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As part of Baylor's overall academic enrichment, we are fortunate to welcome to campus authors, business leaders, religious leaders, and artists from all disciplines as distinguished guest speakers. We also have many student performances and great academic lectures from Baylor faculty members. Now you can access all of this great programming via Baylor Podcasts - listen online, download the mp3 file to your computer or portable mp3 player, and be sure to subscribe (it's free) to get the latest Baylor Podcasts as soon as they are available.

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Recent Podcasts

  • Awards Day

    Baylor Students, Faculty, Staff

    Baylor honored outstanding students during the much anticipated annual Awards Day ceremony.
    Recorded: Mon, 20 May 2013

  • Dawn Richards

    Senior Lunch, Class of 2013

    The annual senior luncheon with keynote address by Science Instructor Dawn Richards.
    Recorded: Mon, 20 May 2013

  • Baylor Concert Choir

    Vic Oaks and the Concert Choir

    Vic Oaks directs the Concert Choir in a selection of songs in Chapel. Penny Tullock on piano.
    Recorded: Mon, 13 May 2013

  • History Department Lecture Series

    Nate Rawlings '00

    Nate Rawlings '00 shares his experience as a soldier and a journalist in Iraq and Afghanistan.
    Recorded: Thu, 9 May 2013

  • A.J. Jacobs

    Cushman Lecture Series

    Best-selling author A.J. Jacobs has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, The Colbert Report and Late Night with Conan O’Brien.
    Recorded: Mon, 6 May 2013

  • Middle School Music Performance

    Students and Faculty Musicians

    Middle School students and faculty perform together during Middle School Assembly.
    Recorded: Fri, 3 May 2013

  • Maeghan Jones

    CEO & President, Chattanooga Area Food Bank

    Maeghan has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 15 years. She serves as CEO and President of the Chattanooga Area Food Bank.
    Recorded: Mon, 22 April 2013

  • Opera Performance

    Oliver Henderson '94, Abigail Mitchell, Baylor Students

    The Baylor School Fine Arts Department present Oliver Henderson '94, (tenor) and Abigail Mitchell, (soprano), perform selections from Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance
    Recorded: Mon, 15 April 2013

  • Rabbi Micah D. Greenstein

    Teacher, Preacher, Community leader

    Rabbi Micah D. Greenstein has served Temple Israel and was named by Memphis Magazine as one of the city’s most significant leaders.
    Recorded: Mon, 8 April 2013

  • Julie Baumgardner

    CEO, First Things First

    As a passionate advocate for healthy marriage and family, Mrs. Baumgardner frequently speaks on these issues both locally and nationally.
    Recorded: Mon, 18 March 2013

  • The Baylor Band

    Tom Schow Directs the Baylor Band

    The Baylor Band performs in chapel.
    Recorded: Mon, 4 March 2013

  • The Baylor Orchestra

    Tom Schow Directs the Baylor Orchestra

    The Baylor Orchestra performs in chapel
    Recorded: Fri, 1 March 2013

  • Brittan Berry

    People Operations, Google

    Brittan Berry talks about her experiences working with orphans and vulnerable children affected by HIV/AIDs in South Africa's rural townships.
    Recorded: Mon, 25 February 2013

  • Trisha Meili

    The Central Park Jogger

    Trisha Meili shares her amazing story of survival and recovery.
    Recorded: Wed, 13 February 2013

  • Walter Hautzig

    Renowned Pianist, Conductor

    The Baylor School Fine Arts Department hosted internationally renowned pianist Walter Hautzig who performed in chapel.
    Recorded: Mon, 11 February 2013

  • Midwinter Night’s Blast

    The Nighthawks, Student Musicians, Guests

    The 12th annual Midwinter Night’s Blast concert featuring the Nighthawks, a group of faculty and student musicians.
    Recorded: Thu, 7 February 2013

  • Bill Cushman '59

    Scholarship Dinner Keynote

    Long-time faculty member (now retired) Bill Cushman '59, was the keynote speaker at Baylor's annual scholarship dinner.
    Recorded: Mon, 4 February 2013

  • Natalie Daise

    Speaker, Writer, Artist, Facilitator

    For more than 20 years, Natalie Daise has developed and facilitated interactive learning experiences for organizations, educators, students, and audiences in schools, universities, conferences, and other venues.
    Recorded: Mon, 4 February 2013

  • Mid Winter Night's Blast Preview

    Nighthawks, Student Musicians

    Don’t miss the 12th annual Midwinter Night's Blast community service fundraiser Tuesday, Feb. 5 AND Thursday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. in the Roddy Theatre. The band played a preview number in chapel today.
    Recorded: Fri, 1 February 2013

  • Vervé Annual Concert

    Baylor's Vervé Dancers & Guest Performers

    Baylor's concert dance company, Verve’, presents its 21st annual concert. The company of dancers were joined by Baylor musician
    Recorded: Wed, 30 January 2013

  • History Department Lecture Series

    Dr. Woody Register

    Dr. Register, a professor at Sewanee, the University of the South, spoke about the creation of the American amusement industry.
    Recorded: Tue, 29 January 2013

  • Joel Hilchey

    Speaker, Writer, Founder, The BeanStalk Project

    Joel Hilchey is a speaker, writer, and the founder of The Beanstalk Project (a youth engagement initiative to promote global citizenship, develop youth leadership, and create positive social change).
    Recorded: Mon, 28 January 2013

  • MLK Day - Staged Reading & Discussion, Part 1

    Playwright Margaret Baldwin, Baylor Students

    PART 1: Members of the Acting for Production class present a dramatic reading of the play "Night Blooms" by Margaret Baldwin, which is set in Selma in 1965 just after Bloody Sunday and the marches that followed.
    Recorded: Mon, 21 January 2013

  • MLK Day - Staged Reading & Discussion, Part 2

    Playwright Margaret Baldwin, Baylor Students

    PART 2: Members of the Acting for Production class present a dramatic reading of the play "Night Blooms" by Margaret Baldwin, which is set in Selma in 1965 just after Bloody Sunday and the marches that followed.
    Recorded: Mon, 21 January 2013

  • MLK Day Celebration - Music Finali

    Love, Peace and Happiness, Guests

    The Baylor community enjoyed wrapping up our 18th annual MLK "Day On" celebration with a lively event led by faculty member Ken Parks and his band, Love, Peace, and Happiness.
    Recorded: Mon, 21 January 2013

  • Naomi Tutu - MLK Day Celebration

    Human Rights Activist

    Human rights activist Naomi Tutu delivered the keynote for Baylor School's annual Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration.
    Recorded: Fri, 18 January 2013

  • Rabbi Bill S. Tepper

    Mizpah Congregation, Chattanooga

    Rabbi Bill S. Tepper, a native of Toronto, is the 17th Rabbi to lead the historic Mizpah Congregation in Chattanooga.
    Recorded: Mon, 14 January 2013

  • Dr. Dan Kennedy

    Instructor of Mathematics

    Dr. Dan Kennedy shares insights regarding the true nature of education.
    Recorded: Mon, 7 January 2013

  • Baylor Concert Choir

    Vic Oaks and the Concert Choir

    Vic Oaks directs the Concert Choir in a selection of holiday songs in Chapel. Penny Tullock on piano.
    Recorded: Mon, 17 December 2012

  • Rev. Dan Scott Book Presentation

    Scott Wilson '75, Rev. Scott

    Headmaster Scott Wilson '75 presents Rev. Dan Scott the first edition of the new book "Baylor Prayers" by Rev. Dan Scott.
    Recorded: Mon, 17 December 2012

  • Holiday Orchestra Concert

    Beginning, Intermediate and Baylor Orchestra

    Mary Kay Smith directs the Beginning and Intermediate Orchestras and Tom Schow directs the Baylor Orchestra in the annual Holiday Orchestra Concert.
    Recorded: Wed, 12 December 2012

  • Holiday Band Concert

    Beginning Band, Middle School Band, Concert Band

    The Beginning, Middle School and Concert Bands directed by Tom Schow perform during their annual Holiday Band Concert.
    Recorded: Tue, 11 December 2012

  • Jack Stanford Memorial Service

    Baylor Community, Family, Friends

    A memorial service was held in the Alumni Chapel to celebrate and honor the life and many contributions of Jack Stanford.
    Recorded: Mon, 10 December 2012

  • Annie M. Paul

    Author, Journalist

    Annie Murphy Paul is an author, journalist, consultant and speaker who helps people understand how we learn and how we can do it better.
    Recorded: Mon, 10 December 2012

  • Louis “Kayo” Erwin

    WW II Veteran

    Local WW II veteran Louis “Kayo” Erwin, 87, shared a detailed accounting of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis (July 30, 1945) and his incredible story of survival with Bob Olson’s World War II class.
    Recorded: Tue, 4 December 2012

  • James L Catanzaro

    President of Chattanooga State

    Dr. James L. Catanzaro, President of Chattanooga State speaks in Chapel.
    Recorded: Mon, 3 December 2012

  • Solo & Ensemble Recital

    Baylor Students, Tom Schow

    Baylor students perform a selection of works under direction of musical director Tom Schow.
    Recorded: Thu, 15 November 2012

  • Concert Band and Orchestra Performance

    Baylor's Concert Band and Orchestra

    Conductor Tom Schow leads Baylor's Concert Band and Orchestra in a performance in Chapel.
    Recorded: Mon, 12 November 2012

  • Schaack Van Deusen Faculty Chair Announcement

    Scott Wilson '75, Shaack Van Deusen '61

    The establishment of the Schaack Van Deusen '61 Faculty Chair was announced today in assembly.
    Recorded: Fri, 9 November 2012

  • Amy Cohen

    English Department Chair and Middle School Instructor

    Amy Cohen shares here insights from a Faculty Global Study Grant trip to Helsinki, Finland
    Recorded: Thu, 8 November 2012

  • Kyle Matthews

    Musician, Songwriter

    In two decades of writing and performing, Kyle Matthews has emerged as one of Christian music’s most outstanding and unique songwriters.
    Recorded: Mon, 29 October 2012

  • Conrow Miller Award

    Jaimi Melton '94, Bett Adams '02, Heather Ott

    Bett Adams '02 announced that Baylor’s class of 2002 selected English instructor Heather Ott as the winner of the 2012 Conrow Miller Award.
    Recorded: Fri, 26 October 2012

  • Players Skit at Assembly

    The Baylor Players

    The Baylor Players entertained their peers in Assembly today with a clever announcement promoting the upcoming fall play.
    Recorded: Fri, 26 October 2012

  • Lauren Templeton '94

    President, Lauren Templeton Global Management

    Baylor Alum Lauren Templeton '94 speaks to students about noble purpose.
    Recorded: Mon, 22 October 2012

  • Rev. Dan Scott

    Baylor Chaplain

    Rev. Dan Scott shares perspectives and stories from his many years of working with students and parents.
    Recorded: Mon, 15 October 2012

  • Invisible Children Presentation

    National Volunteers

    Invisible Children Uganda (ICU) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for war-affected northern Ugandans by providing access to quality education and improved livelihoods.
    Recorded: Mon, 1 October 2012

  • Parents' Day Assembly

    Baylor Concert Choir, Guests

    The Baylor Concert Choir performs at a special assembly during Parents' Day.
    Recorded: Fri, 28 September 2012

  • Rev. Lou Parsons

    Assisi Episcopal Church

    The Reverend Louisa “Lou” Tucker Parsons is currently rector of St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church in Ooltewah, Tennessee.
    Recorded: Mon, 24 September 2012

  • Dr. Arun Gandhi addresses Middle School

    Grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, Non-violence Advocate

    Dr. Arun Gandhi speaks with Middle School students plus students from other visiting schools. Dr. Gandhi carries on the work of Mahatma Gandhi teaching his message of nonviolence in cities around the world.
    Recorded: Wed, 19 September 2012

  • Dr. Arun Gandhi

    Grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, Non-violence Advocate

    Dr. Arun Gandhi speaks with the Baylor community during a special chapel event. Dr. Gandhi carries on the work of Mahatma Gandhi teaching his message of nonviolence in cities around the world.
    Recorded: Wed, 19 September 2012

  • Jerry Faulkner

    Basketball Coach, Speaker

    Coach Jerry Faulkner, former Charlotte Latin (NC) Head Boys Basketball Coach, won over 700 games at the high school level.
    Recorded: Mon, 17 September 2012

  • Start of School Address

    Dr. Herb Barks ‘51

    Dr. Herb Barks ’51 speaks at chapel reflecting on "three things Baylor taught me".
    Recorded: Mon, 10 September 2012

  • Homecoming Speeches

    Baylor Student Nominees

    Several students give impromptu speeches each vying for votes for Homecoming Queen and King. Homecoming Speeches
    Recorded: Fri, 7 September 2012

  • Templeton Scholarship Winner

    Matthew Johnson ’13

    Templeton Scholarship recipient Matthew Johnson ’13 delivered his winning scholarship essay during chapel.
    Recorded: Fri, 31 August 2012

  • Convocation 2012

    Students, Staff, Guests

    Baylor’s Headmaster and President Scott Wilson ’75 presided over the school’s convocation ceremony.
    Recorded: Wed, 22 August 2012

  • Upper School Graduation 2012

    Class of 2012, Faculty & Staff

    Congratulations to the graduating Class of 2012, who celebrated this important milestone during commencement exercises on June 1.
    Recorded: Fri, 1 June 2012

  • Middle School Graduation 2012

    Baylor Students & Staff

    Congratulations to our eighth grade graduating class, who celebrated this important milestone during commencement exercises on May 30.
    Recorded: Wed, 30 May 2012

  • Schaack Van Deusen

    Senior Lunch, Class of 2012

    The annual senior luncheon with keynote address by Theater Director, Shaack Van Deusen.
    Recorded: Mon, 21 May 2012

  • Awards Day

    Baylor Students, Faculty, Staff

    Baylor honored outstanding students during the much anticipated annual Awards Day ceremony.
    Recorded: Mon, 21 May 2012

  • Choir Concert

    Student Choirs, Faculty Choir

    Baylor's 6th Grade Choir, 7th & 8th Grade Choir, Concert Choir and Faculty Choir perform in chapel.
    Recorded: Thu, 17 May 2012

  • Recognition Day

    Students, Faculty and Staff

    Upper School students, faculty and staff were honored for their service to the school during the school's annual Recognition Day ceremony.
    Recorded: Wed, 16 May 2012

  • Ryan Long and Alathea

    Songwriters, Musicians

    Musicians Ryan Long and singer/songwriter duo Alathea perform in chapel.
    Recorded: Mon, 7 May 2012

  • Bill Curry

    Head Coach, ESPN Analyst

    Bill Curry has spent his entire adult life as a leader and communicator. His NFL career included two Super Bowl titles and a stint as the President of the NFL Players Association.
    Recorded: Mon, 30 April 2012

  • Zan Guerry '67

    CEO, Chattem Inc.

    Zan Guerry ’67, CEO of Chattem, Inc. and former Chairman of Baylor's Board speaks to students in chapel.
    Recorded: Mon, 23 April 2012

  • Chinese Folk Musicians

    China Ocean University

    The highly acclaimed virtuoso players of Chinese Folk Music recently performed for Baylor School music and Chinese classes.
    Recorded: Fri, 20 April 2012

  • Walter Hautzig

    Concert Pianist

    Austrian concert pianist Walter Hautzig performs with Baylor’s orchestra under the direction of Tom Schow.
    Recorded: Mon, 16 April 2012

  • Jennifer Pharr Davis

    Cushman Lecture Series

    Jennifer has hiked over 11,000 miles of Long Distance Trails on 6 continents and currently holds endurance records on the Appalachian Trail, Long Trail and Bibbulmun Track.
    Recorded: Mon, 2 April 2012

  • Zan Guerry Tennis Center Dedication

    Scott Wilson, Zan Guerry, Special Guests

    Parents, alumni, and friends of Baylor attended the dedication of an expansive new tennis center in honor of Zan Guerry ’67.
    Recorded: Sat, 31 March 2012

  • Jason Taylor

    President, Chattanooga Times Free Press

    Jason Taylor, President of the Chattanooga Times Free Press newspaper, is one of the most dynamic and accomplished leaders in his industry.
    Recorded: Mon, 26 March 2012

  • Orchestra Performance

    The Baylor Orchestra

    The Baylor Orchestra performs a selection of music in chapel.
    Recorded: Mon, 5 March 2012

  • Eddie Davis

    Athletics Trainer

    Eddie Davis shares his reflections about the worst thing that ever happened in his life - the loss of his wife and beloved Baylor community member Janie Davis.
    Recorded: Mon, 27 February 2012

  • Chris Waddell

    Executive Director, One Revolution

    Chris Waddell, the most decorated male skier in Paralympic history, shares his inspiring story during a special chapel presentation.
    Recorded: Wed, 22 February 2012

  • Todd Etter '86

    Scholarship Dinner Keynote

    Todd Etter '86, who is one of the founding employees and partner of the non-traditional investment advice company known as the Motley Fool was the keynote speaker at Baylor's annual scholarship dinner
    Recorded: Tue, 21 February 2012

  • Karl Dewayne Gardner

    Actor, Director, Destiny Theater

    Karl D. Gardner…presents "African American Theatre: Yesterday and Today," as part of Baylor's African American Read-in
    Recorded: Mon, 6 February 2012

  • Mid-Winter Nights Blast

    The Nighthawks

    The 10th annual Midwinter Night's Blast community service fundraiser featuring the faculty and student band, the Nighthawks.
    Recorded: Tue, 31 January 2012

  • Verve 20th Year Concert

    Verve Dancers past & present

    Verve' has come of age! This important concert dance company and Baylor fine arts program has inspired audiences and dancers for 20 years.
    Recorded: Sat, 28 January 2012

  • Assembly Senior Speeches

    Charlie Haney, Andy Priddy

    Charlie Haney and Andy Priddy present their senior speeches during Assembly.
    Recorded: Fri, 27 January 2012

  • Mid-Winter Night's Blast Preview

    The Nighthawks

    Don’t miss the 11th annual Midwinter Night's Blast community service fundraiser Tuesday, Jan. 31 AND Wednesday, Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. in the Roddy Theatre. The band played a preview number in chapel today.
    Recorded: Fri, 27 January 2012

  • Heather Ott

    English Instructor, Coach

    English Instructor Heather Ott shares about her experiences visiting Kenya and her perspective on what it takes to achieve a high level of excellence.
    Recorded: Mon, 23 January 2012

  • MLK Day Celebration

    Love, Peace and Happiness

    The Baylor community enjoyed wrapping up our 17th annual MLK "Day On" celebration with a lively event led by faculty member Ken Parks and his band, Love, Peace, and Happiness.
    Recorded: Wed, 18 January 2012

  • MLK Day Panel Discussion

    Dr. Herb Barks '51, Alexis Guerry Bogo '89, Kelly Reisman Drayer '89, Charl

    Baylor students attending a special MLK Day panel discussion Monday learned about the school's efforts to create a more diverse community
    Recorded: Mon, 16 January 2012

  • Dr. Ernest Morrell

    Professor, Writer, Producer

    Dr. Ernest Morell, Professor of English Education and Director of the Institute for Urban and Minority Education (IUME) at Teachers College, Columbia University.
    Recorded: Fri, 13 January 2012

  • Colloquium

    Westminster Choir

    During Colloquium, upper school students enjoyed a special concert by the Westminster Choir College, one of the top collegiate choirs in the country.
    Recorded: Thu, 12 January 2012

  • Bill Cushman '59

    Former Faculty Member

    Bill Cushman '59 visited Baylor and spoke at Chapel about the value of tradition and community at Baylor.
    Recorded: Mon, 9 January 2012

  • Assembly, Jan. 6, 2012

    Ellie Lawler & Marshall Farrell

    Ellie Lawler & Marshall Farrell presented their senior speeches today at assembly.
    Recorded: Fri, 6 January 2012
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  • Louis “Kayo” Erwin

    WW II Veteran

    Local WW II veteran Louis “Kayo” Erwin, 87, shared a detailed accounting of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis (July 30, 1945) and his incredible story of survival with Bob Olson’s World War II class.
    Recorded: Tue, 4 December 2012

  • Dr. Arun Gandhi

    Grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, Non-violence Advocate

    Dr. Arun Gandhi speaks with the Baylor community during a special chapel event. Dr. Gandhi carries on the work of Mahatma Gandhi teaching his message of nonviolence in cities around the world.
    Recorded: Wed, 19 September 2012

  • Start of School Address

    Dr. Herb Barks ‘51

    Dr. Herb Barks ’51 speaks at chapel reflecting on "three things Baylor taught me".
    Recorded: Mon, 10 September 2012

  • Convocation 2012

    Students, Staff, Guests

    Baylor’s Headmaster and President Scott Wilson ’75 presided over the school’s convocation ceremony.
    Recorded: Wed, 22 August 2012

  • Chinese Folk Musicians

    China Ocean University

    The highly acclaimed virtuoso players of Chinese Folk Music recently performed for Baylor School music and Chinese classes.
    Recorded: Fri, 20 April 2012

  • Jennifer Pharr Davis

    Cushman Lecture Series

    Jennifer has hiked over 11,000 miles of Long Distance Trails on 6 continents and currently holds endurance records on the Appalachian Trail, Long Trail and Bibbulmun Track.
    Recorded: Mon, 2 April 2012

  • Todd Etter '86

    Scholarship Dinner Keynote

    Todd Etter '86, who is one of the founding employees and partner of the non-traditional investment advice company known as the Motley Fool was the keynote speaker at Baylor's annual scholarship dinner
    Recorded: Tue, 21 February 2012

  • Mid-Winter Nights Blast

    The Nighthawks

    The 10th annual Midwinter Night's Blast community service fundraiser featuring the faculty and student band, the Nighthawks.
    Recorded: Tue, 31 January 2012

  • Assembly, Jan. 6, 2012

    Ellie Lawler & Marshall Farrell

    Ellie Lawler & Marshall Farrell presented their senior speeches today at assembly.
    Recorded: Fri, 6 January 2012

  • Ed Huey

    Musician, Former Faculty Member

    Former faculty member Ed Huey wows the crowd with his musical prowess
    Recorded: Mon, 4 April 2011

  • John Two-Hawks

    Native American Musician

    John Two-Hawks is a Grammy-and-Emmy nominated, Platinum-Award winning musician whose music has been featured in movies by Fox Searchlight, films by HBO, and programs by The History Channel.
    Recorded: Tue, 28 September 2010

  • Tennis Greats Visit

    Melanie Oudin & the Bryan Brothers

    Baylor students were treated to a visit from some world-class tennis greats, rising star Melanie Oudin and five-time world champions Bob and Mike Bryan.
    Recorded: Thu, 3 December 2009

  • Scott Wilson '75

    Incoming Headmaster

    In his keynote Chapel address to Baylor students, faculty, and staff, Scott Wilson '75 looks back to his days as a student
    Recorded: Mon, 27 April 2009

  • Wendell Berry

    Poet, Author, Essayist

    Poet, essayist, farmer, and novelist Wendell Berry visited classes and spoke to Baylor students about sustainable land use and the importance of community
    Recorded: Thu, 2 April 2009