Gardner-Webb University: Podcast Network

GWU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tim Craft is back on Dawg Tracks: episode 12. Today, Craft talks about the impact of the Paul Porter Arena home crowd, the community value of the basketball program, and why he likes playing regional teams like Western Carolina. Craft also offers an outlook of this week’s matchup with Wofford College.

Tim Craft has helmed Runnin’ Bulldogs Men’s Basketball for 11 years. On this episode of Dawg Tracks he reflects on his time in Boiling Springs, offers a day in the life of coaching, shares notes on where to find joy in life, weighs in on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and much more.

Tyrell Nelson made his mark as a Runnin’ Bulldog for four seasons on the Men’s Basketball squad. During that time, he scored nearly 1700 points over the course of 133 games, and averaged 12.5 points per game. His time at GW provided the foundation for the 2019 team that earned a spot in the NCAA tourney vs. eventual national champion Virginia. Today on Dawg Tracks, Brendon Boylan speaks with Nelson about his time with the Dawgs, and his international professional basketball playing career.

This episode of Dawg Tracks is hosted by GWU alumnus and award-winning documentarian, Brendan Boylan. Boylan has been covering college and pro athletics for several years as a commentator, analyst & contributing writer.

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The Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs Football team is riding a four-game winning streak heading into this weekend’s regular season finale.  The contest against CSU has a conference championship on the line, and an opportunity to head to the FCS playoffs for the second consecutive year.

On this episode of Dawg Tracks, Head Coach Tre Lamb offers a reflection on the season, a look at the evolution of GWU football, and a forecast of things to come.   

Balsam Range, winner of 13 awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA)—including Entertainer of the Year—will headline the second concert in Brinkley Amphitheater at Gardner-Webb University. Special guest, Fireside Collective, will open the event on Nov. 18.

Doors open at 4 p.m. and the program starts at 5 p.m. General admission tickets are available now.

Today on Webbchat Richard McDevitt and Noel T. Manning II spend time with Tim Surrett of Balsam Range. Surrett shares his influences, the genesis of the band, and why Bluegrass Music continues to resonate with audiences.  

Today we welcome award-winning author Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle as our guest for WebbChat episode 14. Clapsaddle came to Gardner-Webb as a featured speaker for the Darlene J. Gravett Visiting Writer Series. Hosted by the Department of English Language and Literature, Clapsaddle spent time with students and offered a talk to the general public. Today on Webbchat she discusses her debut novel, “Even As We Breathe”; she offers thoughts about her Cherokee heritage, and provides lessons learned about the art and craft of writing.

Dawg Tracks: Episode 8 welcomes GWU President William Downs

Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William Downs joins Brendan Boylan to explore the Campus of Champions. The two chat about the impact of Runnin’ Bulldog athletics, the best places to sit to watch games, and some of the president’s favorite moments for students during his time at GWU.  

This episode of Dawg Tracks is hosted by GWU alumnus and award-winning documentarian, Brendan Boylan. Boylan has been covering college and pro athletics for several years as a commentator, analyst & contributing writer.

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Big South Football Coach of the year Tre Lamb joins Dawg Tracks to talk about the legacy of football in his family, the foundational culture he’s developed as head coach for the Runnin’ Bulldogs, the NFL caliber talent coming into the program, life lessons, and the future of GWU Football.

  This episode of Dawg Tracks is hosted by GWU alumnus and award-winning documentarian, Brendan Boylan. Boylan has been covering college and pro athletics for several years as a commentator, analyst & contributing writer.

Mary Beth Martin joins WebbChat: Episode 10 to talk about her work with the Earl Scruggs Center, the cultural impact of the music and stories of the American South, outreach opportunities, and the upcoming music festival. Martin is the executive director of the Center, and she also shares the historical significance of Scruggs as a pioneer of international music beyond the Bluegrass genre. More details on the Center can be found here: earlscruggscenter.org.

 The 2nd Annual Earl Scruggs Music Festival is scheduled for Labor Day weekend (Aug. 31-Sept. 2) and will feature such guests as Emmylou Harris, The Infamous Stringdusters, The Earls of Leicester and many, many more. The weekend also offers opportunities for trails rides, a golf tournament, pickleball and more. Check out earlscruggsmusicfest.com for full details.

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On WebbChat episode 9, we welcome several members of the Gardner-Webb community to have a dialogue about the impact of Juneteenth for their lives. Guests for this episode include:

•   Lawrence Brinson, Director of Diversity & Inclusion for GWU (show moderator)
• Dr. LaDonna Clark, Assistant Professor, Principal Faculty for Physician Assistant Studies at GWU, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion chair
• Verhonda Crawford Diehl, chair, GWU Board of Trustees Marketing Committee, VC Consulting

On WebbChat episode 8, we welcome Emily Epley, director for Cleveland County Travel and Tourism. We spend time talking about the purpose of the organization, volunteerism, what kind of economic impact this industry has on the area, and future possibilities to bring visitors to the county.

Bulldog Dialogue: Episode 19

On this episode of Bulldog Dialogue, we welcome Dr. Josh Parrott. Josh was named as the vice president and university chaplain for Christian Life and Service for Gardner-Webb University in February.

 The Christian life of the University has been a priority for Gardner-Webb since it was founded in 1905, and that continues today.  Josh is a GWU alumnus and has 21 years of combined experience in the Church and in higher education. Today he shares his journey back to GWU and offers a glimpse of the services and programs offered by this essential office.

 We’ll also explore some Gardner-Webb news and social happenings. Bulldog Dialogue is hosted by Gardner-Webb President Dr. William Downs.  

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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Scott Merritt is the new Gardner-Webb University Women’s Basketball head coach, and he’s our guest on this edition of Dawg Tracks. He was officially welcomed to campus in a community meet and greet and media opportunity on May 2nd.  Merritt comes to GWU from the University of Wisconsin, where he has served as Associate Head Coach since 2021. He was a championship caliber player at Marquette, including making it to the 2003 Final Four. As an assistant coach he’s helped lead top-ten teams to three Big East Conference Championships and he’s played nine seasons of professional basketball all over the world.

On this episode of Bulldog Dialogue, we welcome Gardner-Webb Alumna, and new Big South Commissioner Sherika Montgomery. Today she shares her vision, passion and hopes for the future of the Big South Conference and reflects on lessons learned as a Runnin’ Bulldog.

She played for the ‘dawgs from 2007-2010 and was part of the 2010 Big South Conference regular season championship squad that posted a 28-5 record. Sherika has also worked with the NCAA as an advocate for inclusion, diversity, compliance, and women’s athletics. She has also served at fellow Big South member Winthrop University and as Deputy Commissioner for the Missouri Valley Conference.

We’ll also explore some Gardner-Webb news and social happenings. Bulldog Dialogue is hosted by Gardner-Webb President Dr. William Downs.  

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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Dean’s List: Episode 4 (Residence Life)

On episode 4 of the Dean’s List, we will spotlight the work students and staff are doing in the area of Residence Life at Gardner-Webb University. We’re joined today by five students (Holly Clark, Corey Dragun, James Fleckenstein, Micah Moulder and Maryevelyn Murray) who are resident advisors. We also welcome Director of Housing and Residence Education Shelbilyn Boelsche; she offers tips, reminders, and approaches to engaging and participating in the on-campus experience at GWU.

The Dean’s List is hosted by Lesley Villarose, vice president for Student Development and dean of students at GWU.

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Bulldog Dialogue: Episode 17 -WebbStock 2023

On April 22, The Town of Boiling Springs and the University will come together to celebrate Webbstock ’23 with live music, food trucks and arts and crafts vendors on Main St. and the GWU campus. Joining us today on Bulldog Dialogue is Boiling Springs Town Manager, Justin Longino and WebbStock Committee member & VP for Marketing at Gardner-Webb, Richard McDevitt.

We’ll also explore some Gardner-Webb news and social happenings and have an interview with Brandon Kirkley of Cassette Rewind.

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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Bulldog Dialogue 16: Celebrating The Big Dance at Gardner-Webb

The Gardner-Webb Women's Basketball team, Big South Champs, will play at No. 2 seed Utah on Friday, March 17th, in the first round of the NCAA Division I Basketball Championships. The Runnin' Bulldogs (29-4), the No. 15 seed in the region, are taking on the Utes (25-4) from the PAC-12 Conference in the inaugural matchup between the two.  GWU President William Downs offers a deep dive into what’s ahead for this game and how you can celebrate GWU athletics on Episode 16 of Bulldog Dialogue with guests:

• GWU Women’s      Basketball Coach Alex Simmons
• Marc Rabb, Assistant      Athletic Director for Media Relations
• Wes Cogdill, Executive Director of the Bulldog Club
• Micahla Funderburk, “6th Woman Award” recipient for Women’s Basketball, Junior, Guard, hometown Charlotte, N.C.

The Dean’s List: Episode 3

On episode 3 of the Dean’s List, we will spotlight the work our students and staff are doing in the area of Student Engagement at Gardner-Webb University. We’re joined today by four students (Meredith Bridges, Jalen Fearington, Jordan Joseph, Alivia Lo) who are active in various student organizations, groups and clubs, and two of our staff members (Jes Raduly, Hope Saunders) from Student Engagement offer an inside look at life at The Webb. They’ll all chat about ways to get connected to campus life and how to become immersed in a culture of involvement.

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Today we’ll explore the creation and dissemination of knowledge and dive into the pillars of higher education. Our guests today on Bulldog Dialogue episode 15 are Gardner-Webb’s newest academic deans. Dr. Robert G. Prickett began his role as the dean of the College of Arts & Sciences in January, and Dr. Natalie Bishop was promoted to dean of Gardner-Webb’s Dover Library in February.

The two join Gardner-Webb President William Downs on this episode of Bulldog Dialogue to share their journeys to GWU, expectations for their posts, and what excites them about life at the Webb.

We’ll also explore Gardner-Webb on social and offer some opportunities for you to engage in course work at GWU.

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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The Gardner-Webb Women's Basketball team have had a legendary season including a 16-0 start in Big South Conference play (a first in conference history), a regular season championship (the first since 2010), and three different 1,000-point career scorers on the same team (a first at GWU).  Today on Bulldog Dialogue: Episode 14, we welcome Head Coach Alex Simmons and student-athletes, Lauren Bevis, Jhessyka Williams, and Alasia Smith. They'll reflect on the season, the undeniable team chemistry, their careers (so far), and look ahead to the Big South Tournament in Charlotte, March 1st-5th.

All that and more on this episode of Bulldog Dialogue with host GWU President William Downs.

To discover more about Gardner-Webb Women's Basketball or to get your Big South Conference tickets, check out gwusports.com.

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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WebbChat featuring Leah Clevenger (Episode 7)

Leah Clevenger, director of Alumni Relations at Gardner-Webb, is our guest on WebbChat Episode 7. Clevenger will share details about Hoopscoming (Feb. 11), Legacy and Legends, a Title IX celebration (Feb. 18), alumni reunion opportunities, dates for Homecoming, WebbStock, and Double Dawg Day. All this and more on this episode of WebbChat.

To find out more about how you can engage with GWU Alumni Relations, visit gardner-webb.edu/alumni.

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The Dean’s List: Episode 2

On episode 2 of the Dean’s List, we’ll explore diversity and inclusion awareness and the programs, services and initiatives offered at Gardner-Webb for students and the GWU community. Hosted by Lesley Villarose, vice president for Student Development and dean of students – today’s guests include Jayla Middlebrooks, vice president of the Black Student Association, Ty Hamer-Yelverton, graduate resident director, and Lawrence Brinson, director of Diversity and Inclusion at GWU.

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GWU Soccer Coach Scott Wells Featured on Bulldog Dialogue (Episode 13)

Originally from Coventry, England, new Gardner-Webb Men’s Soccer Coach Scott Wells comes to Boiling Springs after building UNC Greensboro into a top-5 national program as associate head coach and lead recruiter. Today, on Bulldog Dialogue he shares his story, his love of the sport, his vision for the Runnin’ Bulldogs, and answers the question … is he a Ted Lasso fan?

All that and more on this episode of Bulldog Dialogue with host GWU President William Downs.

To discover more about Gardner-Webb Soccer, check out gwusports.com.

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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David and Marie Brinkley are longtime Gardner-Webb University supporters. Active through participation on boards, engaging in campus events and faithful financial giving, their impact is monumental for numerous programs. From athletics, to the marching band, to the lead gift for the forthcoming Brinkley Amphitheater, David and Marie are building an example of philanthropy at GWU.

Today, they speak with Gardner-Webb President William Downs about their drive and passion for giving, community service, and why actively living a life through faith fuels their heart’s desires.

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide-range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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The Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs earned the 2022 Big South Football Championship with a 38-17 win over North Carolina A&T to gain a birth into the 24-team FCS Playoffs for a chance at a national championship.

Today on Bulldog Dialogue: Episode 11, GWU President William Downs sits down with Head Football Coach Tre Lamb, RB Narii Gaither, and QB Bailey Fisher to reflect on the season, the Big South Championship game, and a scouting report for Eastern Kentucky, the first-round playoff opponent.

Today’s guests on WebbChat Episode 6 are Arvie Bennett Jr. & Kevin Osborne from the Ruby C. Hunt Family Y. They share details about the 25th annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, the history and growth of the “Y” organization in Cleveland County, Gardner-Webb connections, and what you can do to get involved with “The Family Y.” Find out more at clevecoymca.org.

All this and more on WebbChat: Episode 6.

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On episode 1 of the Dean’s List, we’ll explore mental health awareness and the programs, services and initiatives offered at Gardner-Webb for students. Hosted by Lesley Villarose, vice president for Student Development and dean of students –

Gardner-Webb Basketball is in the spotlight for Dawg Tracks: Episode 5. Alex Simmons (women’s head coach) and Tim Craft (men’s head coach) offer a preview of the 2022-23 season, key players to watch, and expectations for the Runnin’ Bulldogs.

Today’s guest on WebbChat is Gardner-Webb alumna and author Ashley Mays. Ashley has a passion for writing to a very specific audience, and she says her time at GWU opened her eyes to new possibilities. As we dive into National Write a Novel Month, Mays shares her process for bringing words to life on the page …  all this, and thoughts about the best tasting Moonpies on WebbChat: Episode 5.

WebbChat: Episode 4

Today’s guest on WebbChat is a former counterterrorism analyst, CIA researcher, and White House Briefer. Patrick Woody was named this year into the Gardner-Webb Gallery of Distinguished Alumni, and today he shares his story, his passion for serving others, and his unique journey – he also explains why he gets more excited about election season than the Super Bowl … all this and more on episode 4 of WebbChat.

WebbChat explores the people, programs and possibilities of life at Gardner-Webb University.

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WebbChat explores the people, programs and possibilities of life at Gardner-Webb University. Today’s guests on episode 3 are Nate Evans, Gardner-Webb’s VP for Advancement, and Leah Clevenger, director for Alumni Relations. They’ll offer a deep dive into Gardner-Webb Homecoming which takes place Oct. 28-30 on the GWU campus. All details for the event can be found online at gardner-webb.edu/homecoming.

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Dr. Andrew T. Goodrich was recently named Gardner-Webb’s Vice President and Director of Athletics. Today on Bulldog Dialogue: Episode 10, he speaks with GWU President William Downs about the state of collegiate athletics, Name Image and Likeness (NIL), his vision for GWU sports, and his championship mindset.

We’ll also get social and check out some GWU news on this edition of Bulldog Dialogue.

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide-range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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Wes Cogdill is the executive director for the GWU Bulldog Club, and he’s our guest for episode 9 or Bulldog Dialogue. Tune in with host GWU President William Downs to get a deeper appreciation and understanding of the ways this program benefits student-athletes at Gardner-Webb. We’ll also explore how you can get involved, and explore the vision for the growth of this scholarship-driven organization.

We’ll also get social and check out some GWU news on this edition of Bulldog Dialogue.

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide-range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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For many college students, higher education would be impossible without financial support provided by scholarships and the individuals who provide them. On today’s episode of Bulldog Dialogue, GWU President William Downs welcomes Leah Carpenter, Kyndal Jackson and Kylee Morris to share a student’s perspective on collegiate life, service, community, and the importance of being recognized as a Tucker Scholar.

The Tucker Family have been long-time supporters of the University, and they established a premiere scholarship to recognize the “whole student.” This eight-semester full-tuition/room and board scholarship, is awarded to one high school student annually who best exemplifies the principles and values representative of the Gardner-Webb Community.

We’ll also get social and check out some GWU news on this edition of Bulldog Dialogue.

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide-range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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From the collegiate developmental baseball program to the Division I roster to summer league all-star  … and MVP candidate, GWU student athlete Nate Anderson has a story to tell, and he’s our guest on episode 3 of Dawg Tracks.

“The Nate Anderson story is a great one for college athletics and for student resilience,” praised GWU President William Downs. “Persistence pays off. Hard work, sweat, and sacrifice pay off.  Here’s a guy who dug in, who didn’t bail when life got challenging, and who fought his way up the ladder in a sport he loves. What an awesome example to emulate!”

GWU President Dr. William Downs welcomes Cleveland County Manager Brian Epley, and Boiling Springs Town Manager Justin Longino to this episode of Bulldog Dialogue. Today, we explore the importance of relationships between the University, the town and the county and get to hear highlights of future plans for our area, and the partnerships we can all engage as citizens.

You can find all this and get social with Gardner-Webb as President William Downs hosts Bulldog Dialogue.

This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide-range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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Bulldog Dialogue: Episode 6

Clayton King Ministries is international in scope, engaging in nearly three decades of Christian service through camps, missions, community outreach, music and more. On this episode of Bulldog Dialogue, King, a Gardner-Webb alumnus, speaks about the genesis of the ministry, the benefits/distractions of social media, and the current and future state of the Church and institutions and people of faith.

You can find all this and get social with Gardner-Webb as President William Downs hosts Bulldog Dialogue.

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This is the official podcast channel for Gardner-Webb University.

Here, you will find shows exploring the many aspects of Bulldog Nation. GW students, faculty, staff, alumni and community are thinkers, doers, and world-changers, seeking to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspired to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of those around them. Our guests offer a landscape of diverse thought and engaging discussions covering a wide-range of topics impacting our world at home and around the globe.

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Jessie Aguglia is the guest on Dawg Tracks episode 2. Aguglia is in her fifth season with the Gardner-Webb University lacrosse program, taking over as the full-time head coach following the 2019 season. Aguglia spent her collegiate career at nearby Limestone College, where she helped the Saints to four consecutive Conference Carolinas Tournament championships, four NCAA Tournament appearances, and two berths in the national championship game in 2011 and 2013.

On this episode of Bulldog Dialogue, we’ll explore a musical tradition that is over a century old and counting. Guests include Dr. Sarah Fabian, director of athletic bands at Gardner-Webb and Jim Coates, CEO and Executive Director for the internationally recognized Carolina Crown. Marching bands and college campuses go hand in hand, and on episode 5 we’ll dive into why this universally appreciated music appeals to such a wide and varied audience.

GWU Golfer Zack Byers is the guest on episode 1 of Dawg Tracks hosted by Phil Constantino. Byers earned an individual automatic bid to the NCAA Golf Tournament by winning the Big South Conference Championship in late April.

His destination for the NCAA Men's Golf Regionals is Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., on May 16-18. The regional, hosted by Florida Atlantic University and the Palm Beach County Sports Commission will be played at the PGA National Resort. The 54-hole tournament features 14 teams and five individuals.

The top five teams from each of the six regional sites and the low scorer among individuals not on an advancing team will move on to the NCAA Championship round on May 27 at the Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Byers (Shelby, N.C. / Shelby HS) was dominant for Gardner-Webb this spring, winning three tournaments and posting four top-10 finishes. He was the lone Big South golfer to finish a tournament double digits under par (-10) and rounded out the year with the second-lowest stroke average of any golfer in the Big South. Byers was named first-team All-Big South Conference following the regular season.