Shows
The OverthinkersWhat is the Appeal of Faith (With Rian Johnson)Why do so many people choose to be religious? What draws people to embrace belief? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with filmmaker Rian Johnson, his new film "Wake Up Dead Man" and the themes of faith his movie brings up.
References and resources
Global religious population: https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/06/09/how-the-global-religious-landscape-changed-from-2010-to-2020/
American religious population: https://religionunplugged.com/news/2025/12/8/us-religious-decline-stalls-as-new-pew-data-shows-stabilization-even-among-young-adults
Jon Stewart on faith: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSmrEVjQdG8
Arthur Brooks on faith: https://www.hks.harvard.edu/faculty-research/policy-topics/public-leadership-management/happiness-may-be-decline-we-can-all
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2025-12-1546 minThe OverthinkersIs Giving or Receiving Better? (With Dallas Jenkins)The Bible--and the wider culture--agree: "It's better to give than to receive". But is that what the data says? And why would that be? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with insights from Dallas Jenkins, who discusses the DVD release of his film "The Best Christmas Pagaent Ever".
References and resources:
What happens to your brain when you give vs receive: https://www.apa.org/topics/mental-health/brain-gift-giving
Websites
The Overthinkers: theoverthinkersjournal.world
Nathan Clarkson: nathanclarkson.me
Joseph Holmes: josephholmesstudios.com
Dallas Jenkins: https://www.instagram.c...
2025-12-0851 minThe OverthinkersWhat is the Christmas Spirit?Everyone talks about getting in the Christmas spirit. But what is the Christmas spirit? And how do you have it? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss.
References and resources
Christmas spirit definition: https://www.facebook.com/fb.oed/posts/oed-wordoftheday-christmas-spirit-na-mood-or-attitude-appropriate-to-the-christm/1136215868511469/, https://www.oed.com/dictionary/christmas-spirit_n?linkId=300000019641113&fbclid=IwY2xjawN314hleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFUSnNKSDY4UGRoSDI4WWFwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvA0QL5PLZnJNTCoP7-DaWOfA5jOZJH18DOtdASApamvn0lrpaHtACOMgfw0_aem_Ah8kEn_mj7ADGUERhyJgwA
Measuring the Christmas spirit: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/stretching-theory/202212/now-you-can-measure-christmas-spirit?
A Christmas Carol Influence: https://www.scientificamerican...
2025-12-0137 min
Never Give Up with Lorna Jane ClarksonWelcome to Power Moves | How Visionaries Think - Lorna Jane Clarkson on Turning Ideas Into a Global MovementIn the very first episode of Never Give Up: Power Moves, Lorna Jane Clarkson sits down with her longtime friend and publicist, Grace Garrick from Movement Agency, to talk about vision - what it takes to get people to believe in your ideas, push through doubt and build momentum when you’re just starting out in business.
From coining the term “activewear” three decades ago, to building a global brand that continues to evolve, Lorna shares the defining moments, lessons and rituals that have helped her stay focused, avoid burnout and keep moving forward with purpose.
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2025-12-0118 minThe OverthinkersHow Did CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien Change the World? (With Dr. Joseph Loconte)What was the world like that CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien wrote their stories in? And how did their work change things? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with author and historian Dr. Joseph Loconte.
References and resources:
Tolkien and Lewis fantasy influence: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/abs/cambridge-companion-to-fantasy-literature/tolkien-lewis-and-the-explosion-of-genre-fantasy/47A1D63A6D2D6F2553664D98F0F2EC1D
Lewis and Tolkien’s influence through their fantasy writing and school curriculum: https://aeon.co/essays/the-rise-and-fall-of-the-oxford-school-of-fantasy-literature?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Lewi...
2025-11-2459 minThe OverthinkersWhat Dreams Should You Pursue?We hear a lot about the importance of pursuing your dreams. But which dreams? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss.
References and resources:
Pew research: https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2023/09/14/what-makes-for-a-fulfilling-life/#:~:text=When%20asked%20what%20it%20takes,Gender
Marriage matters more for happiness than career: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/17/opinion/marriage-happiness-career.html
Fantasizing about dreams kills goals, fantasizing about process helps achieve them: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/09/manifestation-positive-thinking-happiness/679695/
Most people do not achieve their goals: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih...
2025-11-1757 minThe OverthinkersShould We Try to Convert Others? (With Justin Lin)Should we try to convert others to our beliefs? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome American film director Justin Lin (director of multiple Fast and Furious movies) to discuss his new film "Last Days" about the 26-year-old Christian missionary John Chau, who died trying to convert the North Sentinel Island people.
References and resources:
Conversion definition:
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conversion
https://www.oed.com/dictionary/conversion_n#8281191
Benefits of missionaries: https://www.christianitytoday.com/about/stories/the-unexpected-good-news-about-missionaries/
Websites
The Overthinkers: theoverthinkersjournal.world
2025-11-1046 minThe OverthinkersWhat are the Medieval Virtues? (With Dr. Grace Hamman)What are the Medieval virtues? How are they related to the seven deadly sins? And how can they help us today? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson are joined by scholar and author Dr. Grace Hamman to answer these very questions.
References and resources:
https://www.britannica.com/event/Middle-Ages
Websites
The Overthinkers: theoverthinkersjournal.world
Nathan Clarkson: nathanclarkson.me
Joseph Holmes: josephholmesstudios.com
Dr. Grace Hamman: https://gracehamman.com/
2025-11-0356 minThe OverthinkersWhat are Exorcisms Really Like? (With Rev. Dan Todd)What are real-life exorcisms like? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson interview real-life exorcist Reverend Dan Todd on our latest episode.
References and resources
https://www.history.com/articles/exorcisms-christianity-gospels-movie
https://bigthink.com/thinking/history-of-exorcism/
Websites
The Overthinkers: theoverthinkersjournal.world
Nathan Clarkson: nathanclarkson.me
Joseph Holmes: josephholmesstudios.com
Rev. Dan Todd: https://www.ourladyofdivinemercyac.net/about-us
2025-10-2751 minThe OverthinkersWhy Are Vampires So Popular?Vampires have been a part of our mythology and pop culture for centuries. But why do they remain so popular? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss.
References and resources:
History of Vampires
https://www.history.com/articles/vampire-history
Blesses
Twilight (Movie)
Let the Right One In (Movie)
Dracula Has Risen from the Grave (Movie)
Curses
Vampire Diaries (TV Show)
Bram Stoker's Dracula (Movie)
Websites
The Overthinkers: theoverthinkersjournanl.world
Nathan Clarkson: nathanclarkson.me
Joseph Holmes...
2025-10-2045 minThe OverthinkersDoes Bigfoot Exist? (With CJ Blackburn and Kara Russo)Do monsters, cryptids, and urban legends like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster exist? If so, how would we know for certain? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with hosts of the Campfire Files podcast: Colin Blackburn and Kara Russo.
References and resources
History of Bigfoot: https://www.history.com/articles/bigfoot-legend-newspaper
Belief in Bigfoot, aliens, and loch ness monster on rise: https://civicscience.com/u-s-belief-in-sasquatch-has-risen-since-2020/
Websites
The Overthinkers: theoverthinkers.world
Nathan Clarkson: nathanclarkson.me
Joseph Holmes: josephholmesstudios.com
Campfire F...
2025-10-141h 03
The DartBrain PodcastEp. 13 - From Grassroots to Glory: The Coaching Path in DartsIn this episode of Dart Brain, Clint Clarkson explores the multifaceted world of coaching in darts, emphasizing its critical role in enhancing performance, building confidence, and providing psychological support. The conversation delves into the differences between formal and informal coaching, the psychological principles that underpin effective coaching, and practical tools for self-coaching. Through anecdotes and insights, Clarkson illustrates how coaching serves as a vital compass for players navigating the complexities of the game, ultimately making darts more enjoyable and rewarding.
TAKEAWAYS
Coaching is essential for navigating the complexities of darts.
Feedback accelerates learning and helps identify...
2025-10-0438 minThe OverthinkersHow Should We Handle Fear? (With Steven Taylor)It seems like today we're more afraid than ever. So how do we handle these fears? And how do we help our children handle fears? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with legendary singer and filmmaker Steven Taylor--who's new scary family film "Sketch" has brought such questions into the spotlight.
References and resources
Why fear is so powerful:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tech-happy-life/202008/why-it-feels-the-end-the-world-even-when-its-not
How to overcome fear:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/unpacking-anxiety/202312/facing-your-fears
Why anxiety is ri...
2025-09-291h 02The OverthinkersWhat's Wrong with the Modern World? (With Paul Kingsnorth)Most people feel like there's something wrong with our modern world. But what exactly is it? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with writer and thinker Paul Kingsnorth, unpacking his new book "Against the Machine".
References and resources:
How cell phones made life worse:
https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2022/05/social-media-democracy-trust-babel/629369/
Dropping confidence in US instititons:
https://news.gallup.com/poll/647303/confidence-institutions-mostly-flat-police.aspx
Blesses
Time Out of Joint (Book)
You are a Tree (Book)
Weapons (Movie)
The Master and his E...
2025-09-2256 minThe OverthinkersWhat's Wrong with Re-Enchantment? (With Dr. Joy Clarkson)What does it mean to be disenchanted? And why are so many people talking about the need to re-enchant the world? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss with special returning guest, author, editor, and culture writer Dr. Joy Clarkson.
References and resources:
Definition of disenchantment: https://www.britannica.com/topic/disenchantment-sociology
Against Re-Enchantment, By Joy Clarkson: https://www.plough.com/en/topics/faith/supernatural/against-reenchantment
Blesses
The Truman Show (Movie)
Hallowe'en Party (Book)
That Hideous Strength (Book)
Piranesi (Book)
Curses
2025-09-151h 11The OverthinkersHow Do We Know What We Know? (With Dr. Zak Schmoll)How can we know anything for certain? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome back author and academic Dr. Zak Schmoll to discuss the ever-pesky problem of epistemology.
References and resources:
https://www.britannica.com/topic/epistemology
Blesses
Foe (Book)
Biblical Knowing (Book)
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (Movie)
Interstellar (Movie)
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd (Book)
Curses
Foe (Movie)
Zodiac (Curse)
Life of Pi (Curse)
The Multiverse (Trope)
Websites
2025-09-081h 01The OverthinkersIs Social Media Making Us Dumber?Is social media making us dumber? Is it making us worse? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes give social media a grade and give advice on how to be smarter about your use of your online socials.
References and resources:
Social media is making us dumber:
https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2022/05/social-media-democracy-trust-babel/629369/
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/11/opinion/social-media-dumber-steven-pinker.html
https://www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/archive/2025/01/nicholas-carr-is-the-internet-making-us-stupid/681517/
Social media is (probably) not making us dumber:
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2025-09-011h 05The OverthinkersHow Do We Solve Homelessness? (With Dr. Terrence Lester)Homelessness is something everyone agrees is a problem. Yet, no one seems to know how to solve it. Scholar, speaker, community activist and author of From Dropout to Doctorate Dr. Terrence Lester joins Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes to share his life story and data-driven solutions on how to make a difference in the lives of those experiencing this devastating life situation.
References and resources
Homelessness definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homeless
Homelessness stats: https://www.britannica.com/topic/homelessness
Websites
The Overthinkers: th...
2025-08-251h 02The OverthinkersShould the Church Support the Arts? (With Brian Brown)Is the church not supportive enough of the arts? What would such support look like? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes talk to Brian Brown of the Anselm Society and Imagination Redeemed Podcast on this latest episode.
References and resources
Art definition: https://www.britannica.com/art/visual-arts
Banning theatrical portrayals of religion: https://lithub.com/why-was-shakespeare-wary-of-writing-about-religion/
Why the church should support the arts: https://thecollision.org/its-time-for-the-church-to-unleash-its-artists%EF%BF%BC/
Why the church should be balanced on the support of t...
2025-08-181h 15The OverthinkersWhat is the Purpose of Education? (with Annie Crawford)As more and more people are questioning the usefulness of higher education, it's worthwhile to ask: what is the purpose of education in the first place? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with educator and cultural apologist Annie Crawford.
References and resources:
What students want from college: https://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/higher-ed-gamma/true-purpose-college-education
Why young people are abandoning college: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/education/why-more-americans-are-skipping-college
Historical development of modern education: https://www.brookings.edu/articles/why-understanding-the-historical-purposes-of-modern-schooling-matters-today/
CS Lewis on education: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/52604...
2025-08-111h 02The OverthinkersDoes Discussion Really Change Minds?Our culture, and our entire political system, is based on the idea that discussion and debate can change hearts and minds. But is that a lie? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss.
References and resources
Exposure to alternative viewpoints causes us to dig in our heels: https://www.weforum.org/stories/2018/04/actually-social-media-isn-t-an-echo-chamber/
Cognitive bias: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-baby-scientist/202406/changing-hearts-and-minds
Our mental map: https://www.turing.ac.uk/blog/facts-dont-change-minds-and-theres-data-prove-it
Persuade people through relationships: https://www.theguardian.com...
2025-08-041h 02
The DartBrain PodcastEp. 2 - Monkey Brains - Why You Need Sports PsychologyIn this episode of Dart Brain, host Clint Clarkson delves into the often-overlooked aspect of darts: the mental game. He discusses the importance of sports psychology, the unique mental challenges faced by dart players, and how to transform pressure into performance. Clarkson emphasizes the need to manage the inner critic and the primal responses that can sabotage a player's focus. He introduces the concept of the 'chimp' and 'professor' brains, explaining how to train the mind to handle pressure effectively. The episode concludes with a recap of key insights and a teaser for the next episode, which will further...
2025-07-1720 min
The DartBrain PodcastEp. 1 - Welcome to the DartBrain PodcastIn the inaugural episode of DartBrain, host Clint Clarkson delves into the psychological aspects of darts, emphasizing that the game is predominantly mental. He outlines the podcast’s mission to help players improve their mental game through various formats, including monologues, panel discussions, and interviews with elite players. Clarkson aims to provide listeners with practical strategies to enhance focus, resilience, and overall performance in darts, while also fostering a community of players who share similar challenges and experiences.
takeaways
Darts is primarily a mental game, not just about mechanics.
Most players train their technique but neglect me...
2025-07-1710 minThe OverthinkersWhat is the Secret to Happiness?Everyone wants to be happy. But for so many, it seems so out of reach. What's the secret? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss on our latest episode.
References and resources
Definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/happiness
Less than half of Americans are happy: https://news.gallup.com/poll/610133/less-half-americans-satisfied-own-lives.aspx
Philosophers on happiness: https://www.weforum.org/stories/2016/06/13-great-philosophers-on-the-secret-of-happiness/
Scientists on happiness: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/01/magazine/happiness-research-studies-relationships.html
Americans say career over committed relationship: http...
2025-06-2354 minThe OverthinkersDo We Need Experts?Today lots of people are turning against experts. But is this wise? What are the problems with relying on experts and what are the problems with rejecting them? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss.
References and resources
Expert definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/expert
Trust in science has gone down: https://www.pewresearch.org/science/2023/11/14/americans-trust-in-scientists-positive-views-of-science-continue-to-decline/#:~:text=As%20trust%20in%20scientists%20has,in%20ratings%20of%20scientists%20generally.
Why Americans don’t trust experts: https://www.vox.com/vox-conversations-podcast/23030205/vox-conversations-michael-lewis-against-the-rules-experts
Reas...
2025-06-0955 minThe OverthinkersHow Do You Overcome Impostor Syndrome? (With Mary Marantz)Everyone who has ambitious goals has probably at some point dealt with impostor syndrome. So what is it? And how do we overcome it? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with best-selling author, podcast host, and sought-after business coach Mary Marantz.
Further Reading
Imposter Syndrome definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impostor%20syndrome
Imposter Syndrome history: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/neuroscience-in-everyday-life/202308/the-history-of-imposter-syndrome
Blesses
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (Movie)
16 Personalities (Website)
Dear Evan Hansen (Broadway)
How to Train Y...
2025-05-2654 min
Should I Delete That?Rethinking farming: mental health, loneliness, and breaking boundaries… with Clarkson's Farm's HarrietHarriet Cowan is not your stereotypical farmer.British farmers are under pressure and are often misunderstood. Harriet is making it her mission to change our perception of farmers and farming. Not only does this woman run two farms with her boyfriend - she also works five days a week as a nurse - we're pretty sure she's one of the hardest working people in the country.She came in to tell us all about the fascinating, relentless farming industry - what it means to take over a family farm, the pressures she and...
2025-05-2648 minThe OverthinkersWhy Does Beauty Matter? (With Andrew Klavan)What is beauty? Does it matter? If so, why? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with bestselling author and podcaster Andew Klavan.
Further reading
Beauty definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beauty
Philosophers on beauty: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/beauty/
Modern people on beauty: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/12/07/opinion/andre-aciman-why-is-beauty-important.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/03/well/live/awe-wonder-dacher-keltner.html
Blesses
Christ at the Column (Painting)
Fahrenheit 451 (Book)
Ecclesiastes (Book in The Bible)
Mo...
2025-05-1244 minThe OverthinkersHow Do We Overcome Shame? (With Aimee Byrd)What is shame? And how do we overcome it? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with celebrated author Aimee Byrd her book "Saving Face" about her own journey of shame and healing.
Further reading:
Shame definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shame
Shame vs guilt: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/shame#:~:text=Shame%20can%20breed%20feelings%20of,can%20erode%20trust%20over%20time.
Is shame bad? https://brenebrown.com/articles/2013/01/15/shame-v-guilt/
Is shame good? https://www.vox.com/first-person/2019/4/18/18308346/shame-toxic-productive
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2025-05-051h 01The OverthinkersIs Religion in Decline? (With Ryan Burge)Is religion in decline or are we headed for a revival? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with America's leading political scientist Ryan Burge.
Further resources
Karl Marx thought religion would disappear: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/belief/2009/jun/29/marx-religion-philosophy-opium
Durkheim thought religion would decline/disappear: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0037768614560959?icid=int.sj-abstract.citing-articles.15#:~:text=While%20Durkheim%20held%2C%20as%20did,Pickering%2C%201984:%20445).
Declining religion around the world: https://www.worldvaluessurvey.org/WVSNewsShow.jsp?ID=433#:~:text=From%202007%20to%202020%2C%20an,place%20among%20the%20American%20public.
h...
2025-04-2854 minThe OverthinkersWhy am I a Christian? (With Nathan Sherrer)Why do people beome (and stay) Christians or any religion whatsoever? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome Nathan Sherrer on the show to discuss their testimonies and what they think that says about faith and belief in the world.
Links to more resources:
Reasons why people believe in God
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-pursuit-peace/201712/the-psychology-religion
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/talking-apes/201808/why-do-people-believe-in-god
Intellectuals returning to faith:
https://www.thefp.com/p/how-intellectuals-found-god-ayaan-hirsi-ali-peter-thiel-jordan-peterson
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2025-04-211h 16The OverthinkersIs Jesus More Than a Historical Figure? (With John Eldredge)Everyone loves Jesus. But who was Jesus? Was he just a historical figure, or was he someone you can have a relationship with today? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with beloved author John Eldredge
Americans positive view of Jesus: https://www.barna.com/research/openness-to-jesus/
Americans belief in Jesus divinity: https://www.barna.com/research/what-do-americans-believe-about-jesus-5-popular-beliefs/
Bart Ehrman on Jesus: https://ehrmanblog.org/who-was-jesus/
Personal relationship with Jesus not in Bible:
2025-04-0741 minThe OverthinkersHow Do You Hear The Holy Spirit? (With Tyler Staton)The Holy Spirit is a really important part of Christian theology. But he's also the least understood. What's the traditional Christian understanding of the Holy Spirit? And why does that matter? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson invite author and pastor Tyler Staton to discuss.
Link to more resources:
Catholic/Orthodox Split: https://www.britannica.com/event/East-West-Schism-1054
Argument for continuationism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNuEImlg3yU&t=2764s&ab_channel=GavinOrtlund
Argument for cessasionism: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/cessationist/
Blesses
Disappointment w...
2025-03-3148 minThe OverthinkersShould We Fight Culture Wars?Culture wars seem to dominate life today. Should we participate in them, or abandon them? If we should engage with them, how and why? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss.
Links to resources
Definition of culture war: https://www.dictionary.com/browse/culture-war
James Davison Hunter on the culture war:
https://www.wbur.org/onpoint/2024/08/09/culture-wars-james-davison-hunter-politics
https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2021/05/20/culture-war-politics-2021-democracy-analysis-489900
Blesses
Trial and Death of Socrates (Book)
The Ot...
2025-03-2451 minThe OverthinkersHow Do Movies and TV Change Us? (With Walter Hickey)Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson talk with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Walter Hickey about what the research says on how the media we consume really does--and does not--affect us and our lives.
Time people spend with TV/Media: https://www.nielsen.com/insights/2023/tops-of-2023-tv/
Sesame Street improves education outcomes: https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2015/06/sesame-street-preschool-education/396056/
History of the Hayes Code: https://www.britannica.com/art/Hays-Code
Blesses
Bednobs and Broomsticks (Movie)
Spider-Man 2 (Movie)
You Are What You Wat...
2025-03-171h 02The OverthinkersWhat Makes a Great Hero?We all love heroes. But not all heroes are created equal. What makes a hero that can stand the test of time and also make us better? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss.
Resource Links
Hero definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hero
Different cultural ideas of heroes: https://www.cam.ac.uk/system/files/heroes_teacher_resources_.pdf
Why Vince Gilligan thinks we need more heroes: https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/breaking-bad-creator-vince-gilligan-good-guys-walter-white-1236309604/
Blesses
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2025-03-1055 minThe OverthinkersWhy Do We Need Religious Movies? (With Spencer Folmar)Why are there so few religious movies when the majority of the world is religious? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome back filmmaker Spencer Folmar to discuss.
85.6% of world’s population is religious. 31.6% of world’s population are Christians (majority religion); unaffiliated 14.4%: https://www.statista.com/statistics/374704/share-of-global-population-by-religion/#:~:text=In%202022%2C%20around%2031.6%20percent,of%20global%20populations%20as%20Hindu.
America’s religious/secular demographics: https://news.gallup.com/poll/511133/identify-religious-spiritual.aspx
Atheists 7% of World Population: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-secular-life/201510/how-many-atheists-are-there
History o...
2025-03-0359 minThe OverthinkersWhat's Wrong with Modern Dating?Nobody likes modern dating. But why is it so hard? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss.
Pew research on modern dating: https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2020/08/20/nearly-half-of-u-s-adults-say-dating-has-gotten-harder-for-most-people-in-the-last-10-years/
Why Does Modern Dating Suck? https://www.vice.com/en/article/why-dating-sucks-we-asked-experts/
Majority want to get married: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/02/15/among-young-adults-without-children-men-are-more-likely-than-women-to-say-they-want-to-be-parents-someday/#:~:text=Among%20adults%20ages%2018%20to,they%20want%20to%20get%20married.
Global marriage rates dropping/women’s higher standards and men’s dropping performance: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/02/america-marriage-decline/681518/
La...
2025-02-2453 minThe OverthinkersHow Does Trauma Affect Our Relationships? (With Tabitha Panariso)How does the experience of hardship in our past affect our ability to have healthy relationships now? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss with author and licensed counselor Tabitha Panariso to discuss.
Referenced resources
Definition of trauma: https://www.apa.org/topics/trauma#:~:text=Trauma%20is%20an%20emotional%20response,from%20Recovering%20emotionally%20from%20disaster
Attachment Theory: https://labs.psychology.illinois.edu/~rcfraley/attachment.htm
Millennials “reverse cognitive behavior therapy”: https://www.afterbabel.com/p/mental-health-liberal-girls
Gen Z’s “fear of taking part”: https://www.afterbab...
2025-02-1750 minThe OverthinkersAre Romance Movies and Books Bad for You? (With Keelia Clarkson)The romance genre may be the most popular genre in the world. But is it harmful for us? Does it create unrealistic and harmful expectations? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes bring on author, actress and podcast host Keelia Clarkson to get some answers.
Links to sources
Popularity of the romance genre: https://www.snhu.edu/about-us/newsroom/liberal-arts/misconceptions-about-the-romance-genre
Popularity of Hallmark movies/problems with romance movies: https://olemiss.edu/news/2024/07/romantic-movies-perception/index.html
Popularity of Bridgerton: https://deadline.com/2024/07/bridgerton-season-3-netflix-most-popular-list-shonda-rhimes-1235999509/
P...
2025-02-0359 minThe OverthinkersIs Anyone Beyond Redemption?In honor of co-host Nathan Clarkson's new Western movie "Bright Sky", Nathan and Joseph discuss whether anyone is beyond redemption, and what that means.
Links to sources cited:
Summary of Thomas Aquinas’s Compilation of Answers to What is Blasphemy Against the Holy Spirit (including St. Augustine): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tf8pin8x71Y
Psychologists emphasize the capacity to grow and change: https://psychcentral.com/blog/can-people-really-change#can-you-change-habits
Views of personality and neuroplasticity: https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/behavior/can-people-change-or-do-they-just-lie/
2025-01-2755 minThe OverthinkersHow Do We Know Our Calling? (With Dr. William Klein)How do we know our calling in life? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes talk to Biblical scholar Dr. William Klein on the history of the word "calling" and how we might be all--religious and non-religious alike--using the word wrong.
Links to resources mentioned:
Calling Definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/calling
More definitions of “calling”: https://www.christianitytoday.com/partners/nav-press/what-is-calling/
Forbes 20 Ways to Find Your Calling: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jessicahagy/2012/06/26/20-ways-to-find-your-calling/
Desire for calling: https://www.letu.edu/alu...
2025-01-201h 03The OverthinkersShould We Read the Classics? (With Faith Moore)Many of us find it hard to read classic literature. But is there value in it worth pushing through anyway? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome author and podcast host of "Storytime for Grownups" Faith Moore to discuss how she grew to love great old books.
Educators find decline in reading classic literature in 70s: https://www.nytimes.com/1977/05/29/archives/decline-in-reading-of-the-classics-in-public-schools-causes-concern.html
Decline in reading from 1982 to 2002: https://www.arts.gov/sites/default/files/RaRExec_0.pdf
Literature Humanities Professors find fewer read classics in 2020s: https://ww...
2025-01-131h 12The OverthinkersHow Do You Raise a Unique Child? (With Sally Clarkson)How do you raise children to value their uniqueness while also growing in maturity? Sally Clarkson returns to the show to discuss with Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson the new book by Sally and Nathan: "Uniquely You"
Discrimination against left-handed people: https://www.press.jhu.edu/newsroom/stuttering-and-retraining-left-handed-children-mid-century-us#:~:text=By%20the%20second%20decade%20of%20the%20twentieth,retraining%20left%2Dhanders%20had%20negative%20consequences%2C%20especially%20stuttering.&text=Terman%20(1877%2D1956)%20concluded%20that%20a%20third%20to,attempts%20to%20transform%20left%2Dhanded%20children%20into%20right%2Dhanders.
Howard Gardener's Multiple Intelligences: https://www.niu.edu/citl/resources/guides/instructional-guide/gardners-theory-of-multiple-intelligences...
2025-01-0639 minThe OverthinkersHow Do We Follow Through on Our Goals?In the first Overthinkers episode of the new season, Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss how to follow through on our goals. Studies show that most people who set goals in the new year don't follow through on them. How do you become the exception? Well, there's studies on that too! Joseph and Nathan go through some of the best strategies on the internet--and their own experience--to help set us all off on the right foot in the new year.
Podcast Sources:
Only 8 percent of adults achieve their goals: https://summer.harvard.edu...
2024-12-3059 minThe OverthinkersWhat Do We Really Want? (With Strahan Coleman)Everyone has deep desires. But what is our deepest desire? And how do we deal with the problem of satisfying that desire. Writer, award-winning folk musician, and spiritual director Strahan Coleman joins Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson to dive into what we want and how we can have it today.
Links to resources discussed in the episode:
Basics of Budhism: https://www.pbs.org/edens/thailand/buddhism.htm
The Stoics: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/stoicism/
Augustine and Desire: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/justin-taylor/an-analysis-of-one-of-the-greatest-sentences-ever-written/
2024-12-021h 02The OverthinkersShould We Vote for the Lesser of Two Evils?Do we have a moral obligation to vote for the lesser of two evils? Do we have a moral obligation not to? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss in the lead up to the American presidential Election.
St. Francis advises voting for lesser of two evils, and why: https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/pope-francis-kamala-harris-donald-trump-rcna171092
History of American “Lesser of Two Evils” debates: https://www.thenation.com/article/politics/lesser-of-two-evils-history-voting/
Reasons to not vote lesser of two evils:
https://www.cato.org/commentary/why-votin...
2024-11-0454 minThe OverthinkersWhat Are We Most Afraid Of?What are Americans most afraid of? And what does that say about us? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss.
Top ten list for 2024:
https://www.chapman.edu/wilkinson/research-centers/babbie-center/survey-american-fears.aspx
Conversation around Americans fears: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/19/science/sociology-fear-uncertainty.html
Top ten list for 2014: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2014/10/30/clowns-are-twice-as-scary-to-democrats-as-they-are-to-republicans/
Blesses
The Village
Nope
Where's God When I'm Scared
It: Part One
Curses
Beau is Afraid
It: Part Two...
2024-10-281h 06The OverthinkersDo Demons Exist? (With Dr. Joy Vaughan)Do demons exist? If so, what are they like? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome New Testament Scholar, author, and demon-expert Dr. Joy Vaughan to help them navigate the world of supernatural evil on this latest episode of spooky month.
Further links:
Demon definition:
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/demon
Demon history:
https://www.britannica.com/topic/angel-religion#ref410057
70% of Americans believe in The Devil:
https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/4400922-americans-ghosts-aliens-devil-survey/
Modern day exorci...
2024-10-141h 10The OverthinkersHow Do You Make a House a Home? (With Sally Clarkson)What does it mean to "make a house a home" and why is focusing on the home making a comeback? Mrs. Sally Clarkson brings
Romanticize Your Life Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/should-you-romanticize-your-life-with-keelia-clarkson/id1510271421?i=1000640843163
Homesteading Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/should-we-move-to-a-cabin-in-the-woods/id1510271421?i=1000629895281
Industrial Revolution’s effect on the home: https://amazon.com/Toxic-War-Masculinity-Christianity-Reconciles/dp/0801075734
Rise in popularity of "work from home": https://www.usnews.com/news/economy/articles/2024-01-25/remote-work-has-radically-changed-the-economy-and-its-here-to-stay#:~:text=Today%2C%20remote%20work%20has%20declined,degree%20is%20c...
2024-07-0855 minThe OverthinkersHow Do the Metaphors We Use Shape Us? (With Dr. Joy Clarkson)How do the metaphors we use to describe ourselves and our world shape us--for good and ill? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes bring back author Dr. Joy Clarkson to discuss the limits of how we describe ourselves in the modern world and what metaphors we should add to our vocabulary.
2024-03-111h 04The OverthinkersHow Do You Find A Spouse? (With Keelia Clarkson)Everyone agrees that dating is more difficult and ever. So how do you find a spouse if you want one? Resident happily married couple Nathan and Keelia Clarkson tell their story to resident single Joseph Holmes and give great tips for all the singles out there on this latest episode.
https://www.forbes.com/health/dating/dating-statistics/#:~:text=Data%20from%20Pew%20Research%20Center%20has%20found%20that%2047%25%20of,survey%20by%20The%20Harris%20Poll.
https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2017/09/14/as-u-s-marriage-rate-hovers-at-50-education-gap-in-marital-status-widens
https://www.cnbc.com/video/2023/07/19/why-are-people-not-getting-married-anymore.ht...
2024-02-191h 00The OverthinkersShould You Romanticize Your Life? (With Keelia Clarkson)"Romanticize your life" is a social media trend that has swept the internet. But what does it mean? And is it problematic? Keelia Clarkson joins Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes to discuss.
2024-01-0849 minThe OverthinkersAre Women Having An Identity Crisis? (With Keelia Clarkson)Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes talk to writer and podcast host of "The Wallflower Journal" and "Dear Wallflower" about why women seem to be having an identity crisis that nobody is talking about.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4478054/
https://www.cnn.com/2016/06/08/health/women-anxiety-disorders/index.html
2023-08-281h 05
Remotely One - A remote work podcastThe Social Connection - Kaleem Clarkson ep. 050Send us a textRick interviews Kaleem Clarkson, COO of Blend Me, Inc. and Co-Host of Remotely We Are One Podcast, on the topic of leadership's role in building and maintaining connections with a Social Connection Strategy. Likely the biggest challenge in remote work is isolation and loneliness. Added to that challenge is leadership overlooking this fragile subject. That said, a majority of our relationships begin in the workplace. Is there a structured process to help organize these social connections? What KPI's or metrics can be used to help quantify the importance of social connections?
2023-04-1311 min
Remotely One - A remote work podcastBlended Learning Programs For Onboarding - Hampton Clarkson ep. 042Send us a textRick and Kaleem met one on one with Hampton Clarkson, Education Services Consultant at Dell Technologies. In his role, Hampton faces a sizable challenge: What will new hires experience in their first 90 days? How will the flow of information improve their ramp to productivity? In this fun conversation, we discuss the priorities new hires need to learn and experience. Equally as important is determining how leadership can promote onsite gatherings as networking and culture building opportunities for remote employees. What are the benefits to gathering them for purposes other than work?
2023-02-1615 minThe OverthinkersHow Do You Make A Marriage Last? (With Sally Clarkson)Breaks up and divorces everywhere make young people despair of ever having a lasting relationship. Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes welcome back beloved author and speaker Sally Clarkson to discuss the real secrets to making a relationship last.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/marriage-rate-uk-latest-figures-lowest-record-ons-a9464706.html
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/04/happiness-recession-causing-sex-depression/586405/
2023-02-0650 minThe OverthinkersCan Men And Women Be Friends? (Keelia Clarkson)Is it possible for men and women to be "just friends"? Or will sex always get in the way? We discuss with returning guest Keelia Clarkson on this latest episode:
Articles and Data Referenced:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/200109/can-men-and-women-be-friends
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/men-and-women-cant-be-just-friends/
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/why-opposite-sex-friendships-will-destroy-your-marriage_b_61087505e4b0497e670270c7
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/buddy-system/201204/opposite-sex-friendships-in-couples#:~:text=Men%20reported%20an%20average%20of%20five%20men%20and,than%20men%2C%20this%20was%20not%20born...
2023-01-301h 01The OverthinkersHow Do You Make Friends? (With Dr. Joy Clarkson)People have a harder time today than ever making friends. So how does one make friends? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes sit down with author and speaker Dr. Joy Clarkson to unpack this deeply modern problem.
Articles referenced in this episode:
https://www.americansurveycenter.org/research/the-state-of-american-friendship-change-challenges-and-loss/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/11/23/americans-alone-thanksgiving-friends/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/200307/the-dangers-loneliness
2023-01-0948 minThe OverthinkersIs Being Relatable A Good Thing? (With Keelia Clarkson)One of the highest compliments we can give someone is to call them relatable. But should it be? Do we prize being relatable too much? Keelia Clarkson joins Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes to explain why our desire for "relatability" might be problematic.
2022-11-071h 03The OverthinkersAre Introverts Or Extroverts Better? (With Keelia Clarkson)It's the biggest feud on the internet: introverts vs extroverts. Who's better? What do each bring to the table? Joseph Holmes (introvert) and Nathan Clarkson (extrovert) invite back Keelia Clarkson (introvert) to settle this debate once and for all!
2022-08-1559 minThe OverthinkersShould You Be Friends With Your Kids? (With Sally Clarkson)Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes welcome back author and podcast host Sally Clarkson to discuss whether it's possible and healthy to be friends with your kids or if that prevents you from being a good parent. Check it out!
2022-05-0143 min
Clarkson Ignite PodcastAcross the Campus: Innovation with Darryl Scriven“People are not afraid of Change they are afraid of loss.”
On this week’s episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast we host Dr. Darryl Scriven, a professor specializing in mathematics and bioethics. We talk to Dean Scriven on his experiences and travels, and how it has influenced his outlook on innovation, the importance of ethical research, and the future of education in general. His passionate attitude towards change and innovation opens the door to many possibilities to share with the Clarkson community.
2022-04-2642 minClarkson Ignite PodcastAcross the Campus: SPEED TeamsDo you have the need for SPEED?
This week’s Clarkson University’s Ignite Podcast episode “Across the Campus” takes us on a wild ride with the Speed Team! This week we talk to the first ever female co-presidents Kaylee Schrader and Taylor Converse to talk about the exciting engineering competitions that Clarkson participates in and how they are using innovative technologies to get an edge over their competitors.
2022-02-0928 minThe OverthinkersWhat Do Women Want? (With Keelia Clarkson)Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson are joined by writer, actress, and creator of the new online women's magazine "The Wallflower Journal" (and wife of Nathan Clarkson) Keelia Clarkson to discuss what women are looking for in a man and what guys can do to get the girl.
2022-02-061h 03
Speaking with JoyBefriend Sadness with Sally ClarksonJoy talks with her mother Sally Clarkson about how sadness doesn't make us bad Christians, how to find light in dark seasons, and how to accompany others through sorrow.
2022-02-0328 minThe OverthinkersWhat Is Toxic Positivity? (With Dr. Joy Clarkson)Can positivity be toxic? How can you be positive without denying reality? Dr. Joy Clarkson joins Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson to discuss positivity, toxic positivity, grief, reality, and beauty.
2022-01-3057 minClarkson Ignite PodcastAcross the Campus: Institute for a Sustainable EnvironmentClarkson University is rising to the top of sustainability all thanks to the Institute of a Sustainable Environment!
This week on “Across the Campus” we talk to Dr. Susan Powers, the Director of the Institute for a Sustainable Environment, about our changing climate, sustainability efforts on campus, and the amazing progress and results Clarkson has done to reduce its carbon footprint! It is her mission – as well as Clarkson’s mission – to be carbon neutral by 2025!
2021-11-1242 minClarkson Ignite PodcastAcross the Campus: Engineering & ManagementWhat’s with the talk about data, data is everywhere and everything!
Welcome to Ignite’s new series Across The Campus, a theme focused on highlighting innovation in departments, clubs, and research on Clarkson University’s diverse campus. Join Clarkson Ignite on the first episode as we talk to Dr. Golshan Madraki, a professor conducting research in the area of mathematical modeling and its applications, specifically involving social media. Dr. Madraki talks to us about the importance of using mathematical modeling as a tool to help define and solve problems for social media, supply chain manageme...
2021-10-1536 minThe OverthinkersWhy Do We Need Imagination? (With Joy Clarkson)Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson are joined once again by Joy Carkson to discuss her and Nathan's new book, "The Clubhouse", why imagination is important, why people are afraid of it... oh, and why The Green Knight is so bad. (Yeah. We go there.)
2021-08-291h 01
Life with SallyThis Beautiful Truth: A New Inspiring Book by Sarah Clarkson - Episode 549In This Beautiful Truth, Sarah Clarkson shares her encounters with beauty in the midst of her decade-long struggle with mental illness, depression, and doubt. In a voice both vulnerable and reflective, she paints a compelling picture of the God who reaches out to us in a powerful way through the 'taste and see' goodness of what He has made and what continues to create amid our darkness.
2021-06-0739 minThe OverthinkersWhy is Reading Important? (with Sarah Clarkson)Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson invite author Sarah Clarkson on the show to discuss why--in a world of movies, TV, theater and video games--reading still matters.
2021-05-3156 minThe OverthinkersWhat Are Hollywood's Biggest Lies About Love and Sex? (With Keelia Clarkson)Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson sit down with writer and actress Keelia Clarkson to discuss the different lies that Hollywood has taught us about sex and love--and how they can do better.
2021-02-2855 minThe OverthinkersDoes Society Not Value Mothers? (With Sally Clarkson)Does our society not value mothers and motherhood? If so, how did we get here and how do we fix it? Sally Clarkson, author, speaker, and host of the show "At Home with Sally Clarkson and Friends" joins us to discuss this and more.
2021-02-0748 minThe OverthinkersWhy is Film Music Important? (With Joel Clarkson)Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson bring on film composer and author Joel Clarkson to discuss film score composing and why music is so important to our humanity.
2021-01-1056 minThe OverthinkersWhy Do We Love True Crime? (With Keelia Clarkson)Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome back actress and writer Keelia Clarkson to discuss why so many people (particularly women) love the True Crime genre.
2020-11-1252 minClarkson Ignite PodcastHow Clarkson Clubs are Adapting to COVID-19 GuidelinesIn this episode, we sat down with five different clubs here at Clarkson to see what innovative ways they have come up with to navigate all the guidelines put in place due to COVID-19. We talked to Doctors Without Borders, … Continue reading →
2020-11-0437 minClarkson Ignite PodcastCovid Hotspot Tracking with Mahesh BanavarIn this episode, we sit down with Mahesh Banavar, an associate professor in Clarkson’s Electrical and Computer Engineering department. We talked about the project he is collaborating on with professors from both Clarkson and Arizona State University, where they are trying to improve location services to help determine how far apart people are. This information is crucial to assist not only with contact tracing after a breakout of COVID-19 occurs, but also to help prevent breakouts from happening in the first place by identifying potential hotspots.
2020-10-2128 minClarkson Ignite PodcastClarkson Ignite Podcast with Lucas Root '05In this episode, we talk with Lucas Root ’05, Clarkson alumni, about his career path and how Clarkson has shaped him into a great innovator. Lucas has extensive experience working as a consultant for companies such as Pokemon with a focus on operations strategy and implementation projects. Listen in today on how start-ups could be affected now and what the Clarkson experience can offer.
2020-10-0738 minClarkson Ignite PodcastClarkson Greenhouse with Sue Powers and Matt HawthorneIn this episode, we talk with Sue Powers, the Director of Clarkson’s Institute for a Sustainable Environment, about the new greenhouse being built next to the garden as one of many sustainability projects across campus. We also talk to Matt … Continue reading →
2020-09-1631 minThe OverthinkersWho Are The Best Fictional Female Characters? (With Joy Clarkson)What are some of the best female characters in movies, books, and video games? And how do they subvert some of the problematic trends of portraying women in pop culture? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson bring on special guest Joy Clarkson of the podcast "Speaking with Joy" to discuss these matters and more on this hilarious and insightful episode.
2020-07-0546 minThe OverthinkersShould We Portray Sex and Nudity in Film? (With Keelia Clarkson)Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss are joined by special guest writer-actress Keelia Clarkson to discuss Keelia and Nathan's experiences as actors in an over-sexualized Hollywood, and whether or not there is a non-objectifying way to portray human sexuality in film and TV.
2020-05-1054 minClarkson Ignite PodcastHockey Technology with Devin Brosseau and Tad JohnsonIn this episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast, we sat down with the captain of the men’s hockey team, Devin Brosseau, as well as the men’s and women’s strength and conditioning coach Tad Johnson. They talked about all of the advanced technologies used in the D1 programs that help the athletes improve and keep them healthy, including timing systems, heart rate monitors, and how the teams use that information to help each individual athlete do their best. We also talked about how they manage other factors like nutrition, sleep, and stress. It was great to have them o...
2020-04-0750 minLife with SallyCultivating A Rich Inner Life Through Reading with Sarah Clarkson - Episode #370"A woman who reads is a woman who knows she must act: in courage, in creativity, in kindness, and often in defiance of the darkness around her. She understands that life itself is a story and that she has the power to shape her corner of the drama." ― Sarah Clarkson, Book Girl: A Journey Through the Treasures and Transforming Power of a Reading Life
2020-02-2639 minClarkson Ignite PodcastPresident Tony Collins and The Presidents ChallengeIn this episode of The Clarkson Ignite Podcast our crew sat down with President Tony Collins. Nick and Annaliese spoke with President Collins about his storied career at Clarkson. He has seen many students come and go throughout the years and he’s seen bright minds come up with bright ideas. We also highlighted the Presidents Challenge what he believes is the vehicle for these great ideas. It was a great episode and a fun time having him on.
2020-01-2234 minClarkson Ignite PodcastTom KassoufIn this episode of The Clarkson Ignite Podcast our crew sat down with Tom Kassouf ’74. He reminisced with us about his fond memories of Clarkson and his stories carrier. He has been a longtime employee and exec at Snap … Continue reading →
2019-11-2128 minClarkson Ignite PodcastSound Waves to Johndan Johnson-Eilola's EarsIn this episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast we talk with Clarkson communications professor Johndan Johnson-Eilola. He teaches a multitude of classes but one of his passions is sound design and audio work. Johndan, Ben, Annaliese, and Nick talked about … Continue reading →
2019-11-1229 minClarkson Ignite PodcastBob ZiekIn this episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast, we talk with Clarkson Alum, 78′, and Board Member Bob Ziek. He is the co-founder of Changing Paradigms a consumer packaged goods company. He also started a consulting company called ZSOURCE LLC. He is very involved in his community in Cincinnati and he tells us all about it. He was great to talk with and we hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did.
2019-10-3124 minClarkson Ignite PodcastIntroducing our Prestige New Provost Robyn HanniganIn this episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast, we talk with Robyn Hannigan, Clarkson University’s new provost. We chatted about her inspiration to become a scientist, successful startup founder, and an academic. She goes in depth with Nima and Nick about her life even including her love for Dunkin Donuts and Boston’s Italian pastry scene. She is possibly the most interesting person we have had on and we hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did.
2019-10-1031 minClarkson Ignite Podcast3 Day Start Up Competition
In this episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast, we talk with Mike Estes, student and business owner, about the ins and outs of the 3 Day Startup event held by Clarkson Ignite. He goes in depth with Nima and Nick about how much fun he had and what he learned from the awesome event. We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did.
2019-09-1247 minClarkson Ignite PodcastFinancing For Your FutureIn this episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast, we sat down with Katie Campbell, class of 03’, she served for many years on the Clarkson Alumni Board as well as is the Vice President and Director of Product Strategy and Development at AllianceBernstrein. Katie seeks to find creative ways to combine the investment capabilities of the firm with product structures to design investment offerings that are innovative, competitive, and deliver results for clients. Katie is also responsible for helping to shape the firm’s U.S. product strategy and lineup in partnership with investment and distribution.
2019-04-241h 06Clarkson Ignite PodcastDesigning a Bridge in 48 HoursIn this episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast, we sat down with Professor Erik C. Backus, the Howard E. Lechler Endowed Director of the Construction Engineering Management program at Clarkson. He is extremely involved with sustainability initiatives at Clarkson and in the surrounding community. He serves on the University Sustainability Committee, and is an affiliate faculty in the Institute for a Sustainable Environment. He is also heavily involved in the Lake Placid initiative to become the world’s first LEED Certified community. We discussed this along with some interesting stories from his time serving in the U.S. Army.
2019-02-2540 minClarkson Ignite PodcastBiosensors And A Global BreakfastOn this weeks episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast, we talked with PhD student Fatima Mustafa. Originally from Jordan, she came to Clarkson to pursue her PhD in chemistry, and did not hesitate to get involved on campus. She was one of the primary organizers of the Global Women’s Breakfast which focused on empowering women in chemistry. They had over 100 attendees discussing possibilities, challenges, and common myths about pursuing a career in chemistry. In addition, we discussed Fatima’s fascinating research on biosensors as consumer-based indicators with wide ranging implications in a number of customer-facing markets.
2019-02-1827 minClarkson Ignite PodcastEp. 11: Making Class InterestingThis week we talked to Chris Martin, an instructor in the Mathematics department. He is known in the Clarkson Community for teaching calculus classes in a way that connects with students and makes it more enjoyable; all the while ensuring students are able to learn the content well. We discuss the challenges of teaching pre-requisite courses that no one wants to learn, how he got to Clarkson, and what students can take away from classes they may not find useful or interesting. It was a great conversation with a very entertaining man. We hope you enjoy it as much...
2019-02-1139 minClarkson Ignite PodcastWhat A JourneyOn this episode of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast, we reflect on what it took to get here. We discuss all that we learned in order to start the podcast as well as our favorite aspects of every episode from this semester. All of our reflections are accompanied by related clips from the interviews. Each episode was unique in what it offered to the Clarkson Community, and every interview was a great opportunity to learn something new. This semester was everything we had ever hoped the podcast would be, and we can’t wait to see what next semester holds.
2018-12-0326 minClarkson Ignite PodcastWhere The Wind BlowsIn episode 6 of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast, we talk with Ken Visser, an Associate Professor of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering at Clarkson University. Prof. Visser has worked at NASA Langley and Boeing in addition to Clarkson University. In this episode we discuss many of his successes including the current 2017 Clarkson ISE Sustainability Project and some projects that did not make it to the implementation phase. Ken was really fun to talk with, and we hope you learn just as much as we did.
For more on Ken’s current work, visit: http://ductedturbinesinternational.com
2018-11-1943 minClarkson Ignite PodcastOne Shoe At A TimeMechanical Engineer-turned-entrepreneur, Damilola Adepoju joins us for episode 3 of the Clarkson Ignite Podcast. As a Clarkson graduate, he utilized his principles of engineering design and his passion for problem solving to create a shoe like no other. We talk to him about his journey, having to put his passion on pause, and all the ups and downs that go with starting your own business.
Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: @finishoes
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2018-10-0826 minClarkson Ignite PodcastThink. Make. PodcastIntroduction To Clarkson Ignite with Managing Director, Erin Draper, and Dean of the Coulter School of Engineering, William Jemison. In this episode we give background as to why this podcast exists, what Clarkson Ignite is, and why students should care. … Continue reading →
2018-09-0924 minLife with SallyEpisode #85: 10 Gifts of Heart - A Heart for Friendship with Sally Clarkson and Kristen KillEpisode #85 A Heart for Friendship "Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends." -John 15:13 "You are the first example of friendship to your children." - Sally Clarkson " True humility is not thinking less of yourself, it is thinking of yourself less." C.S. Lewis You were never meant, or expected, to do life alone. In this episode, Sally and Kristen discuss how to impart a love of community and friendship to our children. They encourage moms to model how to serve in friendship...
2017-06-1254 minLife with SallyEpisode #84: 10 Gifts of Heart - A Heart for Faith with Sally Clarkson and Kristen KillEpisode #84 "A spiritual life isn't a list of rules to keep, it is living in the spirit of the living God." -sally Clarkson In this episode, Sally and Kristen encourage moms to introduce their children not just to the truths of God, but to His reality in their lives, by showing them the ways that God has entered into their family story personally. They share how the life you create in your home can communicate the reality of God everyday, and inspire a wonder and imagination for God's kingdom in their hearts. Here's a...
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