UAB Blazer Media Podcasts

Students in the Ada Long Creative Writing workshop Summer 2024 introduce themselves and share what creativity means to them.

From the Ada Long Creative Writing Workshop, Maddie Randale recounts the mysterious disappearance of the Spencer Honors House. Will she find out what happened to her friends or just find more questions?

Come join Will and Rachel as they talk about Rachel's piece "Swimming", culture, and noticing the small things in life.

Join Will and Kaityln Avery as they discuss the piece "Me Myself and I" and how an artist mentality affects their art. You can find Kaitlyn on Instagram at kaitlynaveryart and on TikTok at artsy.dumpster.

In their last episode as hosts of KSR, Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers answer a ton of questions from fans, name their final Blazers of the Week and reflect on their time at the Kaleidoscope.

Join Will as he interviews Kara Theart, the artist behind "Dunes" in Aura's latest magazine! The discuss what influenced Kara's piece, how therapeutic art can be and how intricate he body truly is. You can find Kara at karathe.art on tik tok and instagram if your interested in supporting them!

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers discuss UAB's heartbreaking loss in the NIT Finals, the first spring game of the Trent Dilfer era, and an impressive start to conference play for the softball team.

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers test their knowledge of UAB sports, name two more Blazers of the week, and discuss basketball's upcoming matchup with Utah Valley in the NIT Semifinals.

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers return after a much needed Spring Break to talk March Madness, Blazer baseball, and a red hot men's tennis team. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. license creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers take you on a deep dive into the upcoming C-USA basketball tournaments, reflect on another exciting weekend of action on the diamond and discuss football's first official practice under new head coach Trent Dilfer.

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers preview UAB spring football, take a look back at the week that was in Blazer athletics, and predict the outcome of football's first season in the AAC.

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers preview men's basketball's Senior Night matchup against Rice, catch up on the opening weekend of Blazer Basketball, and discuss their favorite mascots. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. license creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0

Hosts Garrett Helmers and Katherine Kirk take a peek at the next few weeks of Blazer Basketball, look ahead to opening weekend of Blazer baseball, and select two more Blazers of the Week. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. license creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers preview the upcoming slate of men's basketball games, break down Trent Dilfer's first national signing day with UAB, and look ahead to some spring sports. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. license creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0

Hosts Garrett Helmers and Katherine Kirk discuss football recruiting, UAB's inagural "205 Day" and what men's basketball needs to do to get back on track. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers are back with all the latest news in Blazer sports as they talk the hiring of head football coach Trent Dilfer, take a look into Blazer basketball, and provide updates on UAB's transition into the American Conference in the fall of 2023. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"

This week Jasmine dives deep with storyteller Bob Byrd. They discuss the of of storytelling. Bob shares how he goes about selecting the stories to share as well as what he includes and omits. Grab your floaties because we're diving deep.

"Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers return to talk football's big win over North Texas, a huge matchup with LSU, and a wild weekend of Blazer basketball. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"

Will and Demetria go through classic monsters, and iconic horror figures answering the all important question: Hot or Not?

“Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers discuss a spooky week of UAB sports, football's fading postseason chances, and the latest in Blazer Basketball. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"

Grab your floaties because this week Jasmine is diving deep with Kayla. She shares her truths of being a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, growing up catholic and being a member of our Armed Forces.

"Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers talk UAB Basketball, a disappointing loss to Western Kentucky, and a pivotal game against Florida Atlantic on Saturday. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"

"Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers discuss UAB's bizarre win over Charlotte, what sports they would play if they were UAB athletes, and preview the Blazers' matchup against Western Kentucky on Friday night. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"

Grab your floaties because this week Jasmine is diving deep with Cee Will! They are talking marginalization of the LGBTQIA+ community! Cee shares their truths as they identify as non-binary but ultimately how they are educating and uplifting others within the community through social media and their music!

"Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers talk UAB's dominant homecoming victory over MTSU, name their Blazers of the week, and look forward to another conference matchup at Protective Stadium on Saturday. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers discuss football's bizarre loss to Rice, an award-winning week of Blazer soccer, and look forward to another exciting weekend in UAB sports. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"

This week Jasmine is diving deep with Carmen Martin, the curvy and curly fashionista from the Good Luck Carm. Grab your floaties because this week they are diving deep into how they do not stay in the box that society has tried to place them in. They are discussing the extensions of themselves that go beyond the grind of the 9 to 5.

"Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers break down UAB's upcoming game against Rice, reflect on the C-USA football games from a week ago and dive into what's happening outside of football in UAB athletics. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/“

Welcome to season 2 of Greek Geek! In the first episode of the season Will starts us down the Epic Cycle Starting with Hesiods Theogony, talking about Hesiod and the Muses who were his, well, muse!

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers discuss the week that was in Blazer sports, UAB's impressive win over Georgia Southern, and make their picks for the slate of upcoming C-USA football games as UAB has a bye this week. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Grab your floaties because this week Jasmine is diving deep with Amalia! From middle school classmates to working women with new outlooks on life. They are talking about their roles in the revolution, navigating opposing views from loved ones and and so much more.

Hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers discuss a disappointing loss to Liberty on Saturday, an exciting weekend of volleyball, and projections for this week of Blazer Sports. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Kaleidoscope Sports Report returns in season 4 with your hosts Garret Helmers an Katherine Kirk as they update you on all things Blazer sports and share what they are looking forward too and which players they will miss this football season.

Grab your floatie because this week Jasmine is diving deep about her thoughts on the overturn of Roe versus Wade. She provides her personal perspective as a healthcare professional, woman of color and a woman within her prime reproductive years.

Greek Greek Ep. 11 - The Greek Agenda by UAB Blazer Media Podcasts

Kaleidoscope sports report hosts Garrett Helmers and Katherine Kirk recap last week's sports events, predict 2022 UAB football, and talk about end of the year championships. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Grab your floatie because this week Jasmine is joined by fellow writer and UAB Blazer, Jessica Kelley. They share how they emerged as writers through the pandemic and provide you with a double dose of Black girl magic! Join them and dive deep!

Kaleidoscope Sports Report hosts Garrett Helmers and Katherine Kirk break down the biggest moments of the UAB spring game, talk UAB men's basketball big transfer movement and look at every other sport happening on campus from baseball to bowling. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Kaleidoscope Sports Report hosts Garrett Helmers and Katherine Kirk give you your weekly recap of Blazer sports, give some of their previews of UAB football and answer media questions.

Grab your floatie because this week Jasmine is diving deep discussing what it has meant for her to find her voice in the different areas of her life. Maybe she will help you? Head to @shessodeep on IG and let her know !

Trey Jemison stops by Kaleidoscope Sports Report to talk the UAB Men's Basketball season and give some insight into his life off the court. Plus hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers give their thoughts on the upcoming football season. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Kaleidoscope Sports Report hosts Garrett Helmers and Katherine Kirk break down UAB men's basketball tournament wins and talk the legacy of coach Gene Bartow. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Grab your floaties because this week Jasmine is diving deep discussing mindfulness versus mindlessness. She explains what both look like for her in life currently and how she's exploring the balance of both in her life.

Join Will in discussing the goddess of beauty that's tugging at our hearts, Aphrodite.

UAB baseball players Christian Hall and Josh Sears drop by Kaleidoscope Sports Report to talk about the team's hot start to the season. Plus KSR hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers recap the last week in UAB sports and preview the C-USA basketball tournament. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This week Jordan and Tommy break down the video game references in the new movie Free Guy!

Kaleidoscope Sports Report hosts Garrett Helmers and Katherine Kirk look ahead to the Conference USA basketball tournament and provide a recap of this week in Blazer sports. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Grab your floatie because this week Jasmine is sharing her thoughts on womanhood and giving Jazmine Sullivan her flowers for her now Deluxe album as we enter Women's History Month!

Kaleidoscope Sports Report hosts Katherine Kirk and Garrett Helmers talk UAB men's basketball heartbreaking loss to North Texas and excitement for the upcoming football season. Music from "Energetic Percussion" by Infraction on Inaudio is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this week's episode of IUTR, Jordan and Tommy talk about their thoughts on the Book of Boba Fett series. This is the way to some real entertainment!

This week Jasmine dives deep with Mr. and Mrs. Alvin and Linda Young discussing the best of their love. They share the lessons they have learned from love. They offer up some great advice for us millennials and Gen-Z on how we can approach love and forget about society's standards for dating and marriage. Grab your floaties!