Podcasts about Purdue University Northwest

Professional certifications have become a defining feature of the cybersecurity industry, promising enhanced career prospects, higher salaries, and professional credibility. But do they truly deliver on these promises, or are there hidden drawbacks to pursuing them? This presentation takes a deep dive into the dual-edged nature of certifications like CISSP, CISM, CEH, and CompTIA Security+, analyzing their benefits and potential limitations. Drawing on data-driven research, industry insights, and real-world case studies, we explore how certifications influence hiring trends, professional growth, and skills development in cybersecurity. Attendees will gain a balanced perspective on the role of certifications, uncovering whether they are a gateway to career success or an overrated credential. Whether you are an aspiring professional or a seasoned practitioner, this session equips you with the knowledge to decide if certifications are the key to unlocking your cybersecurity potential—or if other paths may hold the answers. About the speaker: Hisham Zahid is a seasoned cybersecurity professional and researcher with over 15 years of combined technical and leadership experience. Currently serving under the CISO as a Security Compliance Manager at a FinTech startup, he has held roles spanning engineering, risk management, audit, and compliance. This breadth of experience gives him unique insight into the complex security challenges organizations face and the strategies needed to overcome them.Hisham holds an MBA and an MS, as well as industry-leading certifications including CISSP, CCSP, CISM, and CDPSE. He is also an active member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) and the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), reflecting his commitment to professional development and community engagement. As the co-author of The Phantom CISO, Hisham remains dedicated to advancing cybersecurity knowledge, strengthening security awareness, and guiding organizations through an ever-evolving threat landscape.David Haddad is a technology enthusiast and optimist committed to making technology and data more secure and resilient.David serves as an Assistant Director in EY's Technology Risk Management practice, focusing on helping EY member firms comply with internal and external security, data, and regulatory requirements. In this role, David supports firms in enhancing technology governance and oversight through technical reviews, consultations, and assessments. Additionally, David contributes to global AI governance, risk, and control initiatives, ensuring AI products and services align with the firm's strategic technology risk management processes.David is in the fourth year of doctoral studies at Purdue University, specializing in AI and information security. David's experience includes various technology and cybersecurity roles at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and other organizations. David also served as an adjunct instructor and lecturer, teaching undergraduate courses at Purdue University Northwest.A strong advocate for continuous learning, David actively pursues professional growth in cybersecurity and IT through academic degrees, certifications, and speaking engagements worldwide. He holds an MBA with a concentration in Management Information Systems from Purdue University and multiple industry-recognized certifications, including Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE), and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).His research interests include AI security and risk management, information management security controls, emerging technologies, cybersecurity compliance, and data protection.

What if all you needed to boost your organic traffic was just a little collaboration? Jessica Creech, Web Content Marketing Specialist at Purdue University Northwest, shares how she worked with professors to build 6 program-specific blog posts with big results. These posts have over 80% organic search traffic to the site, resulting in 4,079 page views and 3,049 unique users. Plus, about 23% of all page clicks lead to program or application pages — supporting students taking the next step in their enrollment journey.Sample blog posts: What Do Biologists Do?Which Business Degree is Right For Me?What Can I Do with a Communication Degree? What are the Benefits of a 4+1 Program?Guest Name: Jessica Creech, Web Content Marketing Specialist, Purdue University NorthwestGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-m-creech/Guest Bio: Jessica Creech is currently the Web Content Marketing Specialist at Purdue University Northwest. She has over seven years of experience in professional writing and editing. She also has five years of experience in marketing and web design.Jessica is a lifelong reader who enjoys learning new things, watching football, and hanging out with her dog and four cats.  - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dayana Kibildshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dayanakibilds/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:Talking Tactics is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Some of our favorites include Mission Admissions and Higher Ed Pulse.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.Element451 is hosting the AI Engage Summit on Oct 29 and 30Register now for this free, virtual event.The future of higher ed is being redefined by the transformative power of AI. The AI Engage Summit brings together higher ed leaders, innovators, and many of your favorite Enrollify creators to explore AI's impact on student engagement, enrollment marketing, and institutional success. Experience firsthand how AI is improving content personalization at scale, impacting strategic decision-making, and intuitively automating the mundane tasks that consume our time. The schedule is packed with real examples and case studies, so you leave knowing how to harness AI to drive meaningful change at your institution. Whether you're looking to enhance student outcomes, optimize enrollment marketing, or simply stay ahead of the curve, the AI Engage Summit is your gateway to the next level of higher education innovation. Registration is free, save your spot today.

Recorded: 09/18/2024 CERIAS Security Seminar at Purdue University Exploiting Vulnerabilities in AI-Enabled UAV: Attacks and Defense Mechanisms Ashok Vardhan Raja, Purdue University Northwest In recent years, UAVs have seen significant growth in both military and civilian applications, thanks to their high mobility and advanced sensing capabilities. This expansion has been further accelerated by rapid advancements in AI algorithms and hardware. While AI integration enhances the intelligence and efficiency of UAVs, it also introduces new security and safety concerns due to potential vulnerabilities in the underlying AI models. These vulnerabilities can be exploited by malicious actors, leading to severe security risks and operational failures. This talk will focus on securing the integration of AI into UAVs to ensure their resilience in adversarial environments. We will begin by analyzing the data sensing and processing pipeline of key sensors used in AI-enabled UAV operations,identifying areas where vulnerabilities may exist. Following this, we will explore how to develop defense mechanisms to strengthen the robustness of these AI-driven UAV systems against potential threats. AI-enabled anomaly detection. AI-enabled anomaly detection and AI-enabled UAV infrastructure inspection will be leveraged as case studies in this talk. The talk will also cover the use of Large Language Models to improve this integration's security About the speaker: Ashok Vardhan Raja is an Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity in the department of Computer Information Technology and Graphics for the College of Technology at Purdue University Northwest. His research is on secure integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cyber Physical Systems (CPS)such as UAVs for robust operations. He is expanding his current work by using Swarm of UAVs to address security issues and to other domains in the integration of AI and CPS.

Students: this is a hybrid event. You are strongly encouraged to attend in-person. Location:  STEW G52 (Suite 050B) WL Campus. The rapid commercialization of GenAI products and services has significantly broadened the landscape of potential attack vectors targeting enterprise infrastructure, operations, and processes. This evolution poses substantial risks to enterprise assets and operations, requiring continuous risk, attack, and threat surface analysis. This exploratory study delineates critical findings across three key dimensions:An analysis of current market trends related to AI-driven cyber and information security risks;An overview of emerging regulatory requirements and compliance efforts specific to AI technologies and;Strategic initiatives for identifying and mitigating these risks, informed by insights from both industry and academia.The presentation provides a roadmap for technology practitioners navigating the complex intersection of AI innovation and cybersecurity. About the speaker: David is an Assistant Director in Ernst & Young's Americas Technology Risk Management practice. He focuses on Americas and Global technology risk assessments, supports IT and data regulatory efforts, and coordinates IT risk management processes for member firms. He brings over eight years of external and internal experience in information security consulting, technology, IT audit, and GRC across public and private industries. He previously served as an adjunct instructor and lecturer for undergraduate programs at Purdue University Northwest.David is pivotal in supporting EY's strategic technology, information security, and compliance projects. His specialties include continuous risk identification & analysis, GRC strategy development, security control testing analysis (e.g., NIST, ISO), and solutions development to manage enterprise risks across various IT domains and emerging technologies (e.g., AI).David is a passionate and dedicated professional who embodies the mindset of a continuous learner in IT, information security, emerging technologies, and data privacy. He proactively expands his knowledge and skillsets by pursuing advanced degrees, obtaining professional certifications, and conducting domestic & international speaking engagements.

Mont Handley is the founder of PittMoss and is the Associate Director of the Commercialization and Manufacturing Excellence Center in the College of Technology at Purdue University Northwest. He was a contestant on "Shark Tank" and talks about his experience on the show, how his business developed, the lessons he learned, and how he is leveraging that experience to help other entrepreneurs. Then Mont takes the Green Sense Quiz to answer questions about entrepreneurship.

The season 12 premiere – Kevin turns 55; Tom gets inducted into Purdue University Northwest's Hall of Fame; John's visits NYC for 24 hours; Tom discusses the recent announcement of school closures by the School City of Hammond; Indiana Democratic Party Chairman Mike Schmuhl talks with Tom and Kevin about some of the upcoming elections in IN, the presidential race, this summer's DNC taking place in Chicago, and more.

Executive Director Jay Height discusses how Shepherd's partnership with Purdue University Northwest and the University of Southern California is leading to development of a virtual reality-assisted treatment program for young people dealing with chronic trauma.

In a real estate environment where things are uncertain and challenging, we're bringing Brandi Shotwell to the show to share her expertise in guiding commercial investors seeking suitable financing options and loan strategies.Brandi will definitely provide value in this episode as she discusses why she transitioned to the commercial side of real estate lending, things you must know when acquiring commercial loans, and her high-level tips for preserving investors' capital. There's more to this conversation than you think, so tune in to discover!Key Points & Relevant TopicsBrandi's background in mortgage, real estate financing, and her transition from single-family to commercial financingAdvantages of financing commercial properties over single-family from a mortgage broker's perspectiveThe limitation in financing single-family properties or deals“Bad boy” clauses in commercial lending and their effect on loan agreementTypical DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) and LTV (Loan-to-Value) lenders are looking for The role of government loan programs in commercial real estateBrandi's advice for investors doing floating-rate debt or loans and her loan recommendations for commercial and retail investorsThe importance of relationship and communication with the lender in avoiding default loan, foreclosure, and losing investors' capitalThe biggest challenge lenders are facing in commercial or multifamily financing in today's marketBrandi's point of view on 2024's interest rate, financing, and real estate Resources & LinksApartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive InvestorAbout Brandi ShotwellBrandi Shotwell is a Principal at Reno Capital Management in Dallas, Texas concentrating on debt and equity. With over 20 years of experience in finance and real estate, Brandi has had leadership involvement in over $1.5 billion in real estate projects ranging from commercial acquisitions to commercial development. She has organized funding acquisitions and development opportunities for multifamily investors, high-net-worth individuals, municipal growth areas, and manufacturing clients. Prior to joining RCM, Brandi was Vice President at Edge Capital Markets in Dallas, Texas. Preceding Edge, she was Vice President of Coronado Bay Capital where she was a top-producing originator of the company. Previously, she was a founding partner of Global Mortgage USA. Brandi attended Purdue University Northwest where she studied business and marketing. Get in Touch with BrandiWebsite: https://www.renocm.com/ Facebook: Reno Capital ManagementLinkedIn: BRANDI SHOTWELLInstagram: @iammrsshotwellTo Connect With UsPlease visit our website www.bonavestcapital.com and click here to leave a rating and written review!

Learning to teach mathematics teachers better with Dr. Cat Maiorca from Oklahoma State University and Dr. Jessica Ivy from Purdue University Northwest. They share findings from their presentation at the AMTE 2024 conference that won the 2024 AMTE National Technology Leadership Initiative award, entitled Developing Mathematics Lessons and Assessments with Chatbots for Learning in Teacher Education: Innovation and Challenges. During this conversation, they describe considerations for judiciously selecting and using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in mathematics teacher education. Show notes: Our guests are joined by their colleagues to present an AMTE Webinar on this topic on April 3, 2024. AI-Powered Math Education: What Math Teacher Educators Need to Know (https://amte.net/content/ai-powered-math-education-what-math-teacher-educators-need-know) Wednesday, April 3 2024, 9 am Pacific; 12:00 pm Eastern Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Teaching and Learning U.S. Department of Education, Office of Educational Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Future of Teaching and Learning: Insights and Recommendations, Washington, DC, 2023. https://tech.ed.gov/ai/ (https://tech.ed.gov/ai/) Reinhart, S. C. (2000). Never say anything a kid can say! Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 5(8), 478-483. https://doi.org/10.5951/MTMS.5.8.0478 (https://doi.org/10.5951/MTMS.5.8.0478) Sinek, S. (2009, September). How great leaders inspire action. TEDxPuget Sound. https://www.ted.com/talks/simonsinekhowgreatleadersinspireaction?language=en (https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_action?language=en) AI Tools to play with: (inclusion does not imply endorsement) Magic School (https://www.magicschool.ai/) Claude (https://claude.ai/login?returnTo=%2F) ChatGPT (https://chat.openai.com/auth/login) Mathematics Teacher Educator Podcast (https://mtepodcast.amte.net) Special Guests: Cat Maiorca and Jessica Ivy.

Aida Haigh is currently serving as the manager, strategy and risk at NiSource (Nipsco) with previous employments at US Steel and Arcelor-Mittal as a Process Engineer. She attended IU Northwest and the University of Illinois where she received a Bachelor's of Science in Chemical Engineering and was a lecturer at Purdue University Northwest, and is currently on the board of directors for NWIIWA (Northwest Indiana Influential Women Association). https://nwiiwa.org/ GreatNews.Life and Podcast Host Jenny Craig-Brown have transformed the All About the Girls annual event into a podcast! These monthly episodes feature incredible women giving the audience all the insight about what makes them happy, successful, and motivational. New episodes launch on Sundays to make sure to start your week on a positive note!The All About the Podcast is brought to you by GreatNews.LifeGreatNews.Life and Podcast Host Jenny Craig-Brown have transformed the All About the Girls annual event into a podcast! These monthly episodes feature incredible women giving the audience all the insight about what makes them happy, successful, and motivational. New episodes launch on Sundays to make sure to start your week on a positive note! The All About the Podcast is brought to you by GreatNews.Life

Indiana University Head Men's Basketball Coach, Javier Heridia joins the show to talk about his tremendous victory over Purdue University Northwest, his close call versus No. 13 Olivet Nazarene, his approach to recruiting, region basketball, and much more. DeJuan Marrero Social Media YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UC5uNsn8rQXbVM2wOAoVC1hw?view_as=subscriber Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2lcn... Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dejuanmarrero/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedmpodcast_/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dejuanmarrero?lan... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dejuan.marrero WJOB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.wjob1230.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we had a conversation with Julie Kagy, director of operations for the Exhibition Services & Contractors Association (ESCA) and Bill McGlade, president of epIQ Creative Group, about their experience in working together as partners on marketing. They shared advice and lessons learned after partnering now for more than one year.  Kagy shared insight on what it was like to put together an RFP, evaluate vendors, hone in on the scope of the association's needs, get buy-in on budgeting and execute the strategy with an outside partner. McGlade talked about developing the strategy, prioritizing the client's needs, rebranding an ESCA product, establishing benchmarks, sharing thought leadership, driving engagement and marketing business-to-person. The results: Attendance at ESCA's Summer Education Conference 2023 was up 13%, and social interactions increased 344% year over year. Here are a few marketing samples: Podcast host Danica Tormohlen also shared the top five new stories from Trade Show News Network, Exhibit News Now and Corporate Event News that were published in the first half of August 2023. Our guests ESCA's Julie Kagy After graduating from Purdue University Northwest, Kagy started her career at the Ritz-Carlton Four Seasons Chicago. The hotel was awarded Top North American Hotel by Conde Nast Traveler four times during her tenure. Taking these customer service skills, she began her career in the tradeshow industry with GES. During her 12-year tenure with GES, she held various roles, such as Exhibitor Services Manager, Director of Account Management and Vice President of National Account Management.  She has been Director of Operations with the Exhibition Services and Contractors Association (ESCA) since 2015. It's a role she truly loves as she gets to work on a vast scale with key industry leaders, working to shape the future of the trade show industry.  epIQ Creative Group's Bill McGlade McGlade is the co-owner and President of both epiQ Creative Group and Community Leaders Institute. He has spent 17 years embracing the ever-changing world of nonprofits, associations, events, community, marketing and sales. With a proven track record of successfully selling three companies and acquiring two more, he has a knack for transforming a lean team with a limited budget into a powerhouse that scales 5 to 10 times. McGlade received the  2017 IAEE Young Professional of the Year award. He's been a speaker and presenter at a number of events and conferences, including IMEX Frankfurt, IMEX America, IAEE, ASAE, PCMA, AMPS and more. Thank you to our sponsor! Zenus What if you could prove your event is working with hard facts and learn how to make it even better? With Zenus's Ethical Vision AI, you can protect your budget and have detailed reporting. Learn how that's all possible at Zenus.AI   

Alfredo Estrada is a Partner at Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP, the chair its immigration practice group, and a member of the firm's litigation practice group. Alfredo's practice involves representing municipal and governmental entities; immigration; and civil defense litigation in both state and federal courts. Alfredo is admitted to practice law in Indiana, the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit, the United States District Court for the Northern District, the United States District Court for the Southern District, and the United States Immigration Court. Prior to serving as the Lake County Bar Association President,, Alfredo served on its Board of Managers and as President of the Rudy Lozano Bar Association, formerly known as the Northwest Indiana Hispanic Bar Association. In 2017, Alfredo was chosen by The Times Media Co. as a “20 Under 40” Award Winner. Additionally, he received recognition from the Indiana State Bar Association and was awarded the Trailblazer / Abriendo Caminos Award. In 2020, Alfredo was featured in the Indiana Lawyer Magazine as an “Up and Coming” Lawyer and on February 22, 2022, the Indiana General Assembly passed House Resolution No. 30 recognizing Alfredo as being the first Latino President of the Lake County Bar Association. Alfredo has been married to his wife Leticia for twenty-one (21) years and has three daughters, Sol, Iris and Eva. He is also partial to his two (2) furry children, Daisy Buchanan Estrada and Fitzgerald (Fitz) Estrada. Alfredo is a former steelworker and a life-long resident of Northwest Indiana. He earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science from Purdue University Northwest where he now is an Adjunct Professor teaching Immigration Law. After graduation from Purdue University Northwest, he continued his pursuit of education and earned his law degree from Valparaiso University Law School. While at Valparaiso University School of Law he was a member of the Honors division full-tuition scholarship recipient and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP: bcclegal.com/ Learn more about EmotionTrac and our AI-driven Emotional Intelligence Platform: https://emotiontrac.com/calendly/

Alfredo Estrada is a Partner at Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP, the chair its immigration practice group, and a member of the firm's litigation practice group. Alfredo's practice involves representing municipal and governmental entities; immigration; and civil defense litigation in both state and federal courts. Alfredo is admitted to practice law in Indiana, the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit, the United States District Court for the Northern District, the United States District Court for the Southern District, and the United States Immigration Court. Prior to serving as the Lake County Bar Association President,, Alfredo served on its Board of Managers and as President of the Rudy Lozano Bar Association, formerly known as the Northwest Indiana Hispanic Bar Association. In 2017, Alfredo was chosen by The Times Media Co. as a “20 Under 40” Award Winner. Additionally, he received recognition from the Indiana State Bar Association and was awarded the Trailblazer / Abriendo Caminos Award. In 2020, Alfredo was featured in the Indiana Lawyer Magazine as an “Up and Coming” Lawyer and on February 22, 2022, the Indiana General Assembly passed House Resolution No. 30 recognizing Alfredo as being the first Latino President of the Lake County Bar Association. Alfredo has been married to his wife Leticia for twenty-one (21) years and has three daughters, Sol, Iris and Eva. He is also partial to his two (2) furry children, Daisy Buchanan Estrada and Fitzgerald (Fitz) Estrada. Alfredo is a former steelworker and a life-long resident of Northwest Indiana. He earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science from Purdue University Northwest where he now is an Adjunct Professor teaching Immigration Law. After graduation from Purdue University Northwest, he continued his pursuit of education and earned his law degree from Valparaiso University Law School. While at Valparaiso University School of Law he was a member of the Honors division full-tuition scholarship recipient and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP: bcclegal.com/ Learn more about EmotionTrac and our AI-driven Emotional Intelligence Platform: https://emotiontrac.com/calendly/

If you're training to become a physician, your first patient is usually dead. In fact, “first patient” is what med students call the human cadavers that they work on in anatomy class — when they first learn to make careful incisions, and lay eyes on the beautiful intricacies of bone, muscle, blood vessels, and organs that make our bodies work. Human cadavers have long played a crucial role in medicine and science. They not only teach generations of doctors about the human body — they allow researchers to learn valuable lessons about everything from the causes of rare diseases to the effects of how we live our lives. But how do bodies end up on dissection tables in the first place? What can they still teach us? And why do people choose to donate their remains? On this episode, we explore bodies donated to science — how they're used, why they're so important, and why people make this choice for their remains. We hear stories about one woman's mission to recruit future medical cadavers, and how 19th century medical schools got involved in body snatching. We'll take a closer look at a program that connects med students to the families of their “first patients,” and find out why one firefighter has opted for a future in the Body Worlds exhibition. Also heard on this week's episode: Across the country — and the world — medical schools are facing a shortage of cadavers, a situation that has been worsened by the pandemic. Reporter Grant Hill explores the rules that govern donations, and one woman's mission to recruit future donors. Reporter Elana Gordon dug into the history of medical schools and body snatching, through the tale of “One-Eyed Joe” a legendary 19th-century horse thief whose brain went missing after his body was autopsied in prison. We chat with Ernest Talarico, a researcher and anatomy professor at Purdue University Northwest in Hammond, Indiana, about what cadavers can teach us about rare conditions.

On a January night in 1897, a crowded Episcopal church in Philadelphia was the stage for a curious ceremony. In the Church of the Evangelists, located in south Society Hill just ten or so blocks from Independence Hall, a gaggle of clerics unveiled a life-size painting of Charles I, King of England and–so far as the clerics were concerned–saint and martyr. Then Williams Stevens Perry, the Episcopal Bishop of Iowa, ascended to the pulpit to explain to the assembled multitude how Charles I, far from being an absolutist and enemy of liberty, had laid the foundations of American political order. This striking scene begins Michael Connolly's description of a curious moment in the history of Anglo-American political thought and sentiment, a resurgent Jacobite movement that championed the cause of the Stuart monarchs as a means of opposing the corruptions of the modern age. It begins his new book Jacobitism in Britain and the United States, 1880-1910. Michael Connolly is Professor of History at Purdue University Northwest; this is his third time on the podcast. For Further Investigation Michael Connolly has previously talked on the podcast about American presidents, way back in Episode 2 (!!!) and then in Episode 60 We touched on the execution of Charles I in Episode 127, which focused on the escape of two of the men who signed his death warrant into the wilds of Connecticut

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We speak with Shreya Bhandari, PhD, LISW, editor of the NASW Press book “South Asians in the United States: A Guide for Social Workers and Other Helping Professionals.” Dr. Bhandari is professor and director of social work, Purdue University Northwest. She is also alicensed clinical social worker with her own private practice. Her research focuses on violence against women, specifically domestic violence. She has worked in the area of domestic violence and mental health for about two decades as a researcher, educator, and practitioner. You can buy a copy of "South Asians in America" on the NASW Press website. You can watch this conversation on YouTube and leave a comment or question there.  

Rachel and Andrea are joined by industry maven and renowned commercial mortgage broker, Brandi Shotwell. Brandi is a Principal at Reno Capital Management headquartered in Dallas, Texas concentrating on debt and equity. With over 20 years' experience in finance and real estate, Brandi has had leadership involvement in over $1 billion in real estate projects ranging from commercial acquisitions to commercial development. She has organized funding acquisitions and development opportunities for multifamily investors, high net worth individuals, municipal growth areas, and manufacturing clients. Prior to joining RCM, Brandi was Vice President at Edge Capital Markets in Dallas, Texas. Preceding Edge, she was Vice President of Coronado Bay Capital where she was a top producing originator of the company. Previously, she was a founding partner of Global Mortgage USA. Brandi attended Purdue University Northwest where she studied business and marketing. Brandi details how her mindset and positive outlook were the keys to her success. She leaped over hurdles and blazed trails to become one of the industry's leading mortgage brokers. We have the honor of partnering with Brandi on all of our acquisitions. Tune in and learn from this incredible Renaissance woman! Get in touch with Brandi at www.renocm.com Read The Power of your Subconscious Mind: https://a.co/d/3TIgGI7 –– Explore our brand new 3-in-1 Net Worth Assessment tool at: www.goodgoodinvesting.com Join our meetup group! https://www.meetup.com/the-passive-investors-network-with-goodgood-investing/ –– **Under no circumstances should any material at this site be used or considered as an offer to sell or a solicitation of any offer to buy an interest in any investment. Any such offer or solicitation will be made only by means of the Confidential Private Offering Memorandum relating to the particular investment. Access to information about the investments are limited to investors who either qualify as accredited investors within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or those investors who generally are sophisticated in financial matters, such that they are capable of evaluating the merits and risks of prospective investments. You should always consult certified professionals before making decisions regarding your individual financial situation. Rachel Grunn and Andrea Cwik are not financial professionals, and GoodGood Investing is not a brokerage, dealer, or SEC-registered investment advisory firm**

Today we have another great episode lined up for you. This guest and I have been connected virtually via LinkedIn. Our OG department at Hite did a great job as always in getting the two of us together. He and I had a brief call last month to learn more about each other, and discuss him coming on the podcast. I knew he had a great story, and I'm excited to learn more about him and his entrepreneurial story today on the episode.My guest today is Justin Camper. Justin is the Owner at Justin Camper Law, LLC. The firm is dedicated to providing affordable high-quality legal services to business owners within the State of Indiana. Justin Camper is the lead attorney who is a small business attorney that focuses on making sure small businesses are legally protected and grow well.He currently resides in Hammond, IN.Justin Camper is a small business and trademark attorney, entrepreneur, public speaker, and writer. Justin, a Chicago native, graduated Leo High as valedictorian, Dean List at Purdue University Northwest, and later at Valparaiso Law School.  Justin spent a year and half working as a Lake County Prosecutor in Indiana.  After working for several areas of law, Justin shifted his legal career toward his real passion helping small business owners. Eventually, Justin started his own law firm, Justin Camper Law, LLC.Justin Camper Law, LLC purpose is to help small business owners thrive with quality legal representation without dealing with complicated legal forms and misrepresented in Court. Since the birth of Justin Camper Law, LLC,  Justin has represented a variety of business owners in various aspects of the law in cases ranging up to thousands of dollars in litigation. In 2021, Justin won a Court of Appeals case for Nations, LLC against the City of Gary Housing Authority. In 2022, Justin was inducted to the top 40 under 40 National Black Lawyers and featured in the Indiana Lawyer magazine. Justin is known by his clients as someone who is a genuine and passionate advocate, who goes above and beyond for his clients to give them the best results possible.

Dr. Elaine Carey is an accomplished historian, acclaimed scholar and passionate academic leader. In 2021, she added dean of Oakland University's College of Arts and Sciences to the vast list of roles she's held. Having originally pursued her Ph.D. in history from the University of New Mexico with the intention of becoming a journalist, Carey's detour into academia was as unanticipated as it was enlightening. It took hesitantly declining a dream job offer that's area of focus didn't correlate enough with her studies for her to make the transition, quickly realizing just how valuable her personal expertise was within the classroom.  Following her first position post graduate school at The University of Detroit Mercy, she continued expanding her teaching resume through positions at various schools across the nation, whilst simultaneously advancing her remarkable contributions to academic research. Having published dozens of works, she highlights her book Women Drug Traffickers: Mules, Bosses, and Organized Crime as one of her proudest achievements. Instrumental in altering the conversation surrounding women in the drug trade, this source is considered the first to assign focus to the ways in which these women have often been bosses in a number of ways — a focus previously so under explored, several fellow scholars initially assumed Carey's presentation to be one of fiction.  Carey's recent position was founding dean of Purdue University Northwest's College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences. Arriving in 2017 at the university's inception, she played an instrumental role in the school's development, collaborating with faculty, administration, librarians and students across all of the university's colleges on endeavors such as general education offerings. 

We know our kids have experienced trauma, but how can we help them overcome this trauma to become healthy happy adults. We talk about resilience and overcoming an adverse beginning with Dr. Julian Ford and Dr. Amanda Zelechoski. Dr. Ford is a clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry and Law at the University of Connecticut where he directs two Treatment and Services Adaptation Centers in the National Child Traumatic Stress Network. Dr. Ford is past President of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies and has published more than 250 articles and book chapters and is the author or editor of 10 books. Dr. Amanda Zelechoski is a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist specializing in trauma. She is a professor of psychology and Director of Clinical Training at Purdue University Northwest.In this episode, we cover:What are some of the different types of events/situations that can be traumatic to a child?Do different types of trauma affect children differently? Short term but intense trauma. Long term trauma at the hands of a primary caregiver. Neglect? Witnessing domestic violence? Prenatal trauma?Why does early life trauma make it harder for kids to succeed at life?What are some signs of trauma by age of child? Preschool? Elementary? Middle and High School? (learning, physical health, mental health, trouble with the law, etc.)How to help our kids overcome their traumatic background and thrive? How to rewire the neurons?TriggersEmotional regulation.What can parents do to help their kids bounce back from their early life trauma?What is the key element to resilience?How can parents encourage resilience?What role does temperament or personality play in resilience to trauma?How long does it take for kids to “heal” from trauma?Are there specific types of therapy that are more effective than others for helping children overcome trauma? Does it differ depending on the type of trauma?Resources: Roadmap to Resilience Podcast series. www.roadmaptoreslience.orgThis podcast is produced  by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them. Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family buildingPlease leave us a rating or review RateThisPodcast.com/creatingafamilySupport the show

Today on Regionally Speaking we hear from Frank Colucci, Associate Professor of Political Science at Purdue University Northwest, about the impact that the U.S. Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade will have on future cases and political decisions, both nationally and here in Indiana. Then, Congressman Frank J. Mrvan (D - District 1) joins us to discuss the impact of federal dollars on Northwest Indiana including along the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, and into downtown Michigan City. Mrvan also discusses the latest on Roe v. Wade and what Capitol Hill Democrats will plan to do next.

Today: Ivy Tech Community College Valparaiso campus Chancellor Aco Sikoski is on "Regionally Speaking" to talk about the recent announcement that the community college is partnering with Purdue University Northwest in a dual-admissions partnership to offer students a guaranteed path to a four-year college degree. The Chancellor also talks about a sexual assault awareness campaign and other programs on which it is partnering with PNW and other universities to help students. We have another "INside Indiana Business" report and we talk with Patricia Mota, the president and CEO of the Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement. HACE hosts a 40th anniversary meeting Thursday and Friday and will honor 54 regional Latino professionals.

You may save for years to help pay for your kids to go to college, but what happens when they get there?  Will they have the skills to succeed or know where to find the right resources to help them figure out this new life transition? Nicole Martinez has spent her entire career in academia helping prepare kids to have a successful college career.  Nicole currently works in the exploratory advising office at Purdue University Northwest.  Additionally, Nicole has taught strategies for academic success and career & professional development courses that help kids develop the skills they need to succeed, such as studying, time management, and test-taking. Throughout our conversation, Nocile provides direct tactics and strategies for both students and parents on how to navigate this new life transition.  Parents need to continue paying attention to their kids' work throughout college.  It is essential for parents to get proxy rights to access student files which are especially critical when it comes to the mental health aspects of their children. A critical takeaway from our conversation for parents and students would be this; don't be afraid to ask for help.  There are resources available on college campuses such as career centers, academic advisors, and professors who have open office hours who want to help make this a successful transition. Please enjoy my conversation with Nicole Martinez. For show notes and resources discussed in this episode, visit www.tammacapital.com/ep-65-nicole-martinez-helping-kids-prepare-for-collegetammacapital.com/65. For more episodes, go to tammacapital.com/podcast. Follow Paul on Facebook and LinkedIn. And feel free to email Paul at pfenner@tammacapital.com with any feedback, questions, or ideas for future guests and topics.

I'm joined by Dr. Michael Connolly, a history professor at Purdue University Northwest. He has written several articles about the best political perspective you've probably never heard about - Toryism. Most Americans only think of Toryism as a British idea, but it's much deeper than that. Far from being an ideology and bearing little similarity to the modern British political party of the same name, Toryism is a way of looking at the world. Beginning with an appreciation of the blessings from the past, it includes a love of the church, patriotism, the fundamental necessity of the family, the necessity of hierarchy, a slower pace of life, and protecting the weak in society, all with as little government involvement as possible.  If these are ideas you appreciate, you'll certainly want to hear the rest.  Article  by Dr. Connolly: The Tory Tradition The Tory Interpretation of History The Past as Battlefield Other Articles by Dr. Connolly

In today's episode of The Veterinary Business Success Show, Brendan Howard interviews one of the most charismatic speakers in the veterinary industry, certified veterinary practice manager, licensed veterinary technician, and veterinary business advisor, Bash Halow. Bash graduated from the College of William and Mary in 1987, before studying veterinary management at Purdue University Northwest. Since then he has built up 20 years of experience as a veterinary business advisor and practice manager. As a business advisor, Bash has helped dozens of veterinary hospitals build stronger teams and ethically grow their business through his company ‘Halow Consulting' which Bash set up in 2010. Halow Consulting offers “affordable strategies to save money, improve revenue and build teams in your veterinary practice”. Alongside his work as an advisor and practice owner, Bash has made a name for himself in the veterinary industry through his frequent contributions to Veterinary Economics and DVM 360. He is also a well-recognized speaker in the veterinary circuit and has spoken at many conferences, including the annual VPMA Conference. He is a member of the American Animal Hospital Association, the PVMA, Veterinary Hospital Managers Association and the founder of the New Jersey Veterinary Hospital Management Association, and the Big Apple Veterinary Management Association. To learn more about Bash, click here to listen to his episode on the Blunt Dissection episode with Dr. Dave Nicol. In this episode, Bash and Brendan talk about absolutely everything, from quantitative easing to remote working. Listen today!

Today: Sinai Forum executive director Leslie Plesac is on "Regionally Speaking" to talk about the unique way that Holocaust survivor Max Eisen spoke last Sunday to the audience on Purdue University Northwest's Westville campus. Leslie also has details on available season tickets for the series, since many are attending the speeches virtually, rather than in-person on campus. Pew Charitable Trust project director Tiffany Russell talks about the deep research that her team conducted into whether 911 call centers around the country are ready to handle more behavioral health crises. She says they are not. Sheila Matias, the executive director of the PNW Society of Innovators, talks about the Nov. 17th luncheon and 2021 Innovators induction ceremony. It will be held at Avalon Manor in Merrillville. Sheila reviews the list of inductees, which include representatives of business, industry and nonprofit organizations that are offering innovations toward solutions, benefiting society and creating measurable value to the community at-large.

Today: Northwest Indiana financial advisor Greg Hammer is back on "Regionally Speaking" about some important money matters that should be accomplished before the end of the calendar year. That includes converting one's Roth IRA and making charitable contributions. Side Effects Public Media reporter Christine Herman spoke with a chaplain who is dealing with COVID vaccine hestitancy, mistrust and misinformation from those who seek his advice. And Julie Wiejak, the interim executive director of undergraduate admissions at Purdue University Northwest, talks about the two "Preview PNW" campus information sessions for high schoolers who are interested in college or for adults (including veterans) who want to return to college for their degrees. The first session is Saturday, Oct. 16th on the Hammond campus and the second is on Nov. 13th on the Westville campus. Both sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and more information is online.

Brandi Shotwell is a Principal at Reno Capital Management in Dallas, Texas concentrating on debt and equity. With over 20 years' experience in finance and real estate, Brandi has had leadership involvement in over $1 billion in real estate projects ranging from commercial acquisitions to commercial development. She has organized funding acquisitions and development opportunities for multifamily investors, high net worth individuals, municipal growth areas, and manufacturing clients. Prior to joining RCM, Brandi was Vice President at Edge Capital Markets in Dallas, Texas. Preceding Edge, she was Vice President of Coronado Bay Capital where she was a top producing originator of the company. Previously, she was a founding partner of Global Mortgage USA. Brandi attended Purdue University Northwest where she studied business and marketing. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/donald-thomas6/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/donald-thomas6/support

Haydyn Gibson talks with Division II National Student-Athlete Advisory Committee members Mackenzie O'Neill, a soccer player from Missouri Western State University, and Ismael Contreras, a soccer player from Purdue University Northwest, to discuss their role on DII SAAC and how future DII college athletes can get involved.

Today: Leslie Plesac, the director of Purdue University Northwest's Sinai Forum program, is on "Regionally Speaking" for an extended conversation about the guest speakers for the 68th season for the Sinai Forum -- beginning with medical expert Dr. Deborah Birx (pictured) on October 17th. Other guests who will speak this season include Holocaust survivor Max Eisen, civil rights lawyer and social justice activist Bryan Stevenson and Silicon Valley icon Steve Wozniak. Pediatrician Dr. Christina Johns talks about the COVID vaccines available (and soon-to-be available) for children and of the importance of deciding if they should be vaccinated. And Gary Literacy Coalition executive director Lori Kuykendall talks about the organization and its mission in the Steel City to support, promote, enhance and coordinate programs for citizen access to literacy programs.

This week we welcome Purdue University Northwest Head Basketball Coach Boomer Roberts. In just 6 years as a Head Coach at the college level, Boomer has built a reputation of turning around programs. With his infectious energy, Coach Roberts' Purdue Northwest teams increased their win total in each of this first two seasons. Prior to taking over Purdue Northwest, Boomer lead the Trinity International University men's team to a conference championship and an appearance in the Elite 8 of the NAIA National Tournament. That season he was named CCAC and NCCAA Coach of the Year. Boomer began his coaching career as an Assistant Coach at Vanguard University following a successful playing career for the Lions. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Boomer Roberts.

Today: One of the participants in the last of a series of Zoom forums sponsored by Purdue University Northwest is on "Regionally Speaking" to talk about the subject. Professor Godwin-Charles Ogbeide is director of the PNW White Lodging School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. The panel talked about the impact of the pandemic on local and regional tourism and hospitality and about some strategies to be able to "bounce back." I.U. School of Medicine adjunct professor and opthamologist David Gross talks about the importance of "Healthy Vision Month" and Clarence Hulse, executive director of the Michigan City Economic Development Corp., join us with news of a partnership with Purdue Extension in LaPorte County on a study that will lead to solutions about the community's "food deserts." There are two neighborhoods in Michigan City where there are no stores that sell fresh, wholesome food.

Today: We have three conversations with local reaction to the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial in Minneapolis (pictured: post-verdict reaction from George Floyd family members) -- first, from state Senator Eddie Melton (D-Gary), and then from Griffith Police Chief Greg Mance and finally, from Purdue University Northwest associate English professor Colette Morrow. Melton has a post-verdict statement from his fellow Black legislators and the Indiana Democratic Party, and he talks about the measures that he authored or supported that will lead to police reform in Indiana. Chief Mance brings us a local view of the issues that law enforcement face, including the training that his police officers receive to deal with them. Professor Morrow held a Zoom meeting just hours after the verdict was announced, to offer a "safe place to speak and listen " about the tensions created after the George Floyd death. She has some in-depth observations on these issues of the day.

Today: Yohlunda Mosley with Purdue University Northwest is on "Regionally Speaking" to talk about the University's plans to disburse nearly 4 million dollars in federal pandemic-related assistance directly to PNW students in financial need. The latest round of funds were distributed to PNW by the U.S. Department of Education. Andy Campbell and Tara MacElmurry with NIPSCO talk about the utility's renewable energy initiative, including the newest wind farms and other projects coming up. And we have another conversation from the Welcome Project at Valparaiso University. This time, a former Gary resident recalls how his old neighborhood changed over the years.

Today: Tim Winders, vice-chancellor at Purdue University Northwest, is on "Regionally Speaking" to talk about the virtual discussion program he's moderating on March 22nd. It's another in the virtual series of “On The Other Side” on cybersecurity, and it features local businesspeople as well as on-campus speakers. Before that conversation, we talk with Indiana University Northwest associate vice-chancellor Cynthia O’Dell, who is coordinating “A Celebration of Faculty Research” this Friday morning. Ten faculty members will present a series of eight-minute TEDx-style talks to enlighten the campus and community about the important work and impact of faculty scholarship. We also feature another conversation in our "Reflections" series on Midwesterners whose lives were changed by COVID-19, and with Indiana Youth Institute president-CEO Tami Silverman on the difficult issues facing Hoosier youth during the pandemic.

Today: Retired public school superintendents Tony Lux and Michael Berta and Merrillville Community Schools administrator Danny Lackey are on "Regionally Speaking" to talk about Thursday's first of a two-webcast series co-hosted by Purdue University Northwest and the Northwest Indiana Coalition for Public Education that will focus on education and race, as barriers to learning. The virtual panel discussion is free and available to the public on the Purdue Northwest YouTube channel. We also have another conversation from the Welcome Project at Valparaiso University, a conversation with Griffith Town Council president Rick Ryfa on events and issues involving the town, and Indiana Youth Institute president and CEO Tami Silverman joins us for the latest on the 2021 "Kids Count Data Book" just released.

Today: Northwest Indiana political activist Ruth Needleman is on "Regionally Speaking" to talk about the ongoing issue of immigration in the Region. She also suggests some interesting Black-themed movies to "binge watch." Purdue University Northwest professor Richard Rupp is also on the program to talk about the first of a series of Zoom conversations over the next few months that center around an exploration of the post-COVID world from differing viewpoints. The conversations are with PNW scholars and community experts, on the opportunity for re-invention. Indiana Humanities fellow and independent researcher Nicole Poletika also talks about her research project that centers around the 1972 National Black Political Convention held in Gary.

Dr. Kim Scipes is a Professor of Sociology and has taught on the Westville Campus of Purdue University Northwest since 2004, following different careers as a printing press operator (with over nine years in the printing trades), high school teacher, web publisher, and secretary. He specializes in labor, both domestically and around the world, and is currently a member of the National Writers Union, UAW/AFL-CIO. He has been opening night and plenary speaker at global conferences in Canada, Germany, South Africa and Vietnam. Dr. Scipes has published widely in the United States and in 11 different countries around the world. He is a veteran of the US Marine Corps, serving from 1969-73, and fortunately staying in the United States during his time in the Marines; he became consciously political and “turned around” while on active duty. Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PARCMEDIAFollow Us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Vince_EmanueleFollow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1713FranklinSt/Follow Us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parcmedia/?...#PARCMedia is a news and media project founded by two USMC veterans, Sergio Kochergin & Vince Emanuele. They give a working-class take on issues surrounding politics, ecology, community organizing, war, culture, and philosophy.

In the last episode of Great News Weekly of 2020, host Jenny Craig Brown takes us on a trip to Industrial Revolution in Valparaiso. Lifer Dan shows us what Chesterton High School's band and orchestra spreads some holiday cheer, Sublime Homes looks back at their 2020. To cap off our 2020, we celebrate the graduates of Purdue University Northwest.The Life Sites:NWI.lifeValpo.lifeLaportecounty.lifePortage.lifeGreatNewsLife looks to form positive, online communities centered around the idea that, given the option, viewers prefer to see all the good things going on in their community, as opposed to negative news. Here you’ll find exclusively positive, hyper-local stories, features, and news touting everything exceptional about the communities that make up Northwest Indiana. We invite you to partake in the Region’s only source for all-positive news, all the time. Watch it. Love it. Share it.

Today: The recent COVID-19 stimulus bill passed by Congress and signed by the President will have an impact on Hoosier foster youth as they leave their foster homes and move on toward adulthood. Dr. Maggie Stevens, president and CEO of Indianapolis-based "Foster Success," talks with us about the provisions of the bill that can best assist them. We have another conversation from the Welcome Project at Valparaiso University, this time a young Black talks about trying to make friends, after moving into a new neighborhood. Ty Warner with the Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission talks about a recent report entitled "E-commerce in Northwest Indiana." It's a report that addresses in more detail the dynamic shifts in the local economy. And Pangere Corp. safety supervisor Don Babcock tells us more about a recent educational collaboratin with a Purdue University Northwest professor to offer students a way to be better prepared for careers after graduation.

This week in a special True Crime Daily Podcast: Our guest is Willie "Timmy" Donald, an Indiana man wrongly convicted of robbery and murder who served more than 20 years in prison before he was exonerated. We discuss how Mr. Donald went car-shopping with family one night in 1992 and ended up in a police lineup, how police and prosecutors let the wrong man go to prison -- and what has changed since. Also joining us is Willie T. Donald's attorney, Thomas Vanes; and Dr. Nicky Jackson, coordinator of the Criminal Justice Program at Purdue University Northwest in Indiana, who is the creator and chair of the Willie T. Donald Exoneration Advisory Coalition. Criminal defense attorney Alison Triessl co-hosts with Ana Garcia. Righting the Wrong of a Wrongful Conviction - GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/f/righting-the-wrong-of-a-wrongful-conviction The Willie T. Donald Exoneration Advisory Coalition - Purdue University Northwest https://www.pnw.edu/college-of-humanities-education-social-sciences/exoneration-coalition/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features an interview with Dr. Thomas Keon, Chancellor of Purdue University Northwest. Dr. Keon reveals the unique approach that Purdue University Northwest has taken when it comes to their relationship with the surrounding community, and the crucial role that post-secondary education plays in economic development. Dr. Keon also shares some of the biggest challenges facing the University, and the efforts that are underway to meet future workforce needs.

Today: Northwest Indiana financial advisor Greg Hammer is on "Regionally Speaking" with a look back at the important financial issues of 2020 and putting them in perspective as we look into 2021. Pangere Corp. safety coordinator Don Hancock also talks about his work with a Purdue University Northwest construction science and leadership class on giving students some "real world" experience thay can use when they begin their careers. They created a PowerPoint presentation that can be used to train others on OSHA and other safety training procedures.

This week's episode features chairs of AAMFT's Topical Interest Networks to discuss emerging trends in their topic area and the benefits of being a member of the group.Dr. Christopher Belous, chair of the Couples and Intimate Relationships topical interest network, is an associate professor and the clinical director of the family therapy program at Purdue University Northwest. He discusses the value that the network offers members through trainings, research, consultation groups, and the belonging found as part of this network.Jackie Williams-Reade is chair of the Family Therapists in Healthcare network and professor at Loma Linda University. She talks about the integration of healthcare into mental health and how the TIN is addressing needs for MFTs who work in healthcare settings- both experienced and new to the field.Learn more at www.aamft.org/TIN

Today: We revisit our conversation with Purdue University Northwest criminal justice professor Nicky Jackson about her October 6th presentation on "Race and Wrongful Convictions," part of the university's series of conversations called “Race, Racism, Anti-racism” which began earlier this month and continue into November. The programs are offered on Zoom and Facebook Live. State Representative Chris Chyung (D-Dyer) was a contestant on a new social media democracy game show series "Internet Expert," produced and put out on YouTube and other media by GBH (Boston). We talk with Chris and the program's host Malick Mercier, a student journalist. You can watch it here .

Kim Scipes is a former elected Chicago Chapter Chair and long-time member of the National Writers Union, UAW #1981. He’s previously been a member of the Graphic Communications International Union, the National Education Association, and the American Federation of Teachers. He lives and works in Northwest Indiana, teaching at Purdue University Northwest for the past 16 years. He has published three books, and over 225 articles and book reviews, mostly on labor, in the US, and around the world. His latest book, Building Global Labor Solidarity: Lessons from the Philippines, South Africa, Northwestern Europe, and the United States, will be published late this summer. His writings–many with links to the original article–can be accessed at https://faculty.pnw.edu/kim-scipes/publications/#2 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PARCMEDIAFollow Us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Vince_EmanueleFollow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1713FranklinSt/Follow Us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parcmedia/?... #PARCMedia is a news and media project founded by two USMC veterans, Sergio Kochergin & Vince Emanuele. They give a working-class take on issues surrounding politics, ecology, community organizing, war, culture, and philosophy

Harmonics . What are they and how do you prevent them in pumping systems? Eaton experts Paul Olis and Nicole George join the Pumps & Systems podcast to discuss this. Key questions answered are: What are harmonics? Why have harmonics become a bigger topic of discussion in recent years? What are the concerns regarding harmonics? How is harmonic distortion measured? How can harmonics be mitigated? How do passive harmonic solutions compare to others such as active front end? Paul Olis is a marketing analyst for Eaton’s enclosed variable frequency drives product line. He has a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Purdue University Northwest. He is in his third and final year of Eaton’s rotational leadership program, having already completed roles as a quality engineer for medium voltage drives and as a division sales engineer for low voltage switchgear. Nicole George is the product manager for pumping and enclosed variable frequency drives for Eaton’s Industrial Controls Division, Electrical Sector. She holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Tennessee and an MBA from the University of Florida.

Boomer is the head coach at Purdue University Northwest in Indiana. In this episode we talk about having an "invitational" mindset while growing a program. We also talk about living with joy and how to make an impact with our faith. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today: Sheila Matias, the executive director of the Leadership Institute at Purdue University Northwest, is with us to talk about the program that has for years given members of the community a way to become more insightful, stronger leaders. The coronavirus pandemic offered the Institute an opportunity to expand the access to the landmark "Leadership Northwest Indiana" program through a virtual program. Another LNI class is about to be launched. Marie Pittman, program manager of "Lake County Eats Local" joins us to talk about this year's series of land-based and mobile food markets that battle food insecurity in communities like Gary and East Chicago. The organization joined with Methodist Hospitals Northlake Campus, ArtHouse: A Social Kitchen, Gary Housing Authority and other groups to sponsor this summer's markets.

Today: Leslie Plesac, the executive director of the Sinai Forum at Purdue University Northwest, is with us to introduce to you the speakers for the two "virtual" sessions coming this fall for the celebrated speaker series, as well as a look at three speakers of the five who are planned for the 2021 season. The speakers planned for earlier this year were all postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic. The "virtual" speakers will be a delight for sports fans, as well as those concerned about the issues that we face on free speech and of cancel culture. Gary Sanitary District executive Tammi Davis talks about the financial opportunities for minority-owned businesses in the region. And Lake County Democratic Party chairman Jim Weiser offers his thoughts about Whiting Mayor Joe Stahura, who faces federal fraud charges, and Weiser speaks about the hazards and temptations that political campaign contributions can bring to those running for public office.

Today: Sherri Ziller, the Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority's chief development officer, is with us to talk about "transit development districts," what they are -- how they fit into the overall plans for the South Shore Line's expansion -- and how the public can comment about them. We also revisit our conversation about the series of online lectures and discussions beginning next month with Purdue University Northwest professors and speakers. It's entitled "Race, Racism, Anti-Racism." Criminal justice professor Nicky Jackson is one of the speakers in October, for a program about race and wrongful convictions.

Our guest today on the Success InSight Podcast is Dr. Jokima Hiller.Jokima (Jody) is the author of 7 EASY Ways to Show Your Employees YOU Care! - A Booklet for Hotel Managers and Others, and the co-author, with Jill Woods, of the RevPar Formula, and The Red Book - Notes From a First-Year General Manager.Jody’s passion has helped her sustain an interesting career in the hospitality industry since the age of 15! Her blend of experience and education make her a great resource. She's held a variety of positions ranging from human resources clerk and assistant reservation sales manager to front office manager, regional trainer, and general manager.Jody received a Bachelor's degree in Restaurant, Hotel, Institutional, and Tourism Management from Purdue University Northwest, a Masters in Business Administration from Keller Graduate School of Management, and a Doctorate in Hospitality Management from Iowa State University. Her experience and education have put her in positions to create best practices adopted by hotel colleagues, management, and franchise companies.Jody is currently an assistant professor at Missouri State University, where she teaches courses in Lodging Management, Club Management, and Special Event Planning. She also specializes in online learning and social media networking and is a Certified Hospitality Educator. She enjoys public speaking and has had numerous opportunities to facilitate workshops on a variety of topics.Jody became an above the knee amputee in 2015, which has added a new layer of understanding from which she approaches her role as a hospitality industry professional. She challenges hotel proprietors to look beyond ADA, keeping in mind that compliance doesn't necessarily mean comfort.To learn more about Jody and her work, she invites you to follow her on the following social sites:Facebook BusinessLinkedInTwitterClick here to learn more about Jody (and Jill’s) books on Amazon.The SuccessInSight Podcast is a production of Fox Coaching, Inc. and First Story Strategies.

In this episode, we have mortgage broker, Brandi Shotwell. We will be discussing how to get started with Lending/Financing, from selecting the broker, getting a loan, what the requirements are and the different types of loans available. Our speaker, Brandi Shotwell, is a Principal at Reno Capital Management in Dallas, concentrating on debt and equity. With over 20 years’ experience in finance and real estate, Brandi has had leadership involvement on over $1 billion in real estate projects ranging from commercial developments to commercial acquisitions. She has organized and streamlined funding for development opportunities for municipal growth areas, manufacturing clients, multifamily investors and many high net worth individuals. Prior to joining RCM, Brandi was Vice President at Edge-CM in Dallas. Prior to Edge, she was Vice President of Coronado Bay Capital where she was a top producing originator of the company. Previously, she was a founding partner of Global Mortgage USA. Brandi attended Purdue University Northwest where she studied business and marketing. Brandi can be contacted on the following: Office Number: 469 929 9538 Mobile Number: 469 626 7979 Website: renocm.com Email address: brandi@renocm.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To check on my latest podcast, please subscribe to Starkey Multifamily Podcast To connect with me, you may reach me on Reed@StarkeyCapital.com To know about our events and meetups, please join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/StarkeyMultifamily --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reed-starkey/support

This will be part 2 of my interview with Lending Expert, Brandi Shotwell. (Part 1 to come later this week) In this episode, we'll talk about how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected the lenders, sellers, and buyers and the changes to the lending process. Our speaker, Brandi Shotwell, is a Principal at Reno Capital Management in Dallas, concentrating on debt and equity. With over 20 years’ experience in finance and real estate, Brandi has had leadership involvement on over $1 billion in real estate projects ranging from commercial developments to commercial acquisitions. She has organized and streamlined funding for development opportunities for municipal growth areas, manufacturing clients, multifamily investors and many high net worth individuals. Prior to joining RCM, Brandi was Vice President at Edge-CM in Dallas. Prior to Edge, she was Vice President of Coronado Bay Capital where she was a top producing originator of the company. Previously, she was a founding partner of Global Mortgage USA. Brandi attended Purdue University Northwest where she studied business and marketing. Brandi can be contacted on the following: Office Number: 469 929 9538 Mobile Number: 469 626 7979 Website: renocm.com Email address: brandi@renocm.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To check on my latest podcast, please subscribe to Starkey Multifamily Podcast To connect with me, you may reach me on Reed@StarkeyCapital.com To know about our events and meetups, please join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/StarkeyMultifamily --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reed-starkey/support

Dr. Belous is an Associate Professor, the Director of the Couple and Family Therapy Center at Purdue University Northwest, and a practicing therapist. He is a certified sex therapist and educator, a certified family life educator, and a certified gay-affirmative psychotherapist. He is on the editorial board of the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy and the American Journal of Family Therapy. He is the founding chairperson of the Couples and Intimate Relationships Topical Interest Network and is the treasurer of the Queer and Trans Affirmative Network for the AAMFT. He is a sex and sexuality researcher focusing on social justice and couple and family therapy education and supervision. He has over 20 published works, has given more than 40 presentations at national and international conferences, and has completed 7 different research grants. The Cass Identity Formation Model Dr. Belous has done research on the process of coming out and helped people integrate their sexual identity into their holistic concept of themselves. He explains that science has worked to understand the coming out process for years. He gives The Cass Identity Formation Model as an example from the 1970s. Dr. Belous tells us her model begins with ‘confusion,' the stage where people discover they aren't heterosexual. ‘Comparison,' the stage where people decide to act straight or gay, is second. ‘Tolerance' is the third step; which Chris describes as the stage when people acknowledge their sexuality without fully accepting it. He says that leads to ‘acceptance,' when a person's sexual identity is fully accepted, and people start coming out. He tells us the fifth step is called ‘identity pride,' which is when people become activists, march in parades, and broadcast their sexuality. Her final stage, he explains, is ‘identity synthesis,' when a person's sexual identity is integrated with their everyday personality. Chris mentions that this model has many drawbacks, including its presumptions that straight people don't have to go through sexual identity integration, and its presumption that gay people must believe they're heterosexual before they realize they're gay. A Multidimensional Model of Sexual Identity Formation Dr. Belous more often works with a multidimensional model of sexual identity formation rooted in social constructionism and developed by Horowitz and Newcomb. He explains that in their model sexual identity is more fluid, and their system is less linear. With the Cass model, people look at their behavior to see where they are on a very linear scale. However, Chris describes Horowitz and Newcomb's model as referencing behaviors, desires, and experiences to form a coherent but temporary understanding of one's sexual identity. The Minority Stress Theory Chris explains that the minority stress theory was initially developed by Ilan Meyer to describe LGBTQ+ identities, but has expanded to include other minorities like race, ethnicity, and culture. When used in the context of sexual identity it codifies the fact that being LGBTQ+ is more stressful than being cisgender and heterosexual. Dr. Belous relates that the crux of the matter is that gay people have to come out repeatedly and coming out always involves theoretical or actual threats to their emotional, physical, and social safety. Stress is also compounded, Chris tells us, by the need to constantly fight against assumptions due to their sexuality. Mental health concerns like anxiety and depression are much higher in the LGBTQ+ community, and Dr. Belous believes that this theory accounts for that disparity. Coming Out is More Stressful than Staying Closeted Chris tells us that research has proven coming out is more stressful than staying closeted. In many parts of the world, he reminds us, coming out means you're risking your life, while it's a minor issue elsewhere. He tells us deciding to come out is influenced by their family of origin, personal values, and beliefs, and the environment one lives in. In Dr. Belous' research men often claimed they had to come out because of the depression, anxiety, irritability, and aggression that resulted from being closeted. Nearly half of the men he interviewed exhibited stereotypically gay traits that made people assume they were gay before they came out. How to Come Out Dr. Belous acknowledges that there is a lot of information online about coming out but reminds us that their information is usually based upon one person's very good or very bad experience with coming out. He encourages people to watch the videos and consider the advice out there, but he reminds us that your own experience of coming out may be very different. His advice is to think about the people in your life to find the person it's safest to come out to. He says you should look for someone who's very supportive and an ally of the community. Chris warns that coming out is hardest the first time, and he encourages practicing first, but he emphasizes that you deserve to feel authentic and to be relieved of the weight of this secret. Coming Out Safely When helping people come out, Dr. Belous emphasizes safety. Coming out to the wrong parents can lead to being kicked out and starting a downward spiral that leads to drug use and sex work. Those risks mean Chris advises some minors to remain closeted while living with their parents. Waiting until you are taking care of yourself or you have another place to live and sleep if things go wrong is essential. Impact of Stereotypes on Sexual Identity Dr. Belous explains that people like to put others into simple, stereotyped categories. He says that when gay men come out, people expect them to fit feminine stereotypes. Similarly, lesbians are expected to be masculine, and women with masculine traits are assumed to be lesbians. He says stereotypes can hinder people's desire to come out because they can make people feel like they don't fit in as a gay person when they don't fulfill those stereotypes. Chris points out that people who are bisexual, pansexual, demisexual, or any other sexual identity that doesn't fit in the heterosexual or homosexual box often run into similar problems. They can be rejected by both communities for not choosing one or the other. Bisexuals also suffer from bi-erasure, which Dr. Belous illustrated by describing a bi man in a relationship with a woman. He also explains bi privilege, when happens when bi people are out with their different-sex significant other and have most people recognize their relationship and treat them appropriately, while homosexual men and women are often presumed to be friends or brothers. Advice for Parents He advises all parents to think about what values they want to communicate to their child, and what kind of person they want their child to become. Parents also need to identify things that are 100% unacceptable to them. When this happens, Chris says visiting a therapist to make a plan for when those things happen is a good idea, because if you don't have a plan, you're not going to react well. He suggests not under or overreacting if your child comes out as a homosexual. If you suspect your child is gay, be as supportive of the LGBTQ+ community as possible and talk about homosexuality and how it's okay when it comes up. Those small changes can be enough to make children feel safe coming out. Chris also reminds us that there are completely heterosexual people who interact with the world in ways that mimic gay stereotypes. Those children will frequently be mistaken for homosexuals, and it's important not to presume your child is homosexual because of stereotypes they personify. Resources for Christopher Belous: https://academics.pnw.edu/marriage-family-therapy/member/christopher-k-belous-phd-lmft/ http://www.thebsi.org https://www.instagram.com/chrisbelous/ More info: Link to the free guide – Talking About Sex: http://bettersexpodcast.com/talk Join my email list here: http://bettersexpodcast.com/list Book and New Course – https://sexwithoutstress.com Web – https://www.bettersexpodcast.com/ Sex Health Quiz – http://sexhealthquiz.com/ Better Sex with Jessa Zimmerman https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/More info and resources: How Big a Problem is Your Sex Life? 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Dr. Belous is an Associate Professor, the Director of the Couple and Family Therapy Center at Purdue University Northwest, and a practicing therapist. He is a certified sex therapist and educator, a certified family life educator, and a certified gay-affirmative psychotherapist. He is on the editorial board of the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy and the American Journal of Family Therapy. He is the founding chairperson of the Couples and Intimate Relationships Topical Interest Network and is the treasurer of the Queer and Trans Affirmative Network for the AAMFT. He is a sex and sexuality researcher focusing on social justice and couple and family therapy education and supervision. He has over 20 published works, has given more than 40 presentations at national and international conferences, and has completed 7 different research grants. The Cass Identity Formation Model Dr. Belous has done research on the process of coming out and helped people integrate their sexual identity into their holistic concept of themselves. He explains that science has worked to understand the coming out process for years. He gives The Cass Identity Formation Model as an example from the 1970s. Dr. Belous tells us her model begins with ‘confusion,’ the stage where people discover they aren’t heterosexual. ‘Comparison,’ the stage where people decide to act straight or gay, is second. ‘Tolerance’ is the third step; which Chris describes as the stage when people acknowledge their sexuality without fully accepting it. He says that leads to ‘acceptance,’ when a person’s sexual identity is fully accepted, and people start coming out. He tells us the fifth step is called ‘identity pride,’ which is when people become activists, march in parades, and broadcast their sexuality. Her final stage, he explains, is ‘identity synthesis,’ when a person’s sexual identity is integrated with their everyday personality. Chris mentions that this model has many drawbacks, including its presumptions that straight people don’t have to go through sexual identity integration, and its presumption that gay people must believe they’re heterosexual before they realize they’re gay. A Multidimensional Model of Sexual Identity Formation Dr. Belous more often works with a multidimensional model of sexual identity formation rooted in social constructionism and developed by Horowitz and Newcomb. He explains that in their model sexual identity is more fluid, and their system is less linear. With the Cass model, people look at their behavior to see where they are on a very linear scale. However, Chris describes Horowitz and Newcomb’s model as referencing behaviors, desires, and experiences to form a coherent but temporary understanding of one’s sexual identity. The Minority Stress Theory Chris explains that the minority stress theory was initially developed by Ilan Meyer to describe LGBTQ+ identities, but has expanded to include other minorities like race, ethnicity, and culture. When used in the context of sexual identity it codifies the fact that being LGBTQ+ is more stressful than being cisgender and heterosexual. Dr. Belous relates that the crux of the matter is that gay people have to come out repeatedly and coming out always involves theoretical or actual threats to their emotional, physical, and social safety. Stress is also compounded, Chris tells us, by the need to constantly fight against assumptions due to their sexuality. Mental health concerns like anxiety and depression are much higher in the LGBTQ+ community, and Dr. Belous believes that this theory accounts for that disparity. Coming Out is More Stressful than Staying Closeted Chris tells us that research has proven coming out is more stressful than staying closeted. In many parts of the world, he reminds us, coming out means you’re risking your life, while it’s a minor issue elsewhere. He tells us deciding to come out is influenced by their family of origin, personal values, and beliefs, and the environment one lives in. In Dr. Belous’ research men often claimed they had to come out because of the depression, anxiety, irritability, and aggression that resulted from being closeted. Nearly half of the men he interviewed exhibited stereotypically gay traits that made people assume they were gay before they came out. How to Come Out Dr. Belous acknowledges that there is a lot of information online about coming out but reminds us that their information is usually based upon one person’s very good or very bad experience with coming out. He encourages people to watch the videos and consider the advice out there, but he reminds us that your own experience of coming out may be very different. His advice is to think about the people in your life to find the person it’s safest to come out to. He says you should look for someone who’s very supportive and an ally of the community. Chris warns that coming out is hardest the first time, and he encourages practicing first, but he emphasizes that you deserve to feel authentic and to be relieved of the weight of this secret. Coming Out Safely When helping people come out, Dr. Belous emphasizes safety. Coming out to the wrong parents can lead to being kicked out and starting a downward spiral that leads to drug use and sex work. Those risks mean Chris advises some minors to remain closeted while living with their parents. Waiting until you are taking care of yourself or you have another place to live and sleep if things go wrong is essential. Impact of Stereotypes on Sexual Identity Dr. Belous explains that people like to put others into simple, stereotyped categories. He says that when gay men come out, people expect them to fit feminine stereotypes. Similarly, lesbians are expected to be masculine, and women with masculine traits are assumed to be lesbians. He says stereotypes can hinder people’s desire to come out because they can make people feel like they don’t fit in as a gay person when they don’t fulfill those stereotypes. Chris points out that people who are bisexual, pansexual, demisexual, or any other sexual identity that doesn’t fit in the heterosexual or homosexual box often run into similar problems. They can be rejected by both communities for not choosing one or the other. Bisexuals also suffer from bi-erasure, which Dr. Belous illustrated by describing a bi man in a relationship with a woman. He also explains bi privilege, when happens when bi people are out with their different-sex significant other and have most people recognize their relationship and treat them appropriately, while homosexual men and women are often presumed to be friends or brothers. Advice for Parents He advises all parents to think about what values they want to communicate to their child, and what kind of person they want their child to become. Parents also need to identify things that are 100% unacceptable to them. When this happens, Chris says visiting a therapist to make a plan for when those things happen is a good idea, because if you don’t have a plan, you’re not going to react well. He suggests not under or overreacting if your child comes out as a homosexual. If you suspect your child is gay, be as supportive of the LGBTQ+ community as possible and talk about homosexuality and how it’s okay when it comes up. Those small changes can be enough to make children feel safe coming out. Chris also reminds us that there are completely heterosexual people who interact with the world in ways that mimic gay stereotypes. Those children will frequently be mistaken for homosexuals, and it’s important not to presume your child is homosexual because of stereotypes they personify. Resources for Christopher Belous: https://academics.pnw.edu/marriage-family-therapy/member/christopher-k-belous-phd-lmft/ http://www.thebsi.org https://www.instagram.com/chrisbelous/ More info:Link to the free guide – Talking About Sex: http://bettersexpodcast.com/talkJoin my email list here: http://bettersexpodcast.com/listBook and New Course – https://sexwithoutstress.comWeb – https://www.bettersexpodcast.com/Sex Health Quiz – http://sexhealthquiz.com/Better Sex with Jessa Zimmermanhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/

Dr. Belous is an Associate Professor, the Director of the Couple and Family Therapy Center at Purdue University Northwest, and a practicing therapist. He is a certified sex therapist and educator, a certified family life educator, and a certified gay-affirmative psychotherapist. He is on the editorial board of the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy and the American Journal of Family Therapy. He is the founding chairperson of the Couples and Intimate Relationships Topical Interest Network and is the treasurer of the Queer and Trans Affirmative Network for the AAMFT. He is a sex and sexuality researcher focusing on social justice and couple and family therapy education and supervision. He has over 20 published works, has given more than 40 presentations at national and international conferences, and has completed 7 different research grants. The Cass Identity Formation Model Dr. Belous has done research on the process of coming out and helped people integrate their sexual identity into their holistic concept of themselves. He explains that science has worked to understand the coming out process for years. He gives The Cass Identity Formation Model as an example from the 1970s. Dr. Belous tells us her model begins with ‘confusion,’ the stage where people discover they aren’t heterosexual. ‘Comparison,’ the stage where people decide to act straight or gay, is second. ‘Tolerance’ is the third step; which Chris describes as the stage when people acknowledge their sexuality without fully accepting it. He says that leads to ‘acceptance,’ when a person’s sexual identity is fully accepted, and people start coming out. He tells us the fifth step is called ‘identity pride,’ which is when people become activists, march in parades, and broadcast their sexuality. Her final stage, he explains, is ‘identity synthesis,’ when a person’s sexual identity is integrated with their everyday personality. Chris mentions that this model has many drawbacks, including its presumptions that straight people don’t have to go through sexual identity integration, and its presumption that gay people must believe they’re heterosexual before they realize they’re gay. A Multidimensional Model of Sexual Identity Formation Dr. Belous more often works with a multidimensional model of sexual identity formation rooted in social constructionism and developed by Horowitz and Newcomb. He explains that in their model sexual identity is more fluid, and their system is less linear. With the Cass model, people look at their behavior to see where they are on a very linear scale. However, Chris describes Horowitz and Newcomb’s model as referencing behaviors, desires, and experiences to form a coherent but temporary understanding of one’s sexual identity. The Minority Stress Theory Chris explains that the minority stress theory was initially developed by Ilan Meyer to describe LGBTQ+ identities, but has expanded to include other minorities like race, ethnicity, and culture. When used in the context of sexual identity it codifies the fact that being LGBTQ+ is more stressful than being cisgender and heterosexual. Dr. Belous relates that the crux of the matter is that gay people have to come out repeatedly and coming out always involves theoretical or actual threats to their emotional, physical, and social safety. Stress is also compounded, Chris tells us, by the need to constantly fight against assumptions due to their sexuality. Mental health concerns like anxiety and depression are much higher in the LGBTQ+ community, and Dr. Belous believes that this theory accounts for that disparity. Coming Out is More Stressful than Staying Closeted Chris tells us that research has proven coming out is more stressful than staying closeted. In many parts of the world, he reminds us, coming out means you’re risking your life, while it’s a minor issue elsewhere. He tells us deciding to come out is influenced by their family of origin, personal values, and beliefs, and the environment one lives in. In Dr. Belous’ research men often claimed they had to come out because of the depression, anxiety, irritability, and aggression that resulted from being closeted. Nearly half of the men he interviewed exhibited stereotypically gay traits that made people assume they were gay before they came out. How to Come Out Dr. Belous acknowledges that there is a lot of information online about coming out but reminds us that their information is usually based upon one person’s very good or very bad experience with coming out. He encourages people to watch the videos and consider the advice out there, but he reminds us that your own experience of coming out may be very different. His advice is to think about the people in your life to find the person it’s safest to come out to. He says you should look for someone who’s very supportive and an ally of the community. Chris warns that coming out is hardest the first time, and he encourages practicing first, but he emphasizes that you deserve to feel authentic and to be relieved of the weight of this secret. Coming Out Safely When helping people come out, Dr. Belous emphasizes safety. Coming out to the wrong parents can lead to being kicked out and starting a downward spiral that leads to drug use and sex work. Those risks mean Chris advises some minors to remain closeted while living with their parents. Waiting until you are taking care of yourself or you have another place to live and sleep if things go wrong is essential. Impact of Stereotypes on Sexual Identity Dr. Belous explains that people like to put others into simple, stereotyped categories. He says that when gay men come out, people expect them to fit feminine stereotypes. Similarly, lesbians are expected to be masculine, and women with masculine traits are assumed to be lesbians. He says stereotypes can hinder people’s desire to come out because they can make people feel like they don’t fit in as a gay person when they don’t fulfill those stereotypes. Chris points out that people who are bisexual, pansexual, demisexual, or any other sexual identity that doesn’t fit in the heterosexual or homosexual box often run into similar problems. They can be rejected by both communities for not choosing one or the other. Bisexuals also suffer from bi-erasure, which Dr. Belous illustrated by describing a bi man in a relationship with a woman. He also explains bi privilege, when happens when bi people are out with their different-sex significant other and have most people recognize their relationship and treat them appropriately, while homosexual men and women are often presumed to be friends or brothers. Advice for Parents He advises all parents to think about what values they want to communicate to their child, and what kind of person they want their child to become. Parents also need to identify things that are 100% unacceptable to them. When this happens, Chris says visiting a therapist to make a plan for when those things happen is a good idea, because if you don’t have a plan, you’re not going to react well. He suggests not under or overreacting if your child comes out as a homosexual. If you suspect your child is gay, be as supportive of the LGBTQ+ community as possible and talk about homosexuality and how it’s okay when it comes up. Those small changes can be enough to make children feel safe coming out. Chris also reminds us that there are completely heterosexual people who interact with the world in ways that mimic gay stereotypes. Those children will frequently be mistaken for homosexuals, and it’s important not to presume your child is homosexual because of stereotypes they personify. Resources for Christopher Belous: https://academics.pnw.edu/marriage-family-therapy/member/christopher-k-belous-phd-lmft/ http://www.thebsi.org https://www.instagram.com/chrisbelous/ More info:Link to the free guide – Talking About Sex: http://bettersexpodcast.com/talkJoin my email list here: http://bettersexpodcast.com/listBook and New Course – https://sexwithoutstress.comWeb – https://www.bettersexpodcast.com/Sex Health Quiz – http://sexhealthquiz.com/Better Sex with Jessa Zimmermanhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/

Dr. Belous is an Associate Professor, the Director of the Couple and Family Therapy Center at Purdue University Northwest, and a practicing therapist. He is a certified sex therapist and educator, a certified family life educator, and a certified gay-affirmative psychotherapist. He is on the editorial board of the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy and the American Journal of Family Therapy. He is the founding chairperson of the Couples and Intimate Relationships Topical Interest Network and is the treasurer of the Queer and Trans Affirmative Network for the AAMFT. He is a sex and sexuality researcher focusing on social justice and couple and family therapy education and supervision. He has over 20 published works, has given more than 40 presentations at national and international conferences, and has completed 7 different research grants. The Cass Identity Formation Model Dr. Belous has done research on the process of coming out and helped people integrate their sexual identity into their holistic concept of themselves. He explains that science has worked to understand the coming out process for years. He gives The Cass Identity Formation Model as an example from the 1970s. Dr. Belous tells us her model begins with ‘confusion,’ the stage where people discover they aren’t heterosexual. ‘Comparison,’ the stage where people decide to act straight or gay, is second. ‘Tolerance’ is the third step; which Chris describes as the stage when people acknowledge their sexuality without fully accepting it. He says that leads to ‘acceptance,’ when a person’s sexual identity is fully accepted, and people start coming out. He tells us the fifth step is called ‘identity pride,’ which is when people become activists, march in parades, and broadcast their sexuality. Her final stage, he explains, is ‘identity synthesis,’ when a person’s sexual identity is integrated with their everyday personality. Chris mentions that this model has many drawbacks, including its presumptions that straight people don’t have to go through sexual identity integration, and its presumption that gay people must believe they’re heterosexual before they realize they’re gay. A Multidimensional Model of Sexual Identity Formation Dr. Belous more often works with a multidimensional model of sexual identity formation rooted in social constructionism and developed by Horowitz and Newcomb. He explains that in their model sexual identity is more fluid, and their system is less linear. With the Cass model, people look at their behavior to see where they are on a very linear scale. However, Chris describes Horowitz and Newcomb’s model as referencing behaviors, desires, and experiences to form a coherent but temporary understanding of one’s sexual identity. The Minority Stress Theory Chris explains that the minority stress theory was initially developed by Ilan Meyer to describe LGBTQ+ identities, but has expanded to include other minorities like race, ethnicity, and culture. When used in the context of sexual identity it codifies the fact that being LGBTQ+ is more stressful than being cisgender and heterosexual. Dr. Belous relates that the crux of the matter is that gay people have to come out repeatedly and coming out always involves theoretical or actual threats to their emotional, physical, and social safety. Stress is also compounded, Chris tells us, by the need to constantly fight against assumptions due to their sexuality. Mental health concerns like anxiety and depression are much higher in the LGBTQ+ community, and Dr. Belous believes that this theory accounts for that disparity. Coming Out is More Stressful than Staying Closeted Chris tells us that research has proven coming out is more stressful than staying closeted. In many parts of the world, he reminds us, coming out means you’re risking your life, while it’s a minor issue elsewhere. He tells us deciding to come out is influenced by their family of origin, personal values, and beliefs, and the environment one lives in. In Dr. Belous’ research men often claimed they had to come out because of the depression, anxiety, irritability, and aggression that resulted from being closeted. Nearly half of the men he interviewed exhibited stereotypically gay traits that made people assume they were gay before they came out. How to Come Out Dr. Belous acknowledges that there is a lot of information online about coming out but reminds us that their information is usually based upon one person’s very good or very bad experience with coming out. He encourages people to watch the videos and consider the advice out there, but he reminds us that your own experience of coming out may be very different. His advice is to think about the people in your life to find the person it’s safest to come out to. He says you should look for someone who’s very supportive and an ally of the community. Chris warns that coming out is hardest the first time, and he encourages practicing first, but he emphasizes that you deserve to feel authentic and to be relieved of the weight of this secret. Coming Out Safely When helping people come out, Dr. Belous emphasizes safety. Coming out to the wrong parents can lead to being kicked out and starting a downward spiral that leads to drug use and sex work. Those risks mean Chris advises some minors to remain closeted while living with their parents. Waiting until you are taking care of yourself or you have another place to live and sleep if things go wrong is essential. Impact of Stereotypes on Sexual Identity Dr. Belous explains that people like to put others into simple, stereotyped categories. He says that when gay men come out, people expect them to fit feminine stereotypes. Similarly, lesbians are expected to be masculine, and women with masculine traits are assumed to be lesbians. He says stereotypes can hinder people’s desire to come out because they can make people feel like they don’t fit in as a gay person when they don’t fulfill those stereotypes. Chris points out that people who are bisexual, pansexual, demisexual, or any other sexual identity that doesn’t fit in the heterosexual or homosexual box often run into similar problems. They can be rejected by both communities for not choosing one or the other. Bisexuals also suffer from bi-erasure, which Dr. Belous illustrated by describing a bi man in a relationship with a woman. He also explains bi privilege, when happens when bi people are out with their different-sex significant other and have most people recognize their relationship and treat them appropriately, while homosexual men and women are often presumed to be friends or brothers. Advice for Parents He advises all parents to think about what values they want to communicate to their child, and what kind of person they want their child to become. Parents also need to identify things that are 100% unacceptable to them. When this happens, Chris says visiting a therapist to make a plan for when those things happen is a good idea, because if you don’t have a plan, you’re not going to react well. He suggests not under or overreacting if your child comes out as a homosexual. If you suspect your child is gay, be as supportive of the LGBTQ+ community as possible and talk about homosexuality and how it’s okay when it comes up. Those small changes can be enough to make children feel safe coming out. Chris also reminds us that there are completely heterosexual people who interact with the world in ways that mimic gay stereotypes. Those children will frequently be mistaken for homosexuals, and it’s important not to presume your child is homosexual because of stereotypes they personify. Resources for Christopher Belous: https://academics.pnw.edu/marriage-family-therapy/member/christopher-k-belous-phd-lmft/ http://www.thebsi.org https://www.instagram.com/chrisbelous/ More info:Link to the free guide – Talking About Sex: http://bettersexpodcast.com/talkJoin my email list here: http://bettersexpodcast.com/listBook and New Course – https://sexwithoutstress.comWeb – https://www.bettersexpodcast.com/Sex Health Quiz – http://sexhealthquiz.com/Better Sex with Jessa Zimmermanhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/

Dr. Belous is an Associate Professor, the Director of the Couple and Family Therapy Center at Purdue University Northwest, and a practicing therapist. He is a certified sex therapist and educator, a certified family life educator, and a certified gay-affirmative psychotherapist. He is on the editorial board of the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy and the American Journal of Family Therapy. He is the founding chairperson of the Couples and Intimate Relationships Topical Interest Network and is the treasurer of the Queer and Trans Affirmative Network for the AAMFT. He is a sex and sexuality researcher focusing on social justice and couple and family therapy education and supervision. He has over 20 published works, has given more than 40 presentations at national and international conferences, and has completed 7 different research grants. The Cass Identity Formation Model Dr. Belous has done research on the process of coming out and helped people integrate their sexual identity into their holistic concept of themselves. He explains that science has worked to understand the coming out process for years. He gives The Cass Identity Formation Model as an example from the 1970s. Dr. Belous tells us her model begins with ‘confusion,’ the stage where people discover they aren’t heterosexual. ‘Comparison,’ the stage where people decide to act straight or gay, is second. ‘Tolerance’ is the third step; which Chris describes as the stage when people acknowledge their sexuality without fully accepting it. He says that leads to ‘acceptance,’ when a person’s sexual identity is fully accepted, and people start coming out. He tells us the fifth step is called ‘identity pride,’ which is when people become activists, march in parades, and broadcast their sexuality. Her final stage, he explains, is ‘identity synthesis,’ when a person’s sexual identity is integrated with their everyday personality. Chris mentions that this model has many drawbacks, including its presumptions that straight people don’t have to go through sexual identity integration, and its presumption that gay people must believe they’re heterosexual before they realize they’re gay. A Multidimensional Model of Sexual Identity Formation Dr. Belous more often works with a multidimensional model of sexual identity formation rooted in social constructionism and developed by Horowitz and Newcomb. He explains that in their model sexual identity is more fluid, and their system is less linear. With the Cass model, people look at their behavior to see where they are on a very linear scale. However, Chris describes Horowitz and Newcomb’s model as referencing behaviors, desires, and experiences to form a coherent but temporary understanding of one’s sexual identity. The Minority Stress Theory Chris explains that the minority stress theory was initially developed by Ilan Meyer to describe LGBTQ+ identities, but has expanded to include other minorities like race, ethnicity, and culture. When used in the context of sexual identity it codifies the fact that being LGBTQ+ is more stressful than being cisgender and heterosexual. Dr. Belous relates that the crux of the matter is that gay people have to come out repeatedly and coming out always involves theoretical or actual threats to their emotional, physical, and social safety. Stress is also compounded, Chris tells us, by the need to constantly fight against assumptions due to their sexuality. Mental health concerns like anxiety and depression are much higher in the LGBTQ+ community, and Dr. Belous believes that this theory accounts for that disparity. Coming Out is More Stressful than Staying Closeted Chris tells us that research has proven coming out is more stressful than staying closeted. In many parts of the world, he reminds us, coming out means you’re risking your life, while it’s a minor issue elsewhere. He tells us deciding to come out is influenced by their family of origin, personal values, and beliefs, and the environment one lives in. In Dr. Belous’ research men often claimed they had to come out because of the depression, anxiety, irritability, and aggression that resulted from being closeted. Nearly half of the men he interviewed exhibited stereotypically gay traits that made people assume they were gay before they came out. How to Come Out Dr. Belous acknowledges that there is a lot of information online about coming out but reminds us that their information is usually based upon one person’s very good or very bad experience with coming out. He encourages people to watch the videos and consider the advice out there, but he reminds us that your own experience of coming out may be very different. His advice is to think about the people in your life to find the person it’s safest to come out to. He says you should look for someone who’s very supportive and an ally of the community. Chris warns that coming out is hardest the first time, and he encourages practicing first, but he emphasizes that you deserve to feel authentic and to be relieved of the weight of this secret. Coming Out Safely When helping people come out, Dr. Belous emphasizes safety. Coming out to the wrong parents can lead to being kicked out and starting a downward spiral that leads to drug use and sex work. Those risks mean Chris advises some minors to remain closeted while living with their parents. Waiting until you are taking care of yourself or you have another place to live and sleep if things go wrong is essential. Impact of Stereotypes on Sexual Identity Dr. Belous explains that people like to put others into simple, stereotyped categories. He says that when gay men come out, people expect them to fit feminine stereotypes. Similarly, lesbians are expected to be masculine, and women with masculine traits are assumed to be lesbians. He says stereotypes can hinder people’s desire to come out because they can make people feel like they don’t fit in as a gay person when they don’t fulfill those stereotypes. Chris points out that people who are bisexual, pansexual, demisexual, or any other sexual identity that doesn’t fit in the heterosexual or homosexual box often run into similar problems. They can be rejected by both communities for not choosing one or the other. Bisexuals also suffer from bi-erasure, which Dr. Belous illustrated by describing a bi man in a relationship with a woman. He also explains bi privilege, when happens when bi people are out with their different-sex significant other and have most people recognize their relationship and treat them appropriately, while homosexual men and women are often presumed to be friends or brothers. Advice for Parents He advises all parents to think about what values they want to communicate to their child, and what kind of person they want their child to become. Parents also need to identify things that are 100% unacceptable to them. When this happens, Chris says visiting a therapist to make a plan for when those things happen is a good idea, because if you don’t have a plan, you’re not going to react well. He suggests not under or overreacting if your child comes out as a homosexual. If you suspect your child is gay, be as supportive of the LGBTQ+ community as possible and talk about homosexuality and how it’s okay when it comes up. Those small changes can be enough to make children feel safe coming out. Chris also reminds us that there are completely heterosexual people who interact with the world in ways that mimic gay stereotypes. Those children will frequently be mistaken for homosexuals, and it’s important not to presume your child is homosexual because of stereotypes they personify. Resources for Christopher Belous: https://academics.pnw.edu/marriage-family-therapy/member/christopher-k-belous-phd-lmft/ http://www.thebsi.org https://www.instagram.com/chrisbelous/ More info:Link to the free guide – Talking About Sex: http://bettersexpodcast.com/talkJoin my email list here: http://bettersexpodcast.com/listBook and New Course – https://sexwithoutstress.comWeb – https://www.bettersexpodcast.com/Sex Health Quiz – http://sexhealthquiz.com/Better Sex with Jessa Zimmermanhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/

Today: Andy Downs with the Mike Downs Center for Indiana Politics in Ft. Wayne joins us to talk about the 2020 General Assembly session which is in its final weeks, and the bills that've been come up so far for review. Dr. Erik Mikaitis with Franciscan Health Crown Point explains the coronavirus, its symptoms and how the healthcare system is getting ready to deal with it -- in the hopes that they don't have to. We have another edition of "Building Northwest Indiana" from the Construction Advancement Foundation and another conversation from the Welcome Project at Valparaiso University. Purdue University Northwest is observing Women's History Month with a series of events, and Kimberly Trajkovski tells us about a program this weekend at the Hammond campus on "believing in restorative justice."

Hello and welcome to another episode of Hospitality, M.D.! This week is our 3rd and final episode feature the bright young minds of Purdue University Northwest. Please be sure to rate and review us! It helps tremendously to help spread the word that Hospitality is everybody's business. You can find the Hospitality, M.D. Podcast on any of your favorite podcast services. Follow us on all of our socials: Facebook: fb.me/HospitalityMDofficial Facebook Messenger: m.me/HospitalityMDofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hospitalitymd/ LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28464166 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnN-svfpsdSxF67utHBag4g Email: Hospitalitymdofficial@gmail.com Chris: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-styskal-110601133/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cstyskal/ Kyle: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-allison-545156115/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kallison100/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kyle_alli_san Greg: LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregfregoso/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gfregosojr/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregfreg_ Cover art and logo designed and created by the extremely talented Alex Twitter: https://twitter.com/FGamesNemesis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlnvZ1wzssSDbe5oGX2qMw Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/flashgamesnemesis Commissions: https://fgncommissions.weebly.com/ Intro Music was composed, recorded, engineered and created by our very own Kyle Allison. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hospitalitymd/message

Hello and welcome back to Hospitality, M.D.! Here is part 2 of our 3 part series where we sat down with students from Purdue University Northwest. If you are enjoying our podcast, please be sure to rate and subscribe! It is free for you and means so much to us. Thank you! You can find the Hospitality, M.D. Podcast on any of your favorite podcast services. Follow us on all of our socials: Facebook: fb.me/HospitalityMDofficial Facebook Messenger: m.me/HospitalityMDofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hospitalitymd/ LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28464166 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnN-svfpsdSxF67utHBag4g Email: Hospitalitymdofficial@gmail.com Chris: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-styskal-110601133/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cstyskal/ Kyle: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-allison-545156115/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kallison100/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kyle_alli_san Greg: LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregfregoso/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gfregosojr/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregfreg_ Cover art and logo designed and created by the extremely talented Alex Twitter: https://twitter.com/FGamesNemesis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlnvZ1wzssSDbe5oGX2qMw Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/flashgamesnemesis Commissions: https://fgncommissions.weebly.com/ Intro Music was composed, recorded, engineered and created by our very own Kyle Allison. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hospitalitymd/message

Hello and welcome to another episode of Hospitality, M.D.! This episode was recorded in the Spring of 2018, right before we took our hiatus. This was a huge learning curve for us as our audio did not record anywhere near the quality we have come to expect for ourselves. Either way, there is some great content as these young academics share their stories and love for hospitality. This will be the first part of a three part series. You can find the Hospitality, M.D. Podcast on any of your favorite podcast services. Follow us on all of our socials: Facebook: fb.me/HospitalityMDofficial Facebook Messenger: m.me/HospitalityMDofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hospitalitymd/ LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28464166 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnN-svfpsdSxF67utHBag4g Email: Hospitalitymdofficial@gmail.com Chris: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-styskal-110601133/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cstyskal/ Kyle: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-allison-545156115/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kallison100/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kyle_alli_san Greg: LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregfregoso/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gfregosojr/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregfreg_ Cover art and logo designed and created by the extremely talented Alex Twitter: https://twitter.com/FGamesNemesis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlnvZ1wzssSDbe5oGX2qMw Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/flashgamesnemesis Commissions: https://fgncommissions.weebly.com/ Intro Music was composed, recorded, engineered and created by our very own Kyle Allison. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hospitalitymd/message

DeJuan Marrero had the opportunity to sit with student athlete and Gary, Indiana product, Langston Stallings. In this week's edition we discussed life as a student athlete, his transition from Valparaiso University to Purdue University Northwest, Bowman Academy, legendary Coach Marvin Rea and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dejuan-marrero/support

David Detmer is a Professor of Philosophy at Purdue University Northwest. He is the author of Freedom as a Value, Challenging Postmodernism: Philosophy and the Politics of Truth, and the Zero Books title Zinnophobia. This week’s podcast is available for everyone. Our patrons get access to two podcasts every week: Symptomatic Redness and Zero Squared, but if you’re listening on our free feed you’ll always be able to access one or the other podcasts each week. Patrons also receive access to our new video series called The History of Communism and get access to the Capital Reading group. Book Club members receive electronic copies of new Zero Book titles every month and are invited to an online discussion group.

Jason Gore of Hammond High and Purdue University Calumet (now Purdue University Northwest) dropped by the studio to provide update on how crime reduction is targeted around NWI.

A young mom wanting to get playgrounds in her neighborhood fixed led to a career in political activity and community service. Sheila Brillson Matias, mayor of Michigan City from 1996 to 2003, is back home guiding the Leadership Institute at Purdue University Northwest and the Society of Innovators. She talks about bringing common sense to government 20-plus years ago, the importance of effective communications and more. The current initiatives at Purdue Northwest combine some longstanding programs (for emerging leaders and high school students) with additional efforts to further connect the university and the surrounding community. Learn more: Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest (https://www.pnw.edu/leadership-institute)Society of Innovators (http://www.nwisoi.org)

From Talking Talent Podcast- Dr. Peggy Buffington, School City of Hobart superintendentIn this episode, you'll learn about the efforts underway for college and career readiness in Indiana. Your guests are Dr. Carmen Panlilio, the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs at Purdue University Northwest, and Dr. Peggy Buffington, School City of Hobart Superintendent. 

  IT'S A PARALLAX VIEWSDOUBLE FEATURE! First up, a roundtable discussion on masculinity and gender relations with previous guest and visual artist Brian Shaughnessy and Daniele Bolelli, writer, martial artist, university professor, and host of the History on Fire and The Drunken Taoist podcasts. We discuss the masculinity identity in an age of changing gender roles, integrating masculine and feminine traits, self-improvement, Daniele Bolelli's critique of Jordan B. Peterson, and much more in this fascinating and relevant dialogue. Daniele Bolelli Brian Shaughnessy After that Prof. David Detmer of Purdue University Northwest joins the show to discuss his book Zinnophobia: The Battle Over History in Education, Politics, and Scholarship (Zero Books, 2018) about the rabble-rousing American historian Howard Zinn and his critics. Perhaps most known for his book A People's History of the United States, which has been referenced in pop culture from The Simpsons to Goodwill Hunting, Zinn taught history from a bottom-up, as opposed to a top-down, perspective that emphasized the role of marginalized peoples in shaping America's past. Loved by many and reviled by others, Zinn was a lighting rod for controversy even after his passing when, as Prof. Detmer details in Zinnophobia, the President of Purdue University Mitch Daniels was accused of attempting to censor and prevent Zinn's work from being taught in the university curriculum. We discuss the Daniels controversy as well as the popular criticism leveled at Zinn, Prof. Detmer's personal experiences with him, and much more. Howard Zinn Prof. David Detmer

Dr. Peggy Buffington, School City of Hobart superintendentIn this episode, you'll learn about the efforts underway for college and career readiness in Indiana. Your guests are Dr. Carmen Panlilio, the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs at Purdue University Northwest, and Dr. Peggy Buffington, School City of Hobart Superintendent.