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A weekly podcast introducing the Waco community to the people behind Baylor’s teaching, research and distinct role in higher education.

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Latest Episodes

What happens when a Baylor geologist makes a career pivot to build an apparel and lifestyle brand? Hunter Harlow, a 2010 Baylor graduate did just that, shaping Sendero into a brand rooted in the culture, landscapes and stories of the American West.

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Each summer, Baylor Line Camp welcomes hundreds of incoming students to campus and introduces them to the traditions, friendships and experiences that shape life at Baylor. From small-group connections and campus immersion to the historic Independenc... more

Each year, Baylor students travel around the world on mission trips that combine service, learning, and calling. Baylor nursing faculty member Katy Vogelaar and Baylor student Julia Pitts recently returned from missions trips in Kenya and Peru. They ... more

Even in the summer months, Baylor’s campus is full of energy, thanks in part to a wide range of camps that bring pre-college students to Waco. In this episode of Baylor Connections, hear about two of those camps with Todd Kettler of the Moody School ... more

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Recent Guests

Hunter Harlow
Co-founder of Sendero Provisions
Sendero Provisions
Episode: The Sendero Story: Building a Brand and Community in Waco
Olivia Knapp
Student leader, Baylor Line Camp
Baylor University
Episode: Baylor Line Camp: Friendship, Tradition and Belonging
Matthew Peterson
Student leader, Baylor Line Camp
Baylor University
Episode: Baylor Line Camp: Friendship, Tradition and Belonging
Katy Vogelaar
Member of the Louise Harrington School of Nursing faculty
Baylor University
Episode: Baylor Missions: Serving and Learning Around the World
Julia Pitts
Health science studies major, Baylor student
Baylor University
Episode: Baylor Missions: Serving and Learning Around the World
Todd Kettler
Faculty member, Education Department
Baylor University
Episode: Baylor Summer Camps: Connecting Kids to the Campus Experience
Mary Lauren Benton
Faculty member, Computer Science/ECS
Baylor University
Episode: Baylor Summer Camps: Connecting Kids to the Campus Experience
Ella Carlile
Fulbright ETA recipient to South Korea; linguistics major
Baylor University
Episode: Fulbright Honors: Shaping the Next Generation of Global Leaders
Alan Koroluk
Fulbright Binational Business participant to Mexico City; political science major with entrepreneurship minor
Baylor University
Episode: Fulbright Honors: Shaping the Next Generation of Global Leaders

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Derek Smith
Host of Baylor Connections, Baylor University

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • So APPRECIATE this podcast

    What a blessing to hear details of what is happening around our university!! Appreciate hearing from our leaders and faculty—- so interesting!!! Also, motivating to remind me to pray for our students and the mission of Baylor University!! Sic’em!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LyndaMC
    United States7 years ago
  • Sic em

    If anyone gives this pod less than 5 stars, they're probably an Aggie

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Is it the shoes!
    United States8 years ago
  • Sic’Em!

    Good stuff. Love my university.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Taekuk Cho
    United States9 years ago

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Love hearing leaders and faculty from the university; motivating to support students and Baylor's mission.

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The Sendero Story: Building a Brand and Community in Waco
Q: Why did Sendero stay in Waco rather than moving to a larger market, and what is the relationship with Baylor?
Hunter emphasizes the community and Baylor connection as foundational, choosing to grow in Waco to contribute to its ecosystem and to keep the brand's identity closely tied to the town's culture and future growth.
The Sendero Story: Building a Brand and Community in Waco
Q: How did Hunter's geology background influence his approach to building a retail brand?
He notes that the scientific training—pattern recognition, hypothesis testing, and methodical experimentation—translates to leadership and product development, making him a self-taught learner and enabling creative problem solving within Sendero.
The Sendero Story: Building a Brand and Community in Waco
Q: What is the basics of how Sendero got started and how it evolved into a brand?
Hunter explains that Sendero began as a way to stay connected to outdoor passions and then evolved into a Western-inspired brand with a flexible meaning, growing from hats to a broader retail identity while staying rooted in the Waco community.
Baylor Missions: Serving and Learning Around the World
Q: How did faculty involvement shape the experience for you?
Faculty led pre-trip meetings, modeled thoughtful inquiry, and continued discussions after the workdays, demonstrating how to serve humbly and learn deeply across cultures.
Baylor Missions: Serving and Learning Around the World
Q: What was your takeaway from the trip that you think future students should know?
If you have the opportunity, go and invest your time and money; it will be a transformative learning experience that teaches humility, cultural humility, and the value of serving while learning from the people you are there to help.

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What is Baylor Connections about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Baylor-focused interview series spotlighting faculty, administrators, and student-achievers who intersect education, research, and global engagement. Episodes often center on leadership development, interdisciplinary collaboration, faith-informed scholarship, and real-world impact—from global study programs and ethics in science to engineering innovation and athletics culture. A standout pattern is hosting Baylor-affiliated experts and notable administrators who illuminate institutional initiatives (global engagement, flourishing research, technology transfer, and student success) with practical stories, donor perspectives, and field-wide implications. This mix offers both insider institutional context and broader lessons for audiences in... more

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4. Katy Vogelaar
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6. Todd Kettler
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