Best Cornell University Librarys Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 83: “Wherever I Go, I Want It to Matter That I Was There” with Cal Walker 1:03:27

6d ago1:03:27

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In the season finale, Erin and Toral are joined by Cal Walker, retiree of Cornell and longstanding citizen of Ithaca for nearly 50 years. Cal shares his journey from Civil Rights-era Alabama to New York, recalling the moments that ignited his passion for activism and social justice. Tune in to hear how Cal has embodied the mantra “blossom where you…

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Episode 82: Recruitment Reimagined: Building Trust and Transparency 59:14

20d ago59:14

59:14

In this episode, Erin and Toral let listeners in on the evolving world of recruitment with Carolyn Chow (she/her/hers) and Brad Stock (he/him/his), colleagues and talent acquisition partners at Cornell. The pair share their unique journeys from applicants to recruiters at the university and how their experiences shape the way they engage with candi…

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Episode 81: All While Working 9 to 5: On Single Parenthood, Divorce, and Advocating for Inclusion 47:01

1M ago47:01

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Join us in celebrating Women’s History Month as we delve into this year’s theme: "Appreciating women who advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion." In this episode, Erin and Toral are joined by Lauren Frederick (she/her/hers), colleague and administrative coordinator in Cornell’s Department of Inclusion and Belonging. With honesty and vulnerab…

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Episode 80: Conflict and Conversation: "The More You Sweat in Peace, the Less You Bleed in War" 49:31

2M ago49:31

49:31

In this episode, Erin and Toral are joined by Ati Alipour (she/her/hers), assistant ombuds in the Cornell University Ombuds Office. Ati shares her rich history in the field of conflict resolution and mediation as a practicing attorney and former consultant for the United Nations. From understanding power imbalances to embracing differing perspectiv…

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Episode 79: What if Success Was Measured by Wellbeing? 57:54

2M ago57:54

57:54

Join Erin and Toral as they delve into the dynamic world of workplace mental health with Jasmine Jay (she/her/hers) and Wai-Kwong Wong (he/him/his) from Cornell’s Faculty & Staff Assistance Program (FSAP). Together, they explore the evolution of mental health awareness and share insights on fostering a supportive workplace culture. Tune in to hear …

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Episode 78: Destined for Cornell Despite a Nontraditional Path 49:26

3M ago49:26

49:26

According to Carl Cornell’s (he/they) surname, one would think he was destined for the university. However, Carl’s path to Cornell was anything but traditional. In this episode, Erin and Carl dive into his journey and how he’s navigated his personal and professional lives with a unique intersection of identities. Now, as the assistant director of u…

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Episode 77: What Makes Mentorships Meaningful? 50:42

3M ago50:42

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In this episode, Erin and Toral talk with longtime Cornell colleagues Barbara Oh, Ph.D. ‘17 (she/her/hers) and Cate Thompson ‘83 (she/her/hers) about the important role both mentors and mentees play in enhancing personal and professional growth. The pair discuss how they met at the university and immediately forged a mutually fulfilling mentoring r…

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Episode 76: Dialoguing through Differences 53:28

5M ago53:28

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On this week’s episode, Erin and Toral are joined by Rachel Sumner and Stephen Kim, colleagues with the Intergroup Dialogue Project (IDP) at Cornell. They share what IDP is all about and how it has influenced communication across differences for over a decade. Tune in to hear their professional journeys from students to lecturers and their thoughts…

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Episode 75: Goals to Gold with Olympian Adrian Durant 52:16

5M ago52:16

52:16

Erin and Toral are joined by Adrian Durant (he/him/his), the head coach of men’s track and field at Cornell, for a conversation about his journey from the U.S. Virgin Islands to competing in college and the Olympics to becoming a head coach at an Ivy League institution. As one of the youngest track coaches in the country who has raced around the gl…

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Episode 74: A Librarian's Lens on Today's Library 57:22

6M ago57:22

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Erin and Toral sit down with the Carl A. Kroch University Librarian at Cornell for a conversation about the critical role that libraries play in preserving and authentically portraying the past. Elaine Westbrooks (she/her/hers) shares how libraries have evolved over time and with technology. From dusty bookshelves to the digital frontier, tune in t…

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Episode 73: From Boom to Zoom: Navigating the Five Generations in the Workforce 55:52

6M ago55:52

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On this week’s episode of the podcast, two Gen Xs, a Baby Boomer, and a Millennial dive into today’s multigenerational workforce and discuss the challenges and opportunities it presents. Erin and Toral talk with Dane Cruz (he/him/his) and Ari Mack (he/him/his), colleagues in Organizational Development and Effectiveness at Cornell. They help unpack …

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Episode 72: Finding Your Space In Fitness 54:36

7M ago54:36

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C Lucas (they/them/theirs), wellness community programming specialist at Cornell, joins Erin and Toral to weigh the challenges and complexities of the fitness industry. C shares their thoughts on how fitness and wellness have evolved over time, especially in the workplace. Tune in to hear how C is breaking down barriers to help make fitness and wel…

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Episode 71: From Student to Staff: A First-Gen Experience through Cornell 59:54

7M ago59:54

59:54

Erin and Toral kick off season six with Angela Herrera Canfield (she/her/hers), director of undergraduate admissions for the School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell. Angela shares her evolution at the university, beginning as an undergraduate student and transitioning to her role as a director. She also discusses her experience as a fir…

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Episode 70: Launching Season 6, What to Look Forward To 22:33

7M ago22:33

22:33

Join Erin Sember-Chase, Toral Patel, and Bert Odom-Reed for the first episode of a brand-new season. Hear their hopes of continuing to elevate the voices and experiences of fellow employees while also diving deeper into the discomfort. They tease upcoming episodes that reflect topics and discussions circling the country and Cornell, including the u…

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The Universal Truth wins big 15:05

8M ago15:05

15:05

Interview with producer Ava Berardi on The Universal Truth's recent achievements at the Merced Queer Film Festival

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His Holiness the Dalai Lama Library and Learning Center 15:30

8M ago15:30

15:30

Interview with Venerable Choesang about the new library and learning centre.

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Interview with Adam Lorenzo 14:48

8M ago14:48

14:48

Interview with Adam Lorenzo by Bec Legato

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Episode 69: Season Finale with VPCHRO Christine Lovely 50:30

12M ago50:30

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Season five of the podcast wraps up with a very special guest. Coming up on her one-year anniversary at the university, Cornell’s vice president and chief human resources officer, Christine Lovely (she/her/hers), joins Erin and Toral for a conversation about her first year at Cornell and in Ithaca, NY. Christine discusses the unexpected opportuniti…

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Best of Ithaca Now Spring 2023! 52:00

12M ago52:00

52:00

Best of Ithaca Now Spring 2023! WICB News Editorial Staff for Spring 2023 George Christopher - News Director Liam McDermott - News Production Director Inbayini Anbarassan - News Web Coordinator Chess Cabrera - News Social Media Coordinator

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Birding at Cornell, Summer Safety Tips, and a HAYA Sneak Preview! 41:39

1y ago41:39

41:39

Birding at Cornell, Summer Safety Tips, and a HAYA Sneak Preview!

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Episode 68: A New World of Work: Feeling Included When Apart 57:01

1y ago57:01

57:01

Erin and Toral welcome two members of the newly formed Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment team for a conversation about creating connection in a world where many employees are working remotely. Together, Jamie Doss (she/her/hers), talent acquisition partner, and Sonja Baylor (she/her/hers), recruitment manager, share how they have effectiv…

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Ithaca Comic Book Club 22:00

1y ago22:00

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Ithaca Comic Book Club Hosted by Liam McDermott

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Interview with Jorge DeFendini 36:55

1y ago36:55

36:55

Interview with Jorge DeFendini

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Episode 67: "Any Person, Any Purpose" with Cyrus Hamilton-Ferguson 56:50

1y ago56:50

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In this episode, Erin and Toral are joined by Cyrus Hamilton-Ferguson (he/him/his), assistant director of Student Disability Services at Cornell, for a conversation about the increasing intersection of personal and professional lives. Cyrus opens up about his experiences with disability as a professional and a parent, speaks about the importance of…

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Common Council Approves Public Safety Committee Report 23:51

1y ago23:51

23:51

Common Council Approves Public Safety Committee Report Hosted by Himadri Seth

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Reimagining Public Safety Special Committee Report, HAYA Episode 7 21:26

1y ago21:26

21:26

Reimagining Public Safety Special Committee Report, HAYA Episode 7 Hosted by George Christopher

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Episode 66: Stepping Behind The Story: Introducing Our Editor 44:52

1y ago44:52

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In honor of this year’s Women’s History Month theme, “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories,” Erin and Toral invite the editor of the Inclusive Excellence Podcast, Grace DePaull (she/her/hers), to discuss storytelling as a powerful tool to break down boundaries and construct identities. She shares how storytelling has taken her across the country,…

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Seneca Meadows Landfill Pt. 2 and Finger Lakes Environmental Film Festival. 40:50

1y ago40:50

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Hosted by Sarah Payne

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Seneca Meadows Landfill 23:20

1y ago23:20

23:20

Seneca Meadows Landfill Hosted by Sarah Payne

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Episode 65: Connecting Past to Present: A Conversation About "Any Person, Many Stories" Exhibition 55:03

1y ago55:03

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What began as a vision in 2020 grew into a collection of stories that unravel many of the untold truths of Cornell’s history. On this episode of the podcast, Erin and Toral invite Melina Ivanchikova and Rob Vanderlan from the Center for Teaching Innovation to share their digital exhibition “Any Person, Many Stories—Histories of Exclusion and Inclus…

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Interview with Clyde Lederman 22:38

1y ago22:38

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Ithaca Now Originally Aired March 5th, 2023 Hosted by George Christopher

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2023 Election Breakdown, Ithaca's New City Manager and a Sneak Peak at HAYA Ep. 6 32:07

1y ago32:07

32:07

2023 Election Breakdown, Ithaca's New City Manager and a Sneak Peak at HAYA Ep. 6 Hosted by Joshua Pantano

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Episode 64: Maximize Your Employee Experience 40:13

1y ago40:13

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Erin and Toral continue their conversation about employee engagement as they dive deeper into the challenges that new hires face with their guest Cassie Pierre Joseph (she/her/hers), the director for employee engagement at Cornell. Cassie reflects on her journey upon arriving at the university and how her current role serves as a crucial resource f…