Welcome to “Teacher Talks” with Mr. Kurtz As an award-winning (and now retired) high school science teacher with 35 years in public education, I've had the pleasure (or maybe the challenge!) of teaching over 3500 students the wonders of biology and science research. But here's the twist – I've always wondered: where did all those students end up? And more importantly, did I have any impact on their lives? Join me on a journey of discovery as I embark on the ultimate teacher challenge: tracki ...
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Homebrewed Christianity (est. 2008) is #1 Theology podcast on planet earth with Dr. Tripp Fuller. These are vintage interviews put back in circulation for your listening pleasure. Each episode features an extended interview with a different scholar from a variety of perspectives. Enjoy.
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The ultimate goal of this podcast is understanding what it means to be alive, conscious, and free (to choose life). In the first series of interviews, Barry Komisaruk and I discuss biological rhythms, excitation-inhibition balances, self-organized criticality, the nature(s) of pleasure and pain, consciousness, agency, and more. Future podcasts will have discussions with additional scholars, with the goal of going into greater depth than is common practice. Some conversations will be brief, a ...
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Welcome to the Xicana Code Switchers podcast! Your co-hosts are Ariana and Patricia. We are both Xicana, scholar-practitioners in higher education. Each episode we discuss insights, tips, and resources for students and practitioners in higher education with a focus on social justice and platicas.
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Sluts & Scholars is one of Cosmopolitan's "Hot Podcasts to Listen To." Nicoletta Heidegger is a licensed marriage and family therapist and sexologist and she chats with folks from across sexuality, kink, and professional spectrums about desire, pleasure, shame, stigma and (of course) bodily functions. Combining irreverence and expertise, on the docket is anything remotely related to sexual, reproductive and bodily autonomy; from the indigenous menstrual practices of the Hupa Valley tribe, to ...
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TalkSex™ with Gabriela Rosa is the podcast where reproductive health, science, education, self-discovery, love, and lust meet. Sex is so much more than the mere function designed to fulfill the biological imperative of human reproduction. Interwoven in the sexual act there is an even deeper yearning essential to the experience of sexual satisfaction. Inside our greatest inner longings, humans want to, above all, feel - seen, desired, and met within multiple dimensions of our beings. Join Har ...
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Life is an adventure to be LIVED! Does that sing to you? I sure hope so! For that pretty much sums up what this podcast is about ;). A loosely scaffolded, multidisciplinary, contemplative and conversational exploration of the magic and mystery that is the human experience; the edges and curves and angles that give our lives, our identities, our being and doing and having and creating shape and form! I/we go where the road takes us :). Expect everything from deep dives into the differences be ...
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Philip: A Journey Fueled by Passion for the Outdoors (SSHS)
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Philip graduated from Southside High School in 2004. We connected right away, like me, he hailed from Canada, and we shared a deep love for biology and nature. Throughout high school, Philip slowly got over his shyness and got involved in school life. His path was shaped by a series of fortuitous events and a steadfast determination to combine his …
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Kerry: Becoming a Science Professor: Combining Love of Science with Love of Teaching (SSHS)
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When Kerry graduated from South Side High School in 2004, her future was uncertain. Through her passion for science, the guidance of mentors, and a love for teaching, she charted a path to becoming a university professor and researcher. In this episode of Teacher Talks, Kerry offers practical advice for young people, emphasizing that failure isn’t …
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From High School Uncertainty to Lab Success: Melissa’s Scientific Journey (SSHS)
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Melissa, a 2007 graduate of Southside High School in Rockville Centre, now thrives as a staff scientist at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Colorado. Back in high school, she had little idea of what it took to become a scientist and found herself struggling with chemistry—a cornerstone of her current career. Melissa’s journey is a compel…
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David: My Student Became A Science Teacher! (HHS)
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I reconnected with David, a former student who graduated from Huntington High School graduate in 1998 and after university became an award-winning science teacher. We reminisce about the surprise encounter at an education event where I discovered his unexpected career path, given that most of my students don't pursue teaching. David, who is a creat…
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Gabe: In France, a Fulbright Scholar, Now at Stony Brook University Medical School (CHS, Episode 11)
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"Hey everyone! In this episode of Teacher Talks with Kurtz, I chat with Gabe about his incredible journey—from high school research to studying neuroscience on a Fulbright in France, and now pursuing his MD/PhD at Stony Brook University. Tune in to hear how he navigated his path and gain insights for your own academic and career journey. Listen now…
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Amy: A Joyful Journey to Becoming a Medical Professional (CHS)
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From the moment Amy stepped into my high school classroom, her joy and intelligence were immediately evident. With unwavering determination and a clear vision of becoming a medical professional, she dedicated herself to her studies from an early age. Through relentless hard work and a laser-focused mindset, Amy achieved her dream. Today, she proudl…
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Allison: Thoughtful Lancet Science Editor in England (HHS)
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Allison was a founding science research student at Huntington High School completing a cancer research project in 1999 before going to Brandeis University. She pursued her research interests, completing a PhD at MIT. Allison reveals her interesting and circuitous journey that led to her life in England and current job as an editor for the prestigio…
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284 Should Women Get Free Tickets? with Misha Bonaventura from Bonobo Network
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This week features Misha Bonaventura. We talk about sex positive communities, sexy parties, being objectified, consent culture, and also- what is being slut secure?! Misha co-produces Bonobo Network with William Winters. Alongside William, she is passionate about supporting sex positive community and helping people create more pleasure for themselv…
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283 Eat Healthy and F*ck Like a Porn Star with Robby Apples
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This week I am joined by porn performer, filmmaker, and artist Robby Apples. He shares how doing porn and psychedelic medicine helped him to heal his social anxiety. We also talk about what it is really like on set for male performers, overcoming insecurities, empowerment through self love, and why humans struggle with always wanting more, more, mo…
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Sarah Tomchesson, C.S.E. (she/her) advocates for sexual liberation through her work as a sex educator, sex toy evangelist and podcast host. Sarah has spent much of her career shaping legendary sex toy brands, including Pleasure Chest, Babeland, and Lovehoney. Currently she holds the position of Director of Marketing for the iconic Magic Wand brand.…
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Ana: Humble Beginnings in NYC, Hard Work at Columbia University Towards a Bright Future
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Ana, first in her family to attend university, is a prime example of how a motivated person who works hard towards concrete goals can achieve her dreams. Ana graduated from Manhattan Hunter Science High School in 2021. Her academic focus, and desire to take advantage of all the opportunities available to her has set her on a course of to be a medic…
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281 Victims’ Rights: Fighting for Justice with Lisa Bloom
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Lisa Bloom Esquire is an attorney specializing in LGBTQ rights, Civil Rights, sexual harassment and assault cases. Daughter of famous civil rights attorney Gloria Allred, Lisa was raised to help everyday people in their fight for justice. Her firm, The Bloom Firm, continues to focus on fighting for victims of discrimination, harassment and abuse wi…
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Jordan: A Fulbright Scholar in Bolivia after Graduating from the University of Chicago (SSHS)
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I call Jordan the turn around kid. His early years at Commack High School were a struggle for him. But he worked hard to overcome challenges and reached lofty academic heights before graduating in 2017. He went to the University of Chicago with specific academic intentions. He turned those intentions around graduating in a field that he did not int…
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Rena Martine is a women's intimacy coach, former Sex Crimes Deputy District Attorney for the Los Angeles County D.A.'s Office, and author of The Sex You Want: A Shameless Journey to Deep Intimacy, Honest Pleasure, and a Life You Love. Today we answer some listener Q and A’s about non-monogamy. Then, we have a discussion about force and submission f…
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Andrea: Excellence at Eppendorf, a Global Leading Life Science Company (HHS)
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In 1998 Andrea left Huntington High School to study biology at McGill University in Montral, Canada, she came back to Huntington and using her talent and resiliency she has become Head of Global Digital Marketing Channels at Eppendorf, a global leading life science company that develops and sells products for commercial and academic laboratories. A…
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Caitlin V is a sexologist and researcher who helps people gain confidence and improve sexual performance. For the past decade, Caitlin has empowered thousands of couples from more than 150 countries with her expert knowledge and scientific approach, which no doubt had some role in her YouTube channel reaching more than 450,000 subscribers and 65 mi…
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278 Afterglow: Ethical Porn by Women for Everybody with Lilly Sparks
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Lilly Sparks is the Founder & CEO of afterglow, an ethical porn site designed to help women step into their sexual power. She creates porn you can learn from through sexy videos that are educational but still hot enough to masturbate to. Lilly is an entrepreneur addicted to creating positive change in the world, a believer in the power of shame-fre…
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Andrew: Archeologist in Africa to chemist in Liverpool, New York (SSHS)
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Andrew Zipkin is an analytical chemist at Eurofins EAG Laboratories and President Elect of The Society for Archaeological Sciences. If you had asked him if he would have a career as an archaeologist and chemist when he graduated from Southside High School in Rockville Centre, NY in 2005, I am certain he would have thought that an impossibility (he …
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Introducing The Sex Ed with DB Podcast: The Ultimate Period Episode with Dr. Jen Gunter
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Hey slutty scholars. I’m switching things up a bit today and bringing you a preview of a podcast that I think you’ll love. The podcast is called Sex Ed with DB and you may remember DB from a recent episode! So listen up for a little teaser from DB's podcast featuring a clip from one of her shows: The Ultimate Period Episode with Dr. Jen Gunter. In …
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277 Passport 2 Pleasure: "Healthy" Relationships, Serial Monogamy, and Sex Parties with Ally Iseman
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Ally Iseman is the Founder of Passport2Pleasure.com and has been a speaker, community organizer, and non-monogamy educator and practitioner since 2016. As a certified consent and communication specialist, she uses her proprietary framework The Non-Monogamy Blueprint™ to help curious couples and individuals build the most mutually fulfilling, sustai…
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276 Psychedelic Assisted Therapies with Elowyn J. Samadhi, PhD
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Tune in for a deep chat about psychedelic research, psychedelic assisted therapies, trauma healing, and more! Our guest Elowyn Samadhi, PhD (she/they) is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of PTSD and other trauma-related disorders. She works in private practice and at Sage Integrative Health, a holistic psychedelic c…
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Finding Her Way: Jessica's Path from STS Winner to Journalism (SSHS)
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Jessica, who graduated in 2002 from Southside High School in Rockville Centre, NY. Jessica is who I call a milestone student. A student that a teacher can never forget because she is associated with a special first-time achievement. In Jessica's case it was here becoming an Intel Science Talent Search Finalist (now Regeneron STS). Jessica reveals t…
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275 Shades of Non-Monogamy with Melissa and Wayne LeSane
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Melissa and Wayne have been non-monogamous since day one of their 20 year relationship. They are married and doing life in Los Angeles with their five children & together they are the Creator & Co-Creator of Shades of Non-Monogamy- a supportive resource for folks who are curious about, exploring or actively navigating non-monogamy. Shades is also a…
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Mazdak, who graduated from Huntington High School in 1998, is a student I could never forget. His optimistic and grateful nature stems from his immigrant roots. In high school he was obsessed with building a model solar powered airplane. That obsession led to an aviation career that has him living in Belgium with his family as an engineer for the U…
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274 The Laughing Couple with Brittany and Ryan Ostofe
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Brittany and Ryan Ostofe are a married couple who have been together for over a decade and they host the podcast The Laughing Couple. With their #1-ranked podcast, they have become trusted voices in discussing the challenges and joys of marriage, parenthood, and relationships. They also recently founded TEME, a modern sexual wellness and education …
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273 Lorals: Oral Sex Undies with Melanie Cristol
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This week I am welcoming Melanie Cristol. Named as one of Entrepreneur Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Women of 2022, Melanie is the inventor of Lorals, the world’s first oral sex undies. Designed to look and feel like silk lingerie, Lorals combine fashion with material science, utilizing 700% multi-directional stretch at just six hundredths of a m…
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Isabella the SPACEX ROCKET ENGINEER (CHS)
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Isabella was my high school student, she took a course with me called science research. After graduating from high school in 2017 she went on to study Mechanical Engineering at Rochester Institute of Technology. I tracked her down to catch up and found after going through work internships at university she settled into a job at SpaceX. Its so cool …
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272 Sex Ed with DB: Masturbation Research and The State of Sex Ed in the US
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Use code sands to get 50% off the yearly pass https://beducate.me/pd2406-sands In this episode, I interview Danielle Bezalel, MPH, aka DB. She is the Creator, Executive Producer, and Host of the Sex Ed with DB podcast, a feminist podcast bringing you all the sex ed you never got, centering LGBTQ+ and BIPOC experts. Danielle earned a Master of Publi…
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271 Spicy Audio with Dipsea's Gina Gutierrez
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Gina Gutierrez is an empathy-driven entrepreneur with her sights set on reimagining and prioritizing female pleasure. As the co-founder at Dipsea, a people-powered story studio that produces a wide range of erotic, female-focused audio content, she’s passionate about demonstrating why sexual wellness s is essential, and how storytelling and imagina…
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In 2018, Trevor was my high school science student. I recently tracked him down and coincidently, he just graduated from the US Airforce Academy, got his pilot wings and now is starting his training to fly the KC-135 Stratotanker, a military aerial refueling tanker aircraft. I wanted to find out about his journey and get advice for parents and youn…
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270 XBIZ: The World Leader in Adult Industry News with Sara Ramirez
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Hope you had a lovely hoe-liday! Our first episode of 2024 features Sara Ramirez of Adnet Media (aka XBIZ). Sara Ramirez has been a cornerstone of the adult industry since 2001, bringing over twenty years of passion, expertise, and leadership to the field. As Associate Publisher at Adnet Media (XBIZ), Sara has steered two of the industry's key publ…
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269 Clitoriscious and Awe with Sydney Harris
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Sydney Harris is a sexuality educator, artist, and writer. In early 2020, she founded the sex education website/social media page, Clitoriscious, where she has amassed an audience of almost 70K. Sydney also created the podcast, Clit Talking, where she connects with guests/experts to chat about sexuality, mental health, bodies, and lots more. Recent…
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268 Conscious Play with Thomas Daily aka Major Tom
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Thomas Daily II is a passionate advocate for sexual positivity and personal growth. He has hosted more than 100 events, workshops, and retreats and has witnessed the incredible impact of intentional human connection on personal growth, relationships, and overall well-being. His ability to create a safe and supportive environment empowers participan…
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