Best Jared Durden Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 50: Dr. Joan Barrett-"A Student Affairs Vice-Chancellor to Remember" 46:06

2M ago46:06

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back, folks! Brace yourselves for an electrifying milestone as we celebrate our 50th episode of "Oh That's Cool"! Today, we embark on a bittersweet journey as we bid farewell to Dr. Joan Barrett, the esteemed Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs at our beloved community college. Join us as we delve into the vibrant tap…

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Episode 49: David Ball- " A Brief History of Writing." 1:13:17

3M ago1:13:17

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back, listeners! Get ready for an enlightening journey in this episode as we sit down with Carol Jones Writing Center Director, Dr. David Ball. Join us as David shares the epic narrative of his life, tracing his roots from a humble small town in Arkansas to the corridors of OTC. Together, we delve into the fascinatin…

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Episode 48: Alysia Swearengin-" Adjunct's need community too." 56:23

4M ago56:23

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Send us a Text Message. We are back! In this exciting episode we introduce adjunct Mathematics Instructor, Alysia Swearengin. Alysia shares her story as a former OTC student who is currently working on her master's at MSU. We learn about her passion for teaching and the lessons she learned right here at OTC. Check out another thrilling episode as w…

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Episode 47: Dani Brink and Sydney Park-" How to start your own podcast" 1:00:37

5M ago1:00:37

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back, listeners! Get ready for an electrifying episode as we dive into the world of healthcare education. Join us as we introduce two remarkable individuals from the Associate of Science in Nursing program within the Health Sciences department: Lead Instructor Dani Brink and Lab Coordinator Sydney Park. Together, we …

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Episode 46: Erin Dooley-"The Dooley Podcast Take Over" 54:00

5M ago54:00

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back, folks! Hold onto your seats because in this thrilling episode, we're shaking things up a bit. Our very own Education Development Coordinator, Erin Dooley, steps into the spotlight as our new host. Erin takes the reins and dives deep into the world of podcasting, interviewing none other than the renowned podcast…

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Episode 45: Micha White-"How do we coordinate student engagment and welcome new hires?" 52:43

6M ago52:43

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Send us a Text Message. We are back! In this exciting episode we introduce a new member of the OTC community, Student Engagment Coordinator, Micha White. We get to know more about Micha and the journey she took to OTC. We learn about her hamster related shenannigans as a housing director for Drury university and discuss how the student engagement o…

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Episode 44: Kat Westmoreland-" A day in the life of a Health Science Navigator" 53:24

9M ago53:24

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Send us a Text Message. We are back! In this exciting episode we continue our series on Navigators and Student Success as we meet Navigator for Heatlh Sciences, Kat Westmoreland. We get to know more about Kat and the journey she took here to OTC. We learn about her DIY hobbies and the Hiking Contest in her department. This is the third episode in o…

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Picnic Episode #3: Fall 23 Picnic!!!! 54:26

10M ago54:26

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Send us a Text Message. Its Picnic time!By Jared Durden

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Episode 43: Bob Jahnke-" A day in the life of a Navigator" 48:22

10M ago48:22

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Send us a Text Message. We are back! In this back to school episode we meet Navigator for Arts, Science, and Bussiness, Bob Jahnke. We get to know more about Bob and the journey he took here to OTC. Finally we answer the question, "What about Bob?". This is the second episode in our Student Success series where we seek to better understand the role…

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Episode 42: Ginger Luke-"What is Student Success?" 51:57

11M ago51:57

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Send us a Text Message. We are back! In this back to school episode we meet Director of Student Success, Ginger Luke. We spill the Tea and learn about the creation, implementation, and direction of Student Success at OTC. This is the first in our Student Success series where we seek to better understand the role of Navigators at the college. Make s…

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Episode 41: Kari Hanks-"What is RootEd?" 51:02

1y ago51:02

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Send us a Text Message. We are back! In this special summer episode we meet RootEd regional director, Kari Hanks. Spoiler alert, Andrew knows her from childhood. Kari informs us on her role in and the amazing work RootEd is doing in the state of Missouri. Join us as she takes us on a journey from pouring petri dishes to changing the lives of young …

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Episode 40: Dr. Jessica Gerard-"A brief history of travel" 59:48

1y ago59:48

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Send us a Text Message. We are back! In this episode we meet now Retired History Instructor, Dr. Jessica Gerard. Dr. Gerard discusses her time here at OTC and reflects on what she learned from teaching in America. She recounts her tenure including her leadership in the student trips to China. Check out another thrilling episode as we engage in "A b…

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Episode 39: John Fishback-"Why do we give grades?" 1:13:31

1y ago1:13:31

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Send us a Text Message. We are back! In this episode we meet Bio clinical Science instructor, John Fishback. John discusses the concept of specification grading. He explains that specification grading is a type of assessment where students are graded based on whether or not they meet specific criteria or specifications. Fishback notes that this typ…

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Episode 38: Joseph McTaggart-"Emotional Labor and Intelligence in the classroom." 56:43

1+ y ago56:43

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to this episode of Oh That's Cool! Today, we are excited to feature Joseph McTaggart, a Lead Paramedicine Instructor who is deeply committed to preparing his students for the realities and demands of the field. With a wealth of experience and expertise in paramedicine, Joseph offers invaluable insights into this cruc…

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Episode 37: Kristy Conner-"TEST ANXIETY!!!" 1:07:40

1+ y ago1:07:40

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to this episode of Oh That's Cool! In this installment, we have the pleasure of speaking with Kristy Conner, an esteemed Practical Nursing Instructor who is dedicated to inspiring and empowering her students. Kristy shares her wealth of knowledge on the nursing profession, drawing inspiration from the legendary Flore…

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Episode 36: Abby Rea Hicks-"A girl like me" 45:51

1+ y ago45:51

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Send us a Text Message. Get ready for an exciting episode as we sit down with Abby Rea Hicks, a Grants and Strategic Planning Analyst with a fascinating story to share! Abby takes us on a journey from Dallas, Texas to Springfield, Missouri, where she compares the two cities and shares her unique perspective. Plus, you won't want to miss hearing abo…

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Episode 35: Greg French-"A Brief History of Sports" 1:02:43

1+ y ago1:02:43

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet department of Social Sciences chair, Greg French. Greg talks sports with us as we recorded this the Friday before the Chiefs won the super bowl! Let us know who you thinks predictions were the closest. Greg also shares the origins of some famous team names and gives a masterclass in history. Join us f…

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Episode 34: Phillip Duncan-"Motorcycles and Masons." 50:25

1+ y ago50:25

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet custodian, Phillip Duncan. Phillip shares his 23 years of experience as a member of the college. Phillip is also a long time Free Mason and Scottish Rite. Andrew and I learn a little about the history of these organizations but none of their secrets. Join us for another fantastic episode as we get int…

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Episode 33: Phil Forrester-"Sheets of sound." 1:13:44

1+ y ago1:13:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet Lead Music Instructor Phil Forrester. Phil shares his passion for music and introucing students to new music or at least music that is new to them. He discusses the Jazz Band he has created at OTC through an innovation celebration grant and shares some of his favorite artists and songs. Join us for a …

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Episode 32: Brian Millner at MCCA-"Buiding Communities Through Podcasting" 44:24

1+ y ago44:24

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Send us a Text Message. In this very special eisode we meet president of MCCA, Brian Millner. Andrew and Jared made a trip to the Union Station Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri to attend the 2022 Missouri Community College Association meeting. This episode was recorded live at our conference session. If you ever wanted to know why we do what we do our …

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Episode 31: Preston Schaeffer and Jane Cowden-"Compassion is the radacalism of our time." 1:19:23

1+ y ago1:19:23

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet English Instructor, Jane Cowden. Jane is also a faculty advisor for the student engagement council and decided to sublet her time on the podcast to a student and co-founder of the SEC, Preston Schaeffer. Preston shares his story as a member of Gen Z, a user of Tik Tok, and a participant in two differe…

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Episode 30: Jordan Schreiber-"We are not going to be the people that gave up on them." 57:00

1+ y ago57:00

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet the college director of admissions, the one and only Jordan Schreiber. Jordan shares her passion for the work she does helping students get started at the college including those that deserve a second chance after being incarcerated. She discusses her work with the second chance pell grant and the inn…

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Episode 29: Sarah Bargo-"Why do we celebrate innovation?" 50:53

1+ y ago50:53

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet Director of Communications and Marketing, the one and only Sarah Bargo. Sarah shares her passion for the work she does at and outside the college as we continue to discuss and get excited for the upcoming innovation celebration. We learn how the younger generations use the "internets" and we discuss t…

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Episode 28: Calie Holden-"How do I win 10,000 Dollars?" 1:05:53

2y ago1:05:53

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet Director of Strategic Planning and Grants, the one and only Calie Holden. We learn about Calie's passion for grant writting and promoting innovation at the college . We also uncover a hidden talent for standup comedy that we hope to encourage in the future. Join us as we answer the question, "How do I…

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Episode 27: Jennifer Dunkel-" What are your Students' Learning Experiences?" 1:24:37

2y ago1:24:37

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet English Instructor Jennifer Dunkel. Jennifer shares her wealth of experience in and passion for teaching, students, and collaborative learning. She also discusses her new roll on the Student Learning Experience Task Force. In a podcast first, Jennifer asks us a question rather than answer our gumby qu…

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Picnic Episode #2: Fall 22 Picnic!! 46:07

2y ago46:07

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Send us a Text Message. In this very special episode, we record live at the 2022 Springfield campus Fall Picnic! This amamzing episode is packed with special guests including the campus retirees that attend each picnic and a handful of students who share their view of the college. Join us in the fun as we talk to several of our fellow OTC community…

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Episode 26: Vicki MacDonald - "How do I start up a student group?" 52:18

2y ago52:18

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet director of student engagement, Vicki MacDonald. We learn about Vicki's new position at the college and all of the fun and engaging things she has been doing with students. You can also find out how to start your own student group and how to keep it going. We also introduce our second new challenge of…

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Episode 25: Cara Griffin--"No taxation without representation, and no hissing cockroaches without an option to sing."" 1:07:33

2y ago1:07:33

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meetPolitical Science Instructor, Cara Griffin. We learn about Cara's love of horses and passion for local government. We learn about how our local government operates and how are taxes are used within our city and state. Cara comes prepared and challenges Andrew and I to a guanlet of tests and questions. …

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Episode 24: Patrick Casey-"From the cosmos to coins" 1:02:04

2y ago1:02:04

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet Chemistry Instructor, Patrick Casey We learn about Patrick's love of chemistry and passion for teaching. Patrick and Jared answer's all of Andrew's questions about the universe as we discuss the James Webb telescope and the history of the atomic model. Then Patrick shares his love of coin collecting a…

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Episode 23: Ocki Haas-"Minimilast in the home and Maximalist in the heart" 56:30

2y ago56:30

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Send us a Text Message. We are back with our second summer episode of Oh That's Cool! In this episode we meet Human Resources Director, Ocki Haas. Ocki shares her experience coming to the U.S. and discusses her children's inflluence on minimalism in the modern world. Not to shock anyone, but Andrew also talks a little politics. Join us for another …

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Episode 22: Kaitlyn Schumacher-"Why is local news so important to our community?" 1:00:34

2y ago1:00:34

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Send us a Text Message. Summer is here and so is the first summer episode of Oh That's Cool! In this episode we meet electronic media production adjunct instructor and local journalist for KY3 news, Kaitlyn Schumacher. Kaitlyn shares her experience as an on air reporter and investigative journalist in the local community. She also talk about teachi…

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Episode 21: Jonathan Staats, Blayne Radford, Danielle Wise, Rob Mclaughlin, Kaylyn Martin, Robert Randolph, Piper Wilson-"The one where we run a tough mudder." 52:57

2y ago52:57

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Send us a Text Message. In another first for Oh That's cool podcast, we sit down with Team Eagle! Andrew and I were joined by the assitant college director of project management Jonathan Staats, the college director of project management Blanye Radford, former director of development for the OTC foundation Danielle Wise, net work engineer Rob Mclau…

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Episode 20: Whitney Grieshaber-"How do we prepare health science students for a pandemic during a pandemic"" 1:10:57

2y ago1:10:57

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet the director of the center of excellence for medical simulation, Whitney Grieshaber. Whitney shares her experience navigating the challenges of preparing health science students during a pandemic. Andrew and I sign up to volunteer during a crisis simulation and the three of us decide if our significan…

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The Spring Picnic Spectacular!! 1:00:53

2y ago1:00:53

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Send us a Text Message. In this very special episode, we record live at the 2022 Springfield campus Spring Picnic! This amamzing episode is packed with special guests and a riveting interview with the one and only Ozzy the eagle. FInd out who he would choose in a battle to the death, Gumby vs. Mr. Ed. Join us in the fun as we talk to several of our…

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Episode 19: Dr. Michelle Hudgens- "Why do our students need to learn Media Literacy?" 59:21

2+ y ago59:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we travel to the Richwood Valley campus to meet English Instructor Dr. Michelle Hudgens. Michelle shares her interest in and passion for teaching students about media literacy. She also informs us about the history of the name Richwood Valley and Jared almost loses his physics card. Join us for another fantas…

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Episode 18: Dr. Trisha White-"Why should we attend an MCCA meeting?" 52:47

2+ y ago52:47

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we travel to the Richwood Valley campus to meet Mathematics Instructor Dr. Trisha White. Trisha shares her interest in and passion for teaching Mathematics and attending the annual Missouri Community College Association meeting. Join us for another fantastic episode as we ask the question, "Why should we atte…

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Episode 17: Devon Ellis-"How did the Pope save a man in Branson?" 1:04:52

2+ y ago1:04:52

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet the administrative assistant to the president of Table Rock campus, Devon Ellis. Devon enthralls Andrew and I with the origin story of Table Rock campus, a rockus tale about crime in the 70's that leads to a Branson man being saved by the Pope, and confessions of her adrenaline fueled passion for skii…

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Episode 16: Dr. Robert Griffith-"A brief history of Table Rock Campus" 1:02:21

2+ y ago1:02:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet the president of the Table Rock campus, Dr. Robert Griffith. Dr. Griffith shares his journey from growing up in europe to studying poetry in Arkansas to capturing snakes in vending machines in Branson, Missouri. All the while Andrew and I develop a new bussiness idea involving zoom and waterparks. Joi…

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Episode 15: Jacque Harris-"One of a million little things" 1:10:47

2+ y ago1:10:47

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet Instructional Designer Jacque Harris. Jacque shares her interest in and passion for the early childhood center, zombie apocalypses, and the amazing instructors she works with every day. . Join us for another fantastic episode as we ask, "What are a few of the amazing things our instructors do to help …

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Episode 14: Dick Wells-" Advanced Dungeons and or Dragons" 1:10:19

2+ y ago1:10:19

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet Biological Clinical Sciences instructor Dick Wells. Dick shares his interest in and passion for microbiology, hotrods, and Dungeons and Dragons. All the while Andrew and I confess our like for each other. Join us for another fantastic episode as we ask, "What is Dungeons and Dragons and why should I b…

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Episode 13: Pat Petersen-"How can we be environmental advocates in our own yards?" 1:07:11

2+ y ago1:07:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet adjunct composition instructor Pat Petersen. Pat shares her research interests and passion for gardening, pollinators, and the environment. She also gives what might be the most scholarly answer to our most ridiculous question. Join us for another fantastic episode as we ask, "How can we be environmen…

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Episode 12: Jeff Jones-" The one where we give thanks." 1:10:57

2+ y ago1:10:57

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Send us a Text Message. This week we meet the director of Disability Support Services, Jeff Jones. Jeff shares his favorite part time jobs as a young man and what he is most thankful for. Join us for a special holiday episode that reminds us all to be a little kinder as we try to carry those warm holiday feelings through the new year.…

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Episdode 11: Kelly Miller-" The Anti-Social Behavior Network" 1:03:36

2+ y ago1:03:36

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet psychology instructor Kelly Miller. We ask Kelly what a psychopath is and immediately find out we are using outdated language. We learn about anti-social behavior and Andrew diagnosis his family. We also have an idea to get muddy with the Oh That's Cool Podcast in person. Join us for another fantastic…

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Episode 10: Dr. Hal Higdon- "A brief history of leadership" 1:06:00

2+ y ago1:06:00

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet OTC's chancellor, Dr. Hal Higdon. We learn about Dr. Higdon's enthusiasm for reading, navigation of a challenging political landscape, and knowledge of the English monarchy. More importantly we find out he listen's to the podcast and was ready for the Gumby vs Mr. Ed question. Join us as we get to kno…

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Episode 9: Jonathan Herbert-" What role do theatre and footbags play in general education?" 1:11:37

2+ y ago1:11:37

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet theatre and drama Instructor Jonathan Herbert. We learn about Jonathan's championship footbag skills and mild disdain for popular musicals. More importantly we get one step closer to dressing Andrew up as a giant bill. Join us as we answer the question, "What role do theatre and footbags play in gener…

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Episode 8: Michelle Ciesielski- " What could we learn from the veteran experience?" 1:01:11

3y ago1:01:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet the program director of Upward Bound, the one and only Michelle Ciesielski. We learn about Michelle's extreme hobbies and the meaning of the acronym RAGBRAI. More importantly, we honor our veterans on campus and nation wide by learning more about them. Join us as we answer the question, "What can we l…

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Episode 7: Jeffery Johnson- "A podcast on podcasting podcasts" 1:07:52

3y ago1:07:52

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we meet Electronic Media Production Instructor Jeffrey Johnson. We learn about Jeff's podcast, The Rock Farm, and some great advice for those who would like to start their own podcast.By Jared Durden

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Episode 6: Greyson Foresee-"Non-Fungible Tokens" 1:05:30

3y ago1:05:30

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Send us a Text Message. In this very special episode of Oh That's cool, O.T.C's very first and foremost podcast, we meet Greyson Foresee a support analyst II in the IT department. We learn about Greyson's work at O.T.C. and in the larger Springfield community, his passion for collaboration and ideation, and the secret basement in the Kraft factory.…

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Episode 5: Craig Granger-"Moo money moo problems" 41:15

3y ago41:15

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Send us a Text Message. We meet Craig Granger who teaches in the Biological Clinical Sciences department at the Richwood Valley Center. Craig introduces us to "Rinderpest" and explains why we don't know about this deadly cattle virus and what lessons can be learned from it. It is a fun and informative welcome back to the Fall semester.…

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Episode 4: Matthew Simpson- "What if Community College was free?" 1:02:22

3y ago1:02:22

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Send us a Text Message. We meet Matthew Simpson and learn about his role as Chief Research and Planning Officer at Ozarks Technical Community College. We learn about the current state of our region as it continues to battle covid-19, what it is like to be a city council representative during a pandemic, and discuss the possibility of and what free …

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