Podcasts about Boise State University

This year's college graduates are stepping into a tough job market, with recession rumors, AI-filtered interviews, and plenty of listings but few callbacks. So how are graduates feeling right now? Boise State University graduate Giselle Vega joins host Lindsay Van Allen to explain how she is navigating her job hunt, and why she's looking for work in other states. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We here The Way Out Podcast are deeply committed to supporting and advocating for research that advances and improves treatment for substance use disorders and mental illness. That's why we've teamed up with Boise State University's Crossing the Boise Brain Bridge for a special three-episode mini-series, hosted by Charles, Mel, and Ashley. Together, we'll explore how rehabilitation—rather than punishment—may offer a more effective path for individuals navigating both traumatic brain injuries and addiction so listen up.Episode Summary:The Neural Navigators podcast explores the intersection of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and addiction, emphasizing the need for rehabilitation over punishment. The discussion highlights the complexities of TBI, its symptoms, and the often-overlooked link to substance use disorders. Experts advocate for a compassionate, interdisciplinary approach to treatment, addressing the stigma surrounding these issues and the importance of understanding the dynamic nature of the brain.Takeaways:Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have long-term effects on behavior and cognition.There is a significant link between TBI and substance use disorders.Many TBIs go undiagnosed, especially in underserved populations.Rehabilitation requires an interdisciplinary approach to be effective.Emotional dysregulation is a common symptom of TBI.Access to quality healthcare is often limited for marginalized groups.The brain's dynamic nature means recovery is possible with proper support.Stigma surrounding TBI and addiction can hinder treatment efforts.Compassionate care is essential for individuals with TBI and addiction.(c) 2015 - 2025 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)by Ketsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensed under CCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

We here The Way Out Podcast are deeply committed to supporting and advocating for research that advances and improves treatment for substance use disorders and mental illness. That's why we've teamed up with Boise State University's Crossing the Boise Brain Bridge for a special three-episode mini-series, hosted by Charles, Mel, and Ashley. Together, we'll explore how rehabilitation—rather than punishment—may offer a more effective path for individuals navigating both traumatic brain injuries and addiction so listen up.Episode Summary:This episode of the Neuro Navigator Series delves into the complex relationship between traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and addiction, exploring how rehabilitation can be a more effective solution than punishment. The conversation highlights the role of law enforcement in addressing these issues, the importance of compassionate care, and the successes and challenges of diversion programs. It emphasizes the need for community involvement and innovative approaches in crisis management, while also reflecting on the progress made in mental health and addiction treatment.Takeaways:The intersection of TBI and addiction often leads to punitive measures rather than compassionate care.Law enforcement faces the challenge of balancing justice with the need for treatment.Diversion programs can provide alternatives to incarceration for individuals with substance use disorders.Community involvement is crucial in supporting individuals struggling with addiction and mental health issues.Innovative approaches, such as pairing officers with mental health clinicians, can improve crisis management.Compassionate care can significantly impact the outcomes for individuals in crisis.The complexity of addiction requires multifaceted solutions and community support.Success stories from diversion programs highlight the potential for recovery.Mental health crises are increasingly becoming a primary focus for law enforcement.Continued advocacy for better treatment options is essential for addressing addiction and TBI.(c) 2015 - 2025 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)by Ketsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensed under CCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

We here The Way Out Podcast are deeply committed to supporting and advocating for research that advances and improves treatment for substance use disorders and mental illness. That's why we've teamed up with Boise State University's Crossing the Boise Brain Bridge for a special three-episode mini-series, hosted by Charles, Mel, and Ashley. Together, we'll explore how rehabilitation—rather than punishment—may offer a more effective path for individuals navigating both traumatic brain injuries and addiction so listen up.Episode Summary:The Neural Navigators Podcast explores the intersection of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and substance use disorders (SUD), emphasizing the need for compassionate care and rehabilitation over punitive measures. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by individuals with TBI and SUD in accessing treatment, the impact of stigma, and the importance of tailored strategies to support their recovery. Experts advocate for policy changes that prioritize understanding and compassion, as well as providing guidance for future healthcare professionals working with this population.Takeaways:Rehabilitation is often more effective than punishment for TBI and SUD.Individuals with TBI face unique challenges in accessing care.Stigma can significantly hinder treatment access and recovery.Compassionate care strategies are essential for success.Awareness of TBI symptoms is crucial for effective treatment.Policy changes are needed to support individuals with TBI and SUD.Listening to clients' needs is fundamental in care.Healthcare professionals should avoid assumptions about clients' experiences.Teaching daily living skills is vital for recovery.Building rapport with clients enhances treatment outcomes.(c) 2015 - 2025 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)by Ketsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensed under CCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

Local elections have the lowest voter turnouts, but some of the biggest impacts on your property taxes and the services your community receives. This week, Kevin Richert of Idaho Education News and Drs. Stephanie Witt and Jaclyn Kettler of Boise State University's School of Public Service join the show to discuss Tuesday's local elections. Plus, progress on the Trump administration's budget bill.

In this episode of Dance Studio 411, host Jill Tirone sits down with Dotty Hancock, owner of Dance Arts Academy in Idaho. Dottie shares her 24-year journey of building a thriving studio while balancing family, health challenges, and a major studio relocation. From starting at age 21 to navigating cancer and COVID simultaneously, Dottie opens up about what it truly takes to lead with resilience. This episode is a must-listen for studio owners facing burnout or seeking renewed inspiration and leadership clarity. Key Takeaways Start Before You're Ready: Dotty bought her studio at 21 with no business plan—courage often beats perfection. Real Life Happens. Lead Anyway: From NICU stays to cancer, Dotty shows that resilience in life fuels strong leadership. Culture Comes First: A thriving studio starts with being intentional about your values and the team you build. Community Prevents Burnout: Surrounding yourself with like-minded peers, both inside and outside the dance world, keeps you inspired and supported. Profit Isn't a Bad Word: Making money matters. Studio owners deserve to be financially strong and sustainable. Episode Timestamps [00:28] – Introduction to Dotty Hancock and the theme of setbacks and leadership [02:06] – Dotty's fearless leap into ownership at 21 [04:11] – Navigating the birth of a micro-preemie and a studio move simultaneously [06:54] – The power of intentional culture and building a trustworthy team [09:07] – Marketing to a new neighborhood and understanding student demographics [10:30] – Burnout and how Dotty protects her energy [11:21] – The importance of diverse business circles and “entrepreneurial therapy” [15:08] – Dotty's passion for financial coaching for studio owners [18:08] – Words of encouragement for busy, burned-out owners [20:15] – Final inspiration and reminder of community and support   Links Mentioned in this Episode... Energize Conference and Expo: https://www.energizeconference.com/ Dance Studio Owner: https://www.dancestudioowner.com/public/joinnow.cfm   About Our Guest: Dotty Hancock is a dedicated dance educator with a passion for inspiring others through the art of dance and the business of education. She thrives on sharing her extensive knowledge and experience with like-minded professionals in the industry. A lifelong learner, Dotty continually expands her expertise by attending national dance teacher and studio owner conventions and conferences. She is deeply committed to developing innovative ways to engage her students and ignite their passion for dance. Dotty holds a bachelor's degree in Communication from Boise State University (2001). In the same year, she became the proud owner of Dance Arts Academy, where she has since created countless memorable experiences for her students, including taking performance groups to Disneyland and Disney World. While Dotty enjoys working with dancers of all ages, she specializes in early childhood dance education, fostering a love of movement in her youngest students. An active member of the Boise Dance Teacher's Association, Dotty has served in multiple leadership roles, including Secretary, Treasurer, and President. She is also a licensed Zumbini instructor and a certified Rhythm Works Integrative Dance Instructor, further enhancing her ability to connect with diverse student needs. Dotty's expertise and passion for dance education have been recognized on an international level. Most recently, she was honored to be a guest speaker at The Studio Boardroom retreat, where she shared her insights with studio owners and educators from all over Australia. Rate, Review & Subscribe! If you loved this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review. Your feedback helps us continue to bring valuable content to the dance community! Running a dance studio is hard work, and growing your studio is even more of a challenge. No matter if you're just starting out—or perhaps you're a well-established owner; we understand that it's a uniquely demanding and personal business to own and operate. Be more effective and productive.  As studio owners ourselves, we've been there. But, it's also very possible to be a happy owner of a thriving dance business that you love. Learn More About Membership: https://www.dancestudioowner.com/  Join us at the Energize Conference this August! Connect with other studio owners, gain access to resources and tools, and walk away feeling refreshed for the upcoming season. Learn more at energizeconference.com.

Exotic annual grasses, or EAGs, are invasive species. They outcompete native grasses. They are extremely flammable. And they are expanding into higher elevations. Targeted sheep grazing is one way to combat these invasive grasses, manage fire risk, and help restore native sagebrush in western states.The EROS team releases weekly EAG maps during the peak green-up in late April to early June, along with annual phenology maps to show the seasonal timing of the green-up. Dr. Kelly Hopping at Boise State University is using these maps to see whether targeted sheep grazing can help manage EAGs. The maps help researchers work with sheep producers to know when is the best time to move the sheep into those areas so their grazing can do the most good. The sheep then, as a part of the team solving the problem of invasive grasses, get to eat in the field when they might not otherwise have grazing available. Learn more in this episode of Eyes on Earth.

Salt & Light Catholic Radio congratulates Rose Fulford from Holy Apostles as our latest Carlo Acutis Distinguished Graduate Award winner. Rose is a senior at Bishop Kelly and plans to attend Boise State University this fall, studying Elementary Education to someday become a teacher.

Marcia Franklin talks with Idaho filmmaker Michael Hoffman about the inspiration for his movies, including Promised Land, One Fine Day, A Midsummer's Night Dream, and Restoration, which won two Academy Awards. The two also discuss his work with the Idaho Shakespeare Festival, which he co-founded, and how growing up in Idaho and going to Boise State University influenced his work. Originally aired: 03/11/1999

Mike Walsh is the Senior Director of NIL Partnerships and Strategy at ONIT Athlete, a leading company reshaping the NIL landscape through innovative partnerships and collectible trading cards. Mike brings a wealth of experience, having spent over a decade in collegiate athletics, notably at Boise State, where he was instrumental in building one of the nation's most successful NIL programs. Mike's journey into sports began with a passion for journalism, evolving into leadership roles across sports information, media relations, and strategic communications at institutions like Washington State, University of Idaho, and Boise State. Mike has a bachelor's degree in communication and journalism from Washington State University and a master's degree in education, curriculum, and instruction from Boise State University.

As part of the events in 2016 surrounding the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death, Dialogue host Marcia Franklin talks with Professor Eric Rasmussen of the University of Nevada, Reno. Rasmussen, the chair of the English department at UNR, is a pre-eminent Shakespeare scholar and an expert on the First Folio, which was published in 1623 and includes almost all of the Bard of Avon's plays. Rasmussen, also the author of a 1000-page catalog called The Shakespeare First Folio, worked with a team to locate 232 surviving copies of the First Folio, 72 more than were originally thought to exist. An estimated 800 were originally printed. There are now 235 known copies. The group went on to painstakingly document the condition of every page of as many copies as it could examine. Rasmussen is also the author of The Shakespeare Thefts: In Search of the First Folios, in which he includes some of the more colorful stories surrounding the various copies of the 900-plus page book, both ones that have been found and those that are still missing. Franklin talks with the professor about his interest in the First Folio, how he authenticates the new copies he finds, some of the unique aspects of the books, what he's learned studying them, and what he thinks about the various authorship theories regarding Shakespeare's works. The interview took place at the Humanities Institute at Boise State University, one of 52 locations in the United States chosen by the Folger Shakespeare Library to display the First Folio in 2016. Originally Aired: 09/09/2016

As anticipation builds for the RSAC Conference 2025, ISACA leaders Mary Carmichael and Dooshima Dabo'Adzuana join Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli to preview what the global technology and cybersecurity association has in store for attendees this year. With a focus on expanding community, AI governance, and professional development, their conversation reveals how ISACA is showing up with both timely insights and tangible resources.Mary Carmichael, President of ISACA's Vancouver Chapter and a CPA focused on cybersecurity risk and governance, highlights the session she's co-presenting with Dooshima Dabo'Adzuana: Third-Party AI: What Are You Really Buying? Their talk will explore the increasing complexity of evaluating AI solutions procured from vendors—especially those embedding large language models. Topics include due diligence during procurement, monitoring post-deployment, and assessing whether vendor practices align with internal risk and privacy requirements.Dooshima Dabo'Adzuana, a researcher at Boise State University and leader from ISACA's Abuja Chapter, shares how ISACA members across regions are grappling with similar questions: What does AI mean for my organization? What risks do third-party integrations introduce? She emphasizes the importance of frameworks and educational tools—resources that ISACA is making readily available at their booth (South Expo #2268) and through new certification tracks in AI audit and security.Alongside the AI focus, visitors to the booth can explore results from ISACA's Quantum Pulse Poll and access guidance on encryption readiness for a post-quantum future. The booth will also feature a selfie station and serve as a meeting point for the diverse ISACA community, with members from over 220 chapters worldwide.The conversation rounds out with a critical discussion on cybersecurity career development. Both Mary and Dooshima share personal stories of transitioning into the field—Mary from accounting, Dooshima from insurance—and call for broader recognition of transferable skills. They point to global tools, such as career pathway frameworks supported by ISACA and the UK Cyber Security Council, as essential for addressing the persistent workforce gap.This episode offers a preview of how ISACA is connecting global conversations on AI, quantum, and professional development—making RSAC Conference 2025 not just a tech showcase, but a community gathering rooted in learning and action.Stop by booth 2268 in the South Expo to explore how ISACA are equipping professionals with practical tools for AI governance, quantum readiness, and cybersecurity career growth—and how your organization can benefit from a stronger, more connected community.Learn more about ISACA: https://itspm.ag/isaca-96808Guests:Mary Carmichael, President of ISACA's Vancouver Chapter | https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmichaelmary/Dooshima Dabo'Adzuana, a researcher at Boise State University and leader from ISACA's Abuja Chapter | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dooshima-dabo-adzuana/ResourcesMary and Dooshima's session at RSA Conference: https://path.rsaconference.com/flow/rsac/us25/FullAgenda/page/catalog/session/1737642290064001tqyqLearn more about ISACA's AI resources: https://www.isaca.org/resources/artificial-intelligenceLearn more about ISACA's credentials: https://www.isaca.org/credentialingLearn more and catch more stories from ISACA: https://www.itspmagazine.com/directory/isacaLearn more and catch more stories from RSA Conference 2025 coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/rsa-conference-usa-2025-rsac-san-francisco-usa-cybersecurity-event-infosec-conference-coverage______________________Keywords: ai, quantum, cybersecurity, risk, governance, audit, certification, encryption, rsa, rsac, third-party, compliance, career, skills, education, community, brand story, brand marketing, marketing podcast, brand story podcast______________________Catch all of our event coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/technology-and-cybersecurity-conference-coverageWant to tell your Brand Story Briefing as part of our event coverage? Learn More

The session is over. Time to talk about what passed, what didn't, and the lawsuits already underway. This week, professor Geoffrey Heeren with the University of Idaho College of Law discusses questions around an Idaho immigration bill, as well as the revocation of visas for international college students. Then, Kevin Richert of Idaho Education News and Dr. Jaclyn Kettler of Boise State University's School of Public Service discuss the end of the 2025 legislative session, and what might be next.

"Mistakes are not fatal, but don't keep them to yourself.”Mike MakrisAbout our Guests:Originally from Washington, Duncan Robertson has spent the past six years honing his marketing and public relations expertise and now brings those skills to the design industry. After earning a Communication degree with a business emphasis from Boise State University, he dove straight into his career, channeling his versatile communication background to connect with diverse audiences. Duncan's passion and creativity in marketing and PR continue to shine, fulfilling his early aspirations in this dynamic field. Go Broncos!Mike Makris is an engineer who has spent nearly a decade at the heart of the AEC industry, driven by a desire to act as a change agent within both his organization and the field at large. He focuses on employee development, innovative fee billing structures, and forward-thinking marketing strategies that keep the industry ahead of the curve. Revered for his efforts to foster productive conversations and elevate professional standards, Mike takes pride in contributing to these ever-evolving discussions.Episode Summary:In this episode of The Zweig Letter Podcast, host Randy Wilburn teams up with Luke Carothers to spotlight two of the AEC industry's brightest emerging professionals: Mike Makris and Duncan Robertson, both recognized with the Rising Stars Award from Zweig Group. From engineering and land development to marketing and business growth, Mike and Duncan share real-life perspectives on innovation, leadership, and the career impact of earning such a notable distinction. If you're looking to strengthen your firm's approach to talent development—or seeking first-hand insight into accelerating your own career—this discussion provides practical strategies and lessons learned from two award-winning paths. Join us to discover how these rising talents are shaping the future of the AEC industry and what it means for your own professional journey.Key Takeaways:Mentorship is Essential: Establish genuine mentorship relationships within firms to support and guide young professionals.Embrace Diverse Roles: Successful AEC firms recognize the value of both technical and non-technical roles in achieving growth.Navigate Imposter Syndrome: Open communication and strong leadership support help new entrants overcome self-doubt.Innovate Beyond Conventional Paths: Encourage flexibility and exploration in career choices within the AEC industry to fulfill personal and organizational goals.All this and more in this episode of the Zweig Letter podcast.Links referenced in this episode:Mike Makris on LinkedInDuncan Robertson on LinkedInLuke Carothers on LinkedInRandy Wilburn on LInkedInBHC WebsiteTamarack Grove EngineeringGet your

Travis Wilson is a Native of Wichita Falls, Texas and has lived in various other states to include Alaska and Oregon. In 1993 Travis Graduated from East Anchorage High. He attended Wentworth Military Academy for one year before deciding to enter the Army in 1995. In 2001 Travis left the Army to attend Boise State University and study Exercise Science. In 2003 He reentered the Army to attend the Special Forces Qualification Course. At the end of 2005 Travis Graduated the Q course and was stationed at Fort Carson's 10th Special Forces Group.

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My guest today is Tami Reed. Tami Reed is a mom to two incredible teenage boys, wife to a man who has loved her through all of her growth, and a guardian to three fur babies that have stolen the heart of their home. She is an Idaho native who grew up in a small farming community, called Cambridge. Growing up, she was 1 of 4 girls and “the boy” of the group, yet very shy, sensitive and intuitive. She often felt like she didn't 'belong'. Life felt awkward and at just 14 years of age she was gifted with her first awakening moment, which afforded itself as the beginning of her spiritual journey within. She is a 2002 Biology graduate from Boise State University. In 2004 after her first son was born, she created a successful Home Decor business. For many years she traveled the northwest setting up boutiques at art shows. After her career as a traveling professional artist was forced to an end in 2020, she found herself in another pivotal moment. This experience was another catalyst along her spiritual journey where she found new gifts emerge within herself. Today, through the gift of Quantum Human Design™ and The Harken Method™, she shows others how uniquely different they were designed to BE. She helps people understand their own energy and gifts as well as how to cleanse and clear their bio-fields. In this episode we discuss quantum human design, energy work, intuition and self-acceptance.Website - http://www.mylovelydesign.com/IG - www.instagram.com/_mylovelydesign_FB - www.facebook.com/tami.r.reedIn this episode you will learn:1. Some daily practices for maintaining energy alignment.2. Practical advice for stepping into your highest potential.3. The role that human design plays in self-discovery and alignment. “What if just you being here is someone's else's purpose? I think that we all play a role in other people's reality. So what if your purpose is just to experience life?.” - 00:08:04“I believe spiritual awakening is really awakening yourself within." 00:27:18“You came here to be this once in a lifetime cosmic event individual. So lean in to who you are.” 00:56:48

Ralph May, Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of SW Idaho, stops by Morning Light with an update on the Subaru raffle and shares stories of the "alternative spring break" with students from Boise State University.

Rexx Life Raj is a visionary rapper from Berkeley who is critically acclaimed for his smooth melodies and introspective lyrics. After graduating from Boise State University on a football scholarship, Raj returned to the Bay and decided to pursue music to the fullest. It didn't take long for him to breakthrough as an artist due to his undeniable talent and consistent workflow. Since then he has toured the world and continued to make meaningful music, including his landmark project "The Blue Hour" that helped him process the grief of losing both his parents in 2021. --For promo opportunities on the podcast, e-mail: info@historyofthebay.com--History of the Bay Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3ZUM4rCv6xfNbvB4r8TVWU?si=9218659b5f4b43aaOnline Store: https://dregsone.myshopify.com Follow Dregs One:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1UNuCcJlRb8ImMc5haZHXF?si=poJT0BYUS-qCfpEzAX7mlAInstagram: https://instagram.com/dregs_oneTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@dregs_oneTwitter: https://twitter.com/dregs_oneFacebook: https://facebook.com/dregsone41500:00 Intro01:48 Boise State University03:30 Growing up in Berkeley06:10 Graduating from college14:07 Living off of music 18:30 The music industry23:55 Breakthrough in music29:35 Singing ability33:02 How to grow the Bay Area scene37:07 Consistency42:31 Creating through grief55:08 Stepping into a new phase

A complaint was recently filed against Boise State University and its football coach, Spencer Danielson over claims of "religious coercion" in the colleges football program. 

Some lawmakers have made it clear they want to see deep cuts to Medicaid spending. This week, producer Ruth Brown sits down with House Health and Welfare Committee Chairman John Vander Woude to discuss the future of Medicaid Expansion. Then, Kevin Richert of Idaho Education News, James Dawson of Boise State Public Radio, and Dr. Stephanie Witt of Boise State University's School of Public Service join the pundits to review the first month of the 2025 session.

Welcome to Season 14 Episode 7 of the ParentingAces Podcast, a proud member of the Tennis Channel Podcast Network. This week, we hear from recent Boise State Women's Tennis graduate and psychology major, Nicole Discenza, about the importance of training mindset and mental skills alongside technique and tactics. Nicole grew up playing tennis from a very young age in her home country of Venezuela. During her teenage years, she and her family made the tough decision for her to leave home and train in the US for a year. Nicole was then recruited to play Division I tennis at Boise State University where she also took on some junior players to coach in her limited spare time. It was then that she recognized how she could help these young players develop a more positive mindset and self-awareness through their work together on the court. When Nicole graduated and was thinking about what to do next with her life, she realized by sharing her passion for helping others improve their mental state through tennis was the path she would follow. She set up an Instagram - Mindset by Nicks - and Facebook to share her knowledge through regular video posts. And she works with players individually in person and virtually online to help them develop the necessary skills to find success on and off the court. To get more information about Nicole and her work, you can direct message her on IG or Facebook. You can also email her at nicole@mindsetonlinecoaching.com. If you're so inclined, please share this – and all our episodes! – with your fellow tennis players, parents, and coaches. You can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or via your favorite podcast app. Please be sure to check out our logo'd merch as well as our a la carte personal consultations in our online shop. CREDITS Intro & Outro Music: Morgan Stone aka STØNE Audio & Video Editing: Lisa Stone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is a CLASSIC. It’s the most downloaded episode of all time, and it’s with Coach Chris Petersen, former Head Football Coach at the University of Washington & Boise State University. In this episode, you’ll learn why Coach Peterson left football at the peak of his career. He details his painful journey of realizing he was paying attention to the wrong scoreboard, society's scoreboard, and not building a strong game plan for his life. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why it takes time to change a culture and build something special in an organization or team. How to "Stack the deck" by getting the right people in your organization who fit your values and culture. Keeping the "personal scoreboard" in focus, not just the "society scoreboard." How to have a "game plan for life" that outlines your values, purpose, roles, and how you want to live. The value of a mentor or coach to provide perspective and be a thinking partner. I How to focus on your North Star. If you are a parent, coach, business person, or anyone who's ever wanted to be a high performer, this episode is for you. Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation Quotable moments: ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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1 - Abington Township Police Chief Pat Molloy joins us today. How does law enforcement feel about tinted windows? With the Tren de Aragua gang members started to be rounded up, can we get safety back to our communities and fentanyl out of the country? Should laws be changed back again in order to allow police officers to be proactive in their crime prevention? 120 - Reacting to Karoline Leavitt's first press conference. 130 - Professor of political science at Boise State University, an honored visiting graduate Faculty at Ashland University, and a Washington Fellow at The Claremont Institute's Center for the American Way of Life, Scott Yenor joins Dom to discuss his most recent article "The Politics of Higher-Education Accreditation". How do schools get accredited? Scott gives us the background on the process and lays out how accreditation is not working. Are the accreditors the one forcing DEI onto our universities? How does the Department of Education choose accreditors anyway? Will there be any reform to this system in the near future? 150 - Mayor Michael Melham of Belleville joins us to discuss Karoline Leavitt and the White House's answer to the drone situation.

12 - Is Big Pharma coming after RFK Jr.? 1205 - Ozempic leads to bone loss? Do we need to change our advertising policies 1215 - Side - All Time Spokesperson/Pitchman. Is Andy Beshear trying to steal JD Vance's identity while simultaneously telling on himself that he does not understand economics? 1220 - Some breaking news regarding a Tren de Aragua leader being arrested by ICE. We have to play the Martha Raddatz clip… 1235 - How do we feel about a 2 hour delay or even a day off for the Monday after the Super Bowl? Roe weighs in! 1240 - An NJ county commissioner was pulled over and went on an all-out tirade on the officer at the scene. 1250 - Teasing the next hour. What is it with the tinted windows? 1 - Abington Township Police Chief Pat Molloy joins us today. How does law enforcement feel about tinted windows? With the Tren de Aragua gang members started to be rounded up, can we get safety back to our communities and fentanyl out of the country? Should laws be changed back again in order to allow police officers to be proactive in their crime prevention? 120 - Reacting to Karoline Leavitt's first press conference. 130 - Professor of political science at Boise State University, an honored visiting graduate Faculty at Ashland University, and a Washington Fellow at The Claremont Institute's Center for the American Way of Life, Scott Ynor joins Dom to discuss his most recent article"The Politics of Higher-Education Accreditation". How do schools get accredited? Scott gives us the background on the process and lays out how accreditation is not working. Are the accreditors the one forcing DEI onto our universities? How does the Department of Education choose accreditors anyway? Will there be any reform to this system in the near future? 150 - Mayor Michael Melham of Belleville joins us to discuss Karoline Leavitt and the White House's answer to the drone situation. 2 - Dr. James Lyons-Weiler, a member of RFK Jr.'s staff, joins us to discuss his confirmation to Trump's cabinet and his intentions as a member of the cabinet. How does the camp feel about direct to consumer products, especially when it comes to pharmaceuticals? It's not that the drugs that are advertised aren't effective, but it's to the level in which it is truly effective and what the side effects can be. With Ozempic users experiencing bone loss, how will this affect the pharmaceutical industry as well as the public? Dr Lyons-Weiland also details how a little blue pill ruined the pharmaceutical industry? How does the camp feel about the efficacy of vaccines, especially the COVID-19 one and how does it reflect on the agencies that approve vaccines? What are the Doctor's closing thoughts on appointing Bobby? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Winner? 225 - Caroline Kennedy throws her family member Robert under the bus right before his nomination hearing. But it's not political… 240 - Taking your calls on the drones and Caroline Kennedy's comments. 250 - The Lightning Round!

Few things sting more than being on the outside looking in. In this week's episode, both of our storytellers share deeply personal accounts of feeling rejected. Part 1: At school, Natalie Ayala can't understand why she and the other dual-language kids are treated differently. Part 2: As a photographer on a research expedition in Antarctica, Marley Parker can't seem to break into the scientist inner circle. Natalie Ayala is a third-year mechanical engineering student at Boise State University. Her goal is to pursue a career in the space industry, have hands-on involvement in human space flight missions, and advocate for minorities in STEM!  Marley Parker has been working as a professional science communicator for over a decade. At the beginning of 2018, Marley left a full-time position at a tier one research university to start her own business as a freelance photographer, videographer, and science writer. Over the past seven years, Marley has found a special niche: documenting deep sea research. She has joined 25 expedition teams on eight different vessels, highlighting projects sponsored by NOAA, NASA, the National Science Foundation, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, the Ocean Exploration Trust, and many others. When she is not documenting ocean science in remote parts of the world, Marley loves sharing the lessons she has learned from pursuing an unconventional career path. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Dría de Dóchas is a trans-femme Latinx creative worker and interdisciplinary artist whose practice responds to imperial and colonial violence on the Earth and its inhabitants. A significant body of her work surrounds her alter ego and drag persona, the Dryad, and their existential journey as a queer embodiment of the Earth during the late stages of capitalism. Through the means and materials available to her, de Dóchas seeks to cultivate a sense of solidarity and kinship across different forms and walks of life, challenging Eurocentric notions of social, political, and economic value. Dría attended the University of New Mexico, earning an MFA from the Art + Ecology program in the spring of 2022. Her work has been exhibited and published both nationally and internationally—most notably in the 2022 Venice Biennale—and she has contributed to and performed in internationally-exhibited, award-winning films. Dría currently teaches courses at Boise State University and The College of Idaho.

Wildfire season is getting longer, and home insurance companies are noticing. Department of Insurance Director Dean Cameron discusses how wildfires are changing the home insurance industry. Boise State University's Dr. Matthew May and Dr. Lantz McGinnis-Brown discuss this year's public policy survey, and Whitney Bryen of Investigate West discusses Idaho's high female incarceration rate.

A coffee shop on campus at Boise State University was forced to close for being supportive of law enforcement. I get into it this week on Saving America!   Thanks for joining me for this episode! I'm a Houston- based attorney, run an HR Consulting company called Claremont Management Group, and am a tenured professor at the University of St. Thomas. I've also written several non-fiction political commentary books: Bad Deal for America (2022) explores the Vegas-style corruption running rampant in Washington DC, while The Decline of America: 100 Years of Leadership Failures (2018) analyzes – and grades – the leadership qualities of the past 100 years of U.S. presidents. You can find my books on Amazon, and me on social media (Twitter @DSchein1, LinkedIn @DavidSchein, and Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube @AuthorDavidSchein). I'd love to hear from you!   As always, the opinions expressed in this podcast are mine and my guests' and not the opinions of my university, my company, or the businesses with which I am connected.   Photo credits: Katerine Giannikos; mediame.pro; StockBusters; FynneFilms; VitApSwF ; SVZUL; AnnaStills; magicmore; Anatolii Mazhora; & Todor.

Jeff Matsushita is the director of the Engaging Men Project at Boise State University. We initially discussed the origins of Jeff's interest in working with men, which occurred after watching the film Tough Guise as an undergraduate student. He became increasingly interested in men and masculinity and formal work with groups of men. He eventually took a position with the Idaho Coalition Against Domestic Violence, which was quite formative for him. He also has worked with the national group A Call to Men, which similarly works to decrease rates of gender-based violence by engaging men directly. Jeff reflects on mentors who have helped him grow in his work and personally and how his professional work on engaging men has impacted him personally. At the end of the conversation, Jeff provides some helpful guidance on resources for those further interested in the work he discussed of engaging boys in men to decrease gender-based violence.

Tyler Whitmer is an Assistant Athletic Director of Olympic Sports Performance at Boise State University. Tyler was a high school athlete who became intensely interested in sports performance when he had a unique opportunity to train at the Denver Broncos training center. As he transitioned to college, he discovered that he could have a career in this area and eventually accepted a graduate assistantship at the University of Kansas. Tyler discussed how his experiences at KU and at several small universities helped him grow as a person and coach. We discussed how athletics provides a range of experiences that can be both beneficial and potentially harmful for men, depending on the culture and what is modeled for men by coaches and mentors. Tyler mentioned a personal and professional shift that occurred for him during COVID that led him to develop a program called Get Reps. Get Reps is a group focused on helping male athletes consider what it means to be a good man and targeting some skills deficits that he has noticed in the athletes he works with. Finally, we discuss how helping men helps the entire community and some resources for those interested in the intersection between masculinities and athletics. 

How does wildfire affect soil carbon, the ecological currency of the 21st century? Careful collaborative research involving US Geological Survey scientists, Envu, and Boise State University has begun to answer some of the many questions surrounding soil carbon and fire. This is the first of a two-part interview on soil carbon storage, sequestration mechanisms, effects of wildfire and plant community shifts, and management implications. Be sure to read the Open Access paper at https://artofrange.com/episodes/aor-147-wildfire-depletes-ecosystem-carbon-storage-50-part-1-germino-maxwell-quicke, where you will also find the usual transcript and links to other resources.

Gov. Brad Little delivers his 2025 State of the State Address with commentary from Idaho Reports guests Kevin Richert of Idaho Education News, Dr. Stephanie Witt of Boise State University's School of Public Service, and Lori Wolff of the Division of Financial Management.

In this episode, three HPNA Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB) Committee members reflect on their lived experience- how positionality impacts the way they show up to their work as hospice and palliative care clinicians and researchers and how they've shifted from cultural competency toward cultural responsiveness. Together, these experts discuss how our knowledge and actions must evolve in the face of new information, and how we can foster a healthcare environment that not only acknowledges but celebrates individual identity and culture. Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or anyone passionate about making healthcare more equitable, this conversation provides valuable insight into how we can all "do better" by truly seeing each person as they are.   Nancy Dias, PhD, RN, MSN, FPCN® Nancy Dias is an Associate Professor in the Nurse Science Department at the College of Nursing. Her work experience in nursing includes both experiences in the United States and internationally (India and Oman) as a clinician, educator, administrator, and a researcher. She completed her PhD at Duke University School of Nursing and a 1-year T32 post-doctoral fellowship from Indiana University School of Nursing. As a researcher, she has a niche for a very significant and innovative aspect of pediatric palliative care services that includes caregiver health outcomes, their bereavement processes, social and structural determinants of health, and innovative technology. Her academic initiatives have focused on transforming educational curriculum to integrate a nursing curriculum with a goal “charting a path to achieve health equity”. Her entrepreneurial skills are exemplified through her role as a co-founder of the Indo-American Evidence based practice Academy and development of an innovative app for bereaved families. She has received several research grants and among many awards, she is the recipient of the Research Nurse of the Year Award 2020, from North Carolina Nurses Association. She has also been recognized with several other awards including, East Carolina University College of Nursing Outstanding Faculty award (2022), Outstanding Mentor award from Sigma Theta Tau's Beta Nu chapter (2024). She was inducted as the Fellow in Palliative Care Nursing in 2024. She has international collaborations with nurses in India and Egypt and mentors these nurse scientists with whom she shares common research and scholarship interest. She has several publications and presentations done locally, nationally, and internationally.  Adrienne Jones-Adamczyk, MBE, RN, ACNP-BC ACHPN®, HEC-C Adrienne Jones-Adamczyk MSN, MBE, RN, ACNP-BC, ACHPN®, HEC-C is a Senior Clinical Ethics Specialty Program Director for Banner Health. She has more than 14 years of experience as a board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and is an Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse. She has spent her career in Neuroscience, Palliative Medicine, Home Hospice, and Hospice GIP settings. The clinical conundrums and ethical dilemmas of the COVID-19 pandemic inspired her to continue her education in bioethics, and she obtained a Master of Bioethics degree in May 2023 from Harvard Medical School. She continues her work in equity and human flourishing as an active member of the HPNA Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee. Katherine Doyon, PhD, MED, RN, CHPN® Kate Doyon is an assistant professor at Boise State University, School of Nursing. She serves on HPNA's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee and Research Advisory Committee and is a former co-chair of the Emerging Scholars Special Interest Group. She is a certified hospice and palliative care nurse and volunteers on the CHPN® Credentialing Committee. She is a member of the most recent Cambia Sojourns Leadership scholars' program. Kate is passionate about mentoring the next generation of hospice and palliative care nurse scientists and mentors several nurse scholars. She is the recipient of the HPNF Research Scholar Award, the first author of the section on health equity for the HPNA Research Agenda and a reviewer for palliative care journals and conferences including the Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Through her advocacy, mentorship, and research of equitable hospice and palliative care, Dr. Doyon exemplifies the highest standards of HPNA's commitment to compassionate care.   

Send us a textContent Warning: This episode discusses suicide. According to the CDC, suicide is the second-leading cause of death for teens and young adults, and LGBTQ+ youth are more than four times as likely to attempt suicide than their peers. Additionally, there's often an increase in suicidality and mental health crises around the holiday season, especially in the days that directly follow the holiday itself. This week's In the Den episode is a conversation between Sara and special guests Beth Markley and Elizabeth Kingsley about suicide prevention strategies. They discuss practical suggestions of how to help suicidal loved ones and provide tools for talking about mental health and suicide more openly and directly.Special Guest: Beth MarkleyBeth is the Executive Director of NAMI Idaho. NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Beth has been in the nonprofit world for more than 25 years. She is a feature article writer and content developer and has been a regular contributor for several local publications. She has served as an adjunct professor at Boise State University for a course on nonprofit management and is active in her community serving on a number of Boards.Special Guest: Elizabeth KingsleyElizabeth has transitioned from being an ultra Trad wife, stay-at-home and scrupulously religious mother to being a happily divorced, self-expressed, open-hearted single mom. She loves life now with her passel of queer children. They have taught her how to fully accept and love herself as she easily accepts her children.Links from the Show: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): https://www.nami.org/ Resources for family members and caregivers: https://www.nami.org/your-journey/family-members-and-caregivers/ NAMI Publications and handbooks: https://24-7.master-print.com/NAMI/UserJCatalog.aspx?category=1 The 988 Lifeline website:  https://988lifeline.org/ QPR Suicide Prevention Training: https://www.mamadragons.org/suicide-prevention-training Join Mama Dragons today: www.mamadragons.org In the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today at mamadragons.org. Connect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast

Unlock Big Tax Savings with Renewable Energy Credits with B•10 Energy B10energy.com About the Guest(s): Eric Gordon is the Vice President of Professional Services at B•10 Energy, a company specializing in renewable energy tax credits. He holds a degree from Boise State University and began his career in accounting before transitioning to commercial real estate. Gordon's professional journey includes a stint as an auditor with Deloitte, where he sharpened skills in areas such as pre-acquisition due diligence and asset purchase negotiations. Outside of his professional commitments, Eric is an avid traveler, baseball fan, and enjoys spending quality time with his family. Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss speaks with Eric Gordon, the VP of Professional Services at B•10 Energy, a firm dedicated to assisting individuals and corporations in saving money through renewable energy tax credits. With a blend of insightful conversation and humor, the episode delves into B•10 Energy's mission of making accounting — and by extension, tax savings — an exciting and profitable endeavor for its clients. Eric Gordon discusses the intricacies and benefits of tax credits, particularly focusing on the renewable energy sector. The dialogue covers how B 10 Energy positions itself as a unique player in helping businesses and individuals maximize tax savings, emphasizing the opportunity to invest in tax credits at a discount. Gordon attributes much of his interest in accounting and tax strategy to a motivating early experience with an academic mentor, highlighting how the right guidance can pivot a career trajectory. He opens up about the company's vision of enabling businesses to change the world by offering tools that enhance their financial health. Key Takeaways: The Difference Between Deductions and Credits: Understanding the unique characteristics of tax credits, which provide a direct dollar-for-dollar reduction in tax liability, unlike deductions. Investment Opportunities in Tax Credits: Insights into how profitable corporations and high net worth individuals can leverage renewable energy tax credits for substantial tax savings. Transferability of Tax Credits: Highlighting recent changes stemming from the Inflation Reduction Act, which allows tax credits to become transferable for the first time. Strategic Use of Tax Credits: The pivotal role tax credits play in financial planning for those with significant passive income or those who own C-corporations. Educational Mission: Eric Gordon emphasizes the importance of educating clients and the general public about tax strategies, making them more accessible and actionable. Notable Quotes: "At B•10 Energy, we want to help those changing the world have more resources to keep on changing it." "Understanding some accounting, some taxation can do wonders for business owners and entrepreneurs out there." "The credits are a way the government incentivizes certain behaviors and supports specific industries." "If you're going to spend a hundred dollars, might as well spend ninety and benefit from it." "It's all about the time value of money, and making sure you're utilizing your capital wisely."

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Mike Fuller joins Natasha on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast. Mike worked as a full-time seminary teacher of the LDS church for twenty years. He summarizes his reason to change careers as a “journey from orthodoxy to compassion”. He has found that making decisions based on values has been fulfilling. He received both his B.A in Communication and Psychology in 2002 and  M.A in Education in 2008 from Boise State University. He recently earned a Masters in Social Work from Penn West University in 2024 and is licensed in Utah as a Certified Social Worker. You can find out more about Mike at the Flourish Therapy website: https://www.flourishtherapy.org/blog-all-posts/mike-fuller/ He is also on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mike-fuller-bountiful-ut/1274156 Also, check out his blog: https://medium.com/@mikefuller.msw   To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and share this episode. To watch the video of this podcast, you can subscribe to Natasha's channel on Youtube and follow her professional Facebook page at natashahelfer LCMFT, CST-S. You can find all her cool resources at natashahelfer.com. This podcast addresses many topics around mental health and sexuality and may not be suitable for minors. Some topics may elicit a trigger or emotional response so please care for yourself accordingly. The views, thoughts and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or feelings of Natasha Helfer or the Natasha Helfer Podcast. We provide a platform for open and diverse discussions, and it is important to recognize that different perspectives may be shared. We encourage our listeners to engage in critical thinking and form their own opinions. The intro and outro music for these episodes is by Otter Creek. Thank you for listening. And remember: Symmetry is now offering Ketamine services. To find out more, go to symcounseling.com/ketamine-services.  

Nancy Napier, a professor at Boise State University and the author of several books on organizational creativity and innovation, shares how her multidisciplinary approach has shaped her career. Inspired by her father's shift from military service to academia, she combines her languages, political science, and international business interests to enrich her teaching and research. Her story emphasizes the importance of having a wide-ranging knowledge and the diverse viewpoints it brings.She highlights how her curiosity brought together leaders from law enforcement, software, and sports, fostering an exchange of ideas that led to her book, "Wise Beyond Your Field." This collaboration illustrates how diverse groups can offer unique insights to tackle leadership challenges.This episode emphasizes how curiosity and embracing diverse opportunities can inspire greater understanding and compassion.Let's enjoy her story!To connect with Nancy https://www.nancyknapier.com/Send BEHAS a text.Support the showTo Share - Connect & Relate: Share Your Thoughts and Shape the Show! Tell me what you love about the podcast and what you want to hear more about. Please email me at behas.podcats@gmail.com and be part of the conversation! To be on the show Podmatch Profile Thank you for listening - Hasta Pronto!

Send us a textJoin Alexis as she sits down with Dr. Megan Smith, Associate Professor in the School of Public and Population Health at Boise State University and Executive Director for Communities for Youth. Together, they explore the mission of Communities for Youth, which is to empower communities in promoting youth well-being. By taking an upstream prevention approach to youth mental health, Communities for Youth collaborates with communities to identify and address risk and protective factors.In this episode, they delve into the impactful work Megan is doing across the state to address youth mental health. They discuss combating misconceptions, empowering school community leaders to make data-driven decisions based on locally received data, and equipping school community adults with the tools to create upstream prevention strategies. Megan's creation of a behavior youth assessment survey, now offered by the state Department of Education for FREE to all school districts, is a wonderful resource for schools.This enriching conversation is packed with valuable insights for parents, school leaders, community members, and teenagers alike. To learn more and connect with Megan, visit:https://www.communitiesforyouth.org/Find Alexis on Instagram and JOIN in the conversation: https://www.instagram.com/the_idaho_lady/Send Alexis an email with guest requests, ideas, or potential collaboration.alexis@ourkidsourschools.comFind great resources and info on school communities:https://ourkidsourschools.com/

In this week's basketball coaching conversation, Jack Van Deventer joins The Basketball Podcast to discuss the current state of basketball analytics.Jack Van Deventer is the founder and CEO of Basketball Science, a consulting firm based in North Carolina. With a distinguished 45-year career as a statistician, professor, and data scientist, Jack retired as the Lead Data Scientist of a Fortune 40 company to embark on his basketball analytics venture.Jack's academic journey includes his role as a professor of Business Statistics at Boise State University and later as a professor of Management Information Systems at Washington State University, where he earned teaching awards at both institutions. His expertise lies in simplifying complex information into actionable insights, a skill he seamlessly translated into the realm of basketball analytics.Fifteen years ago, Jack began advancing basketball analytics when his daughter, Amy, started playing junior high basketball. Collaborating with fellow data scientists, Jack realized that commonly-used basketball statistics were lagging by about 25 years. He then focused on developing improved metrics and shared his findings with Amy's high school coach, leading her team to a State Championship. Later, Amy's D-II college coach utilized Jack's stats to win the conference championship and advance to D-II March Madness, defeating more talented teams in the process.As Jack's analytics reached higher-level basketball programs, their success continued to grow. Today, Basketball Science is dedicated to providing better insights to teams that strive to win, consistently pushing the boundaries of basketball analytics.

A Columbian Sharp-Tailed Grouse displaying its feathers and performing a rhythmic mating ritual. (Stephanie Galla / Boise State )Many bird species around the world are struggling, trying to adapt to a world that's changing around them, as humans encroach on their homes. The West is seeing this happen with the Columbian Sharp-Tailed Grouse, where birds can only be found on 5% of the habitat where they once roamed.“Here in Idaho we have about 30,000 birds left, a stronghold in the lower 48 states,” said Stephanie Galla. She's an Assistant Professor in Avian Biology in the Department of Biological Sciences and she's the primary investigator of the Conservation Genetics Lab at Boise State.(Stephanie Galla / Boise State University)Meanwhile in the Arctic, Gyrfalcons are getting more bird flu, as warmer weather brings more insects and disease in Alaska and Greenland. Are birds like these able to adapt to change? How can we predict if they'll be resilient enough to survive?Galla has two possible answers to these questions: DNA and a kinder approach to research.Conservation Genetics Lab at Boise State University is made up of researchers who are using DNA to map the story of bird decline.“Our lab group uses many different genetic and genomic tools to better understand the story of the diversity of birds and how they may be adapting to a changing world,” said Galla.She's been studying Columbian Sharp-Tailed Grouse and says they are a very colorful and rhythmic species. Grouse leave footprints in the snow after their mating dance.(Stephanie Galla / Boise State )“The male grouse will stomp their feet on the ground, put their wings out wide, rattle their tail, and inflate air sacs on the sides of their necks that are bright purple,” said Galla. “They also have eye combs, sort of like eyebrows, that are bright yellow. So these are incredibly charismatic birds that are found here in Idaho and one of the best dancers that you'll see.”Galla said that the grouse has seen significant decline in Idaho and Washington and it's important to study them now.“We have a really precious resource here that we can manage, and we can make sure that they stick around for as long as they can.” Stephanie Galla uses Grouse poop to identify DNA for her research.(Stephanie Galla / Boise State)Avian researchers are utilizing DNA to identify diversity in different grouse populations."We often use DNA to understand what diversity looks like to identify populations that have lower diversity and may be less resilient and in need of conservation prioritization in a changing world,” Galla explained.She said grouse DNA can be painlessly sampled through their poop.“Within a single fecal pellet, we can understand the diversity of what birds are eating and how they're responding to changing habitats over time. We can also get a good idea of their gut microbiome, or all of the diversity of microbes that live in their gut.”Galla calls it a noninvasive approach to research. “You don't need to catch a bird to find their poop. You can find it by looking at the areas where they congregate or the areas where they sleep at night, their roosting spots.” Stephanie Galla also creates illustrations many of the birds she studies.(Stephanie Galla / Boise State )Galla built a diet database of what the birds eat in Idaho and Washington.“We're really interested in seeing what the diet looks like across space and time,” she said. “We've discovered roughly 120 different plant species across their range so far.”That's important because “if we know what populations are doing well and what they're eating and how that might compare to populations that aren't doing well. We can figure out whether or not food might be a contributor to population success, or population decline, or fitness of birds over time.” Gyrfalcon chicks in Iceland.(Stephanie Galla / Boise State)Stephanie Galla and her Conservation Genetics Lab at Boise State are also studying Gyrfalcons in the Arctic and how they're adapting to a warming climate. And she's a co-founder of the Kindness in Science project, a project that started when she was in Aotearoa, New Zealand as a PhD student.“We started this initiative to define a culture where we are prioritizing diversity and maintaining diversity of people and science over space and time. Where maybe we have single individuals that are prioritized more than a group,” Galla explained.Although Columbian Sharp-Tailed Grouse are not federally threatened or endangered yet, they are currently experiencing a steep decline.“We have an opportunity here to step in and actually make a difference, make a difference so that we don't end up with just a few hundred left. If there are tens of thousands of them here in Idaho, we have an opportunity to characterize their diversity, understand it better, and work with conservation practitioners,” Galla said.Galla says studying birds in three different parts of the world can bring not only conservation efforts together, but people as well.“They give us a really great sense of wonder and connection and home,” she said. “The great part about studying DNA is that every bird has it, no matter where in the world you are, so we can take lessons learned from other countries, from other systems.”She said researchers and resource managers can apply those lessons locally in Idaho. “The more we come together as a global community with these different approaches, the better we can be equipped to address these big challenges and biodiversity loss that we're seeing around the world.” Illustration by Stephanie Galla(Stephanie Galla / Boise State )

With election results beginning to settle, the question on everyone's mind is: what will a second Trump presidency mean for Boise? From mass deportation, to the downstream effects of tariffs on Idaho farmers and abortion bans, host Lindsay Van Allen and Boise State University political scientist Charlie Hunt are sifting through which of campaign promises are likely — and unlikely — to affect our community.  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this November 13th episode: Inn at 500 Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The United States stands at a crossroads in international security. The backbone of its international position for the last 70 years has been the massive network of overseas military deployments. However, the US now faces pressures to limit its overseas presence and spending. In Beyond the Wire: US Military Deployments and Host Country Public Opinion (Oxford University Press, 2023), Michael Allen, Michael Flynn, Carla Martinez Machain, and Andrew Stravers argue that the US has entered into a "Domain of Competitive Consent" where the longevity of overseas deployments relies upon the buy-in from host-state populations and what other major powers offer in security guarantees. Drawing from three years of surveys and interviews across fourteen countries, they demonstrate that a key component of building support for the US mission is the service members themselves as they interact with local community members. Highlighting both the positive contact and economic benefits that flow from military deployments and the negative interactions like crime and anti-base protests, this book shows in the most rigorous and concrete way possible how US policy on the ground shapes its ability to advance its foreign policy goals. Our guests today are Michael Allen, who is a Professor of International Relations in the School of Public Service at Boise State University; Michael Flynn, who is Professor in the Department of Political Science and Director of the Security Studies Program at Kansas State University; and Carla Martinez Machain, who is a Professor of Political Science at the University at Buffalo. Our host is Eleonora Mattiacci, Associate Professor of Political Science at Amherst College and author of "Volatile States in International Politics" (Oxford University Press, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

With the election and its implications still fresh on everyone's minds, we're talking with two political scientists about some of the biggest national and local political scandals in recent history. Jaci Kettler and Charlie Hunt both teach at Boise State University and are the co-hosts of the new “Scandalized” podcast. They're digging into salacious tales of the past — from Rod Blagojevich to Mark Sanford — and the arrest of former Idaho Sen. Larry Craig in 2007. What can these stories teach us about our politics?  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trad Dad is back (Oct 25-26) in Battle Ground, Washington for our Second Annual Fatherhood Intensive. This year we will hear from Scott Yenor, Allan C. Carlson, and C.R. Wiley on Pro-Natal Fatherhood and the recovery of a proper philosophical, political, and most importantly, Biblical perspective on children. Today’s conversation features CR Wiley and Scott Yenor, Professor of Political Science at Boise State University, Washington Fellow at Claremont Institute. Register for the conference at https://www.solochristo.org/traddad

Trad Dad is back (Oct 25-26) in Battle Ground, Washington for our Second Annual Fatherhood Intensive. This year we will hear from Scott Yenor, Allan C. Carlson, and C.R. Wiley on Pro-Natal Fatherhood and the recovery of a proper philosophical, political, and most importantly, Biblical perspective on children. Today's conversation features CR Wiley and Scott Yenor, Professor of Political Science at Boise State University, Washington Fellow at Claremont Institute. Register for the conference at https://www.solochristo.org/traddad

It's not always easy to make friends, but in this week's episode, both of our storytellers take us on heartwarming and sometimes unexpected journeys to find true friendship and meaningful connections. Part 1: Eva Chebishev gets voted “Most Organized” in first grade and struggles to fit in with her peers. Part 2: Morgan Roberts is worried about how people will see her if she enters a high school math competition. Eva Chebishev (she/her) is a microbiology PhD candidate in the lab of Dr. Ana Fernandez-Sesma at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS). Her research focuses on the immune response to Dengue virus (DENV) with hopes of creating a safe, effective vaccine that is protective against all four serotypes of DENV. When she finally finishes this PhD, she aims to combine her enthusiasm for science communication and public outreach with her life-long passion for musical theatre. To this end, she recently had the incredible opportunity to perform in the limited, Off-Broadway run of “Lifeline” an original musical which tells the story of Alexander Fleming's discovery of Penicillin and the ongoing, rising global public health threat of antimicrobial resistance. She was also an attendee of ComSciCon-Flagship-2024, a science communication conference for graduate students, and has guest starred on the podcast “Mattsplaining” by Matthew Storrs. Outside of the lab, she performs in, directs, and produces “The Sinai Story Project”, a student-run showcase of original stories from the ISMMS student body. Finally, she is a diversity and disability advocate for equal opportunities in science and would like to thank The Story Collider for this opportunity and her Story Collider Workshop instructors for helping her find and craft her story. Morgan Roberts is a Mechanical Engineering major in her junior year at Boise State University. She is currently pursuing aerospace engineering and has had wonderful opportunities interning for various aerospace companies in the US and is hopeful to get more! She loves playing volleyball, reading, spending time with friends and family, and working in the machine shop on campus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices