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The Congregational Church Choir’s scratchy “I Want to be Ready” is a rare and wonderful example of a jubilee song from 1927.

What makes storytelling so powerful? Unlike the stereotype of a dry lecture, storytelling is one of humanity’s oldest art forms—capable of sparking imagination and transforming the way we experience information. Actor Daveed Diggs, best known for his Tony-winning role in Hamilton, says art was the key that made American history finally feel like his story. In this segment, we explore how the power of storytelling—and art more broadly—can reshape the way we engage with history, learning, and the world around us.

The Jordan Singers’ “I Want to be Free” has the same rollicking beat as some of the best freedom songs by the Staple Singers.

In 2023, the group Music Industry How To reviewed over 2.2 million Spotify playlists to see what names appeared most often in song titles. With over 2,000 hits was John followed by Mary, Maria, and Johnny. Ross has found songs featuring the top five men and women's names.

This week on Conversations with Creative Waco, two celebrations of creativity take the spotlight. Baylor Theatre launches its first-ever New Play Initiative, a festival of staged readings that shines a light on emerging playwrights with a brand-new $15,000 prize. We’ll also hear from Eric Linares as Hispanic Heritage Month comes alive through food, history, music, and tradition — from the Mayborn Museum and Levitt AMP concerts to Waco’s vibrant Día de los Muertos Parade & Festival.

From Broadway to Bada Bing: a new biography unpacks the life, career, and lasting impact of James Gandolfini, star of The Sopranos.

On this edition of Downtown Depot, host Rachel E Pate sits down with the City Manager for Waco, Bradley Ford.

This is the Reverend Dr. Andrew Armond, associate rector of Saint Albans Episcopal Church here in Waco. Welcome to this week's edition of Likely Stories.

This weekend, Ross remembers Mexia’s Sunday School teaching songwriter Cindy Walker. She wrote songs that became hits and standards for singers from Bing Crosby to John Legend.

The Famous Blue Jay Singers novelty release “Clanka Lanka” celebrates one of the most famous phrases in gospel quartet singing history.