Podcasts about Saint Louis University

This Independence Day, Breaking Battlegrounds celebrates American liberty with a powerful lineup of guests. We kick off the show with Alex Swoyer, legal affairs reporter for The Washington Times, to discuss her new book Lawless Lawfare, which exposes how the justice system has been weaponized to target Donald Trump and his supporters. Then, ASU Professor Donald Critchlow takes us back to the roots of our founding principles—unpacking the meaning behind “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” the truth behind Yankee Doodle, and how the American Revolution stood apart from the rest. We close with Jason Chaffetz, whose new book They're Coming for You warns how powerful institutions are quietly building systems of control that threaten our freedoms. This Independence Day, we're reminded that the fight for liberty lives on—and there's no better place to defend it than the greatest country in the world. 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Our service not only connects you but also shields you from data collection by network operators, social media platforms, government agencies, and more.Use code ‘Battleground' to get your first month for $9 and save $10 a month every month after.Learn more at: 4FreedomMobile.comAbout our guest:Originally from Texas, Alex Swoyer left the Lone Star State to attend the Missouri School of Journalism where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in journalism with an emphasis in broadcast.She has experience covering stories in the mid-Missouri, Houston and southwest Florida areas where she worked at local affiliate TV stations and received a First Place Mark of Excellence Award from the Society of Professional Journalists.After graduating from law school in Florida, she decided to leave the courtroom and return to the newsroom as a legal affairs reporter for The Washington Times. Follow her on X @ASwoyer.Purchase her new book Lawless Lawfare on Amazon.-Donald T. Critchlow, Katzin Family Professor, teaches courses on American political history, political conspiracy, and contemporary American history. He was awarded the Zebulon Pearce Distinguished Teaching Award in Humanities in 2021. He serves as co-director of the undergraduate certificate Program in Political History and Leadership in the School of Historical, Philosophical, and Religious Studies. The program's mission is to promote a greater understanding of the foundations of democratic society and actual leadership training through undergraduate education and civic involvement. The program sponsors public lectures, academic seminars, internships, and undergraduate scholarships. He is founding editor the Journal of Policy History a quarterly academic journal published by Cambridge University Press.,In 2018, he was named Katzin Family Professor.He published in 2021 "Revolutionary Monsters: Five Men Who Turned Liberation into Monsters" (Regnery Press) appeared. In 2020, "In Defense of Populism: Social Protest and Democratic Change,"(University of Pennsylvania Press) and in 2018, he published "Republican Character: From Nixon to Reagan" (University of Pennsylvania Press, 2018), which appeared in paperback in 2020. Other publications include "American Political History: A Very Short Introduction" (Oxford University Press, 2015), and "When Hollywood Was Right: How Movie Moguls, Film Stars, and Big Business Remade American Politics," published by Cambridge University Press in 2013. Other publications include "The Conservative Ascendancy: How the GOP Made Political History" (Harvard University Press, 2007; rev. and updated edition University Press of Kansas. 2011); "Phyllis Schlafly and Grassroots Conservatism" (Princeton University Press, 2005); "Intended Consequences: Birth Control, Abortion, and the Federal Government" (Oxford University Press, 1999, pap. 2001); "Studebaker: The Life and Death of an American Corporations" (Indiana University Press, 1997); and the "Brookings Institution: Expertise and the Public Interest in a Democratic Society" (Northern Illinois University Press, 1989). He is general editor for the new Oxford Encyclopedia of American Political and Legal History. "The Oxford Handbook on American Political History," co-edited with Paula Baker, has been submitted to Oxford University Press.After receiving his doctoral degree in History from the University of California, Berkeley, Critchlow became a professor at the University of Notre Dame and later chair of the History Department at Saint Louis University. He has been a visiting professor at Hong Kong University and Warsaw University. He has lectured extensively in the United States, Europe, and China. He is the founding editor of the Journal of Policy History, a quarterly published by Cambridge University Press.His books are regularly reviewed in the New York Times Book Review, New Republic, National Review, The Nation, The New Yorker, Washington Post Book Review, and other magazines and newspapers. He has appeared on C-Span Books, NPR's Talk of the Nation, BBC World News, and numerous talk-radio programs. He has written for the Washington Post, New York Observer, New York Post, National Review, and Claremont Review of Books.Follow what he's doing here: https://cai.asu.edu/Facebook: Center for American Institutions X: @CAIatASU-Jason Chaffetz is a Fox News contributor, bestselling author, and former Chairman of the U.S. House Oversight Committee. He is the author of They're Coming For You, The Puppeteers, and The Deep State. Based in Utah, Jason is a leading voice on government accountability and conservative policy, and he regularly shares insights on national issues through media appearances and his platform, JasonInTheHouse.com. Follow him on X @jasoninthehouse.Purchase his new book They're Coming for You on Amazon. Get full access to Breaking Battlegrounds at breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com/subscribe

Ness Sandoval, Professor of Sociology and Demography at Saint Louis University, joins Megan Lynch with a look at the new data. He says international migration has offset domestic migration in the region. The region is getting older, not younger says Sandoval while other regions are building housing for families.

Cerramos el mes y también una de las propuestas radiofónicas más especiales de las últimas semanas: la ficción sonora Luces de bohemia llega a su último episodio. Esta adaptación libre de la obra de Ramón María del Valle-Inclán ha sido un viaje dramatizado por los claroscuros del esperpento, con un enfoque contemporáneo que respeta el fondo poético y satírico del original.El capítulo final, que se estrena en este programa, lleva por título 'El callejón del gato', una referencia clave dentro del universo valleinclanesco y símbolo del esperpento. Como en las anteriores entregas, el reparto cuenta con intérpretes de gran trayectoria. En este cierre, las voces protagonistas son las de Miguel Rellán y José Sacristán, que encarnan con solvencia y sensibilidad los registros del universo deformado y crítico de Valle-Inclán.Desde que se estrenó 'El Buey Apis', el primer capítulo, cada viernes se ha complementado la escucha con un paseo literario que amplía la mirada sobre la vida y la obra de Valle-Inclán. Hoy, Jesús Marchamalo camina con Ángeles Encinar, catedrática de Lengua Española en la Saint Louis University y editora de la obra de Valle-Inclán, para trazar un retrato personal e intelectual del autor.Escuchar audio

What are the pre-political grounds of property rights? What are the just uses of property according to natural rights and the natural law? In this Anchoring Truths Podcast episode, Prof. Eric Claeys, presents his research on these questions inspired by his new book Natural Property Rights. Claeys, discusses the ways a natural right to property is justified and limited, drawing on sources from ancient, medieval and contemporary analytic philosophy. Claeys also describes the history of how a natural right understanding of property has influenced American positive law and jurisprudence. Eric R. Claeys is Professor of Law at the Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason University. In his scholarship, Professor Claeys studies theories of natural law and natural rights and their implications in property law. Professor Claeys is a member of the American Law Institute, he serves on the ALI's Members' Consultative Group for the first Restatement of Copyright, and he also serves as an adviser to the Restatement (Fourth) of the Law of Property.Professor Claeys received his AB from Princeton University and his JD from the University of Southern California Law School. After law school, Professor Claeys clerked for the Hon. Melvin Brunetti, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and the Hon. William H. Rehnquist, Chief Justice of the United States. He has also taught at Saint Louis University, the University of Chicago Law School, and Harvard Law School, and he is a member of the Princeton Politics Department's James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions.  

For Christians, morality is often set by our interpretation of Jesus. In this episode, Reggie Williams reflects on the moral urgency of resistance in the face of rising nationalisms and systemic racial injustice that persists. Reggie Williams is associate professor of black theology at Saint Louis University, and author of Bonhoeffer's Black Jesus. Exploring the transformative and fraught legacy of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, he draws from Bonhoeffer's encounter with black Christian faith in Harlem. He traces both the revolutionary promise and the colonial limits of Bonhoeffer's thought—ultimately offering a compelling call to face the challenge of colonialism embedded in Christian theological frameworks, and unmask and dismantle the assumptions of white Western dominance within theology. Episode Highlights “Even the most sincere and most brilliant, and even pious Christian, if we're not paying attention to the way in which we are formed, repeats the problems that he's trying to address in society.” “Our interpretation of Jesus shapes our morality as Christians.” “Hitler and Dietrich both understood their crisis as christological—just with radically different ends.” “Christ is actually present in the world in space and time—but for Bonhoeffer, that was the West. That's a problem.” “The arbiter of culture owes it to the rest of the world not to be cruel. But what if the whole project needs to be undone?” “Access for black people has always meant white loss in the white imagination. That's the virus in the body politic.” Helpful Links and Resources Bonhoeffer's Black Jesus by Reggie Williams Ethics by Dietrich Bonhoeffer The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer Just Peacemaking by Glen Stassen About Reggie L. Williams Reggie L. Williams is associate professor of black theology at Saint Louis University. A scholar of Christian social ethics, he focuses on race, religion, and justice, with a particular interest in Dietrich Bonhoeffer's theological development during his time in Harlem. Williams is the author of Bonhoeffer's Black Jesus and a leading voice on the intersections of colonialism, theology, and ethics. Show Notes Bonhoeffer's Black Jesus reframes theological ethics through the lens of Harlem's Black Church experience Reggie Williams explores how racialized interpretations of Jesus shape Christian morality Glen Stassen's just peacemaking framework helped form Williams's commitment to justice-oriented ethics Bonhoeffer's exposure to black theology in Harlem was transformative—but its disruption didn't last “The church must say something about those targeted by harmful political structures.” Bonhoeffer saw racism as a theological issue after Harlem, but still defaulted to Western Christology “Christ is located in the real world—but for Bonhoeffer, that meant colonial Europe and America” Williams critiques Bonhoeffer's failure to see Christ outside the imperial West “Behold the man”—Bonhoeffer's formulation still echoes a European epistemology of the human The human as we know it is a European philosophical construct rooted in colonial domination Bonhoeffer's Ethics critiques Nazism but still centres the West as the space of Christ's incarnation “The unified West was his answer to fascism—but it still excluded the harmed and colonized.” Even as a resister, Bonhoeffer operated within metaphysical frames of white supremacy “A reformed imperial Christianity is still imperial—we need a theological break, not a revision.” Bonhoeffer's Cost of Discipleship reflected troubling views on slavery—he changed over time “From 1937 to 1939 he moves from withdrawal to coup attempt—his ethics evolved.” Reggie Williams argues the theological academy still operates under Bonhoeffer's colonial presumptions “White Christian nationalism is a sacred project—whiteness floats above history as God's proxy” Racial hierarchy was created to justify economic domination, not the other way around “Black access is always imagined as white loss in the American imagination” The DEI backlash reflects a long pattern of retrenchment following black progress “How we treat bodies is how we treat the planet—domination replaces communion” Bonhoeffer's flaws do not erase his significance—they remind us of the need for grace and growth “He's frozen in time at thirty-nine—we don't know what he would've come to see had he lived.” Mark Labberton calls the current moment a five-alarm fire requiring voices like Williams's “We are at the precipice of the future all over again—the old crisis is still with us.” The church's complicity in empire must be confronted to recover the radical gospel of Jesus The moral imagination of the church must be unshackled from whiteness, ownership, and dominance Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary.

Tom Ackerman welcomes the head coach of the Saint Louis University men's basketball program Josh Schertz as the 2025 season is quickly approaching. Then Tim Taylor of the St. Louis Blues will join us recapping the late success the team had in the 2025 playoffs, looking forward for the upcoming regular season.

I'll start by saying that I strongly dislike financials, accounting, taxes, etc. Today's guest is truly an authority and subject matter expert in this space. He and I connected online over a year ago. Then he came to our 2nd BOA event last June. Since then we have had the opportunity to get to know each other even better, and we are in the process of launching his new website. He is someone that loves what he does, and is someone I'm glad to have in my corner. My guest today is Payton Gillis. He is the Owner of Tax Game Plan. Payton's Bio:- CPA and Certified Tax Planner - Operates a boutique tax planning CPA firm – primarily focused on helping successful 6-7 figure small business owners and real estate investors strategically reduce their tax liabilities Recently founded REI Tax University – an online community focused on educating and providing resources to help savvy real estate investors implement effective tax planning strategies.Payton is happily married with three beautiful children. When he isn't working, you may find him coaching his son's soccer team, in the stands watching his daughter cheer, or out on other excursions with his young family. He received his Bachelors degree from Saint Louis University, along with a Masters in Accountancy from Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville. He is a Certified Public Accountant as well as a Certified Tax Coach.Connect with Payton:REI Tax University - www.reitaxu.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/399085915934034 Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@REITaxU LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/paytongillis Tax Game Plan - www.tgpfirm.com Builders of Authority:FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7685392924809322 BOA Mastermind: https://buildauthority.co/order-form-mastermind GoHighLevel Extended 30-day Free Trial w/TONS of Personal Branding Bonuses: http://gohighlevel.com/adammcchesney

In response to the Lutheran Formula of Concord, representatives of Reformed churches commissioned Girolamo Zanchi to draft a confession of faith acceptable to all Reformed churches. Zanchi patterned his Confession of the Christian Religion after the Apostles' Creed, giving it a broadly Trinitarian and redemptive-historical structure that emphasizes God's saving work for His people in His incarnate Son. It is a synthesis of his exegetical, doctrinal, and pastoral interests and stands out among his numerous publications as a useful and accessible overview of the entire Reformed theological system of doctrine. Although the project never attained confessional status at the ecclesiastical level as was planned, Zanchi's Confession proved influential in both the Reformed theological tradition generally and the development of Reformed dogmatics in particular. Patrick J. O'Banion (PhD, Saint Louis University) is a historian, translator, and author of several books, most recently Girolamo Zanchi's The Spiritual Marriage between Christ and His Church and Every One of the Faithful (Reformation Heritage Books, 2021). He teaches with Training Leaders International. Crawford Gribben is a professor of history at Queen's University Belfast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In response to the Lutheran Formula of Concord, representatives of Reformed churches commissioned Girolamo Zanchi to draft a confession of faith acceptable to all Reformed churches. Zanchi patterned his Confession of the Christian Religion after the Apostles' Creed, giving it a broadly Trinitarian and redemptive-historical structure that emphasizes God's saving work for His people in His incarnate Son. It is a synthesis of his exegetical, doctrinal, and pastoral interests and stands out among his numerous publications as a useful and accessible overview of the entire Reformed theological system of doctrine. Although the project never attained confessional status at the ecclesiastical level as was planned, Zanchi's Confession proved influential in both the Reformed theological tradition generally and the development of Reformed dogmatics in particular. Patrick J. O'Banion (PhD, Saint Louis University) is a historian, translator, and author of several books, most recently Girolamo Zanchi's The Spiritual Marriage between Christ and His Church and Every One of the Faithful (Reformation Heritage Books, 2021). He teaches with Training Leaders International. Crawford Gribben is a professor of history at Queen's University Belfast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biblical-studies

In response to the Lutheran Formula of Concord, representatives of Reformed churches commissioned Girolamo Zanchi to draft a confession of faith acceptable to all Reformed churches. Zanchi patterned his Confession of the Christian Religion after the Apostles' Creed, giving it a broadly Trinitarian and redemptive-historical structure that emphasizes God's saving work for His people in His incarnate Son. It is a synthesis of his exegetical, doctrinal, and pastoral interests and stands out among his numerous publications as a useful and accessible overview of the entire Reformed theological system of doctrine. Although the project never attained confessional status at the ecclesiastical level as was planned, Zanchi's Confession proved influential in both the Reformed theological tradition generally and the development of Reformed dogmatics in particular. Patrick J. O'Banion (PhD, Saint Louis University) is a historian, translator, and author of several books, most recently Girolamo Zanchi's The Spiritual Marriage between Christ and His Church and Every One of the Faithful (Reformation Heritage Books, 2021). He teaches with Training Leaders International. Crawford Gribben is a professor of history at Queen's University Belfast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stuart Slavin—pediatrician, medical educator, and a true superhero in the world of educational reform. Stuart's groundbreaking work has shown that yes, we can dramatically improve student mental health without compromising academic performance—and he has the results to prove it.We get into why today's high schoolers are more stressed than med students, how maladaptive perfectionism is quietly damaging our youth, and what it really means to build resilience that lasts. Whether you're a parent, educator, or just someone who cares deeply about kids and learning, you don't want to miss this conversation. Stuart's work is inspiring, actionable, and—best of all—hopeful. Episode Highlights:[0:00] - Introducing our new workbook, "The 7 Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child".[1:08] - Dr. Stuart Slavin on the surprising pressures teens face—more intense than med school.[3:22] - Stuart's origin story and how a curriculum role led to mental health reform.[5:32] - How adolescent anxiety and perfectionism carry into adulthood.[7:42] - The dangerous cost of maladaptive perfectionism and chronic stress.[8:36] - What Stuart's research revealed about depression, suicide risk, and medical students.[11:41] - The 3-part intervention that changed everything at Saint Louis University.[14:10] - Can cutting 10% of class time improve both health and test scores? (Spoiler: Yes.).[17:54] - How a 90-minute resilience curriculum taught students to challenge toxic thoughts.[22:01] - Why we must teach kids to recognize and reframe distorted thinking early.[24:20] - Replacing perfectionism with a healthy pursuit of excellence.[26:53] - Ned shares his own experience with depression and the power of having tools.[28:26] - From frustrated parent to systemic change: Stuart's fight for student well-being.[30:21] - Final thoughts: to help kids thrive, we have to start upstream. Links & Resources:Learn more about Dr. Stuart Slavin's work at ACGME: https://www.acgme.org/ Episode 49 of The Self-Driven Child: How To Redesign Schools to Unleash Extraordinary Learning For AllResearch cited in the episode: Medical student mental health 3.0: improving student wellness through curricular changesFinding the Why, Changing the How: Improving the Mental Health of Medical Students, Residents, and PhysiciansReflections on a Decade Leading a Medical Student Well-Being InitiativeIf this episode has helped you, remember to rate, follow, and share the Self-Driven Child Podcast. Your support helps us reach more people and create more content that makes a difference.If you have a high school aged student and would like to talk about putting a tutoring or college plan together, reach out to Ned's company, PrepMatters at www.prepmatters.com

Welcome to A History of Christian Theology! Today, Chad sits down with his friend and colleague, Dr. Andrew Chronister. Like Chad, Dr. Chronister teaches ancient languages at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary in addition to serving as a professor of patristics. Similarly, they both received their PhDs from Saint Louis University and studied St. Augustine's work there. Their conversation today centers around Dr. Chorinister's newest book: "Augustine in the Pelagian Controversy: Defending Church Unity," which was released in December (2024) with Catholic University of America Press. As Augustinian scholars, their conversation is lively and interesting as they approach the issue of the Pelagian Controversy from multiple angles. Thanks to Dr. Chronister for taking the time to chat on this important topic and for providing Chad with a copy of his book. We hope you enjoy!Buy "Augustine in the Pelagian Controversy"Subscribe to our Patreontwitter: @theologyxianFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ahistoryofchristiantheology

This week, we're headed back into the weeds with certified substance abuse counselor and clinical social worker Jay Winig! For the last 17 years, Jay has been a valued part of Saint Louis University's Counseling Center, beginning the “Sober at SLU” support group for students in recovery, as well as the SHARP and CARRP programs intended to reduce the harm of alcohol and cannabis on campus. Jay and Jenny talk about how cannabis use has evolved since recreational-use legalization in Missouri, plus Jay's efforts to support students in managing the demands of college without drug use interfering. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Researchers at Saint Louis University are seeking volunteers for 10-day stays at “Hotel Influenza,” the nickname for an unusual testing facility run by Saint Louis University. The facility is designed to give researchers a rare, controlled look at how viruses affect the human body. Participants will be getting paid close to $3,500 to be infected with a strain of influenza. Dr. Daniel Hoft, director of SLU's Vaccine Center and principal investigator of an upcoming study, explains how the study will be conducted and the operation of SLU's Extended Stay Research Unit.

Saint Louis University researchers are looking for a handful of volunteers who are willing to be infected with the influenza virus -- and then closely followed to study their immune response. KMOX Health Editor Fred Bodimer found out more about this unique study -- when he talked with the director of SLU's Center for Vaccine Development -- Dr. Daniel Hoft. Credit: © Jenna Watson/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

This lecture is entitled Quandaries of Biotechnology: Theory and Practice - Session 1. It was presented by Kyle Karches of Saint Louis University and Stephen Meredith of the University of Chicago on March 22, 2024, at the University of Chicago.

The Post's Frances Stead Sellers speaks with Dr. Shana O. Ntiri and Saint Louis University professor Kimberly Enard about the progress made in cancer prevention and ways to promote trust, access and care in the battle against cancer and disparities that create barriers. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Event sponsored by Pfizer.

Send us a textAbout the guest:Luke Thorburg is a digital advertising specialist and the founder of Thordigi Media, a firm dedicated to scaling businesses through strategic use of Facebook, TikTok, and Google Ads. Holding a data-focused master's degree from Saint Louis University, Luke applies analytical rigor to optimize advertising campaigns. His expertise lies in crafting data-driven strategies that drive growth across multiple industries.Connect with Luke! https://www.instagram.com/lukethorburg/Connect with Ryan! https://twitter.com/RyanJAyalaConnect with Us! https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/Chapters:00:00 The AI Wild West01:23 Rise of AI Integrators02:10 $20M AI-Run Service Business04:22  Mass AI Adoption & Internet Comparisons06:22 Misuse and Gimmicks in AI Adoption07:06 The Untapped Opportunity: LLM SEO09:01 Agency Origins and Iteration13:03 Offers, Niching, and Client Targeting20:02 Brute Force Cold Outreach Tactics26:08 From Cold Start to Scalable Momentum29:49 AI, Personal Brands, and The Future of Work36:46 Building 7-Figure Brands with Automation43:00 Do the Unscalable to Become Scalable50:03 Playing the Long Game with Clients54:02 Digital Education: WAP, School, and the New UniversityConnect with Us!https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala

In this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, Luke welcomes Jen Garnica, Chief Nursing Officer at SSM Health St. Louis University Hospital. A St. Louis native and proud leader in local healthcare, Jen shares her story — from growing up in the city to leading one of its most advanced and mission-driven hospitals.Located in the heart of downtown, SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and a teaching hospital affiliated with Saint Louis University. The hospital boasts state-of-the-art facilities and plays a pivotal role in delivering life-saving care to the most critically ill patients in the region.Jen talks about the unique culture of the hospital, where learning and growth happen every day alongside residents, and why people love to work there — it's the best of the best.Interested in learning more or joining the team? Follow @SSMHealthJobs on social media, slide into their DMs on any platform, or visitjobs.ssmhealth.com to explore career opportunities.Tune in to hear how Jen's deep St. Louis roots continue to inspire care, leadership, and community impact.Support the show

Jim Jones is the co-creator of the new In The Know podcast music and has been the Executive Director of the Katie School of Insurance & Financial Services at Illinois State University since 2001. The Katie School supports over 500 students majoring in Risk Management and Insurance (RMI), actuarial science, and other majors, who are interested in careers in insurance. Jones works with ISU faculty, staff, administration, and industry executives in helping to develop talent for industry and educate students at the velocity of change. He holds an MBA in International Business from Saint Louis University, a BSBA in Finance and Accounting from the University of Missouri Trulaske College of Business, and CPCU, AIC, ARM, and AIS. In this episode of In the Know, Chris Hampshire and Jim discuss microinsurance in developing countries, the next generation of talent, what Gen Z is looking for in a career, and tactics for successfully addressing the talent gap in the insurance industry.   Key Takeaways Jim's current role in the insurance industry focuses on the next generation of risk management professionals. As the Director of Claims Education, Jim taught 20,000 students each year. Jim's research in creating inclusive insurance in developing countries. In The Know's new theme song was written while Jim was in Kathmandu. Expanding the reach of microinsurance to underserved populations. A portrait of today's recently graduated insurance professional. Tactics for addressing the talent gap in the insurance industry. Characteristics of companies that successfully hire recent graduates. Jim's stand-apart advice to his early career self.   In the Know podcast theme music written and performed by James Jones, CPCU, and Kole Shuda of the band If-Then.   To learn more about the CPCU Society, its membership and educational offerings, tools, and programs, please visit CPCUSociety.org.   Follow the CPCU Society on social media: X (Twitter): @CPCUSociety Facebook: @CPCUSociety                 LinkedIn: @The Institutes CPCU Society Instagram: @the_cpcu_society  

Security benefits can come from unexpected sources, especially in community-centric organizations like schools and colleges. Melinda Heikkinen from Saint Louis University (SLU) explains how the college's history of open dialogue and philosophy of meeting peace with peace helped it weather a wave of mass protests on campus. Then, Jason Stoddard with the National Council of School Safety Directors (NCSSD), digs into establishing a feeling of safety in schools, including the four elements that lead to greater school security. Additional Resources Read more from Melinda Heikkinen about protest and activism responses at Saint Louis University in her article here: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2025/05/mass-protests/campus-protest-slu/ Interested in reading the Clock Tower Accords from SLU? They are available online here: https://www.slu.edu/diversity/occupy-slu/clock-tower-accords/index.php If your organization or employees are likely to participate in any marches, rallies, or activism activities, it could benefit you to establish and send a rules of engagement document. Check out a template here: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2025/05/mass-protests/rules-of-engagement-document/ Worried about vandalism or graffiti during protests? Read guidance from the International Facility Management Association: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2025/05/mass-protests/graffiti-protocols/ Read more from Jason Stoddard about the four free elements that make the difference in school safety and security here: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2025/04/k12/school-safety-directors/ Want to hear from other school stakeholders about where their work overlaps with security? Check out the Security Management collection: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2025/04/k12/ Learn about the National Council on School Safety Directors online: https://www.zeronow.org/ncssd

Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain has a 25-year history in aviation. He is an experienced skydiver with over 700 jumps, a fixed-wing pilot with a seaplane rating, and a commercial hot air balloon pilot. His company, Champagne Sunrise, operates out of Meridian, Mississippi, and has safely taken hundreds of passengers on unforgettable balloon rides over the years.  Beyond commercial operations, he uses Champagne Sunrise for community outreach, including delivering letters to the North Pole for Santa with local schools and donating tethered balloon rides to the local children's museum.  During the week, he serves as the General Manager of Peavey Electronics, one of the largest manufacturers of musical instruments and professional audio equipment in the world, with sales in over 136 countries. Additionally, he is a Board Member of the Balloon Federation of America (BFA).  Fred Poole, welcome to WeatherBrains! Also, Bruce Jones joins us to discuss the importance of NOAA Weather Radio and its integration in order to save lives.  Welcome back, Bruce! Our email officer Jen is continuing to handle the incoming messages from our listeners. Reach us here: email@weatherbrains.com. Conditional severe weather threat in Nation's Heartland (01:00) Potential issues for severe thunderstorms on May 1st (04:30) Differences between base jumping vs sky diving (11:30) Base level weather knowledge needed for hot air balloon piloting (20:30) What it is like to ride in seaplanes (29:50) Utilizing Windy.com in aviation and hot air balloon piloting (34:30) Balloon chasing before the days of GPS (44:30) Hot air balloon designs/artwork/decorations (49:45) Fabric/materials used in hot air balloons (51:30) On-site weather operations/protocol for hot air balloon festivals (53:00) Hot air balloon safety precautions (58:15) Typical hot air balloon clientele and standard flight preparation (01:03:07) Hot air balloon instrumentation (01:06:30) Unique rides (01:15:00) Balloon Federation of America (01:17:30) Communication and radio equipment (01:21:45) Saint Louis University loses meteorology program (01:30:00) Importance of past analogs of severe weather events for assimilating public forecasts (01:31:00) Bruce Jones/Midland Weather Radio  (01:33:25) The Astronomy Outlook with Tony Rice (No segment this week) This Week in Tornado History With Jen (01:26:15) E-Mail Segment (01:27:30) and more! Web Sites from Episode 1006: Midland Weather Radio Champagne Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Rides Picks of the Week: Fred Poole - Windy.com Bruce Jones - La Plata Maryland April 28, 2002 Tornado Outbreak paper by Tim Marshall James Aydelott - Image of QLCS TDS in western Wisconsin/a> Jen Narramore - OTUS Project on X: NE Tornado Photo Rick Smith - Out Troy Kimmel - Out Kim Klockow-McClain - Tom Petty - Free Fallin' John Gordon - VWP Display and Calculations - VMP Paper by Jared Guyer and John Hart John Gordon - Vertical Wind Profile SAT Bill Murray - Out James Spann - Using lightning to monitor the extreme impacts of landfalling hurricanes -NSSL News The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, John Gordon, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.

Dr. Becky Muich and Louise Neiman discuss the programming and goals of the Honors Program at Saint Louis University.

Jen Renshaw discuss with Dennis and Benny the multifaceted implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in business, particularly in marketing. They explore the risks associated with AI, including data privacy, bias, and the importance of transparency. The conversation also highlights the potential benefits of AI adoption, such as increased efficiency and the ability to scale without adding headcount. Jen emphasizes the need for human oversight to maintain creativity and critical thinking, while also addressing the concept of 'shadow AI'—the use of AI by employees without organizational oversight. The discussion concludes with strategies for finding the right balance in implementing AI in business processes.Jennifer Renshaw is the founder and CEO of Brand Mark Digital, a full-service digital marketing company based in Nashville, TN. She has worked in the marketing world for over 10 years with a focus in the healthcare tech space. She founded her own company at 31, and is experienced in digital marketing, branding, CRM and marketing automation, workflow efficiency, and leadership. As a seasoned marketing professional and self-proclaimed data nerd, she is passionate about enjoying her job, leading a team of high-quality employees, serving her clients and the Nashville community, and advancing her entrepreneurial efforts.Outside the office, Jen has been deeply involved in various community organizations, including the Nashville chapter of the American Marketing Association (Immediate Past-President), where as President she spearheaded both a mentorship program and a new DEI committee. She is also an active member of NAWBO, EO Bridge, Nashville Emerging Leaders (alumni and board member), and Young Leaders Council (alumni). In addition to her professional and community involvement, she is dedicated to giving back and has been actively involved in volunteer work for over a decade, specifically with the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Jen prides herself on being a Nashville Emerging Leaders Award finalist in marketing, a 2023 Athena nominee, a mentor, and a speaker at the Salesforce Dreamforce conference. She holds a degree from Saint Louis University in marketing and international business, with a minor in economics and a certificate in service leadership. A natural leader with strong communication skills and a passion for making a positive impact in her community, she is dedicated to using her resources and talents to help others by always looking for new opportunities to give back. While traveling has taken her around the world , she is glad to call Nashville home. Jen Renshaw: https://brandmarkdigital.com/Dennis Jackson-WorX Solution- dennisj@worxsolution.com ; www.worxsolution.comBenny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.group;https://velocitytechnology.group/

Chris Duncan, a Political Science Professor at Saint Louis University joins Megan on Inauguration Day for Cara Spencer.

Joe Olwig and Shaun Lee are the co-founders of 6 Levers – an organizational consulting firm known for their 6 Levers framework. They are also co-authors of  the best-selling book, "At the Heart of Work: Rethinking what it takes to build organizational health with the 6 Levers Framework."Prior to co-founding 6 Levers, Joe served as the VP of Organizational Solutions at Mission Matters Group. He holds dual master's degrees in business administration and education leadership from Saint Louis University.Shaun previously served as COO of Haven for Hope, the largest homeless services campus in the U.S. He earned an MBA from the University of Texas, San Antonio.SHOW SUMMARY In this episode of the Disruptive Successor Show, host Jonathan Goldhill welcomes Joe Olwig and Shaun Lee, founders of 6 Levers, to discuss their innovative framework outlined in their book, "At the Heart of Work: Rethinking What It Takes to Build a Healthy Organization." The conversation delves into the six essential levers—Identity, Leadership, Focus, Rhythm, Cohesion, and Momentum—that form a comprehensive system for improving organizational health and performance. Highlighting case studies and practical steps, this episode offers invaluable insights for leaders in family businesses, startups, and rapidly growing companies looking to create more engaged, resilient, and profitable organizations.KEY TAKEAWAYSSix Essential Levers for Organizational Health: Joe Olwig and Shaun Lee discuss their framework from the book At the Heart of Work, which focuses on six key levers:IdentityLeadershipFocusRhythmCohesionMomentumComprehensive System for Improvement: These six levers form a holistic approach to enhancing organizational health and performance, providing leaders with a structured way to address key challenges.Practical Insights for Leaders: The episode includes practical steps and case studies to demonstrate how these levers can be applied to improve engagement, resilience, and profitability in organizations.Target Audience: The framework is especially valuable for leaders in family businesses, startups, and rapidly growing companies aiming to create a more engaged and successful workplace.Focus on Organizational Health: The conversation emphasizes the importance of building a healthy organization, not just focusing on profits, but also fostering an environment where employees are motivated and cohesive.QUOTES"They just felt like they had a framework for growth for the first time. A framework to consider different strategic opportunities as a team, whereas that might have sat with just the CEO for a while.""Anyone can pick up this recipe, but you don't have to start from the beginning... you can pick up any particular lever and start working with that and then add another lever.""There's really three core ways... first is focusing with the senior leadership team, we have a six-month journey we call leading together... to help them become a cohesive, high-performing leadership team.""Leading with Intention is designed for individual leaders who want to work on sharpening and improving their relational side of leadership... how to show up more like a coach, lead with more vulnerability, and develop more self-awareness."Connect and learn more about Joe Olwig and Shaun Lee.Joe Olwig's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-olwig-757755139/Shaun Lee's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-lee-1122a131/If you enjoyed today's episode, please subscribe, review, and share with a friend who would benefit from the message. If you're interested in picking up a copy of Jonathan Goldhill's book, Disruptive Successor, go to the website at  www.DisruptiveSuccessor.com

The Saint Louis University Prison Education was founded in 2007 at the Eastern Reception and Diagnostic Correction Center in Bonne Terre, MO. Since then, it has reached over 4,500 incarcerated individuals through an accredited associate of arts Program, an arts program, and a college preparatory program. The Program has transformed the lives of many men, some of whom are not continuing their education at SLU. But it has also transformed the educators who have had the privilege of teaching our incarcerated students. Paul Lynch, a long-time teacher and former Program director, will speak about his own transformative experience.

Saint Louis University is dropping its meteorology degree program, one of the most respected in the nation. Michael Calhoun found out why from SLU graduate and Metro East native, national Fox Weather network's Stephen Morgan

Marc & Kim dive into the latest on Elon Musk's battle against government waste, highlighting a billion-dollar survey that could've been done for $10,000. The conversation also covers local sports, with a Cardinals' win and the Blues' streak, plus a preview of the Frozen Four. Later, the team tackles the fallout from Saint Louis University's stalled apology for its ties to slavery and discusses Trump's executive order aimed at preserving American history. From sports betting to controversial pop culture moments like Netflix's Scooby-Doo revival, the team brings a right-leaning perspective on the news.

What is “worldview”? What are its uses and abuses? Contributors to our recent worldview symposium, Simon Kennedy, Stephen Wolfe, Joel Carini, & Benjamin Mabry, answer these questions and more in a wide-ranging roundtable discussion.    #Worldview #Christianity #Culture #Society #StephenWolfe #SimonKennedy #JoelCarini #BenjaminMabry #AmericanReformer #Symposium   Show Notes: https://americanreformer.org/2025/02/worldview-and-its-discontents/   Simon P. Kennedy is research fellow at the University of Queensland in Australia and a non-resident fellow at the Danube Institute in Budapest. He is associate editor of Quadrant magazine and teaches at a variety of institutions, including the Lachlan Macquarie Institute and Queensland Theological College.   Stephen Wolfe is a postdoctoral fellow in the James Madison Program at Princeton University. He completed his PhD in political philosophy at LSU in 2020. He has several years of teaching experience, including online teaching, and has published several academic articles. He was born and raised in Napa, California and currently lives in North Carolina with his wife and four children. Stephen holds to the Westminster Confession of Faith. He and his family are members of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Baton Rouge, LA.   Joel Carini is a Ph.D. student in philosophy at Saint Louis University. He holds an MDiv from Westminster Theological Seminary and an MA from the University of Chicago. He writes regularly at his Substack, "The Natural Theologian," joelcarini.substack.com.   Benjamin Mabry is an assistant professor of political science at Lincoln Memorial University. He is a graduate of the University of New Orleans and Louisiana State University. Previously he taught at Louisiana Christian University and Georgia Gwinnett College. His writing has appeared at First Things, the American Mind, and elsewhere.   ––––––   Follow American Reformer across Social Media: X / Twitter – https://www.twitter.com/amreformer Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmericanReformer/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanReformer Rumble – https://rumble.com/user/AmReformer Website – https://americanreformer.org/   Promote a vigorous Christian approach to the cultural challenges of our day, by donating to The American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/donate/   Follow Us on Twitter: Josh Abbotoy – https://twitter.com/Byzness Timon Cline – https://twitter.com/tlloydcline   The American Reformer Podcast is  hosted by Josh Abbotoy and Timon Cline, recorded remotely in the United States, and edited by Jared Cummings.   Subscribe to our Podcast, "The American Reformer" Get our RSS Feed – https://americanreformerpodcast.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-american-reformer-podcast/id1677193347 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1V2dH5vhfogPIv0X8ux9Gm?si=a19db9dc271c4ce5

Send your burning questions to hrask.org Demographic shifts are reshaping the workforce — and if you haven't already been affected by this phenomena in your city...you will! In this eye-opening episode of This Week at Work, Phil welcomes Professor Ness Sándoval, a leading demographer from Saint Louis University, to break down why employers everywhere are struggling to hire and retain talent. From declining birth rates and delayed marriages to urban migration, the workforce is shifting. Learn what this means for your business and what HR leaders need to do now to stay competitive in a thinning labor market. Timestamps: 01:54 - Phil and Dr. Ness Sandoval 02:12 - Top 3 concerns employers have today 06:25 - Challenge we have ahead of us 09:21 - The working population issue 12:45 - Population Comparisons 22:45 - Solutions that could help stop the decline 27:56 - Final thoughts #HRCompliance, #EmploymentLaw, #WorkplacePolicies, #HRMistakes, #HumanResources, #AAIMEmployersAssociation, #Leadership, #WorkplaceCulture, #EmployeeHandbook, #HRStrategy #Demogrophy     

Saint Louis University political scientist Steve Rogers joins Megan Lynch with results of the February 2025 SLU/YouGov poll of Missourians. Polling also looks at priorities for Missourians, they say it should be the economy.

“You can give someone a survivorship care plan, but just giving them doesn't mean that it's going to happen. Maybe there's no information about family history. Or maybe there's information and there's quite a bit of family history, but there's nothing that says, ‘Oh, they were ever had genetic testing,' or ‘Oh, they were ever referred.' So the intent is so good because it's to really take that time out when they're through with active treatment and, you know, try to help give the patient some guidance as to what to expect down the line,” Suzanne Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN, professor emeritus at Saint Louis University in Missouri, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about breast cancer survivorship.   Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod  Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0   Earn 0.75 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by March 14, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.  Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to breast cancer survivorship.  Episode Notes   Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.   Previous ONS Podcast™ site-specific episodes: Episode 350: Breast Cancer Treatment Considerations for Nurses  Episode 348: Breast Cancer Diagnostic Considerations for Nurses  Episode 345: Breast Cancer Screening, Detection, and Disparities  ONS Voice articles: Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, Side Effect, and Survivorship Considerations  Improve Management of Common Symptoms for Breast Cancer Survivors  Nursing Considerations for Breast Cancer Survivorship Care  Sexual Considerations for Patients With Cancer ONS books:  Breast Care Certification Review (second edition)  Guide to Breast Care for Oncology Nurses  ONS course: Breast Cancer Bundle  ONS Learning Libraries:  Breast Cancer  Genomics and Precision Oncology  Nurse Navigation  Oral Anticancer Medication   Survivorship  ONS Guidelines™ and Symptom Interventions:  Anxiety  Cognitive Impairment  Depression  Fatigue  Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing article: Survivorship Care: More Than Checking a Box  Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing supplement: Survivorship Care  American Cancer Society:  Cancer Treatment and Survivorship Facts and Figures  Survivorship: During and After Treatment  Livestrong® Program at the YMCA  National Comprehensive Cancer Network  National Cancer Institute Breast Cancer—Patient Version    To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.   To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library.  To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org.  Highlights From This Episode  “I think the biggest thing is to really communicate is that people are living with breast cancer for a long, long periods of time, and a lot of that with really good quality overall.” TS 4:07   “As a general rule, they're going to be seen by the breast surgeon probably every four to six months for a while. After about five years, a lot of times people are ready to say, ‘Okay, annually is okay.' And eventually they may let that drop off. But it also depends on did they have a mastectomy? Did they have breast conserving surgery? And then if they had reconstruction with an implant, how often do they see the plastic surgeon? Because they need to check integrity of the implant. So those schedules are really individualized.” TS 13:24  “When you think about long-term effects, I think you need to kind of think about that survivors can have both acute and long-term chronic effects. And a lot of that depends on the specifics of the treatment they had. I think as oncology nurses, we're used to, ‘We give you this chemotherapy or this agent, and these are the side effects.'” TS 15:36  “The diet issues are huge. And I think we are slow to refer to the dietician, you know, you can get them a couple of consults and because you're saying to them, ‘This is really important. We need you to lose weight or we need you to eat more of this.' Ideally, fruits and vegetables are going to be about half of your plate. And what's the difference between a whole grain and not, less processed foods, making sure that they're getting enough protein. And then once again, really kind of making sure that they're not taking a lot of supplements and extra stuff because we don't really understand all that fully and it could be harmful.” TS 34:53  “Breast cancer is a long, long journey, and I think you should never underestimate the real difference that nurses can make. I think they can ask those tough questions. And I think ask the questions that are important to patients that patients may be reluctant to ask. I think giving patients permission to talk about those less-talked-about symptoms and acknowledge that those symptoms are real and that there are some strategies to mitigate those symptoms.” TS 42:28   

Sleepless No More: Trauma, Recovery, and the Science of Sleep with Dr. Leah Kaylor In this eye-opening episode, Marcus and Melanie welcome Dr. Leah Kaylor—a distinguished clinical psychologist whose expertise spans forensic mental health, trauma recovery, and the intricate world of sleep science. With a career built on helping those affected by trauma, Dr. Kaylor brings unique insights into how sleep disturbances intersect with mental health challenges and recovery. Here's what you can expect from our conversation: ·         Foundational Expertise: o    Dr. Kaylor earned her Master's in Forensic Mental Health Counseling at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, where she conducted forensic assessments for the Brooklyn Supreme Court. o    She completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Saint Louis University, specializing in trauma-informed assessments and evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Processing Therapy and Imagery Rehearsal Therapy for survivors of sexual trauma. ·         Forensic and Crisis Intervention: o    Dr. Kaylor has administered forensic assessments and competency restorations for the Shelby County Justice System, demonstrating her ability to bridge the gap between clinical psychology and legal requirements. ·         Scholarly Contributions & Thought Leadership: o    With 5 book chapters and over 15 peer-reviewed journal articles to her name, she has significantly contributed to research on trauma, stress responses, sleep disorders, and mental health interventions. o    A respected speaker on national and international stages, Dr. Kaylor discusses topics ranging from the human stress response and EMDR to practical techniques for addressing sleep disturbances in trauma-impacted populations. ·         Deep Dive into Sleep Science: o    During her residency at the Memphis VA Medical Center, Dr. Kaylor honed her sleep-related expertise by working in the sleep clinic. Here, she helped active duty members and veterans overcome sleep disturbances by addressing issues such as sleep hygiene, nightmares, insomnia, and CPAP adherence. o    In our discussion, she reveals how proper sleep management plays a critical role in trauma recovery and overall mental health, sharing actionable strategies to improve sleep quality and resilience in high-stress environments. Join us as Dr. Kaylor unpacks the powerful connection between sleep and trauma recovery, offering a blend of clinical insights, practical sleep hygiene tips, and strategies to manage nightmares and insomnia. Whether you're a mental health professional, a veteran, or someone struggling with sleep issues, this episode is packed with knowledge to help you reclaim restful nights and resilient days. Tune in now for a transformative discussion on how quality sleep can pave the way for healing and recovery!  In this episode you will hear: • My dad sells drugs and my mom's in prison. My dad is a pharmaceutical drug representative, and my mom is a dental hygienist in a maximum security all-male prion. (5:42) • Sexually violent predators are people who have committed some type of sex crime. They have been deemed to have some type of mental illness or defect, and there's a belief that they will commit another sex crime. (15:59) • Whenever we sleep – if you're a normal, average healthy sleeper, you should go through various sleep cycles. You should be cycling through light sleep, deep sleep, REM sleep and you're gonna be cycling through these several times a night. (23:18) • REM sleep (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, is most famous for having dreams. (23:44) • Folks who have problems sleeping – there are so many things you can to help yourself. (38:12) • Going to bed at the same time every night and waking up at the same time every morning. This is key. (39:4) • We are inducing our own jet lag when we go from 6am Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, then go down to 9am on Saturday and Sunday. The brain gets very confused.  (43:11) • I have been a psychologist for the FBI for 5 years now, and that entire time I will be helping people with trauma. I'm certified with EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and brain spotting. I love those, but I also help people with sleep. (45:10) • In my work, folks experience things and see things that we should not be asking normal human beings to see. (47:04) • [Marcus] When you're doing your job and you're runnin' and gunnin' - no matter what it is - and it tarts creeping into your dreams, that means your database is full. (50:25) • Taking time to reflect either alone or with someone you trust: How is this impacting me? What's happening? (51:36) • I have a book coming out on sleep coming out on sleep. It's called The Sleep Advantage. 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Even after Christopher Dunn won his release from prison in July, Missouri's Attorney General is still trying to put him back. It's just one of the consequences of the unique way Missouri law treats claims of "actual innocence.” We discuss the state of Missouri's innocence laws with Saint Louis University criminologist Kenya Brumfield-Young, as well as attorney Charlie Weiss, who has represented five people who were released from prison after being found innocent. Weiss and Brumfield-Young also share their insights into a proposed bill that would expand the scope of who can make a claim of “actual innocence” under current Missouri law.

In a new Brookings Institute commentary, experts explain why they believe Atlanta is not the blueprint for public safety reform. Through their analysis, they make the comparison to policing in Baltimore and St. Louis to highlight what does and doesn’t work, particularly following the creation of the heavily protested Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, also known to critics as ‘Cop City.’ Ali Sewell, a sociology professor at Emory University, and Keon Gilbert, a fellow at The Brookings Institution in governance studies and a professor of public health at Saint Louis University, talk more about their report. Elisabeth Omilami, the daughter of the late civil rights leaders Juanita and Hosea Williams, is a longtime actor, humanitarian and civil rights activist. She currently serves as the president of Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless. For “Closer Look’s” Women’s History Month series, “Piloting the Journey,” Omilami reflects on her journey and talks more about her ongoing efforts to combat hunger and poverty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from Dr. Robert Vogelaar. Dr. Vogelaar is a professor at Saint Louis University and an expert in the field of educational administration, communication, and methods of instruction. Before moving to a full-time professorship at Saint Louis University, he served in several administrative capacities, including his most recent school administrative role as Assistant Superintendent at a suburban school system in Missouri. He joins us today to share about recruiting and retaining great staff, supporting the staff you have, and practical strategies that leaders can implement to build hope and purpose driven leadership skills. If you are interested in the IASP programs mentioned during this podcast, please click a link below. These programs provide professional networking and collaboration, as well as connection to mentors and other Indiana leaders. Indiana New Administrator Leadership Institute (INALI) Designed for NEW administrators  2 year program  Begins on July 14 & 15, 2025 Aspiring Principals Conference Designed for ANY leader who is an aspiring principal  Conference + Membership through 2026 included April 11th & 12th, 2025  EMPOWERING DIVERSE LEADERS Designed for underrepresented groups Conference Series Virtual & In-person Options

Mike Claiborne talks with Saint Louis University head coach Josh Schertz about the Billikens' recent win and how an eight-day break helped the team reset. Schertz provides key injury updates, including Robbie Avila recovering from a knee issue, Gibson Jimerson playing through ankle swelling, and Isaiah Swope benefiting from extra practice time. They also discuss the evolving challenges of home court advantage, the importance of fan energy with 8,000 strong at their last game, and how walk-ons and team managers are stepping up in practice as the team faces a tough final stretch in the Atlantic 10.

Here are a couple questions for you: Do you believe in God? Why or why not? What evidence do you have to support your belief? What different types of evidence might one even consider? If we believe in an all-good, all-powerful God, why does God allow so much human suffering? And why is there something instead of nothing? Even before the Big Bang… what was there? And do human beings have a soul? Or are we just blood and guts and bones? These are some of the big questions philosophers have been wrestling with for as long as humans have been thinking about stuff. In particular, scholars interested in the philosophy of religion spend a lot of time with these big metaphysical questions. Our guest today is one of the foremost philosophers in the American Jesuit landscape: Doctor Eleonore Stump, who is the Robert J. Henle, S.J., Professor of Philosophy at Saint Louis University, where she has taught since 1992. Professor Stump's specialties include medieval philosophy, philosophy of religion and metaphysics. Host Mike Jordan Laskey saw some great video interviews with Dr. Stump on a YouTube series called “Closer to Truth,” so he reached out to see if she'd talk about some of these big questions. They also discussed her perspective on the role of the Jesuit university today, especially in an era when the liberal arts like philosophy often find themselves on budgetary chopping blocks. Why should we study philosophy at all? We think you'll enjoy encountering Dr. Stump's towering intellect and her deep faith. Dr. Eleonore Stump: https://sites.google.com/site/stumpep/ Dr. Stump on "Closer to Truth": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azvb_P1ymmM&list=PLFJr3pJl27pI42ZODiz2En-hr9PIjibEu AMDG is a production of the Jesuit Media Lab, which is a project of the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. www.jesuits.org/ www.beajesuit.org/ twitter.com/jesuitnews facebook.com/Jesuits instagram.com/wearethejesuits youtube.com/societyofjesus www.jesuitmedialab.org/

Could injectable drugs called "biologics" stop eczema by teaching a child's developing immune system to be less reactive? Dr. Amy Paller from Northwestern University Chicago and Dr. Elaine Siegfried from Saint Louis University in Missouri discuss stopping or tapering biologics and what happens to the immune system when we are on them. If you like our podcast, please consider supporting it with a tax deductible donation. Research discussedClinical remission and therapy-free remission in pediatric patients with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis treated with dupilumabFactors Associated with Remission of Eczema in ChildrenPersistence of Mild to Moderate Atopic Dermatitis Longitudinal atopic dermatitis control and persistence vary with timing of disease onset in children

In the episode,  Ruben Rosario Rodriguez joins the podcast to discuss his unique blend of the reformed tradition and liberation theology, from his personal backstory rooted in the history of American colonialism in Puerto Rico to his deep dive into the theological influence of luminaries like Calvin and Tillich, Ruben shares how his vocation as a theologian was shaped. He addresses critical issues like the role of liberation theology in socio-political contexts, systemic racism, and the modern political landscape's impact on faith communities. This compelling discussion also delves into practical wisdom, the importance of community in theological work, and the pressing issues facing the American church today. You can WATCH the conversation on YouTube Dr.Ruben Rosario Rodriguez is the Clarence Louis and Helen Steber Professor of Theological Studies at Saint Louis University. His books include Calvin for the World: The Enduring Relevance of His Political, Social, and Economic Theology, Theological Fragments, Dogmatics after Babel: Beyond the Theologies of Word and Culture, and the edited volume T&T Clark Handbook of Political Theology. An ordained minister of the Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). A Five-Week Online Lenten Class w/ John Dominic Crossan Join us for a transformative 5-week Lenten journey on "Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World."This course examines the Apostle Paul as a Pharisee deeply engaged with the turbulent political and religious landscape of his time. Through the lens of his letters and historical context, we will explore Paul's understanding of Jesus' Life-Vision, his interpretation of the Execution-and-Resurrection, and their implications for nonviolence and faithful resistance against empire. Each week, we will delve into a specific aspect of Paul's theology and legacy, reflecting on its relevance for our own age of autocracy and political turmoil. . For details and to sign-up for any donation, including 0, head over here. _____________________ Join our class - TRUTH IN TOUGH TIMES: Global Voices of Liberation This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity, Theology Nerd Throwdown, & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack - Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many staffing firms have sales teams, but not all are truly high-performing. If you're wondering what separates elite sales teams from the rest, this episode has the expert advice you need to improve your current processes and sales tactics. This information will result in immediate revenue—it's worth the listen. Joey Frampus, Managing Director at Butler Street, shares proven strategies that high-performing sales organizations use to dominate their industries. Learn how top staffing firms surpass $100M in revenue, why AI is a game-changer in sales, and how endurance sports shaped Joey's approach to sales success. This episode should inspire you to look up high-performing sales teams and implement winning strategies for 2025.   Some of the biggest takeaways include: ✅ Who drives sales strategy—leadership or reps? ✅ How to build a high-performing sales culture ✅ The biggest mistakes sales teams make in 2025 ✅ What elite staffing firms do differently to break $100M in revenue ✅ The AI revolution in sales—will AI replace recruiters? ✅ The mental game of sales—overcoming self-limiting beliefs Whether you're a sales leader, recruiter, or rep looking to sharpen your skills, this conversation with Joey Frampus will change the way you think about sales performance.   Episode Chapters & Timestamps [00:01] - What separates top-performing sales teams? [00:38] - Who drives sales strategy—leadership or sales reps? [01:26] - How to create a high-performing sales culture [02:07] - Biggest mistakes staffing firms make in 2025 [04:32] - The $100M revenue threshold—what elite firms do differently [06:40] - How to capture more market share from existing customers [09:55] - How AI is transforming the sales process [15:21] - Could AI replace recruiters? [18:51] - Why AI frees up sales reps to do what they do best [20:37] - Lessons from endurance sports that apply to sales [27:31] - The mental game: overcoming self-limiting beliefs in sales [30:18] - The power of identity shifts in sales & athletics [32:14] - Joey's background & Butler Street's mission [34:06] - Rapid fire: Books, advice, and sales wisdom   About the Speakers Brad Bialy has a deep passion for helping staffing and recruiting firms achieve their business objectives through strategic digital marketing. For over a decade, Brad has developed a proven track record of motivating and educating staffing industry professionals at over 100 industry-specific conferences and webinars. As a visionary leader, Brad has helped guide the comprehensive marketing strategy of more than 300 staffing and recruiting firms. His keen eye for strategy and delivery has resulted in multiple industry award-winning social media campaigns, making him a sought-after expert and speaker in the industry. Joey Frampus, Managing Director at Butler Street, brings 12+ years of experience in the staffing industry, covering a broad spectrum from recruiting and operations to sales and leadership. He has led sales offices across the country, but his true passion lies in personal and professional leadership development. Prior to joining Butler Street, Joey carved out a significant career path that took him from one of the largest staffing firms in the United States to pivotal roles in a dynamic startup environment. This journey has endowed him with a unique blend of insights into both the operational complexities of large-scale organizations and the agile, innovative strategies essential for startup success. His experience spans across diverse markets, from St. Louis, Detroit, and Dallas to Atlanta and Chicago, offering him a well-rounded perspective on the staffing industry's varied landscapes. Originally from Washington D.C., Joey is a Graduate of Saint Louis University where he was a Division I Athlete. Now a full time Chicago resident Joey is an aspiring Chicago Marathoner, a devotee of Chicago's vibrant food scene, and a proud new dog dad. 

“This is what totally drives the treatment decisions, and that's why having that pathology report when the nurse is educating the patient is so important, because you can say, well, you have this kind of breast cancer, and this kind of breast cancer is generally treated this way,” Suzanne Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN, professor emeritus at Saint Louis University in Missouri, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about what oncology nurses need to know about breast cancer treatment.  Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod  Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0   Earn 1.0 contact hours (including 15 minutes of pharmacotherapeutic content) of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by February 14, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.  Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to breast cancer treatment considerations.  Episode Notes   Complete this evaluation for free NCPD. Previous ONS Podcast™ site-specific episodes: ONS Voice articles: Episode 348: Breast Cancer Diagnostic Considerations for Nurses Episode 345: Breast Cancer Screening, Detection, and Disparities ONS Voice articles: An Oncology Nurse's Guide to Cascade Testing  Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, Side Effect, and Survivorship Considerations  Learn How to Read a Germline Genomic Testing Report  Learn How to Read a Somatic Biomarker Testing Report  Sexual Considerations for Patients With Cancer  ONS books: Breast Care Certification Review (second edition)  Guide to Breast Care for Oncology Nurses  ONS courses: Breast Cancer Bundle  Breast Cancer: Treatment and Symptom Management  ONS Biomarker Database results for breast cancer ONS Next-Generation Sequencing Sample Report  ONS Learning Libraries: Breast Cancer Genomics and Precision Oncology   American Cancer Society: Breast Cancer Facts and Figures  Your Breast Pathology Report: Breast Cancer National Comprehensive Cancer Network   National Cancer Institute Breast Cancer—Patient Version  To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.   To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library.  To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org.  Highlights From This Episode  “Local treatment is typically going to consider some kind of surgery with or without radiation, depending on the surgery and the extent of the breast cancer. All women are going to have, and today when you use the word women, individuals assigned female at birth, they are the vast majority of individuals being treated for breast cancer, but for individuals assigned male at birth, there's not near as much research, but generally their treatment is very similar. So that's something to kind of keep in the back of your mind.” TS 2:39  “This is very confusing for patients because they're like, ‘Well, my friend at church had this and why am I getting this and why are they getting something different?' And that is because of the pathology report. So taking that time to explain that with a pathology, I think is really important.” TS 8:31  “When they see the breast surgeon, all individuals are going to have some kind of axillary evaluation.  Now, hopefully it's going to be a sentinel lymph node. So they're going to, at the time of surgery, put a tracer and, you know, they're going to take out maybe one, two, three lymph nodes and hopefully, you know, there is not a lot of disease there. And if that's the case, they're kind of done with that. So the sentinel lymph node evaluation, it's really more to stage and provide that information, but it kind of sets the stage a lot of times for the other treatments selections. And I think people need to realize that this is important. This is a very important procedure.” TS 15:31  “Years ago, when women had a breast mass, they went to the OR and it was biopsied in a frozen section and if it was positive, they had a mastectomy. So women would wake up and they'd be feeling their chest because they're like, ‘What happened here?' And that is not great care. It doesn't give that woman any autonomy, but it was the best that could be done at that point. Now, with the diagnostic where we can do a needle biopsy, they can kind of stop and take a timeout and we can kind of clinically stage that.” TS 17:04  “For women that really desire breast-conserving therapy, they can anticipate that postoperatively at some point, they're going to have treatment to the entire breast, we typically call whole breast radiation, and then they may have a boost. Now, in many, many probably cases, that's going to be over five to six weeks, Monday through Friday. So the treatment itself doesn't take but a couple of minutes, but you have to get to the facility. And even though we streamline check-in processes and whatnot, you have to get undressed, you have to get positioned on the table. So it is a commitment, and it can be disruptive.” TS 24:49  “The hormone-blocking agents are going to be the cornerstone of all those treatments for anyone who has hormone receptor–positive breast cancer. So they are going to take these agents and as you said, they're probably going to take them for 5–10 years. It's quite the journey.” TS 32:33   “I think you need to be mindful that if someone has had germline testing and they've tested positive, they are not only worried about themselves, and they are worried about the rest of their family. That is a big deal. And even though I'll hear mothers say, ‘I feel so guilty, now my daughter has this,' now, I've never heard a daughter come and say, ‘Gosh, I wish my mom hadn't had me because of this.' There's a lot of feeling and emotion that goes on with that, and realize that those individuals are probably going to have fairly complicated management that goes over and above their breast cancer.” TS 41:50 

Preaching for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Julia Murphy offers a reflection on radical, Resurrection hope:"In these times of uncertainty, violence, and individualism, may we Christians act as if we believe in the Resurrection. José and his Salvadoran community showed my immersion group a model of this lived resurrection hope in their dedication to building their new home, as did those in Belize who welcomed them. They could not afford to live without hope. May this radical hope propel us into acts of compassion, hospitality, and bridge-building NOW, in our own ways, in our own communities." Julia Murphy (she/her) is a campus minister at Fairfield University in Connecticut. She coordinates domestic and international service immersion trips and other social justice ministries, and serves as the primary pastoral presence students at Fairfield Bellarmine, the university's two-year associate's degree program for low-income and first-generation students in Bridgeport, CT. She is also a residential minister and chaplain to first-year students. Julia holds an MDiv from the Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry and a B.A. in English and Spanish from Saint Louis University.Visitwww.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/02162025 to learn more about Julia, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

The extraterrestrial comedy podcast where we probe 1949 events concerning one Roland Doe. Or is that Robbie Mannheim? Or was it actually in fact Ronald Edwin Hunkeler? Roland was born on the 01/06/1930 to a German Lutheran family and his life took a turn towards the dark when his play buddy aunt Harriet passed away. Harriet had allegedly introduced Roland to the occult and early in 1949 strange things begun manifesting through Roland. We are taking unexplained scratches, flying items, moving beds - the works. This case has been documented in the diary of a priest - holy evidence! Fortunately, many holy folk were on hand to held the family and a great battle may have ensued. Was it a one demon possession? Ten demons? A case of difficult mental health? All of the above? Roswell? These events went on to inspire famous book and movie The Exorcist. Alongside that, we ponder whether the fate of the universe could be decided on a game of Tiddlywinks… All that and more on this week's file.     Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/butitwasaliens   Store: https://butitwasaliens.co.uk/shop/     Probe us: Email: butitwasaliens@gmail.com Instagram/Threads @ ButItWasAliens Twitter @ ButItWasAliens Facebook: @ ButItWasAliens - join Extraterrestrial Towers     Music:  Music created via Garageband. Additional music via: https://freepd.com - thank you most kindly good people.     Sources: All That is Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/roland-doe-the-exorcist-true-story   Saint Louis University article entitled Exorcism Expose: https://www.slu.edu/universitas/archive/2014/exorcism.php

EEG is the single most useful ancillary test to support the clinical diagnosis of epilepsy, but if used incorrectly it can lead to misdiagnosis and long-term mental and physical health sequelae. Its application requires proper understanding of its limitations and variability of testing results. In this episode, Katie Grouse, MD, FAAN, speaks with Daniel Weber, DO, author of the article “EEG in Epilepsy,” in the Continuum® February 2025 Epilepsy issue. Dr. Grouse is a Continuum® Audio interviewer and a clinical assistant professor at the University of California San Francisco in San Francisco, California. Dr. Weber is the director of adult epilepsy and vice chair of clinical affairs at the St. Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri. Additional Resources Read the article: EEG in Epilepsy Subscribe to Continuum: shop.lww.com/Continuum Earn CME (available only to AAN members): continpub.com/AudioCME Continuum® Aloud (verbatim audio-book style recordings of articles available only to Continuum® subscribers): continpub.com/Aloud More about the American Academy of Neurology: aan.com Social Media facebook.com/continuumcme @ContinuumAAN Guest: @drdanielweber Full episode transcript available here Dr Jones: This is Dr Lyell Jones, Editor-in-Chief of Continuum, the premier topic-based neurology clinical review and CME journal from the American Academy of Neurology. Thank you for joining us on Continuum Audio, which features conversations with Continuum's guest editors and authors who are the leading experts in their fields. Subscribers to the Continuum journal can read the full article or listen to verbatim recordings of the article and have access to exclusive interviews not featured on the podcast. Please visit the link in the episode notes for more information on the article, subscribing to the journal, and how to get CME. Dr Grouse: This is Dr Katie Grouse. Today, I'm interviewing Dr Daniel Weber about his article on EEG and epilepsy, which appears in the February 2025 Continuum issue on epilepsy. Welcome to the podcast and please introduce yourself to our audience. Dr Weber: Hi, thanks for having me. My name is Dan Weber and I'm an epileptologist at Saint Louis University. I direct the adult epilepsy program here and also serve as the vice chair for Clinical Affairs. Been my pleasure to work on this article. Dr Grouse: I'm so happy to have you today. I read your article. I found it to be incredibly useful as someone who often orders EEG in the general neurology clinic. So, I wanted to start with asking, what is the most clinically relevant message or takeaway from your article that you'd really like neurologists to know?  Dr Weber: Yes, when I was asked to write this article, I looked back at the previous Continuum on epilepsy and just the general literature. And there's a lot of good articles and books out there on EEG and epilepsy and sort of giving you a primer on what you might see and how to interpret it. So, we wanted to try to go a slightly different direction. This article gives you some of that gives you the background of EEG and some of the basic things that you may see, but the real thrust of it is more about the limitations of EEG in the clinical picture of epilepsy and common things you might avoid. There are some things that we get hammered into our brains in training that aren't always true and there's plenty of examples in the literature to review, and this article sort of tries to encapsulate as many of those as possible in a digestible format. The main takeaway would be that EEG is an extremely helpful tool in the diagnosis of epilepsy, is the best tool we have to help supplement your clinical acumen. But it does not make the diagnosis of epilepsy. And there are certain circumstances when it may not be as helpful as you may have been led to believe in residency. Dr Grouse: Maybe not the most comforting of messages, but certainly an important one, very important to learn more about this. So, we appreciate that. Can you tell us your decision-making process when deciding whether to order a routine EEG, an extended EEG, prolonged ambulatory EEG, or inpatient video EEG? Dr Weber: Sure. So, it's a multi-part question because each one, I think, has a different clinical scenario. In the current state, our best data for estimating risk of recurrence after an initial seizure comes with routine EEG abnormalities. So, often I will order routine EEGs in those scenarios. So new patient presentation, new patients coming in with an initial seizure who want to know what's their risk of recurrence. So, risk stratification, I use a lot of routine EEG for, often sleep deprived if possible to increase the sensitivity. If you'd like, the extended EEG does offer higher sensitivity, or you can repeat the routine EEG if the first routine EEG is nonconclusive. For generally extended EEGs, I tend to order them in my practice if patients have come to see me with a suspected diagnosis of epilepsy but haven't yet had any electrographic confirmation. Maybe they've already had routine EEGs done in the past, so we'll try to obtain just a little more data. The longer-term EEGs I tend to use in different clinical scenarios, in patients usually who already have established diagnosis or people who have become refractory and we haven't yet confirmed their diagnosis. I tend to do inpatient EEGs in those situations. Ambulatory EEGs I do more when there are certain characteristics of the patient or the patient 's presentation that may not fit well on the inpatient side. Patients who are reliant on substances who can't use while they're inpatient and may have withdrawal effects complicating the stay. Or people who have a strong activation component to their epilepsy where activity really draws it out, certain activities that they do at home that they might not do during the inpatient stay. Those are the sorts of people I'll do ambulatory EEGs on. There are a couple other scenarios as well that come up less commonly, but everything has its own little niche. Dr Grouse: That's a really helpful review as we sort of think about which way we want to go as we're working up our patients in the inventory setting. Can you tell me a little more about the difference between sensitivity of, for instance, doing maybe two routine EEGS versus prolonged ambulatory EEG? Dr Weber: Generally speaking, the longer you're recording someone's brain waves, the higher the sensitivity is going to be. So routine EEG is twenty to forty minutes at most places. One of those gives you a certain sensitivity. More of them will give you more sensitivity. And there was a recent study highlighted in the article that compared routine EEGs to initial multi-day ambulatory EEG, and the ambulatory EEG obviously, as would be expected, has a higher sensitivity than either of the routines. So, there may be some cases with that initial evaluation where an ambulatory EEG may be held and we get into that in more detail in the article. But with the caveat, a lot of this article is about limitations, and the data that we have to talk about increased risk of recurrence was based off seeing epileptic form discharges on routine EEG. So you could hypothesize that if you only have one epileptic form discharge in three days on an ambulatory EEG, that may not carry the same recurrent significance as catching one on a twenty minute EEG. But we don't have that knowledge. Dr Grouse: Getting a little bit more into what you mentioned about the limitations, when is the scalp EEG less useful or limited in the evaluation of epilepsy? Dr Weber: So, one thing I see a lot in my residence at here and other places where I've worked is, I get them very excited about EEG and they may order it a bit too much. So, if patients have a known, established diagnosis of epilepsy, electrographically confirmed, and they come in with a breakthrough seizure and they're back to their baseline, there's really not a strong reason to get an EEG. We often seem to in the emergency department as part of our evaluation, but we already know what happened to the patient. The patient's not doing poorly right now, so the EEG is not going to give you any additional information. Just like really any test, you should think, what are the possible outcomes of this test and how would those outcomes alter the care of this patient? And if no outcome is going to affect the care of the patient or give you any additional diagnostic information, then probably don't need to be doing that test. Dr Grouse: This is probably a good segue into asking, what is an area of confusion or common pitfalls that you've seen in the clinical application of EEG and epilepsy? Dr Weber: So, a lot of times on the inpatient service, we'll get longer-term EEGs for patients who are having spells that are occurrent while they're in the ICU or other places or altered in some way, encephalopathic. And these patients will have their spell, and in my report, I'll say that there is not any electrographic correlate. So, there's no EEG finding that goes along with the movement that they're doing that's concerning for a seizure. And that doesn't always mean that it's not an epileptic seizure. An EEG is not a one-hundred-percent tool. Epilepsy and seizures are a clinical diagnosis. The EEG is a helpful tool to guide that diagnosis, but it is not foolproof, so you need to take the whole clinical picture into account. Particularly focal seizures without impaired awareness often can be electrographically silent on surface EEG. If you see something that looks clinically like a seizure but doesn't show up on the EEG, there are circumstances that they get to in the paper a little bit where that can still be an epileptic seizure. And you just have to be aware of the limitations of the tests that you're ordering and always fall back on the clinical skills that you've learned. Dr Grouse: Are there any tips or tricks you can suggest to improve the clinical utility of EEG for diagnosis of epilepsy? And also thinking about the example you just gave, but maybe other cases as well? Dr Weber: Again, definitely need to incorporate EEG as part of a larger picture. The video component of EEG is incredibly helpful. You can't interpret EEG in isolation. Regardless of what the EEG shows, you can't make a diagnosis of epilepsy, but you certainly can be very suspicious of one. So, in those cases where you have a high suspicion for an epileptic seizure and the EEG has not given you any confirmatory evidence, it's really helpful to rely on any clinical expertise that you have access to. So, people who have seen lots of seizures may be helpful in that situation. Getting good recordings, good data to prove yourself one way or the other is helpful and continuing to evaluate. So usually, as I said, focal seizures that don't show up well on the EEG. People who have focal seizures will often have larger seizures if left untreated. So, you can try to admit them to an epilepsy monitoring unit where we try to provoke seizures and try to provoke a larger seizure to help confirm that diagnosis. Dr Grouse: This kind of gets into what we've already reviewed to some degree, but what is the easiest mistake to make (and hopefully avoid) when using EEG to diagnose epilepsy or make other treatment decisions? Dr Weber: I think the easiest, most common mistake I see is overreliance on the test. There's a lot of subjectivity to the interpretation of this test. There are a lot of studies out there on interrater reliability for epilepsy and intrarater reliability for epilepsy. We continue to try to make the findings more objective and get more quantified. The articles talk about our six criteria for epileptiform discharges and have reference to where that came from and the sorts of specificity that each of those criteria lead to. Just because an EEG report has said something, that does not diagnose or negate a clinical diagnosis of epilepsy. It is common for folks with non-epileptic seizures to have a history of reported epileptic form discharges on their EEG. Again, because there is some subjectivity to the test, some abnormal-looking normal variants will pop up and get interpreted as epileptiform discharges. It's important to review the whole patient, as much of the data as you can, and make the best clinical judgment you can of the overall case. Dr Grouse: What is quantitative EEG and how can it be clinically useful? Dr Weber: Now that most EEG is obtained digitally through the use of computer software, we have been able to employ computers to do a lot of the work for us. There are many different ways of looking at the EEG data, but it's all frequency bands over time. The quantitative EEG goal is really to simplify and condense what you're seeing on your normal EEG page into a more digestible format. Lets you look at a larger amount of data faster, which becomes more and more important as we're doing more of these long-term recordings, particularly in the intensive care unit. Quantitative EEG can help you assess a lot of data at a snapshot and get a general sense of what's going on with the patient over the past several hours. It does require some extra training to become familiar with it, but it's training that can be done at all levels. Again, it can help you see more, faster. Obviously, like everything, it has its own limitations. Sometimes the sensitivity and specificity may be a little off from the raw data review, and you should always go back to the raw data anytime there are questions. But it can be helpful to make things faster. Dr Grouse: Do you think you could give me a hypothetical example of a case where this would be something really nice to have?  Dr Weber: The most common example is folks with repetitive seizures in the ICU. If you're just looking at the raw data, you will get a sense of how often the seizures are happening. But if you look at the quantitative data, it sort of compresses that all down to a much smaller snapshot. So you can see much more readily, yes, these are how many seizures were happening. And here's where we gave our intervention; and look, there are fewer seizures after that intervention. So, it can help you assess response to treatment, help you assess just overall volume of seizures in a much more condensed fashion, and you can get through it much faster with the appropriate training. Dr Grouse: Can you tell us about any new developments in EEG that are on the horizon we should be aware of?  Dr Weber: Yeah. So, I think my two favorites, which I highlight in the article, are longer-term recordings---so, there's some companies that are working on subcutaneous EEG. So, implanted EEG electrodes that can stay in your body for the short, long term on the order of year or years and constantly send some EEG data. Obviously, it's not a full montage in most of those cases, but some EEG data that can help you assess long-term trends in epilepsy and long-term response to therapies. I think that's going to be really cool. I think it's very exciting and I think it'll change how we do clinical trials in the future. I think we'll be able to rely less on seizure diaries from folks and more on objective seizure data for patients who have these implanted. But with that will come an ever-increasing amount of data to be reviewed, which leads into the other exciting future trend is AI in the use of interpretations. AI is becoming more and more advanced and there are very exciting articles out on how good AI is getting at interpreting our EEGs. I think soon, in the very near future, the AI platforms will be able to dramatically reduce the amount of time it takes the experts to review an EEG. They'll be able to do a lot of the screening for us and then we can go back, just like I was talking about the quantitative EEG, go back and review segments of the raw data rather than having to review every page of every file, which is quite time consuming. Dr Grouse: Wow, that's really exciting. It certainly does seem like AI is making breakthroughs in just about every area of how we touch the practice of medicine. Exciting to hear that EEG is no exception. Dr Weber: Yeah, I'm fully excited. I think it's going to revolutionize what we're doing and also just greatly expand people's ability to access that level of expertise that the AI will offer. Dr Grouse: I wanted to transition to talking a little bit more about you and your career in neurology. How did you become interested in this area of neurology to begin with? Dr Weber: Yeah, it's sort of a roundabout fashion. So, I started out planning to be a neurointerventionalist, and then I realized that I didn't want that sort of call. For a hot minute in my PGI 3 year. I was planning to be a neuro-ICU doctor. I think that's largely because medicine is all I had been exposed to at that point and the ICU seemed like a very comfortable place. Then as I transitioned into PGI 3 we started doing more electives and outpatient rotations in my residency. And then I was planning on being a movement disorder specialist or an epileptologist, couldn't make up my mind for the longest time. And then I started to like EEG more than I liked watching videos. So, tilted myself towards epilepsy and haven't looked back.  Dr Grouse: Well, I really appreciated you coming to talk with us today about your article. I can't recommend it enough to anyone out there, whoever treats patients with epilepsy or orders the EEGs, I just think it was just incredibly useful. And it was such a pleasure to have you. Dr Weber: Thank you very much for having me, Katie.  Dr Grouse: Again, today I've been interviewing Dr Daniel Weber about his article on EEG and epilepsy, which appears in the most recent issue of Continuum on Epilepsy. Be sure to check out Continuum Audio episodes from this and other issues. And thank you to our listeners for joining today. Dr Monteith: This is Dr Teshamae Monteith, Associate Editor of Continuum Audio. If you've enjoyed this episode, you'll love the journal, which is full of in-depth and clinically relevant information important for neurology practitioners. Use this link in the episode notes to learn more and subscribe. AAN members, you can get CME for listening to this interview by completing the evaluation at continpub.com/audioCME. Thank you for listening to Continuum Audio.  

“We know that some women are going to get called back. And it's just because usually they can't see something clearly enough. And so in most cases, those women are going to get cleared with one or two images, and they're going to say, ‘Oh, we compress that better, we checked it with an ultrasound, we're fine.' That woman can go ahead and go. But we don't want to miss those early breast cancers,” Suzanne Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN, professor emeritus at Saint Louis University in Missouri, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about what oncology nurses need to know about breast cancer diagnosis.  Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod  Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0   Earn 0.75 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by January 31, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to breast cancer diagnostic considerations.  Episode Notes   Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.  Previous ONS Podcast™ site-specific episodes: Episode 345: Breast Cancer Screening, Detection, and Disparities  ONS Voice articles: An Oncology Nurse's Guide to Cascade Testing  Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, Side Effect, and Survivorship Considerations  ONS books: Breast Care Certification Review (second edition)  Guide to Breast Care for Oncology Nurses  ONS courses: Breast Cancer Bundle  Breast Cancer: Prevention, Detection, and Pathophysiology  ONS Biomarker Database results for breast cancer  ONS Learning Libraries:  Breast Cancer  Genomics and Precision Oncology    American Cancer Society: Early Detection and Diagnosis  Breast Cancer Facts and Figures   Your Breast Pathology Report: Breast Cancer  National Comprehensive Cancer Network    National Cancer Institute Breast Cancer—Patient Version  To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.   To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library.  To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org.  Highlights From This Episode  “When a woman gets a callback, that is incredibly anxiety provoking, because they're very scared and they don't know what it means. And I think that's a place where oncology nurses can remind—if it's patients or friends who are asking—that just because you have a call back, doesn't mean you have a malignancy.” TS 8:16  “We also know that when we call somebody back, that's very scary and anxiety provoking. And we don't want to subject women to unnecessary anxiety and stress through the procedure. And if it's too stressful, they won't come back again. That is actually a big harm that we don't want to occur. That's considered an acceptable amount. So we know that some women are going to get called back, and it's just because usually they can't see something clearly enough.” TS 11:26  “I think one of the most important things is to really help that woman understand the biopsy report. So now everybody, with most of the electronic medical records, that woman seeing that biopsy result—maybe before her provider is seeing it, depending on whether they get a chance to call that individual. But, you know, they could get a notification in their medical record, or a new report is available, and they can click on there and they could be looking at something that is very scary, not necessarily a good time, you know, like they're getting ready to do something. And so that is a problem overall with sometimes getting bad news in oncology.” TS 15:09  “Sometimes it's really good [for patients to bring] someone who can just be that set of ears or who can answer those questions, who's emotionally involved but maybe not so emotionally involved, if that makes sense. And I think that that is something we can really encourage people to identify that person who's going to really be able to support them.” TS 16:42  “When we approach a pathology report, the patient, you know, if they open that on their own, they're just going to see breast carcinoma, or they aren't going to look at all of the details of it. They can be quite overwhelming to look at. But I think that it's important to kind of take the patient through it, step by step, and realize that it's often a case of repeated measures—that you might do it and then you might do it again the next day or a day later.” TS 20:55  “Breast cancer care has changed so much over the past few decades. And I think people forget, you know, I've been in the business a long time, but years ago, everybody kind of got the same treatment if they got diagnosed. And we now understand so much about breast cancer treatment, but I think that has come on the shoulders of so, so, so many women who have enrolled in clinical trials to help us understand pathology better, to help us understand the impact of certain treatments. And so I think, first of all, we need to thank those women who have generously contributed to this base of knowledge. And it's a place where those clinical trials have really made a difference.” TS 35:46

About the Guest(s):Dr. Jen Newton: Associate Professor in Special Education at Ohio University with expertise in strengths-based approaches to families, early childhood inclusion, and socially just educational practices. Dr. Newton has previously taught at James Madison University and Saint Louis University and is a passionate advocate for inclusive education.Eric Garcia: Washington Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Correspondent at the Independent. Eric covers the White House, Congress, and politics, and is also an MSNBC columnist. He's the author of the book "We're Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation" and a recipient of the Harriet McBride Johnson Prize for his nonfiction writing on autism.Dr. Carolyn Teigland: CEO of the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (MCIE), Dr. Teigland is a seasoned educator dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in schools. She has also served as an Associate Superintendent in Cecil County Public Schools, leading transformative inclusive education efforts and providing congressional testimony on the subject.Tim Villegas: Host of the Think Inclusive podcast and a former special education teacher, Tim has been with MCIE since 2020. He advocates for inclusive education and produces two podcasts: Think Inclusive and Inclusion Stories, which explore real-world inclusion and share diverse educational experiences.Episode Summary:Join host Tim Villegas as he navigates a thought-provoking discussion on the future of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) with distinguished experts Dr. Jen Newton, Eric Garcia, and Dr. Carolyn Teigland. This episode provides an unfiltered look at how potential changes and challenges to IDEA could shape the educational landscape amidst shifting political priorities.The conversation opens up critical perspectives on the challenges facing special educators and administrators as a new administration takes the helm. The panelists delve into the implications of possible funding changes, especially the controversial move towards block grants. Eric Garcia brings insight from his political coverage, analyzing the plausibility of dismantling the Department of Education and the priorities of the Trump administration regarding public school reform.The episode explores the necessity for advocacy and civic engagement at both the state and local levels. Jen Newton and Carolyn Teigland emphasize the importance of understanding state policies and the role they play in shaping education funding directed towards inclusive practices. Highlighting the gaps in the current system, the panelists call for collective efforts to rebuild and reform American education, ensuring it addresses the diverse needs of all students, particularly those with disabilities.Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/cIskPwj8p73iR1JbtTHt0Rm8evAKey Takeaways:The potential reauthorization of IDEA under a new administration raises significant concerns, particularly regarding block grants and funding changes.Engaging with state and local education policies is crucial for effective advocacy on behalf of students with disabilities.Potential moves to dismantle the Department of Education face legislative hurdles, but they underscore broader discussions on public school reform.Understanding the nuances of school choice and its implications for marginalized students remains essential for parents and educators.Advocacy and equitable education practices are vital to counteract possible setbacks in inclusive education policies.Complete Show Notes: https://mcie.org/think-inclusive/Thank you to our sponsor, IXL: https://www.ixl.com/inclusive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The statistic you always kind of want to keep in the back of your brain is that over a lifetime, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. So that means for an individual assigned female at birth, there's a 13% chance that if that individual lives to age 85, that they will be diagnosed with breast cancer. So, it's the most common cancer diagnosed in this group,” Suzanne Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN, professor emeritus at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, MO, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about breast cancer screening.  Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod  Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0   Earn 0.75 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by January 10, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.  Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to breast cancer screening, detection, and disparities.  Episode Notes   Complete this evaluation for free NCPD. ONS Podcast™ episodes:  Episode 333: Pharmacology 101: CDK Inhibitors  Episode 316: Pharmacology 101: Estrogen-Targeting Therapies  ONS Voice articles:  An Oncology Nurse's Guide to Cascade Testing  Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, Side Effect, and Survivorship Considerations  Encourage Breast Cancer Screening in Childhood Cancer Survivors   Genetic Disorder Reference Sheet: BARD1  Genetic Disorder Reference Sheet: BRCA1 and BRCA2 Hereditary Cancers  Genetic Disorder Reference Sheet: PALB2  ONS books: Breast Care Certification Review (second edition)  Guide to Breast Care for Oncology Nurses Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing article: Germline Cancer Genetic Counseling: Clinical Care for Transgender and Nonbinary Individuals  ONS courses:   Breast Cancer Bundle  Breast Cancer: Prevention, Detection, and Pathophysiology  ONS Learning Library: Genomics and Precision Oncology   American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Facts and Figures  Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Calculator  Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool   National Comprehensive Cancer Network   Tyrer-Cuzick Risk Assessment Calculator  To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.   To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library.  To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org.  Highlights From This Episode  “Unfortunately, probably about 42,500 women die every year from breast cancer, and that number still seems really high because mammography screening has really enabled us to detect breast cancer in many, many cases when it would be most treatable. And so that's a place where you would like to see some real progress.” TS 3:32  “Primary prevention for all individuals, which is always best to prevent, would include 150 minutes of intentional exercise, watching the diet, keeping that weight as low as possible—we want more muscle and less fat mass—and limiting alcohol intake. Then we go and we talk about screening.” TS 7:29  “The most recent statistic, and this kind of is post-COVID, is that 67% of women age 40 and over have had breast cancer screening in the last two years, which means that there's a hunk of women, 33% of women who have not had breast cancer screening in the last two years and that who are 40 and over. And that to me is a really, really sad statistic because that's a missed opportunity for screening.” TS 11:32  “Sometimes we forget that women and individuals who've had breast cancer, especially if they had it at a younger age, their risk of a second breast cancer over time is about 1% or 2% per year. So, if you have a first breast cancer at 40, and you live another 30 years, two times 30 is 60, that risk is substantial. A lot of times we don't see as much anymore, which is good. Individuals who had a lot of radiation to the chest, we used to see a lot of young individuals having radiation therapy for Hodgkin's disease that encompassed the chest, and a lot of them were diagnosed with breast cancer afterwards.” TS 15:31  “One of the things that always makes me really sad is that probably less than 40% of people who are eligible for this cascade testing, and mind you, many of the laboratories, if we test a parent and say they have a pathogenic variant, they will offer free testing to relatives for 90–120 days in that lab. They don't even have to pay for the genetic test. They just have to get the counseling and send it. But less than 40% of individuals who would benefit from cascade testing ever get it done.” TS 35:02  “I have had this privilege of sitting for decades watching genetics. That's the only area I've ever worked in that is always completely changing. And just when you think you got it, there is something new and it's really driving our oncology care. And I would really encourage people, I know we've said it about 10 times now, to look at that Genomics and Precision Medicine Learning Library, there are resources in there if you want to spend 3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes—if you got a whole hour or two, there's courses. There are so many things in there, and if you really want to become more savvy, you can, and that's a great place to start.” TS 45:34