Best Climate Instability Podcasts (2024)

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Politics, Violence & International Instability: The Domino Effects of Climate Change 13:51

2h ago13:51

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Climate change affects everything from economics and environment to global policy, migration and crime levels. Recent reports on excessive heat waves and powerful hurricanes may make it seem irreversible, but nothing’s set in stone. Our experts discuss what the future will look like on a global scale if we continue this path. Learn More: https://vi…

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Culture Crash: The Summer Box Office Is Finally Heating Up 3:24

1h ago3:24

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We cover some of our favorite summer blockbusters now playing in theatres. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-the-summer-box-office-is-finally-heating-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AURN

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Viewpoints Explained: Why Die-Hard Book Readers Can’t Let Go Of Their Kindle 2:31

1h ago2:31

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The first generation of Amazon’s Kindle was released in 2007. Since then, there’s been many iterations of the popular e-reader and sales have ebbed and flowed. But, in recent years, it’s gained a strong cult following online. What’s the real appeal here? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-die-hard-book-readers-cant-let…

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From Marginalization to Empowerment: EDF's Commitment to Education and Problem Solving 39:37

1h ago39:37

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of ABS, we sit down with Abiola Adebiyi, the Founder of Elevate Development Foundation (EDF). EDF is a youth-led NGO focused on educating, enlightening, and empowering vulnerable Nigerians in underserved communities. Abiola, a forensic accountant with a master's degree in sustainable development from the Univ…

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Part 2: Why Is Saudi Arabia All-In On Sports? 9:57

2h ago9:57

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In part-two of this story, we cover the real reasons behind Saudi Arabia’s dramatic entry into several sports. In a span of just a few years, the country has formed new leagues, acquired prominent players and solidified big partnerships to host major international sporting events. While Saudi leaders have said this dramatic move will help drive a m…

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Lisa Kolovich: Gender Equality to address Shifting Demographics 16:43

2d ago16:43

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Aging populations in many advanced and emerging market economies mean shrinking workforces, weighing on growth. However, the opposite is true in low-income countries where populations are growing, and the expanding workforce may lack the skills for the job market. How can these two scenarios offset each other? Lisa Kolovich says women hold the key.…

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Culture Crash: The Hyperpop Vibe of Charli XCX 3:18

3d ago3:18

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We cover the summer vibes created by singer-songwriter Charli XCX in her latest album, “Brat”. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-should-we-be-trusting-exceedingly-positive-online-reviews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AURN

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Viewpoints Explained: Should We Be Trusting Exceedingly Positive Online Reviews? 2:58

3d ago2:58

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Online reviews are listed by most retailers and have become a category that most online shoppers rely on before hitting the buy button. But with thousands of reviews and extremely high ratings on a product, are all these anecdotes truly real? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-should-we-be-trusting-exceedingly-positive-onl…

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Part 1: Why Is Saudi Arabia All-In on Sports? 10:02

6d ago10:02

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In a span of just a few years, the gulf, oil-rich country of Saudi Arabia has made a dramatic leap into the world of international sports. The country formed a new golf league, LIV Golf, which is now a solid competitor to the longstanding organization, PGA of America. They’ve spent many billions of dollars to expand their presence in soccer, report…

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When Lightning Strikes Twice: One Man’s Journey Through a Pair of Tragedies 12:06

6d ago12:06

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Imagine your young daughter receiving a brain cancer diagnosis. Then, not too long after that, your wife is also diagnosed with a deadly type of brain cancer – glioblastoma. We speak with Dr. Alan Townsend about this harrowing period through grief and how he evolved from writing online about science to much more personal experiences. Learn More: ht…

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Culture Crash: The Fast-Emerging Genre of Afrobeats 3:36

10d ago3:36

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Culture Crash producer & host Evan Rook speaks with Sheila O, the host of Afrozons, about the rapid global growth of Afrobeats and the long cultural history of this genre. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-the-fast-emerging-genre-of-afrobeats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Viewpoints Explained: A Big Setback for Future Missions to Mars 2:33

10d ago2:33

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A recent study published earlier this month in the journal, Nature Communications found that human kidneys are particularly susceptible to damage on long-range space trips. We cover this emerging research and what this means for plans to soon send humans to Mars. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-a-big-setback-for-future-…

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#24 LISA: Increasing Access to Education for the Underprivileged in Lagos 1:03:28

10d ago1:03:28

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of ABS, we sat down with Dammy Feyide, the Founder of Theo by LISA, a digital learning solution for children in public primary schools and remote areas. Dammy is also the Team Lead of Strategic Partnerships & Business Development at ProvidusBank, the Founder & CEO of Let it Shine Academy, and the Proprietress…

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Sharenting: Inside The World Of Family Influencers 13:02

13d ago13:02

13:02

Grant Khanbalinov began posting on Tik Tok for fun a year before the pandemic hit and the platform’s popularity skyrocketed. It wasn’t until he posted a couple videos with his children, which both went viral, that his page gained millions of views. At first, it was a great side hustle, but this all quickly went south as he noticed the effect it was…

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25,000 Pieces of Floating Space Junk: Decluttering Earth’s Orbit 9:15

13d ago9:15

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From weather forecasting to cellular coverage to global imaging, we heavily rely on space satellites to give us the information we need. The growing amount of litter at varying levels above Earth’s atmosphere threatens not only these services, but the safety of astronauts in space and Earth’s own protective shell. We discuss the growing issue of hu…

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Nigeria Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso: Regaining Stability and Trust 20:02

16d ago20:02

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Nigeria’s new administration has set out on an ambitious reform path to stabilize its currency, regain market confidence, and tame inflation. In this podcast, Governor Olayemi Cardoso and IMF Africa Department head, Abebe Aemro Selassie discuss the role of Nigeria’s central bank in restoring macroeconomic stability. The conversation took place as p…

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Culture Crash: Why We’ll Never Stop Loving Science Fiction Movies 2:46

17d ago2:46

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From “Interstellar” to “Arrival”, we love a good sci-fi movie that transports us to a new dimension. We highlight some of our top picks – new and old – from the genre. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-well-never-stop-loving-science-fiction-movies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Viewpoints Explained: Circle The City: How This Nonprofit Is Filling The Gap In Healthcare 2:44

17d ago2:44

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In a 2023 report, the Department of Housing and Urban Development estimated that there’s currently around 650,000 people homeless in the U.S. That’s a 12 percent increase from 2022. This growing population is chronically lacking healthcare, access to medications and seldom receives continuous care after leaving a hospital. We highlight one nonprofi…

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In Critical Condition: Cyberattacks’ Effect On Healthcare 13:36

20d ago13:36

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Earlier this year, Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago – one of the most prominent children’s hospitals in the country – was crippled for weeks from a cybersecurity attack on its systems. For weeks, doctors, nurses and administrators scrambled to manually write prescriptions, manage care and access patient records while hundreds of patients had to…

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Is the Era of Dating Apps Really Over? 9:59

24d ago9:59

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There’s been a lot of media attention the last couple years on how “The Golden Era” of dating apps is over. While there seems to be a lot of growing frustration from user, where are people finding love, if not online, these days? We delve into the current landscape of dating online, its challenges (and upsides) and what’s next for the millions of s…

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Culture Crash: Love Taylor Swift & Billie Eillish? Why You’ll Love Chappell Roan 2:56

24d ago2:56

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We discuss up-and-coming artist, Chappell Roan who just released her debut full-length album last year. The new release is full of fun summer songs that are sure to stick around in your head and keep you feeling energized. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-love-taylor-swift-billie-eillish-why-youll-love-chappell-roan Learn more …

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Viewpoints Explained: Why the Ford F-Series and Chevy Silverado Continue To Reign Supreme 2:54

24d ago2:54

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Two out of the top three selling cars so far this year are both trucks. We cover Americans long-held love for large, pickup trucks despite their impractical design in many settings. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-why-the-ford-f-series-and-chevy-silverado-continue-to-reign-supreme Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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Dive Inside: A Look Into Some Of The Greatest Coaches In History 12:27

27d ago12:27

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Billions of people have heard of 23-time Olympic gold medalist swimmer, Michael Phelps. But what about Bob Bowman? Most likely not. Bowman was Phelps’ longtime swimming coach who started working with the young swimmer at just 11 years old. He was there every step of the way in Phelps’ athletic career, crafting him into the Olympic legend he is toda…

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Reshaping Fatherhood: The Ripple Effects of an Absent Father 11:31

27d ago11:31

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As Americans head out to brunch or a park to BBQ to celebrate Father’s Day this year, there are also millions who aren’t celebrating. Across the U.S., there are many adults who have a broken relationship with their father or grew up without a father figure in their life. We speak with nonprofit CEO Kenneth Braswell about the social service framewor…

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Culture Crash: Our Review of "Hit Man" & Its Down-to-Earth Director, Richard Linklater 3:05

1M ago3:05

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You may not be familiar with director, Richard Linklater but he’s the creative genius behind some of the most classic films of the past 30 years. Some of his blockbuster hits include “Dazed and Confused”, “The School of Rock” and his latest release, “Hit Man.” Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-our-review-of-hit-man-its-down-to-e…

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Viewpoints Explained: Redefining Race (Again) in the U.S. Census 2:35

1M ago2:35

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The next U.S. Census nationwide poll will include new subdivisions of race. We explain the reason for the shift, the new categories and the interesting progression of this socially constructed definition. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-redefining-race-again-in-the-u-s-census Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

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Daniel Susskind on Growth: A History and a Reckoning 30:22

1M ago30:22

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Economic growth is often seen as the core ingredient to social development, but it’s a relatively new idea. So what did pre-growth society look like and how much growth can modern society sustain? In his latest book, Daniel Susskind argues that economic policy should consider the costs of growth more carefully and realign the drivers to better fit …

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“Am I Too Invested?”: The Emotional Rollercoaster Of Youth Sports 14:22

1M ago14:22

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The world of youth sports can be incredibly taxing. Strenuous practices, hefty investments and increasingly selective teams can add up to parents pushing their kids to the brink. We speak with Rich Cohen, a longtime hockey dad, about the modern pressures of competitive sports and why some parents seem to end up caring more winning than their own ki…

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Born Into Slavery: Stark Portraits of the Four Million Enslaved in the 1800’s 9:27

1M ago9:27

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Imagine being born into slavery in the South. You don’t have a dime to your name, don’t have any education and all you know are the surrounding fields of the plantation you worked on for years or decades. What would you do after the abolishment of slavery? How would you start over? Historian Richard Cahan joins us this week to share a few of the fi…

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Catherine Mann: A Central Banker’s View on Capital Flows 21:55

1M ago21:55

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Central banks worldwide share common practices in how they operate, but the UK’s central bank is unique in how it makes its rate decisions. Catherine Mann is a Professor of the Practice at Brandeis University and one of four external voting members of the Monetary Policy Committee at the Bank of England. In this podcast, Mann says the pickup in cap…

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Culture Crash: Why Billie Eilish Just Keeps Peaking 3:09

1M ago3:09

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We review singer Billie Eilish’s new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft and why we just can’t get enough of this talented singer and songwriter. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-why-billie-eilish-just-keeps-peaking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AURN

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Viewpoints Explained: Move Over Fro-Yo & Cupcakes: This Dessert Just Keeps On Growing 2:48

1M ago2:48

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We cover the latest dessert craze sweeping America. Yes, we’re talking about why people can’t seem to get enough of those fresh-baked oversized, gourmet cookies. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-move-over-fro-yo-cupcakes-this-dessert-just-keeps-on-growing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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James Boughton on The Messy Legacy of Harry Dexter White 23:51

2M ago23:51

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It’s no mystery where the IMF was born but its origin story might surprise you. While the spotlight was on the charismatic British economist John Maynard Keynes during the 1944 Bretton Woods Conference, a little-known American economist was working in the shadows. Harry Dexter White’s plan would lead to the creation of the IMF and forever change th…

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The Mysterious Oddities Of Our Universe: Conversations With A Particle Physicist 11:15

1M ago11:15

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We speak with particle physicist Harry Cliff about the many things we still don’t understand about this vast abyss we call our universe. We also dive into the specifics of particle physics. What do these scientists study exactly? How did the field itself evolve? Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/the-mysterious-oddities-of-our-universe-convers…

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Attribution Science 101: Helping Us See The Real-World Impacts Of Climate Change 9:08

1M ago9:08

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We follow-up on a story we did back in 2021 on attribution science to update listeners on how the field has evolved and the bigger role it plays today. Attribution science, simply put, analyzes extreme weather events to find out if climate change played a role in the event’s occurrence as well as its severity or frequency. We speak with attribution…

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Culture Crash: From Billie Eilish To Taylor Swift: 2024 Has Been A Wild Ride For Music Lovers 2:57

2M ago2:57

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There’s already been so many huge music drops in the first six months of 2024. We cover some of our favorites so far and upcoming album releases this summer and fall that we can’t wait to listen to. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-from-billie-eilish-to-taylor-swift-2024-has-been-a-wild-ride-for-music-lovers Learn more about yo…

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Viewpoints Explained: Americans Lost $10 Billion To Fraud In 2023 2:54

2M ago2:54

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Each year, Americans lose several billions of dollars to online scams – and this total just keeps rising year-after-year. We highlight some of the fastest growing frauds and why thousands of people each day are falling for these persuasive narratives. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-americans-lost-10-billion-to-fraud-in…

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Michael Olabisi: Thinking Globally to Pay Africa’s Climate Bill 19:09

2M ago19:09

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While African countries have little to do with what’s causing the climate crisis, they are feeling the brunt of the extreme weather patterns and left footing a climate-mitigation bill they can’t afford. Michael Olabisi is an assistant professor at Michigan State University and studies sustainable development in low-income countries. In this podcast…

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Can’t Shake Your Sweet Tooth? Why Modification & Moderation Are Your Two Bff’s 12:26

2M ago12:26

12:26

Many people think leading a healthy lifestyle means largely giving up baked goods, puddings, and other desserts. But our two guests today are big proponents of being healthy and being able to eat your cake. Experts explain how you can make easy substitutes and modifications that produce tasty (but still relatively healthy) desserts. Learn More: htt…

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Do Companies Still Care About Diversity, Equity & Inclusion? 7:39

2M ago7:39

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Over the last five years, companies have made a lot of promises about improving workforce diversity and reducing discrimination in recruitment and internal promotions. However, in recent months, many of these directives have been called into question for their lack of effectiveness and ability to promote real change across the organization. We spea…

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Culture Crash: What’s New To Watch On HBO Max And Amazon Prime 3:25

2M ago3:25

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We highlight some of our favorite recent releases on streaming platforms HBO Max and Amazon Prime. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-whats-new-to-watch-on-hbo-max-and-amazon-prime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AURN

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Viewpoints Explained: The Taliban Reaffirms Its Use Of Stoning 2:32

2M ago2:32

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Why is stoning still used as a form of capital punishment in several countries around the world? We cover this medieval practice and how women in Afghanistan are being specifically targeted by the Taliban. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/viewpoints-explained-the-taliban-reaffirms-its-use-of-stoning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…

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Women in Economics: Una Osili on the Resilience of Philanthropy and Why so Few African Women Economists 19:23

2M ago19:23

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When disaster strikes, the knee-jerk reaction is to seek public funds for support, but private donors have the agility that governments often don’t. And while capital flows to Africa slowed to a trickle during the pandemic, philanthropy and remittances held steady. Una Osili is the Associate Dean for Research and International Programs at Indiana U…

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