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UNF Radio: In Context
WJCT 89.9 FM Public Radio has a weekend radio magazine program called “In Context”, which is an hour-long program that airs at 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. every Saturday.
The University of North Florida has partnered with WJCT public radio to feature a UNF professor, staff member or student every week on a different topic.
Reaching more than two million people, WJCT Public Radio is Northeast Florida’s and Southeast Georgia’s corporate and member-supported public radio station. You can tune in live to 89.9 FM to hear the weekly radio magazine program or listen online at www.wjct.org.
To listen to a past radio program, just select a show below.
Archived years: 2007 | 2006 | 2005 |
November 8, 2008 | 
While dinosaurs roamed the land 93 million years ago, the little known plesiosaur swam the water ways. Paleontologist Dr. Barry Albright, a UNF chemistry and physics professor, discusses his research on this large predatory marine reptile.
October 24, 2008 |
National Public Radio talk show host Dr. Zorba Paster was recently on the UNF campus and discussed “How to Live a Long, Sweet Life.” Paster was interviewed about his lecture on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show.
September 27, 2008 |
Dr. Harriet Howe, sociology professor at UNF, discusses the effects of the recession on children on WJCT 89.9 FM radio's "In Context" show.
September 13, 2008 |
It may be tough to find a job in today's economy but there are things individuals can do to look more valuable in an employer's eyes. Carla Bensi, program manager for the Division of Continuing Education at UNF, shares how you can find additional job training to add to or keep your skills up to date.
September 6, 2008 |
Women and body image have long been an issue as a result of media but it turns out that guys have body issues too. Richmond Wynn, a licensed mental health counselor at UNF's Counseling Center, discusses the impact of media on male body image.
August 30, 2008 |
Hurricane Katrina was the costliest and one of the five deadliest hurricanes in the history of the United States. Thelma Young, a UNF student and local author, discusses her new book “All You Could See Was The Water: Hurricane Katrina Through the Eyes of Children” on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show.
August 9, 2008 |
Boys score significantly lower than girls in all aspects of literacy. Dr. Lunetta Williams, a UNF literacy professor, shares practical ideas for getting boys interested in reading.
August 2, 2008 |
Each year, depression affects an estimated 19 million Americans and countless numbers of loved ones. It can even test the most secure of relationships. Dr. Gabe Ybarra, UNF psychology professor, discusses steps to take when depression enters a relationship.
July 26, 2008 |
Psychology helps attorneys gain insight into how prospective jurors may view their cases. Dr. Linda Foley, UNF psychology professor, discusses the process of jury selection on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show.
June 28, 2008 |
Jon Vredenburg, preceptor for UNF’s dietetic internship program, discusses the negative impact that energy drinks can have on your body.
June 21, 2008 |
The relationship with a doctor is a very personal one, built on communication and trust. Dr. Judy Sayre, UNF communications professor, discusses the prescription for better communication with your physician.
June 20, 2008 |
Hollywood director Joey Travolta is giving kids with autism leading roles at a film camp he is conducting at UNF.
May 31, 2008 |
Dr. Betty Bennett, UNF assistant professor in the Department of Leadership, Counseling and Instructional Technology, discusses a new anti-bullying bill designed to protect children.
May 17, 2008 |
Dr. Katrina Hall, UNF childhood education professor, discussed using traditional literature and drama to increase a child’s comprehension and critical-thinking skills.
April 26, 2008 |
Each year, there are more than 100,000 injuries to the eye among individuals involved in sports-related activities. Dr. Joel Beam, UNF athletic training professor, discusses the importance of sports eye safety.
April 19, 2008 |
Dr. Judy Rodriguez, UNF nutrition professor, gives the skinny on more than 75 different weight-loss and health-promoting diets in her new book “The Diet Selector.”
March 15, 2008 |
Dr. Karen Patterson, UNF exceptional student and deaf education professor, talks about managing your child’s behavior problems.
March 8, 2008 |
Dr. Adam Shapiro, UNF sociology professor, discusses whether or not married people have advantages over those who are unmarried.
March 1, 2008 |
Dr. Pam Chally, dean of the Brooks College of Health, was interviewed on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show about the role and mission of the Women and Girls Health Initiative.
February 21, 2008 |
Actor Blair Underwood was the keynote speaker at UNF's 27th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. luncheon for Black History Month. He says he admires several famous African-American leaders from the Civil Rights Era and the current one for bringing hope to Americans.
February 16, 2008 |
Dr. Courtney Hackney, UNF Coastal Biology Program director, discussed the proposed plan to withdraw water from the St. Johns River.
February 2, 2008 |
Dr. Parvez Ahmed, UNF finance professor, discusses how to start saving for your retirement nest egg.
January 26, 2008 |
Robert Myers, area director of UNF's Small Business Development Center, discusses how small businesses can use e-commerce to survive.
January 23, 2008 |
UNF political science professor Bill Voorhees says Duval County residents may receive a much smaller property tax break than expected if a constitutional amendment passes.
January 11, 2008 |
UNF recently broke ground on a new College of Education and Human Services Building, the fourth major campus construction project underway.
December 14, 2007 |
Dr. Michael Wiley, UNF English professor, discussed his new book, "The Last Striptease," an award-winning mystery now in bookstores.
November 24, 2007 |
Dr. Paul Harwood, UNF political science professor discussed how America’s first digital generation is educated on WJCT 89.9 FM radio's "In Context" show.
November 17, 2007 |
Dr. Matthew Corrigan, UNF political science professor, discussed his new book "Race, Religion and Economic Change in the Republican South" on WJCT 89.9 FM radio's "In Context" show.
November 10, 2007 |
Tammy Carroll, assistant program director for UNF’s Nurse Anesthetist Program, discusses what you need to know about anesthesia before undergoing surgery.
November 3, 2007 |
Dr. Lucy Trice, Brooks College of Health associate dean, discusses osteoporosis and why it’s important to start battling this disease at a young age.
October 27, 2007 |
Dr. Sherry Shaw, professor of American Sign Language/English Interpreting at UNF, discusses the new ASL/English Interpreting bachelor's degree program.
October 6, 2007 |
Ken Burns, American documentary filmmaker, discusses his new film “Implications of World War II."
October 6, 2007 |
Jeff Durfee, UNF director of information security, discusses tips on practicing safe computing.
September 15, 2007 |
Robert Golitz, director of executive education and leadership development for the EXEL Institute at UNF, discusses this new executive leadership training program.
September 1, 2007 |
John Frank, UNF political science professor, discusses what the Univeristy is doing to promote peace awareness on the First Coast.
September 1, 2007 |
Dani Deyton, director of Marketing & Publications at UNF’s Fine Arts Center, discusses ways parents can integrate the performing arts into their children’s lives on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show.
August 25, 2007 |
Children age 4 and under have a higher rate of death by drowning than any other age group. Heather Kite, director of recreation aquatics at UNF, discusses water safety on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show.
August 11, 2007 |
Dr. Kris Webb, a UNF professor of education, and UNF student Ashley Emanuel discuss a new program that is helping developmentally disabled students get an authentic college experience.
July 28, 2007 |
UNF history professor Dr. Carolyn Williams discussed her new book, “Historic Photos of Jacksonville,” which provides an account of a century of the city’s history from the 1860s to the 1960s, on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show.
July 21, 2007 |
We negotiate every day of our lives, whether it's getting your child to clean their room or convincing your boss you deserve a raise. Carl Deus, UNF continuing education instructor, discussed the elements of successful negotiation on WJCT 89.9 FM's "In Context" radio show.
July 6, 2007 |
UNF senior nursing student Stacey Enriquez recently returned from South Africa, where she studied how South Africa’s health care system is treating the country’s current HIV/AIDS epidemic.
June 30, 2007 |
Increases in life expectancy make grandparents more available to their grandchildren. Dr. Ye Luo, UNF assistant professor of sociology, discusses the rising trend of grandparents in the United States raising their grandchildren.
June 1, 2007 |
Pierre Allaire, vice president for Institutional Advancement at UNF, and Nikitah Day, a UNF sophomore, discuss the First Generation Matching Grant Program, a scholarship program that benefits students who are the first in their families to seek a four-year college degree.
May 26, 2007 |
Dr. Michael Hallett, UNF criminology and criminal justice chair, discussed a recent UNF poll he conducted that reveals Jacksonville residents are very concerned about violence on the First Coast and feel the proposed property tax reduction in Florida will threaten resources for public safety.
May 19, 2007 |
Dr. Jackie Batey, UNF childhood education professor, discusses whether disruptive behavior in children is linked to time spent in day care.
May 16, 2007 |
Eric Alva, the first Marine amputee to return from the Iraq war, spoke about the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell Policy” at UNF’s “Skyrocketing to Legendary Heights: Learn the Ups and Downs of a Dreamlife” conference.
April 28, 2007 |
Bob Wood, UNF dean of Continuing Education, discussed how continuing education can jumpstart your career.
April 21, 2007 |
One in three adults have metabolic syndrome, which increases the risk of a heart attack or stroke. Dr. Lucy Trice, associate dean in the Brooks College of Health, discusses its causes and treatment on WJCT 89.9 FM's "In Context" show.
April 14, 2007 |
The Education Department has given schools the OK to have same sex classes or schools for individual subjects. Dr. Paul Eggen, UNF childhood education professor, discusses the pros and cons.
April 7, 2007 |
Youth sports develop many aspects of a child's character, but if he or she is injured, these benefits are lost. Dr. Chuck Thigpen, UNF physical therapy professor, discusses how kids can stay in the game by preventing arm injuries.
March 31, 2007 |
Dr. Yank Coble, director of UNF's new Center for Global Health and Medical Diplomacy, discusses ways we can protect ourselves from global disease.
March 31, 2007 |
University of North Florida President John A. Delaney talks about UNF adding two new doctoral programs to the university's graduate course offerings.
March 17, 2007 |
The University of North Florida and IBM are working together on a program called the Latin American Grid Initiative to develop applications in hurricane mitigation.
March 10, 2007 |
Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and Newsweek Essayist George Will recently spoke on the University of North Florida campus to a sold-out crowd. Before the lecture, he spoke to WJCT 89.9 FM about the climate of politics.
March 10, 2007 |
UNF biology professor Dr. John Hatle discusses his research with grasshoppers regarding the direct effects of reproduction on longevity.
March 10, 2007 |
Dr. Jay Coleman, UNF business professor, discusses a model that predicts which basketball teams will receive at-large invites to the NCAA tournament during March Madness.
March 3, 2007 |
Biology lab lecturer Aileen Miller-Jenkins speaks about global warming, its impact and what individuals and policymakers can do to help improve it.
February 17, 2007 |
Tutoring companies are dropping their age limits to cater to a growing number of parents worried about giving their kids an edge. Dr. Janice Wood, UNF Crawford Early Literacy Faculty Fellow, discusses when kids really need a tutor and how parents can help them succeed.
February 17, 2007 |
University of North Florida President John A. Delaney recently announced the new Center for Global Health and Medical Diplomacy, which will be housed in the Brooks College of Health and led by Dr. Yank Coble, distinguished professor and past president of the World Medical Association.
February 10, 2007 |
More than two million American adults have bi-polar disorder, including famous actors like Ben Stiller and Patty Duke. Kristen Vandenberg, UNF visiting nursing instructor in the Brooks College of Health, talks about this mental health disorder.
February 3, 2007 |
Volunteering has become a meaningful activity for all ages-adolescents, adults and retirees alike. UNF sociology professor Dr. Adam Shapiro and Caring Award winner Melissa O'Connor, a recent UNF grad, talk about the spirit of volunteerism on WJCT 89.9 FM's "In Context" show.
January 27, 2007 |
Employment in physical therapy is expected to increase much faster than the average as growth in the number of individuals with disabilities or limited functioning spurs demand for therapy services. Dr. Rusty Smith, UNF physical therapy director, discusses this growing occupation on WJCT 89.9 FM’s “In Context” show.
January 13, 2007 |
Jacksonville home sales are down, but prices continue to climb. What does this mean for the area housing market? Dr. Sid Rosenberg, UNF real estate professor, discusses the real estate forecast for the First Coast.