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Courtyard Wednesday

Courtyard Wednesday

By TSU Young Alumni Network

The official podcast of the Tennessee State University National Alumni Association Young Alumni Network
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Courtyard Wednesday Feb 12, 2020

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Spring Time on The Yard

Spring Time on The Yard

Your favorite Courtyard Crew is checking in! It is a busy time for a Tiger - new major updates and ways to be involved with TSUNAA. Tune in to see what’s going on!
Mar 30, 202244:54
Leaps & Bounds

Leaps & Bounds

It’s a new year with the Courtyard Crew! Tune in and and see what coming up next that could involve you! Be sure to activate your TSUNAA Membership today!
Jan 26, 202236:47
A Big Blue Christmas

A Big Blue Christmas

Holiday Greetings from your favorite Courtyard Crew! You don’t want to miss this episode with incredibly special guests LIVE!
Cheers to a very Merry Big Blue Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Dec 25, 202102:01:22
The Sophisticated Ladies

The Sophisticated Ladies

Coach Melaneice and Mrs. Dianna join us to talk all things Sophisticated Ladies! Tune in to hear the vision and get excited to support our favorite ladies all season long.
Sep 30, 202143:42
The Real TSU

The Real TSU

MEMPHIS! MEMPHIS! MEMPHIS!
Southern Heritage Classic Weekend is here! TSU vs. Jackson State, our Tigers and Coach George are ready and we’re ready! New challenges and new opportunities to give! Tune in and see you in Memphis!
Sep 09, 202118:30
Adulting 101 Part 1: How to Invest
Feat. Erika Blair McGrew

Adulting 101 Part 1: How to Invest Feat. Erika Blair McGrew

The mindset to build wealth is necessary! Tune in with Erika Blair McGrew as she gives practical steps to your first investments.
Jun 17, 202155:49
Roar City to Red Ventures: A Conversation with Thaddeus Jones

Roar City to Red Ventures: A Conversation with Thaddeus Jones

Red alert! Alumnus Thaddeus “Thadd” Jones is in a new role at Red Ventures as Chief Talent Officer! In this episode he shares vital career tips for listeners eager to move forward in the career. Get your resume ready!
May 12, 202150:42
A New Direction: Past, Present, & Future

A New Direction: Past, Present, & Future

Something a lot of us will never forget is our time with New Direction Gospel Choir! This episode features New Direction’s Choir Director Justin L. Butler and members Kiara Rendall and James Thornton. The award-winning and internationally acclaimed New Direction Gospel Choir is a pillar of TSU. Get your robe, warm up your voice, and get ready for rehearsal!
Apr 15, 202101:04:29
LGBTQIA+ & TSU: PART TWO

LGBTQIA+ & TSU: PART TWO

This episode is Part II of the conversation we started last Wednesday. This episode continues the discussion on the LGBTQIA+ Community experience at TSU. If you haven’t already, have a listen to Part 1!
Apr 08, 202145:51
LGBTQIA+ & TSU: PART ONE

LGBTQIA+ & TSU: PART ONE

It’s time to have this conversation. On this episode of Courtyard Wednesday, we discuss the LGBTQIA+ Community experience at TSU. Of course, there’s a lot to unpack here. Join the conversation!
Mar 24, 202141:04
One Year Anniversary Show LIVE

One Year Anniversary Show LIVE

Wow! It’s been a whole 365 days since we’ve launch the Courtyard Wednesday Podcast! We’ve had so many great episodes and wonderful guests and of course - the most wonderful family of listeners anyone could ask for. This is the Anniversary Show! Tune in to see who shows up on the courtyard!
Mar 04, 202101:46:42
A Sit down with Dr.Glover

A Sit down with Dr.Glover

Let’s get to know the 8th President of our beloved Alma Mater, Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover. This is a conversation that gives us an in depth look at her upbringing, her time at TSU, and what she’s doing now. All of this is straight from the grapevine!
Feb 25, 202101:02:14
Only Up From Here

Only Up From Here

Come check in with your favorite Courtyard Wednesday Co-Hosts. This episode is full of good updates! All about what’s happening now and what’s coming up next!
Jan 27, 202142:03
President to President

President to President

Listen in as we chat with Dominique Davis, TSU SGA President and Charles Galbreath, TSUNAA President, as we discuss their leadership vision for 2021. Also, it wouldn’t be Courtyard Wednesday if we didn’t do a little J13 celebrating! Happy Founders Day to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.! And a Happy Founders Day to Kappa Alpha Psi, Phi Beta Sigma, Alpha Kappa Alpha, and Zeta Phi Beta!
Jan 13, 202136:09
Where Does Our Money Reside? A Talk with Hon. Harold Love, Jr. (TN-58) | Part 1

Where Does Our Money Reside? A Talk with Hon. Harold Love, Jr. (TN-58) | Part 1

The investigation and research continues as Rep. Harold Love leads the efforts to discover the funding TSU has been owed for generations. Have a listen to part 1 of an informative dialogue on this important part of TSU’s history of resilience.
Jan 10, 202154:14
A Brassville New Year!

A Brassville New Year!

The Courtyard Wednesday Podcast presents A Brassville New Year. Local brass band of TSU Alumnus presents a special musical set for your enjoyment. Cheers to the New Year!
Jan 01, 202114:28
Message Read....

Message Read....

It takes a true storyteller to evolve the simplest of concepts into thought-provoking film. This episode we talk with Spencer Glover ‘12, Director of the short film “Message Read”. Listen in to see what the creatives have been up to. “I can’t decide if it’s unfair or generous for us to love at all…”- Message Read.
Dec 16, 202047:57
Blue Friday

Blue Friday

BLUE FRIDAY IS COMING! Time to support our own, time to spend our blue dollars in our Tiger-owned businesses! Tune in to hear from Tiger business owners and a good gift list for your friends and loved ones this season. #BlueFriday
Nov 27, 202024:47
Friendsgiving

Friendsgiving

Friends are the family that we choose. For this Thanksgiving episode we are having a “Friendsgiving” takeover featuring Debbi, Shay, Kelley, Felecia, & Missy! Grab your friends and tune in!
Nov 26, 202029:40
VIRTUAL PROFESSOR 
Feat. Ashanti Mason Chambers ‘11

VIRTUAL PROFESSOR Feat. Ashanti Mason Chambers ‘11


The classrooms on campus aren’t filled like normal, there’s been a needed adjustment to virtual learning due to COVID-19 restrictions. This episode we talk with Ashanti Mason-Chambers ‘11, Professor of Communications to get a behind the scenes look at the virtual classroom.
Nov 11, 202039:51
FIRST TIME VOTING

FIRST TIME VOTING

Casting your ballot for the very first time is a memorable experience. As we were voters in this historic 2020 Presidential Election, we reminisce on our first time voting experience.
Nov 03, 202045:58
The One With Doc Allen

The One With Doc Allen

Have you been wondering what’s going on with TSU Athletics? Make sure you listen to this episode where we talk with Dr. Mikki Allen, TSU Athletics Director. New stadium? New sports? Recruiting young athletes? We discuss it all! Be sure to tune in.
Aug 26, 202001:00:39
The One With Aaron & Larry McGee

The One With Aaron & Larry McGee

Have a listen to this feel-good episode with Aaron and Larry McGee. This family certainly made their mark on TSU’s campus and are continuing to do amazing things! Tune in for a lot of laughter and good encouragement to use everything TSU has taught you.
Aug 20, 202001:06:20
It Can Be Done

It Can Be Done

Are you registered to vote? On this episode we have a talk with Keeda Haynes, Candidate for U.S. Congress, District 5, Democrat about her journey and hopes for a changed society. You can connect with Keeda at http://www.keedahaynes.com!
Jul 29, 202043:58
From Watson Hall to City Hall
Jul 09, 202040:24
TSU History: 108

TSU History: 108

Listen in as we give a recap of our 2020 National Convention while being joined again by Brigette Jones, our favorite Historian. We discuss the incredible lineage of resilient Tigers and everything else!
Jun 24, 202001:13:13
On Set with Actress Tracey Bonner ‘01

On Set with Actress Tracey Bonner ‘01

On this new episode of Courtyard Wednesday we talk with Actress Tracey Bonner ‘01. We discuss her new Netflix series, Sweet Magnolias and upcoming ventures. She gives us candid insight into the film industry as well as the impact of COVID-19 on the industry. You know we couldn’t let this week pass without talking about Luda vs Nelly as well!
May 20, 202049:26
First Day Out: Class of 2020 Edition

First Day Out: Class of 2020 Edition

On this new episode of Courtyard Wednesday we talk with Sophisticated Ladies Captain and recent Graduate, Emmaly Gott. We discuss our beloved Alma Mater and what’s next for our new Alumni. Congrats to the Class of 2020! Welcome to the legacy.
May 06, 202040:42
Chase What Matters

Chase What Matters

This episode, the second in our interview series, we talked with Artist & Award-Winning Super Producer Aaron Lockhart, also known as DUBBA AA! This inspiring interview encourages us all to appreciate our mentors and pay it forward to those coming up behind us.
Apr 22, 202030:42
Think, Work & Serve: A Sit Down with TSUNAA National Presidential Candidate 
Charles H. Galbreath

Think, Work & Serve: A Sit Down with TSUNAA National Presidential Candidate Charles H. Galbreath

This episode gives brief updates on the response to COVID-19 and TSUNAA 2020 Convention. Also, an exciting interview with Charles H. Galbreath, candidate for TSUNAA President. Listen in as we talk with him about his platform and TSU experience.
Apr 08, 202038:47
Who’s Throwing the Set?

Who’s Throwing the Set?

It’s customary to ask this whenever campus seems to shut down! This episode talks about the recent updates from TSU regarding campus closure due to COVID-19, how everything is being affected by the pandemic, what we can do asl Alumni, and our memories of when campus shut down. It’s a moment to destress and have a few laughs during this high-stress time.
Mar 19, 202026:01
You Got Declining Balance?

You Got Declining Balance?

It’s the time of the year when we all start to ask that question! This episode highlights the memories of times in the Sub, Spring break moments we can’t forget, and the incredible success of TSU Alumni raising over 1.7 million dollars! Most importantly, we extend our hearts and prayers to our Alma Mater, fellow Tigers, and community that we’re affected by the recently devastating tornado. Follow us on IG @tsuyoungalumninetwork
Mar 04, 202019:52
Who Are They? TSU Young Alumni Network

Who Are They? TSU Young Alumni Network

The first episode of Courtyard Wednesday. On this episode hear what’s going on with the young alumni network and the big reveal with the TSU 40 Under Forty Honorees
Feb 12, 202004:35:44
Welcome to Courtyard Wednesday

Welcome to Courtyard Wednesday

The newest form of communication from the Tennessee State University Alumni Association, Young Alumni Network.
Feb 10, 202000:41