Podcasts about academic excellence

On this episode of The Report Card, Nat Malkus, Rick Hess, and Andy Rotherham discuss what recent elections in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City mean for education, the Trump administration's Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, the latest in the Jim Ryan saga, and more. (Note: This episode was recorded on Monday, […]

On this episode of The Report Card, Nat Malkus, Rick Hess, and Andy Rotherham discuss what recent elections in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City mean for education, the Trump administration's Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, the latest in the Jim Ryan saga, and more. (Note: This episode was recorded on Monday, before the Trump administration announced further plans to dismantle the Department of Education.)Andrew J. Rotherham is a co-founder and senior partner at Bellwether and the author of the Eduwonk blog.Frederick M. Hess is a senior fellow and the director of education policy studies at AEI.Show Notes:Jim Ryan LetterThe Impoundment Wars, Begun They Have. Plus, Wait, What Just Happened at UVA?"Patriotic Education" Isn't. Plus, The Vagueness of "No Kings."What's The Forecast In Virginia? Plus Literacy, Des Moines, Cell Phone Bans, More...And Fish Pics.VCU Changed Scholarship for Descendants of the Enslaved to Align with Anti-DEI PoliciesFinding Common Ground on Trump's College CompactCampus Leaders Conveniently Find the Spines They Lost Years AgoHow Zohran Mamdani Could Kill New York's SchoolsTexas A&M Tightens Rules on Talking About Race and Gender in ClassesHow to Really Know a Thing, Directed by Quentin Tarantino

Kruser is joined by Delaney Stephens with the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence to talk about KY's low rankings for post-secondary education and Bill Meck calls the show to discuss if he and Kruser are "normal" in hour 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delaney Stephens with the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence joins Kruser to talk about the high number of students not going on to post-secondary education, not being prepared for college, and what Meaningful Diplomas is doing to improve these numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education. Peter Berkowitz (Hoover Institution Fellow and educator) discusses the Trump administration's "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education," which requires universities to meet ten priorities to qualify for federal benefits like student loans and research grants. While many goals are proper or already legally required (like protecting free speech and obeying civil rights laws), several are highly controversial. These controversial points include demanding that hiring decisions be made solely on individual "merit," which critics redefine to include group diversity, and requiring universities to maintain institutional neutrality on political issues. Most universities rejected the compact, asserting it would impair academic freedom. Berkowitz suggests the administration should use direct financial incentives to reward universities that actively teach free speech, rather than relying on mandates. 1913 Princeton

The Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education. Peter Berkowitz (Hoover Institution Fellow and educator) discusses the Trump administration's "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education," which requires universities to meet ten priorities to qualify for federal benefits like student loans and research grants. While many goals are proper or already legally required (like protecting free speech and obeying civil rights laws), several are highly controversial. These controversial points include demanding that hiring decisions be made solely on individual "merit," which critics redefine to include group diversity, and requiring universities to maintain institutional neutrality on political issues. Most universities rejected the compact, asserting it would impair academic freedom. Berkowitz suggests the administration should use direct financial incentives to reward universities that actively teach free speech, rather than relying on mandates. 1901 Stanford

SHOW 11-5-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT AI AND CHILDREN. FIRST HOUR 9-915 Canada's Troubled Relations with China and the US. Charles Burton (author of The Beaver and the Dragon) analyzes Canadian Prime Minister Carney's meeting with China's Xi Jinping following the APEC conference. Burton described Carney as a "supplicant" who echoed Chinese rhetoric of "constructive and pragmatic interactions," which means focusing on trade while avoiding criticism. Issues discussed included Chinese tariffs on Canadian canola and Canada's tariffs on subsidized Chinese EVs. Burton addresses the severely strained Ottawa-Washington relationship due to US tariffs and President Trump's stated unwillingness to talk, feeding "anti-American sentiment" in Canada. This trade uncertainty is a factor in Canada's massive budget deficit, which aims to fund government infrastructure to compensate for lacking investor interest. Furthermore, concerns persist in Canada regarding Chinese EVs potentially functioning as "listening posts" for state security. 915-930 Canada's Troubled Relations with China and the US. Charles Burton (author of The Beaver and the Dragon) analyzes Canadian Prime Minister Carney's meeting with China's Xi Jinping following the APEC conference. Burton described Carney as a "supplicant" who echoed Chinese rhetoric of "constructive and pragmatic interactions," which means focusing on trade while avoiding criticism. Issues discussed included Chinese tariffs on Canadian canola and Canada's tariffs on subsidized Chinese EVs. Burton addresses the severely strained Ottawa-Washington relationship due to US tariffs and President Trump's stated unwillingness to talk, feeding "anti-American sentiment" in Canada. This trade uncertainty is a factor in Canada's massive budget deficit, which aims to fund government infrastructure to compensate for lacking investor interest. Furthermore, concerns persist in Canada regarding Chinese EVs potentially functioning as "listening posts" for state security. 930-945 The Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education. Peter Berkowitz (Hoover Institution Fellow and educator) discusses the Trump administration's "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education," which requires universities to meet ten priorities to qualify for federal benefits like student loans and research grants. While many goals are proper or already legally required (like protecting free speech and obeying civil rights laws), several are highly controversial. These controversial points include demanding that hiring decisions be made solely on individual "merit," which critics redefine to include group diversity, and requiring universities to maintain institutional neutrality on political issues. Most universities rejected the compact, asserting it would impair academic freedom. Berkowitz suggests the administration should use direct financial incentives to reward universities that actively teach free speech, rather than relying on mandates. 945-1000 The Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education. Peter Berkowitz (Hoover Institution Fellow and educator) discusses the Trump administration's "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education," which requires universities to meet ten priorities to qualify for federal benefits like student loans and research grants. While many goals are proper or already legally required (like protecting free speech and obeying civil rights laws), several are highly controversial. These controversial points include demanding that hiring decisions be made solely on individual "merit," which critics redefine to include group diversity, and requiring universities to maintain institutional neutrality on political issues. Most universities rejected the compact, asserting it would impair academic freedom. Berkowitz suggests the administration should use direct financial incentives to reward universities that actively teach free speech, rather than relying on mandates. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 US-China Ceasefire and Competition in Technology and Space. Jack Burnham (Foundation for Defense of Democracies research analyst) characterizes the Trump-Xi meeting as a necessary "truce" that allows both nations to gain stability and strengthen their positions before the next escalation. Regarding rare earths, China is now employing the US "playbook," setting up a licensing structure rather than a full trade cessation. He emphasizes that building a complete rare earth supply chain outside of China, especially refining capacity, may realistically take seven to ten years. In technology, Beijing is pushing for domestic self-sufficiency in AI infrastructure, partly driven by paranoia that imported chips may contain backdoors or vulnerabilities. Burnham also details China's commitment to militarizing space, including copying US reconnaissance capabilities and practicing anti-satellite operations like "dogfighting." 1015-1030 US-China Ceasefire and Competition in Technology and Space. Jack Burnham (Foundation for Defense of Democracies research analyst) characterizes the Trump-Xi meeting as a necessary "truce" that allows both nations to gain stability and strengthen their positions before the next escalation. Regarding rare earths, China is now employing the US "playbook," setting up a licensing structure rather than a full trade cessation. He emphasizes that building a complete rare earth supply chain outside of China, especially refining capacity, may realistically take seven to ten years. In technology, Beijing is pushing for domestic self-sufficiency in AI infrastructure, partly driven by paranoia that imported chips may contain backdoors or vulnerabilities. Burnham also details China's commitment to militarizing space, including copying US reconnaissance capabilities and practicing anti-satellite operations like "dogfighting." 1030-1045 AI Philosophy and Jewish Wisdom. Spencer Klavan (Associate Editor of the Claremont Review of Books) reviews Michael M. Rosen's book, Like Silicon from Clay, which uses ancient Jewish wisdom, specifically the Golem legend, to analyze AI. Rosen categorizes AI believers into four camps: autonomists (who believe AI will achieve consciousness or sentience) and automationists (who view AI as a sophisticated, non-conscious tool). Both camps are divided into "positive" (optimistic) and "negative" (pessimistic) outlooks. Klavan identifies as a positive automationist, seeing AI as an "elaborate adding machine" or "better Google" that is helpful but requires human verification because it often "hallucinates" (makes up facts). He notes that chatbots conclude conversations with questions because they need human input to avoid becoming "deranged" and to improve their ability to predict human speech patterns. 1045-1100 AI Philosophy and Jewish Wisdom. Spencer Klavan (Associate Editor of the Claremont Review of Books) reviews Michael M. Rosen's book, Like Silicon from Clay, which uses ancient Jewish wisdom, specifically the Golem legend, to analyze AI. Rosen categorizes AI believers into four camps: autonomists (who believe AI will achieve consciousness or sentience) and automationists (who view AI as a sophisticated, non-conscious tool). Both camps are divided into "positive" (optimistic) and "negative" (pessimistic) outlooks. Klavan identifies as a positive automationist, seeing AI as an "elaborate adding machine" or "better Google" that is helpful but requires human verification because it often "hallucinates" (makes up facts). He notes that chatbots conclude conversations with questions because they need human input to avoid becoming "deranged" and to improve their ability to predict human speech patterns. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 US Military Operations off Venezuela and the War in Ukraine. General Blaine Holt (United States Air Force retired) analyzes the significant US military buildup off Venezuela, headquartered at Roosevelt Roads, describing it as a "war-winning force" primarily targeting cartels and sending a global message of American might. He suggests that operations will likely use commando-style tactics rather than a full occupation, potentially leveraging historical events like the Bay of Pigs as cover for unconventional approaches. The conversation pivots to Ukraine, where Russia is effectively using new glide bombs and missiles, having shifted to a wartime mobilization economy. Holt notes the profound erosion of Ukraine's infrastructure and the demoralizing lack of manpower. He argues innovative, inexpensive defenses, such as Reaper drones with Sidewinders or lasers, are needed, as current air defense economics are unsustainable. 1115-1130 US Military Operations off Venezuela and the War in Ukraine. General Blaine Holt (United States Air Force retired) analyzes the significant US military buildup off Venezuela, headquartered at Roosevelt Roads, describing it as a "war-winning force" primarily targeting cartels and sending a global message of American might. He suggests that operations will likely use commando-style tactics rather than a full occupation, potentially leveraging historical events like the Bay of Pigs as cover for unconventional approaches. The conversation pivots to Ukraine, where Russia is effectively using new glide bombs and missiles, having shifted to a wartime mobilization economy. Holt notes the profound erosion of Ukraine's infrastructure and the demoralizing lack of manpower. He argues innovative, inexpensive defenses, such as Reaper drones with Sidewinders or lasers, are needed, as current air defense economics are unsustainable. 1130-1145 The Dominance of the US Dollar and Its Challenges. Alex Pollock (Senior Fellow at the Mises Institute) discusses Kenneth Rogoff's book, Our Currency, Your Problem, focusing on why the US dollar remains the dominant global currency. The dollar's strength is linked to US military power and superior legal and bankruptcy systems, which provide essential "social infrastructure." Pollock recalls the famous quip, "Our currency, your problem," made by Treasury Secretary John Connally in 1971 after the US defaulted on its gold obligations under the Bretton Woods system. Challenges from the Chinese renminbi and crypto are noted, but Rogoff finds serious institutional flaws in China's system. Critically, the growing US national debt is identified as the dollar's "Achilles heel," posing a major threat if global lenders stop lending. 1145-1200 The Dominance of the US Dollar and Its Challenges. Alex Pollock (Senior Fellow at the Mises Institute) discusses Kenneth Rogoff's book, Our Currency, Your Problem, focusing on why the US dollar remains the dominant global currency. The dollar's strength is linked to US military power and superior legal and bankruptcy systems, which provide essential "social infrastructure." Pollock recalls the famous quip, "Our currency, your problem," made by Treasury Secretary John Connally in 1971 after the US defaulted on its gold obligations under the Bretton Woods system. Challenges from the Chinese renminbi and crypto are noted, but Rogoff finds serious institutional flaws in China's system. Critically, the growing US national debt is identified as the dollar's "Achilles heel," posing a major threat if global lenders stop lending. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 1215-1230 1230-1245 Private Space Enterprise, Artemis Debate, and the Human Body in Space. Bob Zimmerman (Behind the Black) reviews the private space sector, highlighting VAST, which is developing the small manned demo space station Haven One using its own investment capital, unlike other NASA-funded consortiums. VAST's larger planned station, Haven 2, is designed to rotate, creating artificial gravity. This capability is crucial for mitigating the damage extended weightlessness causes the human body, such as cardiovascular weakening, bone density loss, and vision problems (the eye flattens). Zimmerman notes the ongoing debate over NASA's Artemis program, where former administrators clash over SpaceX's ability to build the lunar lander on time, often driven by lobbying interests. He also reports that China recently set a new national record for successful launches in a single year (67 completed). 1245-100 AM Private Space Enterprise, Artemis Debate, and the Human Body in Space. Bob Zimmerman (Behind the Black) reviews the private space sector, highlighting VAST, which is developing the small manned demo space station Haven One using its own investment capital, unlike other NASA-funded consortiums. VAST's larger planned station, Haven 2, is designed to rotate, creating artificial gravity. This capability is crucial for mitigating the damage extended weightlessness causes the human body, such as cardiovascular weakening, bone density loss, and vision problems (the eye flattens). Zimmerman notes the ongoing debate over NASA's Artemis program, where former administrators clash over SpaceX's ability to build the lunar lander on time, often driven by lobbying interests. He also reports that China recently set a new national record for successful launches in a single year (67 completed).

In this episode, Katherine Knott, Inside Higher Ed's news editor, is back to help us unpack the latest higher ed news out of Washington. She speaks with editor in chief Sara Custer about the Trump administration's higher ed compact—who's said no, who's said yes please and who's artfully dodging the question. We'll give you the latest on the current round of negotiated rule making. Plus: the TRIO funding cuts affecting 40,000 students, UVA's zero-dollar settlement that still cost them their president and looking for signs of life at the Department of Education.   Track how institutions have responded to the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education  "Reading Between the Lines on Compact Responses", Inside Higher Ed, Oct. 24, 2025

The Trump administration's "Compact for Academic Excellence" faces near-universal rejection from the nation's leading universities, even as the White House continues to look for takers. Hosts Mushtaq Gunja, Jon Fansmith, and Sarah Spreitzer unpack why the compact's demands are legally shaky and practically unworkable. Then they turn to UVA's separate civil rights settlement, what it signals for Title VI enforcement, and how DOJ's growing role is reshaping oversight. Also in this episode: the shutdown that isn't shutting down, deep cuts to the Education Department's Office for Civil Rights and TRIO programs, and  the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee.  Here are some of the links and references from this week's show:  The Trump Administration's Higher Education Compact  Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education White House   Statement by Higher Education Associations in Opposition to Trump Administration Compact   ACE | Oct. 17, 2025  How the Trump administration is pressuring universities to fall in line  NPR | Oct. 27, 2025  UVA  UVA reaches agreement with US Justice Department on outstanding compliance investigations  UVA Today  Government Shutdown and Higher Ed  Federal Judge Indefinitely Blocks Trump's Latest Layoffs  Inside Higher Ed | Oct. 29, 2025  H-1B Visas  Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers  White House | Sept. 19, 2025  ACE, Higher Ed Groups Warn New H-1B Policies Could Undermine U.S. Competitiveness   ACE | Oct. 27, 2025  Letter to DHS on H-1B Visa Fee Increase (PDF)  ACE | Oct. 23, 2025  Comments to DHS on the Proposed H-1B Lottery Rule (PDF)  ACE | Oct. 24, 2025  Higher Ed Institutions Raise Concerns About H-1B Visa Fee  Inside Higher Ed | Oct. 29, 2025  Higher Ed Groups Push for Colleges To Be Exempt From $100K H-1B Visa Fee  Higher Ed Dive | Oct. 29, 2025   

As the federal government shutdown continues, colleges and universities are grappling with its immediate effects on students and operations. Meanwhile, the proposed “Compact for Academic Excellence” is sparking debate about federal influence over campus policies and values. This episode explores how funding, freedom, and inclusion intersect in today's political climate—and how student affairs professionals are helping students and institutions navigate these challenges.

This week we are so excited to have two incredible guests on the podcast to help us learn more about their areas of expertise, individual stories and help our community educate themselves on Breast Cancer + Women's Health. Dr. Deepa Halaharvi, DO, FACOS, is a fellowship-trained, board-certified breast surgeon and breast cancer survivor. She graduated from Kansas City University in 2008 and went on to complete her general surgery residency in 2013 at Doctor's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.Dedicated to lifelong learning, Halaharvi continued to master her skills by focusing on breast surgical oncology through a fellowship program in 2014. Only eight months after completing her fellowship, she learned firsthand what it feels like to hear the words, “You have breast cancer.” Despite the different forms of crises, setback and illness, Halaharvi realized she had the courage and resiliency to keep going using her voice and experience to help her patients. Having seen both sides—as a breast cancer surgeon and a breast cancer patient—she has gained unique insight and perspective into what it is like to face breast cancer. She started The Breast Cancer Podcast, a YouTube channel and social media outlets to help educate others about body awareness and managing a breast cancer diagnosis. Halaharvi continues to challenge herself and others in learning new skills to achieve better outcomes and improve the patient experience.Dr. Shabana Dewani is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Wright State University and was appointed as Chief Resident. Dr. Dewani completed her combined fellowship in Oncology and Hematology at Wright State University. During her training, she received Special Award in Academic Excellence and was inducted into the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha.Dr. Dewani was a faculty member at the Ohio State University where she was rated among the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction. She participated in multiple clinical trials investigating different therapies to treat breast, gastrointestinal and hematologic cancers.Dr. Dewani is married, has two children and lives in Dublin, Ohio.

In two weeks, millions of Americans will be voting — but a Supreme Court case could change elections as we know them. Last week, the court heard arguments in Louisiana vs. Callais, a case that centers on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. Basically, the court is deciding whether or not states can use race to draw voting maps — and depending on what it decides, it could give Republicans the ability to eliminate at least six majority-minority districts and land about a dozen more seats in the House of Representatives. So we spoke to Stacey Abrams about the court's deliberations. She's the Host of Crooked Media's Assembly Required and a New York Times Bestselling Author. And in headlines, Trump signs a critical minerals deal with the Prime Minister of Australia, universities publicly reject the Trump administration's “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education”, and House Speaker Mike Johnson, aka “Mad Mike,” yearns to be happy again as the shutdown heads into week three.Show Notes:Check out Coded Justice – https://tinyurl.com/3yx73h78Watch Assembly Required – https://tinyurl.com/4nv3uzatCall Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when universities refuse to tie their funding to political ideology? Several schools, including the University of Arizona and Vanderbilt, have rejected the Trump administration's “Compact for Academic Excellence,” which links federal money to promoting “patriotism” and limiting DEI programs. Their refusal underscores a growing clash between academic freedom and government influence. (Source: The Guardian)​

The Trump administration has cut federal funding to colleges and universities it says don't align with conservative priorities. And now, the White House says it will reward schools that follow in its ideological footsteps.Earlier this month, the administration sent a list of demands to nine schools. Officials are calling it the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education.” Its stipulations include ending considerations of race and sex in admissions and hiring, capping international student enrollment, and limiting what faculty can say about certain issues.Five institutions — Brown University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the University of Southern California, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of Virginia — have rejected the proposal. The others have yet to comment.Trump's compact is the latest chapter in the story of how his administration is trying to exert influence over higher education. In March, the White House canceled $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia University over allegations of antisemitism.In this edition of “If You Can Keep It,” our weekly series on the state of democracy, we talk about higher education and what's at stake if academic freedom is compromised.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ atplus.npr.org/the1a.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

PLUS: UVA says no to Education Department compact; ICE releases detained Henrico high schooler. Read more  UVA says no to Trump administration's ‘Compact for Academic Excellence'  'We reject the compact': UVA community speaks out at National Day of Action  Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism. 

Many stories on Charlottesville Community Engagement are made because they are a result of listening to a public meeting and chopping what is said into a narrative intended to let people know what took place. This newsletter began as an attempt at a radio newscast on July 13, 2020 and has gone through many iterations. This is the second podcast this week and steps are being taken behind the scenes to integrate audio production into the overall process. I'm Sean Tubbs, and a thank you to the subscriber this week who contributed paid $50 a year because of the podcast!Here's what is in this edition:* Interim UVA President Mahoney declines to sign White House “Compact for Academic Excellence” (read the story)* Charlottesville seeks settlement lawsuit against city's zoning code (read the story)* Albemarle and Charlottesville economic development groups briefed on Innovation Corridor Roadmap (read the story)* Albemarle Executive Richardson sheds more details on AstraZeneca (learn more)* An update on transportation projects in Albemarle County including a ribbon-cutting for U.S. 29 pedestrian bridge set for November 13 (read the story)* Greene County awarded AA and Aa2 bond-ratings (read the story)* A very rudimentary look at next week's meetingsFirst shout-out: Piedmont Master GardenersDo you enjoy sharing your passion for gardening with others?The Piedmont Master Gardeners are now accepting applications for the 2026 training class for Master Gardeners serving Charlottesville and Albemarle County. Applications are due by December 1, 2025.The in-person class will meet weekly from February through April. Learn more and find the application at the Piedmont Master Gardeners' website.Second shout-out: JackFest coming up on October 26In today's second subscriber-supported shout-out: Looking for a free fall event for your family that will help raise money for cancer treatments for patients at UVA's Children's Hospital? Mark your calendar for October 26 and JackFest at Foxfield in Albemarle County.The free event is named for Jack Callahan, a boy who beat back metastatic cancer after a 13-month course of intensive treatments in 2019 and 2020. JackFest raises funds for Ronald McDonald House to support families who need assistance while other treatments are underway as well as. Events include:* Kids' running races and family relays including a Superhero Dash, Cross Country races and a Child-Parent Relay Race* Family activities such as an inflatable obstacle course, bounce house, and slides; a petting zoo, and a truck touch with emergency vehicles* Adult and kid food options - including food trucks - and local beer & wineThe running races require registration and a fee. People can sign up for races at the JackFest website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

That's it for Season 6!We would like to thank our title sponsor for season 6, CoVet. Meet the world's most powerful veterinary AI copilot. CoVet's easy AI scribe writes your records and automates your admin work so you can focus on the things that matter most. Get 15% off your first year with the promo code below. Website: https://www.co.vet Promo details: 15% off first-year annual membership Promo code: co.vet/boston2025 or https://app.co.vet/authorization?campaign=boston2025&signup=true Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

​How does former President Trump plan to “fix” U.S. colleges? He unveiled a higher education reform aimed at removing what he calls “woke, socialist, and anti-American” ideologies while promoting merit-based admissions, free speech, and affordability. The plan also targets discriminatory policies, foreign influence, and DEI programs to foster what he describes as a “Golden Age of Academic Excellence.” (Source: NDTV)

In this episode of The Key, we're diving deep into what's happening on Capitol Hill and inside the White House—and how it's all affecting higher ed. Joining Sara Custer, IHE's editor in chief, is news editor Katherine Knott to unpack everything: the funding cuts hitting Minority Serving Institutions, restrictive policies upending life for international students and scholars, the latest twists in negotiated rule making around student borrowing, and yes—that Compact for Excellence in Higher Education everyone's talking about. Thank you to the Gates Foundation for sponsoring this episode. 

 What will happen if California universities agree to the Trump administration's new “Compact for Academic Excellence”? State leaders have warned they'll cut funding to any campus that accepts the deal, arguing it threatens academic freedom and state control over admissions and curriculum. The move sets up a major clash between California and federal officials over who directs higher education policy. 

The Trump administration's proposed “Compact for Academic Excellence” lands on nine campuses with vague perks and 23 demands, including tuition freezes, international caps, and “viewpoint diversity” audits. Hosts Mushtaq Gunja, Jon Fansmith, and Sarah Spreitzer ask can they do that?—then discuss the shutdown's real impacts, week one of negotiated rulemaking, the stalled $100,000 H-1B fee, and a Dear Colleague reminder on federal funds and lobbying.  Here are some of the links and resources from this week's show:  Economic Indicator Tool  The Economic Impact of Higher Education in America  The Trump Administration's Higher Education Compact  Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education  White House   White House Calls for Institutions to Sign Compact With Federal Government   ACE | Oct. 3, 2025  Trump's Proposed ‘Compact' Asks Colleges to Show They're ‘Pursuing Federal Priorities'  The Chronicle of Higher Education (sub. req.) | Oct. 2, 2025  OPINION: Trump's ‘Compact' With Universities Is Just Extortion  The New York Times (sub. req.) | Oct. 2, 2025  Higher Ed Sounds Off on Proposed Compact  Inside Higher Ed | Oct. 6, 2025  Government Shutdown and Higher Ed  Government Shutdown Could Set Off Uncertainty for Research, Oversight, Some Student Benefits and Services   ACE | Sept. 30, 2025  From the Department of Education   Negotiated Rulemaking for Higher Education 2025  Reminder Regarding Prohibited Use of Federal Grants Funds for Lobbying and Allowable Membership Costs  What Would a Shutdown Mean for Rule Making?  Inside Higher Ed | Sept. 29, 2025 

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  A leaked Trump administration proposal—The Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education—is shaking up the woke university system. In this episode:How Trump plans to use federal funding to reward schools that protect free speech and punish those enforcing ideological conformityWhy ending race and gender preferences in admissions and hiring isn't radical—it's the lawWhat “institutional neutrality” means and how it could stop universities from taking sides on social and political issuesThe proposal to freeze tuition for five years and cap international enrollment at 15%Why bloated administrations—not professors or students—are driving college costs through the roofTrump's education reform could finally bring accountability, competition, and intellectual diversity back to American campuses—and the Left is losing its mind over it.

 What would happen if universities had to follow government ideology to receive funding? The Trump administration's proposed “Compact for Academic Excellence” offers federal money to nine colleges if they adopt policies like tuition freezes, limits on international students, and bans on race- or sex-based admissions. Critics warn it threatens academic freedom by tying financial support to political compliance.

It's called the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education.” It is anything but. It asks the schools who received Wednesday's letter to give up their academic freedom and adopt the right-wing partisan platform on education in exchange for preferred access to federal funding. Of course, the document points out (as it must) that “institutions of higher education are free to develop models and values other than those” in the memo, if the institution elects to forgo federal benefits. Up until now, the administration has used the stick — denying federal funds to those universities that refuse his unconstitutional demands...Article Link

S6 - E8 - A Healthy Diet of Improv with Andrea BucholzIn this episode, Sarah gets to interview one of her dear friends and learns some things about her, like what a dietitian is and how to pronounce her last name properly! Fun! Dr. Andrea Bucholz is a registered dietitian. She has been a professor of applied nutrition at the University of Guelph since 2004.  When Andrea is not teaching, doing research and enjoying life as an academic, she is enjoying the other side of her brain with improv. She has studied, taught and performed comedic improv for the past 20+ years and she enjoys improv because it teaches us that it's okay to take risks and fail.  She also loves to explore and learn about fun hobbies like tap dancing and how to lift fingerprints from crime scenes. Sarah has some serious troupe-envy for Andrea's long standing improv troup, TriCity Comedy. They perform monthly in Waterloo, Ontario.  Links: https://www.instagram.com/tricityimprov/ We would like to thank our title sponsor for season 6, CoVet. Meet the world's most powerful veterinary AI copilot. CoVet's easy AI scribe writes your records and automates your admin work so you can focus on the things that matter most. Get 15% off your first year with the promo code below. Website: https://www.co.vet Promo details: 15% off first-year annual membership Promo code: co.vet/boston2025 or https://app.co.vet/authorization?campaign=boston2025&signup=true Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

 What is the Trump administration proposing to reshape U.S. universities? It has invited nine major schools, including MIT and Brown, to sign a “Compact for Academic Excellence,” offering federal funding in exchange for frozen tuition, limits on international students, standardized testing, and alignment with the administration's gender definitions. So far, only the University of Texas system has expressed interest, while other schools have yet to respond. (AP News) 

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Ellie Holbert, founder and principal of Empact Advisory Services, is a scientist, researcher and organizational change expert who has mastered unlocking full potential of organizations including transforming some of the largest health systems in the U.S. as well as large enterprises with over 250,000 employees. In this latest episode, she highlights the key factors to her system of discovering the human potential to perform in organizations with KPI structure, culture, and habits that drive results.0:00 Episode Highlight 1 - Redefining Failure & Circle of Safety0:42 Episode Highlight 2 - Case: Wrong KPIs harmed Customer Satisfaction in a Large U.S. Healthcare System03:34 Personal Inspiration: Lessons from Motherhood & Reading“Redefining strength, resilience, and inspiration.”04:53 Academic Excellence & Early Career Discipline“Why structure, early mastery, and emotional intelligence shaped her career.”07:46 Metrics vs. Culture: Avoiding the Wrong Incentives“How poorly designed KPIs can backfire—and what to measure instead.” Importance of balancing individual and team metrics. Measuring trust, approachability of leaders and emotional intelligence factors is linked to observable leadership that drives business outcomes.10:30 Unintended Problems of Procurement KPIs in Largest US Health System. Created Customer Dissatisfaction despite opposite intentions.11:40 When to Invest in Team Effectiveness Interventions“Times of change, fear, and stagnation demand cultural investment.”Employees are operating from self-protection which is slowing innovation, and performance.16:42 Today's Need to Protect Top Performers & Measure ROI“Why high performers deliver 8X output and how to retain them.”19:49 Building Self-Driven Teams That Last Beyond ConsultingEllie anchors specific techniques to “Psychological safety, retrospectives, and boldness as cultural cornerstones.”20:30 Leadership Power of Describing Reality Accurately without BlameSelf-regulation is a norm in the most successful teams, centered on creating structure with clarity, safe environment and analysis of emotional intelligence.24:48 Keys to Thrive in Uncertainty: Mindset, Delegation & Letting Go27:57 Redefining the Modern OrganizationEllie reacts to Netflix custom to encourage executives to make $1 million dollar mistakes. Failure is a critical part of our success, as well as sharing lessons from failures because of the benefits of learning. “The four pillars: psychological safety, belonging, clarity, and purpose.”33:03 Case Study: From Chaos to Clarity in 8 WeeksEllie tells how she created champions in a financial services organization with 5000 employees handling a major cybersecurity initiative, pressure and uncertainty. “How one healthcare team improved ROI by 45X and revenue by 11X.”37:35 – Final Words & Team Health Assessment“Start small: measure and improve team health."

ESPN, AP, USA Today, NFL Neurosurgeon, Ironman TriathleteIt is not everyday that I get to speak to a renowned neurosurgeon for the NFL. Yes! The National Football League. In addition, long time team neurosurgeon for the Pittsburgh SteelersMarch 4, 2022 The NFL Physicians Society (NFLPS) awarded the Arthur C. Rettig Award for Academic Excellence to Joseph C. Maroon, MD.  Dr. Maroon is a neurosurgeon for the Pittsburgh Steelers for 38 years and recently presented at the NFLPS scientific meeting during the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine. Dr. Maroon is the first Neurosurgeon to receive this award.Joseph C. Maroon, M.D., FACS, is Professor and Vice chairman of the Department of Neurological Surgery and Heindl Scholar in Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is a world-renowned neurosurgeon, health and nutrition expert and Ironman triathlete. He obtained his medical and neurosurgical training at Indiana University, Georgetown University, Oxford University in England and the University of Vermont. He is regarded as a premiere specialist in the surgical treatment of injuries and diseases of the brain and spine, particularly with microscopic and minimally invasive procedures. He had done extensive research into brain tumors, concussions and diseases of the spine that have led to many innovative techniques for diagnosing and treating these disorders. Consistently listed in America's Best Doctors, he has an international referral baseTeam neurosurgeon for the Pittsburgh Steelers since 1981, Dr. Maroon has successfully performed surgery on numerous professional football players and other elite athletes with potentially career-ending neck and spine injuries, safely returning them all to their high level of athletic performance. He serves on the National Football League's Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Committee. Along with Mark Lovell, Ph.D., in the early 1990's, Dr. Maroon co-developed ImPACT™ (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing), the first, most-widely used and most scientifically validated computerized concussion evaluation system. ImPACT is a 20-minute test that has become a world-wide standard tool used in comprehensive clinical management of sports-related concussions for athletes of all ages. Over 3 million athletes have been base-lined with ImPACT™.Dr. Maroon is frequently quoted as an expert source by national media, recently including the New York Times, USA Today, Associated Press, ESPN, Sports Illustrated.© 2025 Building Abundant Success!!2025 All Rights Reserved Join Me on ~ iHeart Radio @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

The Other Side of Yes with Matt McAlister Matt is currently a PhD student in Biomedical Sciences at the Baylor College of Medicine. He studies aging and longevity with the goal of (eventually) extending healthy human lifespan.(nbd) He has two undergraduate degrees, one in philosophy and one in biochemistry, which along with some serious improv chops as a performer, teacher and coach, helps explain what makes this conversation fascinating! We talk about life lessons from improv, including the power of being wrong and agreeing with someone who tells you that you're wrong and the secret to staying young forever! (for reals but you'll have to listen)  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mdmcalister/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt.d.mcalister/ X: https://x.com/mdMcAlister Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.mcalister  We would like to thank our title sponsor for season 6, CoVet. Meet the world's most powerful veterinary AI copilot. CoVet's easy AI scribe writes your records and automates your admin work so you can focus on the things that matter most. Get 15% off your first year with the promo code below. Website: https://www.co.vet Promo details: 15% off first-year annual membership Promo code: co.vet/boston2025 or https://app.co.vet/authorization?campaign=boston2025&signup=true  Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

In 1973, three young lawyers founded Heenan Blaikie in Montreal, which grew to be a prominent Canadian law firm with notable members, including former political leaders. Despite its close-knit atmosphere, the firm faced significant internal issues, leading to its collapse in 2014. Adam Dodek, an impartial observer, examines the firm's rise and fall, highlighting its unique culture alongside underlying problems like workplace bullying, challenges for women and minorities, and sexual harassment. The narrative is contextualized within broader societal changes, including economic shifts and crises. Dodek's thorough investigation serves as an essential read for legal professionals and those interested in the dynamics of corporate failure. Adam Dodek is a professor in the Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa. Among his numerous publications are In Search of the Ethical Lawyer; The Canadian Constitution, Third Edition, named by the Hill Times as one of the top 100 books on Canadian public policy; and Solicitor-Client Privilege, which won the Walter Owen Book Prize. He is a recipient of the Canadian Association of Law Teachers Prize for Academic Excellence, the Mundell Medal for excellence in legal writing, and the Law Society of Ontario's Law Society Medal. He is also a director of the Canadian Association for Legal Ethics and the Canadian Legal Information Institute, and a past governor of the Law Commission of Ontario. Image Credit: UBC Press If you like our work, please consider supporting it: bit.ly/support_WTY. Your support contributes to the Champlain Society's mission of opening new windows to directly explore and experience Canada's past.

Forcing the Plateau with Dr. Ruben Rajah Ruben Rajah is a comedian and doctor who embodies the concept of a global citizenry. Born in Malaysia, educated in Australia, and an American citizen for over 10 years, he is culturally comfortable everywhere and nowhere. Ruben likes to keep his medical career as a radiologist separate from his life as a comedian. We talk about what is involved with keeping your left and right brain from talking to each other and how to work 9 hours a day as a radiologist and still have energy left over to head into Manhattan to hit open mics. It was fun to find a kindred spirit who can't keep the comedian inside of him down! Loved this chat with Dr Ruben Rajah. drrubenrajah.com https://www.facebook.com/DrRubenRajah/ https://www.instagram.com/drrubenrajah/ We would like to thank our title sponsor for season 6, CoVet. Meet the world's most powerful veterinary AI copilot. CoVet's easy AI scribe writes your records and automates your admin work so you can focus on the things that matter most. Get 15% off your first year with the promo code below. Website: https://www.co.vet Promo details: 15% off first-year annual membership Promo code: co.vet/boston2025 or https://app.co.vet/authorization?campaign=boston2025&signup=true  Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

Send us a textIn this episode of Petey Podcast, we sit down with educational leader, Dr. Courtney Griffiths. Courtney began her journey in Elyria as an assistant principal at Elyria High School, the district's largest school, where she quickly established herself as a collaborative and visionary leader. Her commitment to academic excellence and vast experience that included previous leadership at Joint Vocational (Career Center) High School led her to the role of associate principal, where she spearheaded the school's academic initiatives and served as the master planner of student curriculum.Now serving as the Associate Superintendent of Academics for the entire district, she leads a dynamic team focused on boosting student achievement and driving instructional innovation districtwide. Tune in as we chat with Courtney about lessons learned and her vision for academics across all schools in Elyria.It's a great day to be a Pioneer! Thanks for listening. Find Elyria Schools on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube!

S6 -  E5  - Sarah Raps about Naps and CPAPS with Lindsay Scola - Lindsay ScolaIn this episode we talk to sleep expert, author, comedy writer, speaker, advocate, strategist and nap enthusiast, Lindsay Scola! Lindsay is passionate about helping you to get a better sleep. Yes, you. She blends science and storytelling to help ambitious humans rethink their relationship with rest—through keynotes, corporate workshops, online courses, content collaborations, and her weekly newsletter, Rest Assured. She also has a new book out, AI for ADHD – A Practical Guide to Starting (and Actually Finishing) What Matters. Yes we are all very busy and tired but maybe it could be better if we got enough sleep. I hope you enjoy this chat with Lindsay and afterwards we should all go take a nap probably.  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lindsay.scola/  Website https://www.lindsayscola.com  Book https://www.amazon.com/AI-ADHD-Practical-Starting-Finishing-ebook/dp/B0F5T9QKMH Course: Sleep is the Power Movehttps://courses.lindsayscola.com/sleep-is-the-power-move We would like to thank our title sponsor for season 6, CoVet. Meet the world's most powerful veterinary AI copilot. CoVet's easy AI scribe writes your records and automates your admin work so you can focus on the things that matter most. Get 15% off your first year with the promo code below. Website: https://www.co.vet Promo details: 15% off first-year annual membership Promo code: co.vet/boston2025 or https://app.co.vet/authorization?campaign=boston2025&signup=true   Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

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 S6 - E4 - Comedy is the Cure with Dr Ashley PalmerIn this episode of Comedicine, we get to know Dr Ashley Palmer. Ashley is a part-time rural physician in La Ronge, Saskatchewan. When she is not working, she lives in one of Sarah's favourite places. Glorious, underrated, beautiful, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan! This is where Ashley went to medical school. After her family medicine residency, she found stand up comedy. She credits stand up comedy for saving her career as a physician. We get into work-life balance, comedy, human design and psychedelics. It's a blast! Have a listen. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleypalmerhaha/  Check out Ashley's Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/dr-dumbass-and-the-wounded-healer/about  We would like to thank our title sponsor for season 6, CoVet. Meet the world's most powerful veterinary AI copilot. CoVet's easy AI scribe writes your records and automates your admin work so you can focus on the things that matter most. Get 15% off your first year with the promo code below. Website: https://www.co.vet Promo details: 15% off first-year annual membership Promo code: co.vet/boston2025 or https://app.co.vet/authorization?campaign=boston2025&signup=true  Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

Judy has some feedback for you In this episode, we have another certified veterinary practice manager and improv afficianado, Judith Asséo. (But you can call her Judy.) Judy has a life long love of helping animals and people, which has led to a career in veterinary medicine. She is currently the Senior Director of Operations at Western Veterinary Partners. At the same time, she has been an improv performer for over 30 years and performs regularly in San Francisco as part of the Secret Improv Society. How much has improv influenced her career managing people? A lot? Are veterinarians challenging to work with as a group? Maybe. Are veterinary specialists special, but maybe not in a good way? I think we are. I loved meeting Judy and I know you will too. She is like a hot cup of tea on a cold day.  Links https://secretimprov.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/judith-asséo-cvpm-a3aa5613/  We would like to thank our title sponsor for season 6, CoVet. Meet the world's most powerful veterinary AI copilot. CoVet's easy AI scribe writes your records and automates your admin work so you can focus on the things that matter most. Get 15% off your first year with the promo code below. Website: https://www.co.vet Promo details: 15% off first-year annual membership Promo code: co.vet/boston2025 or https://app.co.vet/authorization?campaign=boston2025&signup=true  Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

In her first interview since becoming Principal Director of the Defense Department's Cyber Academic Engagement Office (CAEO), Diba Hadi reflects on her role and vision for the office since stepping into the position in 2024 during the 2025 HammerCON conference in Laurel, Maryland. Hadi shares insights into her day-to-day responsibilities and highlights efforts to strengthen the integration of universities into the Centers of Academic Excellence community. Her goal: to develop cyber talent aligned with the Defense Department's evolving workforce needs. She explores how improved data collection, interagency collaboration and smarter resource allocation can streamline reporting processes and support broader DOD hiring objectives. Hadi also discusses key initiatives, including scholarships, research partnerships and capacity-building grants, that bring together academia, industry and government to build cyber capabilities at their source.

S6 - E2 - Comedy is a Tool for Power with Lynn Harris Lynn Harris is a comedian, journalist, novelist, political activist and story teller who is the founder of GOLD Comedy. Gold Comedy is,the comedy school, professional network, and content studio where women and non-binary folks grow their comedy careers. I know what you are thinking, but is she a doctor? Nope. She is not a health care professional. We broke the rules on this episode because Sarah just really wanted to have her on the show. We are dipping our toes into the world of other professions that do comedy. Lynn is an award-winning journalist and novelist. She is the author of six humorous fiction and non-fiction books, including Death By Chick Lit and Breakup Girl to the Rescue! Her writing on gender, culture, and a range of social issues—has appeared in The New York Times, The New York Times Magazine, Salon, Glamour, national newspapers, magazines, and anthologies. Lynn believes that comedy is a tool for power and she uses it to make change. I loved talking to her!!  Links https://www.instagram.com/goldcomedy/  https://goldcomedy.com/about/  https://club.goldcomedy.com/plans/1525590?bundle_token=7213764b89e915cad53f939cd2d57025&utm_source=manual  We would like to thank our title sponsor for season 6, CoVet. Meet the world's most powerful veterinary AI copilot. CoVet's easy AI scribe writes your records and automates your admin work so you can focus on the things that matter most. Get 15% off your first year with the promo code below. Website: https://www.co.vet Promo details: 15% off first-year annual membership Promo code: co.vet/boston2025 or https://app.co.vet/authorization?campaign=boston2025&signup=true    https://club.goldcomedy.com Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

Dr. Selwyn Ellis, the Bosley Whitmore Endowed Professor and head of the Department of Computer Information Systems at Louisiana Tech University, engages in a profound conversation with hosts Craig Van Slyke and Thomas Stafford regarding the establishment and maintenance of cybersecurity research and education programs that adhere to national standards. The dialogue reveals the multifaceted nature of achieving designation as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security, thus highlighting the rigorous accreditation processes that validate the quality of education delivered. Dr. Ellis elaborates on the collaborative efforts required across various departments within the university, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to cybersecurity education that encompasses not only technical skills but also behavioral aspects essential for understanding the human factors influencing security practices. The discussion further explores the curriculum offered by the Louisiana Tech Center for Information Assurance, which includes essential courses such as disaster recovery, risk analysis, and principles of information assurance. These programs are designed to prepare students comprehensively for careers in cybersecurity, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the growing complexities of the cyber threat landscape. Dr. Ellis notes that graduates from these programs are well-positioned for employment across diverse sectors, underscoring the value of a rigorous academic foundation in enhancing their career prospects. The episode also touches upon the significance of research in cybersecurity, as Dr. Ellis and the hosts discuss the role of faculty in guiding students toward impactful research endeavors that contribute to the field's advancement. As the conversation progresses, the implications of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) on cybersecurity education come to the forefront. Dr. Ellis articulates the need for educational institutions to adapt their curricula to incorporate AI-driven methodologies, preparing students to navigate both the opportunities and challenges presented by these advancements. The dialogue culminates in a call to action for industry partners to engage with educational institutions, fostering collaboration that enriches the learning experience and ensures a robust pipeline of skilled cybersecurity professionals ready to meet the demands of an evolving landscape. This episode encapsulates the essence of proactive engagement between academia and industry, reinforcing the critical role that well-structured educational programs play in shaping the future of cybersecurity.Takeaways: The Cyberways podcast aims to translate academic knowledge into practical applications for security professionals, addressing the crucial need for accessible cybersecurity education. Dr. Selwyn Ellis, our esteemed guest, has extensive experience in establishing cybersecurity research centers certified by the US Government, showcasing his expertise in this critical field. Louisiana Tech University uniquely holds dual certifications as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense and Research, reflecting the institution's commitment to rigorous cybersecurity education and research. The importance of continuous certification and rigorous program reviews every five years ensures that our cybersecurity curriculum meets national standards set by the NSA and Homeland Security. Our graduates possess a competitive advantage in the job market due to their comprehensive training and knowledge in cybersecurity, making them attractive to employers in various industries. The evolving landscape of cybersecurity education is increasingly influenced by advancements in artificial intelligence, which presents both challenges and...

The Power of “I Hear You” with Drew Merit Andrew (Drew) Merit is a lot of things! He is a therapist, executive director, improviser, illustrator, musican, coach and graphic facilitator. He is currently completing his MA and he is an intern therapist at the Community Institute for Psychotherapy in San Rafael and he is the executive director if Improv Marin, where he teaches and performs improv and has developed specialized programs that bring improv to seniors and to mental health and rehabilitation treatment centres. Drew coaches improv with a tools based, rather than a rules based approach, which Sarah finds SO COOL!! We have a great chat about how these two seemingly different worlds collide and also how sometimes they don't. I loved this chat with Drew!! Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

Ryan R. Holston is Professor and holder of the Jonathan Myrick Daniels '61 Chair for Academic Excellence at Virginia Military Institute. In this episode we discuss his paper We Are All Victor Frankenstein: Our Romantic Dream of Artificial IntelligencePaper link: https://voegelinview.com/we-are-all-victor-frankenstein/Second paper: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10457097.2023.2196223#abstractBecome part of the Hermitix community:Hermitix Twitter - ⁠⁠ / hermitixpodcast⁠⁠ Hermitix Discord - ⁠⁠ / discord Support Hermitix:Hermitix Subscription - ⁠⁠https://hermitix.net/subscribe/⁠⁠ Patreon - ⁠⁠ www.patreon.com/hermitix⁠⁠ Donations: - ⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod⁠⁠Hermitix Merchandise - ⁠⁠http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2⁠⁠Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLKEthereum Donation Address: 0xfd2bbe86d6070004b9Cbf682aB2F25170046A996

Another season of Comedicine has come to a close! I want to sincerely thank all of our wonderful guests from season 5. It is wonderful to have you as part of our Comedicine community! As is now our tradition, this is just a tiny episode-let, a mini-epi, with a compilation of our guests' invitations, pleas, requests and demands to Ken Jeong to be a guest on Comedicine. And yes, I know this is a long shot, but now it's a bit, and I have to commit to it. Right now it's win-win, either Ken agrees to be a guest (win!) or I can keep doing this bit (small win, but still a win!). Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Season 6 is coming soon and it's fab!Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

Under the Biden administration, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Solar For All program aimed to improve access to clean energy and solar programs. Now, under the Trump Administration, local advocates and business leaders say $7 billion, embarked for organizations nationwide, was temporarily withheld. Diamond Spratling, the founder and executive director of Girl Plus Environment, and Tonya Hicks, the president and CEO of Power Solutions, share why they feel it’s important for communities to have this investment and what access to clean energy could mean for communities in Georgia. We continue with WABE’s “Server South” series. State officials are now grappling with questions about tax incentives, and data centers’ usage of water and energy. We air WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali’s latest report. For “Closer Look’s” Class of 2025 graduation series, we hear from Gwendolyn Campbell. She’s the valedictorian for the Class of 2025 at Morris Brown College. Campbell talks about her academic journey, juggling family responsibilities, overcoming health challenges and her aspirations to go to law school and provide legal help to youth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What an inspiring episode!Thank you to the leaders of Melanin Day School Academy for joining us on Full Circle. Their commitment to nurturing culturally rooted, academically strong learners is a blueprint for transformative change in our communities.From immersive learning to honoring every stage of life, theirvision of Black families healing and thriving together is powerful and necessary. We were even treated to a performance by the Melanin Scholars; you've got to hear it family!Like, share, comment and FOLLOW the show so that you never miss an episode. Find out how your family can participate, volunteeropportunities or support and learn more at melanindayschoolacademy.org.

Liz Allen Buries the Lede  Our season 5 closer is a real treat! We have an incredible guest, Liz Allen, improv performer, director, coach, teacher and guru Liz Allen. Liz has performed and coached improv for 32 years! She works primarily out of iO in Chicago, (This is a big deal people!) but she has performed and coached improv all over the world, notably at the Edinburgh Fringe and, oh, by the way, she coached The Commune, the improv ensemble in Mike Birbiglia's 2016 feature film Don't Think Twice, NBD. (This actually blows Sarah's mind as Mike Birbiglia is her fave comedian.) Recently, Liz has been delving into solo show writing and performance, she recently performed her first solo show, Tonight I Am My Mother, and is completing her next solo show, There Were Signs, about her years in Las Vegas with her husband and their offspring. This is how Sarah met Liz, on an online solo show class with The Barrow Group, which is one good thing we can say about the pandemic. Okay, she sounds amazing, but how does she end up as a guest on Comedicine? Well, before discovering improv, Liz was a mechanical engineer! What? She worked for fifteen years as a consulting engineer and pharmaceutical technical writer. One night, on a lark, she joined some friends seeing a show at The Second City in downtown Chicago…and Liz got bit by improv. Do engineering and improv mesh? You be the judge!  www.lizallenimprov.com lizallenimprov@comcast.net www.tonightiammymother.com  Thank you to our season 5 title sponsor, Scribenote! Scribenote is an AI-powered veterinary scribe that saves you hours of record-keeping every day, boosts clinic efficiency, and helps you leave work on time.  Promo code: COMEDICINE15 for 15% off Scribenote for 1 year Link: https://app.scribenote.com/auth/register?referralCode=Comedicine-Bonus (use this link to double the regular free trial usage!)Thanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

In this episode, Laura  hosts an alumni panel of Black Woman Leading alums from the Early Career and Mid-Career Programs (Alexys Anderson, Shelby Norman, and SherAaron Hurt) to discuss our season's theme of Driving the Narrative of Your Career. Emphasizing the importance of setting a personal vision and advocating for oneself while balancing heart work and head work along the career growth journey, they  explore the significance of mentorship, the challenges of navigating identity, and the importance of community support.  The discussion highlights how embracing intersectionality and self-affirmation can empower Black women to take charge of their career narratives and pursue their professional visions with confidence. In this conversation, our program alums discuss the importance of intentionality in actions, the power of dreaming big, navigating fear and doubt, and the significance of self-advocacy. They also share their personal experiences and insights gained from the Black Woman Leading programs.  The discussion also highlights transformative moments in their leadership journeys, encouraging listeners to embrace discomfort and give themselves grace in their career paths   Guest Bios: ::Alexys Anderson Alexys Anderson is a Higher Education professional with a passion for supporting students on their journeys to and through graduation. Her professional roles have encompassed student success strategies, leadership development, and student retention.She received her Bachelor's in Psychology from Salisbury University and Master's degree in College Student Affairs from Rutgers University.  Connect with Alexys LinkedIn.   ::SherAaron Hurt SherAaron Hurt is a visionary leader in data science education and inclusive community building. As the Director of Workshops and Training for The Carpentries, she oversees global workshop strategy and leads instructor and trainer development, certification, and community engagement. With a background in Business Administration, Marketing, and Hospitality Management, SherAaron brings a service-first approach to advancing equitable, high-impact learning experiences around the world. She supports thousands of instructors and trainers across the globe, creating sustainable engagement and championing inclusive education through thoughtful programming and strategic leadership. She shares her insights on inclusive pedagogy, equitable access, and community-led learning at national and international conferences. Known for her warmth, intentionality, and authenticity, she builds lasting relationships and inspires teams to thrive. Outside of her professional pursuits, SherAaron is a luxury travel enthusiast, fur-mom to her Shih Tzu  Oreo, and a certified fitness instructor affectionately known in gym circles as HypeChicSher. She teaches high-energy Cardio Kickboxing and proudly serves as a Brand Ambassador for Orangetheory Fitness.  Her experience in the Black Women Leading (BWL) community helped spark her pursuit of a deeper calling—combining her passions for faith, flying, and fitness. Through her work and her workouts, SherAaron hopes to inspire others to elevate—one learner, one leader, and one lunge at a time. Connect with SherAaron on LinkedIn and Instagram @sherfitlife   ::Shelby Norman Shelby Norman (she/her/hers) serves as the Associate Director of Professional Development & Outreach for the Office of Academic Excellence and Opportunity. Raised in Atlanta, Georgia, she has always been immersed in diverse expressions of southern culture and community. Shelby is an alumna of The University of Alabama, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with a concentration in Political Theory, and Master of Arts degree in Women's Studies with a research concentration in Critical Gender and Race Theories. As the Associate Director of Professional Development and Outreach, Shelby leads the strategic development and implementation of new professional development opportunities and initiatives for faculty and staff. Shelby also develops and enhances collaborative partnerships across university departments and promotes her office as a consultative resource to support all Tulanians reach their full potential. Shelby's diverse experiences in higher education span across student and academic affairs in small and large state institutions, as well as private. Shelby has a strong history with mentorship and leadership initiatives, especially those rooted in diversity, equity and inclusion practices. Shelby is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Tri Iota Honors Society ,Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society, Order of Omega Honor Society and The XXXI Women's Honor Society. Connect with Shelby on LinkedIn and Instagram   Resources: Event: Join us for the 2025 Black Woman Leading LIVE! Conference +Retreat, May 27-30, 2025 in Virginia Beach! Learn more at bwlretreat.com Full podcast episodes are now on Youtube.  Subscribe to the BWL channel today!   Credits: Learn about all Black Woman Leading® programs, resources, and events at www.blackwomanleading.com Learn more about our consulting work with organizations at https://knightsconsultinggroup.com/ Email Laura: info@knightsconsultinggroup.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn Follow BWL on LinkedIn Instagram: @blackwomanleading Facebook: @blackwomanleading Youtube: @blackwomanleading  Podcast Music & Production: Marshall Knights  Graphics: Téa Campbell Listen and follow the podcast on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher iHeartRadio Audible Podbay

GDP Script/ Top Stories for April 24th Publish Date: April 24th From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Thursday, April 24th and Happy birthday to Al Pacino ***04.24.25 - BIRTHDAY – AL PACINO*** I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. Caribou Coffee Adding Locations in Lawrenceville and Snellville Norcross breaks ground on new Public Safety Building Gwinnett Technical College Earns Prestigious Cybersecurity Redesignation Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on giving community talks All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG STORY 1: Caribou Coffee Adding Locations in Lawrenceville and Snellville Caribou Coffee is expanding in Georgia with eight new locations, including Gwinnett County, set to open by summer 2025. The Minnesota-based coffee chain, known for handcrafted beverages and food, currently operates nine Georgia stores, which have performed well. New locations include Griffin, Athens, Woodstock, Smyrna, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Augusta, and Covington. This growth follows four Georgia openings in 2024 and reflects Caribou’s focus on community impact, job creation, and local economic contributions. For details, visit cariboucoffee.com. STORY 2: Norcross breaks ground on new Public Safety Building Norcross is addressing its growing police department's space issues with a $22.7 million Public Safety Building, set to open in September 2026. The 40,000-square-foot facility will house the police department, municipal court, and community spaces, consolidating staff currently spread across multiple locations. Designed for future growth, it will include a multipurpose room for community events and potential features like a real-time crime center. With Norcross’ population doubling since 2011, the new building aims to improve morale, efficiency, and community trust while accommodating the city’s expanding needs. STORY 3: Gwinnett Technical College Earns Prestigious Cybersecurity Redesignation Gwinnett Technical College has been redesignated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the NSA and DHS through 2030. This recognition highlights the college’s advanced cybersecurity program, which prepares students for careers in the private, public, and government sectors, including roles with the DoD, NSA, and CIA. Students master 15 core competencies, such as cryptography and cyber defense, and are prepared for industry certifications. President Dr. D. Glen Cannon emphasized the program’s prestige and its role in producing workforce-ready graduates. The associate degree can be completed in two years or less. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: STORY 4: David Still to deliver Georgia Gwinnett College's commencement address Lawrenceville Mayor David Still will deliver the commencement address at Georgia Gwinnett College’s spring 2025 graduation on May 10. The ceremonies, held at the campus Convocation Center, will take place at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Still, a Lawrenceville native and University of Georgia graduate, is in his second term as mayor and a former co-owner of the *Daily Post*. He expressed excitement about celebrating this milestone with graduates, emphasizing reflection and future possibilities. STORY 5: Buford Nonprofit Leader Honored As A 7 Brew Hero 7 Brew recognized Stephanie Brown, CEO of Buford-based FÜN Club, as its March Hero for her dedication to creating a safe, inclusive space for adults with special needs. FÜN Club offers life skills, recreation, and community service opportunities for individuals who age out of the school system. To honor her work, 7 Brew hosted a donation day at its Buford location, raising funds for FÜN Club. Brown also received $500, free 7 Brew drinks for a year, and is eligible for the Hero of the Year award. Break 3: And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on giving community talks *** INGLES ASK LEAH (COMMUNITY TALKS)_FINAL*** We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: Ingles Markets 8 Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. 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In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow is joined by David Hoyt, Executive Director of School Board for Academic Excellence, to announce the launch of IowaReportCard.org, a powerful new data transparency tool built to assess the performance and spending of public schools across Iowa.Chris and David walk through how the report card platform gives parents, taxpayers, and school board members the information they need to make informed decisions about student outcomes, district spending, graduation rates, literacy scores, ACT results, and instructional vs. non-instructional expenses. Built on the successful model of ITR Local, this new tool aims to make school-level accountability just as accessible and visual as city and county budget transparency.They explore how districts vary—rural vs. suburban, high-growth vs. high-need—and why having a common, accessible data platform allows users to compare apples to apples across the state. Hoyt explains that this may be the most user-friendly and comprehensive school performance tool in the nation, noting its usefulness for school board candidates, current officials, and any citizen looking to improve education outcomes without blindly increasing spending.The episode also addresses common education myths—like the assumption that more spending guarantees better results—and reveals real Iowa examples where high performance comes from tight, efficient budgets. The conversation ends with a discussion on future education reforms, including the Science of Reading, and the need for public schools to adopt best practices from charter and ESA-participating schools.

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1010: Head Writer Chris Reeves joins the show to not talk about tariiffs. Instead, we talk about stage names and the impact that dealers are making in their communities.What started as a press release a year ago is now a tangible symbol of community investment. The Scott Bieler Center for Academic Excellence is officially open, offering Villa Maria College students a place to connect, learn, and succeed.Bieler's West Herr leadership mindset helped drive the project from vision to reality.The new center reflects a commitment to education and the broader Buffalo community.Behind-the-scenes collaboration and daily effort made it happen.It's a reminder that the skills we use in retail—planning, teamwork, and follow-through—can transform lives outside the showroom.Join hosts Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/