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Special Programs and Discontinued Features

This area is dedicated to special series, programs, interviews and other segments that have aired and still hold value in understanding our Central Texas community – whether the segment focuses on the arts, politics, education, business or science and environment. 
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Ten Transformative Songs of Andre Crouch
ENCORE BROADCAST - Sunday, May 4th at 8pm on KWBU-Waco Public Radio.In late April of 2024 KWBU worked with gospel enthusiasts and scholars Robert F. Darden and Stephen M. Newby on this hour-long special Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Andraé Crouch.
KWBU State of the Station - February 2024
This State of the Station from KWBU includes an update from President Joe Riley. Brodie Bashaw also speaks with KWBU Reporter Autumn Jones and Community Engagement Coordinator Rachel Velasco.
Community Special Presentation - Dr. Os Guinness
On September 13th, the McLennan Honors College at MCC presented the Ken Starr Memorial Lecture, featuring internationally recognized author and social critic Os Guinness. Dr. Guinness earned his undergraduate degree from the University of London and his PhD in social sciences from Oxford University. Before the lecture, Dr. Guinness came to the KWBU studio to be interviewed by Ashley Cruseturner, history professor at McLennan Community College.
League of Women Voters Forums: McLennan County Comissioner Precinct 3
To help voters learn about candidates this election season, KWBU has partnered with the Waco chapter of the League of Women Voters to present candidate…
League of Women Voters Forum - McLennan County Commissioner Precinct 1
To help voters learn about candidates this election season, KWBU has partnered with the Waco chapter of the League of Women Voters to present candidate…
League of Women Voters Forums: House of Representatives District 17 Republican Candidates
To help voters learn about candidates this election season, KWBU has partnered with the Waco chapter of the League of Women Voters to present candidate…
League of Women Voters Forums: House of Representatives District 17 Democratic Candidates
To help voters learn about candidates this election season, KWBU has partnered with the Waco chapter of the League of Women Voters to present candidate…
League of Women Voters Forums: District 19 State Judge
To help voters learn about candidates this election season, KWBU has partnered with the Waco chapter of the League of Women Voters to present candidate…
Special - KWBU 2020
With Downtown Depot on holiday hiatus, KWBU's Joe Riley and Brodie Bashaw took this opportunity to talk about the 20th anniversay year of the station, how…
Central Texas Leadership Series: John Burnett
On this special installment of the Central Texas Leadership Series, a conversation of On The Record with NPR Southwest Correspondent John Burnett. KWBU…

IN STUDIO

A KWBU production, showcasing conversations with special guests.

  • Following KWBU's live broadcast of The Texas Standard in July, David brown, managing editor and host of The Texas Standard joined Rachel Velasco 'In Studio' to talk about his background in broadcast media, community, and the importance of public radio.
  • Whilst in town celebrating KWBU's 25th anniversary, Grant Barrett, master of language and co-host of 'A Way with Words' spent some time in studio with Rachel Velasco. Amongst other topics they'll be discussing where Grant's interest in language initially came from and linguistic projects he's been involved with. We'll also be getting Grant's insight into Texan and Southern slang.

  • Bo Mello
    For Baylor students, career success begins when they set foot on campus, with the help of the Baylor University Career Center. Baylor’s placement rate of 91 percent is one of the best in the nation, and its approach is student-centered, walking alongside students and helping them define success. Michael Estepp, Assistant Vice Provost in the Career Center, showcases the approach that helps students successfully pursue their calling.
  • Matthew Minard
    Archaeologist and anthropologist Julie Hoggarth heads to Belize next week continue her nationally recognized research on ancient Maya cultures, sharing what their experiences can teach us today.

BAYLOR CONNECTIONS

May 30, 2025 was the final airing of Baylor Connections on KWBU. Although we will miss having Derek Smith and so many from the Baylor family in studio, we appreciate the time and conversations that were shared in our studio over the years.

You can find archived segments of Baylor Connections - HERE

  • Sarah Aviram's exploration into remote work uncovers a surprising revelation, challenging conventional notions of job satisfaction and prompting a deeper inquiry into the true drivers of workplace fulfillment.
  • In an era defined by choice overload, Patrick McGinnis explores the complexities of decision-making, categorizing choices and revealing the nuances of navigating daily dilemmas in a world of limitless options.

BUSINESS REVIEW

Launched in March of 2005, this series was one of the first weekly local productions on KWBU. The program won the nationally prestigious Communicator Award numerous times. Business Review came to a close after the May 2024 retirement of program creator and host, CJ Jackson. Business Review was a production of Livingston+McKay LLC, KWBU-FM and the Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University.

You can find archived segments of Business Review - HERE

  • Brodie Bashaw
    For KWBU’s Central Texas Leadership Series this week, KWBU’s Rachel Velasco leads a conversation with Eloisa Cruz Arredondo, Program Coordinator for Inspiracion Waco, a dual-generation program that supports both parents and children through early childhood education.
  • For KWBU’s Central Texas Leadership Series this week, Rachel Velasco leads a conversation with Cade Kegerreis, a multidisciplinary artist specializing in oil painting and large-scale murals. Kegerreis has completed murals for clients such as Baylor University, The Texas Sports Hall of Fame, and Texas A&M University.

CENTRAL TEXAS LEADERSHIP SERIES

The Central Texas Leadership Series has gotten rebranded. On July 11, 2025 r The Sit Down with Rachel debuted. This second Friday monthly program is conversation with people shaping our community. From civic leaders and artists to advocates and organizers, it's about people you may not know - but should. The folks who are the real heart of Texas.

You can find archived segments of Central Texas Leadership Series - HERE