Best Institute For Advanced Learning And Research Podcasts (2024)

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Two Years for IALR President Telly Tucker 31:29

2h ago31:29

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IALR President Telly Tucker returns for the one-year anniversary episode of Inside IALR to discuss the biggest successes and lessons learned from his two years with the organization. As IALR continues to grow, Telly explains the level of growth and impact not only regionally but nationally and internationally in areas such as GO TEC, ATDM and Appli…

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Mental Health and Portrayal of Black Women in the Entertainment Industry 24:30

7d ago24:30

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Social messaging in the media may impact self-perception as well as socialized scripts about people, sometimes perpetuating stereotypes. Dr. Jasmine Ross discusses the work in transforming the portrayal of women in the entertainment industry by promoting accurate, nuanced, compassionate, and impactful stories. Dr. Jasmine Ross’ Contact: Website - w…

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Music Therapy in Canada’s Smallest Province 15:52

9d ago15:52

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In this episode, we are speaking with Shona Pottinger about what it’s like to offer music therapy services in the smallest province in Canada, Prince Edward Island. Shona tells us more about internship opportunities with Singing Sands Music Therapy and her journey to becoming a music therapist. Here is a little more about Shona: Shona founded Singi…

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Advancing Equity in Mental Healthcare with the Access Psychology Foundation 29:15

15d ago29:15

29:15

Advancing mental health equity and offering opportunities as part of the psychology workforce pipeline is so critical. The Access Psychology Foundation is: offering training and scholarships for students as well as professionals who are interested in learning about evidence-based treatments (EBTs) such as CBT and DBT; as well as providing treatment…

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ATDM Career Fair - Partnering for Success 19:50

21d ago19:50

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This episode features Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) Industry Engagement Coordinator Justin Scarce, current ATDM Non-destructive Testing student Brandon Payne and Pegasus Steel Senior Talent Acquisition Manager Bria Major. The ATDM career fair gives employers the opportunity to meet, interview and hire ATDM students. With a re…

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Pride Series: Disrupting Colonial Ideology in Psychological Theory and Practice 29:39

22d ago29:39

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As part of the Pride Month Series, Hisham Nsier discusses with us why it’s important to have an intersectional and decolonial lens in psychology and the importance of exploring scholarly texts beyond what is taught in mainstream textbooks. Hisham Nsier’s Contact: X: @mindfulmoment98 Resources: Decolonize Palestine Reading List - https://decolonizep…

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How Science Views Energy Healing 19:03

30d ago19:03

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Send us a Text Message. 📖 Modern Scientific Definition ⚡ Biofield: Invisible electromagnetic field around bodies 🛠️ Therapies: Tools or modalities with health benefits 🧬 Science vs. Energy Healing 🔬 Reductionist model in science: Tissues, cells, atoms 💡 Challenge: No standard device to measure energy (aura, chakras) 🌍 Potential of Biofield Therapie…

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Pride Series: Beyond the Binary for Queer POC and Expanding our View on Identity 30:10

29d ago30:10

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As part of the Pride Month Series, we discuss the restrictive nature of gender binary. It is an idea of categorization where there are only two genders, male and female, which simply doesn't reflect the rich tapestry of human experiences and especially for queer communities. in this episode, Dr. Nadia Alsamadi explores with listeners the ideas of p…

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Pride Series Announcements 4:40

29d ago4:40

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Pride Series Announcements! Sources: https://www.history.com/topics/gay-rights/pride-month https://www.apa.org/pi/oema/resources/ethnicity-health/psychologists/anneliese-singh https://www.stjohns.edu/academics/faculty/beverly-greene https://www.gc.cuny.edu/people/kevin-nadal Continuing Education: https://www.tmcinstitute.org/continuing-education ht…

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The Gold Standard of Economic Historians 1:12:58

28d ago1:12:58

1:12:58

Stefan Link, a 2023-24 CASBS fellow, chats with Barry Eichengreen, a 1996-97 CASBS fellow and world renowned for his expertise at the nexus of international economics and economic history. They discuss some of Eichengreen's most prominent works — including "The European Economy Since 1945," which emerged from his CASBS experience, and "Golden Fette…

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How A Doctor Uses Energy Healing: A Holistic Medical Approach 33:21

1M ago33:21

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Send us a Text Message. How A Doctor Uses Energy Healing: A Holistic Medical Approach Dr. Mansi is also a certified YogaBody Breath Coach, Health Coach, Nutrition Therapist, and professional classical Indian dancer. She loves experimenting in the kitchen, motivational writing, and getting lost in nature’s meditations. Website: https://www.drmansivi…

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Learning to solve problems: the Academy for Engineering and Technology 29:28

1M ago29:28

29:28

A two-year, dual-enrollment program housed at IALR, the Academy for Engineering and Technology (AET) provides experiential learning activities focused on theory and design. This episode features AET’s Coordinator and Engineering Instructor, John Hatchett, 2016 graduating AET class and current PhD student, Shelita Hall and 2024 AET graduate Caleb Pe…

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AAPI Heritage Series: Owning Multicultural Identities and Finding Community with AAPA 30:33

1M ago30:33

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Lived experiences are so vital to truly appreciating the breadth of human experience especially as professionals in mental health. As part of the AAPI Heritage series, Dr. Lauren Yang will be sharing her lived experience with mental health, advocacy, and leadership and the community of professional spaces such as the Asian American Psychological As…

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The Future of Community-Driven Research with Jen Brown, MPH, & Sherida Morrison, MS, MA 25:51

1M ago25:51

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Since 2008, Northwestern University’s Alliance for Research in Chicagoland Communities (ARCC) has been bridging the gap between medical research and local communities. In this episode, ARCC Director Jen Brown, MPH, and ARCC Associate Director Sherida Morrison, MS, MA, discuss the benefits of a community-engaged approach for both scientists and comm…

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Journey of an Extraordinary Soul: Spiritual Perspective on Life and Death 18:29

1M ago18:29

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast is dedicated in loving memory of Cynthia De Leon. She was a Senior Trainer of Pranic Healing in the US East Coast for more than 30 years. Cynthia inspired people to be extraordinary in whatever they do, helping them hone their innate gifts and providing tools and technology that make them grow into becoming a be…

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Journey to Authenticity: Overcoming Childhood Labels, Diving into Fear, and Embracing Change 38:52

1M ago38:52

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Send us a Text Message. Josue Marbach is a pranic healer and arhatic yoga practitioner who owns a mobile business that offers convenient at-home vehicle services. He is passionate about personal development, and aspires to share his insights and teachings with people around the world. Josue's Links: https://www.facebook.com/InevitableTransformation…

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AAPI Heritage Series: Exploring Disordered Eating with AAPI Clients 37:59

2M ago37:59

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Even though there is low prevalence of eating disorders in Asian Americans, it doesn’t mean that there are those who still do suffer from this condition. As part of the AAPI Heritage series, Runjhun Pandit will be exploring with us ways to explore and having conversations about disordered eating with AAPI clients. Runjhun Pandit’s Contact: Website …

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The National Music Therapy Institute 39:45

1M ago39:45

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In this episode, we are speaking with Suzanne Caron about her unique journey in becoming a music therapist and how the National Music Therapy Institute, a not for profit, was established. Suzanne shares details about the unique approach offered by the Institute's pilot projects, along with an invitation to contribute to their dynamic website develo…

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The Wonder Community of Lifelong Learning 17:11

2M ago17:11

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The Wonder Community is a lifelong learning program where members join to meet curious people and learn new things. A great network for people of all ages, Wonder provides all types of workshops and skill development opportunities. Brian Stanley, Advanced Learning Program Coordinator, discusses how Wonder got started, shares what makes the communit…

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A Bridge Between Science and Energy Healing: Pranic Healing Research Institute 19:38

2M ago19:38

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Send us a Text Message. 🔍 Delve into the groundbreaking work of the Pranic Healing Research Institute (PHRI), unraveling the mysteries of energy healing and its tangible effects on pain management, fertility, and microbiome health. 📊 Discover how Pranic Healing, guided by Master Choa Kok Sui's teachings, transcends traditional medicine, offering ev…

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AAPI Heritage Series: South Asian American Women’s Mental Health 39:44

2M ago39:44

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As part of the AAPI Heritage series, Dr. Ahmed will be exploring with us how South Asian women may carry more burdens than they might even be aware of. So when working with South Asian clients, as therapists, there are vital considerations to help the healing process unfold. Dr. Samina Ahmed Jauregui’s Contact: Website - www.drahmedhealthpsych.com …

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AAPI Heritage Series: Connecting Mental and Physical Health for AAPI Populations 28:44

2M ago28:44

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Sometimes when AAPI clients first encounter mental health issues, it may occur in the medical context. It can be helpful for mental health professionals to consider the importance of the mental and physical health connection. Additionally, speaking to different reasons for why mental health treatment may be needed and addressing different component…

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DO NOT enter the Spiritual Path until You Know This: Important Lessons Learned 55:13

2M ago55:13

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Send us a Text Message. With over 15 years of experience in Pranic Healing and Arhatic Yoga, Jose Campos is committed to spiritual growth and community service. With experience as a coach in business & leadership management consulting, Jose bring expertise in guiding individuals and teams toward success. Additionally, Jose plays a significant part …

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AAPI Heritage Series 2024 5:41

2M ago5:41

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AAPI Heritage Series 2024 announcements! Sources: https://aapaonline.org/about/history/ https://www.apa.org/about/governance/president/former-presidents https://www.apa.org/pi/oema/resources/ethnicity-health/psychologists/true https://www.apa.org/pi/oema/resources/ethnicity-health/psychologists/derald-wing-sue https://asianamericanhistory101.libsyn…

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Arab American Heritage Series: Music, Mental Health, and Identity 26:15

2M ago26:15

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As part of the Arab American Heritage Series, we explore a fascinating discussion with Manal Toppozada, a licensed music therapist about the unique applications of music therapy, mental health, and identity. In particular, we also explore cultural influences of how we think about our own musical identity and most importantly how music can be a part…

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A Scholar's Commitment to Workers' Economic Justice 50:44

2M ago50:44

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Labor historian & 2023-24 CASBS fellow Gabriel Winant in conversation with 2018-19 CASBS fellow Ruth Milkman, among the nation's most renowned sociologists of labor. In addition to interrogating divisions within and segmentation across labor markets in recent decades, Milkman also has remained attuned to the complexity of the overall working class …

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A New Leader for Southern Virginia's Premier Conference Center 16:07

2M ago16:07

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We welcome Tracy Fink, IALR's new Vice President of the Institute Conference Center (ICC), to the team. Tracy explains how her background and experience have prepared her for this role, what grabbed her attention about this opportunity to work with the ICC and outlines her overarching vision for Southern Virginia's premier event venue. She also hig…

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Arab American Heritage Series: A Discussion on Applied Science with a Lebanese Psychologist 44:35

2M ago44:35

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As part of the Arab American Heritage Series, we explore a fascinating discussion with Dr. Moussa Rogers about applied science ranging from community and intervention work, to cross-cultural collaboration, and a critical importance in thinking about individualism and collectivism beyond a binary construct especially with many cultures, AMENA popula…

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Arab American Heritage Series: Understanding and Empowering Palestinian Clients 24:54

2M ago24:54

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As part of the Arab American Heritage Series, we want to highlight the Palestinian experience in this episode. We discuss with Dr. Shirin the Palestinian Diasporic experience and how healing might take place. Dr. Shirin is also leading a project to connect Palestinians with mental trained health therapists. Dr. Shirin’s Contact: https://www.thedias…

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The Easiest and Happiest Way to Parent Childen: Heart-Centered Parenting 47:18

2M ago47:18

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Send us a Text Message. ❤️ Heart-centered parenting is about fostering a deep connection between parent and child. 🧠 It involves building neural pathways from the heart to the brain, creating a default mode of love and understanding. 🤝 Parenting becomes a partnership between the heart and brain, fostering a spiritual essence between parent and chil…

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The Impact of Music Therapy in a Pediatric Hospice Care 27:51

3M ago27:51

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In this episode, we are speaking with Kristen DiMarco about her journey to becoming a music therapist and her specialization in pediatric hospice work. Kristen also tells us more about her vision for the future of the profession of music therapy in Canada. Here is a little more about Kristen: Kristen DiMarco, a certified Music Therapist and Registe…

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GO TEC - Generating Talent for Virginia 40:25

3M ago40:25

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"The needs across Virginia and the nation are the same. We need to expose students to opportunities earlier, change parents’ mindsets about some of these opportunities, and then bring the voice of business and industry into the classroom. GO TEC is designed to do each of those things and more.” - Dr. Julie Brown, Vice President of Advanced Learning…

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Arab American Heritage Series Announcements 2:45

3M ago2:45

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We are now in the month of April and that means it is Arab American Heritage month. So, as we are making preparations to publish a series of episodes in appreciation of the amazing contributions by Arab American psychologists, here’s a brief history of how Arab American Heritage month became officially recognized as well as some information about a…

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Connecting People to Resources and Improving Health Outcomes: the REACH Partnership 24:24

3M ago24:24

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The Regional Engagement to Advance Community Health (REACH) Partnership is a systems approach to improve community health. In this episode of Inside IALR, we speak REACH Program Manager Dr. Cassandra Shelton, Regional Coordinator for the Health Collaborative Maggie Richardson, and Care Coordinator and certified Community Health Worker Cindi Poteat …

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Applying Liberation Psychology in your Clinical Practice 37:10

3M ago37:10

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For decades, mainstream psychology has focused on the individual, treating problems like anxiety or depression within a personal context. But what if your struggles aren't just about you? What if they're connected to bigger social issues like poverty, racism, or discrimination? That's the central question liberation psychology asks. Dr. Natalia Báe…

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Approaching Psychology with Science and Heart: A 4th Gen Mexican-American Psychologist's Experience 34:31

3M ago34:31

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Join Dr. Medina, a Los Angeles-based, 4th Generation Mexican-American/Latina Psychologist as she takes us on a journey through her origin story and development into the psychologist she is now. Our conversation highlights a "both, and" type of story of being a multifaceted person--one of both adversity and empowerment, struggle and success, being c…

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Bridging Adaptive Algorithms and the Public Good 42:23

3M ago42:23

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Pulitzer Prize-winning tech journalist John Markoff chats with 2022-23 CASBS fellow Nathan Matias about often-overlooked public interest questions and concerns regarding the deployment of tech platform algorithms and AI models. Specifically, Matias is a player in filling the two-way knowledge gaps between civil society and tech firms with an eye on…

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Research into Digital Well-Being and Support for Informal Caregivers 25:00

4M ago25:00

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In this episode, we are speaking with Annabelle Brault who shares with us about her journey to becoming a music therapist along with why she has chosen to focus her published research around clinical work with informal caregivers. Annabelle also tells us more about why she has chosen to study digital well being as part of her doctoral work. Here is…

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CNC Machining Innovation Lab 26:08

4M ago26:08

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The “Inside IALR” team showcases the CNC Innovation Lab inside the Center for Manufacturing Advancement (CMA) with CMA Operations Manager Kevin Thompson and CNC Technologist Jeremiah Williams. This episode highlights how the 5,791-square-foot CNC Machining Innovation Lab enables new and existing businesses to evaluate their processes, build out imp…

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Building BIPOC Community in Psychoanalysis 43:40

4M ago43:40

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In today's episode, we're diving into the world of creating BIPOC spaces for psychoanalysis. As traditional psychoanalysis has often overlooked the experiences of BIPOC communities, for those that are interested in exploring theory and practice, it can be challenging finding community. Dr. Meiyang Kadaba, shares her journey and effort in creating a…

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Advancing Gender Equity in Biomedical Research with Nicole Woitowich, PhD 26:35

4M ago26:35

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It has been 30 years since the NIH revitalization act was signed into law. This landmark legislation passed by Congress in 1993, required the inclusion of women and minorities in federally funded research. In this episode, Nicole Woitowich, PhD, Executive Director of NUCATS Institute talks about this milestone, how it has reshaped the landscape of…

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Culturally Responsive Neuropsychology Using the ECLECTIC Model 35:55

4M ago35:55

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The world is a diverse place, and brains are too! Cross-cultural neuropsychology explores how culture and ethnicity shape the way our brains work and how we think. Dr. Eman Rettig will discuss the ECLECTIC model, a framework for conducting culturally responsive neuropsychological evaluations even before the testing process occurs. Dr. Eman Rettig’s…

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The Most Powerful Technique to Healing Family's Trauma: Generational Healing 39:50

4M ago39:50

39:50

Send us a Text Message. 💫 Discover the power of generational healing to transform your life and family dynamics. 🧬 Explore how epigenetics and energy work can break inherited patterns and create new ones. 🌿 Learn from real-life examples of clients experiencing profound transformations. 🌈 Hear about the journey of personal and familial healing, lead…

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How Facing Trauma Can Lead to Growth 44:15

4M ago44:15

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Frustrated with the limitations of mental health treatments for BIPOC clients, many BIPOC mental health providers have had to forge their own path. In this episode, Dr. Huh shares how healing past trauma, particularly understanding parent-child conflicts, can unlock a more fulfilling present. Additionally, Dr. Huh delves into her own journey, the p…

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Black History Month: Exploring and Differentiating ADHD & Mood Symptoms in African American Clients 34:15

4M ago34:15

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ADHD in the Black and African American population tends to be under diagnosed or overlooked compared to white peers. The interconnected and cumulative effects of systems and biases might play a role. In this episode, we explore these ideas with Casey Redus about the potential of overlooked ADHD diagnoses in the Black and African population as well …

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The Power of Medical Qigong: A Doctor's Amazing Healing Results 58:37

4M ago58:37

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Send us a Text Message. 🌟 Join us on an extraordinary journey with Dr. Michael Yanuck as he explores the profound impact of external medical qigong. From veteran rehabilitation to chronic pain management, discover the transformative potential of biofield therapies. 💫 🧠 Delve into Michael's experiences working with traumatic brain injuries, opioid d…

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Black History Month: Honoring the Experience of Black Women in Behavioral Health Leadership 28:35

4M ago28:35

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It is a conundrum that often many Black women in behavioral health leadership face, their visibility or lack thereof, and sometimes without a choice. And yet both choices come with challenges that must be addressed if we truly want to create the next generation of inclusive leaders. In this episode, we explore bringing identity into the workplace a…

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Unlocking Success with Energy Healing: Transformative Strategies for Entrepreneurs & Leaders 34:15

4M ago34:15

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Send us a Text Message. 👤 Noilyn Mendoza, a certified Pranic healer, executive coach, and organizational strategist who blends Energy Medicine coaching with business Consulting to support heart-centered entrepreneurs and socially driven organizations. 🌱 Noilyn's Mission: Sustainable growth, impactful leadership, and value-aligned success for organi…

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A Social Science of Caregiving 1:04:20

4M ago1:04:20

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Recorded before a live audience, Margaret Levi, Alison Gopnik, & Anne-Marie Slaughter discuss a CASBS project, "The Social Science of Caregiving," which is reimagining the philosophical, psychological, biological, political, & economic foundations of care and caregiving. The goal is a coherent empirical and theoretical account or synthesis of care …

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Coming Full Circle as an Intern 22:44

4M ago22:44

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The "Inside IALR" team sits down with three former interns, Mitchell Doss (Applied Research), Cassidy Pruitt (Communications) and Lleyton Barber (Economic Development), to discuss what led them to their internship with IALR, what the process was like and their experience (3:15). They realize that they have come full circle from being an intern to b…

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