The Tech Savvy Professor

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​The Tech Savvy Professor, hosted by Dr. Marty Jencius (Kent State University) and Dr. Eric Perry (Keiser University), are two professors' love for all things technology. TSP will be brief weekly conversations regarding what technology they are currently enjoying. You'll get helpful ideas of great software, apps, and hardware as they can be used in your academic and non-academic life.

  1. Jul 5

    Email to Workflow

    Eric and Marty speak about how to get things out of your email and into your workflow The Built-In Tools: Mail Rules Faculty Guide: Managing Outlook Email Effectively https://helpdesk.lsua.edu/support/solutions/articles/48001276836-faculty-guide-managing-outlook-email-effectively Set Up Rules in Apple Mail https://www.macuncle.com/blog/set-up-rules-in-apple-mail/ 10 Essential Outlook Rules to Amplify Your Productivity https://exclaimer.com/email-signature-handbook/10-essential-outlook-rules-amplify-productivity/ Apple Shortcuts: Triggering Tasks from Mail Communication Triggers in Shortcuts https://support.apple.com/guide/shortcuts/communication-triggers-apdd711f9dff/ios Automate Tasks in Mail on Mac https://support.apple.com/guide/mail/automate-mail-tasks-mlhlp1120/mac Zapier: Connecting Email to Everything Else 6 Gmail Automation Ideas https://zapier.com/blog/automate-gmail-with-zapier/ Automate Todoist Task Creation from Gmail https://www.storylane.io/tutorials/how-to-automate-todoist-task-creation-from-gmail-emails-with-zapier Automating Task Management: From Gmail to Notion https://connex.digital/blog/automating-task-management-from-gmail-to-notion-using-zapier/ How to Automate Gmail with Zapier (Filters, Labels, Workflows) https://aiprocesshub.com/automate-gmail-with-zapier/ IFTTT: The Simpler Alternative Connect Email and iOS Shortcuts on IFTTT https://ifttt.com/connect/email/ios_shortcuts AI in the Loop Zapier Automation for Google Workspace Efficiency https://www.automatemy.co/blog/zapier-automation-for-google-workspace-efficiency Find the Show Email: ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.com Web: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor

  2. Jun 10

    Some of our favorite new hardware

    Eric and Marty return to TSP and talk about their favorite new hardware. EPOMAKER TH108 PRO Full Size Mechanical Keyboard with Screen & Knob, Wireless Gaming Keyboard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FVLS8Z9B MacBook Neo - Apple https://www.apple.com/macbook-neo/ Plaud Note Al Voice Recorder, Note Taker w/Case, App Control, Transcribe & Summarize with Al https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZX48H2Z MOKiN 10Gbps USB C Hub Ethernet, 7 in 1 USB C Adapter for MacBook Pro/Air with 4K@60HZ HDMI https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CN115DM4 Lifelong Ergonomic Adjustable Laptop Stand for Desk, Extra Tall 20" Height Aluminum Laptop Riser https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G3YGDJ1 Presentation Clicker PowerPoint Wireless Presenter Remote https://www.amazon.com/Presentation-PowerPoint-Presentations-Presenter-Projector/dp/B0B8SDK2LH/ Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2, 14 Oz, App-Controlled Heated Coffee Mug https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z5H4TF5 YouTube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.com ThePodTalk.Net

  3. Mar 18

    Editing and Creating Videos Made Easy

    Marty and Eric give their tips and resources for how faculty can create, edit, and publish professional-quality video. Platform-Specific Video Creation Tools macOS Tools Final Cut Pro – https://support.apple.com/guide/final-cut-pro/welcome/mac iMovie – https://support.apple.com/guide/imovie/welcome/mac ScreenFlow – https://www.telestream.net/screenflow/overview.htm Ecamm Live – https://www.ecamm.com Windows Tools Camtasia – https://www.techsmith.com/video-editor.html Clipchamp – https://support.microsoft.com/clipchamp OBS Studio – https://obsproject.com iPadOS & iOS Tools LumaFusion – https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios/ CapCut – https://www.capcut.com Apple Clips – https://support.apple.com/guide/clips/welcome/ios Android Tools KineMaster – https://www.kinemaster.com InShot – https://inshot.com  AI Tools for Editing Descript – https://www.descript.com Riverside – https://riverside.fm Adobe Express Video – https://www.adobe.com/express/create/video Email: ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.com Website: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor

  4. Feb 13

    Phones, Tablets, and Laptops at Work

    Eric and Marty talk about how they use their phones, tablets and laptops at work  Articles & Resources Using Mac and iPad Together: Tips and Tricks https://education.apple.com/resource/250012976 How I turned my iPad into a work machine https://youtu.be/Uu8gU8gyCZU How to Integrate Tablets into Existing Workflows https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/knowledgebase/how-to-integrate-tablets-into-existing-workflows/ Four ways tablets can improve your workflowhttps://shop.lhagenda.com/uncategorized/four-ways-tablets-can-improve-workflow/7 ways to use your smartphones & tablets for work https://command-app.com/7-ways-to-use-your-smartphones-tablets-for-work Smartphone: Command Center & Capture Device ·   Email triage and quick replies ·   Calendar and scheduling ·   Text communication ·   Voice memo and idea capture ·   Two-factor authentication ·   Quick AI prompts ·   Micro-tasks between meetings Tablet: Reading & Reflective Workspace ·   Reading and annotating PDFs ·   Dissertation and manuscript review ·   Slide viewing and markup ·   Handwritten note-taking ·   Mind-mapping and idea sketching Laptop/Desktop: Deep Work Engine ·   Manuscript writing and grant drafting ·   Data analysis ·   Slide creation ·   Course design and LMS work ·   Video recording and editing ·   Long-form AI prompt engineering   Practical Takeaways ·   Not all devices should do everything. ·   Assign tasks by cognitive load. ·   Reduce context switching. ·   Protect deep-work environments. ·   Let your workflow evolve as your academic role evolves. Final Comments Email: ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.com Website: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor

  5. 12/23/2025

    Building Your Digital Academic Brand

    Marty and Eric talk about ways in which you can plan, organize, execute your digital academic brand. Helpful Tools for Academic Websites & E-Portfolios Website Builders: - WordPress – https://wordpress.com - Squarespace – https://www.squarespace.com - Wix – https://www.wix.com   Academic-Focused Platforms: - Google Sites – https://sites.google.com - Notion – https://www.notion.so - Weebly for Education – https://education.weebly.com - About.me – https://about.me Practical Approaches - Start with a one-page website. - Use templates for teaching, research, service, and media. - Embed Google Scholar, ORCID, or Zotero widgets. - Sync updated CV PDFs to your site. - Include professional photos and a consistent color palette.   Practical Takeaways - Your website is the public front door to your professional life. - A personal site maintains control of your academic narrative. - Use the site as a centralized hub for your work. - E-portfolios help others understand the breadth of your work. - Search committees expect digital presence. Email: ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.com Website: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor

  6. 11/12/2025

    Real-Time Polls and Quizzes

    Eric and Marty diving into classroom polling and quiz apps—like Poll Everywhere, Mentimeter, and others—that allow professors to gather instant student feedback. Live polls inject interactivity into lectures and have been shown to improve attention, participation, and retention. Quick Tips for Success: ·       Integrate polls directly into PowerPoint or Keynote (Poll Everywhere plug-in). ·       Use open-ended questions sparingly; they work best for brainstorming. ·       Try a pre-lecture quiz to gauge understanding and a post-quiz to reinforce learning. ·       Encourage students to create their own polls for peer learning. Practical Approaches ·       Keep polls short — 1–3 quick questions maintain energy. ·       Use polls as transitions between lecture segments. ·       Visualize results instantly to spark discussion. ·       Rotate between tools to match class size and goals. ·       Record responses and trends to inform future lessons. Popular Platforms for Faculty: - Poll Everywhere – https://www.polleverywhere.com - Mentimeter – https://www.mentimeter.com - Kahoot! – https://kahoot.com/ - Slido – https://www.slido.com/ -  Socrative – https://www.socrative.com/ - Quizizz – https://quizizz.com/ - Nearpod – https://nearpod.com/ -Booket - Booket.com  - Quizlet - Quizlet.com  Email: ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.com Website: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, and all major podcast platforms.

  7. 10/28/2025

    Next-Level Writing and Publishing Apps

    Marty and Eric look at tools that organize, polish, and publish your academic work — balancing power, simplicity, and ethical use. All-in-One Writing and Organization Scrivener – Powerful long-form writing, corkboard planning, manuscript export.https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener  Manuscripts App – Simplified alternative to Scrivener with structure tools.https://www.manuscriptsapp.com/  Ulysses – Distraction-free Markdown writing for blogs & articles.https://ulysses.app/  yWriter – Free project-based writing tool good for dissertations or long reports.https://www.spacejock.com/yWriter.html  Academic and Collaboration Platforms Overleaf – Collaborative LaTeX editor with journal templates & real-time co-authoring.https://www.overleaf.com/  Authorea – Hybrid LaTeX/WYSIWYG tool for scientific papers and preprints.https://www.authorea.com/  Google Docs – Ubiquitous collaborative writing & version history.https://docs.google.com/  AI-Assisted and Grammar Enhancers Grammarly – Context-aware grammar & tone checking.https://www.grammarly.com/  ProWritingAid – Deep style and structure feedback, integrates with Word & Scrivener.https://prowritingaid.com/  LanguageTool – Open-source multilingual grammar checker.https://languagetool.org/  Writefull for Overleaf – AI-based academic English feedback built into Overleaf.https://www.overleaf.com/learn/how-to/Writefull_integration  Ginger Software – Real-time grammar & sentence rephraser.https://www.gingersoftware.com/  Citation & Reference Managers Zotero – Free open-source reference manager & PDF organizer.https://www.zotero.org / Mendeley Reference Manager – Integrated PDF annotations & bibliographies.https://www.mendeley.com/  EndNote 20 – Professional citation tool with journal style templates.https://endnote.com/  Moderate and Accessible Alternatives FocusWriter – Minimalist writing interface to reduce distraction.https://gottcode.org/focuswriter/  Typora – Seamless Markdown editor for structured notes & drafts.https://typora.io/  Notion – Modular workspace for research organization and writing.https://www.notion.so/  Email: ThePoTalkNetwork@gmail.com Website: https://ThePodTalk.net YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechSavvyProfessor

  8. 09/11/2025

    Helping Colleagues Learn New Tech Without Losing Your Mind

    We’ve all been the “go-to tech person” in our department. Colleagues often ask for help with software or hardware, and while it can feel rewarding, it can also be frustrating. This episode explores how to balance being supportive with keeping your sanity intact. The 7 Rules for Teaching Colleagues about tech 1. Start with purpose, not features. Ask: “What do you want this to help you do this week?” 2. One task per session. Success once, unaided — then stop. 3. I do → We do → You do. Demo once, do it together, then they do it solo. 4. Use their words & write steps down. Make a 4–5-step card; snap a photo of it. 5. Slow the tempo; narrate actions. “Open Photos… tap Share… press and hold…” 6. Translate jargon. “Two-factor” → “second step to prove it’s you.” 7. Praise the process. Celebrate spot-on actions (“You found the Share icon—nice!”). Helpful Tech Learning Resources for Colleagues GCFGlobal – Computer Basics & Tutorialshttps://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/computerbasics/  Techboomershttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Techboomers  PA Adult Ed Resources – Basic Computer & Mobile Skillshttps://www.paadultedresources.org/basic-computer-and-mobile-skills-resources/  Learning Forward – 5 Ways Coaches Can Support Technology Integrationhttps://learningforward.org/journal/where-technology-can-take-us/5-ways-coaches-can-support-technology-integration/  We Are Teachers – 5 Ways to Help Teachers With Tech Right Nowhttps://www.weareteachers.com/help-teachers-with-tech/  Madison College LibGuides – Adult Basic Education: Computer Skillshttps://libguides.madisoncollege.edu/abe/computerskills  Rogers Free Library – Computer Basics & Media Literacyhttps://rogersfreelibrary.org/computer-basics/  Scribe app https://scribehow.com/ Email: Thepotalknetwork@gmail.com Website: ThePodTalk.Net YouTube: YouTube.com/@TechSavyProfessor

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​The Tech Savvy Professor, hosted by Dr. Marty Jencius (Kent State University) and Dr. Eric Perry (Keiser University), are two professors' love for all things technology. TSP will be brief weekly conversations regarding what technology they are currently enjoying. You'll get helpful ideas of great software, apps, and hardware as they can be used in your academic and non-academic life.

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    2018 - 2026
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