We share the stories of McMaster University staff and alumni's experiences as students. These stories are typically untold. They are those of loss, grief, transitions, relationship difficulties, mental health problems, and much more. We hope that by listening to them, many will realize that they are not alone and that they can find their way through difficult times and experiences.
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Born out of the Bronx Zoo, bleacher creatures Harry Raymond & Mike McMaster discuss everything happening around New York Yankees baseball.
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Special Episode Part 2: David Clark on Building the Sanctuary Campus
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Bounce at McMaster is proud to share a special episode, from the University of Victoria's "Waving, Not Drowning" podcast. Rebecca Gagan, the lead of UVic's Bounce project and McMaster alumna, talks with McMaster's own Dr. David Clark about her journey. For more information about UVic Bounce or to leave a comment or question about Waving, Not Drowni…
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Special Episode Part 1: Rebecca Gagan and David Clark on Finding a Path in the Shadow of Shame
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Bounce at McMaster is proud to share a special episode, from the University of Victoria's "Waving, Not Drowning" podcast. Rebecca Gagan, the lead of UVic's Bounce project and McMaster alumna, talks with McMaster's own Dr. David Clark about her journey. For more information about UVic Bounce or to leave a comment or question about Waving, Not Drowni…
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Dr. Natasja Menezes on Carrying On After Receiving Negative Feedback
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Dr. Natasja Menezes would have wished to have more psychological awareness when she was younger. She wishes that she had the ability to press pause instead of pushing through school until there was a breakdown (which happened frequently). She wishes that she had the ability to reflect and realize that sometimes, difficult conversations involving yo…
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Dr. Tracy Prowse on Knowing When Self Help Isn't Enough
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Dr. Tracy Prowse was finishing up her PhD in biological anthropology at McMaster when she realized that she constantly felt unsure of herself, was worried that she didn’t belong in graduate school, and found it difficult to describe to her friends what was wrong. At the time, it was difficult to understand what was happening. She knew that graduate…
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Dr. Jennifer Heisz on Overcoming the Shame She Associated with Her Mental Illness
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Many would describe Dr. Jennifer Heisz as a kind and considerate person. She also believes this to be true, but there was a time when she was seriously concerned about who she was. It all started during graduate school, when strange and distressing thoughts began showing up in her mind. The thoughts made her afraid she might hurt others and she beg…
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Mathura Mahendren on Changing Relationships and Your Body's Response
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Mathura Mahendren was the first in her immediate family to have attended university. She found that the transition to university was difficult, but not necessarily due to the schoolwork. How do you find your people amongst so many people? How much freedom do I really want? Do I really want to pull all-nighters? How do you manage your identity when …
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Dr. Deborah Sloboda on Being Seen as a Whole Person Who Has a Life Outside of the Lab
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Dr. Deborah Sloboda is currently a well-known researcher in fetal and maternal physiology. If you don’t find the advice, “don’t be a superwoman” helpful, Dr. Sloboda would agree with you. Dr. Sloboda defended her PhD thesis (while heavily pregnant) at the University of Toronto, and moved to Australia for a Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF). Having her …
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Dr. Mat Savelli on Slowing Down and Reflecting on What You're Doing and Why
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Dr. Mat Savelli loved school, and this didn’t change when he was doing his bachelor’s degree at McMaster University. What did change was his relationship with his parents, siblings, and girlfriend. In response, he continued to focus on school until he realized in third year that that too would be ending soon, leaving him uncertain of many things in…
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In this powerful spoken word piece, Zeinab Khawaja shares an intimate recounting of some of the events she discusses in her podcast. She shares the journey that she endured as she entered her arranged marriage and found the courage to leave that marriage. Please note, this spoken word piece contains content about sexual assault. For more informatio…
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Zeinab Khawaja on Finding the Courage to Reach Out for Support
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Follow Zeinab as she describes how she puts different parts of her identity together during her time as an undergraduate student at McMaster. Zeinab had a great time at Welcome Week and would make some close friends in her first year. Eventually in first year, she would open up to a few people about what had happened a few days before Welcome Week …
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Welcome to Bounce! In this short episode, you'll get to know Dr. Catharine Munn, the Bounce project leader. She'll walk you through her inspiration for Bounce, how she hopes Bounce will help the McMaster University community, and even stories of the furry friend that helped her through the pandemic. For more information, please check out our websit…
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ALCS Edition: Yankees Look to Bounce Back against Astros
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During a game 4 rainout, Mike and Harry discuss the first three games of the American League Championship Series. The Yankees are down 2-1 in the best of 7 series. In this playoff edition, the animals discuss... The missed opportunities in Game 3 Previewing the pitching matchups for the rest of the series The emergence of Gleyber Torres as a supers…
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Severino, Betances and Stanton return from injury. Will they bring the Yankees a World Series?
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With the Yankees battling for home-field advantage, Harry and Mike talk about the home stretch before the postseason. Topics include: - Who is the most important piece coming back from injury? - Aaron Hicks is done for the year. Harry and Mike discuss the 7-year contract after an injury-riddled season. - D.J. LeMahieu fights for a batting title. - …
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MLB Trade Deadline Review: Yankees Stand Pat
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The MLB Trade Deadline has come and gone and Brian Cashman and the New York Yankees did not make a major move. On this episode of the podcast, Harry and Mike review the big deals at the deadline and discuss how the Yankees inaction impacts the balance of power in the American League the rest of the way this season. Spoiler Alert: Mike is despondent…
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Are the Minnesota Twins pennant contenders? - Guest "Minnesota Andy"
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Harry and Mike are joined by guest "Minnesota Andy" Kahl to discuss one of the biggest surprises in baseball: the Minnesota Twins. As they watch the game of the year (AARON HICKS!), they ask are the Twins legit pennant contenders? Topics tonight: What has gotten in to the Twins this year? How good is this young core? Harry and I don't think manager…
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LIVE from Cooperstown! - Mariano Rivera & Mike Mussina's Hall of Fame Induction
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Harry and Mike record live from the infield in Cooperstown, New York ahead of Mariano Rivera and Mike Mussina's inductions into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
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New York Yankees Second Half Preview Show
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With the first half of 2019 in the books, Harry and Mike look forward and talk about the home stretch to the post season. Topics include: - Trade Deadline Preview - What to do with Clint Frazier? - Is the Yankees training staff a problem moving forward? - How does the rest of the AL East stack up for the remainder of 2019?…
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Harry and Mike recap the first half of the New York Yankees season and give grades for the infield, outfield, starting pitching and relief pitching. We also discuss: - Harry calling home runs rainbows - Edwin Encarnacion trade - The end of the greatest streak in sports
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Do The Yankees Need Dallas Keuchel?
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Harry and Mike discuss the first-place New York Yankees, and their prospects for the rest of the 2019 season. - Should the Yankees sign Dallas Keuchel? - How much better can the Yankees get when they get players back from injury? - How big of a problem is Clint Frazier, actually? - If Harry can lie to David Cone, can you really trust him? - The Yan…
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Let's Talk About the Yankees Most Unlikely Hero: Ace Domingo Germán.
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The ailing Yankees are finally getting healthy, with Miguel Andujar and Clint Frazier returning to the Yankees lineup. Mike and Harry break down the keys to the Yankees' continued success as they face a tough stretch of contending teams. On tonight's episode: - Domingo German is dealing and no one is talking about it. Will we see the Dominican Dand…
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A Team Has No Name: Yankees Backups Go Streaking
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The theme of the Yankees season continues to be injuries, with Aaron Judge and Clint Frazier adding their names to the IL. Down but not out, the Bronx Bombers have been hot of late, winning 11 of their last 13 games with essentially a replacement roster. The guys discuss the keys to the Yankees' surprising success. Also on tonight's episode: - Pani…
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The Injuries Pile Up - Can the Yanks Recover?
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Harry and Mike discuss the comically long list of injured Yankees - from Gary Sanchez to another Dellin Betances set back. On the podcast: Can the Yankees sustain their early season injuries? Is this the end of Greg Bird as we know it? Scouting the first base trade market. Should we be worried about Chad Green? And was Harry right about Mike Tauchm…
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The Yankees Struggle Early - Does it Matter?
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Harry and Mike give their way-too-early reactions to the 2019 season and the New York Yankees first week of regular season play. On the podcast: Can the Yankees sustain their early season injuries? Is this is the real Greg Bird? How good can Adam Ottavino be? Should we be worried about Aroldis Chapman? Can the Yankee infield muddle through? A heart…
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Opening Day Eve Extravaganza: 10 Bold Predictions for 2019
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The long wait is finally over! New York Yankees baseball is back and Mike and Harry are off to Stan's and Opening Day! On the eve of the best day of spring, Harry and Mike give their bold predictions for the upcoming Yankees season. Special guest appearance from T-Fed the heckler.
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The NY Yankees are hurt, but are the NY Mets any good?
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It's the crossover episode! Harry and Mike welcome Mets fan Chris to the Sports Animals to talk about the NL East. On this episode: Can the Yankees sustain the injuries they've suffered in spring training? Yankees are Gio targeting - what Gio Gonzalez means to the New York Yankees NY Mets Chris with a delusional preview of the NL East…
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Betting MLB Over / Under Win Totals, And Yankees' Spring Training Injuries
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Opening day is only two weeks away! This week, Harry and Mike review Vegas win totals for the 2019 season. And the guys give their reactions to the Yankees' spring training including key injuries. On the show this week: Will Clint Frazier or Greg Bird make the squad out of Spring Training? Should the Yankees try bullpenning this year? Can the Yanke…
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NY Yankees 2019 Relief Pitching Preview, Plus Winners and Losers of the 2019 MLB Offseason
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On this episode of the podcast, Harry and Mike clean up free agency and discuss the impact of Bryce Harper signing with the Phillies. We pick offseason winners and losers, and give our thoughts on the state of MLB free agency. In the second half of the show, we preview the 2019 New York Yankees bullpen. In this show: - The Bryce Harper fallout - Ha…
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NY Yankees 2019 Starting Pitching Preview - Plus Thoughts on Machado, Severino and Hicks
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This week, Harry and Mike do a full preview of the New York Yankees starting rotation for 2019. Plus, the guys give their reactions to the Yankees extending Luis Severino and Aaron Hicks. And Manny Machado signs in San Diego. On the show this week: What can we expect from Tanaka Tuesdays this year? Are the Yankees using CC Sabathia the wrong way? J…
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New York Yankees 2019 Outfield Preview: Harry and Mike give their thoughts on the Yankees outfield and detail the storylines heading in to spring training. In this episode: - Will we ever see Jacoby Ellsbury again? - Who will play left field for the Yankees? How about Bryce Harper? - What can we expect from Giancarlo Stanton this year? - What does …
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Baseball's Proposed Rule Changes, And will Harper & Machado ever sign?
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Leave the show a voicemail and we'll play it on the air: (201) 614-5664. This week, Harry and Mike discuss the latest rumors about superstar free-agents Bryce Harper and Manny Machado. Plus, a full breakdown of MLB's proposed rule changes including adding the DH to the NL, lowering the mound and a 3-batter minimum for relief pitchers. Also, in this…
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Yankees 2019 Infield Preview, Plus Hall of Fame Thoughts
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Harry and Mike preview the Yankees 2019 infield and highlight positional battles and what to watch for this season. They also continue the discussion on the 2019 Hall of Fame class, and what Mariano Rivera's unanimous selection means for the future of the Hall of Fame. In this episode: - Do the "steroid guys" ever get into the Hall? - What does a u…
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Legend Mariano Rivera earns first unanimous election to Hall of Fame
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New York Yankees greats' Mike Mussina and Mariano Rivera march into Cooperstown. In this busy episode: - Harry and Mike break down the HOF ballot - Reminisce about their favorite Mussina and Mo moments - Analyze the Yankees $27 million signing of reliever Adam Ottavino - Grade the Sonny Gray trade Leave the show a voicemail: (201) 614-5664.…
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Yankees Sign DJ LeMahieu, Who Isn't Manny Machado. Now what?
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A surprise move in Yankee Land! The New York Yankees sign DJ LeMahieu to a 2-year, 24 million dollar deal. Does this mean the end of their pursuit of Manny Machado? In this episode: - Breaking down the DJ LeMahieu deal. - Sorting out the Yankees crowded Infield. - Are the Yankees cheap? Have they improved this offseason? - Plus, the show gets a new…
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Farewell David Robertson. And Mike's Hot Take House is Open for Business.
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The hot take house is open 24/7. Chief proprietor Mike McMaster is heated that the Yankees let Robertson leave and haven't signed Harper or Machado. Harry brings reason & facts to the conversation. In this episode: - Will the Yankees regret letting Robertson walk? - The unique contract structure for Zach Britton - Yankees sign Troy Tulowitzki - Gra…
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David Roberston or Zach Britton? Plus, Harry loses a bet.
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In our last episode of 2018, Mike and Harry discuss Yankees baseball including: - Andrew Miller signs elsewhere. Did the Yankees miss out? - A breakdown of the free agent reliever market. - Is tanking a problem in baseball? - Can we fix the collective bargaining agreement? - Mariano Rivera and Hall of Fame Voting. - Harry loses a bet and is forced …
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Animals Harry Raymond & Mike McMaster review the moves of the baseball winter meetings. In this week's episode:- J.A. Happ signs for $34 million. Instant Analysis. - How much should the Yankees offer Manny Machado? - Are the owners colluding? - How will the Yankees replace Didi Gregorius? - Mike & Harry face off in their Fantasy Football championsh…
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Yankees Miss Out on Patrick Corbin & Robinson Cano Returns to NY
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The hot stove is heating up a week before the winter meetings. Animals Harry Raymond & Mike McMaster discuss this week's trades and free agent signings. In this episode:- Patrick Corbin signs with the Nationals for $140 million.- Will the Yankees regret not signing Corbin? - Where do they turn for starting pitching now? - Analyzing the Robinson Can…
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James Paxton Trade & Scouting Free Agent Pitchers
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This week, Harry Raymond & Mike McMaster discuss the Yankees first offseason move. It's a big one.In this episode:- Breaking down the James Paxton blockbuster trade- Is Paxton the "ace" caliber pitcher the Yankees need? - Will the Yankees regret trading top prospect Justus Sheffield? - A sad farewell to fan favorite Ronald Torreyes- Should the Yank…
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Two long-time Bronx bleacher creatures rekindle their college radio show to talk New York Yankees baseball. In our first episode in 8 years, the animals discuss:- Who should the Yankees target this offseason? - Biggest surprise from 2018 season- Did Red Sox Dave Dombrowski out-ninja Brian Cashman? - Should the Yankees sign Machado, Harper or neithe…
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