Best University Of Regina Podcasts (2025)

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Faith, Fitness, and Healing, A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Christie-Betha 1:18:54

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Send us a text Dr. Lisa Christie-Betha is a powerhouse of transformation, faith, and toxin-free living. Crowned Mrs. America 1997–1998 and later Mrs. NY United States, she blends artistry, wellness, and leadership into her life’s mission. As a former pro cheerleader, dancer, fitness expert featured on Dr. Phil and The Doctors, and creator of The Cr…

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MENTAL HEALTH BYTES: Let's talk about "suicide" 59:22

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Send us a text This week, we are tackling one of the most difficult yet essential conversations: Suicide. Join Dr. Aninda Sidhana, esteemed psychiatrist, and host RAH as they break the silence around this deeply important topic. Together, they will explore: The warning signs and risk factors often missed How stigma prevents open conversations The r…

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Mental Health Bytes: Master Your Universe 1:09:55

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Send us a text This week, we welcome Manny Bains Award-winning author, actor, filmmaker, and success strategist onto Mental Health Bytes. Manny is the mind behind Master Your Universe and Switch, as well as the creator of the acclaimed documentary Break FREE, which explores how people can reclaim their time, money, and freedom. In this episode, Man…

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Mental Health Bytes: Men’s Mental Health 56:29

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Send us a text This week, esteemed psychiatrist Dr. Aninda Sidhana joins host RAH to tackle a topic that too often remains in the shadows: Men’s Mental Health. From societal pressures to “man up,” to the silent toll of unspoken emotions, this conversation will uncover: The unique challenges men face in seeking mental health support How cultural exp…

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Analyzing the Twenty-fifth Amendment and its implications with John Feerick 28:45

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In recent years, commentators and gadflies have looked at American presidents and, based on age and, sometimes, politics, called for the invocation of the 25th amendment to remove the president from office. Constitutional scholar John Feerick helped write the 25th amendment and shines a light on its provisions and the intentions of its framers. See…

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P-Values: Are we using a flawed statistical tool? 1:13:26

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P-values show up in almost every scientific paper, yet they’re one of the most misunderstood ideas in statistics. In this episode, we break from our usual journal-club format to unpack what a p-value really is, why researchers have fought about it for a century, and how that famous 0.05 cutoff became enshrined in science. Along the way, we share st…

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Chelsea Suitos on Leadership, TEMU, and Athletic Drive 25:40

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In this episode of RE-Focus, Angela is joined by Chelsea Suitos, Head of Partnerships & Business Development at Spree AI and a former competitive athlete. Chelsea shares how the skills she gained in sports—discipline, resilience, and collaboration—continue to shape her approach to leadership in the business world. She also dives into the unique ben…

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Episode 4 - Prof. Regina Dittmann 17:55

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Professor Regina Dittmann received her PhD in Physics from the University of Giessen, Germany, in 1994. She had previously received her Physics degree from the University of Cologne, Germany, in 1990. Since November 2012, she has been a professor at RWTH Aachen University's Faculty of Electrical Engineering, and since 2022, she has been a guest pro…

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Episode 3 - Prof. Manijeh Razeghi 48:13

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Manijeh Razeghi received the Doctorate d’état ES Sciences Physiques from the Université de Paris, France, in 1980. Manijeh Razeghi was the Head of the Exploratory Materials Laboratory at Thomson-CSF (France) during the 80’s where she developed and implemented modern metalorganic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) vapor phase epitaxy (VPE), molecular…

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Enhanced Oil Recovery and Rare Earth Elements: Petro Nakutnyy 41:37

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Send us a text Do you ever wonder where or how technology is developed? Commercial technology requires a great deal of research, prototyping, and testing to refine it to the point where it is both effective and economically viable. Engineers from all disciplines are involved in research and development projects that help drive the development of ne…

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Examining the impacts of ideological extremes on American democracy with Thomas Chatterton Williams 28:23

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In the summer of 2020, the country was racked by disease, violence, and social disruption as generations of racial injustice seemed to fall in the wake of the murder of George Floyd. Thomas Chatterton Williams warns, however, that extreme views on the left—ascendent in that summer heat—are just as dangerous to western liberalism as extreme views on…

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Exercise and Cancer: Does physical activity improve colon cancer survival? 49:04

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Exercise has long been hailed as cancer-fighting magic, but is there hard evidence behind the hype? In this episode, we tackle the CHALLENGE trial, a large phase III study of colon cancer patients that tested whether prescribed exercise could improve cancer-free survival. We translate clinical jargon into plain English, show why ratio statistics ma…

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Examining the impacts of artificial intelligence on children with Mhairi Aitken 26:12

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Artificial Intelligence is changing all of our lives and the biggest changes are yet to come. Yet despite the revolution on our doorstep, few have looked carefully at the impact of AI on children. Dr. Mhairi Aitken has done just that and has evidence-based advice for policy makers and developers. Aitken is a Senior Ethics Fellow in the Public Polic…

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Talking Telecom: Blair Laforge 42:56

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Send us a text Who remembers rotary phones and push button phones that were connected to land lines? Now we all rely on cell phones and telecommunications companies have evolved to provide way more services than just phone calls. In addition to wired and mobile telephone services, many telecoms now provide television services, wireless internet, ho…

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FMPS - UofR Coach Astrid Baecker ahead of the 25/26 CanWest season 30:10

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We’re kicking off the 2025-26 Canada West women’s soccer season with a special preview featuring University of Regina Cougars head coach Astrid Baecker. ⚽💛💚 Coach Baecker joins us to break down the roster, key storylines, and what Cougar fans can expect this season. #UofR #CougarPride #CanadaWest #Usports #ReginaCougars…

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Age Gaps: How much does age matter in dating? 49:42

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Are we all secretly ageist when it comes to dating? We put the stereotype that older men prefer younger women under the microscope using data from thousands of blind dates. What we found surprised us: the “age penalty” was real but microscopic, women wanted younger partners too, and hard age cutoffs weren’t so hard after all. Along the way, we unpa…

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Exploring paths to improve the health of democracy with James Fishkin 28:17

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For more than a decade, now, the world has been experiencing a process of “democratic backsliding,” while alternatives to governing by popular consent have gained popularity—even in the West. James Fishkin offers a path to improving not just the health of democracy, but the effectiveness of liberal democratic governments. Fishkin holds the Janet M.…

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Tackling a crisis in critical thinking with Alex Edmans 27:56

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Scholars, journalists and even some politicians often warn about the lack of critical thinking in contemporary public and private life. Alex Edmans picks up that alarm and warns that we’re regularly exploited by those who would use our own sloppy thinking and unconscious biases to mislead us. Edmans is a professor of finance at London Business Scho…

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Investigating the political impacts of “dark money” with Anna Massoglia 28:03

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It’s comforting to think about American political institutions as “transparent” and open to scrutiny. However, this week on “Story in the Public Square,” Anna Massoglia describes a campaign finance system built, increasingly, on so-called “dark money.” Massoglia is a political influence expert and investigative journalist with more than a decade of…

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Charting the development of war powers and technology with Fred Borch 25:01

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Eighty years ago, World War II ended in the Pacific with the first, and thus far, only use of nuclear weapons in warfare. The widely popular decision to use the bomb at the time has become fodder for historians to debate in subsequent decades. Fred Borch helps us view the decision to drop the bomb from the perspective of American leaders in that su…

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Analyzing the impact of artificial intelligence on theology with Sean O’Callaghan and Paul Hoffman 28:25

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The history of humanity is the history of individuals making decisions, sometimes collectively, and sometimes individually. New artificial intelligence, AI, brings a new player into the mix: machines capable of making decisions alongside or instead of their human counterparts. Sean O’Callaghan and Paul Hoffman grapple with the theological implicati…

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Exploring public health under the Trump administration with Dr. Ashish Jha 27:08

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Where five years ago, we were in the thick of the pandemic, with the bulk of the sickness and dying still to come, now, the U.S. federal government is poised to slash spending on public health, as well as basic research in science, healthcare and more. Dr. Ashish Jha helps us sort through competing claims and make sense of it all. An accomplished a…

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Documenting the impact of conspiracies and coverups with Phil Tinline 26:07

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What if a secret gathering of luminaries concluded in the 1960s that the consequences of “peace” would be worse than continued war? Phil Tinline explains that in 1967, at the height of the Vietnam War, just such a story emerged, and its consequences reverberate to this day. Phil Tinline is a freelance writer and documentarian. He is the author of t…

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Exploring America’s evolving national story with Colin Woodard 29:52

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For nearly 250 years, Americans have marked the fourth of July as the birthday of the nation, and in July of 2026, we’ll celebrate 250 years. Colin Woodard argues that the Declaration of Independence is as relevant and vital as ever, and that its promise is essential to preserving the republic today. Colin Woodard is a New York Times-bestselling hi…

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Sustainability and Municipal Water Projects: Goke Rufai 44:04

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Send us a text Consulting engineers provide engineering services to virtually all sectors. This can include private industry, municipal infrastructure, financial systems, health care, and more. There are consulting engineers working on projects in countries all over the world. In this episode we sit down with Goke Rufai to hear about his career in …

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Mental Health Bytes: Narcissistic Abuse / Gender Equality 35:42

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Send us a text "Your Trauma Talks" proudly presents another powerful episode of the "MENTAL HEALTH BYTES" Talk Show Podcast! This week, join esteemed psychiatrist Dr. Aninda Sidhana and host RAH as they delve into a critical and often misunderstood topic: Narcissistic Abuse and Gender Equality. Together, they’ll unpack the psychological impact of n…

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Mental Health Bytes 45:58

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Send us a text Your Trauma Talks" proudly presents a new series offering expert guidance on mental wellness. 🧠✨ Join esteemed psychiatrist Dr. Aninda Sidhana on the "MENTAL HEALTH BYTES" Talk Show Podcast! This series offers a rare and valuable opportunity to gain professional, evidence-based insights into mental health. Alongside RAH, Dr. Sidhana …

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Mental Health Bytes: Narcissistic Abuse / Gender Equality Part 2 58:47

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Send us a text Your Trauma Talks" proudly presents another powerful episode of the "MENTAL HEALTH BYTES" Talk Show Podcast! This week, join esteemed psychiatrist Dr. Aninda Sidhana and host RAH as they delve into a critical and often misunderstood topic: Narcissistic Abuse and Gender Equality. Together, they’ll unpack the psychological impact of na…

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MENTAL HEALTH BYTES: ANANYA GROVER 1:12:25

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Send us a text "Your Trauma Talks" presents a not-to-miss episode of the MENTAL HEALTH BYTES Talk Show Podcast—where science meets storytelling, and stigma meets its match. This week, psychiatrist Dr. Aninda Sidhana and host Rah is joined by powerhouse host Ananya Grover, Princeton alumna, TED speaker, and founder of HealCycle, a groundbreaking ini…

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Your Brain on AI: Is ChatGPT making us mentally lazy? 1:14:07

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ChatGPT is melting our brainpower, killing creativity, and making us soulless — or so the headlines imply. We dig into the study behind the claims, starting with quirky bar charts and mysterious sample sizes, then winding through hairball-like brain diagrams and tens of thousands of statistical tests. Our statistical sleuthing leaves us with questi…

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Discussing Nuclear Engineering: Esam Hussein 44:50

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Send us a text With an ever-growing population, the world has seen a steady rise in the demand for energy. There is a renewed interest in nuclear power due to its lower carbon footprint when compared to other technologies. In this episode we sit down with Esam Hussein to talk about nuclear engineering. Esam is a retired nuclear engineer and profess…

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NEBC's Terence Murphy on Focus, Books, and Building Better Stores 25:32

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In this episode of RE-Focus Careers, Angela is joined by Terence Murphy, President Emeritus and Administrator of the New England Buying Consortium (NEBC). Terence explains how NEBC brings bookstore managers, colleges, and prep schools together to collaborate on smarter buying strategies and stronger vendor relationships. Angela shares how she first…

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Jennifer Gray Thompson Discusses Rebuilding 'After the Fire' 21:58

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In this episode of RE-Focus, Angela sits down with Jennifer Gray Thompson, CEO of After the Fire USA, an organization dedicated to helping communities recover in the aftermath of devastating mega fires. Jennifer shares the purpose behind her mission, offering an inside look at what survivors face in the days, weeks, and years after disaster strikes…

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The Backfire Effect: Can fact-checking make false beliefs stronger? 58:26

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Can correcting misinformation make it worse? The “backfire effect” claims that debunking myths can actually make false beliefs stronger. We dig into the evidence — from ghost studies to headline-making experiments — to see if this psychological plot twist really holds up. Along the way, we unpack interaction effects, randomization red flags, and wh…

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Fixing and Building Dams: Rayna Belyk-Kaytor 39:58

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Send us a text Having a safe and abundant source of water is very important for society. Engineers play a huge role in helping manage water resources for drinking, irrigation, and agriculture uses, as well as recreational and ecological needs. Managing all of this water requires the construction and maintenance of water infrastructure. In this epis…

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Ep 72 | Eric Hanson & Clare Duffy | Hosts of The Morning Scramble on z102.9 53:03

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You may hear this power duo on The Morning Scramble every weekday from 6-10 AM, but do you know about Eric’s background in drama and speech? Clare’s first introduction into radio? How about how much of their morning show is scripted vs improv?? Learn these details and more on this new episode of the Watts Happening Podcast! #iowa #corridor #eastern…

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Dating Wishlists: Are we happier when we get what we want in a mate? 1:05:31

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Loyal, funny, hot — you’ve probably got a wish list for your dream partner. But does checking all your boxes actually lead to happily ever after? In this episode, we dive into a massive global study that put the “ideal partner” hypothesis to the test. Do people really know what they want, and does getting it actually make them happier? We explore s…

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Energy Systems Engineering: Sam Hong 37:05

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Send us a text Have you ever noticed how much we depend on having access to safe, affordable energy systems? In the last 100 years, society has become dependent on energy for transportation, heating and cooling our homes, powering our appliances, and much more. In this episode sit down with Sam Hong to learn about the new Energy Systems Engineering…

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Ep 71 | Dustin Elsbury | Regina's Head Football Coach 56:26

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This fall will be Dustin Elsbury’s second season as Regina’s Head Football Coach. This is in addition to his roles as a PE Teacher, Head Strength & Speed Coach, and Track Coach for the school. Check out this new episode of the podcast to hear how Coach Elsbury is adapting to his role at Regina, a deep dive into his background as an athlete and lead…

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Stats Reunion: What have we learned so far? 56:00

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It’s our first stats reunion! In this special review episode, we revisit favorite concepts from past episodes—p-values, multiple testing, regression adjustment—and give them fresh personalities as characters. Meet the seductive false positive, the clingy post hoc ex, and Charlotte, the well-meaning but overfitting idealist. Statistical topics Bar c…

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Tackling America’s financial landscape with Michael Corkery 28:10

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Journalists chronicle the world in the so-called “first draft” of history. Michael Corkery is helping lead one of America’s great newspapers as it tells the story of President Trump’s second administration with a particular focus on its impact on the world of business and finance. Corkery is the finance editor at The New York Times, where he overse…

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Oil and Gas, Wind Turbines, and Buildings: Adam Fehler 38:34

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Send us a text A career in engineering can be difficult to explain or define because engineers can end up doing so many different things during their career. At the time of graduation, it is really hard to predict what your career path might look like. In this episode sit down with Adam Fehler to learn about his experience as an Industrial Systems …

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The Manager’s Mindset: Practical Tips from Karen Goldman 42:39

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In this episode, Angela is joined by Karen Goldman, Managing Director of the Established Business Program and Services at the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC). Karen shares her expert insights on what it takes to be an exceptional manager—starting with the hiring process. She emphasizes how thoughtful delegation, especially providing cont…

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Harnessing the power of altruism with Nicole Karlis 28:26

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It’s not unusual for friends, family members, and even good bosses to tell us, “practice some self-care.” But Nicole Karlis says that there are physical and emotional benefits to practicing care for others, too. Karlis is an award-winning journalist and author covering health and science. Currently, she’s a regular contributor at Salon where she’s …

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HPV Vaccine: How close are we to wiping out cervical cancer? 1:15:57

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Could a preteen vaccine wipe out a global cancer? In this episode, we examine the bold claim that cervical cancer could be eradicated in much of the world by the end of the century—thanks to the highly effective HPV vaccine. We unpack statistical modeling, microsimulations, and how Markov chains make good date-night conversation. We also explore wh…

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Analyzing the shift of United States foreign policy with Frank Lowenstein 28:43

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It’s been said that the great challenge of diplomacy is to do and say the nastiest things in the nicest ways. Frank Lowenstein uses his experienced eye to consider if this challenge rings true for the United States under the second Trump administration. Lowenstein is an international policy expert with a concentration in policy development, strateg…

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Ep 70 | Tom DePrenger | VP of Principal Gifts at the University of Iowa 48:59

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We’re joined this week by the University of Iowa’s VP of Principal Gifts, Tom DePrenger! Tom has worked for the U of I for nearly 30 years and is an expert in helping donors align their passions with the Hawkeyes' greatest needs. Join Gary and Tom on this new episode of the pod as they discuss the U of I’s wide variety of publicly supported initiat…

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Geoscience 101: Jason Cosford 47:20

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Send us a text Many industries need both engineers and geoscientists to make their operations successful. In Canada, most of the provincial and territorial regulators that oversee the engineering profession also oversee the geoscience profession. In this episode we take a break from engineering and sit down with Jason Cosford to learn about geoscie…

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Dr. Jessica Kriegel discusses selling your employees on your vision 28:40

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Culture Partners' Chief Strategy Officer Dr. Jessica Kriegel joins Angela to discuss the benefits of a pet, the importance of having employees buy into your vision, and how to be a better public speaker, and the song you probably haven't heard that gets her motivated for the day. Listen to their great chat about all this and much more, and visit Cu…

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A Fresh Look at Sport and the Places we Call Home with Hanif Abdurraqib 27:49

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It’s probably cliché to say that sport imitates life, but Hanif Abdurraqib traces the intimate details of basketball legends and faded school-yard stars in an unforgettable book about sport, life, and the places we call home. Abdurraqib is a poet, essayist, and author of the new book, "There's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension,” is the …