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Recently, the U.S. has experienced several financial crises - all of them hard on American families.  In 2008, over eight million Americans lost their jobs in the Great Recession. In 2020, unemployment was at 13 percent thanks to the COVID pandemic. By early 2025, the economy had recovered and unemployment had dropped back to the 4 percent range. Then sweeping new tariffs sent the stock market reeling.  Vicki Bogan, who studies household finance, inequality and investment decision making, talks with Manoj Mohanan, Interim Dean of the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University, about what this latest financial shock might mean for families. Read show notes/transcript at our website.

Part 1 - Dr. Kenny Hendrickson, Interim Dean of UVI Graduate Studies, Dr. Gary Molloy, as well as Dr. Christa-Ann Molloy, speak with Jamila Russell about the graduate studies program, which offers in-depth investigation of a subject of study as the next step in the academic journey.

In this episode, Scott Marshall, President & CEO of Semester at Sea, joins the show to discuss the transformative power of study abroad. Scott shares his personal journey from faculty member to leading one of the most unique global education programs, including navigating the challenges of the pandemic. He also dives into the importance of experiential learning, the role of study abroad in student success, and why higher ed leaders should invest more in global education. If you're passionate about innovative learning experiences, this episode is for you!Guest Name: Scott Marshall, President and Chief Executive Officer at Semester At Sea / ISEGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Scott Marshall is the host of the As Unexpected Podcast and President and CEO of the Institute for Shipboard Education, a 61-year-old nonprofit that directs Semester at Sea, the world's leading comparative study abroad program.Prior to joining Semester at Sea, Marshall was a Professor of Management, Vice Provost and Interim Dean in the College of Business at Portland State University. Scott's life-long commitment to global education and travel was born out of a study abroad program in Japan as an undergraduate. Scott, his wife, and their two children sailed on the Spring 2017 voyage of Semester at Sea, after which he joined the organization as Vice President of Academic Affairs. He has served as President since January 2020. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com.Attend the 2025 Engage Summit! The Engage Summit is the premier conference for forward-thinking leaders and practitioners dedicated to exploring the transformative power of AI in education. Explore the strategies and tools to step into the next generation of student engagement, supercharged by AI. You'll leave ready to deliver the most personalized digital engagement experience every step of the way.Register now to secure your spot in Charlotte, NC, on June 24-25, 2025! Early bird registration ends February 1st -- https://engage.element451.com/register

Dr. Mei Zhao, Interim Dean for the Brooks College of Health, discusses how the University has grown, and how the heath care programs offered have evolved as part of UNF's strategic plan in cooperation with partners like Mayo Clinic, Baptist Health, and HCA Florida Memorial Hospital.

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  Starting Fall 2026, the University of Calgary is implementing a lottery admission process for the Faculty of Nursing's Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program. Dr. Catherine Laing, BPE, RN, PhD, Interim Dean, UCalgary Nursing joins the show to discuss the current nursing shortage in Alberta and how UCalgary is addressing this critical social need with a proactive, upstream solution with it's new lottery based admission process.Learn more about why UCalgary is making this change: https://nursing.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/bscn-lottery-admissions-processTo view more information about how the lottery based admission process will work: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/nursing Prospective Student Resources: How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organicUndergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organicChoose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organicConnect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organicWays to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organicFor more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025 YOUR guest is Dr. Jeff Shaman, Interim Dean of Columbia University Climate School YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Jodi Blinco This episode explores Columbia's innovative Climate School, the first new school at Columbia in over 25 years, & its solution-focused approach to climate education. The conversation examines how the Climate School prepares students to tackle real-world challenges through interdisciplinary programs, industry partnerships & hands-on experience. Dr. Shaman discusses the school's successful MA in Climate & Society program, upcoming MS in Climate degree, & how graduates are finding impactful roles across corporate, government, nonprofit & academic sectors. Key topics include curriculum development, joint programming with other schools, career placement success & the critical role of climate education in addressing global sustainability challenges. Listen in to #EdUp Do YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development? Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more? Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME AN #EdUp PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)! Want YOUR org to cover costs? Email: EdUp@edupexperience.com Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp! Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠ ● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! We make education YOUR business!

Send us a textBill Bartholomew speaks with Roger Williams University's Dr. Brian Wysor, Interim Dean, School of Social and Natural Sciences, Professor of Biology and Dr. Koty Sharp, Director, Center for Economic & Environmental Development, Associate Professor, Biology, Marine Biology, & Environmental Science about "Blue at RWU", an event showcasing marine research and innovation at RWU.Support the show

This is the tenth installment of the Positive Philter Dean Miniseries, featuring a captivating conversation with Dr. Shannon Davis, the Interim Dean of Mason Korea. Join us as we explore her inspiring journey in educational leadership, the unique challenges and rewards of living overseas, and how her family navigated life abroad during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Davis shares personal stories and insights that are both thought-provoking and entertaining. Don't miss this engaging episode of resilience, adaptation, and leadership! Shout Outs and Plugs Mason Korea Website: https://masonkorea.gmu.edu/ Follow Mason Korea on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/masonkorea Follow Mason Korea on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/masonkorea/ Follow Mason Korea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masonkorea Connect with Dr. Shannon Davis on LinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-n-davis-440b93173 Positive Philter Dean Miniseries: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YPuNMphGVW8CVdpRClu6x0yi6rVQ2XWdqM4bhWzatdM/edit?usp=sharing If you have a question for the podcast call 571-336-6560 or leave a question via this Google Form. Five Minute Journal by Intelligent Change Affiliate Code: https://www.intelligentchange.com/?rfsn=4621464.017186 Tappy Card “Electronic Business Card” Affiliate Code:  https://tappycard.com?ref:philip-wilkerson Please leave a rating/review of the Podcast https://lovethepodcast.com/positivephilter Intro music provided by DJ BIGyoks. Check out his Instagram and Soundcloud channel can be found here:  https://www.instagram.com/beats.byyoks/ https://soundcloud.com/dj-bigyoks Outro music provided by Ryan Rosemond. Check out his Soundcloud channel here: https://soundcloud.com/brothersrosemond/albums  Leave Your Feedback by filling out this audience survey: https://forms.gle/ncoNvWxMq2A6Zw2q8 Sign up for Positive Philter Weekly Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/g-LOqL Please follow Positive Philter: Positive Philter Facebook Page Positive Philter Twitter Positive Philter Instagram  If you would like to support the podcast, please consider donating to the Positive Philter Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/positivephilter Positive Philter was selected by FeedSpot as Top 20 Positive Thinking Podcasts on the web. https://blog.feedspot.com/positive_thinking_podcasts/ Jeff's Anti-Hunger Fund The Positive Philter Podcast is dedicated to Jeff Kirsch. A long-time supporter of the show and a major influence on this show's growth. Please support the careers of future advocates by donating to the Jeff Kirsch Fund for Anti-Hunger Advocacy. This fund was named after Jeff Kirsch for his decades of service in fighting hunger and inequality. Link to fund: https://frac.org/kirschfund Pats for Patriots  If you are a member of the #MasonNation, please consider sending a Pats for Patriots. Pats for Patriots are a free and easy way to thank, recognize, show appreciation for a Mason colleague or student who has taken the time to do something kind, generous or thoughtful towards others. For more information, visit: https://forms.office.com/r/HRZGvhdJEA We have received more than 2,000 nominations from the Mason community so far. Keep those nominations coming in!  

In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael, welcomes Guy Curtis, Director of Marketing at Laurel Ridge Community College, and his guest Heather Burton, Interim Dean of Early College and High School Partnerships. The discussion centers around dual enrollment opportunities offered by Laurel Ridge Community College, which allow high school students to take college-level courses and earn college credits before graduating. Janet introduces the topic and her guests, who elaborate on dual enrollment, its benefits, and the various programs offered. Heather explains that the college has 154 dual enrollment instructors who help over 2,500 students across the service region. She shares her personal experience with dual enrollment and emphasizes its benefits, including saving time and money and achieving academic credentials early. The discussion also touches on the role of career coaches, who provide free services to help students plan their futures, explore careers, and prepare for college. Heather underscores the importance of working with career coaches and the various resources available, including free textbooks for dual enrollees at their high schools. Guy Curtis shares his perspective as a parent of two high school students, highlighting how dual enrollment helps in college readiness, cost savings, and academic planning. He underscores the importance of early planning and communication with career coaches and school counselors. Heather and Guy provide practical advice for parents and students on navigating dual enrollment, including the timeline for signing up for courses, the role of DE specialists, and the advantages of taking dual enrollment classes at high schools. The episode wraps up with information on how parents and students can access these resources and the upcoming informational sessions. Learn more: https://laurelridge.edu/dual-enrollment/ 

Dr. Peterson is an Assistant Professor of Leadership in the Department of Leadership. He teaches in the Doctorate in Professional Leadership and the Master's in Management programs. He is also currently developing graduate courses focusing on higher education leadership. He previously worked as an Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership with emphases in higher education and student affairs at Minnesota State University, Moorhead. Prior to faculty roles, he served in multiple leadership roles in higher education and student affairs. These areas include residential life, financial aid, and student advising. Dr. Reynolds is a professor  civil procedure, conflict of laws, negotiation, and mediation at the University of Oregon. Her research interests include negotiation, dispute systems design, and cultural influences and implications of alternative processes. She holds the Orlando John and Marian H. Hollis endowed professorship at the law school. She is currently serving as the law school's Interim Dean. Dr. Noam Ebner is a professor at Creighton University and former chair of its online graduate program in negotiation and conflict resolution, he has over fifteen years of experience in online teaching, curricular design, and program development. He has consulted to other academic programs in these areas, and has supported many teachers in the negotiation, conflict resolution, and ADR fields in their transition to teaching online. Please check out these links from the episode: Star Wars and Conflict Resolution II: My Negotiations Will Not Fail Star Wars and Conflict Resolution Welcome to Dice in Mind, a podcast hosted by Bradley Browne and Jason A. Kaufman to explore the intersection of life, games, science, music, philosophy, and creativity through interviews with leading creatives. All are welcome in this space. Royalty-free music "Night Jazz Beats" courtesy of flybirdaudio.

That was Mohammad Elahinia. Mohammed is currently serving as Interim Dean of the College of Engineering, was most recently the Chair and a Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering (MIME). He serves as Director of the Dynamic and Smart Systems Laboratory at The University of Toledo. He has been on the faculty of UToledo since 2004. Mohammed graduated from Villanova University with an MS degree and from Virginia Tech with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering respectively in 2001 and 2004. Dr. Elahinia's research interests are in smart and active materials. His current research is focused on additive manufacturing of functional materials such as shape memory alloys for aerospace and biomedical application. Before we get started head over to www.3degreescompany.com and subscribe to the podcast. Remember you can listen to the show anywhere you download your podcasts including Spotify, Apple, Amazon, or Stitcher. Also, if you or your company are looking for materials, qualification, and or general Additive Manufacturing support. Reach out to the team through our website or via email at info@3degreescompany.com Be sure to check out our website www.3degreescompany.com for more content.

Welcome back to our 7th season of the Eccles Business Buzz! And what better way to kick it off than with our new Dean Kurt Dirks.Dean Dirks started his role just a few months ago, on July 1st, 2024. Prior to joining us here at the Eccles School, Dean Dirks was the Bank of America Professor of Leadership at the Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis. In addition to serving as a faculty member, Dean Dirks served in multiple senior leadership roles at WashU, including as Acting Provost, Senior Advisor to the Chancellor for Leadership, Vice Chancellor of International Affairs, and as Senior Associate Dean and Interim Dean at the Business School. Kurt sits down with Host Frances Johnson to share with us a bit about his journey as a first-generation college student, the critical role of public universities, and the importance of creating a culture of belonging at the Eccles School. Dean Dirks also discusses his vision for business impact, the significance of ethical leadership and trust, and the evolving landscape of business education and AI at Eccles.Eccles Business Buzz is a production of the David Eccles School of Business and is produced by University FM.Episode Quotes:The significance of ethical leadership and trust in shaping our approach to emerging technologies like AI [Dean Kirk Dirks] 22:01: We have a responsible AI initiative at the U, which is thinking about this, not just at the business school, but across the entire university. And so, it's something that we are a part of, our faculty are a part of, and thinking about that.On the other side of it is certainly thinking about helping our students understand their values. And when those values get challenged, how do they respond to them? Certainly, something important about being leader in whatever way we think about that, that term is really understanding your responsibility in society, in business to try to make the world better and how that applies in, you know, day to day life. And so, that's certainly one of the areas where I hope we can get each of our students to think about, that their role as a leader in society, making the world better and how that is steered by their values and their purpose.[Frances Johnson] And again, this idea that everything is business, right? We're not just learning to crunch numbers. We're not just learning to analyze data, but we're really thinking about, what's important to me? How can I bring that to an organization? How can I seek out organizations that align with that? And then how can I make a positive difference? So, the interconnection really continues.[Dean Kirk Dirks] Very powerful. There is no doubt that, if we help our students along all those facets, again, the values, the quantitative and economic skills that they have and the business mindset, I think we're going to serve them well for their life and career.How building trust can foster a unified community[Frances Johnson] 07:25: What role does trust play as we really try to build a cohesive community at the Eccles School where everyone has a place?[Dean Kirk] 07:44: In terms of the role of trust and how that fits with them, when we think about earning that trust, it really is around three things. And I think it speaks to this notion. One is a sense of competence and capability, that we have the knowledge and skills and support to really help them be able to succeed at what they want to do. Second is we talked about character, that piece of values that is important to allow students to feel a connection and that our values are consistent with theirs. And then the last piece, which really speaks directly to this is caring, that, often, when people want to be able to trust someone, they want to know that, we think about them and care about them. And I think that's a really important part of this set.Dean Kurt shares a piece of advice he wished he had when he was starting his college journey30:22: One of the most wonderful parts about being a university student is that self-discovery. You're certainly learning a lot about business, but equally important, learning a lot about yourselves and new paths. So, go out and try something new this semester. Meet a new group of people, try a new experience at the U, something that you may not have done before. And perhaps, you'll get a surprise that maybe it becomes your future.Show Links:Dean Dirks - The David Eccles School of BusinessKurt Dirks | LinkedInInstagram Post from Move-in Day 2024 at the US4E1: Helping Companies Do Good While Doing Well feat. Jim SorensonS6E7: Driving Economic Inclusion Through Entrepreneurship with the Eccles MBC w/ Rena Vanzo & Paul BrownDavid Eccles School of Business (@ubusiness) • InstagramEccles Alumni Network (@ecclesalumni) • Instagram 

Elizabeth Danze is a Professor of Architecture at UT. She has taught in the School of Architecture for over 30 years and has served as Interim Dean, Associate Dean for Graduate Programs, and Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs. She is a principal with Danze Blood Architects.  https://soa.utexas.edu/faculty/elizabeth-danze VISIT ⁠⁠https://www.designingaustinpodcast.com/⁠⁠ INSTA ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/designingaustin/⁠⁠ Music Credit: Jon Guerra WANG ARCHITECTS: ⁠⁠https://www.wangarchitects.com/

“When I make a diagnosis of cancer, that's changing the landscape of that patient's life forever. Their trajectory is being set by the words I write down on my report. So, that's why I say pathologists are the most important doctors you'll never meet,” explains Dr. Jennifer Hunt, interim dean at the  University of Florida College of Medicine. As she tells host Michael Carrese, it was the intervention of mentors that facilitated her exploration of pathology, sparking a passion in her for the importance of mentorship and sponsorship. Her career as a practitioner, educator and leader at some of the most prestigious health systems in the country has provided Dr. Hunt with many opportunities to pay that assistance forward and has led to an interest in coaching as an additional modality for career and personal development.  “In medicine, coaching has been underutilized but as a dean, I'm seeing more requests for recruitment packages that include coaching, and I think that shows it's becoming a more mainstream tool.”  This Raise the Line episode also covers how the college is preparing students to practice medicine in a world being reshaped by artificial intelligence, and the advantage of being able to offer them a wide range of clinical settings from urban to rural, and academic to community-based. “We have educational venues that cover all of the practice of medicine and that also opens up possibilities for doing community-based research and clinical trials enrollment across lots of different settings.” Mentioned in this episode: University of Florida College of Medicine

We revisit our conversation with Jimmy Howard, Interim Dean of Students, and Julia Morrill, Director of Basic Needs and Off-Campus Community Support, about our Basic Needs Program. The Basic Needs team connects students with campus and community resources to support their well-being, so that they can meet their academic goals.

Part 1:We talk with John Wigand, Prof. of Architecture and Interior Design, Interim Dean, College of Creative Arts, Miami University.We discuss the trend of converting office and commercial space to living space, to increase the availability of housing. We discuss how this can be done, and how zoning codes would have to change. We also talk about the benefits to be gained: walkability, mixed-use, less pollution due to shorter commuting distances, etc. We also discuss what infrastructure would be needed to support this: schools, stores, transit, etc.Part 2:We talk with Mark Joseph Stern, who writes for Slate.com.We discuss the latest ruling by SCOTUS on the use of bump stocks. When there is only one use for these devices (killing as many people as possible in the shortest amount of time), the convoluted argument used by Clarence Thomas to justify making these legal seems bizarre. This is part of SCOTUS attack on regulatory agencies, in this case, the ATF.  WNHNFM.ORG   production 

Over the past two years, a series of regional conflicts has resulted in diplomatic tensions and increased conflict. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has raised concerns about the future of Europe's diplomatic landscape. Additionally, renewed conflict in the Middle East, particularly following the October 7th terror attack, has led to questions about the future of the Israel-Palestine conflict, the threat posed by Iran, and the stability of relations between the West and the Arab world. Furthermore, China's persistent aggression towards Taiwan has heightened concerns about the potential for conflict in the Pacific region.This panel will examine how the US can effectively prioritize its engagement in these regions. Panelists will offer perspectives on whether greater attention should be given to Asia, Europe, or the Middle East, and how to address the specific challenges in each region.Featuring: Michael Allen, Managing Director, Beacon Global Strategies LLCMark Dubowitz, Chief Executive Officer, Foundation for Defense of Democracies Prof. Julian Ku, Interim Dean, Maurice A. Deane Distinguished Professor of Constitutional Law & Faculty Director of International Programs, Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra UniversityModerator: Jamil N. Jaffer, Adjunct Professor, NSI Founder, and Director, National Security Law & Policy Program, Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason University

Stephanie Mahfood, Interim Dean of the School of Education at Webster University joins Megan and Tom in studio talking about the efforts by the University to support education in Kazakhstan.

Dr. Russell Frohardt currently serves as Dean for Academic Success at Northwest Vista College, overseeing the Science & Technology and Health & Biosciences Institutes, include the departments for Natural & Physical Sciences, Mathematics & Engineering, and Computer Science, Technology & Business (CSTB). The CSTB Department houses all of the 15 career and technical education (CTE) programs at the college. Prior to his time at NVC, Dr. Frohardt served as Interim Dean of the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas, where he held various faculty and administrative positions since joining the community in 2003.  Before his Dean role at SEU, he was an American Council on Education Fellow, hosted by Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York, where he learned about administrative, curricular, and co-curricular practices across the country. Dr. Frohardt received his B.A. in Psychology from the University of Colorado, Boulder, his M.A. and Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from the University of Vermont, and he completed a three-year postdoctoral fellowship studying the electrophysiology of head direction cells and their role in spatial navigation at Dartmouth College before coming to Texas. His research interests include the neurobiology of learning and memory, spatial navigation, sexual behavior, models of relapse and addiction, and higher education administration and strategy. In his free time, Russ enjoys playing basketball, attending live music shows, and spending time with his friends and his wife, Dr. Fay Guarraci, and his seventeen-year-old son, Cole.  

In perhaps the biggest episode of Behind the Business yet, co-hosts Marc Machado and Aidan McKernan are joined by Vanessa Perry, the Interim Dean of the School of Business. Dean Perry reflects on her experiences testifying before Congress, discusses the threat that is "faux diversity" and explains how business leaders can combat social issues such as gentrification.

Dr. Eric Dugan, Director of the LSU Health Science Center Child & Family Counseling Clinic and Interim Dean & Professor in the School of Allied health Professions, joins guest host Ian Hoch to elaborate on how experiencing childhood bullying triples the risk of mental health issues to develop further on in life. 

Mike Ahn   Dr. Mike Ahn is the Interim Dean of Spiritual Development at Biola University. He oversees chapel programs, worship teams, the annual Biola Torrey Conference, The Biola Hour podcast, and serves on the pastoral care team. He is a graduate of Talbot School of Theology (M.Div., Spiritual Formation, and Ph.D., Educational Studies). His visit is sponsored by the Office of Intercultural Engagement and the Office of Christian Formation.

Austin is joined in the studio today by Dr. Mike Ahn, Interim Dean of Spiritual Development at BIOLA University. Mike graciously shared something of the Asian American experience with us, an experience which is often misunderstood or overlooked, even by those who care about ethnic harmony. Mike shares how common conceptions of Asian Americans are too truncated, and shares some of the blessings of growing up in the Korean Church. We hope you are encouraged. LINKS & SHOW NOTES:This UWP Podcast Episode was produced by Josh Deng with editing by Roshane Ricketts.Here is the article referenced by Austin about the Asian American experience. Support the showTo learn more about United? We Pray, follow us on Twitter and keep exploring our website. Please consider rating the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe using your favorite podcast client to hear more!

This episode focuses on the intersection of work in student affairs and that of assessment and accreditation.  Our guests are Sarah Gordon, Bill Heinrich, and Pam Shefman.  Sarah is Associate Professor and Interim Dean for Research and Graduate Studies at Arkansas Tech University.  Bill is Director of Mindset at Symplicity, an educational technology firm.  Pam is Executive Director of Planning and Assessment at the University of Houston Clear Lake.Link to article discussed in this episode ("The role of student affairs in regional accreditation: Why and how to be included"):https://journals.iupui.edu/index.php/jsaiii/article/view/27916This season of Leading Improvements in Higher Education is sponsored by the Center for Assessment and Research Studies at James Madison University; learn more at jmu.edu/assessment. Episode recorded: November 2023.  Host:  Stephen Hundley.  Producers:  Chad Beckner and Angela Bergman.  Original music:  Caleb Keith.  This award-winning podcast is a service of the Assessment Institute in Indianapolis; learn more at assessmentinstitute.iupui.edu.

Deaconess Amy Rast — Associate Director of Deaconess Formation at Concordia Theological Seminary Fort Wayne, Deaconess Dr. Gillian M. Bond — Director of Deaconess Studies at Concordia Seminary St. Louis, and Deaconess Kristin Wassilak — Program Leader for Deaconess Studies and Interim Dean of the College of Theology, Arts & Humanities at Concordia University Chicago, join Andy and Sarah for our Set Apart to Serve Series to talk about their journeys to serving as Deaconesses, how they've been able to serve in unique ways as Deaconesses, and wisdom for women considering diaconal formation. Learn more about these respective programs at ctsfw.edu, csl.edu, and cuchicago.edu. Learn more about the Set Apart to Serve Initiative at lcms.org/setaparttoserve. Christ's church will continue until He returns, and that church will continue to need church workers. Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is an initiative of the LCMS to recruit church workers. Together, we pray for workers for the Kingdom of God and encourage children to consider church work vocations. Here are three easy ways you can participate in SAS: 1. Pray with your children for God to provide church workers. 2. Talk to your children about becoming church workers. 3. Thank God for the people who work in your congregation. To learn more about Set Apart to Serve, visit lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve.

Tracy Collum, Ed.D, Interim Dean of ISU's Graduate School, talks about the Grad School's annual book drive. The Grad School has a goal to reach 1000 books this year, all of which will be donated to local schools.

This week, President Ryan sits down with Dean Cedric Rucker, veteran of Admissions and Student Affairs at both UVA and the University of Mary Washington. Dean Rucker describes his early life under segregation in Virginia, his time as the first Black male student on campus housing at Mary Washington, and his 40-year career in Admissions and Student Affairs, first recruiting students and then building trust with the student body. After Dean Rucker's retirement from UMW--which named the University Center in his honor--he was asked by President Ryan to become as Interim Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at UVA, where he now serves and lives on the Lawn.

Today on the podcast we welcome the Rev. Dr. Greg DeLoach to the podcast. Dean DeLoach is currently serving as Dean of the McAfee School of Theology at Mercer University. He is a native of Eatonton, Georgia, and has pastored congregations throughout the state for nearly three decades, including places like Mansfield, Chickamauga, Marietta, and Augusta. Following 10 years as senior pastor of First Baptist Church Augusta, he became executive director of Development Disabilities Ministries, an Atlanta-based nonprofit that serves adults with developmental disabilities and their families through operation of 19 homes across Georgia. In February 2017, he joined the development staff at Mercer, having previously served on the University's Board of Trustees. He was named Interim Dean in 2018, and appointed Dean in 2021. Recently many have been captivated with his Tik Toks on the subject of death and dying for the course he's teaching in the spring for Mercer University. You can audit this hybrid class whether you're in Georgia or beyond so be sure to reach out to him if what we talk about today interests you.

In this special edition of Darden Admissions' podcasts, we're excited to share a recent conversation between Senior Assistant Dean of Admissions Dawna Clarke and Interim Dean of the Darden School of Business Jeanne Liedtka. In this wide-ranging conversation, Liedtka reflects upon her tenure at the Darden School, what drew her to the field of Design Thinking, what she loves about Charlottesville, the impact of the Darden academic environment and more. This episode is essential listening.

In this special edition of Darden Admissions' podcasts, we're excited to share a recent conversation between Senior Assistant Dean of Admissions Dawna Clarke and Interim Dean of the Darden School of Business Jeanne Liedtka. In this wide-ranging conversation, Liedtka reflects upon her tenure at the Darden School, what drew her to the field of Design Thinking, what she loves about Charlottesville, the impact of the Darden academic environment and more. This episode is essential listening.

A closer look at the bills Governor Newsom signed and vetoed over the weekend. UC Davis steps in to help refugee students from Artsakh protect their educational information. We discuss the inaugural Wellness Academy, a free virtual education series.   Politico's California Playbook Governor Newsom signed and vetoed a stack of bills over the weekend.  We'll take a closer look at what bills survived and which ones didn't.  Plus, Kevin McCarthy, out as House Speaker.  Who will replace him and will California feel an impact without someone in the Speaker's chair?  And, now that California has a new Senator, the big question surrounding Laphonza Butler is whether or not she will run for the seat in 2024.  We'll discuss it all with Co-author of POLITICO's California Playbook, Dustin Gardiner. UC Davis' Backpack Program Over 100,000 refugees from the historic Armenian enclave of Artsakh have poured into the tiny South Caucasus country of Armenia following a mass exodus brought on by Azerbaijani aggression. UC Davis is stepping in to help refugee students from Artsakh protect their educational information as Azerbaijan executes a mass ethnic cleansing of the enclave.  UC Davis Professor and Director of Human Rights Studies, Keith David Watenpaugh joins us to discuss the humanitarian crisis and how Article 26 Backpack works. UC Davis Wellness Academy , Interim Dean of the UC Davis School of Medicine, and Dr. Scott Fishman, Executive Director of the Office of Wellness Education at UC Davis Health, discuss the inaugural Wellness Academy, a free virtual education series on wellness that is open to all, with lectures presented by esteemed UC Davis Faculty and experts in their field. Each virtual wellness lecture session will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m for four Saturdays in a row, beginning Oct. 14. 

In episode 2, of Season 4, I provide a brief lecture on Kouzes and Posner's "The Leadership Challenge." During the lecture portion, I detail the fundamentals of leadership, describe the characteristics of admired leaders, and highlight the Five Practices (or behaviors) of Exemplary Leaders. In the Living Leadership Interview segment, I discuss leadership philosophy and Transformational Leadership with Dr. Jamie Thompson, a Trinity alumna, former captain of the Trinity women's golf team, and the current Interim Dean of Students at Trinity University. Jamie discusses why focusing on high expectations, ensuring team members have the freedom to experiment and take risks, and building trust are important behaviors for leaders. She cares deeply about the Five Leadership Practices and is a great example of what it means for a titled leader to Model the Way, Inspire a Shared Vision, Challenge the Process, Enable Others to Act, Encourage the Heart. Jamie also describes that great leaders start with a clear understanding of organizational values and that organization's with strong cultures review and reward results based on meeting expectations that are directly tied to mission, vision, and values. During our conversation, Jamie discussed Adam Grant's WorkLife podcast. I've left the link here and encourage you to give it a listen. Adam has conversations with some amazing thinkers and leaders and those lessons would be valuable additions to anyone's toolkit. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worklife-with-adam-grant/id1346314086 Send me your thoughts and let's keep the conversation going on Twitter (@TingleJK) or on LinkedIn.

On this week's episode, Heather and Matthew have the pleasure of welcoming back one of our very first guests, Dr. Gerry Harmon, Interim Dean of the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia! Dr. Harmon discusses the physician shortage, coming changes to the USC School of Medicine, and much more. Listen to episode 160 now!

Dinosaurs have intrigued scientists for hundreds of years. As we uncover more about them through fossil research, our planet's history is becoming more and more apparent. So, what are the latest geological, paleontological, and biological discoveries that scientists are making? Matthew A. McLain, Ph.D., an accomplished vertebrate paleontologist, joins us to explain.  Dr. Mclain is an expert on dinosaurs, pterosaurs, phytosaurs, and other ancient species. Currently, he serves as the Interim Dean of the School of Science, Associate Professor of Biology and Geology, and Department of Biological and Physical Sciences Chair at The Master's University in Santa Clarita, CA.  In this episode, we explore: The difference between researching fossils in the field and a lab. How vertebrate paleontology has evolved over time.  What is needed to study ancient fossils effectively.  To learn more about Dr. McLain and his work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr

In this episode, we discuss geology, paleontology, and biology with Matthew A. McLain, Ph.D., an accomplished vertebrate paleontologist who researches dinosaurs, pterosaurs, phytosaurs, and more… Dr. McLain is the Interim Dean of the School of Science, Math, Technology and Health, Department of Biological and Physical Sciences Chair, and Associate Professor of Biology and Geology at The Master's University in Santa Clarita, CA.  With years of experience in his field, Dr. McLain has authored and co-authored various publications in peer-reviewed journals – and is constantly refining his understanding of vertebrate paleontology. Join us now to discover: The key differences between archeology and paleontology. Where most fossil research is done.  The most critical tools for paleontology work.  Why dinosaur names are constantly changing.  Want to learn more about Dr. McLain and his work? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

In the latest episode of 50 Shades of Green, Climate Group's Adam Lake joins with Dr. Jeffrey Shaman, Interim Dean of the Columbia Climate School and Joshua Amponsem, Strategy Director of the Youth Climate Justice Fund, to explore the connection between climate change and human health, and the interdisciplinary policy solutions needed to address this linkage in a just and equitable way. Check out the Climate Week NYC website to learn more about all of our wonderful community partners and stay engaged with all of the events happening September 17-24.

"We pride ourselves in being at the center of business and technology... We've asked employers, 'How would you describe our students?' and most often the words we get back are 'humble, hardworking and good problem solvers.' I think that's fantastic and that's how I would describe our students as well." Dr. Jonathan Clarke, Interim Dean at Georgia Tech's Scheller College of Business, discusses what makes the Scheller MBA unique, the school's admissions process, career opportunities and more. Topics Introduction (0:00) Program Highlights - What Makes the Georgia Tech Scheller MBA Unique? (4:00) Scheller MBA Admissions & Scholarships - How to Improve Your Chances? (17:20) Career Opportunities after Georgia Tech Scheller - What to Know & How to Prepare (32:20) About Jonathan Jonathan Clarke is Interim Dean and Associate Professor of Finance at Georgia Tech's Scheller College of Business. From 2012-2018, Dr. Clarke served as Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs, where he helped raise the school's profile. Dr. Clarke was named to the Poets and Quants 2018 list of Top 50 Undergraduate Business Professors, and also voted the 2009 and 2013 MBA Core Professor of the Year. He has taught custom programs for NCR, Clorox, Georgia Pacific, Lockheed Martin, and the National Football League. Dr. Clarke is on the board of the Eastern Finance Association, on the editorial board of The Financial Review, and edits the Handbook of Modern Finance. Dr. Clarke received his PhD from the Katz Graduate School of Business and the University of Pittsburgh and his undergraduate degrees in Mathematics and Economics from Indiana University in Bloomington. Show Notes Georgia Tech Scheller Full-time MBA Program Tech Square Atlanta Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) - Georgia's technology business incubator Episode write-up and snapshot/stats of the Georgia Tech Scheller MBA: https://touchmba.com/georgia-tech-scheller-mba-program-admissions-interview-jonathan-clarke/ Get free, personalized school selection help at Touch MBA: https://touchmba.com

Interim Dean for the School of Health Science Dr. Rebecca Zolotor and Dr. Richard Orona, Director of Military Health and Nursing join us from Purdue Global to discuss all things education for the Veteran, Servicemember and their Family. Dr. Zolotor and Dr. Orona explain the ways that Veterans, Servicemembers, and their Families can take advantage of programs that are regionally accredited and operate on camps, bases, and installations across the globe. This is an episode for anyone seeking to further their education with a school that is globally recognized. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yournextmission/message

In the wake of the pandemic, student apathy soared to new levels, and teaching became more challenging and exhausting.  Our guests have discovered how to use passion-based learning to resurrect apathetic students and tap into their intrinsic motivation to learn. Follow on Twitter: @CShawR10 @Martinez_Edtech @Eanderman @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Chandra Shaw has more than 24 years of experience in education, as a teacher, reading specialist, instructional coach, and now a Literacy Consultant at Region10 Education Service Center providing professional development, planning assistance, and instructional coaching services to more than 120 districts in the DFW area.  Whether as a TEDx speaker and amateur YouTuber Chandra loves to find creative ways to share her passion and love for teaching and learning with educators everywhere. Eric Anderman, Professor of Educational Psychology and Interim Dean and Director of the Mansfield Campus at The Ohio State University. His research focuses on academic motivation, and he has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles and invited chapters on this topic, as well as several books.  He is a Fellow of both the American Psychological Association and the American Educational Research Association, and his research has been featured in numerous media outlets, including CBS News, Dateline NBC, CNN, NPR, The Wall Street Journal, and numerous others. Steve Martinez is a former Social Science teacher from California where he had a fervor for the Flipped Classroom model and Project-based Learning. He now serves schools and districts across the United States as a Teacher Success Champion at Kami, delivering high-quality Professional Development with Kami and Pedagogy.

"The table is long, and there are plenty of seats" says Mayra Morales, Senior Director of the Office of Global Health & Societies at Texas Tech University Health Science Center in El Paso, Texas, as she refers to the welcoming and culturally responsive campus and El Paso  community.  "We open up seats for individuals to be inclusive. That's how we learn. That's how we provide better understanding for everyone."We celebrate the 12th Annual Cultural Competence Conference on August 4th. This EDUCATIONAL EVENT is designed for all health care professionals and community organization staff. Students, staff, and faculty from all four schools, as well as physicians and residents from the clinics are welcome to attend. Members from the local general academic university and sister university in Lubbock are also invited.The OBJECTIVE is to enhance interpersonal interactions within our health care system and ensure that services are delivered to the community in a culturally humane manner.This EPISODE of the Inclusive Enterprise Podcast, Mayra is my guest. She shares the conference history, its impact over the years and progress of the Diversity and Inclusion Council led by Dr. Charmaine A. Martin who is Chair on the Council.Dr. Martin is also Associate Professor of Family Medicine and Interim Dean of Student Affairs with the Foster School of Medicine and has received the prestigious Profiles in Diversity Journal 2022 Black Leadership Award.Mayra also highlights the theme of Allyship with her advice on cultural competence, inclusive leadership and what makes the university and El Paso Community so special. A unique place to live, learn, grow, and contribute to a vibrant community.I am honored to be invited to be the Keynote Speaker as we build on cultural competence to explore inclusive leadership; redefining leadership through the lens of inclusion, innovation, creativity and belonging.I am exicted and look forward to this important educational event supporting lifelong learning and quality patient care.To LEARN more and register click this link.https://www.techtalkelpaso.com/events/12th-annual-cultural-competence-conferenceVisit the TTUHSC's El Paso instagram site and bio link for additional informationhttps://www.instagram.com/ttuhscep/  https://lnk.bio/ttuhscepWith Gratitude and Thanks to the Planning Committee for the Opportunitiy to Make a Contribution, to Share, Learn, and Grow.Inclusive Leaders Group

In this episode of the American Shoreline Podcast, co-hosts Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham delve into the state of coastal management in Hawaii. Joining them is the esteemed Dr. Charles "Chip" Fletcher, Interim Dean of the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. With his extensive research and expertise in Climate Change, Coastal Community Resiliency, and Natural Coastal Systems, Chip sheds light on the pressing issues facing Hawaii's coastal zones. From sea level rise impacts to shoreline hardening, this episode uncovers the complexities and challenges of managing the Hawaiian coastline. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that combines scientific insight with the beauty of Hawaii's shores.

  Kathleen talks with John Jay's Interim Dean of Academic Programs and Professor of Political Science Andrew Sidman about the college's strategic plan initiative focusing on quantitative literacy and reasoning. Visit indoorvoicespodcast.com for more.

Rev. Dr. Jacob Corzine, associate professor of theology and Interim Dean of the College of Theology, Arts, and Humanities at Concordia University, Chicago, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study 1 John 5:1-12. St. John continues to weave together the strands of his first epistle to present the full tapestry of the Christian faith. True faith in Jesus as the Son of God goes together with love for each other as Christians. We keep God's commandments as a part of our vocations given by God, knowing that He has done the work of salvation for us. By faith in Him, we have the victory that overcomes the world. The water and the blood of Jesus' pierced side testify to who He is, along with the Holy Spirit; we receive this testimony still in the Word and Sacraments. By faith, we have this testimony within us. God has given us eternal life in His Son; when we have Jesus, we have life. “The Love of God” is a series on Sharper Iron that goes through the three epistles written by St. John the Apostle and Evangelist. As St. John rejoiced to be the disciple loved by Jesus, so he writes his epistles to give us the same joy when we know that we are the beloved of God. God's love for us in Jesus shapes our lives as Christians in all that we believe, say, and do.

Sermon for the second Sunday of Easter from The Very Rev. Canon Anne Sawyer, Interim Dean & Priest-in-Charge. #sermon #motivational #stjohnsla Learn more about St. John's Cathedral, by going to our website www.stjohnsla.org Stay Connected Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/stjohnsla Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/stjohnsla YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/stjohnsla

Tom is a high-impact entrepreneur that founded and captained Plastics Technology, Inc and six other related business ventures. He has published three books, holds six U.S. patents, and for several years served as the Interim Dean of a College of Education. Tom's definition of success… defining meaningful and challenging goals for yourself and doing the work necessary to achieve those goals. Helping others reach their potential is another metric he uses for measuring success. His deep involvement in education and community initiatives are noteworthy pillars of his personal mission to make a positive contribution to society. Host/Executive Producer; Brad Rieger, Audio Engineer/Production Coordinator; Kerry Schwable, Social Coordinator; Tim McCarthy, Graphic Designers: Stephen Shankster/Jeremy Thomas. Content made possible by Cooper-Smith Advertising LLC 2023

I recently attended a film appreciation class with Dale Pollock, called Senior Moments. And yes, as the name suggests, it was a look into how the film industry, Hollywood in particular, has treated aging. Not surprisingly it has not done a stellar job. When I asked Dale to tell me more about how the industry has changed, he said we've come a long way from depicting older characters as simply being the crazy old biddy or the wise decrepit grandfather. Especially when you look at a film like “Good Luck to you Leo Grande,” with Emma Thompson.He believes that advances in science and technology with regards aging will inform filmmaking and stories. When I ask Dale if there is anything that actors, filmmakers, and the industry in general can do to improve accurate and authentic representation of older characters, he points to three main things. The first is, as actors we must embrace our older selves. His second point is that directors, who are typically ‘risk averse', need to be more willing to cast 50-year-old characters who actually look 50. He also says those teaching in the many film schools around the country have to continue to move towards a more generous view of aging. He says, only then will filmmakers fully realize the dramatic and comedic potential of aging.  Dale M. Pollock received a BA in Anthropology from Brandeis University in 1972 and MS in Communications from San Jose State University. In 1977, he became the head film critic for the Daily Variety until he was hired by the Los Angeles Times to be their chief entertainment correspondent.  He was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize in the early 1980s and wrote Skywalking: The Life and Films of George Lucas in 1984, which has sold more than 150,000 copies and remains in print. In 1985, Pollock joined David Geffen's company as a development executive, where he discovered the scripts for Beetlejuice, The Burbs and Universal Soldier.  He joined A&M Films as vice president in charge of production, and was named president in 1990, producing such films as The Beast, The Mighty Quinn, A Midnight Clear and Mrs. Winterbourne. Pollock ran his own film company Peak Productions for 10 years, producing the box office hit Set It Off.   He co-founded the producing program at the American Film Institute in 1995. In 1999 he became Dean of the School of Filmmaking at the (then) North Carolina School of the Arts, stepping down in 2006 to become Professor of Cinema Studies. He was awarded Emeritus status in 2019 and served as Interim Dean for nine months in 2021. Pollock was awarded an Endowed Professorship in Film in his name at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts School of Filmmaking and is the 2016 recipient of the UNC Board of Governors Award for Teaching Excellence. He also received the 2020 Arts Council of Winston Salem's Annual Award, its highest honor. Pollock's first work of fiction, Chopped: A Novel will be published in February 2023, and he is at work on a book about how Hollywood has treated aging in the movies. Learn more about Dale Pollockhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0689645/https://dalempollock.com If you want to chat or ask questions about the episode go to FB: https://www.facebook.com/tarmeydanielle/and visit the group site. Follow me on: IG: @tarmeydanielle Twitter: @TarmeyDanielle

Duane Ireland, Former Interim Dean, Mays Business School Description:  From being the President of the Academy of Management to the countless awards for research and service he has received, Dr. Duane Ireland has proven himself to be a distinguished professor here at Mays Business School. He dives into his experience as the Editor of the Academy of Management Journal, and the devotion that is essential when possessing this honorable position. He also discusses encouraging entrepreneurship, as well as why his family plays just as much of a vital role in his career decisions as he does. Dr. Ireland stands by the importance of continual learning, as every experience can be viewed as a valuable learning opportunity.   Bio: Dr. R. Duane Ireland completed his PhD at Texas Tech University in 1977 and started his career at Oklahoma State University. After six years, he and his wife then spent 17 years at Baylor University followed by four years at the University of Richmond prior to moving to Texas A&M University in July of 2004. He has been honored to serve as the editor of the Academy of Management Journal and as president of the Academy of Management. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Management and of the Strategic Management Society. He is a University Distinguished Professor and the holder of the Benton Cocanougher Chair in Business. He has received multiple awards for research and service contributions from Mays, Texas A&M University, and various societies.   Chapters: 0:19: NFL's $15M Man Story 1:26: Education & Start of Career 3:24: Innovation Research 6:38: Empowering Entrepreneurship 10:58: Academic Journey 14:00: Family Decisions 16:10: A Love For Running 21:06: Editor of AMJ 24:50: Active Learning 29:43: Aggie Core Values 33:35: Good Bull

 Dr. Timothy Patitsas is the Interim Dean of Hellenic College and the Assistant Professor of Ethics at Holy Cross. His book, "The Ethics of Beauty," attempts "[...] to recover one of the most ancient emphases of Orthodox spirituality, which is the firm priority given to combating the sensual rather than the intellectual passions [and] how this translates into a consoling and liberating Beauty-first approach to Orthodox ethics and life. Links: Ethics of Beauty (book) - https://tinyurl.com/5hpp6s36 First Things Foundation - https://first-things.org/ Keipi Restaurant - https://www.keipirestaurant.org/ Telegram - https://t.me/firstthingsfoundation Insta - https://www.instagram.com/firstthingsfoundation/ "Why Are We Talking About Rabbits?" takes you beyond rhetorical "rabbits" and the shallow approach that the media and most thinkers today take to examine contemporary cultural phenomena. Using theology, history, philosophy and years of travel in Mali, the Republic of Georgia, Haiti, and beyond, John Heers offers a refreshing take to how we got to where we are now. WAWTAR is all about talking about those heavy things… lightly. Interested in joining First Things Foundation? Check out our Join FTF page for more info, or email Daniel at danielpadrnos@first-things.org. If you like this podcast, please consider leaving a review with your comments. Your support keeps this podcast alive and allows us to broaden our discussion. You can also check out First Things Foundation for more information on who we are and what we do. --- Credits Music: Intro / Outro Provided by Edward Gares / Pond5.com Sound effects and additional music: Sounds provided by https://www.zapsplat.com Support the show

Our guest today, is expert storytelling educator, author, and UCLA professor, Richard Walter--- bestselling author of Essentials of Screenwriting: The Art, Craft, and Business of Film and Television Writing.  He recently retired as Professor and Interim Dean of the UCLA School of Theater, Film, and Television where, for more than forty years, he chaired the graduate program in screenwriting.The amazing thing about Richard is he has been the instructor of some of the most amazing screenwriters in Hollywood history. A handful of them has been on the show, including Sacha Gervasi, Jim Uhls, the writer of Fight Club, and Paul Castro, just to name a few. He's written scripts for major studios, television networks, and even wrote the earliest drafts of George Lucas's American Graffiti. Talking to Richard in this conversation was essentially sitting front row at a masterclass of storytelling and screenwriting.It was an absolute treat talking to Richard. Not only has his work been appreciated in the US but in other parts of the world, conducting lectures in London, Paris, Jerusalem, Madrid, Rio de Janeiro, Mexico City, Beijing, Shanghai, Sydney, and Hong Kong.He complains that L.A. has relentless good weather which he says, ‘Is not writing weather', yet, in 1988, he released his first instructional book Screenwriting: The Art, Craft, and Business of Film and Television Writing (Plume). This was followed a decade later (2000) by his debut novel Escape from Film School, which tells the sprightly tale of a young man who makes it in Hollywood without ever leaving film school.Richard is one of the few OG writers who have studied, and taught through the evolutive eras of screenplays and screenwriting in Hollywood. With his wealth of knowledge, he released his third and most recent book, Essentials of Screenwriting: The Art, Craft, and Business of Film and Television Writing. In this one, he shares the secrets of writing and selling successful screenplays for aspiring screenwriters.It contains highly coveted lessons and principles from Screenwriting with material from his companion text, The Whole Picture, and includes new advice on how to turn a raw idea into a great movie or TV script and sell it.Besides his outstanding career, we chatted about his love for Spike Lee films, we talked about screenplay structuring and many more. It's been an absolute treat talking with Richard.Enjoy this epic conversation with Richard Walter.

Kate and Leah spend some additional time on possible fallout from a Dobbs opinion overruling or eviscerating Roe. They interview two people with insight on what we can expect in a post-Roe world. Diana Greene Foster is a professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences and a researcher on reproductive health at UCSF. She's also the author of The Turnaway Study: Ten Years, a Thousand Women, and the Consequences of Having--Or Being Denied--An Abortion [3:14]. And Greer Donley is an assistant professor at University of Pittsburgh Law, and one of the three authors of the extremely topical and important article, "The New Abortion Battleground," which is forthcoming in the Columbia Law Review. The paper is written together with Professor David Cohen at Drexel Kline School of Law and Professor Rachel Rebouche, Interim Dean of Temple University Beasley School of Law. The paper analyzes the inter-jurisdictional issues that will emerge if and when the Supreme Court overrules Roe [32:04]. We'll also catch up on some of the additional news and hot takes people have had since the leak happened [57:52].