Dr. Kenneth Sewell, Oklahoma State University Vice President of Research, facilitates a discussion on how OSU leverages facilities, personnel, students, tools and resources to drive economic development and diversification across the globe...

Dr. Scott Newman took office as president of OSU-OKC last August. In this episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, Meghan Robinson introduces us to Dr. Newman. They discuss OSU-OKC degree options, his goals for the university, and what he and his family like to do in their free time.

In this Inside OSU Podcast, Dallas Haggerty welcomes Nathan Cragun, a manager from Oklahoma State University's College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology Online Learning to break down OSU's top ranked online degree programs and to discuss the future of virtual learning...

Do you know the difference between gluten free and gluten friendly? In this Inside OSU podcast, Meghan Robinson speaks with representatives from OSU's Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Product Center - marketing specialist, Andrea Graves and baking and milling specialist, Renee Albers-Nelson. They breakdown different food terminology and help you better understand what you are eating.

Moh'd Bilbeisi’s area of expertise is in graphic communication in general, especially culturally biased graphic communication and authenticity. His research focuses on the philosophy between theory and ideals in contemporary architectural illustration. He hopes to offer ways to determine the authenticity of a graphic message in terms of authorship, truthfulness and intent of purpose. Bilbeisi sits down with Dr. Kenneth Sewell, Oklahoma State University Vice President of Research, for this...

Carolyn Savage graduated from Oklahoma A&M (now Oklahoma State University) in 1953 and began working as a substitute teacher while her husband served in the Armed Forces. In the late 1970s, she was asked to join the OSU Board of Regents, and was the first woman ever in the role - serving two terms. Meghan Robinson zoomed with Carolyn to learn more about her time on the board, the role of a regent and what Oklahoma State means to her.  

Winter and early spring bring wildfire season to Oklahoma. This time period features the driest and windiest months of the year. In this Inside OSU Podcast, Meghan Robinson speaks with John Weir, a fire ecology specialist with OSU Extension. They discuss the risks and how you can protect your property and belongings from wildfire...

Food insecurity is defined as being without access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. In 2018 a study found that 43% of Oklahoma State University Students had been food insecure at some point that year. The OSU Student Government Association wanted to help out by opening a food pantry for students to utilize whenever needed.  Maggie Burke has more...

Sarah Coburn is an Oklahoma State alumna and an internationally known opera singer. In 2014 Coburn performed at "A Night of Orange and Black", a concert that launched the campaign to build what would be known as the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State University. Coburn recently returned to OSU to perform at the McKnight Center, and to teach masterclasses at the Greenwood School of Music. Inside OSU's Meghan Robinson had an opportunity to speak to Coburn before her...

Since the mid-1900s, the NCAA has described college sports as following an “amateurism” model that revolved around athletes being compensated primarily through scholarships, as opposed to salaries or through endorsement deals. In the summer of 2021, however, everything changed. The Alston Supreme Court decision ruled that the NCAA’s caps on academic aid is a violation of antitrust law. In this episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, Dr. John Holden, assistant professor at the Spears School of...

You’ve probably noticed empty shelves on recent trips to the grocery store. They are a result of a breakdown in the supply chain. In this week’s Inside OSU podcast, Meghan Robinson speaks with Ted Washington, a professor of supply chain management at the Spears School of Business. They discuss why we are seeing problems with the supply chain, the long term effects and when we can expect improvement...

After a two year hiatus, the David Howard Food & Beverage Product Innovation Competition returns to Oklahoma State. In this episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, Meghan Robinson speaks with Chuck Willoughby, the manager for marketing relations at the Food and Agricultural Products Center. They discuss deadlines for entry, past products and how members of the public can taste test and help judge.

Soledad O’Brien is an award-winning journalist, documentarian, speaker, author and philanthropist. Throughout her impressive career, she has been a key contributor to NBC, CNN and other major networks. In 2013, she launched Soledad O’Brien productions – a company dedicated to telling stories on a range of social issues. O'Brien joins Meghan Robinson via Zoom on this episode of the Inside OSU podcast. They discuss the importance of continuing to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and how to have...

Losing weight and getting more exercise are popular New Year’s resolutions. The OSU Department of Wellness wants to help students, staff and the community achieve fitness goals. In this episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, Dallas Haggerty speaks with Dr. Todd Misener, Chief Wellness Officer at Oklahoma State University. Dr. Misener discusses programs that OSU offers to help maintain physical and mental wellness….

Growing up, Michael Albright loved super heroes and his favorite was Oklahoma State's Pistol Pete. He'd even dress up as the mascot for fun. In 2020, Michael's dream came true when he was named the 92nd Pistol Pete. In this week's Inside OSU podcast, Meghan Robinson sat down with Michael to learn more about the audition process, game day routine and his favorite memory as Pete... Join Meghan as she spends "24 Hours with Pistol Pete" at insideosu.com....

For Parker Wilson, being Pistol Pete runs in the family. His dad was OSU's Mascot in the late 80s and Parker has carried on the tradition the last two years. In this week's Inside OSU podcast, Meghan Robinson spoke with Parker to learn what it's like being the 91st Pistol Pete... Join Meghan as she spends "24 Hours with Pistol Pete" at insideosu.com....

Netflix stars Madison Bailey (Outerbanks) and Gaten Matarazzo (Stranger Things) were invited to speak at OSU by the OSU Speakers Board.  During their visit, they had a chance to sit down with Inside OSU's Channing Nessmith to discuss their background, what it's like to have a Netflix show and what their words of wisdom are for college students....

It's common practice to leave cookies out for Santa on Christmas Eve, but what if you want to make a batch big enough for his entire workshop? On this week's Inside OSU Podcast, Meghan Robinson speaks with Dr. Darren Scott, a food scientist at Oklahoma State University's Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center. Dr. Scott provides expertise on how to scale up recipes for large groups this holiday season...

Human trafficking is broadly defined and commonly practiced in various ways across the United States. In this episode of the Inside OSU podcast, Meghan Robinson speaks with Dr. Corinne Schwarz, an assistant professor of Gender, Women’s, and Sexuality Studies at OSU. Her research is broadly based on how gender violence and justice operate in society. More specifically, it looks at anti-trafficking service provisions.  

The Spirit Rider and Bullet are fan favorites at Oklahoma State football games. Inside OSU's Maggie Burke went to Bullet's home at Stone Ridge Ranch. She rode horseback along with the 2021 Spirit Rider, Cadlyn Smith, to get an inside look at how Cadlyn prepares to ride Bullet across Boone Pickens Stadium....

There are many job-related factors that can set off a heart attack for first responders, including physical exertion, extreme temperatures and even smoke inhalation.  There can also be a root cause of the heart attack—underlying heart disease associated with lifestyle factors that can be changed.  Our guest this week is Dr. Jill Joyce from the OSU Tactical Fitness and Nutrition Lab.  Dr. Joyce will describe the research she is conducting to help our first responders…

November 8 is First Generation Student day - celebrating those who became the first of their family to attend college. In this week's Inside OSU Podcast, we spotlight two members of the Cowboy Family who are first-generation students. Meghan Robinson sat down with Ken Eastman, Dean of Spears School of Business, and Rosa Gorham, OSU's First-Generation Organization president. They discuss the challenges they faced, how their career goals shifted and what it means to be first-generation college...

This week's guest is Dr. Kris Giles, Regents Professor in Entomology and Plant Pathology Over the past 25 years, three factors have interacted and resulted in a decline of insect pests in wheat: climate change; new strategies in wheat breeding; and the conservation of beneficial insects. Dr. Giles will describe the complex interaction of these factors....

Next week, Oklahoma State University will celebrate the 100th anniversary of America's Greatest Homecoming.  On this week’s podcast, Inside OSU’s Meghan Robinson visits with David Peters, Head of OSU Archives, to discuss how homecoming has evolved over the last 100 years. Then, Meghan is joined by Centennial Executive Director, Ariel Scholten, for a preview of this year's festivities...

Almost 100 years ago, black bears resided in Oklahoma before unregulated hunting and habitat changes wiped out the black bear population in the state. Over the past ten years, these bears have returned to some part of the state. For most of that decade, OSU professor Sue Fairbanks has taken graduate students to research the bears. She just returned from southeastern Oklahoma after researching in the field for the summer. Maggie Burke sat down with Professor Fairbanks and PhD student Courtney...