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Oral History Interview with Michael Keaveny, April 1, 2020

Description: The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Michael Keaveny. Keaveny joined the Navy in May 1944. After training in Virginia, Keaveny joined the crew of USS Raymon W. Herndon (APD-121) in November as a signalman. They arrived in Manila the following March where they embarked some Underwater Demolition Team 16 and took them to Okinawa. Keaveny was discharged in June 1946.
Date: April 1, 2020
Duration: 57 minutes 46 seconds
Creator: Keaveny, Michael
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation
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Oral History Interview with Roy Barrera, April 27, 2020

Description: The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an oral interview with Roy Barrera. Barerra grew up in Texas during the Depression and enlisted in the Army at 17 in 1944. He was assigned to the 6th Infantry Division and shipped out with the unit to Luzon in 1945. After the war, Barerra served in occupied Korea playing in the division band. He injured one of his finger badly and had to switch to playing trumpet. He used the GI Bill to finish law school upon being discharged in December 1946.
Date: April 27, 2020
Duration: 1 hour 31 minutes 18 seconds
Creator: Barrera, Roy
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation
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Oral History Interview with Richard Byler, April 30, 2021

Description: The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with Richard E. Byler. Byler joined the Navy on March 12, 1943. He completed radio operator training at Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, and became proficient in Morse Code. In 1943, he deployed to Hawaii. In February of 1944, he was transferred to Kwajalein and worked at Navy Base 824. He was on board a transport ship during the Battle of Kwajalein. Once the fighting ceased, he worked as a Radioman Second-Class on the island, translat… more
Date: April 30, 2021
Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes 33 seconds
Creator: Byler, Richard
Partner: National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation
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Episode 37: How the Microprocessor Changed the World with Dr. Darrel VanDyke

Description: Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Darrel VanDyke, OLLI at UNT Advisory Council member and author of "Fire in the Mind: The 1970s Computer Decade." Susan and Dr. VanDyke discuss the development of the microprocessor in 1970, and resulting technological advancements in the computer industry in the decades following.
Date: April 8, 2020
Duration: 45 minutes 05 seconds
Creator: University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Episode 39: The UNT Cares Campaign & University Advancement with Dr. David Wolf

Description: Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. David Wolf, Vice President for University Advancement at UNT. Susan and Dr. Wolf discuss the mission of the Division of University Advancement, and Dr. Wolf's background and journey into a career in higher education philanthropy.
Date: April 22, 2020
Duration: 30 minutes 42 seconds
Creator: University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Episode 68: Red River History with Robin Cole-Jett

Description: Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Robin Cole-Jett, the "Red River Historian." Susan and Robin discuss her motivations behind focusing on the history of the Red River Valley, and her findings along the way. They also discuss her plans for resuming tours when the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic has diminished.
Date: April 14, 2021
Duration: 39 minutes 04 seconds
Creator: University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Episode 70: Scam Awareness and Avoidance with Officer David Causey

Description: Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with UNT Alumnus David Causey, Community Relations Officer for the UNT Police Department. Susan and David discuss common forms of fraud and identity theft, and preventative measures people can take to avoid having their identities stolen.
Date: April 28, 2021
Duration: 36 minutes 10 seconds
Creator: University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Episode 36: How To Use Mindfulness To Be More Resilient with Dr. Craig Neumann

Description: Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Craig Neumann, Professor of Clinical Psychology and Distinguished Research Professor at UNT. Susan and Dr. Neumann discuss his video lecture, "How to Cope in the Days of Coronavirus," available for listening on the OLLI UNT homepage. They discuss the relationship between stress and the immune system, the importance of building resilience, and the effects of mindfulness on our brains.
Date: April 1, 2020
Duration: 46 minutes 33 seconds
Creator: University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Episode 38: It's Never Too Late To Dream with KM Johnson Davis

Description: Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with KM Johnson Davis, founder and CEO of Everything's Eventful. Susan and KM discuss her role as a former soldier and officer in the US Army, and how these experiences contributed to the development of leadership skills in her current career. They also discuss tools KM uses with her students to help them work toward their goals, and upcoming courses she plans to offer.
Date: April 15, 2020
Duration: 28 minutes 22 seconds
Creator: University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Episode 40: Covering the Kennedy Assassination & Five Presidents with Keith Shelton

Description: Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with former newspaper editor and reporter Keith Shelton. Susan and Keith discuss his coverage of President John F. Kennedy, and his experience during and after the assassination of Kennedy in November, 1963. They also discuss his coverage of US Presidents Harry Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Richard Nixon.
Date: April 29, 2020
Duration: 27 minutes 58 seconds
Creator: University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Alumni Spotlight #10: Music Promotion in the Age of Streaming with Azim Rashid

Description: Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with UNT Alumnus Azim Rashid, Senior Vice President and Head of Urban Promotion at Columbia Records. Susan and Azim discuss his experiences in the music industry through his presence in the rap group NEMESIS, and through working at various major record labels. They also discuss his role as former Entertainment Director of the University Program Council at UNT.
Date: April 7, 2021
Duration: 40 minutes 07 seconds
Creator: University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Episode 69: The True Cost of Human Trafficking with Dr. Kim Robinson

Description: Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with clinical psychologist Dr. Kim Robinson. Susan and Dr. Robinson discuss how working as a psychologist in the military caused her to focus on child sexual abuse and human trafficking, as well as warning signs and advice for recognizing victims of human trafficking.
Date: April 21, 2021
Duration: 48 minutes 44 seconds
Creator: University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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[Harmony in Libraries: Pilar Baskett's Journey from Student Worker to Librarian]

Description: Audio recording of an interview with Pilar Baskett as she tells the intriguing story of her librarian career. Starting as a student worker at Texas State University, Pilar shares her experiences of transitioning into a full-time role at Texas A & M University's reference desk in the special collections department. Dive into Pilar's academic journey, including her pursuit of the music library science program at UNT, and discover the harmonious blend of student and employee life at UNT Libraries.
Date: April 24, 2023
Duration: 18 minutes 22 seconds
Creator: Baskett, Pilar & Wilson, Sara
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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