Best Robotics Centre Podcasts (2024)

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Ann Melissa Campbell, University of Iowa – Making Delivery Driver Parking More Efficient

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Delivery drivers don’t have it easy when it comes to parking, so how can we improve this? Ann Melissa Campbell, Clement T. and Sylvia H. Hanson Family Chair in Manufacturing productivity and professor of business analytics at the University of Iowa, looks into it. Ann Melissa Campbell’s research focuses on freight transportation, especially on prob…

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Episode 403 - Beyond AI Hype - Trust, Transparency & Security

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As Vice President and CTO, Solutions, for Salesforce ASEAN, Gavin Barfield leads a team of Salesforce engineers across the region to develop and drive integrated technology solutions for Salesforce customers. Gavin works closely with customers in ASEAN on their digital transformations, bringing together the full value of the Salesforce platform to …

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Tracy Hookway, Binghamton University – Cell Research Could Help Us Better Understand How Our Hearts Beat

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When it comes to the heart, we have much research left to do. Tracy Hookway, assistant professor in the biomedical engineering department at Binghamton University, outlines some remaining questions. The focus of our lab is to develop predictive engineered in vitro models of human cardiovascular tissues to interrogate the mechanisms that drive morph…

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Ediz Ozelkan, University of Colorado Boulder – Music Artists Hurt by TikTok Licensing Snafu

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Musical artists are being hurt by a new TikTok licensing snafu. Ediz Ozelkan, lecturer in the media studies department at the University of Colorado Boulder, takes a listen to find out more. I graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2023 with my PhD in media research and practice. I am currently a lecturer in the media studies departme…

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Gerald LeTendre, Penn State University – Will We See Robots in Our Child’s Classroom?

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Is ChatGPT the professor of the future? Gerald LeTendre, Harry Lawrence Batshelet II Chair and professor of educational administration at Penn State University, examines the possibilities. Gerald LeTendre is the Harry Lawrence Batschelet II Chair of Educational Administration at The Pennsylvania State University. He was editor of The American Journ…

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Poisoning AI and Silencing Alexa with Heather Zheng 28:28

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In this episode, we talk to Heather Zheng, who makes technologies that stop everyday surveillance. This includes bracelets that stopped devices from listening and on you, to more secure biometric technologies that can protect us by identifying us by for example, our dance moves. Most famously, Zheng is one of the computer scientists behind Nightsha…

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Amit Kumar, University of Texas at Austin – Conceal Less, Reveal More

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What secrets are you keeping? Amit Kumar, assistant professor of marketing and psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, says maybe it’s better to conceal less and reveal more. Amit Kumar is currently an Asst. Professor of Marketing and Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. Prior to joining the McCombs faculty, he completed a Post…

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Bruce Johnson, Centre College – Benefits of Public Goods Do Not Justify Stadium Subsidies

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Taxpayers are told to ante up to keep sports teams in their cities, but is it worth it? Bruce Johnson, James Graham Brown professor of economics at Centre College, examines this question. Bruce K. Johnson is the James Graham Brown Professor of Economics at Centre College, where he has taught since 1987. He became interested in sports economics when…

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Lindsey Davis, Worcester Polytechnic Institute – Projects Narrow Self-Efficacy Gaps for Women

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Benefits of Project-Based Learning Week: Narrowing self-efficacy gaps for women is crucial. Lindsey Davis, assistant professor of teaching in the humanities and arts department, looks into how projects can do so for female students. I am a broadly trained interdisciplinary scholar of 19th and 20th American history …

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Sarah Stanlick, Worcester Polytechnic Institute – Failing Forward with Project-Based Learning

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Benefits of Project-Based Learning Week: Can a negative project experience still provide benefits to students? And if so, how? Sarah Stanlick, assistant professor in the department of integrative and global studies, answers these questions. Sarah Stanlick, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Integ…

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Ryan Madan, Worcester Polytechnic Institute – The Unexpected (and Expected) Benefits of Projects in the Humanities

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Benefits of Project-Based Learning Week: A capstone project in the arts and humanities fields could have benefits for many types of students. Ryan Madan, associate professor of teaching in the humanities and arts department, determines why. When new acquaintances find out I teach writing, it’s not unusual for them …

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Kimberly LeChasseur, Worcester Polytechnic Institute – Project-Based Learning: More is Better

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Benefits of Project-Based Learning Week: Can too much of a good thing be bad for you? Not when it comes to project-based learning. Kimberly LeChasseur, senior research and evaluation associate, examines why. As a Research & Evaluation Associate with the Center for Project-Based Learning, Kimberly LeChasseur focuses…

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Kris Wobbe, Worcester Polytechnic Institute – Maximizing Learning through High-Impact Practices

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Benefits of Project-Based Learning Week: Developing high-impact practices for students can be beneficial for institutions. Kris Wobbe, associate professor in the department of chemistry and biochemistry, explains why. Kris Wobbe is the Director of WPI’s Center for Project-Based Learning. Most recently she directed …

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Niusha Jones, Boise State University – Cheers to Defeat: How Sports Losses Decide Our Choice of Drinks

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Can your sports team decide which drink you have tonight? Niusha Jones, assistant professor of marketing at the College of Business and Economics at Boise State University, answers this question. Dr. Niusha Jones is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at the College of Business and Economics at Boise State University. Niusha’s academic research foc…

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Diego Luis, Tufts University – Catarina de San Juan

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The story of Asian peoples in the Americas goes back longer than expected. Diego Luis, assistant professor of Latin American history at Tufts University, examines this history through one individual. Diego Javier Luis is an assistant professor of Latin American history at Tufts University. He is the author of The First Asians in the Americas: A Tra…

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Gamergate, Harassment, and Feminist Design with Caroline Sinders 36:30

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In this episode we talk to Caroline Sinders, the human rights researcher, an artist, and the founder of convocation, design and research. We begin by talking about Gamergate, when women were harassed for being gamers. We also talk about what it's like doing high risk research about abusive misogynists online and experiences of doxing. Just to give …

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Gerard Dumancas, University of Scranton – Inexpensive Method to Detect Honey Authenticity

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The honey imported into the U.S. might not be what we think it is. Gerard Dumancas, associate professor of chemistry at the University of Scranton, determines how to tell if it’s pure, or altered. Gerard G. Dumancas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and the Director of the NSF Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, and a C…

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Sophia Tintori, New York University – What Chornobyl’s Worms Teach Us About DNA Damage

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What can worms teach us about carcinogen exposure or chemotherapy? Sophia Tintori, postdoctoral associate in the biology department at New York University, heads to Chornobyl to find out. Sophia Tintori is a postdoctoral associate in the Biology Department at New York University. She was trained in developmental biology, cell biology, and genetics …

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Ernesto Sagas, Colorado State University – The Haitian Crisis and Foreign Intervention

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Haiti is in crisis and foreign security forces are coming to help stabilize the country, but will their help be welcomed? Ernesto Sagas, professor of ethnic studies at Colorado State University, looks at the complexities of the political situation. Dr. Ernesto Sagás is Professor of Ethnic Studies at Colorado State University. He has a Ph.D. in poli…

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Morgan Polikoff, University of Southern California – Why Aren’t Parents as Worried as Experts about COVID’s Effects on Kids?

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Why aren’t parents as worried as experts about COVID’S effect on children? Morgan Polikoff, professor of education at the University of Southern California, reads up to find out. Morgan Polikoff is a professor of education at USC Rossier School of Education and Co-Director of USC EdPolicy Hub. Why Aren’t Parents as Worried as Experts about COVID’s …

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Episode 402 - AI Security - Backdoors and Poisoned Data

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In this interview at Black Hat Asia 2024, we spoke with Adrian Wood and Mary Walker, security engineers from Dropbox, about the critical issues surrounding AI security, backdoors, and malware. Adrian and Mary explained that many users rely on pre-existing machine learning (ML) models from public repositories rather than creating their own. This int…

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Daniel Lewis, California Institute of Technology – Redwoods: Adaptive Giants

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Some species will adapt to a warming world. Daniel Lewis, lecturer in the humanities and social sciences division at the California Institute of Technology, details one. Daniel Lewis is a college professor, writer, and environmental historian in Southern California. He is also the Dibner Senior Curator for the History of Science and Technology at t…

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Jacob Sawyer, Alma College – Examining Myths About Grief and Bereavement

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Grief carries many myths. Jacob Sawyer, assistant professor of psychology at Alma College, determines what’s real and what’s not. Jacob Sawyer is a counseling psychologist interested in factors related to mental health and well-being. His background and training as a clinician strongly inform his approach to his work as a faculty member. His career…

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Scott Malia, College of the Holy Cross – What Makes Bad Movies So Good?

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All bad movies are bad, but what makes some also so-bad-they’re-good? Scott Malia, associate professor and chair in the department of theatre & dance at the College of the Holy Cross, watches and reports back. Scott Malia is an Associate Professor of Theatre whose specialties include LGBTQ+ Theatre, Comedy, Television, Horror Films and Cult Films. …

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Matthew Cronin, George Mason University – Why Current Approaches to Workplace Mental Health Aren’t Working

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Current approaches to workplace mental health aren’t working. Matthew Cronin, professor of management at the Donald G. Costello College of Business at George Mason University, explores how to change this. Matthew A. Cronin is a professor of management at George Mason University. He received his PhD in organizational behavior from Carnegie Mellon Un…

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Shinwon Noh, University of St. Thomas – Pathways of Peer Influence on Major Choice

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Studio headshot of Shinwon Noh, Visiting Faculty of Entrepreneurship within the Opus College of Business, taken August 16, 2021 in St. Paul. On University of St. Thomas Week: Did you choose your major based on peer pressure? Shinwon Noh, assistant professor of entrepreneurship, says maybe so. Shinwon Noh, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Schul…

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Values-based recruitment in Adult Social Care, (Part three) 36:07

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Values-Based Recruitment and Adult Social Care (Part three) By the Centre for Care and IMPACT Host: Laura Griffith, Deputy Head of National Embedding, IMPACT Guests: Paul Rooney- Professional Adviser, Northern Ireland Social Care Council Alison Upton- Learning and Development Manager at Scottish Social Services Council Andrew Bell- Programme Manage…

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Values-based recruitment in Adult Social Care (Part two) 44:26

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Values-Based Recruitment and Adult Social Care, part 2 Host: Laura Griffith, Deputy Head of National Embedding, IMPACT Guests: Paul Rooney- Professional Adviser, Northern Ireland Social Care Council Alison Upton- Learning and Development Manager at Scottish Social Services Council Andrew Bell- Programme Manager, WeCare Wales, Social Care Wales Jon …

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Mahak Nagpal, University of St. Thomas – Technosolutionism

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Studio portrait of Mahak Nagpal taken on October 11, 2023, in St. Paul. On University of St. Thomas Week: Not everything needs a technological solution. Mahak Nagpal, assistant professor of ethics & business law and the Opus College of Business, says sometimes a human solution should come first. Dr. Mahak Nagpal is an Assistant Professor in the Dep…

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Episode 401 - Episode 2 - Security & Risk Professional Insight Series 2024

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Now in its fourth year we'll be starting this year's series at a heightened time of risk and significant activity across the security domain - the opening episodes will be discussing how these events impact private security and emergency services and what may be the broader requirements and implications. To open the series, which will run regular e…

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Christopher Wong Michaelson, University of St. Thomas – Work Worth Loving

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Studio portrait of Christopher Michaelson taken on September 20, 2023, in St. Paul. On University of St. Thomas Week: Do humans need to work? Christopher Wong Michaelson, Opus distinguished professor of principled leadership, looks into this. Christopher Wong Michaelson is a philosopher with 25 years of experience advising business leaders pursuing…

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The curse of online beauty culture with Ellen Atlanta 33:57

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We’re expected to look amazing online, but also natural. We’re fighting against the gender pay gap, but also spend thousands on cosmetics. In this episode, Ellen Atlanta talks us through the paradoxes of feminism and beauty in the digital sphere. This episode includes an ad for the What Next|TBD podcast.…

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Danielle Ailts Campeau, University of St. Thomas – Entrepreneurship Across American: Supporting Rural Startup Ecosystems

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Studio portrait of Danielle Campeau taken for new faculty during orientation on August 14, 2023, in St. Paul. On University of St. Thomas Week: Entrepreneurs don’t just live in bustling cities and sip chai lattes. Danielle Ailts Campeau, associate dean of the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship and a clinical professor of entrepreneurship, considers…

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Seth Ketron, University of St. Thomas – The Marketing Power of VR

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Studio portrait of Seth Ketron, Assistant Professor of Marketing, taken on July 24, 2023, in St. Paul. On University of St. Thomas Week: Don’t like what’s going on in the real world? Maybe try a virtual one instead. Seth Ketron, assistant professor of marketing, explores through a marketing lens. Dr. Seth Ketron’s research interests encompass infor…

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Episode 400 - Episode 1 - Security & Risk Professional Insight Series 2024

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Now in its fourth year we'll be starting this year's series at a heightened time of risk and significant activity across the security domain - the opening episodes will be discussing how these events impact private security and emergency services and what may be the broader requirements and implications. To open the series, which will run regular e…

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Lindsey Swierk, Binghamton University – Lizard Adaptations Through the Lens of Organismal Ecology

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On Binghamton University Week: How do reptiles of different sexes solve the same problem in different ways? Lindsey Swierk, assistant research professor of biological sciences at the Harpur College of Arts and Sciences, takes a closer look at anoles. Swierk studies the behavior and ecology of species in a changing world. Her work primarily focuses …

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Adam Session, Binghamton University – Deciphering Polypoid Genome Ancestry

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On Binghamton University Week: Untangling the evolution of hybrid plants can be tricky. Adam Session, assistant professor of biological sciences, looks into some. Dr. Session is currently an assistant professor at the Binghamton University Harpur School of Arts and Sciences His research focuses on genome evolution with a focus on polyploidy and tra…

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Episode 399 - Ask the Hackers session on the Dark Stage - interview with Ethical Hacker

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We speak with Alina Tan, Ethical Hacker and Security Architect based in Singapore. Alina is a former Top 30 Women in Cybersecurity Singapore (now the Top Women in Security ASEAN Region Awards). GISEC Global 2024 attracted more than 20,000 attendees from over 130 countries to the Dubai World Trade Center. Taking place over three days, April 23-25, t…

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Episode 398 - Filipino spokesperson for Armed Forces advocating for international cybersecurity collaboration

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We speak with Col Francel Margareth Padilla-Taborlupa, Armed Forces of the Philippines Spokesperson. A C4S Officer with 27 years experience in Technology and Security, Francel is an International Lecturer, Moderator/Panelist and experienced Information Technology Professional with a demonstrated history of working in the Army Management Information…

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Episode 397 - Milipol Asia Pacific - TechX Summit 2024 strategic partner highlights

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We speak with THNG, Chin Hwee, Vice President, Public Safety & Security, ST Engineering and NG Yeow Boon, Deputy Chief Executive (Development), HTX at the inaugural Milipol Asia-Pacific - TechX Summit (MAP-TXS) that took place from 3 to 5 April 2024 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore. Co-organised by Singapore’s HTX, GIE Milipol, and Come…

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Vipul Lugade, Binghamton University – Using Smartphones to Assess Older Adults Fall Risk

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On Binghamton University Week: Preventing falls is crucial for older adults. Vipul Lugade, associate professor of physical therapy, looks at improving balance for seniors. Vipul Lugade joined the Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences in September 2021. He is the director of the Motion Analysis Research Laboratory and an associate professor …

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Peter Gerhardstein, Binghamton University – Assessing Problematic Digital Media Consumption

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On Binghamton University Week: How much digital media is too much? Peter Gerhardstein, professor of psychology, examines a new way to measure overuse. Investigation of the perceptual and attention processes that influence the formation of our perceptions of the visual world and of visual memories, and exploration of the structure and content of vis…

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Lauren Dula, Binghamton University – Checkout Charity Boom

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On Binghamton University Week: Do you give to charitable causes at the register? Lauren Dula, assistant professor of public administration, explores this phenomenon. Dr. Dula is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Public Administration and Policy at the College of Community and Public Affairs. Her research focuses on gender, equit…

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Shamma Alam, Dickinson College – The Hidden Cost of Lockdowns: Implications for Healthcare Access

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Lockdowns had hidden costs for those needing healthcare access. Shamma Alam, associate professor of economics and chairperson of the department of international studies at Dickinson College, explores this. Shamma A. Alam is Associate Professor of Economics and Chairperson of the Department of International Studies at Dickinson College. He is an exp…

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Neeraj Sood, University of Southern California – Why a Simple Treatment Isn’t Reaching Children Who Need It

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11/11/14 Los Angeles, CA USC Schaeffer Photo by: Steve Cohn www.stevecohnphotography.com (310) 277-2054 © 2014 Why is a simple treatment not reaching children who need it? Neeraj Sood, professor in the Price School of Public Policy at the University of Southern California, explores this preventable problem. Neeraj is a professor at the USC Price Sc…

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Gay Ivey, University of North Carolina-Greensboro – Teens and Disturbing Books

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Should we restrict what books children can read? Gay Ivey, William E. Moran distinguished professor in literacy at the University of North Carolina-Greensboro, tells us why not. Gay Ivey is the William E. Moran Distinguished Professor in Literacy at the University of North Carolina-Greensboro. She studies reading engagement among children and young…

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Needlework and History's Hidden Technologies with Isabella Rosner 33:40

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Isabella Rosner, a curator at the Royal School of Needlework and a research consultant at Witney Antiques. Isabella tells us about the evolution of embroidery as a technology, and the complex relationship between needlework and feminism. We use this history to shed light on technology and feminism today. This episode…

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Daniel Douglas, Trinity College – What Do We Know About Micro-Credentials?

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What are micro credentials? Daniel Douglas, lecturer in sociology at Trinity College, explores these. Daniel Douglas is a Lecturer in Sociology & Director of Social Science Research at Trinity College in Hartford, CT. He is also a Senior Researcher at the Education and Employment Research Center at Rutgers University. Douglas’ research focuses on s…

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Shaomin Li, Old Dominion University – Why TikTok Fails to Assure Us It’s Safe

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Why are users concerned about China and TikTok? Shaomin Li, eminent scholar and professor of international business and chair of the department of management at Old Dominion University, takes a look. Shaomin Li is an Eminent Scholar and Professor of International Business at Old Dominion University, where he serves as the Chair of the Management De…

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Abby Chandler, University of Massachusetts Lowell – A Tale of Two Colonists

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How two people react to a situation can bring about startling changes in their lives. Abby Chandler, associate professor of history at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, considers British colonists in the 1700s. Abby Chandler is Associate Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Her second book, “Seized with the Temper o…

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