sits down with Ivy Odom, Senior Lifestyle Editor at Southern Living , to talk about her roots and the experiences, people, and places that shaped her journey. From growing up cooking alongside her parents and grandmother to arriving a...

This season, Georgia On Your Mind leaves the studio and hits the road. Our new concept, Dawgs On the Road , brings listeners closer to the action with on-site interviews and stories captured where they happen. From Georgia to across the country, we’re spotlighting UGA alumni, faculty, athletes, and students who are shaping industries, driving change, and strengthening communities. With natural sou...

Host Beth Anne DeKeizer speaks with Eric Baker, Senior Creative Director for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ at Universal Creative. A Grady College Fellow, Emmy Award nominee, and recipient of the 2025 Grady Lifetime Achievement Award, Baker reflects on his journey from prop fabricator at Nickelodeon to working on the design teams building immersive worlds like Hogsmeade™, Diagon Alley™, and...

Host Hope Thornton sat down with Dr. Denis Dumas, a leading researcher in creativity and education, to explore how creative intelligence is often misunderstood in traditional classrooms. Dumas shares how his research challenges the one-size-fits-all approach to learning and how tools like AI could help educators better identify and support creative students who think outside the box.

Host Hope Thornton sat down with Laura Whitaker, Executive Director of Extra Special People, to discuss her journey. Whitaker shares what it means to lead with purpose and how ESP creates joyful, inclusive spaces for children and young adults of all abilities.

Host Hank Tatum sits down with Rodd Cargill, a 2024 UGA 40 Under 40 honoree and Volunteer of the Year, to discuss the impact of mentorship and his involvement with the university after graduation. Cargill shares how he became an active volunteer, ultimately serving as president of the Black Alumni Leadership Council and as the Vice-Chair of the Terry College Young Alumni Board.

Host Syd Weigand speaks with Dr. Xiaorong Lin to explore the fascinating problem posed by a deadly strain of fungal infection and what her lab is doing to help. Dr. Lin discusses the founding of the Lin Lab, some recent breakthroughs in drug development, and the world’s first-ever fungal vaccine.

Host Beth Anne DeKeizer sits down with Dink NeSmith and Dr. Amanda Bright to explore the unique collaboration between the University of Georgia and the Oglethorpe Echo, a 151-year-old newspaper in Oglethorpe County. NeSmith discusses the origins of the news-academic partnership and how the Echo was saved from closing. Then, Dr. Bright details the role of the students producing each paper and what...

Host Hank Tatum sits down with the legendary Ernie Johnson Jr., an Emmy-winning broadcaster and Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee. Most known for hosting TNT’s  Inside the NBA , Johnson shares what he learned at the University of Georgia and the journey he took to get where he is today. Johnson also gives students advice that spans industries while reflecting on some of his best moments fr...

From the New Media Institute at the University of Georgia comes the third season of the Georgia On Your Mind Podcast. Season 3, Built By Bulldogs, turns the spotlight on UGA  alumni and faculty, discovering how their time in Athens propelled them to successful careers and how they've shaped the state of Georgia beyond the UGA campus.

The University of Georgia is a national leader in university outreach. With eight different Public Service and Outreach units, faculty, staff and students in all of UGA's colleges are contributing to Georgia's prosperity. In this episode, we take a deep dive into some of the projects that are impacting communities across the state.

Whales, robots and hurricanes. In this episode, we take a closer look at some of the groundbreaking research that's happening at UGA's Skidaway Island Institute of Oceanography.

Georgia is known for its peaches - but did you know the 'Peach State' actually produces more blueberries than peaches? At the University Georgia blueberries have been a subject of research for decades. In this episode, we're taking you to UGA's Blueberry Breeding Lab where students and professors are working to help blueberry plants thrive.

Right now, students at the University of Georgia are actively building satellites that will be launched into outer space. In this episode, we hear from UGA's Small Satellite Research Lab Director about developing and launching this innovative technology. He also talks about the meaning behind the mission and what's in store for the future.

Since 2005, the Archway Partnership has been providing public service and outreach to cities and towns across the state of Georgia. From economic development to health and welfare, Archway empowers communities to address long-standing development needs. In this episode, we take a look at how students, faculty and community leaders worked together to re-vamp downtown Hartwell, Georgia - transformin...

The University of Georgia is driving many major statewide industries, but it's also fueling thousands of small businesses. In this episode, hear how UGA's Small Business Development Center is helping entrepreneurs all across Georgia find success in their financial endeavors. You'll hear from a former UGA student who fulfilled his dream of starting and operating a brewery, and you'l...

The Georgia On Your Mind podcast is back with a brand-new season. Season Two of the podcast takes a deeper dive into some of the unexplored ways the University of Georgia is leaving a big impact on the state.

Join the host and interviewers of the Georgia On Your Mind podcast as we discuss our favorite moments and parts of making Season 1 happen and what to expect in the next season! Visit our site on https://georgiaonyourmindpod.com/

Georgia has become one of the top destinations for filmmakers in recent years, with a thriving industry that has contributed billions of dollars to the state's economy. From the state's diverse range of landscapes to its tax incentives for filmmakers, Georgia has positioned itself to be a leader in the film production industry for years to come. Featuring Daniel Sattelmeyer (Head of Creati...

Home to over 100 miles of coastline and the largest aquarium in the US, Georgia has good reason to dive deep into the realm of marine conservation. Featuring Dr. Kady Lyons (Research Scientist at the Georgia Aquarium) and Dr. Mark Risse (Director of the UGA Marine Extension & Georgia Sea Grant), this episode dives deep into the unique challenges and opportunities Georgia faces in preserving th...