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Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

0:39

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To Find the Feel of Freedom, Dance With Discomfort

May 2nd, 2023

29:05

Many of us feel a profound lack of freedom in our lives. This can be especially true for young people, who often feel forced to choose paths that are defined by outside forces and societal expectations. On this episode, …

Feel Lost? How to Find Your Feel for Life

January 24th, 2023

19:36

What happens when we prioritize consumerism and conformity over freedom and exploration? Or when we exploit feelings and emotions to create artificial wants and desires? On this episode, Miami University Associate …

When “Sportswashing” a World Cup Goes Wrong

November 22nd, 2022

25:04

To say the 2022 World Cup in Qatar is mired in controversy is an understatement of global proportions. On this episode, Adam Beissel, an assistant professor of Sport Leadership and Management, tells a story of …

Surviving the Enrollment Cliff

October 25th, 2022

22:27

The traditional college experience is less common than ever. Today, fewer and fewer students attend a single university right out of high school and …

Confronting the Teacher Shortage Crisis

August 16th, 2022

21:21

The teacher shortage has become a national crisis. COVID has exacerbated the issue, but other factors like burnout, a lack of adequate preparation …

Burnout is Breaking Us. How to Survive Grind Culture.

March 16th, 2022

31:25
Burnout is becoming a serious problem that’s rampaging through society like an invisible wildfire. It’s often brought on by the kind of grind culture …

How Geopolitics and Propaganda Impact the Olympic Games

January 19th, 2022

31:02

We often think of the Olympics as a way to cultivate global peace and understanding through athletic achievement. However, they are also often …

Start Aging Slower: New Exercise Science Behind the Brain-Body Connection

November 23rd, 2021

19:13

We can’t stop aging. But we can start to slow and control it. Things like sudoku puzzles and gym workouts can increase longevity by exercising our …

Why an Unscripted Education is Vital for a Democratic Society

October 19th, 2021

23:15

We often think of education as something that happens in schools, and where a curriculum is nothing more than a structure for lessons and learning. …

BONUS: New Media Technology, Global Geopolitics, and the Future of Sport

September 10th, 2021

22:07

On this special bonus episode, we continue the conversation with Adam Beissel, Miami University assistant professor sport leadership and management.

This time we look ahead to the future of sport. We discuss how various …

How the Sport Analytics Revolution is Changing Society

August 31st, 2021

28:54

Sport data and analytics are creating dramatic and fundamental changes across the entire industry. But that’s not all. Sport data and analytics are …

How to Keep College Relevant in a 21st Century Society

July 27th, 2021

28:11

Change is sweeping across higher education. Many economic and technological factors are forcing universities to stay relevant in highly competitive …

We Are Losing a Generation of Brilliant Black Boys

July 7th, 2021

27:57

When compared to their white counterparts, black male students have the lowest test scores, the highest dropout rates, and the highest suspension and …

How to Help Prepare Teens for a New World of College Relationships

May 30th, 2021

26:37

College is not only a time of growth and change. It’s also a time of newfound freedom. Many students will use this freedom to explore new …

Why Sexual Violence is a Social Disease, and How to Help Find the Cure

April 20th, 2021

25:12

Every 75 seconds, someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted. Most of these cases will go unreported, and this has led Dr. Veronica Barrios to ask: …

How Social Media Influences Behavior and Shapes Reality

March 24th, 2021

22:01

There are about 500 million new tweets generated every day, and a surprising number -- about 10 million per day -- are about alcohol. This is …

Confronting the Critical Shortage of School Psychologists

February 15th, 2021

11:06

Across the nation, a shortage of school psychologists is becoming a critical problem for school districts everywhere, especially when suicides and …

Reforming Education Through Student Teaching

January 14th, 2021

14:57

For decades, critics have called for education reform on several fronts. What hasn’t received much attention is rethinking how new teachers are trained to become professional educators in the first place. But Dr. Leah …

Critical Reflections on Education, Inequality and Leadership

December 7th, 2020

18:31

Across his celebrated career as a teacher, scholar and theorist, civically-engaged leader, and university dean, Dr. Michael. E. Dantley has kept …

How Early Brain Growth Impacts a Child’s Entire Life

November 16th, 2020

24:02

How our brains develop as children will profoundly impact our entire lives. Research is showing how critical our earliest years are for cognitive function, academic ability, social skills, and emotional wellness. So in …

When Sport Stopped: COVID's Impact on a Global Industry | Ep.77

October 12th, 2020

24:16

When the coronavirus suddenly shutdown the entire sport industry, fans and athletes everywhere were forced to reckon with the magnitude of the pandemic. Since then, many teams and leagues have returned. But nothing is …

College Admissions Amid COVID: What You Need to Know

September 1st, 2020

45:23

Applying to college can be thrilling. However, for many, the stress involved is also very real, especially amid a global pandemic that has upended …

Learning What Works in Online Learning | Ep.75

August 4th, 2020

26:51

Online and virtual learning is becoming an important part of education, especially as more schools now strive to adapt and evolve in a post-pandemic …

The Game-Changing New Crossroads of College Athletics | Ep.74

June 23rd, 2020

23:32

Athletics are a vibrant and vital part of most universities. However, the rights and wellbeing of many student athletes can erode if they become too …

How Esports Now Parallel Traditional Sports | Ep.73

May 12th, 2020

14:47

The line between traditional sports and esports is blurring. As competitive video gaming becomes a lucrative global phenomena and a popular form of …

How Mindfulness Technology May Change School Discipline | Ep.72

April 14th, 2020

14:22

Many schools still rely on detentions, suspensions, and even expulsion to address student discipline. However, research shows that these traditional …

Why Even A Little Exercise Goes a Very Long Way | Ep.71

March 10th, 2020

26:40

New studies are showing that getting the recommended amount of physical activity can be a lot easier than you may think. On this episode, guest host Amanda Valentine from the Pound This Podcast speaks with Miami …

Build an Achieving Mentality with Sport Psychology | Ep.70

February 25th, 2020

14:37

Today we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes. It’s a conversation about sporty psychology with Dr. Robin Vealey, a professor in Miami …

Everybody Wins: Youth Mentoring that Brings Whole Communities Together | Ep.69

January 9th, 2020

14:54

Mentorship can mean a lot more than simply being a positive presence in the lives of youth. Today, it’s also about addressing a variety of social issues by building the kinds of relationships that engage youth in …

Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists | Ep.68

December 17th, 2019

14:15

Great scientific discoveries don’t always happen at places like NASA or CERN. Important breakthroughs are actually happening all around us. This is a message that Chris Anderson wants to share with more people, …

Helping Kids Avoid Sugar-Sweetened Beverages | Ep.67

December 3rd, 2019

25:08

For many of us, drinking sugar-sweetened beverages is a daily ritual. But many public health professionals are now showing a growing concern over the consumption of these drinks, especially when it comes to children.

On …

The Wonder Lab: Where All Children Learn to Love School | Ep.66

November 19th, 2019

21:17

We visit special space where all children seem to find their place. The Wonder Lab at Lakota Local Schools is a STEAM-based classroom that sparks …

Power, Dominance, and the Politics of Everyday Life | Ep.65

November 5th, 2019

22:04

Power and dominance are not always about physical force or political authority. On this episode, Dr. Lisa Weems, a Miami University …

Surviving Middle School | Ep.64

October 22nd, 2019

21:09

Middle school can be an intense and challenging time. All the drama around social media. The pressure of getting good grades. Bouncing back from …

The Trouble With Mascots | Ep.63

October 8th, 2019

28:30

School mascots can create a shared identity and foster a sense of loyalty among fans and communities. But some mascots, especially those that may be …

Why Health & Wellness is More Than What We Eat & How We Move | Ep.62

September 24th, 2019

13:42

When we talk about health and wellness, we often talk about what we eat, how we move, and the personal choices we make. But our health and wellbeing, and even the health of entire communities, depends on more than just …

Ohio’s Goal to Guarantee Great Readers | Ep.61

September 10th, 2019

22:44

Children who fail to read well by 3rd grade risk facing many long-term consequences. Low reading scores in elementary school have been linked to …

Periods Rock! | Ep.60

August 20th, 2019

22:40

When we talk about inequality and poverty, one issue is rarely addressed. Even though it is a natural part of life that affects more than 800 million people every day, the menstrual period can still be a source of …

Inside The Synnovation Lab | Ep.59

August 16th, 2019

24:18

What if we could recreate school all over again? What if there were no more lectures, or worksheets? What if school became a place where students …

The Profound Impact of Coaches in Youth Sport | Ep.58

July 24th, 2019

22:37

On this episode, we continue the conversation around youth sport. This time, by looking at the role that coaches play. And how their feedback and …

Make Youth Sport About Children. Not Adults | Ep.57

July 16th, 2019

23:03

There was a common saying that once went along with youth sport. “It’s all about the kids.” Today, critics say youth sports has become much more …

No-Nonsense Nurturing With Kristyn Klei Borrero & Noah Borrero | Ep.56

June 11th, 2019

27:51

Kristyn Klei Borrero is the CEO and co-founder of CT3, which is now used by K-12 schools across the country to help teachers quickly connect with …

When Work And Family Life Collide | Ep.55

May 21st, 2019

17:49

On this episode, we talk about the challenges, social expectations, and the cultural biases that many women still experience when trying to balance …

Changing The Way School Works | Ep.54

April 23rd, 2019

9:14

Frederick Douglass Elementary serves grades K-6 in the Cincinnati Public School District. The school Principal and Miami University graduate, Jeffery …

Representing War in a Whole New Way | Ep.53

March 26th, 2019

23:10

Bob De Schutter is the lead designer on a new game called Brukel, which is designed around the recollections of his grandmother, who, as a teenager, …

How Autism Affects Family Life | Ep.52

March 11th, 2019

6:12

A disability can affect entire families in ways that are not yet well understood. While much has been done to understand how people as individuals are impacted, some researchers are now starting to look at how a single …

The Social Emotional Sides Of Teaching | Ep.51

February 26th, 2019

17:23

As an award-wining teacher, Benjamin Walker is interested putting what he calls the “human side of the child first,” which means caring about their social and emotional well-being, as well as their academic performance.

When Academic Advising Gets Personal | Ep.50

February 13th, 2019

16:24

Planning for the future can be fun and exciting, but it can also be intimidating and overwhelming. Sometimes it’s all of these things at once, …

School Decline | Episode 49

January 29th, 2019

18:46

When we talk about struggling schools, or schools in decline, we often talk only about the challenges of certain schools in certain neighborhoods. …

Critical Literacy | Episode 48

January 17th, 2019

11:49

Hear from Katherine Batchelor about how critical literacy can help future teachers take a step back, and get a clearer look at a bigger cultural …

Urban Cohort Inspires Radical Empathy and Social Change | Episode 47

January 2nd, 2019

10:14

Empowerment is for everyone. This idea is championed by those who take action, get involved, and try to make a difference. And at Miami, these ideals …

Amid A Teenage E-Cigarette Epidemic | Episode 46

December 17th, 2018

17:28

Electronic cigarettes are spreading like a wave across this country. Just three years after hitting the market, e-cigarettes are being used by teenagers almost everywhere. Even the FDA has recently called it an epidemic.

Comic Books Promote Public Health | Episode 45

December 3rd, 2018

11:09

Even though we have a better understanding of what’s healthy. And what’s not. Improving public health is still tremendously difficult. Because …

How Fifth-Grade Students Became Citizen Activists | Episode 44

November 19th, 2018

21:55

Back when Brian Schultz was a 5th-grade teacher in a struggling urban school, he asked his students to name some issues they could address through a …

Bringing More Diversity to the World of Robotics - with Katie Henry | Episode 43

November 6th, 2018

8:47

What do you know about building a robot? It’s not a subject that most people would claim to know a lot about. And even despite the growing …

Are Students Prepared to Thrive in a Knowledge Economy? - with Marc Nachowitz | Episode 42

October 15th, 2018

9:28

Are Students Being Prepared to Thrive in a Knowledge Economy? In this episode, we explore the complex answer to this simple question, especially as it relates to the literacy skills students now need today.

Being Open and Honest About Sexuality (Part 2)- with Richelle Frabotta | Episode 41

October 1st, 2018

17:45

In our last episode, we began to explore the complex subject of human sexuality, as well as why it’s still so challenging for educators to provide a proper sexuality education. And so, this time we continue our …

Being Open and Honest About Sexuality (Part 1) - with Richelle Frabotta | Episode 40

September 14th, 2018

23:34

We’ve all heard the phrase: Sex sells. And while that may be true, it also creates controversy. But for all the attention this subject commands, it is surprising how little we actually understand it. Sexuality is not …

Exercise Science. Move More. Live Longer | Episode 39

September 4th, 2018

16:25

Everybody knows that exercise is good. But that is not the whole story. It’s not just that exercise is good. It’s also that not exercising is …

College Admissions Explained – with Susan Schaurer | Episode 38

August 15th, 2018

31:15

In this episode, we speak to Susan Schaurer, Miami University Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management, who is here to break down the …

Learning to Unlearn How We Think about Teaching and Schooling | Episode 37

August 1st, 2018

10:04

The world is clearly changing and so is education. So this episode is about learning to unlearn what we know about teaching and schooling. And we’ll …

Helping Shattered Communities Heal | Ep.36

July 16th, 2018

7:22

In this episode, EHS goes to Washington, There are a lot of different ways to help struggling communities heal and thrive. And in this episode, we …

A Pivotal Time for School Psychologists | Episode 35

June 29th, 2018

17:00

It’s a pretty pivotal time for school psychologists today. Especially as we continue to hear about the debates between parents and teachers and …

Chiropractic Research Today - With Dr. Dean Smith | Episode 34

June 14th, 2018

14:29

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Dean Smith about his most recent work, some of the most common misconceptions still surrounding chiropractic care, …

Illustrating African American Experiences | Episode 33

June 1st, 2018

5:31

Learn about a project that explores the African American experience through a literary genre and an art form that, at first, may seem like a unlikely …

Meaningful Math Education - With Todd Edwards | Episode 32

May 15th, 2018

12:42

To a lot of people, math is notorious for seeming like it’s tedious, difficult, and even a scary subject. But according to Todd Edwards, a professor …

Being Your Best Self - With Adam Ortman | Episode 31

May 1st, 2018

6:12

In this episode, we talk to Adam Ortman, an EHS graduate who trying to address some of the problems he sees through the industry, why they might be …

How to Help Transgender Children Thrive | Episode 30

April 16th, 2018

9:31

Today, many transgender issues are gaining more attention, but this awareness has not yet resolved many of the complexities and challenges that so …

Studying Abroad in New Zealand shows the Social, Cultural, and Political Sides of Sport | Episode 29

April 2nd, 2018

7:35

In this episode, we travel to New Zealand, where one study program looks at a particular industry from a completely different perspective.

On the Road to Wellness | Episode 28

March 15th, 2018

6:37

We speak with kinesiology and health graduate who has built a very successful and fulfilling career by taking a pretty unexpected route, one not …

Mental Health App | Episode 27

March 1st, 2018

9:00

In this episode, we learn about new project from the department of educational psychology, where several EHS graduate assistants developed a tool …

Space Camp | Episode 26

February 15th, 2018

5:21

In this episode, we have a story about an exceptional educator (Jackie O’Brien), who literally participated in an “out of this world” experience, and all for the benefit of her students

Educational Policy - In Schools Today "Part 2" | Episode 25

January 22nd, 2018

17:25

In this episode, Dave Hile, superintendent of Licking Valley local schools in Ohio speaks about how educational policy looks in schools today.

Educational Policy - History and Trends "Part 1" | Episode 24

January 22nd, 2018

13:59

Educational Policy - History and Trends "Part 1" | Episode 24 by Miami University College of Education, Health & Society

STEM Educators Need to Keep Curiosity and Creativity Alive | Episode 23

January 11th, 2018

9:05

In this episode, we talk about the growing importance of teaching a STEM-based education today, why these STEM fields that include science, …

Eudaimonia | Episode 22

January 11th, 2018

11:01

Eudaimonia | Episode 22 by Miami University College of Education, Health & Society

Custody Battles over Transgender Children | Episode 21

January 11th, 2018

5:23

As issues surrounding trans and gender non-conforming individuals gain more attention, many cultural conversations are being sparked on numerous …

Miami-Talawanda Math Club Puts the “Fun” in Fundamentals | Episode 20

January 11th, 2018

7:20

Miami-Talawanda Math Club Puts the “Fun” in Fundamentals | Episode 20 by Miami University College of Education, Health & Society

Studying Abroad in Luxembourg | Episode 19

January 11th, 2018

7:18

Studying Abroad in Luxembourg | Episode 19 by Miami University College of Education, Health & Society

Fantasy Sport's Social and Academic Impact | Episode 1

January 11th, 2018

7:15

For Brody Ruihley, Assistant Professor in Miami University’s College of Education, Health and Society (EHS), fantasy sport has become the conduit …

Urban Cohort Inspires Radical Empathy and Social Change | Episode 18

December 6th, 2017

9:19

In this episode, we explore the inner workings of the Urban Cohort, an action-oriented program that exposes college students to urban perspectives …

New Oxford Community Garden Plants Seeds of Change | Episode 17

December 6th, 2017

11:00

In this episode, we talk with Beth Miller, an assistant professor of Nutrition and Dietetics, and a founding member of the Institute for Food, where she helps people gain access to healthy foods by linking together …

How Miami Diversifies Diversity Through Student Affairs Education | Episode 16

December 6th, 2017

10:55

In this episode, we talk about Miami University's Student Affairs in Higher Education program, and how its emphasis on critical self-reflection, personal transformation, and its ability to diversify even the concept of …

EHS Peddles Public Health through Grass Roots Community Activism | Episode 15

December 6th, 2017

7:44

We explore new movements to improve public health . . . literally, as kinesiology and health students get involve in civic engagement to improve the …

The Spiritual Side of Positive Youth Development | Episode 14

December 6th, 2017

9:36

In this episode, we talk about a prosocial movement called positive youth development, its role in helping teens thrive in challenging environments, …

Newest Smithsonian Museum Welcomes EHS Student for the Summer | Episode 13

December 6th, 2017

5:26

Some would call it an incredible learning opportunity. Others would see it as a fantastic summer adventure.

Sport Psychology Today: Interview with Dr. Robin Vealey | Episode 12

December 6th, 2017

13:49

In this episode, we gain a glimpse into the growing world of sports psychology. What it is, what it isn't, and how it has been quickly expanding far …

The Unfathomable Inner Reality of Sports-Related Concussions | Episode 11

December 6th, 2017

9:00

Before she witnessed the aftermath herself, Megan Loftin, like many people, was unaware of what sustaining a serious concussion really meant, and just how traumatic the injury can be.

Women's Baseball Club Challenges Convention and Conformity | Episode 10

December 6th, 2017

5:40

The Miami Women's Baseball Club is a brand new project. So new, in fact, that it is currently the only collegiate organization of its kind.

EHS Students Honored with Goldman Prize for Two Consecutive Years | Episode 9

December 6th, 2017

10:52

It is one of the most prestigious honors Miami University has to offer, and it's among the largest undergraduate awards in the nation.

The Family Science Behind Chronic Illness | Episode 8

December 6th, 2017

10:08

Elise Radina, Professor and Chair of the Department of Family Science and Social Work, currently oversees a comprehensive research effort to understand how the diagnosis, treatment and survivorship of breast cancer …

Refining and Redefining Literacy for a New Era of Teaching and Learning | Episode 7

December 6th, 2017

12:21

In this episode we explore a unique partnership between high school and college students that is uses technology to build the digital and traditional …

From Knowledge Consumers to Knowledge Producers | Episode 6

December 6th, 2017

16:19

"The best educational experiences are those where the teacher understands that education comes from the Latin 'educare,' to draw out," Poetter says smiling.

Exploring the Profound Mysteries of Movement | Episode 5

December 6th, 2017

18:01

In this episode . . . We explore the mysteries of movement. Since for most of us, movement is such a mundane, everyday activity, it may seem strange to learn that we really don't know all that much about it. But in …

The Performance Management Parallels between Teachers and Physicians | Episode 4

December 6th, 2017

8:38

According to Andrew Saultz, assistant professor in Miami University's College of Education, Health and Society, the common ground between school …

Managing Evolving Teacher Environments | Episode 3

December 6th, 2017

6:14

Today, breaking down barriers that can impede professional or cultural progress is becoming a key goal for many progressive organizations. Embracing …

How Proactive Positivity is Transforming School Culture | Episode 2

December 6th, 2017

9:16

Both inside the classroom and out, the goal is to cultivate an optimal learning environment that can build social, emotional, and academic success.

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