Best Jon Westfall Podcasts (2024)

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E197: Jon Westfall: Navigating Academic Waters: Insights on Faculty Roles and Challenges 59:05

3d ago59:05

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In this episode Eric interviews Jon Westfall from Delta State University in Cleveland, MS. This conversation delves into Jon's transformation from a tech enthusiast to a psychology professor at Delta State University, highlighting the vital role of education in addressing societal challenges. The discussion explores the intersections between psycho…

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E196: Kody Manke-Miller: Navigating Paths: The Impact of Mentorship in Higher Education 1:00:25

18d ago1:00:25

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In this episode Garth interviews Kody Manke-Miller from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA. This conversation delves into the transformative power of mentorship in academia through two personal accounts. It highlights the pivotal role mentors play in setting high standards while providing warm support, aiding individuals like Kody in tran…

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SB22: Garth and Eric Look Forward, Spring 2024 Sidebar Edition 11:53

24d ago11:53

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In this sidebar episode Eric and Garth reflect on the "state of the podcast" on March 29, 2023. We share our hopes, dreams, and aspirations for PsychSessions, looking to the future.By Garth Neufeld, Eric Landrum

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SB21: Stephen Chew is an Introductory Psychology Author 26:29

29d ago26:29

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In this episode, Garth interviews Stephen Chew about his new writing project, coming on to Sarah Grison's introductory psychology textbook, Psychology in Your Life (along with Ebony Glover).

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E195: Jane Halonen: The one about specialized skills and delivering the goods 39:29

1M ago39:29

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In this episode Eric interviews Jane Halonen from the University of West Florida in Pensacola, FL. We specifically sat down for this interview to discuss Jane's specialized leadership skills, especially when leading national efforts with many moving parts. We discuss her leadership skills and opportunities, and Bill McKeachie's memory is infused in…

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E194: Kenn Barron: Deeply Reflective and Master of Mash-ups with guest host Jane Halonen 57:41

2M ago57:41

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In this episode Eric and special guest host Jane Halonen (University of West Florida) interview Kenn Barron from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA. Our thanks to STP for the opportunity to record this interview at the Annual Conference for Teaching in Portland (October 2023). Kenn shares his background growing up in Delaware and the educ…

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Beyond Teaching S6E4: STP and new challenges, with guest Sue Frantz 47:56

2M ago47:56

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In this episode: We welcome one of our all-time favorite guests, Sue Frantz, to the podcast. Sue talks about her new role as Associate Director of the Society for the Teaching of Psychology (STP). We also get a chance to discuss some of Sue's many contributions to psychology, including multiple blogs, conference presentations, and her published boo…

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Beyond Teaching S6E3: Transitions to and from leadership positions -- and more 28:26

2M ago28:26

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In this episode: It's all about transitions, whether it's the transition to department chair or back again, the transitions with promotions in academia, sabbatical transitions, thoughts about retirement, and even the transition to leave academia for a different workplace. It's about flexibility and accepting gains and losses in any type of substant…

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Beyond Teaching S6E2: Email etiquette, urgency, and academia 24:17

2M ago24:17

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In this episode: We discuss email, including etiquette matters, the joys, and the burdens of email. We address some email strategies for leaders, and we touch on some available email tools that can make your email-life a bit easier.By Susan Nolan, Adeyinka Akinsulure-Smith, Eric Landrum

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Beyond Teaching S6E1: The impressive wisdom of international doctoral students, with Moonkyung Min and Elvine Andjembe Etogho 44:23

2M ago44:23

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In this episode: We have the delightful opportunity to interview two international doctoral students, Moonkyung Min who is from South Korea, and Elvine Andjembe Etogho who is from Gabon in Central Africa. Our conversation touches on language challenges, living outside one's home country, plans for after graduate school, and much more. We engage in …

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E193: An Interview with Members of the APA Guidelines 3.0 Task Force 1:01:18

2M ago1:01:18

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In this episode Eric interviewed six individuals from the American Psychological Association's Guidelines 3.0 Task Force, including Jane Halonen (Chair), University of West Florida, Dave Kreiner, University of Central Missouri, Karen Naufel, Georgia Southern University, Garth Neufeld, Cascadia College, Susan Nolan, Seton Hall University, and Aaron …

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E192: Raechel Soicher, Part 2: Curious, Courageous, Living Life, Contributor 47:23

2M ago47:23

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In this episode Eric interviews Raechel Soicher from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA. In 2022, Raechel became the Assistant Director for Research and Evaluation in the Teaching + Learning Lab. Raechel earned her doctorate during the pandemic and started in an instructor position while also contributing to the Center…

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E191: Kristin Whitlock, Part 2: Family-Oriented, Teacher DNA, "Retirement," and The College Board 57:32

3M ago57:32

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In this Part 2 episode Eric interviews Kristin Whitlock, Director of Assessment for Advanced Placement Psychology at The College Board. Thanks to the Annual Conference on Teaching, this interview was recorded at the ACT 2023 meeting. Kristin shares her "retirement" details from high school teaching after 33 years of service and moves on to new chal…

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E190: ACT 2023 Live Event Featuring Loretta McGregor, Skyler Mendes, Janet Peters, & Jordan Wagge 54:28

3M ago54:28

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In this episode Eric and Garth host an invited panel at STP's Annual Conference on Teaching (ACT) 2023 featuring Loretta McGregor (Arkansas State University), Skyler Mendes (Arizona State University), Janet Peters (Washington State University), and Jordan Wagge (Avila University). This session was organized to explore the diversity of careers and c…

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E189: Todd Joseph: Effective Advocate, Leader of Leaders, Devoted to Psi Beta 59:44

4M ago59:44

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In this episode Garth interviews Todd Joseph from Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, FL. Todd's national leadership stature becomes clear as they discuss the many leadership roles, including Regional Vice President, President, and now the new Executive Director of Psi Beta, his leadership as part of the Committee on Associate and Baccalaureat…

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PP24_11: Fact or fiction: How can students know the difference (Ken Keith) 56:40

4M ago56:40

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 7pm EST speaker is Ken Keith from the University of San Diego. Ken delivered this invited address at the Northeast Conference for Teachers of Psychology in October 2023: "Fact or fiction" How can students know the difference?" Check out more PsychSessions episodes at https://psychsessions.org…

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PP24_10: We are family: My RMPA can be your RMPA (Eric Landrum) 34:00

4M ago34:00

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 5pm EST speaker is Eric Landrum from Boise State University. Eric delivered this invited address at the Rocky Mountain Psychological Association in April 2023: "We are family: My RMPA can be your RMPA"By Eric Landrum

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PP24_09: Research on ADHD and its application in the classroom (Noland White) 47:24

4M ago47:24

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 4pm EST speaker is Noland White from Georgia College & State University. Noland delivered this invited address at the Southeastern Psychological Association in April 2023: "Research on ADHD and its application in the classroom" Check out more PsychSessions episodes at https://psychsessions.org…

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PP24_08: Preventing academic Groundhog Day: Strategies to address predictable difficult concepts (Danae Hudson & Brooke Whisenhunt) 54:06

4M ago54:06

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 3pm EST speakers are Danae Hudson and Brooke Whisenhunt from Missouri State University. They delivered this invited address at the Rocky Mountain Psychological Association in April 2023: "Preventing academic Groundhog Day: Strategies to address predictable difficult concepts" Check out more PsychSes…

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PP24_07: Sinking, swimming, and treading water: What and how should we be training teaching of psychology (Melissa Beers) 42:47

4M ago42:47

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 2pm EST speaker is Melissa (Missy) Beers from the Ohio State University. Missy delivered this Harry Kirke Wolfe lecture at the Southeastern Psychological Association in April 2023: "Sinking, swimming, and treading water: What and how should we be training teaching of psychology?" Check out more Psyc…

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PP24_06: Cultivating student sense of belonging inside and outside of the classroom (Jasmine Mena) 40:05

4M ago40:05

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 1pm EST speaker is Jasmine Mena from Bucknell University. Jasmine delivered the invited address at the Rocky Mountain Psychological Association in April 2023: "Cultivating student sense of belonging inside and outside of the classroom" Check out more PsychSessions episodes at https://psychsessions.o…

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PP24_05: A conversation with Sue Frantz about introductory psychology (Sue Frantz & Garth Neufeld) 24:26

4M ago24:26

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 11am EST speakers are Sue Frantz (Highline College) and Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College). They participated in this conversation hour at the Teaching Introductory Psychology Northwest conference in April 2023: "A conversation with Sue Frantz about introductory psychology" Check out more PsychSession…

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PP24_04: Ignite the fire: Strategies to enhance engagement and belonging in introductory psychology (Bridgette Martin Hard) 44:16

4M ago44:16

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 10am EST speaker is Bridgette Martin Hard from Duke University. Bridgette delivered this invited address at the Teaching Introductory Psychology Northwest conference in April 2023: "Ignite the fire: Strategies to enhance engagement and belonging in introductory psychology" Check out more PsychSessio…

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PP24_03: Maximizing intro psych's ripple effect: The question of content (Garth Neufeld & Sue Frantz) 55:06

4M ago55:06

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 9am EST speakers are Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College) and Sue Frantz (Highline College). They delivered this symposium at the Northeast Conference for Teachers of Psychology in October 2023: "Maximizing intro psych's ripple effect: The question of content" Check out more PsychSessions episodes at ht…

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PP24_02: APA's Introductory Psychology Initiative: The past, the present, and the future of introductory psychology (Jane Halonen & Danae Hudson) 48:34

4M ago48:34

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 8am EST speakers are Jane Halonen (from the University of West Florida) and Danae Hudson (Missouri State University). They presented this symposium at the Southeastern Psychological Association in April 2023: "APA's Introductory Psychology Initiative: The past, the present, and the future of introdu…

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PP24_01: What the best college teachers know (Stephen Chew) 44:48

4M ago44:48

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Welcome to the PsychSessions Podference 2024! Our 7am EST speaker is Stephen Chew from Samford University. Steve delivered this invited address at the Southeastern Psychological Association in April 2023: "What the best college teachers know" Check out more PsychSessions episodes at https://psychsessions.org…

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E188: Christina Maslach: Researcher, Teacher, Advocate, Expert 1:15:27

4M ago1:15:27

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In this episode Garth and Jane Halonen (University of West Florida) interview Christina Maslach from the University of California, Berkeley. This was the West Coast swing of the last leg of the 2023 PsychSessions East Coast Tour. When you have one of the world's leading experts on burnout sit down for a podcast interview, what do you talk about? Bu…

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SB22: An End-of-Year Note from PsychSessions 1:14

4M ago1:14

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In this sidebar, Garth presents some important end-of-year information about PsychSessions, including the opportunity to make a tax-deductible donation. Please consider supporting the continuation of PsychSessions!By Garth Neufeld, Eric Landrum

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S1:E12 Kris Vespia: Infusing Career Exploration and Professional Development Throughout the Curriculum 56:52

5M ago56:52

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In this episode, I interview Kris Vespia from the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay. Kris and I discuss the importance of infusing career development throughout the curriculum and the simple ways faculty without career expertise can include career exploration and professional development in their courses. We play “Guess the Job Title” and talk abou…

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S1:E11 Jordan Troisi: Partnering with Career Services to Integrate Career Preparation into Lab and Content Courses 56:43

5M ago56:43

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In this episode, I interview Jordan Troisi from Colby College. Jordan and I discuss the difference between asking students what they want to “be” and what they want to “do” and the impact family, cultural, and socioeconomic pressures have on students’ career decisions. Jordan describes partnering with a director of career services to redesign a soc…

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S1:E10 Tim Lawson: The Significance of Experiential Learning and the Value of Alumni Engagement 57:18

5M ago57:18

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In this episode, I interview Tim Lawson from Mount St. Joseph University. Tim and I discuss the value of experiential learning and cooperative education in career exploration and professional development, and Tim shares how his department has developed strong connections with alumni who serve as mentors for students and advisors to the department. …

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S1:E9 Jaye Van Kirk: The Power of Portfolios 1:00:01

5M ago1:00:01

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In this episode, I interview Jaye Van Kirk from San Diego Mesa College. Jaye shares fascinating stories of her experiences as a lifelong learner, and we discuss the powerful way she incorporates digital portfolio development in her courses to prepare students to be competitive job applicants. Jaye and I play “Can I Get This Job with an Associate’s …

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S1:E8 Aaron Richmond: Teamwork as a Mechanism for the Development and Demonstration of all Five Skillful Psychology Student Skill Domains 1:04:19

5M ago1:04:19

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In this episode, I interview Aaron Richmond from Metropolitan State University of Denver. Aaron and I discuss skill development, skill transfer, and how he uses teamwork to help students develop cognitive, communication, personal, social, and technological skills, the five skill domains included in The Skillful Psychology Student. Aaron and I play …

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S1:E7 Jane Halonen: Preparing Students to Respond to Misperceptions of the Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology 41:52

5M ago41:52

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In this episode, I interview Jane Halonen from the University of West Florida. Jane is co-author of the book The Psychology Major’s Companion: How to Get You Where You Want to Go with Dana Dunn. Jane and I discuss preparing psychology majors to respond to the microaggressions they face due to misperceptions about the major (it is easy) and the valu…

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S1:E6 David Strohmetz: Combining Career Exploration with Skill Development 52:17

5M ago52:17

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In this episode, I interview David Strohmetz from the University of West Florida. Dave is co-author of the Employable Skills Self-Efficacy Survey, a free web-based survey he developed with Natalie Ciarocco (the star of episode 5). We discuss the importance of providing opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate skills throughout the curr…

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S1:E5 Natalie Ciarocco: The Employable Skills Self-Efficacy Survey 47:48

5M ago47:48

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In this episode, I interview Natalie Ciarocco, a professor and Department Advising Coordinator at Monmouth University. Natalie and I discuss the Employable Skills Self-Efficacy Survey, a free web-based survey she developed with David Strohmetz (the star of episode 6), the optional career preparation course she teaches, and the three career modules …

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S1:E4 Ashley Waggoner Denton and Janet Peters: Plug-and-Chug Skills Resources for Faculty 1:05:49

5M ago1:05:49

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In this episode, I interview Ashley Waggoner Denton from the University of Toronto and Janet Peters from Washington State University. We discuss the joint CABE-STP working group Ashley and Janet co-led and the materials the group created for instructors to easily incorporate the skills from The Skillful Psychology Student into nine core psychology …

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S1:E3 Karen Z. Naufel: The Creation and Uses of the The Skillful Psychology Student: Prepared for Success in the 21st Century Workplace 59:09

5M ago59:09

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In this episode, I interview Karen Z. Naufel from Georgia Southern University. Karen and I have a great time reminiscing about being part of The Skillful Psychology Student working group and discussing the methods the group used to identify the five employer-valued skill domains and 17 corresponding skills psychology undergraduates develop through …

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S1:E2 Brittany Avila: The Misperception that You Cannot do Anything or Make Any Money with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology 51:48

5M ago51:48

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In this episode, I interview Brittany Avila, a faculty member and academic advisor at the University of Nevada, Reno, and host of the Career Journey podcast. Brittany and I discuss how being a first-generation college student motivates her to help students understand through stories that career decisions are not linear. We talk about the mispercept…

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S1:E1 Maya Metser: Career Exploration from the Student Perspective 1:01:00

5M ago1:01:00

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In this episode, I interview Maya Metser, a New York University graduate and host of the Psych Mic podcast. Maya and I discuss how overwhelming the process of career exploration can be for undergraduate students and her decision to explore careers by interviewing professionals who are applying psychology in diverse ways. What began as live events s…

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SB21: PsychSessions Update (December 2023) 16:16

5M ago16:16

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In this bonus episode Eric, Garth, and Corbett discuss the outcomes of a PsychSessions planning day that was held Friday, December 8, 2023 in Boise, ID. If you want to know what PsychSessions is working on, and what our plans are for 2024, this is the "listen."By Eric Landrum, Garth Neufeld, and Corbett Stubbert

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E187: Todd Rose: Persistent, Inspired, Grateful, Accomplished, and Honest 1:12:06

5M ago1:12:06

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In this episode Garth and guest host Jane Halonen (University of West Florida) interviewed Todd Rose, CEO of Populace and former professor from Harvard University (in Cambridge, MA), as part of the 2023 PsychSessions East Coast Tour. Todd is incredibly generous in sharing his past experiences, from his struggles fitting in as a student in high scho…

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E186: Dan Schacter: Memory & Cognition Expert, Golfer, Prolific Author, Did We Mention Golfer? 1:25:56

5M ago1:25:56

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In this episode Garth and guest host Jane Halonen (University of West Florida) interview Dan Schacter from Harvard University in Cambridge, MA. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Dan's undergraduate education occurred at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where his passion for golf continued and he studied psychology. (Later stops in his career wo…

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E185: Virginia Andreoli Mathie: Accomplished, Dedicated, Passionate, and Teacher DNA 1:19:53

6M ago1:19:53

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In this episode Garth and Jane Halonen (University of West Florida) interview Virginia Andreoli Mathie from James Madison University as part of the 2023 PsychSessions East Coast Tour. This is a wonderful retrospective interview with Virginia as she reflects on her career, starting as a teacher to her four younger sisters in the family's barn. Born …

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SB20: Garth Neufeld: 2023 APA International Humanitarian Award Recipient 6:09

6M ago6:09

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On October 20, 2023, Dr. Jaime Diaz-Granados, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the American Psychological Association, presented our very own Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College the APA International Humanitarian Award for his work with the non-profit organization Shared Space For All. This is the audio from that awards ceremony (our thanks to Dav…

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E184: Michael Stoloff: Leader of Leaders, Curious Researcher, Curriculum Expertise, Collaborative DNA 58:42

6M ago58:42

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In this episode Garth and guest host Jane Halonen (University of West Florida) interview Michael Stoloff from James Madison University in Harrisonsburg, VA. Michael currently serves as the Associate Dean of the Graduate School at JMU, but leadership is a thread throughout his career (including associate dean of the college, department chair, direct…

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8 Eric Landrum Boise State University PLUS BONUS AUDIO 24:13

6M ago24:13

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In Season 2, Garth Neufeld chatted with national colleagues about overhauling his Introductory Psychology course. Those conversations got the attention of some PsychSessions listeners who reached out with their own reflections about the Introductory Psychology course. These are their stories, presented here, in Season 3 of IntroPsychSessions.…

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7 Jean Wilson Frederick Community College 24:57

6M ago24:57

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In Season 2, Garth Neufeld chatted with national colleagues about overhauling his Introductory Psychology course. Those conversations got the attention of some PsychSessions listeners who reached out with their own reflections about the Introductory Psychology course. These are their stories, presented here, in Season 3 of IntroPsychSessions.…

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6 Julie Morrison Glendale Community College 30:12

6M ago30:12

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In Season 2, Garth Neufeld chatted with national colleagues about overhauling his Introductory Psychology course. Those conversations got the attention of some PsychSessions listeners who reached out with their own reflections about the Introductory Psychology course. These are their stories, presented here, in Season 3 of IntroPsychSessions.…

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5 Paula Hylton Cannon School 26:26

6M ago26:26

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In Season 2, Garth Neufeld chatted with national colleagues about overhauling his Introductory Psychology course. Those conversations got the attention of some PsychSessions listeners who reached out with their own reflections about the Introductory Psychology course. These are their stories, presented here, in Season 3 of IntroPsychSessions.…

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