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Alex Smith began working in radio as an intern at the National Association of Farm Broadcasters. A few years and a couple of radio jobs later, he became the assistant producer of KCUR's magazine show, KC Currents. In January 2014 he became KCUR's health reporter.

As supervising editor for Arts and Culture at NPR based at NPR West in Culver City, Ted Robbins plans coverage across NPR shows and online, focusing on TV at a time when there's never been so much content. He thinks "arts and culture" encompasses a lot of human creativity — from traditional museum offerings to popular culture, and out-of-the-way people and events.

Madeline Sofia is the host of Short Wave — NPR's daily science podcast. Short Wave will bring a little science into your life, all in about 10 minutes. Sometimes it'll be a good story, a smart conversation, or a fun explainer, but it'll always be interesting and easy to understand. It's a break from the relentless news cycle, but you'll still come away with a better understanding of the world around you.

Rick Joyner is a broadcast veteran over 40 years of experience. As a Celebrity D.J., he’s served as host of countless events events nationally and globally, including The Smooth Jazz Cruise, The Life Luxe Jazz Festival and many others. Rick is an inductee into the National Broadcasters Hall of Fame, Who’s Who in Black Atlanta, as well as recipient of the Favorite Network Personality of the Year award four consecutive years. Additionally, he has been nominated for Announcer Of The Year for The Stellar Awards several times, and recipient ofthe REACH AWARD for “Listener’s Choice”. Rick is frequently called upon to host a variety of functions including live concerts, c.d. releases,seminars, workshops, recordings, listening parties,banquets, etc. His extensive knowledge,comedic style and impeccable timing, along with the ability to hold an audience’s attention,make him one of the most sought-after emcees in the industry.

Alanna Hadley is a student in the Clark Atlanta University Mass Media Arts Department with a concentration in Public Relations. She likes telling stories, writing and researching projects for WCLK content initiatives.

Fonda Smith is a radio and television veteran who has worked in the Broadcasting field since 1978. She has been a News and Traffic reporter for WCLK 91.9 since 2000. Over the years Fonda has worked with CAU students training them in News/Traffic and has been a guiding light for emerging journalism majors in the television and radio industry. She has worked in the Atlanta market in radio and television since 1988. Fonda is originally from Lima, Ohio where she started her Broadcasting career. Ms. Smith was the first African American radio News/anchor in her hometown of Lima, Ohio. She received her B.S. in Journalism from Bowling Green State University and associate degree from Ohio State University Lima campus. Fonda worked in several markets as a television news anchor, tv reporter, on-air personality as well as Community Television program host at WVEU-TV 69. Ms. Smith was Assistant Director of Operations for Metro Networks and Assistant Director of Operations for Total Traffic under the Clear Channel Banner. Fonda Smith is a fierce advocate for victims of domestic violence and people experiencing homelessness.

Timothy Taylor is a WCLK Intern, working on programs including Money Making Conversations and Drive Time with Dr. Douglass, and other content projects as needed. He was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He is a Mass Media Arts student majoring in film at Clark Atlanta University. Since an early age, Timothy has always found himself writing stories, either about life’s experiences or for the pure pleasure of painting a picture through words. His goal is to succeed as an independent filmmaker.