Baylor Connections
Baylor stories with global impact—told by the voices who live them.
On each episode of Baylor Connections, explore the stories that make Baylor distinct and discover the heart behind them, from groundbreaking research to transformative student life, leadership, and more.
Episodes
For many Baylor fans, some of the best moments of game day happen long before kickoff. Friends and family reconnect, tailgate, cheer and celebrate a shared love for the Bears. And, of course, there's plenty of food.
Les Hixson and Tim Twaddell have been attending Baylor games for as long as they can remember and now help run The Corner Tailgate in Baylor's Backyard Tailgating section, a gathering place for old and new friends alike. As members of multi-generational Baylor families, they've seen it all, from Floyd Casey Stadium to McLane Stadium, and share memories of favorite moments, tailgating traditions and the friendships that keep them coming back to Waco year after year. From Baylor victories to voodoo tater tots, they discuss why fans gather on the Brazos long before kickoff and how game day creates the sense of community that defines the Baylor experience from pregame to postgame and everything in between.
A new academic year brings new opportunities, new students, and renewed momentum across Baylor University. In the Season 10 premiere of Baylor Connections, President Livingstone shares a wide-ranging conversation about the year ahead.
From record-breaking philanthropy and student support to research growth, campus improvements, and the excitement of a new athletics season, President Livingstone shares what she's anticipating in the 2026-27 school year. Along the way, she reflects on the enduring strength of Baylor's Christian mission, the importance of a caring community, and the experiences that make a Baylor education distinctive for students and families.