Best Calvin Chimes Podcasts (2024)

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Calvin's First Writer in Residence Mitali Perkins on her journey to writing and teaching 14:28

10M ago14:28

14:28

Renowned children's writer Mitali Perkins talks about the development of her passion for shaping the minds and hearts of children through stories, and her experience teaching Calvin students in her role as Writer-in-Residence. Interview and editing by Lauren Nyong.

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PitchUp Contest Winner Lauren Holwerda on Nursing, Business and Life 13:09

1+ y ago13:09

13:09

Senior nursing student Lauren Holwerda never thought she was interested in business until she heard about the Calvin StartUp Garage. Now, she's the winner of Calvin's annual PitchUp contest and her business idea — developing a curriculum to help new nurses cope with the emotional demands of the job — is attracting attention. In this episode, she ta…

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Hatfield Prize Winner Emily Steen on Research & Restorative Justice 13:58

1+ y ago13:58

13:58

Cavin Peacemakers Founder and President, Emily Steen, won the Hatfield Prize for her work with the Calvin Prison Initiative. Her time as a student researcher and President of Calvin Peacemakers has prepared her to tackle a new research topic on robust reentry programs for CPI students. Interview and production by Lauren Nyong.…

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Trans at Calvin 24:17

3+ y ago24:17

24:17

Sam talks with senior Jo Newton about their journey to Calvin, and their experiences at Calvin as a trans and nonbinary student.

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After the Election 17:25

3+ y ago17:25

17:25

Following the 2020 presidential election, Claire and Sam check in with students across the political spectrum. Guests this week include Andrew Feikema, Maxim Ziskie, Carleigh Cronkright, and Stephanie Robinson.

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Sewing Seeds of Justice 21:02

3+ y ago21:02

21:02

Claire Murashima sits down with Freshta Tori Jan to talk about Sew True, her company, as well as her journey to Calvin.

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Thy will be done: Professor John Wertz on mental health 20:45

4+ y ago20:45

20:45

Tune in to hear about Professor Wertz's struggle with mental health.

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1 Family 2 Sisters 3 Countries 24:24

4+ y ago24:24

24:24

Amy and Betty Kliewer talk about identity in light of their family history

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Tracing Roots: A conversation with Professor Eric Washington 21:18

4+ y ago21:18

21:18

Our staff interviews history professor Eric Washington about his story.

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Housing Issues in Grand Rapids 20:24

5y ago20:24

20:24

In Calvin Chimes' very first podcast episode, Professor Joe Kuilema and junior Andrew Thomas give their perspectives on housing inequality issues in Grand Rapids. What does housing inequality look like in GR? How has the Calvin community contributed? What should Calvin students do about housing inequality in their city? Find out here, and stay tune…