Episode NotesOtis Sandord and Dr. Rudd sit down and talk about Moving forward into 2022 for the University of Memphis, the upcoming semester, graduation time, and the many happenings on Campus. They discuss Tiger Sports, with the struggles of

Future of Tiger's Basketball and A New President!

Nov 9th, 2021 45m 16s

Episode NotesIt's the start of Memphis Basketball Season! And Otis Sanford sits down with Dr. David Rudd to pick his thoughts about the Tigers basketball team. Otis Sanford and David Rudd also discuss their thoughts on the naming of a new Pres

The Impact of Colin Powell, Maxine Smith, and Larry Finch

Oct 26th, 2021 49m 55s

Episode NotesDr. Rudd and Otis Sanford talk about the death of Colin Powell, and how others are using his death to propel their agenda; the National Labor Shortage/Shift, its importance, and how the University is impacted; They also discuss th

The University, COVID, and Collierville

Sep 28th, 2021 49m 47s

Episode NotesOtis Sanford and Dr. Rudd talk about the unfortunate event that took place in Collierville, and how the University of Memphis will prepare for these types of events. They also talk about protocols regarding COVID-19, Gov. Bill Lee

Welcome Back!

Aug 24th, 2021 43m 31s

Episode NotesLegendary Memphis journalist Otis Sanford and University of Memphis President M. David Rudd are back with another episode of Memphis Forward! Talking about academics, athletics, and discovery—all the things driving Memphis to what

Change in Memphis

May 25th, 2021 44m 51s

Episode NotesOtis and Dr. Rudd discuss the many changes happening in Memphis and around the world, including the I-40 Bridge and its infrastructure concerns, politics, the impact, and the UofM expertise connection; Renovations to the Tennis C

Looking Back, and Moving Forward

May 11th, 2021 44m 56s

Episode NotesOtis and Dr. Rudd discuss the U of M graduation ceremony and how things might change moving forward, how the summer and fall semesters will look and vaccinations, reviewing how the university is tackling race and initiatives movin

Spring/Fall Semester, and the Derek Chauvin Trial

Apr 27th, 2021 48m 34s

Episode NotesOtis and Dr. Rudd start the show with a retrospective on the Fall and Spring semesters at the UofM. The positives and negatives, the impacts that the university had on the community and what the future of the university looks like

Spring Break, Racial Violence, How the Pandemic Has Changed Us for the Better, and Rudd’s Decision to Step Down

Mar 23rd, 2021 44m 15s

Episode NotesTune in as Otis has an interesting conversation with President Rudd about the UofM’s handling of Spring Break, spikes in racial violence, how the pandemic has led to some positive changes on campus, and President Rudd’s decision t

Campus Modernization, COVID Vaccine Rollout, Guns and Eradicating Racism

Mar 9th, 2021 44m 3s

Episode NotesAs campus buildings continue to age, how is the UofM balancing new construction and infrastructure renovations? President Rudd talks about current repairs and new facilities projects transforming campus. Otis digs into what went w

Snowmageddon 2021, Vaccinating Teachers, Women’s Basketball and Adjusting Breaks

Feb 23rd, 2021 44m 16s

Episode NotesIs it time for schools to think differently about traditional breaks? President Rudd and Otis bounce that idea around and discuss a few other interesting topics, including the impact of the recent winter storm on the UofM, the fut

Relying on Science, Strategies to Reduce Student Debt, and Being Wrong

Feb 9th, 2021 42m 32s

Episode NotesShould Shelby County rely on science as our public schools move toward in-person classes? President Rudd gives his take on the situation. Otis asks if student loan forgiveness is realistic, which leads to a discussion about curren

Race, COVID-19, Minimum Wage Increase, and Basketball

Jan 26th, 2021 31m 28s

Episode NotesShould Memphis be an incubator for talking about race? Hear how the UofM fosters open dialogue from both conservative and liberal perspectives. President Rudd updates us on COVID-19’s dramatic effects on students and campus. He al

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