Best Institute For Advanced Learning And Research Podcasts (2025)

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The Power of Basic-Needs Support for Students through Benefits Navigators and HOUSE Liaisons 38:40

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In this special edition of Democracy's College, OCCRL Associate Director Gianina Baker talks with Valerie Lynch and Deana Schenk about the critical roles of benefits navigators and HOUSE liaisons, two positions designed to help students access basic-needs resources such as food, housing, health care, and financial support. Lynch is the senior manag…

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62. What’s Next for Advanced Reactors? EPRI’s 2025 AR Roadmap Update 22:25

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The nuclear industry is in an era of rapid innovation and deployment. In this episode of The EPRI Current, host Samantha Gillman is joined by Alison Krager Hahn from NEI and Chad Boyer from EPRI to revisit the 2023 episode on the Advanced Reactor (AR) Roadmap, assessing the industry's recent progress with advanced technologies and where it's headed…

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Team-Based Care for Lung and Multi-Organ Transplant 11:06

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Kenneth McCurry, MD, and Marie Budev, DO, discuss Cleveland Clinic’s leadership in lung and multi-organ transplantation, highlighting innovations like ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) and the collaborative care model that supports complex transplant cases. They also acknowledge Lung Transplant Awareness Day, a national initiative aimed at increasing e…

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"Don’t Tell Me No, Tell Me How:" Additive Manufacturing to Support the U.S. Navy 40:37

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In this episode of Inside IALR, host Caleb Ayers is joined by Ereina Avery (Austal USA), Jon Harrison (Phillips Corporation), and Jason Wells (IALR) for a deep dive into the Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE). Together, they explore how this unique public-private consortium is transforming the Navy’s supply chain by developing and…

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Lifelong Management of Heart Valve Patients 11:46

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If you're living with a leaky mitral valve, valve repair can restore your heart health and your lifestyle. Cleveland Clinic cardiac surgeons Marc Gillinov, MD, and Tarek Malas, MD, explain why valve repair is often better than replacement, how robotic surgery can speed up recovery and what patients can expect after surgery. Schedule an appointment …

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61. Hydrogen on the Horizon: Inside Ireland’s SH2AMROCK Hydrogen Valley Initiative 23:31

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Hydrogen is gaining momentum in Europe as a potential strategic energy carrier, and Ireland is stepping into the spotlight with its first hydrogen valley initiative – SH2AMROCK. In this episode of The EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman speaks with Rory Monaghan from the University of Galway, Conor O’Dowd from the Port of Galway, and Maria Jaen from…

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Different Frameworks for Understanding Institutional Data and Using Data to Attain Student Success 36:01

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In this episode, Dr. OiYan Poon—an author, speaker, and race and education scholar—talks with Dr. Nick Branson about the different frameworks for understanding institutional data as well as creative ways that campuses can use a wealth of data to improve support systems that help all students succeed. Dr. Branson is the assistant vice president for …

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New Drug Trial to Treat High Blood Pressure 11:11

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By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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Career Demos and Dreams: A Day at Career ChoICE Youth Expo 21:48

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By Institute for Advanced Learning and Research

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Colin Camerer: Econ's Neurovisionary 45:58

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An absorbing conversation featuring Colin Camerer (CASBS fellow, 1997-98), among the world's most accomplished scholars in both behavioral economics and neuroeconomics, with economist Stephanie Wang (2024-25). Camerer discusses his groundbreaking work on the neuroeconomics of self-control and habit formation; offers insights on generating ideas for…

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Ep 21: High-assurance Computer Architectures with Dr. Caroline Trippel, Stanford University 1:01:01

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Dr. Caroline Trippel is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Departments at Stanford University. Caroline's research operates at the critical intersection of hardware and software, focusing on developing high-assurance computer architectures. Her work tackles the challenge of ensuring that complex hardware desig…

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Taking Care of Your Cardiovascular Health While Aging 20:33

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Cleveland Clinic experts discuss how heart conditions uniquely affect older adults. Abdulla Damluji, MD, and Ardeshir Hashmi, MD, explain Cleveland Clinic’s holistic care strategies that integrate cardiology and geriatrics to improve outcomes and quality of life for aging patients and their families. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by c…

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60. Weathering the Storm: Hydropower and Climate Resilience 22:45

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Hydropower plays a vital role in the U.S. energy mix, but how will its infrastructure hold up under a changing climate with evolving weather patterns? In this episode of The EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman is joined by EPRI experts Jacob Mardian and Dr. Mark Christian to explore the future of hydropower in the face of extreme weather. Drawing fr…

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The Institutional Model for Faculty Diversity and Its Role in Advancing STEM Equity 32:43

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In this episode, Dr. Gianina Baker, the associate director of the Office of Community College Research and Leadership, talks with Dr. Kimberly A. Griffin about the Institutional Model for Faculty Diversity and its role in advancing STEM equity. The conversation with Dr. Griffin, who is the dean of the College of Education at the University of Maryl…

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Ask the Heart Doctor: State-of-the-Art Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery 20:52

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Coronary artery disease means that blood vessels in the heart are blocked, limiting the movement of blood throughout the heart. Expert cardiothoracic surgeons discuss techniques for coronary artery bypass surgery and what to expect in recovery in part two of this two-part series. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. …

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Skills, Training and Career Opportunities: ATDM Success Stories 24:27

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The Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program is preparing the next generation of skilled workers for the U.S. Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base. With an 85% job placement rate and graduates from nearly every state, ATDM is creating real career opportunities. In this episode, recent graduates Dylan Carter and Angel Gallaher describ…

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Ask the Heart Doctor: Coronary Artery Disease Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Options 15:40

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Coronary artery disease means that blood vessels in the heart are blocked, limiting the movement of blood throughout the heart. Expert cardiothoracic surgeons discuss coronary artery disease symptoms, diagnostic testing, medical treatments and considerations for surgery in part one of this two-part series. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clini…

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59. What’s an Energy Wallet? Exploring EPRI’s Tool for Tracking Household Energy Spending 30:43

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As energy demand rises and electrification accelerates, understanding household energy affordability is more important than ever. In this episode of the EPRI Current, Geoff Blanford from EPRI and Michael Kohlhaas from Con Edison join host Samantha Gilman to discuss the Energy Wallet – EPRI’s new holistic metric for capturing total household energy …

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Innovations in Managing Lung Failure 20:09

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Kenneth McCurry, MD, and Marie Budev, DO, from Cleveland Clinic’s Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program discuss how their multidisciplinary team manages lung failure and advances transplant care. Learn about techniques like ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) and ECMO bridging, and how Cleveland Clinic is expanding access to transplantation for complex …

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Balancing Flexibility, Strategy and Exponential Growth: A Conversation with IALR Leadership 29:58

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In this episode of Inside IALR, we sit down with President Telly Tucker and Executive Vice President of Operations Dr. John Hughes for a wide-ranging conversation about growth, leadership and the mission of the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. From managing exponential expansion to filling workforce gaps, Tucker and Hughes reflect on h…

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Multi-Arterial and Total Arterial Bypass Grafting 14:23

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Faisal Bakaeen, MD, and Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD, discuss the benefits and considerations of multi-arterial coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), a technique that can improve long-term outcomes for patients with coronary artery disease. They share insights on patient selection, surgical innovations, personalized care and optimal medical management…

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58. Tracking Tomorrow’s Tech: Inside EPRI’s Technology Radar and Pulse Report 19:26

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Two years ago, EPRI launched the Technology Radar, an interactive resource for identifying and assessing emerging technologies shaping the energy industry. In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman is joined by Steve Stella, Head of EPRI’s Technology Innovation Program, to explore how the Tech Radar and Tech Radar Pulse Report track…

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New Research to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease and Aortic Stenosis 8:59

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Steven Nissen, MD, shares research about a new treatment for elevated lipoprotein(a) levels called Lepodisiran. Lowering lipoprotein(a) levels can improve a patient's risk for blocked arteries and aortic valve disease. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Learn more about lipoprotein(a). https://my.clevelandclinic.or…

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Insights on Working at Bistate Community Colleges in Illinois and Iowa 36:29

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In this episode, Hannah Kuneyl, a senior research assistant at OCCRL, talks with Dr. LaDrina Wilson about her experiences and insights working at bistate community colleges in Illinois and Iowa as both an administrator and practitioner.

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Women at the Torch: Leading and Inspiring at ATDM 22:14

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What is it like to be a woman teaching advanced manufacturing in a field where men make up the majority? Hear it from three members of the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) instructional team: welding instructor Makayla Baker, metrology instructor Holly Lyle and welding technician Autumn King. As the only women on a team of nearl…

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Growth of ECMO: Advanced Life Support and Other Devices 15:55

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When a heart is weak after a heart attack, cardiac arrest or surgery, mechanical circulatory support (MCS) can help the heart function while it heals or assist patients long-term. Cleveland Clinic experts discuss MCS devices, specifically the Impella percutaneous left ventricular assist device (LVAD) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). …

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Season 2: Ep. 5 – Early Medieval Irish Philosophy with Dr Daniel Watson 1:04:06

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Today we are talking to Dr Daniel Watson, who is a Bergin Fellow in the School of Celtic Studies at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies. He tells us about philosophy in early medieval Ireland and that, contrary... Read MoreBy DIAS

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New Trials to Reduce LDL Cholesterol 9:29

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A recent clinical trial has shown exciting results for a new combination pill that could help people at high risk for heart disease. This pill combines two medications that work together to lower LDL cholesterol. Steven Nissen, MD, and Ashish Sarraju, MD, explain how this new treatment compares to existing options and why it might be a game-changer…

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Growing Talent at the CEA Innovation Center 24:43

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What happens when Ph.D. candidates, master’s students, undergrads and interns all share the same greenhouse? You get a powerful, layered research environment that grows more than just plants. In this episode of Inside IALR, we explore how the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Innovation Center is not only advancing sustainable agriculture bu…

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57. The Inflection Point: Accelerating Efficiency with AI 33:45

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The energy sector is at a critical inflection point, defined by automation, intelligence, and the integration of AI into energy systems. As grid demands intensify, AI is unlocking transformative solutions, from electrifying economies to integrating renewables and defending against cyber threats. Industry leaders Bilal Khursheed from Microsoft, Jens…

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Ask the Heart Doctor: Aortic Aneurysm Treatment & Surgery 20:26

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The aorta is the large blood vessel that moves blood from the heart through the rest of the body. Sometimes, genetic conditions, heart valve and blood vessel diseases or lifestyle choices can cause a bulge in the aorta, called an aortic aneurysm. Learn more about living with thoracic aortic disease, including risk factors, when to plan for surgery …

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Ask the Heart Doctor: Aortic Aneurysm Diagnosis & Prevention 21:47

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The aorta is the large blood vessel that moves blood from the heart through the rest of the body. Sometimes, genetic conditions, heart valve and blood vessel diseases or lifestyle choices can cause a bulge in the aorta, called an aortic aneurysm. A panel of heart experts will explain causes, diagnosis and treatments for thoracic aortic disease, als…

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Inside the Internship: Stories from IALR’s Summer Interns 26:34

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What is it like to be an intern at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research? In this episode of Inside IALR, hear from five of the 18 interns who spent their summer working across IALR’s divisions—from applied research and economic development to manufacturing advancement and GO TEC. You’ll hear from: Grayson Snead, an ag tech intern resear…

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Season 2: Ep. 4 – Storytelling and Irish Manuscripts with Dr Nina Cnockaert-Guillou 51:14

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Today we are talking to Dr Nina Cnockaert-Guillou who is an O’Donovan postdoctoral scholar in the School of Celtic Studies at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies. She gives us a mini-lecture on the text called Acallam na... Read MoreBy DIAS

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56. The Balancing Act: Legacy Assets, Renewables, and Reliability 24:26

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With an evolving energy landscape, utilities are navigating the complex challenge of balancing legacy assets with the growing integration of renewables while ensuring reliability, affordability, and sustainability. On this episode of The EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman is joined by Jake Courville from Entergy and Mike Caravaggio from EPRI to dis…

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Innovations in Carotid Stenting 17:01

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Ravi Ambani, MD, and Aravinda Nanjundappa, MBBS, MD, discuss Cleveland Clinic’s leadership and progress in treating carotid artery disease. Learn how multidisciplinary teams are transforming care with new research on medical and surgical therapies. Get treatment for carotid artery disease. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/carotid-artery-sten…

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Grand Master of the Sociology of Immigration & Assimilation 54:52

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For decades, Alejandro Portes (CASBS fellow 1980-81) has been among our most distinguished scholars elucidating the causes and consequences of immigration and assimilation. René D. Flores (CASBS fellow 2023-24) engages Portes in a conversation spanning large swaths of Portes's formidable intellectual biography, including his personal journey from C…

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Examining the Statewide Movement for Reform in Developmental Education Across Illinois 27:50

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In this episode, OCCRL Director Lorenzo Baber talks with Lisa Castillo Richmond, the outgoing executive director of the Partnership for College Completion, about key findings she has observed in developmental education in Illinois. Drs. Castillo Richmond and Baber also cover where the state is currently at with developmental education reform as wel…

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Mitral Valve: Repair, Replace, Redo 9:06

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Repairs, replacements, reoperations and robots? Expert Cleveland Clinic surgeons break down exactly what to expect from mitral valve surgery. Meet the presenters: Marc Gillinov, MD, Heart Surgeon, Chair of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Per Wierup, MD, PhD, Heart Surgeon, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery Schedule an appointment at Clevelan…

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Tracking Plant Growth Pixel by Pixel 24:34

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What if you could track a plant’s health and growth every 15 minutes, all automatically and without ever touching it? In this episode of Inside IALR, Dr. Scott Lowman, Vice President of Applied Research at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, explores the SMART Platform—IALR’s Spatially and Mechanically Accurate Robotic Table system. T…

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Season 2: Ep. 3 – Mind, Language and Law in Medieval Ireland with Dr Viktoriia Krivoshchekova 57:05

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Today we are talking to Dr Viktoriia Krivoshchekova who is an O’Donovan postdoctoral scholar in the School of Celtic Studies at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies. She tells us all about her research on medieval Irish philosophy... Read MoreBy DIAS

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55. Powering Through: How Power Companies Can Weather the 2025 Hurricane Season 20:57

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As of June 1, the North Atlantic Basin officially entered the 2025 hurricane season. NOAA’s 2025 forecasts project a 60% chance of an above-normal season, anticipating 13–19 named storms, 6–10 hurricanes, and up to 5 major hurricanes. As peak season approaches, utilities face increasing pressure to prepare. On the latest episode of the EPRI Current…