Conversations about technical communication: professional development, career opportunities, program highlights from SVSU's Rhetoric & Professional Writing department, interviews with alumni and others.
…
continue reading
Discussions of learning and living in the academic programs sponsored by the Department of Rhetoric & Professional Writing (RPW) at Saginaw Valley State University in Michigan. Features interviews with students, faculty, staff, friends, and alumni. Interested in careers in writing and design, media, publishing, and content creation? We have what you are looking for.
…
continue reading
Everything outdoors on the Great Plains of North America! From fishing and hunting, to camping and hiking, we cover it here! Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald look forward to interviewing intriguing guests about all sorts of topics on the Great Plains Outdoors. Grandpa Fish, award winning outdoor writer, Brent Frazee joins us each month for the Grandpa Fish angling report and to talk all things fishing on the Great Plains Outdoors! Join us for information and conversation from the Dakot ...
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
One Million Ducks with Scott Vance Director at Delta Waterfowl ep51
55:22
55:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:22
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald visit with the Director at Delta Waterfowl, Scott Vance. We'll talk about conservation, waterfowl, habitat, and what it takes to ensure ducks are in the flyway and our hunter's heritage is there for the long haul. Thanks for tuning in, please tell your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast, and leave…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
KS Public Lands with Brian Serpan ep50
1:01:16
1:01:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:16
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald spend some time with public lands manager Brian Serpan at the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. Tune in and take a listen to the state of the state when it comes to public lands and access in Kansas. Be sure to share the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast with your friends and family, and give us a review wh…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Outdoor Stewards of Conservation with Jim Curcurutos ep49
46:55
46:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:55
Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Executive Director Jim Curcuruto joins hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald to discuss this new organization's mission! Tune in to learn about the HATS (hunters, anglers, trappers, and shooters) who fund conservation in the United States. We'll talk about #fillabag and packing out trash. Thanks for tuning in, and …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Whitetail Outfitting in Kansas with C and S Whitetails ep48
50:15
50:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:15
Join hosts Britanny French and Rob McDonald as they chat with Chayne Onek of C&S Whitetails in the Flint Hills of Kansas. We'll talk about whitetail outfitting in the sunflower state, managing properties for wildlife, and balancing private business with public wildlife. Thanks for tuning in, and tell all your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Walleye Mike and Great Plains Fishing Report with Grandpa Fish ep47
1:02:56
1:02:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:56
Join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald along with regular contributor Grandpa Fish ( Brent Frazee ) for the summer fishing report on the Great Plains Outdoors. Our guest in this episode is the godfather of walleye fishing, Mr. Mike McClelland! Mike McClelland is a top professional walleye fisherman from Pierre, South Dakota. Mike has proven hi…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Turkeys For Tomorrow with Ron & Tes Jolly ep46
1:07:44
1:07:44
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:07:44
Wild turkey populations across North America are in a bad way, and Turkeys For Tomorrow (TFT) is working to find out why. A project born out of passion, and an organization developed to ensure wild turkeys and wild turkey hunting are genuinely a legacy that is passed on. Guests Ron and Tes Jolly have spent their careers in the outdoors, and they re…
…
continue reading
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald visit with Cabelas Pro Staff Angler Journeyy Chau about blue cat fishing in Kansas! Journeyy is a lifelong angler and loves the challenge of pursuing all the different species that Kansas waters have to offer. Be sure to give us a like, and a rating, and tell your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors Podcas…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Growing Walleye with Lucas Kowalewski ep44
58:10
58:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:10
The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks works to provide quality fishing opportunities across the state. For walleye anglers, that can mean quality or fish or quantity of fish, and Kansas has both! Join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald as they visit with Fisheries Supervisor Lucas Kowalewski about all things walleye in Kansas! Be sure to …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Camp Cooking with Wild Game Master Jason Ellsworth and Ellsworth Cooks ep 43
58:45
58:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:45
From wild game meat to fish fillets, Jason Ellsworth of Ellsworth Cooks is a master of camp cooking. Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald spend some time chatting about wild ingredients, the life of a traveling camp chef, and more with Jason. Tune in and listen up - be sure to tell your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors podcast and check ou…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Morel Mushroom Hunting with Mycelium Master Lyndzee Rhine ep42
1:25:30
1:25:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:25:30
Calling all mushroom hunters, foragers, and outdoor enthusiasts! You're not going to want to miss this one! Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald the Modern Wild Man spend some quality time with mushroom and wild foraging expert Lyndzee Rhine of Kansas Wildlife and Parks. Lyndzee is an expert when it comes to foraging wild edibles and loves outdoo…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Kansas One Shot Turkey Hunt with Jarrod Nichols ep41
46:11
46:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:11
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald catch up with Jarrod Nichols of Vista Outdoors. The One Shot event is a tradition celebrating the spring wild turkey hunting season in Kansas! If you're into turkey hunting be sure to tune into our recent episode with renowned turkey researcher Dr. Michael Chamberlain, or a fun turkey hunting episode with cham…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
2023 Spring Fishing Forecast on the Great Plains with Grandpa Fish ep40
43:35
43:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:35
Tune in to find out where the hot spots are for angling this spring on the Great Plains! Our resident fishing expert, and award-winning outdoor writer at the Great Plains Outdoors, Brent Frazee joins hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald. You're not going to want to miss this one! Be sure to tell your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors Podcas…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Wild Turkey Doc, Dr. Mike Chamberlain Talk’n Turkey ep39
1:15:40
1:15:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:15:40
Call'n all turkey hunters! You gotta tune in and listen up! Our guest Dr. Mike Chamberlain (Wild Turkey Doc) joins hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald to talk turkey. We're going to cover the state of turkeys, what's happening across the Great Plains in turkey research, and more! Dr. Chamberlain's new partnership with Mossy Oak and the Wild Turk…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Busting Clays with John Hubener & USA Clay Target League ep38
43:19
43:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:19
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald are joined by guest John Hubener in episode 38 to talk all about the USA Clay Target League. John is the Fundraising Manager for the USA Clay Target League and helps lead the charge, bringing more and more young people into competitive clay target shooting. Thanks for tuning in, be sure to check out the Great …
…
continue reading
Series Host: Dr. Bill Williamson Episode Host: Ethan Day, PTW alumnus Guest: Catherine Shuler, PTW alumnus Topics: RPW, PTW, professional development. Music Credit: "The Concept," from Purple-Planet.com. Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License Link: Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Kansas Wildscape Foundation Working for the Kansas Outdoors with Marc Murrell ep37
46:10
46:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:10
Tune in to join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald with special guest Marc Murrell, Executive Director at the Kansas Wildscape Foundation. Learn how Kansas Wildscape Foundation supports outdoor programs and partnerships to promote the Kansas Outdoors. Kansas Wildscape Foundation works hard to Create Outdoor Opportunities for All in the Kansas O…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Hard Water Fishing Legend Dave Genz and the Grandpa Fish fishing report ep36
55:45
55:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:45
Join hosts Rob McDonald and Brent Frazee on this special winter time angling episode of the Great Plains Outdoors podcast with our guest Dave Genz. Dave Genz is the father of modern ice fishing, pioneering the flip over ice shelter, and utilizing sonar electronics on the ice. Dave went on to help found Clam Outdoors and develop both techniques and …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Camo On The Great Plains with Joe Skinner of Veil Camo in Wichita, KS ep35
55:28
55:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:28
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald take some time to visit with guest Joe Skinner of Veil Camo. Camouflage can make or break a hunt, and hiding during a hunt is more than skin deep. Tune in to find out what makes camo brands like Veil tick. Truly an industry of the Great Plains Outdoors, Veil Camo is based in Wichita KS! Be sure to tell your fr…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Lions and Otters and Bears (in Kansas) OH MY! ep 34
1:08:02
1:08:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:08:02
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald are joined by Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks biologist Matt Peak. Some of Matt's duties include the Kansas pronghorn, and elk herds, but today we focus on the large carnivores and Kansas otter recovery! Thanks for tuning in, be sure to share the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast and www.greatplainsoutdoor…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Endangered Lesser Prairie Chicken with Ted Koch / North American Grouse Partnership ep33
53:41
53:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:41
Take a listen with hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald, along with our special guest Ted Koch (director of North American Grouse Partnership) as we chat about the endangered lesser prairie chicken. It seems that things are stacked against the little prairie grouse of the plains, but if we can work together, there's a chance to do some good for p…
…
continue reading
Join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald with our latest guest Jamie Cook of Iowa DNR. Jamie is the Hunter Ed Coordinator for Iowa Department of Natural Resources, along with many other hats. Be sure and tell your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast, and thanks for tuning in!By Rob McDonald & Brittany French
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
20 Years as an Outdoor Mentor with Mike Christensen ep31
1:01:27
1:01:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:27
Join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald as they speak with guest Mike Christensen. Mike has been an active outdoor mentor for 20+ years developing the Pass It On Outdoor Mentors Program! Mike's passion and love for both the outdoors and mentorship is evident in this episode, and we absolutely love the impact that programs like Outdoor Mentors h…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Council to Advance Hunting and Shooting Sports with Taniya Bethke ep30
53:35
53:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:35
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald have a great conversation with Director of Operations at the Council to Advance Hunting and Shooting Sports. From R3 to Pittman Robertson. Join us as we talk through what state agencies are up against when it comes to Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation of hunters and anglers. Thanks for tuning in, and be …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Dr. Scott Kowalewski, Tech Rapport Archive
40:20
40:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:20
Host: Dr. Bill Williamson Guest: Dr. Scott Kowalewski, CMU (formerly of SVSU's RPW department) Topics: Audio and tech comm, the Technical Rapport / Tech Rapport Archive. Special Content: Use this link to connect with the Technical Rapport Archive. Music Credit: "The Concept," from Purple-Planet.com. Licensed under C…
…
continue reading
Discussion of the 2019 curriculum changes and their implications for students and grads.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
Discussion with Sara Kitchen, SVSU alumnus and professional editor.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Episode 9 - Veterans and technical communication
32:23
32:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:23
Discussion of connections between military experience and technical communication with CJ Cook and Tony Lang.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
Discussion of creativity and innovation in technical communication with Dr. Bill and with program alumnus Will Wood.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Episode 7 - The Association for Professional and Technical Writers
28:08
28:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:08
Discussion with APTW officers Mitchell Kloc and Samantha Witzgall.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
Discussion of and highlights from SVSU events related to World Usability Day.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
Discussion with PTW alumni and current grad students, Aubrey Banning and Chris Scheidler.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
Discussion with Dr. Fenobia Dallas, from SVSU's RPW department.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
Discussion of usability studies and PTW with Trevor Baranek, SVSU alumnus and Dow professional, and Dr. Bill Williamson, RPW faculty member.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
Discussion with Mike Major, SVSU Career Services, and D-Jay Bidwell, PTW student.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
Discussion with Dr. Brad Herzog, Chair of RPW, about professional and technical writing.By Bill Williamson, Scott Kowalewski, Mike Blodgett
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
I Cast - Brad Wiegmann -and Grandpa Fish ep29
1:02:29
1:02:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:29
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald are joined by Great Plains Outdoors regular contributor and award winning outdoor writer Brent Frazee (Grandpa Fish) and guest Brad Wiegmann. All things fishing are to be had including I Cast, up to date Great Plains Outdoors fishing report, and news from the angling world. You can find out more at Brad Wiegma…
…
continue reading
Host: Dr. Bill Williamson Guest: Allison Stein, PTW alumnus, owner of Allison Stein Consulting Topics: Professional development; working with clients; reflection & growth; applying academic knowledge in professional contexts. Special Content: Use this link to connect with Allison Stein Consulting. Music Credit: "The Co…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
It’s September on the Great Plains and Cheyenne Bottoms is Dry with Jason Wagner ep28
52:05
52:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:05
Join hosts Brittany French and Rob Mcdonald as everything September kicks off on the Great Plains Outdoors! Guest Jason Wagner, Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area Manager, discusses the state of North America's largest inland marsh. It's an exciting time of year with so much opportunity on the Great Plains Outdoors!…
…
continue reading
Host: Dr. Bill Williamson Guest: Taylor Hart, PTW Major / Intern Topics: Internships, NASA, communicating with audiences who bring different experiences and expectations, RPW, PTW & related programs at SVSU, creativity & innovation, designing in different media for changing contexts. Special content: Here is that link to the YouTube vid about the J…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Great American Grasslands - For the Love of the Uplands ep27
55:09
55:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:09
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald are joined by guest Jordan Martincich, Director of Development at Pheasants Forever / Quail Forever. We get into what does it mean to Love the Uplands? What about the proposed legislation The Great American Grasslands Act, and the love of bird dogs! Thanks for tuning in!…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
North American Grouse Partnership with Ted Koch ep26
46:05
46:05
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:05
Prairie Grouse are the bellwether for grasslands, and the bell has been ringing! Join guest Ted Koch, Director of the North American Grouse Partnership, and hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald to talk grasslands. The lesser prairie chicken needs our help, and habitat is the key! Tell your friends to tune into the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast, a…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Fishing Nebraska with Daryl Bauer & Grandpa Fish ep25
1:01:09
1:01:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:09
Guest Daryl Bauer of Nebraska Game and Parks, and our very own Grandpa Fish join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald for all things angling on the Great Plains in the summer! Be sure to tell your friends to listen to the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast!By Rob McDonald & Brittany French
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Avian Flu with Joel Brice /Delta Waterfowl ep24
46:13
46:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:13
Guest Joel Brice, Chief Conservation Officer at Delta Waterfowl joins hots Brittany French and Rob McDonald to discuss avian influenza.By Rob McDonald & Brittany French
…
continue reading
Join hosts Brittany French & Rob McDonald for the introduction of the Grandpa Fish segment with Brent Frazee! We're excited to announce the greatplainsoutdoors.com - your Authority on all things on the Great Plains Outdoors!By Rob McDonald & Brittany French
…
continue reading
Join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald as we talk turkey hunting with adventure lover & founder of the ladies outdoor organization Wander Woman of Kansas!By Rob McDonald & Brittany French
…
continue reading
Gracie Herman is an award winning turkey caller and an amazing ambassador for turkey hunters everywhere! Join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald as we talk turkey calling, turkey hunting, and all things turkey woods with Gracie.By Rob McDonald & Brittany French
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Prairie Chickens are Sexy with Dr. Jackie Augustine /Audubon of Kansas ep20
46:23
46:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:23
Come join us as we hang out with Dr. Jackie Augustine and talk everything prairie chickens! From the prairie chicken festival to breeding habits and habitat to habits, there's lots to learn about these fascinating birds!By Rob McDonald & Brittany French
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Picture Perfect with Joe Dickie Outdoor Videographer & Photographer ep19
47:30
47:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:30
Come hang out and take a listen with guest Joe Dickie and hosts Brittany French & Rob McDonald. Lots of laughs and talking some super cool outdoor adventuring with Joe. Thanks for tuning in, be sure to tell your friends about the Great Plains Outdoors Podcast!By Rob McDonald & Brittany French
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Everything but the Meat! Jon Tremblay with Waltons ep18
48:55
48:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:55
Hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald visit with our guest Jon Tremblay from Waltons about everything meat processing! Take a listen to learn about options when it comes to grinding, making sausage, fixing jerky, or anything else for that matter. Get that game meat out of the freezer and onto the table!…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Outdoorswoman Steph Lane! Guide, Mentor & Teacher ep17
48:13
48:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:13
This episode's guest, Steph Lane is the definition of Outdoorswoman! Join hosts Brittany French and Rob McDonald as they visit with Steph Lane, Iowa from Iowa. Steph works with Outdoor Mentors, works as a hunting guide, teaches archery, and runs her own podcast: Woods and Waters Project. Thanks for tuning in! Tell all your friends to tune into the …
…
continue reading