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KTSW 89.9 FM is the official radio station of Texas State University broadcasting to San Marcos and the I-35 corridor stretching from San Antonio to Austin. KTSW is a student run, college indie formatted station featuring music from all genres including, rock, hip-hop, electronic and more. KTSW has several specialty shows, news programs, syndicated shows, talk shows, and is the official station for Bobcat Athletics and Rattler Football broadcasts. KTSW is host to the annual My Radio Festival, aka, MR Fest- a free music and arts fest held every spring, as well as other live music events both on and off campus throughout the year. Check out our website for sports broadcasts schedules, specialty show details, upcoming events and the complete program guide. KTSW - The Other Side of Radio

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Calvinomics: Episode 39

July 26, 2021July 15, 2021 ktsw899

By Calvin MillerPodcast Manager In this episode of Calvinomics, Calvin dives into the current housing boom and some issues wrapped up around what is going on. For example, in Austin, in the last year alone, the average price of a home … Continue reading Calvinomics: Episode 39

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Places to Go: Ireland

July 23, 2021July 21, 2021 ktsw899

By Allison SchroederWeb Content Assistant Manager Several years ago, I visited the beautiful country of Ireland with my family and grandparents. We took a weeklong tour of Southern Ireland, and we went to some of the most beautiful parts of the … Continue reading Places to Go: Ireland

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Good Bad Movies Ep 34: “Bride of Chucky”

July 22, 2021July 15, 2021 ktsw899

By Adam SnydarPodcast Manager Good Bad Movies is the podcast about films that might not be winning any love from critics but are great in their own special way. Hosts Adam Snydar and Adrian Lopez review and rave over movies that … Continue reading Good Bad Movies Ep 34: “Bride of Chucky”

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Calvinomics: Episode 38

July 19, 2021July 15, 2021 ktsw899

By Calvin MillerPodcast Manager In this episode, Calvin dives into the national debt which is currently heading towards the 29 trillion dollar mark. However, the United States actually owes way more than 29 trillion and actually still needs to deliver up … Continue reading Calvinomics: Episode 38

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Gallery: Austin Bold FC vs Rio Grande Valley FC

July 19, 2021July 21, 2021 ktsw899

By Khalid AlharethSports Reporter Featured Image by Khalid Alhareth Continue reading Gallery: Austin Bold FC vs Rio Grande Valley FC

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Experiencing Pop Punk’s Not Dead Fest 2021

July 19, 2021July 19, 2021 ktsw899

By Paige GreeneWeb Content Manager All I have to say is pop punk is definitely not dead. On Saturday, July 17, I was able to attend Pop Punk’s Not Dead Fest at Buck’s Backyard in Buda, Texas. The fest was … Continue reading Experiencing Pop Punk’s Not Dead Fest 2021

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Sonic Genome: Delta Blues

July 18, 2021July 15, 2021 ktsw899

By Kyle Homrighausen and Sammy WellsPodcast Producers Join Kyle and Sam on an eclectic journey across music history through the lens of various genres and artists. In this episode, Sam and Kyle chronicle Delta Blues from its origins as African American Spiritual music … Continue reading Sonic Genome: Delta Blues

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Good Bad Movies Ep 33: “Shin Godzilla”

July 16, 2021July 13, 2021 ktsw899

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Top 5 Summer Spots in San Marcos

July 16, 2021July 12, 2021 ktsw899

By Katie KrupinskiCommunity Outreach Coordinator With being located within the Texas Hill Country, San Marcos is a prime spot to spend the summer in. If you’re staying in San Marcos this summer, here are some of my favorite recommendations: Summer … Continue reading Top 5 Summer Spots in San Marcos

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Visiting Magnolia Market

July 15, 2021July 13, 2021 ktsw899

By Autumn McGowanWeb Content Contributor After being a fan of Joanna and Chip Gaines for years, I finally decided to visit Magnolia Market at the Silos. Magnolia Market is in the heart of downtown Waco and occupies two city blocks. … Continue reading Visiting Magnolia Market

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The Art Behind Happy Music With Contradicting Lyrics

July 14, 2021July 11, 2021 ktsw899

By Stephanie GiannuzziMusic Journalist Over the years, amazing music from many different backgrounds and influences has surfaced, but I want to pay appreciation to artists who have developed a unique skill that involves a savvy way of making music. Pop … Continue reading The Art Behind Happy Music With Contradicting Lyrics

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Cash: Episode 8

July 13, 2021July 13, 2021 ktsw899

By Juan GarciaPodcast Producer The hosts discuss laws governing business owners’ rights to own a firearm in Texas. Caden Mays interviews Jacob Burton Sr., Professor of Firearms Technology at the Sonoran Desert Institute. Featured Image by KTSW Multimedia Continue reading Cash: Episode 8

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Just the Tat2 of Us: Ep 2

July 13, 2021July 10, 2021 ktsw899

By Juan GarciaPodcast Producer Join Juan and Janie as they talk about the thing they love the most: tattoos. From the scene in San Marcos, to the do’s and don’ts of getting tattooed, no topic is too far for these two. … Continue reading Just the Tat2 of Us: Ep 2

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Calvinomics: Episode 37

July 12, 2021July 13, 2021 ktsw899

By Calvin MillerPodcast Manager In this episode of Calvinomics, Calvin discusses the idea of “Freemium” which is when a business, app or entity releases something that a person can use without paying. However, to get more benefits or less ads, the … Continue reading Calvinomics: Episode 37

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Places to Go: Germany

July 10, 2021July 7, 2021 ktsw899

By Allison SchroederWeb Content Assistant Manager Years ago, when I lived overseas in Germany, I always looked forward to seeing new places because living in a foreign country is an experience that changes your life. I don’t mean to exaggerate it, … Continue reading Places to Go: Germany

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Add To Queue: Noga Erez

July 7, 2021July 1, 2021 ktsw899

By Marcus BrooksMusic Journalist Welcome to the first installment of Add To Queue, a series where I do a deep dive into the most interesting artists on the rise you have not heard of. Today’s artist is Noga Erez, an … Continue reading Add To Queue: Noga Erez

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Sonic Genome: Psychedelia

July 7, 2021July 15, 2021 ktsw899

By Kyle Homrighausen and Sammy WellsPodcast Producers Join Kyle and Sam on an eclectic journey across music history through the lens of various genres and artists. Kyle and Sam attempt to contextualize the widespread influence of Psychedelia through the drug … Continue reading Sonic Genome: Psychedelia

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Just the Tat2 of Us: Episode 1

July 6, 2021July 1, 2021 ktsw899

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Cash: Episode 7

July 5, 2021June 29, 2021 ktsw899

By Juan GarciaPodcast Producer The hosts discuss Artificial Intelligence and its use in the entry level workforce. Caden Mays interviews Dr. Linda Alkire, Assistant Professor at McCoy College of Business Administration. Featured Image by KTSW Multimedia Continue reading Cash: Episode 7

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What Britney Spears Speaking Up Means for Victims of Abuse

July 5, 2021July 7, 2021 ktsw899

By Autumn McGowanWeb Content Contributor If you have not heard the news buzzing around the internet, Britney Spears had a hearing for her conservatorship on Thursday, June 24th. If you still have no idea what I’m talking about, I recommend watching … Continue reading What Britney Spears Speaking Up Means for Victims of Abuse