Best University Tuition Podcasts (2025)

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Local universities say they urgently need £1,000 a year more in tuition fees. Is it fair for students to foot the bill? 1:18:57

8d ago1:18:57

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Also - Pope Leo XIV is the first North American Pope – what can we expect?By BBC Radio Ulster

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Rising popularity of weight loss jabs – they sound to good to be true, are they? 1:19:14

1d ago1:19:14

1:19:14

Nolan talks to Ulster University obesity expert Prof Alex MirasBy BBC Radio Ulster

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Unions slam practice of temporary contracts for classroom assistants 1:19:42

2d ago1:19:42

1:19:42

Unison and Unite tell Nolan it is : "unacceptable, unjustifiable and exploitative".By BBC Radio Ulster

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Talking Bat with Adria Lopez-Baucells (Researcher & Author) 34:00

3d ago34:00

34:00

Adria Lopez-Baucells is a bat researcher & conservationist at the Natural Sciences Museum of Granollers. He carried out his PhD (University of Lisbon, 2018) on the Effects of Amazonian rainforest fragmentation on tropical bats using autonomous ultrasound detectors, which also resulted in the publication of his first book: 'Field Guide To The Bats o…

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Sinn Féin councillor stays silent when asked to translate contribution in Irish at Belfast City Council meeting 1:18:30

3d ago1:18:30

1:18:30

Also, is it time to bring booze back to the NI football terraces? Nolan discusses.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Belfast City Airport 'no stop zones' row as one man fined £100 after friend forgot his bag 1:18:23

4d ago1:18:23

1:18:23

Nolan also talks to listeners and hears about their experiences at airport.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Financial Questions Every College Leader Should Ask 27:50

4d ago27:50

27:50

Sarah Holtan, PhD sits down with Bruce Hoeker, CFO at the Association of Business Administrators of Christian Colleges (ABACC), to cut through the confusion on college finances. If you think understanding your institution’s business operations is just for the CFO, Bruce wants you to think again—and shows why the financial future of your college dep…

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Row continues over how trans issues will be treated in Northern Ireland following Supreme Court ruling on definition of a woman 1:22:13

5d ago1:22:13

1:22:13

Also - the camogie controversy over players being told to change from shorts to skorts.By BBC Radio Ulster

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80th anniversary of VE day - one of the UK's oldest veterans speaks to the Nolan Show 1:18:32

9d ago1:18:32

1:18:32

Listeners also tell Stephen of their memories of World War IIBy BBC Radio Ulster

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Statue of IRA hunger striker being investigated by Belfast City Council after it was erected without planning permission 1:18:15

10d ago1:18:15

1:18:15

Also, Stephen talks to a newly-wed couple who had 95 bridesmaids on their big dayBy BBC Radio Ulster

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Is it time for a new flag in Northern Ireland? Something that represents us all? 1:18:30

11d ago1:18:30

1:18:30

Also, home heating oil is at its lowest price since 2021. Is now the time to buy?By BBC Radio Ulster

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Stephen Travers, who survived a UVF gun and bomb attack on the Miami Showband, tells of how that night changed his life 1:20:12

12d ago1:20:12

1:20:12

Warning – this episode includes graphic detail about violence and injuries that some listeners might find upsetting. Stephen Travers, who survived a UVF gun and bomb attack on the Miami Showband, tells of how that night changed his life.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Victim of so-called IRA ‘kneecap attack’ speaks for the first time and tells of the trauma… 1:21:02

15d ago1:21:02

1:21:02

Liam Barker speaks alongside Prof Liam Kennedy. Stephen also speaks with Henry Robinson.By BBC Radio Ulster

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The real impact of new post-Brexit paperwork requirements on some businesses spelt out on Nolan 1:19:19

16d ago1:19:19

1:19:19

BBC NI Economics and Business Editor John Campbell explainsBy BBC Radio Ulster

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Belfast City Councillor tells Nolan Show he wants Kneecap banned from performing on council property 1:19:34

17d ago1:19:34

1:19:34

UUP Cllr Jim Rodgers says "under no circumstances" they should be allowed to performBy BBC Radio Ulster

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Talking Club (May 2025) with Aileen Hendry 15:35

18d ago15:35

15:35

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Kneecap apologise to the families of two murdered MPs - but some say it does not go far enough 1:19:00

18d ago1:19:00

1:19:00

Also - Spain and Portugal hit by massive power outage - could it ever happen here?By BBC Radio Ulster

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What's a Smart Pricing Strategy for Tuition? 33:54

18d ago33:54

33:54

Sarah Holtan, PhD, sits down with Lucie Lapovsky, PhD, a financial expert in higher education and Principal of Lapovsky Consulting. In today's episode, discover how tuition pricing strategies could hold the key to college sustainability, especially in the face of declining enrollments and a challenging educational landscape. Lucie's insights offer …

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Belfast rappers Kneecap under pressure as Met police assess 'kill your local MP' video 1:17:59

19d ago1:17:59

1:17:59

John Campbell also discusses Liverpool FC becoming Premier League champions.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Fermanagh & Omagh Council first to say they will implement provisions of Supreme Court ruling on same sex spaces 1:20:18

22d ago1:20:18

1:20:18

John Campbell gets reaction from political representatives and the publicBy BBC Radio Ulster

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Troubles legacy - can a price be put on truth and justice? Or is policing the past holding the PSNI back? 1:18:43

23d ago1:18:43

1:18:43

Former Police Ombudsman Baroness Nuala O'Loan and DUP MP Gavin Robinson are among guestsBy BBC Radio Ulster

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Flags hung on lampposts in new mixed-use housing development in Lisburn leaves some families feeling unsafe. 1:20:20

24d ago1:20:20

1:20:20

More funding pressures for the PSNI - the Nolan Show can reveal it has to find another £7M from its cash strapped budget to pay for the rise in National Insurance contributions. And a former senior police officer warns about the impact on front line services and says Stormont must step in.By BBC Radio Ulster

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Catholics come to terms with the death of Pope Francis - how much change was delivered under his papacy? 1:18:42

25d ago1:18:42

1:18:42

John Campbell get's reaction from religious & political figures who speak on his legacyBy BBC Radio Ulster

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A leading cancer expert says she 'feels sorry' for patients in NI and describes our cancer waiting times as 'shocking' 1:22:53

29d ago1:22:53

1:22:53

And business owners hit out over closure of Belfast to Dublin trainline over EasterBy BBC Radio Ulster

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The Human Dimensions of Change Management with Nicole Gahagan, EdD 36:49

1M ago36:49

36:49

Sarah Holtan, PhD sits down with Nicole Gahagan, Ed.D., Associate Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at Madison Area Technical College, to talk about the intricate world of change management within higher education. In this episode, Dr. Gahagan shakes up the conventional approach to institutional change by focusing intently on human needs. Loo…

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Talking Book with Dr Paul F Donald (author of 'Traffication') 45:56

1M ago45:56

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Dr Paul Donald is a senior conservation scientist (Birdlife International) with >30 yrs experience conceiving, planning, funding & managing high-impact projects on a wide range of issues, & has published research in many of the world’s leading scientific journals. During this interview we take a look at some of Paul's previous work, his passion for…

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Talking Club (April 2025) with Aileen Hendry 19:53

2M ago19:53

19:53

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Achieving ROI through Collaboration Tactics with Elliot Felix 31:43

2M ago31:43

31:43

Sarah Holtan, PhD chats with Elliot Felix, who is a Student Success Author, Speaker, and Consultant, about breaking down the silos in higher education to truly support students. Discover practical ways to shift from fragmented efforts to intentional collaboration for better student outcomes. Elliot shares a transformative example from the Universit…

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Exploring the Frustrations of College Search and Affordability with Liane Crane 22:53

2M ago22:53

22:53

Sarah Holtan, PhD interviews Liane Crane, owner of The College Dollar, about the realities of college costs and the steps we can take to demystify them. With first-hand experience guiding her own children through college and assisting countless families, Liane's insights shine a light on the often murky world of college finance. Many parents and st…

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Talking Bat with Dr Orly Razgour (University of Exeter) 46:55

2M ago46:55

46:55

Delighted to be chatting with Dr Orly Razgour (University of Exeter), who is an Associate Professor in Global Change Ecology, as well as Director of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Describing herself as a molecular ecologist & conservation biologist, Orly's research is applied in nature, aiming to provide the evidence base for managing our environ…

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Talking Club (March 2025) with Aileen Hendry 17:36

3M ago17:36

17:36

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Prioritizing Career Advancement of Students with Jackie Slaats 36:41

3M ago36:41

36:41

Join Sarah Holtan, PhD, as she sits down with Jackie Slaats, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Career Advancement at Lake Forest College. Jackie’s commitment to career readiness has transformed Lake Forest into a leader in integrating career services into college life. This episode is packed with strategies that can redefine how institut…

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'Talking Coexistence' with Dr Jonny Hanson (author 'Living With Lynx') 53:02

3M ago53:02

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Dr Jonny Hanson @jonnyhhanson is a Research Fellow at Queen's University (Belfast), an award-winning social entrepreneur, & the author of the recently published 'Living With Lynx - Sharing Landscapes with Big Cats, Wolves & Bears'. During our conversation we look at various perspectives around the subject matter of the book, as well as other associ…

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Course Expenses Deter Student Success with Julia Seaman, PhD 30:24

3M ago30:24

30:24

Sarah Holtan, PhD explores the hidden impact of course material expenses on student success with Julia Seaman, PhD, Director of Research, Bay View Analytics. Discover startling statistics and explore surprising insights into how these costs shape students’ academic journeys and choices. Course materials often play an invisible yet powerful role in …

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Talking Animal Welfare with Kate Myers (Speaking Of Animals Outreach) 44:54

3M ago44:54

44:54

Know Better, Do Better! Kate Myers is the founder of Speaking Of Animals Outreach. Describing herself as a visual storyteller, film producer & author, Kate has worked for animal welfare her entire adult life having previously held numerous positions including being Executive Director of Washington State Humane Association. Speaking of Animals Outre…

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B.Traven - Seele eines Hundes 35:27

3M ago35:27

35:27

"Seele eines Hundes" ist eine 1955 erstmals auf Deutsch erschienene denkwürdige Kurzgeschichte des geheimnisvollen anarchistischen Autors B. Traven über die Freundschaft eines Straßenhundes und eines Restaurantbesitzers in Mexiko.Die deutsche Erstveröffentlichung erfolgte 1955 in der Sammlung "Der Banditendoktor"; in den "Banditendoktor"-Ausgaben v…

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Talking Bat with Kit Stoner (Chief Executive of Bat Conservation Trust) 47:44

3M ago47:44

47:44

Kit Stoner is the Chief Executive of the Bat Conservation Trust (BCT) based in the UK, as well as Vice Chair of Environmental Investigations Agency, & a trustee of BatLife Europe. During this interview we touch upon all aspects of her working life journey, which started of in publishing, advertising & training, before moving into bat conservation, …

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Talking Club (February 2025) with Aileen Hendry 20:50

4M ago20:50

20:50

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Capitalizing on Enrollment Trends with Robert Nowak 31:50

4M ago31:50

31:50

**Note** This episode was recorded in December 2024 and was based on a preliminary report that has since been updated. The more recent findings from the National Student Clearinghouse show that undergraduate enrollment is actually up by 4.5%, not the 3% as stated in the episode. The majority of the take-aways and the broader conversation still appl…

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Building a Financial Picture for a College with Matt Hendricks, PhD 47:03

4M ago47:03

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If you think managing a university's finances is complex, imagine simplifying it with the expertise of a data scientist who can turn numbers into actionable insights. Join Sarah Holtan, PhD as she hosts Matt Hendricks, PhD, founder of Perspective Data Science, to discuss financial transparency in higher education. In this episode, Dr. Hendricks sha…

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Talking Poland with Martin Bailey (Wildlife & Countryside Services) 57:15

4M ago57:15

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Martin Bailey is the owner of Wildlife & Countryside Services, based near Rhyl (North Wales). He is an experienced ecologist & biodiversity consultant, specialising in mammals, wildlife habitat creation/restoration & environmental education. He describes himself as 'living in a wood, trying to be sustainable, ethical & helping people'. During this …

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Talking Club (January 2025) with Aileen Hendry 20:20

4M ago20:20

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\o/ Happy New Year 2025 \o/ Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more …

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Generating Revenue through Athletics with Josiah Castro 27:14

5M ago27:14

27:14

Sarah Holtan, PhD chats with Josiah Castro, Deputy Athletics Director for East Texas A&M, about the cutting-edge strategies he's using to boost university revenue through athletics. This conversation is packed with insights on the importance of athletics in enrollment, branding, and community engagement. Josiah shares how athletics act as the "fron…

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Talking Books with Ed Drewitt (Professional Naturalist & Author) 1:05:23

5M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

Ed Drewitt is a professional naturalist, wildlife detective, trainer, broadcaster & author. Dedicated to sharing the wonders of the natural world & committed to inspiring the next generation of nature enthusiasts, empowering individuals to connect with the environment. Ed has written three books, all of which we discuss during the interview, includ…

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Building and Monetizing an Athlete's Brand with Chellee Siewert 34:57

5M ago34:57

34:57

Sarah Holtan chats with Chellee Siewert, President of Capture Sports and Entertainment, about how athletes can shape their legacy through their brands. This episode tackles the evolving landscape of personal branding, showing athletes how to use their influence for social good and prepare for life beyond sports. Chellee underscores the importance o…

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Talking Bat with Dr. Rodrigo A. Medellin (The Bat Man of Mexico) 47:16

5M ago47:16

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A fascinating insight into the life of Dr. Rodrigo A. Medellin (Senior Professor of Ecology & Conservation, Institute of Ecology - National Autonomous University of Mexico). Rodrigo's credentials are numerous & at the highest level, with multiple key positions held, publications produced & awards to his name. Find out more about Dr. Rodrigo A. Mede…

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Talking Club (December 2024) with Aileen Hendry 25:07

6M ago25:07

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\o/ Christmas Special \o/ Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more ab…

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How Student and Employee Engagement Pays Off with Gill Hunter, PhD 35:42

6M ago35:42

35:42

Sarah Holtan, PhD welcomes back Gill Hunter, PhD, Presidential Fellow for Experience and Engagement at Eastern Kentucky University, to explore the essential strategies for making colleges feel like a second home to students. Gill shares insights and actionable approaches that are reshaping student retention and engagement. Imagine your daughter is …

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Applying a CEO Skill Set to College Leadership with Tim Sullivan 43:45

6M ago43:45

43:45

Sarah Holtan engages Tim Sullivan, Business Leader and Dean of the Sullivan School of Business and Technology at Carroll University, in a discussion about the potential of business strategies in revitalizing struggling universities. With a background spanning academia and executive roles, Tim brings a rare perspective that challenges the traditiona…

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Talking Bat with Dr Rohit Chakravarty (NCF India) 54:21

6M ago54:21

54:21

Dr. Rohit Chakravarty works for the Nature Conservation Foundation (India) as a Project Manager (High Altitudes) where as a bat researcher he is carries out studies in different landscapes, predominantly the Himalayas of Uttarakhand & the Andaman Islands. A delightful conversation exploring his life story so far & his other interests, especially bi…

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