changing course

Red Dead Redemption 2 is a wildly successful history-based video game. The game is lauded for its realism and attention to detail. But how does it fare as a re-creation of history? UT history professor Tore Olsson takes up that question in a special class at UT and also in his new book: Red Dead's History: A Video Game, an Obsession, and America's Violent Past. Todd Steed caught up with Torre Olson to discuss the book. Olsson will be at Union Avenue Books on August 15th at 6:00.

Chris Grabenstein was sure he wanted to be a radio DJ... until he actually tried it. After stints at WUOT and W149 while attending UT, Chris changed course and eventually became a beloved writer for young readers. He recently returned to UT to give the commencement address for the College of Communication & Information. He sat down with Todd Steed to discuss his time in Knoxville and his path to becoming a writer.

Karen Armsey from HABIT stops by WUOT with her pal Shiloh. HABIT is a community group of volunteers that work together to promote the bond between people and animals.

Gretchen Neisler, vice provost for international affairs, sits down with Todd Steed to talk about International Education Week, the Center for Global Engagement and the importance of international experience for UT students. To learn more about International Education Week, visit here.

Catey McCLary talks with Todd Steed about Tremont Writers Conference and the upcoming Forum on Writing the Appalachians.

Chloe Levering talks with WUOT intern Sam Hastings about pursuing a career in the sports media industry. Chloe is a member of the Pride of the Southland Marching Band, an intern for VFL Films, and was just named WUTK 90.3 The Rock's first female sports director for the 2023-24 academic year.

UT professor of English Misty Anderson explains the new treatment of Cato, a classic play that inspired the American troops in the Revolutionary War. For more information on the play visit here.

Kumi Alderman returns to WUOT to share details of the expanded Knox Asian Festival on August 26.

UT alumnus Charley Collier sat down with WUOT intern Sam Hastings to discuss his early passion for sports broadcasting, which played a pivotal role in shaping his choice to enroll at UT, and ultimately paved the way for his current accomplishments in the radio industry.

Regina Dean sat down with Todd Steed to discuss her 28 years at WUOT. Regina shares some of the changes she's seen, the people who've made a difference to her and WUOT, and what led her to Knoxville.