In this episode of VU History, host Jaylan Sims sits down with Major Jackson, one of Vanderbilt’s most widely recognized poets and professors. In addition to his written work, Jackson hosts American Public Media’s “The Slowdown,” a podcast that features written poetry in every episode. Jackson talks with The Hustler about his interests in poetry and offers tips on creating poetry that moves communities. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vuhistory/message

Perplexed by the new idea of a "Computer," VU History host Jaylan Sims wanders out of a fraternity party to investigate his father's contributions to this strange technology, unaware that it'll soon change the access to education forever. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vuhistory/message

In this special edition of VU History, ESPN journalist and MLB Insider, Robert “Buster” Olney talks with VU History host, Jaylan Sims about getting his start in sports journalism, landing a job at the NY Times, and how breaking into the industry of sports journalism. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vuhistory/message

In this exclusive Interview, American Businessman and Mayor John Cooper sits down with The Vanderbilt Hustler's Jaylan Sims, to recap about his time in public office, hopes for Nashville's future, and provide tips to aspiring politicians. *This episode of VU History was made possible by the generosity of Vanderbilt Student Communications* --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vuhistory/message

In this uncut episode of VU History, host Jaylan Sims interviews VSG’s President Samuel Sliman and Vice President-Elect Kendelle Grubbs to discuss election tactics & campaigning. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vuhistory/message

In the first bonus episode of VU History's chancellor series, host Jaylan Sims travels through time to tell the story of Chancellor Gordon Gee. Former Chancellor Elwood Gee. Elwood Gordon Gee is an American higher education administrator who has been president of several universities, including The Ohio State University, Brown University, Vanderbilt University, West Virginia University, and the University of Colorado. He is known for his work in education reform and his focus on creating a positive and inclusive campus culture. Gee has a long and distinguished academic career with a background in education and law. He has received numerous awards and accolades for his work in higher education and is widely regarded as one of the leading figures in the field.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vuhistory/message

Inducted into one of the very first classes of African American students to be enrolled at Vanderbilt University, time traveler, and VU History host Jaylan Sims goes back to the year 1968 to discover a new contraption that is being operated out of Jean Alexander Library by a recently graduated law student.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vuhistory/message

Welcome to The Vanderbilt Hustler's 'VU History Podcast.' Host and time-traveler Jaylan Sims is excited to take his listeners on a journey within Vanderbilt's rich history. Every month, the VU History podcast will feature a historical event, person, exhibit, or building that has helped progress the university's prominence.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vuhistory/message