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SimonCast is keeping the legacy of Senator Paul Simon alive through wide-ranging, civil conversations. Host John Shaw, director of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, sits down with elected officials, historians, journalists, policy analysts, military experts, economists, authors, philanthropists, and others to learn about their lives and careers and elicit their perspectives on our changing world.

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SimonCast is keeping the legacy of Senator Paul Simon alive through wide-ranging, civil conversations. Host John Shaw, director of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, sits down with elected officials, historians, journalists, policy analysts, military experts, economists, authors, philanthropists, and others to learn about their lives and careers and elicit their perspectives on our changing world.

    Philip Taubman: Diplomacy, Statesmanship, and the End of the Cold War - Episode 27

    Philip Taubman: Diplomacy, Statesmanship, and the End of the Cold War - Episode 27

    Philip Taubman, a lecturer at Standford University, joined the Institute to discuss his book “In the Nation’s Service: The Life and Times of George Shultz” and one of his earlier books, “The Partnership: Give Cold Warriors and Their Quest to Ban the Bomb.” This episode was recorded in April 2023. Hosted by John Shaw. Produced and edited by Jaclyn Durcholz. This podcast is produced through a partnership with WSIU Public Radio.

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Fanta Aw: The Power of International Education - Episode 26

    Fanta Aw: The Power of International Education - Episode 26

    Dr. Fanta Aw, Executive Director and CEO of the NAFSA: Association of International Educators, joined the Institute to discuss the transformative power of international education and the importance of international exchange programs.

    • 54 min
    Rep. Margaret Croke: Launching a Career in Public Service - Episode 25

    Rep. Margaret Croke: Launching a Career in Public Service - Episode 25

    Margaret Croke, Illinois State Representative District 12, joins the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute to discuss her career in public service with John Shaw.

    • 54 min
    John Palfrey: The MacArthur Foundation - Episode 24

    John Palfrey: The MacArthur Foundation - Episode 24

    John Palfrey, president of the MacArthur Foundation, joined the Institute to discuss his wide-ranging career and the foundation's important work, including its commitment to supporting independent journalism with John Shaw.

    • 51 min
    Shannon McGregor: The Power and Danger of Social Media - Episode 23

    Shannon McGregor: The Power and Danger of Social Media - Episode 23

    Shannon McGregor, professor of journalism and poli-sci at UNC - Chapel Hill, discusses the impact of social media on journalism, politics and government in the U.S.

    • 45 min
    Dr. Evelyn Farkas: The McCain Institute's Commitment to Advancing Character-Driven Leadership - Episode 22

    Dr. Evelyn Farkas: The McCain Institute's Commitment to Advancing Character-Driven Leadership - Episode 22

    Description: Dr. Evelyn Farkas, Executive Director of the McCain Institute, discusses with John Shaw her career, the McCain Institute's commitment to advancing character-driven leadership around the world, and the national security challenges facing the United States.

    • 56 min

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