Knight Talks: Stories of Media Professionals

Knight Talks is an engaging student-produced talk show that delves into the captivating stories of media professionals, as well as esteemed alumni, faculty, and staff from the renowned University of Florida’s College of Journalism and Communications. Join us as we uncover the latest trends in advertising, public relations, journalism, and media production while hearing fascinating anecdotes along the way.

Oscar Suris

Past guests include NBC correspondent Ron Allen, former Orange Bowl CEO Keith Tribble, film-maker Iman Zawahry, former WCJB anchor Bob Williams, and former UF President Kent Fuchs. Episodes feature public relations experts, investigative reporters, product marketers, and other practitioners who shape the media landscape. These professionals share their invaluable experiences and expertise, offering unique perspectives on their respective fields.

But the excitement doesn’t end with our past guests. In the upcoming episodes, get ready to hear from the legendary Head Ball Coach himself, Steve Spurrier, as well as Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Essdras Suarez, publisher of SYNERGY Magazine Virginia Grant, former Director of Corporate Communications at Ford Motor Company and Wells Fargo Oscar Suris, CJC Professor Emeritus Charles Harris, the Washington Commanders’ Senior Vice President Julie Donaldson, and Editor of News Apps at ProPublica Ken Schwencke.

Join us to be inspired, informed, and entertained by the stories that shape media. Knight Talks airs Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. on WUFT-TV and Wednesdays at 11:30 p.m. on WUFT-FM, and streaming on YouTube and PBS.org to bring the episodes to your fingertips. Now, you can catch up on the latest interviews and discussions anytime, anywhere.