In this episode of VU History, host Jaylan Sims interviews Neil Vigdor (‘99), a VSC Hall of Famer and former editor-in-chief of the Vanderbilt Hustler, now a political reporter for The New York Times. They discuss the media’s role in shaping political narratives, the challenges of covering a polarized landscape and his experiences on the campaign trail.

In this episode of VU History, host Jaylan Sims sits down with Bill Purcell (JD ’79), Nashville’s fifth mayor and adjunct professor of public policy at Vanderbilt. Purcell opens up about the traumatic experiences he has endured in politics and provides advice on how to lead a successful political career amid a distressing personal life.

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.

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.

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.

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*