Best Etienne Gonzalez Podcasts (2024)

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BJ Durham 44:52

12M ago44:52

44:52

Tune in as season 6 comes to a close where we have a discussion with doctoral candidate BJ Durham. BJ is a doctoral student in the Counselor Education program here at NC State. His focus and interests involve counseling and being a therapist for athletes. In this episode, BJ talks about his time as a college athlete and how this experience inspired…

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Jose Garcia Gonzalez 40:05

12M ago40:05

40:05

Check out this episode where we talk with Jose Garcia Gonzalez about an idea of the future: Artificial Intelligence. Jose is a computer science major here at NC State and he talks about his research within artificial intelligence and how there are benefits and drawbacks in this unique field. Jose and Josh also talk about the difficulty Jose had get…

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Etienne Phillips 1:17:29

1y ago1:17:29

1:17:29

Mathematician | Student | Philosopher. Etienne Phillips has great patience breaking down his research related to Multivariate Fibonacci-like Polynomials and other aspects of mathematics which fuel his passion for the subject matter. Etienne is a Ronald E. McNair Scholar at NC State TRIO Collegiate Programs. The McNair program provides Etienne with …

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Timothy Reid 48:52

1y ago48:52

48:52

Check out this episode with Student Body Vice President, Timothy Reid. Timothy and Josh discuss Timothy’s interests and path to NC State student government. He also shares how students can get involved with student government and why you should! Timothy also talks about his experience as a Park Scholar and how having this scholarship has developed …

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Krupa Bharodiya and Kelis Johnson 47:13

1y ago47:13

47:13

atch this episode with Krupa Bharodiya and Kelis Johnson as they discuss their internship experiences and their time as Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholars. Krupa and Kelis talk with Josh about how they went about looking for their internship experiences and why it is important to make connections. Kelis also mentions what it was like studying at Columbi…

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Dr. Dennis Floyd Jones 1:24:01

1y ago1:24:01

1:24:01

Content Warning: Racism, Gun Violence, Death, Sensitive Language In this episode, Dr. Dennis Floyd Jones shares his lived experiences ranging from tragedy to the overwhelming power of mentoring and education. Dr. Jones and his siblings were the first African-American students to attend integrated schools in West Virginia following the Brown v. Boar…

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Dr. Rupert Nacoste 1:02:28

1y ago1:02:28

1:02:28

Please note that the following episode contains language that people may find offensive or inappropriate for certain audiences. Happy New Year Everyone! What better way to start a new year than with the one and only Dr. Rupert Nacoste, a distinguished faculty member here at NC State. Dr. Nacoste is a social psychologist in the psychology department…

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Tirrezz Hudson 43:46

1y ago43:46

43:46

Tune in to this episode where we hear from NCSU alumn, Tirrezz Hudson. Tirrezz is currently going after a PHD at UC San Diego. While Tirrezz was here at NC State, he was a McNair scholar and he also studied abroad. Hear how Tirrezz navigated his undergraduate years while being involved in many different clubs and organizations. Also, hear what insp…

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Morgan Alexander and Mya McDowell 52:36

1+ y ago52:36

52:36

You don’t want to miss this episode! Morgan Alexander and Mya McDowell are both seniors at NC State. They discuss their college experiences here at NC State and how they found themselves in leadership positions. They also discuss tips that help them to be effective leaders as women. Mya talks about her experience as a Goodnight Scholar and how she …

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Mike Ferrell 1:09:46

1+ y ago1:09:46

1:09:46

Listen to this great episode where we sit down with Mike Ferrell of Ferrell 27 Creative Media to talk about his journey as an entrepreneur. Mike, an NC State alum, talks about his time here at NC State and his transition to the professional world. He also mentions the challenges that he overcame when it was time to start his own business while givi…

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Yvonne Damon 58:20

2y ago58:20

58:20

For as far back as we can remember, gender identity and sexuality have always been restricted between the two sexes: female and male. Today, those restrictions have been opened up to include a variety of identities and sexualities, from gender-fluid and nonbinary to pansexual and asexual to many more. Yvonne Damon, a sophomore in biochemistry and T…

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Yareli “Gabby” Manjarrez Medero 1:05:01

2y ago1:05:01

1:05:01

In this episode of Beyond the Bell Tower, Gabby talks about study abroad at NC State. Using her own travels to Belize as a teaching tool, she also go in-depth with the confusing process of travel, from how to prepare for your trip to how to make the most out of your experience. Gabby is a senior in human biology and a first-generation TRIO student.…

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$2 A Day with Dr. Kathryn Edin: Women's Panel 51:07

2y ago51:07

51:07

On August 21, 2018, the young women of TRIO met with Dr. Kathryn Edin to have brunch and discuss the themes of her book, $2.00 a Day: Living on Almost Nothing in America. These women reached back into their earliest memories, talking about how certain moments in the book reflected moments in their actual lives, with some revealing things they’d nev…

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Taylor Adams 52:21

2y ago52:21

52:21

Buying a car is one of the first investments young adults learn to make. But what exactly goes into that purchase? This process can be even harder for students for many students and even more so for students from lower income backgrounds. Taylor Adams, a graduating senior and TRIO scholars, has gone through the car-buying process. He shares with us…

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Lily Neal and Jess Errico 57:49

2y ago57:49

57:49

Jess Errico, first-generation college student and NC State Student Body President 2018-2019 and Lily Neal, TRIO student and NC State Student Government Board of Elections Chair discuss how and why students need to be involved in student government and campus activities beginning in their first year on campus. How does a low-income first-generation …

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Kyana Miller and Kier Way 1:22:49

2y ago1:22:49

1:22:49

Kier Way, TRIO Alum and first-year veterinary medical school student, speaks with current TRIO students and current veterinary medicine applicants about his origins, his journey through State, and how he stays humble throughout the highs and lows of being a student. Be ready to rock it with this stoic front-runner. Kyana Miller, TRIO Chair of the P…

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Dontavis Funderbunk 1:20:47

2y ago1:20:47

1:20:47

As a first-generation college student and graduate of the Poole College of Management, Dontavis overcame the odds of earning a bachelor’s and graduate degree. Listen as Dontavis shares tips and strategies on budgeting, saving and investing while balancing adulthood.By Sarah Wright, Dontavis Funderburk, TRIO

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Connie & Jelina Gatlin 51:16

2y ago51:16

51:16

Only 33% of parents graduate with a bachelor’s degree. And with childcare costing so much more than the price of tuition, many parents struggle with balancing the responsibilities of raising a child and continuing their education. Connie Gatlin, a recent graduate in Horticulture Science and the TRIO program, defied the odds and succeeded despite th…

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Bri Elum 1:00:23

2y ago1:00:23

1:00:23

As a first-generation student, Bri recalls the days and weeks leading up to the start of her first year of college and first months on campus. These days were filled with uncertainty, and she was afraid to ask questions. Every day, she continued to realize how much she didn’t know. Now, she screams to the top of her lungs with joy “I am a proud fir…

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Joelle Fuchs 1:11:17

2y ago1:11:17

1:11:17

Joelle shares the good and bad of her four years at NC State. Engaging in undergraduate research and benefiting from a cast of female mentors have been her motivating force. She excelled in research studying the effects of BPA on the brain and was selected for summer research at Johns Hopkins University School of Public Health, which ranks first in…

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Dominick Vaccaro 46:27

2y ago46:27

46:27

Dominick made a huge impact at TRIO being the first President of the TRIO Student Ambassadors. It was obvious he was meant for great things. He recently graduated with a bachelor’s and master’s in Accounting from NC State. Today, he is an auditor with Cherry Bekaert LLP. Dominick’s path was not always a straight line. Within his first two years at …

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Clay Chaney 59:29

2y ago59:29

59:29

Clay Chaney is the TRIO resident meteorologist. Currently a TV Weather Center Intern for WRAL local TV station, Clay covered Hurricane Florence and Michael, creating a weather graphic of Hurricane Florence that had over 1 million views and 15,000 shares on social media. In this episode, Clay shares the literal sweat and tears he shed to reach his g…

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Aalanah Valentine 54:39

2y ago54:39

54:39

TRIO Student Support Services and Student Support Services STEM is an organization that provides a supportive community for an underrepresented and under-resourced demographic at NC State – the low-income, first generation students. In this community, students feel safe, understood and supported. Outside of this community, however, it’s hard not to…

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Dorcas Johnson 28:05

2y ago28:05

28:05

Are you a future graduating student? Are you interested in pursuing a graduate degree? Would you like to connect your post-graduate experience to someone else’s? This episode will answer those tough questions and provide clarity to individuals who are facing these issues as well as dating life talk. Dorcas is a recent graduate of Tufts University S…

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Gabrielle Neal 29:18

2y ago29:18

29:18

This episode highlights the study abroad experience of TRIO student Gabrielle Neal. This was Gabby’s first experience leaving the county as well as first time flying! The road to South Korea was uphill for Gabby as she managed the Covid-19 restrictions for both the United States and South Korea as well as completing all of the Visa applications as …

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Andrea Wallenbeck 1:08:06

2y ago1:08:06

1:08:06

Andrea Wallenbeck Counselor, Post Master’s Fellow NC State University Student Counseling Center In this episode we tackled multiple mental health issues from a student perspective and faculty perspective. Both Isaiah and Andrea shared their own experiences with mental health challenges and seeking support. The transitions students experienced with …

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Robin Batsuli 37:24

2y ago37:24

37:24

Robin Batsuli is a student at NC State University Majoring in Business Administration and an active TRIO student. He completed a Co-Op position during COVID19. During this podcast, we tackled tough conversations surrounding race, professional internships, academics, moving across the country and more. We do a deep dive into Robin’s co-op experience…

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Miguel Ortiz-Cruz 38:31

2y ago38:31

38:31

Miguel Ortiz-Cruz and his family living in Pender County experienced devastation to their home and lives by Hurricane Florence in September 2018. For over one year, Miguel’s family lived in FEMA shelters while the family waited for their jobs to return and roads could be restored so the family could begin rebuilding their house. There was a silver …

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Mohamed Hijazi and Sarah Aljafaari 43:53

2y ago43:53

43:53

Mohamed is an Industrial Engineering major and is looking forward to work for a Design Consulting Firm after college. He plans to eventually start his own practice. Fun fact: Mohamed: “I make music and it’s available everywhere! Just search “Shmoneymo” on your streaming platform Sarah Aljaafari is a Junior at NC State. She has received various cert…

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Unique Patton 41:21

2y ago41:21

41:21

In Charlotte, N.C, one of our students has already made an impression in her community. Unique Patton’s journey started in middle school, where she started her journey helping local artist, Tom Stanley, create public artworks for Charlotte’s Blue Line Extension. Unique’s work on the HOME public art project focused on reflecting upon her community a…

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Shelyn Williams and Miranda Peruesk (Part 2) 48:31

2y ago48:31

48:31

“It was over there, so we didn’t have to worry about it,” Shelyn Williams who is a freshman at NC State University talks about the start of the pandemic. She has experienced first-hand what life on campus is like during a pandemic. As one of the freshman students who requested to stay when the university decided to transition fully online in Fall 2…

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Shelyn Williams and Miranda Peruesk (Part 1) 56:47

2y ago56:47

56:47

“It was over there, so we didn’t have to worry about it,” Shelyn Williams who is a freshman at NC State University talks about the start of the pandemic. She has experienced first-hand what life on campus is like during a pandemic. As one of the freshman students who requested to stay when the university decided to transition fully online in Fall 2…

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Ruby Shah 41:05

2y ago41:05

41:05

NC State Junior Ruby Shah is a Sombers Neurochemistry Research Lab Volunteer and a previous WISE mentor. Her experience as a science major was shaped by struggles, but with the support of her family, her TRIO peer mentor, and her WISE mentor, she has succeeded and is looking towards going to grad school. Her experience as a first-generation college…

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Roshaunda McLean and Tia Canada 1:25:19

2y ago1:25:19

1:25:19

NC State alumna Roshaunda McLean rejoins us for her second episode of the podcast to celebrate as she gets close to the finish line of receiving her PhD. at the University of Georgia. Tia Canada, a freedom fighter, TRIO Alum and now first year graduate student at NC State College of Education joins Roshaunda to reflect on their similar experiences …

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Esmira Poladova (Part 2) 31:00

2y ago31:00

31:00

Esmira Poladova joins Sarah Wright in this conversation, only a month after participating in NC State’s largest philanthropy celebration of the year. Esmira Poladova was one of the select TRIO scholars to share her story with NC State’s top donors. Beyond her role in this event, Esmira unfolds her life story from the lens of an immigrant refugee. S…

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Abriana Johnson (Part 2) 1:13:00

2y ago1:13:00

1:13:00

TRIO Alum Abriana Johnson shares exciting news with the growth of her company being able to quit her “day job” to focus full-time on Black Unicorn Creative LLC a creative solutions firm that helps businesses in the horse industry establish their digital hoof print and show up for their community online blackunicorncreative.com/. This summer, she wa…

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Abriana Johnson (Part 1) 49:44

2y ago49:44

49:44

TRIO Alum Abriana Johnson shares exciting news with the growth of her company being able to quit her “day job” to focus full-time on Black Unicorn Creative LLC a creative solutions firm that helps businesses in the horse industry establish their digital hoof print and show up for their community online blackunicorncreative.com/. This summer, she wa…

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Toinette Powers, Brianna McCray, and Isaiah Akridge 1:08:12

2y ago1:08:12

1:08:12

Toinette, Brianna and Isaiah sat down in Summer 2020 to discuss current issues including the Black Lives Matter movement. They looked into changes at the university and what could be done to better African Americans’ experience at NC State University and what programs and initiatives that could be put into place to make steps forward into furtherin…

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Grace Anning Yoshihara 1:35:20

2y ago1:35:20

1:35:20

Grace fantasized about celebrating her graduation from NC State from the first day on campus. It was the graduation ceremony that motivated her to devote every hour of each day to earning her degree with high grades and working three jobs. Her graduation ceremony remains a fantasy as the ceremony was cancelled due to Covid-19 circumstances. Grace g…

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Eric Graham Returns (Part 2) 27:22

2y ago27:22

27:22

In the Summer of 2017, Eric Graham shared on the podcast how he had managed personal, financial and academic hardships. In the Summer of 2019, Eric returned excited to share updates only a few days after receiving a job offer from SPX FLOW, Inc. as a Product Manager. Eric recently graduated from NC State with a B.S. in Textile Technology, Supply Ch…

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Eric Graham Returns (Part 1) 50:30

2y ago50:30

50:30

In the Summer of 2017, Eric Graham shared on the podcast how he had managed personal, financial and academic hardships. In the Summer of 2019, Eric returned excited to share updates only a few days after receiving a job offer from SPX FLOW, Inc. as a Product Manager. Eric recently graduated from NC State with a B.S. in Textile Technology, Supply Ch…

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Khalia Phillips 1:02:42

2y ago1:02:42

1:02:42

Khalia Phillips spoke with BTB in Summer 2019 before she left to begin her graduate career at George Washington University. She is pursuing a Master’s degree in Public Policy, with a concentration in Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies, that falls more in line with her political interests and Black feminist/womanist ideologies. In May 2019, Khalia…

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Esmira Poladova (Part 1) 58:26

2y ago58:26

58:26

Esmira Poladova joins Sarah Wright in this conversation, only a month after participating in NC State’s largest philanthropy celebration of the year. Esmira Poladova was one of the select TRIO scholars to share her story with NC State’s top donors. Beyond her role in this event, Esmira unfolds her life story from the lens of an immigrant refugee. S…

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Jean Ferman 30:54

2y ago30:54

30:54

Jean Ferman, a third year student, double-majoring in Polymer and Color Chemistry and Human Biology with a minor in Nutrition, joins us right after the first general body meeting of his new student organization, F1RST. Jean describes existence on NC State’s campus for him thus far, how he got here, and the details of building a representative pool …

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Ahmed Monley and Esmira Poladova 30:32

2y ago30:32

30:32

Live from the 2019 TRIO Fall Conference, NC State alumnus and economic intellectual, Ahmed Monley and senior undergraduate student, Esmira Poladova, talk financial investments, insecurities, and inspirations. Following Ahmed’s formal presentation, the two talk one-on-one with TRIO advisor, Sarah Wright, to recap some major take-aways. They address …

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Citlali Rubio 38:11

2y ago38:11

38:11

Studying abroad can be expensive, it can be scary, and it can be life-changing; which is why it is only important that you do it! On this episode of Beyond The Bell Tower, Citlali Rubio, a senior studying Political Science and International Studies, as well as French, describes what it’s like to be a globally conscious student. Citlali details how …

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John Robinson Miller IV 37:04

2y ago37:04

37:04

Protests, parties, and petitions have all been the college trademark for many students, and on this episode of Beyond the Bell Tower, John Robinson-Miller IV, program coordinator for the African American Cultural Center, talks both systemic change and self-care. The burn-out in advocacy, as a young adult and especially as a member of a minority gro…

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Dr. Mary Haskett 54:52

2y ago54:52

54:52

What many identify as the “housing situation” and the plague of financial instability on college campuses, has led to alarming high rates of homelessness and food insecurity, even at NC State University. Dr. Mary E Haskett, a NC State professor in the Department of Psychology and Co-Chair of the NC State Student Food and Housing Security Initiative…

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Toinette Powers 47:53

2y ago47:53

47:53

In this podcast, Toinette, who is studying abroad Fall 2019, shares how she leads a life of purpose and serves others authentically, all while navigating the obstacles on the path to greatness. Toinette describes how positive affirmations have shaped her experience as a student leader, friend, and scholar at NC State. Toinette is a sophomore majori…

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Khalia Braswell 1:13:01

2y ago1:13:01

1:13:01

NC State TRIO Alum Khalia Braswell travels back to campus for this podcast in May 2019. After graduation in 2013, Khalia quickly became a power player at Apple, motivational speaker on the Ted Talk stage and highly acclaimed entrepreneur and social activist for her business INTech. We are lucky to have Khalia share the secrets of building a profess…

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