The SOTA Pop Podcast

Kiya is joined by Dr. Martha Summa-Chadwick, a musician and educator who will be speaking about music therapy for The Sunseri Speaker Series at UNA. How do science and music intersect? How does one get started in advocacy? And what is it like giving a TED Talk? Find out all this and more in this therapeutic episode!

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and this episode has at least that many! Kiya is joined by Anna Carden to talk about the Photography Club. How does one join the Photography Club? Does Anna prefer film or digital? And what does the Photography Club's magazine look like? Find out all this and more in this picture-perfect episode!

Due to a sick editor last week, it's late Valentine's Day! Kiya and her cohosts Grayson and Cat talk all things Valentine's. How much have we followed through on our New Year's resolutions? What do we think of the day's tragic origins? And what fast food place will host your wedding? Find out all this and more in this lovely episode!

On this super special jam-packed episode, Kiya Williams is joined by the director of UNA's upcoming production of Boeing Boeing, Ariel Lauryn, as well as by fellow cast members Grayson Waggoner, Trevor Peck, and Anna Armstrong! Why did Ariel choose Boeing Boeing? Why is Boeing Boeing rehearsal so fun and positive? And what new holiday is sweeping the nation? Find out all this and more in this week's plane crazy episode!

Kiya is joined by Mallory Campbell from UNA's University Program Council, or UPC. She talks about her experiences with UPC as well as what to expect from the highly-anticipated Step-Sing event. Who is allowed to perform in Step-Sing? How can one join UPC? And what seemingly innocent game do college students go feral for? Find out all this and more in this eventful episode!

Join Kiya as she talks to the distinguished winners of UNA's 2022 Chopped challenge! What was it like participating in such a high-stakes event? What incredibly obscure moment in Eternals caused food-related stress for one of our guests? And where does everyone stand in the great ketchup on hash browns debate? Find out all this and more in this delicious new episode!

New year, new episode (that definitely wasn't recorded minutes after the last episode)! Kiya, Cat, and Grayson ring in the new year by discussing their last semester and looking to their next. What episodes were never released? What are our resolutions? And how absurdly long will our playlist become? Find out all this and more in this celebrated episode!

You may not believe your ears, but yes, there is a new SOTA Pop over the winter break! In this very special, very long holiday episode, Kiya, Grayson, and Cat are joined by UNA's resident Christmas enthusiast, Davis Farlow. They discuss traditions, holiday favorites, and play a game involving strange Hallmark movie titles. Where does everyone stand in the great eggnog debate? Whose family had an elaborate crouton war? And why is Kiya so good at coming up with fake Hallmark titles? Find out all this and more in this holly jolly episode! We love you, and happy holidays!

This week Grayson is honored to be joined by two incredibly special guests! Michael Johnson is the chair of the UNA Cinematic Arts and Theatre department and an assistant professor in film production, and Ethan Eng is the co-writer, actor, and director of the award-winning coming-of-age film (and one of Grayson's all-time favorites) Therapy Dogs. They discuss the long-running George Lindsey UNA Film Festival and their experiences with the famed event. How did Ethan get from Canada to Alabama? What filmmakers stood out at the festival? And how can YOU submit your film for the 2023 festival? Find out all this and more in this week's reel-y good episode!

Join Kiya and Cooper as they talk about fast fashion with their friend and small business owner Yasmina Assajeri! What inspired Yasmina to make mushroom hats? Who can you trust when buying clothes online? And what is the best way to shop with a positive impact? Find out all this in more in this fashionable episode!