Mike Landess Connects
In each episode of Mike Landess Connects - a podcast produced by the College of Arts & Sciences at UT Tyler - veteran news anchor and East Texas native Mike Landess interviewed a community leader or other influential individual from East Texas, often including faculty, staff and students of The University of Texas at Tyler.
Mike Landess Connects
Latest Episodes
Tony Phan: A Decade of Determination on the Road to UT Tyler's School of Medicine
Have you ever clung to a dream through the thickest and thinnest of times? Meet Tony Phan, whose dogged persistence carried him from serving in the U.S. Air Force as a medic to entering the historic first class at the UT Tyler School of Medicin...
Sarah Roberts: Hitting the High Notes at UT Tyler's Summer Music Camps
Discover the symphony of talent and education at UT Tyler's Summer Music Camps, where young musicians refine their skills and forge friendships that resonate beyond the last note. Dr. Sarah Roberts discusses the Brass Camp, led by Dr. Jere...
John Soules: An East Texas Family Food Empire Contributing to Health and Wellness
If you've eaten fajitas in East Texas, you've likely enjoyed the offerings of John Soules Foods, Inc. Uncover the evolution of this family-owned Texan gem with John Soules, Sr., the visionary behind the company. Follow the journey fro...
Jessica Coleman: Bird Migration and the Quest for Conservation in the Night Sky
Discover how the twinkling lights of a city can bewilder the feathered navigators of the night sky as Distinguished Teaching Professor and avid birder Jessica Coleman joins us for an enlightening conversation. We venture into the impact of Dall...
Brigham Willis: UT Tyler Medical School Year One and Construction Update
Discover a revolution in medical education as Dr. Brigham Willis of the UT Tyler School of Medicine shares the milestones achieved by this new medical hub, from the inaugural class's successful first year to the fully-funded tuition for th...
