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Trident Room Podcast lead host U.S. Navy Cmdr. Alanna Youngblood interviews Cmdr. Matthew Morris and Lt. Cortni Thrasher about their unique experiences while working to complete their theses. Cmdr. Morris first discusses how he, along with his thesis partners, designed experimentation to test previous theories of how to transmit the most important information to units in a denied environment. Lt. Thrasher then speaks about her thesis, which is in direct coordination with U.S. Pacific Fleet objectives and a topic from the Nimitz Research Group, studying how the incorporation of amphibious aircraft can benefit military operations in the Pacific. Cmdr. Matthew Morris graduated from Dickinson College in 2008 with a BA in German and commissioned through OCS as a SWO in 2009, transferring to Information Professional in 2014. He earned an MS in Network Operations at NPS and is an IW WTI in Command and Control/Cyber Operations. His tours include COMM-O onboard USS LASSEN, OPS and NAV for PCC Hotel, ISO and Staff NAV for COMDESRON 9, Flag COMM-O for CSG-9. He is currently serving as the CSO onboard USS GEORGE WASHINGTON. Lt. Cortni Thrasher is an Aerospace Maintenance Duty Officer in the U.S. Navy. She was previously enlisted as an aviation electronics technician after graduation in 2012 with a BS. She worked on Prowlers and Growlers with a deployment on USS STENNIS before transitioning to the AMDO community in 2019 and commissioning through OCS. She then served as a part of VFA 94 in Lamoore, CA as their maintenance material control officer. While there she deployed on the USS NIMITZ for a COVID deployment in 2020 and is now a graduate of the Naval Postgraduate School.

Send us a textThis podcast covers topics including current environmental threats to Ohio's habitats and species, nature recovery work being undertaken in urban and rural areas, as well as ways people can become involved in Ohio nature recovery. In Part 1 of our Ohio Nature Recovery series, we will be talking with Anna Zaremba, the Nature-based Solutions Sustainability Manager for the City of Cleveland, Ohio as well as Dr. Lara Roketenetz, Biological Field Station Director for the University of Akron, and Dr. Randall Mitchell, Distinguished Professor of Biology at the University of Akron. Anna Zaremba is a public sector sustainability and climate resilience professional with a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Studies and Certificate in Food Studies from Dickinson College. Currently serving as the Nature-Based Solutions Sustainability Manager at the City of Cleveland's Mayor's Office of Sustainability, Anna has contributed to the development of the city's Climate Action Plan and oversees projects focused on organic waste reduction and community resilience. Anna has also contributed to various sustainability and climate justice initiatives through previous roles, including plastic bag outreach campaigns, circular economy planning, and food security research. Passionate about environmental justice and sustainable development, Anna is dedicated to creating equitable and impactful solutions for climate resilience in the Great Lakes Region.Dr. Lara Roketenetz moved to Cleveland for her undergraduate degree and never left once she discovered her love for the Great Lake Erie and wonderful people in Northeast Ohio. She has a Master's of Biology from John Carroll University and a PhD in Integrated Biosciences from the University of Akron (UA). She is the Director of the UA Field Station where her true passion is the K-12 outreach program for rural, suburban, and urban youth where she inspires our future changemakers through environmental and place-based education. She is a past President of The Organization of Biological Field Stations.Randy Mitchell Distinguished Professor of Biology, University of Akron, and Faculty Director of the University of Akron Field Station. Dr. Mitchell grew up loving science, the outdoors, and insects. He has done research in many wonderful places, including Colorado's Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, California's deserts and mountains and scrub, Adelaide Australia, New Mexico's mountains and deserts, Wisconsin's wetlands, and the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley. Dr. Mitchell specializes in researching the ecology of plant-pollinator interactionsImportant linksCleveland Residential Compost and Workforce Development Pilot Program: https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-works/divisions/waste#:~:text=Food%20Scrap%20Composting%20Drop%2DOff%20ProgramCleveland Tree Coalition: https://www.clevelandtrees.org/Urban Forestry Commission: https://www.sustainThe Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery is interested in promoting a wide variety of views and opinions on nature recovery from researchers and practitioners. The views, opinions and positions expressed within this podcast are those of the speakers alone, they do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of the Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery, or its researchers.The work of the Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery is made possible thanks to the support of the Leverhulme Trust.

As one of the first Insurtech operators turned investor, Dave leads OMERS Ventures Insurtech portfolio which includes investments in well-known players such as Clearcover, Foresight, WeFox and Joyn. Most recently at Hippo as VP of Growth, Dave oversaw the company's execution and strategy around Smart Home and emerging products. Dave's journey in Insurtech started in 2017 while at Comcast Xfinity where he designed a distribution partnership with Hippo to sell homeowners insurance to Comcast's 30M+ customers. In that role Dave secured his P&C license and set up a national agency. Dave was also part of the team at Comcast that led Hippo's $25M Series B in 2018. Additionally, Dave has founded and led several technology startups giving him a deep understanding of the challenges faced by entrepreneurs. Dave is passionate about the intersection of technology and insurance and is a firm believer that we are in the early stages of what will be a watershed moment for the sector. He is an active writer and speaker on the industry. Dave also is a Board Director of Joyn Insurance and a Board Observer for Clearcover, Foresight and WeFox as we well multiple Fintech investments. Dave has a BA in Policy Studies from Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA. He is also a licensed P&C insurance agent. Episode Summary
In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of InsurTech with insights from Dave Wechsler, a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist. The discussion covers the challenges and opportunities within the insurance industry, particularly in the context of technological advancements and market dynamics.
 Guest Background: Dave's journey through various startups and their transition into the venture capital world. Insights into the role of technology in transforming traditional insurance practices. Dave started the InsurTech Rap weekly podcast because of his feeling of the importance of networking and collaboration among industry professionals. Current Trends in InsurTech: The impact of AI and machine learning on underwriting and claims processing. Discussion on the shift from legacy systems to modern, tech-driven solutions. Embracing Experimentation: The willingness to experiment and learn from failures is crucial for success in the InsurTech space. As [Guest Name] noted, traditional companies often lack the flexibility to innovate, making it essential for startups to leverage their agility. The Role of AI: Artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape, offering new tools and capabilities that can enhance underwriting processes and customer engagement. However, it also presents challenges as new entrants can disrupt established players with more advanced solutions. Challenges for Entrepreneurs: Navigating the complexities of entering new markets and the importance of adaptability. The significance of building a strong brand and community in the InsurTech sector. Future Outlook: Predictions for the InsurTech landscape in the coming years, including the role of blockchain and smart contracts. The necessity for established companies to innovate and embrace new technologies to stay competitive. Resources Mentioned: insurtechrap.com Join the show live every Thursday at 2 PM EST for more discussions on InsurTech trends and insights. This episode is brought to you by The Future of Insurance thought leadership series, available globally from Amazon in print, Kindle and Audible audiobook. Follow the podcast at future-of-insurance.com/podcast for more details and other episodes. Music courtesy of Hyperbeat Music, available to stream or download on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music and more.

Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Dr. Amanda Cheromiah, Executive Director at Center for the Futures of Native Peoples, Dickinson College.

The Ideas of March is March 15, a day in the Roman calendar that became infamous for the assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BC. Jacob Sider Jost, Associate Professor of English at Dickinson College, joined The Spark to share more about the Ides of March. Where did the phrase, beware the Ides of March, where did that come from? "Beware the Ides of March is a line from Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar… And so, Shakespeare wrote, he wasn't the first to write a tragedy on this topic, but he wrote a tragedy about the assassination of Julius Caesar, and it's really two tragedies because it's the story of Caesar and his death, and then the sort of greatest conspirator Brutus, and then he dies at the end of the play." What was the reasons behind the plot to kill him? "Rome had for the couple of centuries up to the life of Caesar had been a Republic, and it had a Senate, and it had some things that sound a bit like modern American democracy, but it was basically an oligarchy, a powerful elite of inherited senators sort of dominated Roman political life. But it was unstable. There were power struggles through the first century BCE where individuals tried to sort of take full power in Rome. And when Julius Caesar came back to Rome in that fifth decade BCE, he had just defeated Pompey, who was another sort of general fighter. And it looked to the conspirators that Caesar was going to take over, become a single ruler just in himself, become an emperor, and abolish the republic. Now, in the end, that's what happened. His grandnephew Augustus Caesar took over, became emperor, and the Roman Empire went for hundreds of years after that. But that's what the conspirators were trying to prevent. They were trying to keep Rome a republic." Why do you think Julius Caesar’s assassination still captures people’s imaginations hundreds of years later? "It's been performed on multiple stages in multiple countries and has been with us for almost, you know, over 400 years. And so, the language of Shakespeare and the power of the story keep people coming back to Julius Caesar in the Ides of March." Listen to the podcast to hear the entire interview. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textOn today's episode we have Coach Megan Green. Megan has experience as a graduate assistant at Castleton University, and experience as an assistant coach at the University of Mary Washington and Dickinson College. She is currently finishing up her first year as the head coach at Virginia Wesleyan University.On this episode we discuss:How Coach Megan assesses talent on and off the courtWhen should you start your recruiting process and what is the first stepQuestions athletes and parents should ask AAU programsHow to prepare for college basketball on and off the courtAnd much more!When you work with me you can expect a 360-degree player development plan designed specifically for young female basketball players.If this sounds interesting, let's have a conversation - send me an email today - hoopsthroughlife@gmail.comCheck out Hoops Through Life on: Hoops Through Life WebsiteXInstagramFacebookIf you have any questions for me or our future guests email hoopsthroughlife@gmail.comThe views and opinions shared by coaches and other professionals on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hoops Through Life. Hoops Through Life is an independent entity, not affiliated with any school or coach, and is not responsible for the opinions expressed by these individuals.

Dark ideas and stigma around different body sizes really took hold in the Enlightenment.Very unenlightened, if you ask us.This started all sorts of awful movements, and one result was BMI - or Body Mass Index - which is still used as a measure of health by doctors today.What even is the BMI? Why are women and people of colour particularly affected by these harmful ideas? And what's the future of fatphobia and BMI?Joining Kate is the fantastic Amy Farrell, professor of women's, gender and sexuality studies at Dickinson College and author of Fat Shame: Stigma and the Fat Body in American Culture, to take us back to the dark origins of BMI and fatphobia.This episode was edited by Tom Delargy and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  You can take part in our listener survey here.All music from Epidemic Sounds.Betwixt the Sheets: History of Sex, Scandal & Society is a History Hit podcast.

In the days since President Trump's sweeping clemency of Jan. 6 rioters, the federal courts have been busy processing the dismissals. But the judges who've spent years overseeing the hundreds of trials are not hiding their frustration. Geoff Bennett discussed more with John Jones, a retired federal judge who now serves as the president of Dickinson College. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In the days since President Trump's sweeping clemency of Jan. 6 rioters, the federal courts have been busy processing the dismissals. But the judges who've spent years overseeing the hundreds of trials are not hiding their frustration. Geoff Bennett discussed more with John Jones, a retired federal judge who now serves as the president of Dickinson College. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Higher Education Enrollment Decline 2024-2040: You Can't Recruit Your Way Out of a Declining Market The enrollment cliff is no longer a distant threat—it's here, and institutions must act decisively to adapt. In this episode of Changing Higher Ed, Dr. Drumm McNaughton hosts Bill Conley and Bob Massa of Enrollment Intelligence Now to explore the demographic shifts, financial realities, and strategic imperatives reshaping higher education. With over 80 years of combined experience from institutions including Johns Hopkins, Bucknell, Dickinson College, and Columbia University, these enrollment experts provide insights into the demographic and enrollment decline. The latest Western Interstate Commission on Higher Education (WICHE) report projects significant declines in high school graduates, signaling major challenges for higher education institutions. After peaking at 3.9 million graduates in 2025, numbers will decline to 3.6 million by 2030 and below 3.4 million by 2040—a 13% drop over 15 years. Five states (California, Illinois, Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania) will account for over 75% of this nationwide decline. Key Demographic Shifts (2025-2040) White student population: 26% decrease (1.6M to 1.2M) Hispanic student population: 16% increase (940K to 1.1M) Black student population: 22% decrease Asian student population: 10% decrease Growing gender gap: 2025 projection shows 52% female vs. 42% male degree holders Market Segmentation Impact Elite/Selective Institutions (Minimal impact) Institutions with

Myra Flynn performs on many stages, shape shifting between music and journalism. She is an accomplished songwriter andsinger, performing soul, jazz and indie pop with five albums to her credit. She is also a journalist with a unique voice in Vermont's media landscape. She is executive producer and host of Homegoings, a program on Vermont Public that launched in 2021 and brands itself as a “righteous space for art and race.” She has also worked as a features reporter at the Burlington Free Press.Flynn, 40, grew up in Brookfield, Vermont, the daughter of an Irish father and an African American mother. She signed her first songwriting deal at age 16, attended Dickinson College in Pennsylvania, and now divides her time between California, where she lives with her husband and 5 year old daughter Avalon, and Vermont, where she works for Vermont Public and does most of her musical performances. I caught her in one of her concerts this summer at a farm in Montgomery, Vermont. Her soulful blues singing is interspersed with a breezy repartee about life, politics, motherhood and relationships.In her journalism, Flynn fearlessly delves into sensitive topics. She explained about her work in Homegoings, “I wanted to find a way to talk about race that was going to speak in a language that everyone understood and wasn't going to make anyone feel shame or fear around talking about it, that they could boldly participate in the conversation.” Then she had an epiphany. “That universal language is art. That's how we talk about race. It always has been art that's bridged this gap.”Last year Flynn did a four-part series on Homegoings on “stereo anti-types,” her term for “the dangerous stereotypes that apply to Black men.” This includes the myth of the scary Black man, the stupid Black man, and the deadbeat dad.“Black men ..are categorically more harmed in America...by these myths that become real life,” she explained.Many of Flynn's stories have an autobiographical component, such a s a show that she hosted about surviving the music industry as a woman of color, a program about preserving one's culture in a predominantly white state, and another about the “biracial conundrum.”That conundrum is “just having to choose between the Black or the white race, because it's two of the most opposing races in the world inside of your body. And so you are literally holding history in your blood and in your bones.”Flynn reflected that in this time of deep polarization, she is “looking forward to whatever personal revolutions for artists come out of this,” such as happened in the 1960s and 70s. “I just want to hear people keep talking about our lives in real time and documenting our history as artists with a sense of responsibility.”She said that “as a journalist it is my job to be of service to all people who have a story … especially to folks who have less of a voice in all of it. So in some ways, I'm really inspired to get to do the work that I do, and to get to be the person who either has the mic or is passing the mic for really important voices to be heard.”

The Jewish week-long festival will take place in just a few days. This year, Hanukkah falls on the night of December 25 and ends on January 2. Zach Benjamin, President and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Harrisburg and Marc Kline, Interim Rabbi of the Temp Ohev Shalom joined to the spark to share more information.The history of Hanukkah begins 2200 years ago.“The Syrian Greeks were in control of what we now call Israel Palestine, and they brought Greek culture, which was replacing the existing Jewish culture, and they trashed the temple and didn't destroy, but they trashed and were sacrificing pigs on the altar. And Jews said, we can't let this happen. And so Matthias and Judah Maccabee and their followers warred against the Syrian Greeks and they defeated the Greeks and rededicated the temple. The rest of the story becomes a matter of different versions of history. The story everybody seems to know is that when they went to light the lights on the altar, they had one cruise of oil that hadn't been destroyed. They thought it would last for one day and it lasted for eight. That story's first written about 500 years later. Many of the versions of the story, though, deal with the fact that we changed the practice from Pagan to to God at the altar, that people stopped the war to rededicate themselves to God. So whatever story you're looking at, we're looking at bringing the light of peace and faith over the ugliness of paganism and war, “said Kline.Zach Benjamin explained the significance of sundown and those eight days of Hanukkah.“Well, in at its most basic, the Hebrew calendar and the Gregorian calendar, what we think of as our typical calendar, they're different in a number of ways. The Hebrew calendar has 13 months. The our Western calendar has 12 months. And another way that they are different is that the Hebrew day begins at sundown and goes from sundown to sundown. And thus Hanukkah, like all other Jewish observances, begins at sundown on the first day. And Hanukkah lasts eight days. And so it goes until sundown.” Also on The Program: Kwanzaa honors unity, pride, and African traditions from December 26 to January 1. This celebration brings people together by sharing stories, lighting candles, and community. Naaja Rodgers, Professor of Africana studies at Dickinson College says Kwanzaa is a Kiswahili word.“So it's actually a Kiswahili word, which means maternal, your Kwanzaa, which means first fruits. So essentially Kwanzaa means first fruit. And these are typically celebrations that are held throughout Africa.”Kwanza was created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga. He was a part of a cultural nationalist group that promoted African culture.“The Watts riots in Los Angeles and just the racial tensions going on during the Black Power movement inspired him to think about what we can do to kind of help African people as a collective Pan-African. Keep that theme intact. How can we ensure that black people are able to reason to remember and prepare for the new Year as opposed to just like the commercialization of Christmas where it's like a hustle and bustle, you're shopping and then you give a gift and then you go on to the new year.”There are seven principles of Kwanzaa: Umoja (Unity) Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility) Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics) Nia (Purpose) Kuumba (Creativity) Imani (Faith)Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kwanzaa honors unity, pride, and African traditions from December 26 to January 1. This celebration brings people together by sharing stories, lighting candles, and community. Naaja Rodgers, Professor of Africana studies at Dickinson College says Kwanzaa is a Kiswahili word. “So it's actually a Kiswahili word, which means maternal, your Kwanzaa, which means first fruits. So essentially Kwanzaa means first fruit. And these are typically celebrations that are held throughout Africa.” Kwanza was created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga. He was a part of a cultural nationalist group that promoted African culture. “The Watts riots in Los Angeles and just the racial tensions going on during the Black Power movement inspired him to think about what we can do to kind of help African people as a collective Pan-African. Keep that theme intact. How can we ensure that black people are able to reason to remember and prepare for the new Year as opposed to just like the commercialization of Christmas where it's like a hustle and bustle, you're shopping and then you give a gift and then you go on to the new year.” There are seven principles of Kwanzaa: Umoja (Unity) Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics) Nia (Purpose) Kuumba (Creativity) Imani (Faith) Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Middle East is perilously close to all-out war. In the year since the October 7 Hamas-led attacks on Israel, millions of people have been displaced from their homes in Gaza, Israel, the West Bank and now Lebanon, and tens of thousands killed.In this episode, we speak to two experts from the Middle East, Mireille Rebeiz and Amnon Aran, to get a sense of the strategic calculations being made by both Israel and its neighbours at this frightening moment for the region. Rebeiz is chair of Middle East Studies at Dickinson College in the US and Aran is professor of International Relations, City St George's, University of London in the UK. This episode was produced by Mend Mariwany and mixed by Michelle Macklem. Full credits for this episode are available.If you like the show, please consider donating to The Conversation, which is an independent, not-for-profit news organisation. And please do rate and review the show wherever you listen. Further reading and listening:Does Hezbollah represent Lebanon? And what impact will the death of longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah have? October 7 marks 12 months of escalation into the ‘forever war' now engulfing the Middle EastA year of escalating conflict in the Middle East has ushered in a new era of regional displacement Inside the Oslo accords: a new podcast series marks 30 years since Israel-Palestine secret peace negotiations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're talking with four hybrid/self-published authors. Christine Amoroso spent the first decade of her professional career as an accountant. In 1997 she chased a childhood dream and began a career in elementary education, first as a teacher and then a principal. In 2014 she started a blog, Bare Naked in Public, writing personal narratives about life's lessons. In 2017, Christine sold her possessions and moved to Italy to write her memoir. A year later she returned home with the first draft of her memoir Bare Naked in Public, published in July of this year. When Christine's not writing, she power-walks along the coast, plays soccer, and indulges her grandchildren. She travels abroad every chance she gets.  Andrew Bridgeman has nearly as many twists in his own story as there are in his novel. A former rugby player, jazz singer, salesman, and entrepreneur, he finds inspiration in the characters he's crashed into along the way. Mr. Bridgeman studied creative writing at Dickinson College and earned his MBA from Washington University in Saint Louis. After decades in the St. Louis Area, he now lives in New Hampshire with his wife, Kathy. He enjoys hiking in the mountains near his home, playing guitar, and exploring the US in an Airstream RV. Fortunate Son is his debut novel. Nancy Klann-Moren is an author, artist and third generation Southern California native. She began her writing journey after a career in advertising and marketing. Short stories were her primary genre until an instructor encouraged her to turn one into a novel. Her two novels, The Clock of Life and Love and Protest, explore  how ordinary people getting involved in social activism can make a difference for the greater good.  Her collection of short stories, Like the Flies On The Patio, is a insightful glimpse into the lives of working class people. Anne Moose has mostly made her living as a technical writer. She has a background as an editor and small book publisher in Berkeley California, so self-publishing came naturally to her. In recent years she has written and published three novels: Arkansas Summer, House of Fragile Dreams, and her latest, When You Read This I'll Be Gone. They span different genres while each is a suspenseful story highlighting social issues she cares about deeply. The authors join Barbara DeMarco-Barrett to talk about their path to writing and hybrid or indie publishing, the pros and cons, tips, and more. If you'd like to watch the episode on YouTube, here's the link. You can find other shows on my YouTube channel. For more information on Writers on Writing and extra writing perks, visit our Patreon page. To listen to past interviews, visit our website. Support the show by buying books at our bookstore on bookshop.org. We've stocked it with titles from our guests, as well as some of our personal favorites. You'll support independent bookstores and our show by purchasing through the store. Finally, on Spotify listen to an album's worth of typewriter music like what you hear on the show. Look for the artist, Just My Type. Email the show at writersonwritingpodcast@gmail.com. We love to hear from our listeners. (Recorded August 23, 2024)  Host: Barbara DeMarco-BarrettHost: Marrie StoneMusic and sound editing: Travis Barrett (Stream his music on Spotify, Apple Music, Etc.)  

For 34 years, Washington held training camp at Dickinson College, a small DIII school two and a half hours outside of D.C. The two-a-days were grueling. The isolation and slower pace could be uncomfortable. Not to mention those college dorm rooms. Yet, a whole lot of fun was had. The time here made a big impact on the team and the Carlisle, PA community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SaNaa Saunders of Henrico recently earned the Elmira College Key Award for academic achievement and community leadership. The EC Key Award is an ,000 scholarship (distributed over four years at ,000 per year) given to high school students in their junior year. The scholarship recognizes high scholastic achievement, leadership, citizenship, and participation in extracurricular activities. Saunders was one of 831 students to receive the EC Key Award this year. *** Grace Isabelle MacDougall of Glen Allen graduated summa cum laude May 19 from Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pa. MacDougall earned a BA in Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies and Japanese....Article LinkSupport the Show.

The Rational Egoist: Trump, the Assassination Attempt, and the Power of Images with Crispin Sartwell In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz welcomes Crispin Sartwell, former philosophy professor at Dickinson College and author of "Beauty: A Quick Immersion." Sartwell delves into the multifaceted topics of Donald Trump, the assassination attempt, and the profound influence of images in politics and society. Join them as they explore how visual media shapes public perception and political narratives, and the implications of these dynamics in contemporary discourse. This episode offers a deep dive into the intersection of philosophy, politics, and visual culture, providing listeners with insightful analysis and thought-provoking perspectives. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that challenges conventional views and highlights the power of imagery in our world. Michael Leibowitz, host of The Rational Egoist podcast, is a philosopher and political activist who draws inspiration from Ayn Rand's philosophy, advocating for reason, rational self-interest, and individualism. His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to a prominent voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities highlights the transformative impact of embracing these principles. Leibowitz actively participates in political debates and produces content aimed at promoting individual rights and freedoms. He is the co-author of “Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime” and “View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty,” which explore societal issues and his personal evolution through Rand's teachings.Explore his work and journey further through his books: “Down the Rabbit Hole”: https://www.amazon.com.au/Down-Rabbit-Hole-Corrections-Encourages/dp/197448064X “View from a Cage”: https://books2read.com/u/4jN6xj  join our Ayn Rand Adelaide Meetups here for some seriously social discussions on Freedom https://www.meetup.com/adelaide-ayn-rand-meetup/

Welcome to Episode 129 of the Think UDL podcast: UDL Toolkit with James D'Annibale. James D'Annibale is the Director of Academic Technologies at Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and has created a UDL Toolkit for his faculty at the small liberal arts college to help faculty integrate UDL into their teaching in no tech, low tech, and high tech ways, and with low lift to high lift options. This instructor-focussed toolkit systematically sorts some teaching responsibilities into UDL categories and may be a helpful way to engage your campus without having to reinvent the wheel yourself! Stay tuned as we talk about the UDL Toolkit for college instructors and thank you for listening to the Think UDL podcast.

John O'Neil became a Co-Owner at Cressey Sports Performance in Massachusetts in the fall of 2022 after serving as the Director of Performance since 2018. John oversees strength & conditioning coaching, program design, and continuing education at CSP-MA. An accomplished public speaker, John has lectured at more than a dozen national events, including the 2019 ABCA, 2022 World Baseball Coaches' Convention, and three MA Baseball Coaches Association annual clinics. John coaches youth baseball during his free time, including his work with the Lincoln-Sudbury High School Varsity Baseball Program. He interned in player development for the Baltimore Orioles in 2012. He graduated from Dickinson College with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics in 2014.   Links: https://cresseyperformance.com/csp-mass/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oneilstrength/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/ONeilStrength

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Hear gerontologist and age-tech venture capitalist Danny Kaplan share his perspective on aging services trends, including technology, shifts in care models, and addressing equity in senior care. About Danny   Danny Kaplan is a General Partner at Equitage Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on the intersection of senior care, technology, and healthy aging. Danny was formerly a healthcare investor at Generator Ventures, where he worked on and continues to support investments including IntelyCare, Vesta Healthcare, VyncaCare, and Wellthy. Prior to Generator, Danny was part of the early team at ClearCare, a leading web-based platform for home care agencies. Danny holds a BA in International Business from Dickinson College and an MBA and MS in Gerontology from the University of Southern California. Key Takeaways The US Medicare Budget, being the primary payer of long-term care in the country, is an indicator of the growth of the senior care industry. In 2023, the budget was more than $1 Trillion, and by 2032, it will double to $2 Trillion. A major trend is the shift from care facilities to “aging at home,” though there are challenges with scalability due to efficiency and the staffing crisis. In combination with aging at home, “Adult Day,” where older adults can receive group care and connection, will become an alternative model to senior living. Right now, age tech is targeted more toward business-to-business opportunities but will shift to business-to-consumer in the next two generations as seniors become more comfortable with utilizing technology.

Frank starts the show joined by WABC host Dominic Carter to talk about broadcaster Michael Smerconish being uninvited from speaking at the 2024 graduation commencement at Dickinson College. Frank moves on to speak with Marty Dolan, Democratic candidate for Congress in NY's 14th District, running against incumbent Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Frank asks for ideas for unconventional Mother's Day gifts. He moves on to talk about his newest interview with Jeffrey Lichtman, sperm whale communication and a washed up sea creature in Delaware. Frank starts the third hour talking about the movement to rename the Francis Scott Key Bridge as well as the upcoming renaming of The Boy Scouts of America. He is later joined by Sarah Symonds, former 'professional mistress', author and infidelity analyst. They discuss Stormy Daniels and her relationship with Donald Trump. Frank also names the listener of the week. Frank wraps up the show talking about puppy yoga and bird flu. He is also joined by Noam Laden for News You Can Use and radio host Brian Kilmeade to discuss news of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank starts the show joined by WABC host Dominic Carter to talk about broadcaster Michael Smerconish being uninvited from speaking at the 2024 graduation commencement at Dickinson College. Frank moves on to speak with Marty Dolan, Democratic candidate for Congress in NY's 14th District, running against incumbent Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank starts the show joined by WABC host Dominic Carter to talk about broadcaster Michael Smerconish being uninvited from speaking at the 2024 graduation commencement at Dickinson College. Frank moves on to speak with Marty Dolan, Democratic candidate for Congress in NY's 14th District, running against incumbent Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Frank asks for ideas for unconventional Mother's Day gifts. He moves on to talk about his newest interview with Jeffrey Lichtman, sperm whale communication and a washed up sea creature in Delaware. Frank starts the third hour talking about the movement to rename the Francis Scott Key Bridge as well as the upcoming renaming of The Boy Scouts of America. He is later joined by Sarah Symonds, former 'professional mistress', author and infidelity analyst. They discuss Stormy Daniels and her relationship with Donald Trump. Frank also names the listener of the week. Frank wraps up the show talking about puppy yoga and bird flu. He is also joined by Noam Laden for News You Can Use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 2: 4:05pm- Isaac Schorr of Mediate reports that talk show host Michael Smerconish has been disinvited from speaking at Dickinson College's commencement ceremony after students complained about a passage from a book he wrote in 2004. Schorr writes: “In his book, Smerconish argued against a Department of Transportation policy that ‘precluded more than two individuals of any particular ethnicity from being singled out at the same time for secondary screening at airports.'” You can read the full story here: https://www.mediaite.com/news/cnns-michael-smerconish-disinvited-from-college-commencement-over-comments-from-2004/ 4:20pm- After leaving court on Monday, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump revealed that his “hush money” trial may last another 2 to 3 weeks—which will keep him off the campaign trail. 4:40pm- George Leef of National Review writes: “Let's look at the new California minimum wage law for workers in fast food businesses and see how it has been working out.  Professor Lee Ohanian has done some digging and writes about his findings in [his] piece for Independent Institute. He observes more than 9,500 jobs have already been wiped out, with more expected.” You can read the full article here: https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/californias-minimum-wage-wipes-out-thousands-of-jobs/ 4:50pm- Barak Ravid of Axios reports that the Biden Administration “put a hold on a shipment of U.S.-made ammunition to Israel.” Rich notes that Congress explicitly provided $26 billion in aid for Israel in last month's $95 billion foreign aid bill. Ukraine received assistance immediately—why was Israel forced to wait?

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (05/06/2024): 3:05pm- While speaking briefly with the press on Monday prior to entering court in New York City, President Donald Trump said the gag order imposed on him by Judge Juan Merchan is “not fair” and argued that the scope of the gag order infringes upon his constitutional right to free speech. On Monday, Judge Merchan fined Trump $1,000 for violating the gag order and emphasized that continued violations could result in Trump being sent to jail. 3:15pm- On Monday, former Press Secretary—and current MSNBC host—Jen Psaki stated that she did not believe it's necessary for President Joe Biden to do more press conferences in order to win reelection in 2024. 3:40pm- David Gelman—Defense Attorney & Former Prosecutor—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his work as a legal surrogate for former President Donald Trump and the Trump 2024 Campaign. Why has Trump been subjected to a gag order while Michael Cohen, for example, has not been? 4:05pm- Isaac Schorr of Mediate reports that talk show host Michael Smerconish has been disinvited from speaking at Dickinson College's commencement ceremony after students complained about a passage from a book he wrote in 2004. Schorr writes: “In his book, Smerconish argued against a Department of Transportation policy that ‘precluded more than two individuals of any particular ethnicity from being singled out at the same time for secondary screening at airports.'” You can read the full story here: https://www.mediaite.com/news/cnns-michael-smerconish-disinvited-from-college-commencement-over-comments-from-2004/ 4:20pm- After leaving court on Monday, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump revealed that his “hush money” trial may last another 2 to 3 weeks—which will keep him off the campaign trail. 4:40pm- George Leef of National Review writes: “Let's look at the new California minimum wage law for workers in fast food businesses and see how it has been working out.  Professor Lee Ohanian has done some digging and writes about his findings in [his] piece for Independent Institute. He observes more than 9,500 jobs have already been wiped out, with more expected.” You can read the full article here: https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/californias-minimum-wage-wipes-out-thousands-of-jobs/ 4:50pm- Barak Ravid of Axios reports that the Biden Administration “put a hold on a shipment of U.S.-made ammunition to Israel.” Rich notes that Congress explicitly provided $26 billion in aid for Israel in last month's $95 billion foreign aid bill. Ukraine received assistance immediately—why was Israel forced to wait? 5:00pm- In his Wall Street Journal editorial, Ralph Reed writes about the media's continued attempts to smear Christians in America. He explains: “House Speaker Mike Johnson stared down anti-Israel protesters at Columbia University last month and affirmed the nation's support for Jewish students. His remarks were sharp and unequivocal, a welcome contrast with university officials' hand-wringing and the Biden administration's feeble response to the antisemitism sweeping across the states. Yet rather than give him credit, Democrats and the press for months have fixated on Mr. Johnson's background as a ‘Christian nationalist.' The New Republic claimed he'd been ‘groomed by the Christian right' in ‘secretive circles' to ‘rule the United States according to ‘biblical values.'' Robert Jones, president of the Public Religion Research Institute, described Mr. Johnson as ‘the embodiment of white Christian nationalism in a tailored suit.'” You can read the full editorial here: https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-smear-campaign-against-christian-nationalists-faith-freedom-f3954994?mod=opinion_lead_pos5 5:30pm- The Toobin Missile Crisis! Plus, why did Google claim a recent Trump advertisement was violative of its policies? 5:45pm- Washington Post reporter Taylor Lorenz bizarrely claims LGBTQ members have fewer rights in Texas and Florida than in Gaza—she is quickly corrected by Don Lemon. And on Sunday night, Netflix hosted their roast of former NFL quarterback Tom Brady. 6:05pm- While speaking briefly with the press on Monday prior to entering court in New York City, President Donald Trump said the gag order imposed on him by Judge Juan Merchan is “not fair” and argued that the scope of the gag order infringes upon his constitutional right to free speech. On Monday, Judge Merchan fined Trump $1,000 for violating the gag order and emphasized that continued violations could result in Trump being sent to jail. 6:15pm- On Monday, former Press Secretary—and current MSNBC host—Jen Psaki stated that she did not believe it's necessary for President Joe Biden to do more press conferences in order to win reelection in 2024. 6:20pm- After leaving court on Monday, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump revealed that his “hush money” trial may last another 2 to 3 weeks—which will keep him off the campaign trail. 6:25pm- In a soon to be released book, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem reveals that she shot and killed a 14-month-old dog and a goat after the two animals misbehaved. Republicans and Democrats alike have rightfully spoken out against her actions, though she has defended herself explaining the incident is proof she is capable of making tough decisions. Did she just end her political career? It certainly seems like it. 6:30pm- Shia Kapos of Politico investigated the source of funding for anti-Israel protests on college campuses. Unsurprisingly, the biggest funders also happen to be some of President Joe Biden's biggest campaign donors—including George Soros and the Pritzker family. You can read the full article here:  https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/05/pro-palestinian-protests-columbia-university-funding-donors-00156135 6:40pm- A video that has gone viral on social media show's a Jewish student at University of Pennsylvania being harassed and threatened by non-student protesters on the school's campus. Will Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner do anything to protect students? Of course not! 6:50pm- Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA) unveils an incredible new conspiracy theory while being interviewed on MSNBC—violent MAGA supporters are “training up in the hills!”

Dickinson College has rescinded its invitation to Michael to be its commencement speaker. Listen to his response here, which is also written in full at Smerconish.com. In short, Michael says "We are doing our youth, future leaders, and nation a disservice if the civil, deliberative speech of the type I would have delivered at Dickinson is now unwelcome because it is easier to yield to the uninformed than to invest the time necessary to make reasoned decisions." Original air date 6 May 2024.

The Maryland Air National Guard will no long fly low-level training flights over the PA Wilds.  Legislation passed by the state Senate would let energy companies bypass state agencies when securing a permit to build. Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed budget includes a significant increase in funding to reduce gun violence in communities. Ethnic intimidation charges have been filed against a Carlisle man for posting an anti-Semitic note at the door of the Asbell Center for Jewish Life at Dickinson College. Berks County is investigating an allegation of voter fraud that came to light during a choir practice. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lockdowns had hidden costs for those needing healthcare access. Shamma Alam, associate professor of economics and chairperson of the department of international studies at Dickinson College, explores this. Shamma A. Alam is Associate Professor of Economics and Chairperson of the Department of International Studies at Dickinson College. He is an expert on economic shocks and […]

In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Northeast Coordinator and Agriculture Specialist Chris Lent talks to Matt Steiman, the Farm Energy and Livestock Manager at Dickinson College Organic Farm in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, about the farm's new biodigester. A farm-based biodigester can turn cow manure and food waste into natural gas to produce electricity for the farm to use and to sell to the utility grid.  Matt and Chris discuss Matt's research over the past 14 years on turning waste streams into biofuels and how that research led to the new biodigester's design and its installation at the farm.   The discussion covers the unusual scale of the project, which was designed to manage the manure from 150 dairy cows and up to three tons of food waste daily. The project is meant to demonstrate to mid-sized farms across Pennsylvania and elsewhere that it is possible to manage waste streams in an environmentally sound way bytransforming them into a source of carbon-neutral energy.    Related ATTRA Resources: ·        Biodiesel Use, Handling, and Fuel Quality ·        Micro-Scale Biogas Production: A Beginners Guide ·        Anaerobic Digestion of Animal Waters: Factors to Consider   Other Resources: ·        Biogas – Dickinson College Organic Farm ·        Dickinson College YouTube Channel ·        USDA Rural Energy for America Program Renewable Energy Systems & EnergyEfficiency Improvement Guaranteed Loans & Grants ·        USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) On-Farm Energy Initiative  Contact Chris Lent at chrisl@ncat.org.          Please complete a brief survey to let us know your thoughts about the content of this podcast.  You can get in touch with NCAT/ATTRA specialists and find access to our trusted,practical sustainable-agriculture publications, webinars, videos, and otherresources at ATTRA.NCAT.ORG.  

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.    Hello there cult awareness content nerds: We see you. We honor you. And let's be honest: We are you. In this episode we (finally!) sit down with OG anti-cult crusader Rick Alan Ross for a chat about NXIVM,  what it's like to be sued simultaneously by Keith Raniere and Werner Erhard, and the ongoing audacity of the whole weird world of  LGATs. This ALBC guest is a perennial thorn in the side of any and every modern cult that's ever culted. Get ready to get schooled, and enjoy this one, kids.   SHOW NOTES:  Rick Alan Ross is the founder and Executive Director of The Cult Education Institute. He is an internationally known expert regarding destructive cults, controversial groups and movements and author of the book "Cults Inside Out: How People Get In and Can Get Out." Since 1982 he has been studying, researching and responding to the problems often posed by controversial authoritarian groups and movements.   Ross has been qualified and accepted and testified as an expert witness in court proceedings across the United States including US Federal Court. He has also frequently assisted local and national law enforcement and government agencies.   He has personally assisted thousands of families in an effort to help the victims of destructive cults, groups and movements.   Ross is one of the most readily recognized experts offering analysis about destructive cults, controversial groups and movements in the world today. GQ Magazine identified "Rick Alan Ross [as] America's leading cult expert." And Britain's FHM Magazine named him "America's number one cult buster."   He has been a paid consultant for the television networks CBS, CBC and Nippon of Japan. And also was retained as a technical consultant by Miramax/Disney.   Ross' commentary has been quoted within publications such as Time Magazine, People, The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, The Boston Globe and theWashington Post.   His appearances on national television have included a wide range of venues from news programs such as the "Today Show, "CNN World News," "Dateline", ABC 20/20 and "48 Hours" to popular interview shows such as "Oprah," "Dr. Phil" and "Inside Edition."   Ross has lectured at such prestigious institutions as Dickinson College, the University of Chicago, Carnegie Mellon University, Baylor University, University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Wuhan University, China, Zhengzhou University, China, GuangXi International University, China, Heilongjiang University, China, Shandong University, China and Assumption University, Thailand.   Ross' analysis has been sought on virtually every major cult story for decades. Also…Let it be known far and wide, loud and clear that…   The views and opinions expressed on A Little Bit Culty do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. Nobody's mad at you, just don't be a culty fuckwad.   Check out our lovely sponsors Join ‘A Little Bit Culty' on Patreon Get poppin' fresh ALBC Swag Support the pod and smash this link Cult awareness and recovery resources   CREDITS:  Executive Producers: Sarah Edmondson & Anthony Ames Production Partner: Citizens of Sound Producer: Will Retherford Writer & Co-Creator: Jess Tardy Theme Song: “Cultivated” by Jon Bryant co-written with Nygel Asselin  

* WARNING* Suicide is briefly mentioned in this episode. Guiding New Dance Teachers Hosted by: Anna Harsh Guest Debora Engerman shares her story of how and why she became a Ballet teacher. She offers tips and advice of how new teachers can be more confident and ways to cope with nervousness. Deborah Engerman trained under Wally Saunders in Pikesville, Maryland, from 1977 to 1979, and with the Baltimore Ballet School (formerly the Maryland Ballet School) under the direction of Wendy Robinson from 1979 to 1985, in the RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) tradition. Her classical studies also included training with Petrus Bosman, David Keener, and Christine Hennessy at National Academy of the Arts and Virginia School of the Arts. While pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in International Policy and Management Studies at Dickinson College from 1986 to 1990, she continued her study of classical ballet with the teachers of Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet. Her dance training includes Vaganova technique, French methodology, Martha Graham technique, and the Dance Education Program at Towson University. She has staged ballets including The Nutcracker and Swan Lake: Act II. For more than three decades, dancers under Engerman's tutelage have gone on to earn professional contracts and danced with companies including American Ballet Theatre, Ballet Inc., Boston Ballet, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Nashville Ballet, Texture Ballet, Universal Ballet, the Vienna Opera Ballet, the Washington Ballet, and on Broadway. She has also coached dancers for numerous international competitions, such as the Prix de Lausanne, the Varna International Ballet Competition, and Youth America Grand Prix. Her student Adrienne Canterna took the Junior Gold Medal at the 1998 Jackson USA International Ballet Competition. For most of 2010, Engerman toured Europe as ballet mistress for Rock the Ballet, of Sweetbird Productions. Order Anna's Book: https://a.co/d/8QJa4I6 ORDER Let's Talk about Fifth: https://www.amazon.com/Lets-Talk-About-Fifth-Teaching/dp/B0CBT4YCSN/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pl_foot_top?ie=UTF8 Deborah's website: https://www.deborahengerman.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anna-harsh/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anna-harsh/support

  The glass ceiling – a metaphor for a barrier that kept women and other marginalized people from advancing – usually in their careers. The term is and was used often when a woman had reached a position or place in society for the first time. Breaking through the glass ceiling was seen as how far we've come as a society. But that glass ceiling isn't the final destination or even the ultimate barrier for many women. What about the "glass walls?" Wilson College's Chief Information Officer Amy Diehl has identified obstacles that women in the workplace still face in a book she co-wrote called Glass Walls: Shattering the Six Gender Bias Barriers Still Holding Women Back at Work. Through their research, comparing women's experiences and anecdotes, Diehl and her co-author Dr. Leanne Dzubinski found the top six barriers woman are up against and that contribute to bias are male privilege, disproportionate constraints, insufficient support, devaluation, hostility and acquiescence. Dr. Diehl will appear with Dickinson College's Chief Information Officer, Jill Forrester, Monday, April 8 at 7 p.m. at Dickinson's Anita Tuvin Schlecter Auditorium to discuss gender bias. Both Dr. Diehl and  Forrester were with us on The Spark Monday. Diehl went into depth about the six walls,"Male privilege is men's inherent advantage caused by workplace cultures in which men are the leaders. They control the resources, they set the standards, and they assign women to a second class status. So women are allowed into the organization in ways that support the males, the men's privilege. The second one is disproportionate constraints. So again, women are allowed into the workplace, but they are constrained to act in ways that are supportive of the men and held to unequal standards when compared to the men...The third one is insufficient support, where women lack access to social structures and networks that would help them to advance. And it actually includes unsupportive leadership, in which leaders ignore women's needs or concerns. The fourth one is devaluation. It attempts to make women seem unimportant and detract from their authority. One example is, something that we, we didn't coin is term, but it's a term that's out there. It's called office housework. It's when women are assigned all the tasks that aren't, what are typically thought of as promotable tasks. So it's like cleaning the office refrigerator, taking notes in a meeting, even just helping a colleague with a project. It's, you know, it's all those things that that it's like, well, you're the woman, you're expected to do it. And if you to say no to that, you're going to get backlash...Fifth one out of the six is hostility, hostility and active, resistance to women's presence in the workplace through overt discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The goal of hostilities to keep women in their supposed place. And then the last, as a result of all the other barriers, is acquiescence. Where women internalize the obstacles, accept them as valid, and adapt to the limitations. One example is that being silent on issues, self-silencing, keeping quiet on workplace sexism, or even their own experience of experiences of harassment. And that's a self protection mechanism." Forrester suggested that the COVID-19 pandemic that brought so many abrupt changes to Americans' lives were even more burdensome for working women who most often had to take care of children who were out of school and maintain households,"It was women who put their careers on hold and in many cases, actually stepped out of the workforce altogether. It wasn't that, well, I, I need to work part time or I'll work in after hours. They actually had to step out of the workforce. And when that happens to a woman who's on a professional trajectory towards leadership, it's not just if they step out of the workforce for a year that they've been set back a year. It can it really is a setback of could be 5 to 10 years on their professional trajectory to once again get the leadership opportunities that perhaps they were aspiring to. So very definitely a very real impact, to women, during the pandemic." Diehl's book offers dozens of suggestions to reduce or stop gender bias.  Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to US Presidents, it's not easy to agree on much these days. But one thing that has remained consistent is the man widely considered to be the best president in history: Abraham Lincoln.In this first episode of our three part series, we're finding out about Lincoln's rise to power and key policies as the President of the United States.Don speaks to Matthew Pinsker, Professor of History at Dickinson College and author of 'Lincoln's Sanctuary: Abraham Lincoln' and 'The Soldiers' Home'.Produced by Sophie Gee. Edited by Aidan Lonergan. Senior Producer was Charlotte Long.Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for $1 per month for 3 months with code AMERICANHISTORY sign up at https://historyhit/subscription/ You can take part in our listener survey here.

20th-century automobile travel was supposed to represent freedom, but what else did it represent? Professor Cotten Seiler from Dickinson College joins us to discuss the difficulties and hazards of traveling in the United States faced by African-American motorists in the 20th Century, especially during the height of segregation and Jim Crow. Specifically, we learn how important guides like the Negro Motorist Green Book and the popular Travelguide: Vacation and Recreation Without Humiliation were to the reality of “traveling while black.” Encore Episode.

In today's two-part episode, we're delving into one of the potentially more confusing aspects of what colleges want — “positive character attributes” — which 65.8% of colleges give considerable or moderate importance.  In part 1, I'm joined by Tom Bear (VP for Enrollment at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology) and Bob Massa (former chief admissions/enrollment officer at Johns Hopkins University, Dickinson College and Drew University) to discuss: What are these positive character attributes? Why are they important to colleges? How do colleges decide which qualities to seek and how to evaluate for them? How do students show these qualities in their application?  Part 2 is with Trisha Ross Anderson, from the Harvard Graduate School of Education's Making Caring Common Project, and we get into: How Making Caring Common helps colleges figure out what they are looking for How some colleges are working to increase access and equity in admissions Advice to parents as they navigate this process with their students Tom Bear has been working in college enrollment since 1987 at a variety of institutions, including as VP for Enrollment at University of Evansville, Senior Director of Enrollment at Notre Dame and now as the VP for Enrollment at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He joined the Character Collaborative in 2017, served as Board Chair and will chair NACAC's Character Focus Initiative. Bob Massa got his Doctorate in Higher Education from Columbia, served as the chief admissions/enrollment officer at Johns Hopkins University, Dickinson College and Drew University and Co- founded the Character Collaborative in 2016. Although he has retired from full-time work after 45 years of campus-based work, he is an adjunct professor at the University of Southern California's online masters program in enrollment management. Trisha Ross Anderson has served on research teams at the Harvard Graduate School of Education for the past 13 years. She's worked with the Making Caring Common (MCC) Project to help write reports including one called Turning the Tide that focuses on reform of the college admission process. She leads MCC's college admissions initiatives with Richard Weissbourd and currently serves on NACAC's Character Focus Initiative Advisory Council.    Play-by-Play 0:00 - Meet Tom Bear and Bob Massa (Part 1) 2:12 - What do colleges mean by “positive character attributes”?  3:55 - What are some examples of these “positive character attributes”?   4:58 - Why is it important for students, parents, and counselors to think about these qualities? 7:16 - How do colleges decide what qualities they're looking for? 12:04 - How do colleges evaluate students for these qualities? 13:09 - Example of a rubric on extraordinary commitment to others 19:10 - Why don't colleges share their rubrics for what they're looking for? 21:18 - What can students do to better understand what a particular school is looking for? 24:08 - How do colleges evaluate “character” in an applicant?  29:58 - What is the high school profile and how is it used in a student's evaluation? 31:20 - Why is it important to think about positive character attributes now? 35:56 - How can students demonstrate these qualities in their college applications?  40:00 - What can parents do to help their students in this process?  42:01 - Meet Trisha Ross Anderson (Part 2) 43:09 - What is the Making Caring Common (MCC) project? 44:37 - How is MCC working with colleges?  46:17 - Why is it difficult to create a rubric for these qualities? 48:16 - How is MCC helping colleges decide on what they are looking for?  52:45 - How is MCC helping colleges to increase equity and access in the college admissions process? 57:33 - Advice for parents on navigating this process with their students 1:01:31 - Closing thoughts    Resources Making Caring Common Character Assessment in College Admission Guide Turning the Tide (2016): Inspiring Concern for Others and the Common Good Through College Admissions Turning the Tide II (2019): How Parents and High Schools Can Cultivate Ethical Character and Reduce Distress in The College Admissions Process How (and Why) to Uplevel Your School Profile Post-SCOTUS: A Guide for Counselors that Predominantly Serve First Generation, Low-Income and/or Underrepresented Students of Color How to Research Colleges Without Visiting a Campus How to Choose a College: A Step-By-Step Guide How to Use the Common App Additional Information Section: Guide + Examples Ideas from Ethan for finding what you care about + finding content for your application:  Values Exercise (2 min) If you really, really knew me… (1 hr)

In this episode of The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast, Seth Serxner is joined by David Hoke, Head of Consumer Experience and Well-Being at RightMove, the only nationwide virtual triage and physical therapy platform. David brings over 25 years of expertise in corporate health and well-being, having spearheaded strategic health initiatives for Fortune 500 companies, including Walmart. Focused on authentic engagement and documented outcomes for diverse populations globally, David is dedicated to enhancing the health of RightMove's clientele.David is a sought-after speaker on well-being, the future of work, and technology, and has sponsored successful start-ups in Fintech, mHealth, and value-based design. He holds a degree from Dickinson College and a Masters from New York University with an emphasis on kinesiology and therapeutic exercise.In this episode, Seth and David dive deep into the pivotal role of health literacy in the context of workforce well-being. They discuss their experiences and insights, sharing thought-provoking ideas on how to create a humanistic view of health care, emphasizing that we are more alike than different and striving for a universal solution to the challenges of health literacy.David sheds light on his new venture at RightMove and his mission to address musculoskeletal health in a holistic and meaningful way. He shares compelling insights on creating emotional connections and using pain and discomfort as a powerful anchor to initiate habit formation and overall well-being. They also touch upon the importance of peer-to-peer influence and creating movements toward better health.In a wide-ranging conversation, Seth and David discuss:☑️ The importance of understanding that people's healthcare experiences are emotional rather than transactional.☑️ Creating more accessible and engaging health literacy resources for diverse audiences.☑️ The importance of peer-to-peer influence and creating a sense of community in promoting better health.☑️ Helping individuals make informed and emotionally resonant decisions about their health, especially during vulnerable moments.☑️ The challenges of health literacy and the need for a more engaging approach☑️ And much more.Thanks, David!For show notes and resources, visit www.edlogics/podcast.About The Health Literacy 2.0 Podcast from EdLogicsImproving health literacy — the ability to understand and act on health information — is key to improving health outcomes and lowering costs.Together with business and community leaders, we'll explore effective, behavior-changing solutions that can improve health literacy — and drive engagement in corporate and public health and wellness programs.☑️ Learn About EdLogicsWant to see how EdLogics' gamified platform can boost health literacy, drive engagement in health and wellness programs, and help people live happier, healthier lives?Visit www.edlogics.com. 

Founded as a Phoenician city, Utica became an important Roman colony on what is now the Tunisian coast, but it never managed to get past a healthy rivalry with nearby Carthage. Guest: Assistant Professor J. Andrew Dufton (Archeology, Dickinson College)

After months in the making, the College Squash Show is here. University of Pennsylvania Men's Head Squash Coach Gilly Lane will join me bi-weekly, to Breakdown the latest happenings, news, and updates, from the world of college squash. In episode 1, Jackson and Gilly open the show with a discussion about the current landscape of college squash, analyzing the brand new 12 team National Championship bracket and chatting about Jackson's weekend in Lancaster Pennsylvania, playing 3 matches for Denison University against Dickinson College, Wesleyan University, and Franklin and Marshall College. Then, they get into their conversation with Tufts men's and women's squash coach Joe Raho. Joe was teammates with Gilly at U Penn over a decade ago and is still one of his best friends. Jackson asks the pair about their coaching philosophies, coaches in other sports they look up to, and much more. Great opening episode of a series Gilly and Jackson are incredibly passionate about and hope to grow in true coming weeks months and years and we hope you all enjoy! 

Facing tough times ahead, higher education enrollment is at a critical juncture, as discussed by seasoned experts Drumm McNaughton, Bill Conley, and Bob Massa in this episode. They examine the current landscape, characterized by fluctuating student numbers, the next two demographic cliffs, and changing educational trends. Drawing from recent reports by the National Student Clearinghouse and the College Board, they explore changing demographics, public skepticism towards higher education, and the unintended results of trending financial strategies.   Key Discussion Points Enrollment Trends and Challenges:   Significant long-term changes in higher education enrollment patterns post-COVID-19. Decreased enrollment in traditional four-year colleges, with a notable shift towards certificate programs. Racial demographics show flat rates for white students and increases for Asian and Latin/Hispanic students, with challenges persisting for predominantly white institutions.   Reframing Financial Dynamics in Higher Ed:   Discussion on the disparity between the sticker price and the net price of college education. Increased discounting by colleges is leading to reduced net revenues and potential implications for service and support levels. Highlighting the need for transparent communication about true costs and financial aid opportunities.   Strategic Adaptation for Higher Education Institutions:   Importance of understanding and adapting to market needs, including an emphasis on employability and alignment with workforce demands. The role of college missions in guiding responses to current challenges and the necessity to revisit and update them as needed. Importance of investing in strong enrollment management leadership.   Accelerated Evolution of Higher Learning Structures:   Predictions of ongoing demographic declines and their impact on enrollment. The necessity for higher education institutions to innovate and adapt to a potentially prolonged period of stagnation or decline in traditional student enrollment. Emphasis on strategic mergers, collaborations, and program adjustments to remain viable.   Three Key Takeaways for Higher Education Leaders and Boards   Acknowledge and respond proactively to the current demographic and financial challenges. Prioritize transparent communication about the value and cost of education. Embrace adaptability in institutional missions and practices to align with evolving market demands and expectations.   Final Thoughts The episode concludes with a call for boldness and creativity in addressing these unprecedented challenges in higher education. The guests emphasized the importance of strategic leadership and innovation in navigating these turbulent times.   Read the transcript on our website →   About Our Podcast Guests Principals at Enrollment Intelligence Now Robert Massa Dr. Robert Massa, a seasoned professional in higher education enrollment, began his career in 1974 at Colgate University and retired in 2019 from Drew University. His career trajectory included key positions at Union College, Johns Hopkins University, Dickinson College, and Lafayette College. Massa's expertise extends to teaching, currently as an adjunct professor at the University of Southern California. He is known for his insights on data modeling in admissions, financial aid strategies, and non-academic criteria in admissions, contributing to several national publications and speaking at conferences. His educational background includes a BA from the University of Rochester and an EdD from Columbia University.  William Conley Bill Conley began his career in education as an AP History teacher and coach at Delbarton School, transitioning into higher education enrollment management in 1980. His notable career includes roles at Lafayette College, Drew University, Case Western Reserve University, and Johns Hopkins University, before retiring in 2020 from Bucknell University. Throughout his forty-year career, Conley significantly improved admissions metrics and developed strategic infrastructures for recruitment and retention at each institution. He has been actively involved in professional organizations, holding leadership positions and contributing to publications in the field of higher education. Conley is a respected voice in higher education, frequently quoted and sought after for his insights and expertise. His educational background includes a BA from Colgate University and an M.Ed. from Harvard University. About the Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton, host of Changing Higher Ed®, is a consultant to higher education institutions in governance, accreditation, strategy and change, and mergers. To learn more about his services and other thought leadership pieces, visit his firm's website: https://changinghighered.com/. The Change Leader's Social Media Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdrumm/ Twitter: @thechangeldr Email: podcast@changinghighered.com   #HigherEdEnrollment #EnrollmentCliff #ChangingHigherEd      

In our FIRST ever episode I sat down with Coach Aby Diop. Coach Aby has coached at Shenandoah University and Averett University. She is currently the head women's basketball coach at Dickinson College (Carlisle, PA). In this episode we discuss:Tips for emailing coachesTips for talking to coaches on the phoneThe role of social media in today's recruiting landscapeThe impact high school/AAU coaches can have on the recruiting processQuestions Coach Aby likes to ask student athletes and parents while on visits!Actions that might get you crossed off a coach's list!And much more!If you've enjoyed this episode make sure you subscribe and leave us a review!Dickinson WBB InstagramDickinson Women's Basketball Recruit QuestionnaireCheck out Hoops Through Life on: Hoops Through Life WebsiteInstagramFacebookIf you're feeling overwhelmed with the recruiting process sign up for a free 30-minute Strategy Session Today!If you have any questions for me or our future guests email el@hoopsthroughlife.com

John is the founding attorney and current managing partner at the firm, The Law Office of John Butler.  John grew up in Amherst, New Hampshire.  Strategy and tactical thinking were drilled into him from an early age: he took his first chess lesson around age four and didn't stop until, among innumerable other championships, a national chess title in Charlotte in 1999.  After high school John attended Dickinson College in Pennsylvania, graduating with a major in Computer Science and Mathematics. A full academic scholarship to Tulane Law School brought John down from the North to New Orleans in 2004, where he met his wife, Dr. Isolde Butler, and has stayed ever since.  John has operated his own firm in complex tax planning and defense for the past fourteen years.  In that time, John has personally handled thousands of advisory cases, tax workouts, criminal defenses and requests for specific tax advice on behalf of clients ranging from individuals to local businesses to Fortune 500 financial institutions. John fondly describes defending his clients as playing chess on paper. Make sure to subscribe to our Spaghetti on the Wall Podcast for more content every Friday! #LeducEntertainment #TheSocialMarketingKing #SpaghettiontheWall #podcast #fortune500 #businessowner #CEO #highvalue #importantconversations #trailer

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Founder & CEO of Delia Associates, Ed Delia.Delia Associates works with clients who are part of the supply chain of larger brands, helping them position themselves to win in the market and drive growth. One recurring challenge they face is attracting talent to these B2B companies, which may not always appear attractive to the rising generation.Ed also discussed the importance of brand building and the need to communicate effectively with existing customers and prospects. Their work with clients typically starts with a conversation about the brand's vision and whether it is living up to its potential. They aim to help companies overcome brand-related obstacles and become more competitive.Ed emphasizes the importance of quality over quantity when it comes to prospects. They aim to provide their clients with five incredible prospect opportunities rather than 100 mediocre ones. They believe a quality brand will attract quality prospects by focusing on quality, leading to successful business partnerships.The conversation then shifted to the balance between what a brand does and who they are. Many companies focus on their brand's functional aspect, highlighting what they do. However, Delia Associates believes in incorporating an emotional component into the brand positioning. They aim to tap into the emotions of their target audience positively and authentically, as even professional buyers are influenced by emotion.Key Points from the Episode:Ed Delia's background and Delia AssociatesImportance of branding and attracting talent in B2B landscapeChallenges of attracting talent to B2B companiesImportance of brand building and effective communicationDelia Associates' approach to marketing communicationsFocus on quality over quantity in prospect opportunitiesBalancing what a brand does and who they areEmotional component in brand positioningAbout Ed Delia:Ed Delia is the President of Delia Associates, a position he assumed in 2000 after joining the company in 1995. He succeeded his father and company founder, Michael Delia. Under Ed's leadership, Delia Associates has significantly transformed from a traditional advertising and PR agency into a digital-focused hub for B2B brands. This transformation has led to substantial growth, with the company more than tripling.Its proprietary B2B growth platform, the Brand Leadership Solution®, introduced in 2003, is a cornerstone of the company's success. This methodology has been instrumental in developing, transforming, or revitalizing over 150 brands. Ed heads a team of 15 professionals who provide brand development and digital and traditional marketing services to a global clientele.Delia Associates has also established itself as a HubSpot B2B Implementation Partner for over a decade and has earned 49 industry awards in the last three years alone. Ed holds a B.A. in English from Dickinson College and is a respected speaker at various business organizations and a guest lecturer at regional colleges and universities.About Delia Associates:Delia Associates is a versatile agency offering comprehensive branding and marketing services, including web design and development, social media management, PR, tradeshow support, and strategic search engine marketing and SEO solutions. Their expertise lies in enhancing the identities of businesses that operate within various B2B sectors, such as Specialty Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials Development, Product Development, and Financial...

Episode #193 dives into what does it takes to transition from a college football player to a successful health and wellness entrepreneur. Our guest for this episode, Dominic Fusco, lets us in on his extraordinary journey, his unique morning routine, and the power of gratitude and little things in life. His story is one of resilience, creativity, and stepping out of comfort zones, from his days on the field at Dickinson College to his cardiac arrest experience and the life-altering perspective it has given him. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of Dominic's morning routine, his content creation process, and his approach to reaching peak productivity. Hear about his unique practice of visiting a new coffee shop every week to fuel his creativity and how he leverages the power of a gratitude mindset to appreciate the human experience. Dominic's story is not just about health and wellness, it's about finding balance, pursuing passion, and making the most of every moment.In the final segment of our discussion, Dominic opens up about his decision to take a gap semester during his senior year of college. This pivotal decision paved the way for his current success and gave him a newfound understanding of the value of time. Drawing from his experiences and insights, he shares invaluable advice for young creators about pursuing passions with intelligence and intensity. Join us for this inspiring episode and discover the potency of human connections, the transformative power of personal experiences, and how they can spark impactful conversations.---Want to see more of the AP? Subscribe to the AP YouTube channel here.---Check out Dave's stuff on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn ---Produced by Rise Virtually -  LinkedIn---Pure Ambition Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@dominicfusco---Other episodes you might enjoy:World Strongest Man Mitchell Hooper,  Taylor Learmont (Little "T" Fitness), Bruce Boudreau (Vancouver Canucks), Rhonda Rajsich (Most Decorated US Racquetball player), Aaron Brown (Canadian 4 x 100 Gold Medalist), Zion Clark (Netflix docuseries), Jana Webb (Founder of JOGA), Ben Johns (#1 Pickleball Player in the World), Jordan Shallow (Founder of Pre-Script), Vincent Trocheck (NHL All-star) New York Rangers, AJ Galante (Netflix Docuseries - Untold Stories), Jennifer Cohen Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok | Spotify | Apple | Google

Adrienne Su joins Kevin Young to read “The Longing to Be Saved,” by Maxine Kumin, and her own poem “The Days.” Su is a professor and Poet-in-Residence at Dickinson College, whose work has been recognized by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Pushcart Prize, and the Money for Women/Barbara Deming Memorial Fund.

Alisa Perren is Professor in the Department of Radio-Television-Film and Co-Director of the Center for Entertainment and Media Industries at The University of Texas at Austin and editorial collective member of the journal Media Industries.   Gregory Steirer is Associate Professor of English and Film Studies at Dickinson College and a former National Endowment for the Humanities fellow and researcher for the Carsey-Wolf Center's Media Industries Project.   In part two of our episode on The American Comic Book Industry and Hollywood, we'll be discussing why/how has the comic book industry retained its own practices and structure despite the conglomeratisation of media industries, how the comic industry has dealt with digital formats, the different business models in comics publishers and their dependence on Hollywood licensing IP, and the future of the relationship between the American comics industry and Hollywood. Take a listen.     If you would like to buy your own copy of The American Comic Book Industry and Hollywood, go to the Bloomsbury website and use code POD35 followed your respective country code, US, UK, CA, AU, depending on where you are located.   Americas customers (excluding Canada): POD35US UK and rest of world customers: POD35UK Canada customers: POD35CA Australia and New Zealand customers: POD35AU

Alisa Perren is Professor in the Department of Radio-Television-Film and Co-Director of the Center for Entertainment and Media Industries at The University of Texas at Austin and editorial collective member of the journal Media Industries.   Gregory Steirer is Associate Professor of English and Film Studies at Dickinson College and a former National Endowment for the Humanities fellow and researcher for the Carsey-Wolf Center's Media Industries Project.   Together, they are the authors of The American Comic Book Industry and Hollywood, which traces the evolving relationship between the two industries from the launch of X-Men, Spider-Man, and Smallville in the early 2000s through the ascent of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the Arrowverse, and the Walking Dead Universe in the 2010s. In this episode, we'll be delving into why have "superhero films" become the culturally dominant type of film in the 21st century, the lack of understanding film and TV people have about what artists do in comics, why comics has largely been a precarious industry to work in as a creator, and much much more. Take a listen.     If you would like to buy your own copy of The American Comic Book Industry and Hollywood, go to the Bloomsbury website and use code POD35 followed your respective country code, US, UK, CA, AU, depending on where you are located.   Americas customers (excluding Canada): POD35US UK and rest of world customers: POD35UK Canada customers: POD35CA Australia and New Zealand customers: POD35AU

We hope you enjoy this lecture given by Christian Keller at the CWI's 2023 Summer Conference, June 9, 2023. You can hear an interview with Christian about this topic on our Patreon channel. Just go to www.patreon.com/addressinggettysburg Since 2011, Dr. Christian B. Keller has been Professor of History in the Department of National Security and Strategy at the United States Army War College, Carlisle, PA, where he teaches courses for senior leaders on the theory of war and strategy, national security policy and strategy, and the American Civil War. In 2017 he was named the General Dwight D. Eisenhower Chair of National Security and in 2019 became the Director of the Military History Program for the school. Previously, he served as Professor of Military History for five and a half years at the Army Command and General Staff College, Ft. Belvoir, VA, and has also taught at numerous civilian institutions, including Shippensburg University, Gettysburg College, Dickinson College, and Washington and Lee University. In 2001-2002, after completing his Ph.D, Dr. Keller was a Fulbright Professor of American History at the University of Jena, Germany. Along with many scholarly articles focusing on strategic, operational, and ethnic topics in the Civil War, he is author of The Great Partnership: Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, and the Fate of the Confederacy (Pegasus, 2019); author of  Chancellorsville and the Germans: Nativism, Ethnicity, and Civil War Memory (Fordham, 2007); co-author of Damn Dutch: Pennsylvania Germans at Gettysburg (Stackpole/Rowman-Littlefield, 2004); co-author of The Civil War: A Visual History (Dorling-Kindersley/Smithsonian Institution, 2011); and co-author of Pennsylvania: A Military History (Westholme, 2016). His newest book, Southern Strategies: Why the Confederacy Failed was published by the University Press of Kansas in June 2021. Dr. Keller's next project, a new narrative of the Army of Northern Virginia based on dozens of previously unpublished wartime letters written by generals and staff officers, is currently in the final research phases with a prospective publication date in early 2024. A native of Carlisle, Dr. Keller lives with his wife, Kelley, in an antebellum house that witnessed the occupation of Carlisle Barracks by Confederate troops at the end of June 1863.