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Join us for part 2 of UTA Radio's musical journey at SXSW 2026.

Join Angie from Eclectic Beats as she breaks down the music, standout moments, and behind-the-scenes experiences that defined this year's festival. From emerging artists to unforgettable sets, this is where SXSW's energy shines through. Whether you were there or just tuning in, discover the sound, the scene, and what's next.

UTA Radio spoke with The Faint during their Fall 2025 Tour at the Texas Stockyards to discuss their tour and future plans.

Our interview with legendary news anchor/reporter Bob Schieffer ahead of his appearance at UTA's Maverick Speaker Series

Recap of CFP playoff between Miami and Ohio State

Recap of Big 12 Championship by Max Paulsen

Student Aircheck Fall 2025

Example call by Jay Jacinto

UTA Radio’s Lance Liguez talks with North Texas musician Sarah Jaffe.

An interview with the Texas indie-pop veterans whose band remains a family affair.

Denton’s goth-pop super heroine talks with us about her adventures in music and politics.

Welcome to Radio Maverick! We’re a team of radio students here to deliver the news in a quick podcast format for and by the UTA community. For the first episode of Radio Maverick: - A Rohingya Muslim refugee student speaks out on the genocide in Myanmar from Dealey Plaza in Dallas. - Reporter Narda Perez talks to one professor and a UTA alumna about President Trump’s plan to rescind DACA. - A laboratory used by a one UTA professor was destroyed by Hurricane Irma. - Jeremy Black’s weekly sports report on UTA Basketball, Cowboys v Broncos, UT v USC and the Rangers’ off-season. - News director Linah Mohammad talks to alumnus and established Hollywood actor Lou Diamond Phillips. Stay tuned for more episodes of Radio Maverick each week! Radio Maverick is a production of the UTA Radio News team.

For Radio Maverick episode two: - One student’s family is directly impacted by the disaster after Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. - Latin American Students Association holds a fundraiser for victims of Mexico earthquake. - UTA Radio’s Lance Liguez addresses crime statistics on campus. - Jeremy Black’s update on UTA women’s golf, volleyball and basketball, Cowboys and The Rangers. - Nnenna Ijomah interviews Kotoh about bringing a spiritual message through his music.

For Radio Maverick during the week of Oct. 2 2017: - After the Las Vegas tragedy that killed over 50 people and many more injured, UTA had a little gun scare of its own. - A sexual assault occurred on campus on Friday Sept. 29. More info in the newscast. - HackUTA brought students from across the continent to design apps and games in a friendly competition. - News director Linah Mohammad interviews Michael Sam – the first NFL player to come out as gay. - Jeremy Black’s update on UTA sports, Cowboys and more.

Noted economist Roland Fryer, a UTA graduate, talked to us before his Maverick Speakers appearance on his time in Arlington, how public schools aren’t working, and the divide between African Americans and police.

UTA’s Interim Chair in the Department of Music is helping to run not one, but two record labels aimed at real-world instruction for those interested in the music business. Dan Cavanagh sat down with our Pablo Arauz.

Downsizing expert and environmentalist Graham Hill says we have too much stuff. How can we live with less? He spoke with us our own, tiny space.

The Irving Symphony and a zebra bring a classical take on a legendary band to the Verizon Theater.

Perhaps the best-known zookeeper in the U-S spoke with UTA Radio about his career, the biggest issue facing wildlife today, and his favorite animal.

After 50-plus years teaching politics -and life lessons-to UTA students, Dr. Allan Saxe is reluctantly calling it quits. He sat down with UTA Radio to talk about his legacy.

Vinyl records have made a big comeback since 2010, with nearly 17-million albums sold just last year. It’s one reason we participate in Vinylthon each spring. The domain of audiophiles and collectors, Steve Leach of Half Price Books sat down with our station manager Tonia Vu to talk about about collections, care, and horror stories.

Singer/songwriter Israel Nash has built a following with his intricate productions, often referred to as the Hill Country Wall of Sound (he lives in Dripping Springs). A recent festival visit gave us the chance to talk to him about his new album, his sound, and why you might hear real rattlesnakes.

What do you get when you combine an Aggie and three friends since middle school (one of whom is the son of a famous drummer)? You get a new band on the rock scene that is forging its own path. The group Zoomed with us as they kicked off a tour in Texas.

For this episode of Radio Maverick: - Reporter Edgar Estrada speaks to students celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. - Alumnus Anthony Cucolo encourages students on leadership, empathy and communication skills. - UTA jumps up in ranking for the Center for World University Ranking national standing. - Campus researchers receive a grant to map out debris after Hurricane Harvey in Beaumont, Texas. - Producer Pablo Peña visits Thrillvania Haunted Themepark to see what it’s like to work at a haunted house.

Singer-songwriter Daniel Markham has lived in Arlington and Denton, so that’s enough for us to include him in our growing local playlist. We caught up with him on a swing through Fort Worth to talk about an acclaimed pandemic-released album, new music, and an iconic Lubbock record store.

A band that graced college airwaves (and still does) across the country in the 2000s is getting a new release in time for two big vinyl celebrations. Host Lance Liguez talks with the front man for the Sheila Devine.

Susan Rogers has distinguished herself as an accomplished music engineer (see Prince) and brain scientist. Her new book tells you what your favorite music says about you.

Carey Mae Parker missed her son’s birthday party in 1991. 30 years later, her family still wonders what happened to her.

WJC put his music online as a teen, which got the attention of a major record label. His third full album is out now, with a major tour headed to Dallas. He talks with us about the new music and his 50s influences.

Aircheck from Em FM

Recap of Dallas vs Connecticut by Cloie Olson

Recap of Dallas vs Washington

Recap of Dallas vs New York by Jay Jacinto

Wings vs Liberty July 28, 2025 by UTA Radio

Recap of Dallas vs Las Vegas by Josh Dean

Ward Sakeik attorney on the laws that govern her current status

Opening statement from Ward Sakeik, the UTA alumna detained by ICE for 140 days.

Recap of Texas vs Seattle by Max Paulsen

Recap of Dallas vs Washington WNBA action

No Clark for Indiana while Bueckers thrills for Dallas

Recap of Dallas vs Atlanta by Josh Dean

Recap of Texas vs Kansas City

Recap of Dallas vs Golden State

Recap of Dallas /Chicago by Josh Dean

Commercial/promo for UTA's Department of Communication

Recap of Texas vs Toronto by Max Paulsen

Recap of Dallas vs Seattle by Cloie Olson

Recap of Texas vs Colorado by Jay Jacinto

Story examples from UTA News reporter Sierra Herrera

First 24 minutes of second round WNIT matchup between UTA Lady Mavs and North Texas