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The Maverick Factor

Lora O'Riordan

Booking Overview

A university-affiliated interview podcast focused on the University of Texas at Arlington’s academics, student experience, employee experience, traditions, and institutional initiatives, typically featuring UTA administrators, faculty, staff, and students. PR agencies could credibly pitch higher-education leaders and subject-matter experts with a direct UTA connection, particularly in online learning, graduate education, human resources, student affairs, or campus engagement; booking difficulty is low because the show favors accessible institutional contributors over nationally prominent figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 21

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 5.7k subscribers

Instagram: 52.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

web.services@uta.edu

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Host

Lora O'Riordan - Host of The Maverick Factor, covering University of Texas at Arlington academics, campus life, institutional initiatives, and community stories.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
University of Texas at Arlington administrators, faculty, staff leaders, students, and other contributors with direct knowledge of UTA programs, campus traditions, academic initiatives, employee experience, or student affairs.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership of university departments or institutional initiatives, Expertise in higher-education programs, online learning, graduate education, human resources, or student affairs, Direct participation in UTA academic, employee, student, or campus-life programs

Recent Guest Discussions

Faizah Kahn - Graduate School Decisions And The Value Of Pursuing A Master’s Degree.

James Grover - The Value And Timing Of A Master’s Degree, Selecting A Graduate Program, Uta’s Master Of Multidisciplinary Studies, And The Fast Track Program.

Jewel Washington - Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Professional Development, Shared Values, And Faculty And Staff Engagement.

Sandro Miljatovic - Employee Satisfaction Surveys, Translating Feedback Into Organizational Initiatives, And Demonstrating Investment In University Employees.

Jackie Fay - Employee Satisfaction Surveys, Translating Feedback Into Organizational Initiatives, And Building Trust With Faculty And Staff.

Recent Topics

Education, Higher Education, Online Learning, Graduate Education, Employee Engagement

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Maverick Factor
:

Blazing a Path to Graduate School

September 25, 2026

Graduate School Dean James Grover joins host Lora O’Riordan and current UTA student Faizah Kahn for a discussion about the value of a master’s degree, the best time to pursue graduate school, and how to find the right program. Dr. Grover also answers questions about UTA’s new Master of Multidisciplinary Studies and opportunities to save time and money through the Fast Track Program.

Talent, Culture, and Engagement at UTA

September 11, 2026

From growth opportunities to benefits, UTA offers a wide range of resources to give employees the tools they need to succeed and create a positive experience for students. Jewel Washington, vice president of Talent, Culture, and Engagement, shares her passion for human resources and discusses how her department is integrating UTA’s shared values into employees’ day-to-day work. She also highlights programs designed to keep faculty and staff engaged and connected to the UTA community.

Why Employee Feedback Matters

August 11, 2026

This episode of the Maverick Factor dives into employee satisfaction at UTA—how it is measured through surveys and how those surveys lead to real change. Meet the Mavericks who lead teams dedicated to translating survey results into initiatives that make a difference for faculty and staff. Jackie Fay and Sandro Miljatovic discuss their efforts to build trust and show employees what UTA’s commitment to investing in its people looks like in practice.

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
The Maverick Factor
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How do I get in touch with The Maverick Factor?

The Maverick Factor is hosted by Lora O'Riordan. Its publicly listed email is web.services@uta.edu. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Maverick Factor?

The publicly listed email for The Maverick Factor: web.services@uta.edu.

How many listeners does The Maverick Factor have?

Podseeker estimates The Maverick Factor reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Maverick Factor?

The Maverick Factor typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: University of Texas at Arlington administrators, faculty, staff leaders, students, and other contributors with direct knowledge of UTA programs, campus traditions, academic initiatives, employee experience, or student affairs. Common among recent guests: Leadership of university departments or institutional initiatives; Expertise in higher-education programs, online learning, graduate education, human resources, or student affairs; Direct participation in UTA academic, employee, student, or campus-life programs. Recent guests include Faizah Kahn, James Grover, and Jewel Washington.

How hard is it to get booked on The Maverick Factor?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The Maverick Factor cover?

Recent episodes cover Education, Higher Education, Online Learning, Graduate Education, and Employee Engagement. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

web.services@uta.edu

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