Enlighten Me

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Enlighten Me

Education is more than the accumulation of knowledge. It’s the growth we experience when digging deep into the topics, systems, and ways of thinking that give flavor to life. Enlighten Me is dedicated to bringing listeners into the world of the unknown and providing meaningful insights into issues that affect us all. In each episode, we bring in researchers and experts from a wide range of fields to discuss a topic and how it relates to their industry. Part of the TXST Podcast Network: https://www.txst.edu/podcast-network.html

  1. HÁ 2 DIAS

    AI at TXST: From Research to Reality

    Discover how artificial intelligence is being studied and embraced at Texas State. In this episode, we dive deep with university faculty and staff to explore AI research, how it's being used across the university, and how it's shaping the future of education and the Bobcat community.

    36min

  2. 24 DE SET.

    Yes, Your Vote Matters

    Before you go to the polls in November, join us on Enlighten Me for a look how voting become the center of citizen participation in government. We’re looking at the roots of voting in America, how has voting changed since the Founders’ generation? How does voting work in other countries? And most importantly, does your single vote really matter? (It absolutely does!) With Paul Hart, Director of the Center for International Studies and Michael Faber, Associate Professor,  Department of Political Science.

    44min

  3. 30 DE JUL.

    Food + Identity

    Your relationship to food can reflect your values, celebrate your community, or even broadcast your worldview. This month, Enlighten Me explores how what we put on our plate can be an insight into what’s in our soul.  Interviews with Dr. Deborah Harris (Professor, Sociology), Dr. Lauren Butler (Assistant Professor, School of Family & Consumer Sciences) and Lindsey Menge (Senior Lecturer, School of Family & Consumer Science).

    48min

  4. 25 DE JUN.

    The Soundscape of Texas & Beyond

    What is Texas music and how does it affect local and national culture? Dr. Joseph Kotarba discusses music experiences across the life course, Dr. Kevin Mooney talks music and identity, and Jason Mellard the importance of Texas music history. Listen to the songs mentioned, plus more Texas Music here!

    53min

  5. 28 DE MAI.

    Then, Now & NEXT

    On the next episode of Enlighten Me, we’re delving into the past, present, and future of Texas State to celebrate our 125th anniversary with Texas State Librarian Margaret Vaverek, TXST Chief Research Officer Shreek Mandayam, and Texas State President Kelly Damphousse. We’re retracing how we’ve grown and adapted to meet the changing needs of Texas through the decades and looking forward to see how Texas State is working today to shape our tomorrow. Explore more TXST history at https://125.txst.edu/

    43min

  6. 30 DE ABR.

    Deep in the Heart of Texas: Investigating Teacher Turnover

    We delve into the pressing issue of teacher turnover in Texas. Hear from educators and researchers on the front lines as they explore potential solutions to this critical challenge facing education in the Lone Star State. We converse with TXST's Dr. Millie Cordaro, Dr. Priscilla Goble, and Dr. Michael O'Malley.

    1h1min

  7. 26 DE MAR. · BÔNUS

    Earth Day, Conservation at TXST, and the Easter Bunny - Special Mini-Episode

    In this episode, we discuss Earth Day, conversation organizations at TXST, and everyone's favorite holiday rabbit.

    11min

  8. 27 DE FEV.

    Let’s Play: Why Do We Love Sports?

    This month on Enlighten Me, we’re shining the light on what humans get out of our obsession with sports of all kinds, from looking at the re-invigorated fan culture at Texas State sparked by our football team's first bowl winning season, to the social and economic impact of sports fandom across our global culture, and how communities built around sports can be healthy for humans.

    40min
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Education is more than the accumulation of knowledge. It’s the growth we experience when digging deep into the topics, systems, and ways of thinking that give flavor to life. Enlighten Me is dedicated to bringing listeners into the world of the unknown and providing meaningful insights into issues that affect us all. In each episode, we bring in researchers and experts from a wide range of fields to discuss a topic and how it relates to their industry. Part of the TXST Podcast Network: https://www.txst.edu/podcast-network.html

Informações

  • Criado por
    Texas State University
  • Anos de atividade
    2023 - 2024
  • Episódios
    15
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Site do podcast
    Enlighten Me

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