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SOTA Pop is a student-run podcast about everything arts at UNA. Subscribe to hear us feature local artists from UNA and around the Shoals!
SOTA Pop is a student-run podcast about everything arts at UNA. Subscribe to hear us feature local artists from UNA and around the Shoals!
Episodes

Monday Dec 08, 2025
Monday Dec 08, 2025
We got to learn all about New York and the inside details of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in this week's episode! Joined by Marching Pride leaders, Aidan Trout and Maddie Shelton, we got to hear more about being in the UNA marching band as well, and all of the great reasons to join the band.
There were some absolute FIRE jokes made in this episode (67 HAHAHAHA)(will that save us from the algorithm?). Anyways, we hope you guys love it, and even if you don't, I refuse to look at the dislike count!
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music by Zeke Jones.

Monday Dec 01, 2025
Monday Dec 01, 2025
In this weeks episode, Dottie and Brandon are joined by fellow SOTA employee, Shylah Stewart! Shylah is a digital arts major and she shared all of the arts and bug drawing insights with #SOTApopnation.
Yeah I'm sorry for that description but who reads those anyways! Good luck on your finals this week everyone! Don't fret about winter break either, we will still be posting all the way through to give y'all your weekly fill of SOTA.
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music by Zeke Jones.

Monday Nov 24, 2025
S8 Ep13 LET US COOK!! A Culinary Conversation With Lauren McGhee
Monday Nov 24, 2025
Monday Nov 24, 2025
In this weeks episode, Dottie and Brandon got to talk to Lauren McGhee, a culinary student at UNA. They talk all about Thanksgiving food and what it means to be a culinary student. Lauren is also a member of the UNA marching band and talks about her experience in the band and the show that they will perform at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
This episode was a lot of fun to do and I really hope you guys like it! Its great to get to talk about this so close to the season. Don't forget to invite others to your Thanksgiving celebration this year because you never know who might not get to celebrate.
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music by Zeke Jones.

Monday Nov 17, 2025
S8 Ep12 We're Going On The FRIDGE!! Crafting Session With The Hosts
Monday Nov 17, 2025
Monday Nov 17, 2025
In this week's episode, we decided to take things easy and have fun drawing and playing with Play-Doh. This is a very serious and mature podcast. We also talk about what art exactly means to us and how we get to participate in it.
This episode is very laid back, and I really hope y'all enjoy such a chill episode with finals coming up soon. Give us a listen while you study!
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music by Zeke Jones.

Sunday Nov 09, 2025
Sunday Nov 09, 2025
We taught Hamlet and Ophelia all about soundboards while they taught us all about the mortality of their characters! Taz Whaley and Harley Dauma joined us this week to talk all about their roles and experiences in UNA's production of Hamlet Abridged.
Lets all cheer for this episode actually being up on time and not be riddled with a ton of issues. Give a big thumbs up in the comment section for this awesome work!
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music by Zeke Jones.

Monday Nov 03, 2025
Monday Nov 03, 2025
Dottie and Brandon learn all about architecture, interior design, and awesome conversation pits with design student Adrian Hosier.
Now that we are all a bit less busy, posting should be much more consistent. That's why this episode is definitely on time. Hopefully you guys love this week's conversation!
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music from Zeke Jones.

Monday Oct 27, 2025
Monday Oct 27, 2025
In this episode, Brandon and Dottie get to talk with actress and producer of SOTA Pop, Marty Loring, all about acting. Watch as Brandon and Dottie read and act through scary stories for this spooky season!!
I know the late upload was very scary for all of our dedicated listeners, 'tis the season, though! To make up for the lost time, we gave you all an hour-long podcast to listen to today!
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music from Zeke Jones.

Monday Oct 20, 2025
Monday Oct 20, 2025
Dottie and Brandon get to learn all about recitals, vocalism, and advocacy for the transgender community with Shea Fuqua, a UNA student.
We have been busier than ever over here, but hopefully we are hitting better strides with this episode. If you don't think so, write a nice nice comment about how awesome we are because we won't take negative feedback, thanks!
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music from Zeke Jones.

Monday Oct 13, 2025
S8 Ep7 These Directors HATE Grapes?? A Dying Art Discussion
Monday Oct 13, 2025
Monday Oct 13, 2025
This week, Brandon interviews Dottie and her co-director, Reagan Lawson, on their upcoming film: A Dying Art.
This is the first episode edited by our new producer, so if it's not up to standard, still blame Brandon. Thanks!
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music done by Zeke Jones.

Monday Oct 06, 2025
Monday Oct 06, 2025
Dottie and Brandon speak with Natalie Doll, a local arts event coordinator, about all things arts, events, and PUMPKIN DROPS.
This week's episode has some audio problems. We apologize, but don't worry - we've just hired a new producer, so hopefully, she'll be able to fix everything. Or not, but either way we'll see y'all next week!
Intro shot by Reagan Lawson with music from Zeke Jones.
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