Best American Association of Community Colleges Podcasts (2025)

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Clackamas Community College 6/1/25 25:02

8h ago25:02

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An interview with Dr. Tim Cook, President of Clackamas Community College about his running for Oregon community college students (ROCCS) this summer. Dr. Cook is running to all 17 community colleges in Oregon to raise money and student awareness and celebrating communities throughout the state.

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Perimenopause—Why Are We Not Talking About it? 30:07

1d ago30:07

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In this episode, our guests talk about perimenopause and how more needs to be done to support community college employees with the challenges associated with it. Approximately 50% of the population experiences perimenopause, and for many of these individuals—colleagues and leaders alike—this natural process brings physical and emotional symptoms th…

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Murphy Jensen: Tennis Legend’s Wild Ride Through Fame, Addiction & Recovery 48:13

1d ago48:13

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This isn't just a tennis story—it’s a survival story. A redemption story. A story that could save someone’s life. Murphy Jensen had it all. A French Open title. Worldwide fame. Magazine covers. The wild charisma of a rockstar on the tennis court known as Rock ‘n Roll duo with his older brother Luke. But while the world saw a champion, inside he was…

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American Heart Association 5/11/25 25:03

21d ago25:03

25:03

An interview with Shannon Droning, Consumer and Specialty Market President of Providence Health Plan, Dr. Abby Khan, OHSU cardiologist, Dr. Amit Kansara, Providence neurologist, and Matthew Kampfe, Brain Rehab Network President. All are volunteers with the American Heart Association. We discuss heart disease and stroke causes and prevention and tal…

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Transforming Atlantic City’s Inlet Neighborhood with Atlantic Cape Community College 20:35

22d ago20:35

20:35

The Inlet neighborhood in Atlantic City, N.J., has faced significant economic and resource-related challenges, prompting Atlantic Cape Community College to launch a transformative project focused on revitalization through collaborative partnerships. This podcast explores the college's strategy that includes housing development, economic revitalizat…

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Creating a Revolving Door of Opportunity 49:21

30d ago49:21

49:21

In this episode of Telling Our Story, Leticia chats with three guests from California State University, Stanislaus, also known as Stan State. They share the story behind Project Rebound, a longstanding initiative that offers special services and support for formerly incarcerated individuals as they pursue postsecondary education opportunities. Gues…

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Talking to Pasco-Hernando State College about Cultural Change Through Listening, Learning and Acting 34:47

1M ago34:47

34:47

This is our 100th episode! This episode was recorded live at the 105th AACC Annual in Nashville, TN. Our guests are: Nicole Miller, associate dean of academic affairs and retention services at the Spring Hill Campus of Pasco-Hernando State College Dr. Jesse Pisors, president of Pasco-Hernando State College Our guests talk about a recent initiative …

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The Freshwater Trust 4/27/25 24:57

1M ago24:57

24:57

An interview with Joe Whitworth, President and CEO of The Freshwater Trust, a local non-profit conservation organization with a mission to preserve and restore freshwater ecosystems.

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112. Creating Joy and Community Through Poetry w/ West Hollywood Poet Laureate Jen Cheng

1M ago

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Dan Dissinger celebrates National Poetry Month with the West Hollywood Poet Laureate, Jen Cheng. They talk about Jen’s multi-hyphenate creative journey, her dedication to blending East-West influences in her writing and workshops, her role as the creator of the Palabras Literary Salon, and the importance of “artist dates.” Dan asks Jen to explain w…

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Oregon Business Academy 4/20/25 24:57

1M ago24:57

24:57

An interview with Anne Adler, CEO of Oregon Business Academy and Shivan Bosco, a senior at Newberg High School about the work OBA does preparing students for college, career, and life success and about Business Week this summer at Oregon State University.

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Hall of Famer’s Chipper and Smoltz on the State of the Game in 2025 49:41

1M ago49:41

49:41

What happens when two MLB Hall of Famers, a legendary sportscaster, and a former MLB catcher-turned-coach sit down to talk about the state of the game? In this can't-miss episode of Fans First, host Jim Powell is joined by Braves legends Chipper Jones and John Smoltz, along with co-host Tyler Flowers, for an unfiltered conversation about the evolut…

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Habitat for Humanity 4/13/25 25:05

2M ago25:05

25:05

An interview with Steve Messinetti, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Portland and Julie Carter, Vice President of Retail for the Restores about the work Habitat does to build and repair affordable homes and about the Restores where donations can be made to help fund Habitat’s mission.

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NBC/GolfChannel commentator Steve Burkowski on The Masters,Tiger and much more! 37:37

2M ago37:37

37:37

Ever wondered what makes Augusta National truly special or how Tiger Woods reshaped professional golf? Join host Jim Powell as he speaks with NBCSports/GolfChannel expert Steve Burkowski. Explore the fascinating evolution of professional golf, uncovering how technology and advanced training have transformed the game. Gain exclusive, behind-the-scen…

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111. Sailing Without Ahab w/ Dr. Steve Mentz

2M ago

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Dan Dissinger welcomes back his former professor Dr. Steve Mentz, chair of the Saint John’s University English Department, to discuss his latest book of poems Sailing Without Ahab and the Blue Humanities. They dive into (no pun intended) Dr. Mentz’s writing journey in and out of the poems in Sailing Without Ahab, the interconnected writing process …

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Breaking Higher Education Barriers Across Borders 33:36

2M ago33:36

33:36

In this bonus episode of Telling Our Story, Leticia chats with three presidents from Mexican postsecondary institutions. Together, they discuss the importance of binational higher education collaborations between Mexico and the U.S., the mutual benefits of those collaborations for students and communities in both countries, and promising practices …

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Free Geek 3/23/25 24:59

2M ago24:59

24:59

An interview with Dwindell Feely, Director of Business Development and Ashley Martinez, Manager of Digital Equity from Free Geek about the work they do creating digital equity in our communities and about the work Free Geek does to refurbish and recycle technology. Free Geek is having their Tech Now drives through April.…

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TEDxPortland 24:57

3M ago24:57

24:57

An interview with Dave Rae, co-founder of TEDxPortland about this year’s event, speakers, and theme Continuum. Also discussed is the new platform this year called The Women’s Leadership Forum. Use promo code YEAR13 to receive a 13% discount on tickets. TEDxPortland is April 26 at Keller.

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110. Embracing Authentic Writing w/ Medium’s CEO Tony Stubblebine

3M ago

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Dan Dissinger welcomes Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium.com, to talk about the power of authenticity in writing online and how Medium’s platform helps to create a space where authors of all levels can find and cultivate an audience. Tony dives into how he went from software engineer to the CEO of Medium.com. He shares his goals for Medium to create …

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Breakthrough T1D 3/2/25 25:02

3M ago25:02

25:02

An interview with Kara Alicia, Board President of Breakthrough T1D, a non-profit for diabetes research, about the work they do in finding a cure for Type 1 diabetes, their advocacy work, and about their Community Summit on March 8.

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Old School Billy Wagner: Hall of Fame Journey, Family, and the Future of Baseball 45:04

3M ago45:04

45:04

Fans First, host Jim Powell and Tyler Flowers sits down with baseball legend Billy Badass Wagner, one of the greatest left-handed pitchers in MLB history. Billy talks about his emotional Hall of Fame election, the journey of becoming a Hall of Famer, and what it meant to him to be recognized for his incredible 400-save career. He shares stories abo…

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Portland Opera 2/23/25 24:57

3M ago24:57

24:57

An interview with Alferlynn Roberts, Director of Artistic Planning and Operations at Portland Opera about their 60th anniversary, The Opera’s programs, about diversity and inclusion, and the upcoming 2025/2026 season.

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Community College Voice Podcast, Season 9, Episode 8: Who Needs College Anymore? Imagining a Future Where Degrees Won’t Matter 30:05

3M ago30:05

30:05

In this episode, we talk to Kathleen deLaski, the author of the new book Who Needs College Anymore? Imagining a Future Where Degrees Won’t Matter. Kathleen deLaski is the founder and board chair of Education Lab Design, which works with colleges to better align their institutions with the world of work.…

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Introducing Inspired Belonging

3M ago

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Dan & Stephanie Renée Payne start a series of podcast episodes called “Inspired Belonging” on Writing Remix. On this inaugural episode, Dan & Stephanie explore their thoughts and understandings of belonging, it’s connection to writing, and how the late great bell hooks plays such a deep role in Inspired Belonging workshops, presentations, and pedag…

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Superando Barreras en la Educación Superior más allá de las Fronteras 41:08

4M ago41:08

41:08

En este episodio de Telling Our Story, Leticia conversa con tres líderes de educación superior en México. Juntos, discuten la importancia de las colaboraciones binacionales en educación universitaria entre México y los Estados Unidos, los beneficios mutuos de estas colaboraciones tanto para los estudiantes y para las comunidades en ambos países, as…

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109. Reimagining Assessments: Exploring the Untapped Benefits of Contract Grading w/ Dr. Leah Pate, Dr. Tamara Black, & Dr. Rory Lukins

4M ago

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Dan welcomed his colleagues in the USC Writing Program Dr. Leah Pate, Dr. Tamara Black, & Dr. Rory Lukins to do a deep dive into their project “Reimagining Assessments: Contract Grading’s Untapped Benefits for Learning, Teaching, and Well-Being.” This conversation covers the results of their research and the impact contract grading has on student w…

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American Heart Association 2/9/25 24:46

4M ago24:46

24:46

FEBRUARY IS AMERICAN HEART MONTH. THIS SHOW FEATURES AN INTERVIEW WITH MARY TAFT, MOTHER OF A SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST SURVIVOR AND AHA VOLUNTEER ADVOCATE, DR. JAMES BISHARA, OHSU CARDIOLOGIST AND AHA VOLUNTEER, DR. LAURAL SOOT, AHA VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBER AND PROVIDENCE HEALTH PLAN CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER, AND MICHAEL HALE, POIC HEALTH AND WELLNESS LEAS…

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2025 MLB Spring Training Preview with Braves' Manager Brian Snitker 40:29

4M ago40:29

40:29

Jim Powell and Tyler Flowers sit down with Brian Snitker, manager of the Atlanta Braves, to talk all things baseball, leadership, and the upcoming MLB season. From managing the off-season workload to navigating spring training, pitching rotations, and roster changes, Snitker gives an inside look at how the Braves prepare for success. The discussion…

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108. Exploring Civility, Discourse, & Hope w/ Dr. Danielle Lee

4M ago

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Dan welcomed back Dr. Danielle Lee to Writing Remix last year for the fifth annual Big Rhetorical Podcast Carnival, which was focused on ‘Politics and Rhetorics, Navigating Civility, Culture, and Crisis.’ Their conversation went deep into the need for a civility in the current political landscape, how the lack of civility is escalating dehumanizati…

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Portland Winter Light Festival 2.2.25 24:57

4M ago24:57

24:57

AN INTERVIEW WITH ALISHA SULLIVAN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE WILLAMETTE LIGHT BRIGADE, A NON-PROFIT THAT SPONSORS THE PORTLAND WINTER LIGHT FESTIVAL, A FREE ART FESTIVAL FEATURING ALL LIGHT INSTALLATIONS, MOSTLY IN DOWNTOWN PORTLAND. IN THEIR 10TH YEAR, WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT THE FESTIVAL’S INVOLVEMENT IN THE COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES.…

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Guide Dogs for the Blind 1/26/25 24:57

4M ago24:57

24:57

AN INTERVIEW WITH LYNN DUBINSKY, VICE PRESIDENT OF CLIENT ENGAGEMENT AND IMPACT WITH GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND, ABOUT THE ADVOCAY WORK THEY DO WITH BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY REGARDING RIDESHARE ACCESS AND EMPLOYMENT, AS WELL AS THEIR YOUTH PROGRAMS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES.

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Bob Uecker’s Legacy & Tony Barnhart’s College Football Insights 30:47

4M ago30:47

30:47

In this heartfelt episode of Fans First, Jim Powell reminisces about his 13-year tenure with the legendary Bob Uecker at the Milwaukee Brewers. Powell shares hilarious and touching stories, illustrating Uecker's incredible sense of humor, humility, and the unique bond they created. The episode also features a discussion with Tony Barnhart, 'Mr. Col…

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Remembering Bob Uecker: The Legendary Broadcaster Who Defined Humor, Authenticity, and Baseball Broadcasting 8:17

4M ago8:17

8:17

This tribute recounts heartfelt memories of working with the legendary Bob Uecker, known as 'Mr. Baseball,' and his profound influence on the Milwaukee Brewers Radio Network. The host shares personal anecdotes about meeting Bob Uecker, their first broadcasts together, and the unique charm that made Bob Uecker endearing to everyone he met. From spri…

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107. Preparing for Spring 2025 w/ Dr. Meghan P. Nolan

5M ago

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Dan welcomes Dr. Meghan P. Nolan back to Writing Remix to discuss preparing for the Spring 2025 semester and some of the ways she’s looking to expand, shift, and reimagine approaches to writing instruction. Meghan also talks about the balance between her duties as a writing professor and the Chair of the Sam Draper HonorsContinue reading "107. Prep…

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Building Bridges: Uplifting Communities Through Collaboration 38:59

5M ago38:59

38:59

In this bonus episode of Telling Our Story, we share a portion of the opening plenary of the AASCU 2024 Annual Conference for Presidents and Chancellors in Puerto Rico, Nov. 16–19. The session, occurring on Sunday, Nov. 18, highlighted the unique challenges presidents and chancellors of regional public colleges and universities face as they lead tr…

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Community College Voice Podcast, Season 9, Episode 7: Design Thinking at Joliet Junior College 33:20

5M ago33:20

33:20

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Clyne G. H. Namuo, president of Joliet Junior College (JJC). Under Dr. Namuo, the college has adopted a "Design Thinking" approach to enhance strategic initiatives and solve problems.By Community College Voice Podcast

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Baseball Common Sense with Hall of Famer John Smoltz! Part 2 22:37

5M ago22:37

22:37

Legendary sportscaster Jim Powell continues an in-depth conversation with Hall of Famer John Smoltz, focusing on the future of the Braves' off-season and the significance of developing young pitchers. They discuss changes in pitching philosophy and the impact of health on career longevity. The dialogue also shifts to the evolving landscape of colle…

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Baseball Common Sense with Hall of Famer John Smoltz! Part 1 20:19

5M ago20:19

20:19

Host Jim Powell, co-host Tyler Flowers, and John Smoltz (aka Smoltzie) discuss college football, biological men demanding to play in women's sports, and much more. The conversation delves into Rob Manfred's "golden at-bat" rule proposal, the state of pitching and injuries in Major League Baseball, and how rule changes could incentivize healthier pr…

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Portland Firefighters Local 43 Coats For Kids 12/15/24 24:59

5M ago24:59

24:59

AN INTERVIEW WITH ROBERT KAPUNIAI-RYAN WITH THE PORTLAND FIREFIGHTERS LOCAL 43 AND THE COATS FOR KIDS PROGRAM ABOUT THEIR 15 YEAR OLD ANNUAL EVENT GATHERING FUNDS TO BUY NEW COATS FOR SCHOOL AGED KIDS.

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Impact NW 12/8/24 24:59

5M ago24:59

24:59

AN INTERVIEW WITH ADA DORTCH, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND ADVOCACY FOR IMPACT NW AND CRISTEN LINCOLN, PRINCIPLE BROKER WITH LIVING ROOM REALTY ABOUT THE WORK IMPACT NW DOES WITH OUR HOMELESS COMMUNITY AND ABOUT THE ANNUAL COAT DRIVE THAT LIVING ROOM REALTY SPONSORS.

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Bird Alliance of Oregon 12/1/24 24:59

5M ago24:59

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AN INTERVIEW WITH STUART WELLS, EXCUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SARAH SWANSON, EVENT MANAGER, BOTH WITH THE BIRD ALLIANCE OF OREGON ABOUT THE CONSERVATION WORK THEY DO, THEIR WILDLIFE CARE CENTER, AND THE WILD ARTS FESTIVAL FUNDRAISER.

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Community College Voice Podcast: Talking about Itawamba Community College's MANUP program with Dr. Jay Allen 36:42

6M ago36:42

36:42

In this episode, we talk to Itawamba Community College president Dr. Jay Allen about the college’s MANUP program. The Minority Achievement Network for Upward Progression (MANUP) includes all ICC student men of color. Leadership skills, college and community involvement, educational advancement and fraternity are the highlights of the program.…

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Talking Student Mental Health with CCCSE's Linda Garcia 28:54

6M ago28:54

28:54

In this episode, we talk to Linda Garcia, executive director at the Center for Community College Student Engagement (CCCSE) about the center's new report on student mental health. CCCSE's website: https://cccse.org/ Direct link to the report: https://cccse.org/supporting-mindsBy Community College Voice Podcast

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Impact NW 12.8.24 24:59

6M ago24:59

24:59

An interview with Ada Dortch, Director of Development and Advocacy for Impact NW and Cristen Lincoln, Principle Broker with Living Room Realty about the work Impact NW does with our homeless community and about the annual coat drive that Living Room Realty sponsors. impactnw.org livingroomre.com/agents/cristen-lincoln/…

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Bird Alliance 12.1.24 24:59

6M ago24:59

24:59

An interview with Stuart Wells, Executive Director and Sarah Swanson, Event Manager, both with the Bird Alliance of Oregon about the conservation work they do, their wildlife care center, and the Wild Arts Festival fundraiser.

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Picking the Brains of '24 Cy Young Winner Chris Sale & his #1 Catcher Tyler Flowers: Grit, Growth, & Greatness 43:22

6M ago43:22

43:22

Hall of Fame sportscaster Jim Powell, co-host Tyler Flowers invites special guest Chris Sale, 2024 Cy Young Award winner, to discuss his remarkable season. They dive into the challenges and successes the Braves experienced, emphasizing player resilience, team camaraderie, and the superb leadership of manager Brian Snitker. Sale, known for his domin…

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Community College Voice Podcast, Season 9, Episode 4: Talking about Connecticut State Community College with John Maduko 42:11

6M ago42:11

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Dr. John Maduko is the inaugural president of Connecticut State Community College (CT State). In June 2023, Maduko led the final approval and consolidation of Connecticut's now former 12 independently accredited community colleges.By Community College Voice Podcast

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Baseball, Books, and the Beacon of Hope with Atlanta Metro RBI's John and Jordan Hollins 29:30

7M ago29:30

29:30

Jim Powell sits down with John Hollins, CEO of Atlanta Metro RBI, and his son Jordan Hollins the Director of Operations, to discuss their impactful baseball mentorship program. They explore the origins, mission, and successes of Atlanta Metro RBI, their commitment to balancing sports excellence with life preparation, and the various challenges and …

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Community College Voice Podcast, Season 9, Episode 3: An Ingenious Enterprise: CNM Ingenuity 35:53

7M ago35:53

35:53

CNM Ingenuity, an enterprise of Central New Mexico Community College, is positively impacting the outcomes of individuals in New Mexico and beyond through innovation, training, and economic development. CNM Ingenuity CEO Kyle Lee discusses programming, outcomes, and how the enterprise evolves to serve the changing needs of the workforce and of lear…

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Reviving Enrollment and Ensuring Stability Through Bold Planning 49:05

7M ago49:05

49:05

In this episode of Telling Our Story, Leticia chats with three guests from Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina. They share how ECSU overcame declining enrollment and the threat of shutting down a decade ago, on its way to being recognized in Third Way's Economic Mobility Index as one of the most outstanding historically black universi…

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Halftime of the 2024 NFL regular season with Wayne Larrivee 34:23

7M ago34:23

34:23

Host Jim Powell engages in a lively conversation with legendary sportscaster Wayne Larrivee, the iconic voice of the Green Bay Packers. They explore Larrivee's illustrious broadcasting career and dissect key NFL season dynamics: standout player performances, strategic shifts towards running games, and the impact of recent rule changes like dynamic …

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