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Red Chair Chats

Red Chair Chats was a video interview series in which NC State’s 14th chancellor, Randy Woodson, sat down with high-profile alumni, faculty, staff and friends of the university.

Chancellor Randy Woodson interviews NC State alumna and NASA astronaut Christina Koch on stage in Stewart Theatre.

Feb 17, 2025

That’s a Wrap on Red Chair Chats

With Chancellor Woodson set to retire, we closed out his video interview series, Red Chair Chats, by flipping the script and having the guests interview him. Take a look back at the full series and watch the latest episode.
Five images spliced together showing Kelly Hook, Coach Kevin Keatts, Susan Woodson, Brian Sischo and Chancellor Randy Woodson. The graphic has the Red Chair Chats logo and says "The Final Episode with Chancellor Woodson"

Feb 6, 2025

Chancellor Woodson’s Final Episode of Red Chair Chats 

For Chancellor Randy Woodson's final episode of Red Chair Chats, we’re turning the tables — and this time, he's answering the questions.
Chancellor Woodson and Jeff Williams sit on stage in red chairs. A graphic with the Red Chair Chats logo says "Red Chair Chats with Chancellor Woodson, Special Guest Jeff Williams"

Dec 18, 2024

The Intersection of Tech and Arts: Chancellor Woodson Talks Innovation with Apple COO Jeff Williams

Chancellor Randy Woodson visits the Bay Area for a conversation with NC State alum and Apple COO Jeff Williams.
Rodolphe Barrangou, a pioneer in the discovery of CRISPR, joins Chancellor Woodson at the Plant Sciences Building. The image also contains the Red Chair Chats graphic, which says "Red Chair Chats with Chancellor Woodson. Special guest: Rodolphe Barrangou."

Jul 10, 2024

The CRISPR Revolution: Chancellor Woodson Talks Science and Innovation with Professor Rodolphe Barrangou

Professor Rodolphe Barrangou joins Chancellor Woodson to discuss CRISPR, a game-changing technology that has turned science fiction into reality.
Chancellor Woodson and Dr. Jb Minter sit at the Africa entrance of the North Carolina Zoo. The image also contains the Red Chair Chats graphic, which says "Red Chair Chats with Chancellor Woodson. Special guest: Dr. Jb Minter."

Feb 15, 2024

At the Zoo: A Trip to Asheboro with Chancellor Woodson and Veterinarian Dr. Jb Minter

Chancellor Woodson hits the road to talk with Dr. Jb Minter about what it’s like to oversee the care of 250 different species of animals at the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro.
Chancellor Woodson and NASA astronaut Christina Koch sit on stage at Stewart Theatre with a starry background behind them. The image also contains the Red Chair Chats graphic, which says "Red Chair Chats with Chancellor Woodson. Special guest: Christina Koch"

Dec 14, 2023

To the Moon: Chancellor Woodson Talks Artemis II and Chasing Dreams with NASA Astronaut Christina Koch

NASA astronaut and three-time NC State alum Christina Koch joins Chancellor Woodson for the first live episode of Red Chair Chats and previews the Artemis II mission, slated to orbit the moon in fall 2024.
Chancellor Woodson interviewing Coach Laurie Henes sitting in her home in front of two NCAA trophies. The image also contains the Red Chair Chats graphic, which says "Red Chair Chats with Chancellor Woodson. Special guest: Laurie Henes"

Oct 18, 2023

Running and Winning with the Pack: A Conversation with Chancellor Woodson and Coach Laurie Henes

In episode seven of Red Chair Chats, cross country and track and field coach Laurie Henes joins Chancellor Woodson for a conversation on running, winning and the importance of fun.
Chancellor Woodson poses for a photo with (left to right) Michael Evans, barista Sam, and Lindsay Wrege.

Jul 25, 2023

Chancellor Woodson Talks Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship With 321 Coffee Founders

In episode six of Red Chair Chats, Chancellor Woodson sits down with alumni Lindsay Wrege and Michael Evans to talk about their mission-driven coffee shop.
In episode 5 of Red Chair Chats, Chancellor Randy Woodson sits down with Kofi Boone, a distinguished professor of landscape architecture in NC State's College of Design.

Mar 8, 2023

Chancellor Woodson Talks Community and Design with Professor Kofi Boone

Chancellor Woodson and Professor Kofi Boone discuss landscape architecture and environmental justice in episode five of Red Chair Chats.
Chancellor Woodson and Leigh-Kathryn Bonner sit down for an interview at the Bee Downtown offices.

Jun 8, 2022

Chancellor Woodson Talks Bees, Entrepreneurship With Bee Downtown Founder

In episode four of Red Chair Chats, Chancellor Woodson interviews NC State alumna and Bee Downtown founder Leigh-Kathryn Bonner.

Chancellor Woodson and BJ Barham sit down for an interview at The Point.

Jun 1, 2022

Chancellor Woodson Talks Wolfpack Fandom, Jams Out With American Aquarium

In episode three of Red Chair Chats, Chancellor Woodson interviews BJ Barham, an NC State alum and lead singer of the band American Aquarium.
NC State Athletics Director Boo Corrigan chats with Chancellor Randy Woodson in the second episode of Red Chair Chats.

Aug 10, 2021

Chancellor Woodson Talks Favorite Sports Moments With NC State’s Athletics Director

In episode two of Red Chair Chats, Chancellor Woodson interviews NC State Athletics Director Boo Corrigan.
Chancellor Randy Woodson and Coach Kevin Keatts film an episode of Red Chair Chats.

Jun 10, 2021

Chancellor Woodson Talks Basketball, Hits the Court With Coach Kevin Keatts

In episode one of Red Chair Chats, Chancellor Woodson interviews Wolfpack men’s basketball Coach Kevin Keatts.