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Out of Our LeagueBill Doesn't Receive a Hall PassBill Belichick isn’t a first-ballot Hall of Famer? Really? Charles and Mike react to the stunning snub before diving into an all-time great NFL postseason that will culminate with Super Bowl LX between the Patriots and Seahawks. Plus, Shedeur Sanders is a Pro Bowler (again, really?), and the rich get richer as the Dodgers sign Kyle Tucker. Jason’s Wormbyte covers his first-hand experience watching Indiana complete their dream season, and the latest defection from LIV back to the PGA. While the Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment has Mike reminiscing on his two games of NFL glory!
2026-01-2931 minOut of Our LeagueWe're Not Going To Talk About ThatWhy did Shadeur Sanders fall so far? What's up with Bill Belichick's book? The NBA Playoffs are getting chippy. Plus Jason's Wormbyte and the Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week.
2025-04-3029 min
Teacher RockStar PodcastSocial Promotions in our Public Schools: #220In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bill Coplin as we discuss the implications of social promotions in schools.
Dr. Bill Coplin: Website - billcoplin.com / email: wdcoplin@syr.edu.
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2025-02-1237 minOut of Our LeagueThe Hoodie Heads SouthBill Belichick goes back to school. Charles and Mike have thoughts on "Patriots South". The latest on the NFL and why there are awful matchups this coming Sunday afternoon. Plus the NBA Cup, does anybody care? Jason's Wormbyte and the Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week.
2024-12-1729 minTeacher RockStar PodcastWhy Schools Don't Do Skills Education Well: #203In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Bill Coplin to discuss why schools don’t do skills education well. He talks about key differences between traditional academic education and skills-based education and much more.
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2024-10-0936 minOut of Our LeagueWait. What Channel Is That On???It's that time of year. Mike and Charles respond to Bill Belichick's "Get off of my lawn" rant about all the kickoff entertainment at Gillette during the early days of their dynasty and why the Krafts felt differently. Things to watch for on Opening Weekend. Brady? Rodgers? Kickoffs? Brazil? The guys make their on and off-the-field predictions for the 2024 NFL season. Two Americans in the US Open semifinal but will anyone watch. Jason's Wormbyte on the good and bad of college football and the Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week.
2024-09-0433 min
Career Education ReportWhy the Liberal Arts Model Fails Students: A Need for ChangeWith over 50 years of experience, Dr. Bill Coplin shares his journey from questioning the traditional liberal arts model to pioneering a practical, skill-based approach with host Jason Altmire. Dr. Coplin says the current higher education system fails to serve students, who often view a college degree as something that should serve a direct purpose. He underscores the necessity of aligning coursework with students' interests, promoting experiential education, and emphasizing the need for internships.Dr. Coplin is the founder and professor of the undergraduate policy studies major at Syracuse University and a prolific writer. He...
2024-07-2421 min
SEEing to LeadSkills Win with William CoplinBill Coplin is an award-winning educator, author & social innovator with an impressive academic journey spanning six decades. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences from Johns Hopkins University in 1960, followed by a Master of Arts in 1962 and a Ph.D. in International Relations in 1964 from American University. From 1977 to 2021, Coplin was the Director and Professor of the Public Affairs Program at the Maxwell School of Syracuse University and the College of Arts and Sciences.Coplin started his academic career as a professor at Wayne State University in 1964. His dedication and scholarship...
2024-07-1542 min
On Books and People with Mark MattesonEp.95 – Dr. Bill CoplinDr. Bill Coplin is the founder and professor of the highly successful undergraduate Policy Studies Major at Syracuse University. An author of 110 books and articles, many of which are in education, he has taught and advised tens of thousands of undergraduates over his 50+ years of teaching.
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2024-07-1236 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 48: The Listener Press!On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Listener Presses: This year we have 20 fantastic titles from our listeners. Our TBRs exploded, and we hope yours do too! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 2:19 - Your Listener Presses3:48 - The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown (pressed by Katie)6:40 - The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow7:3...
2024-07-0800 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 48: The Listener Press!On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Listener Presses: This year we have 20 fantastic titles from our listeners. Our TBRs exploded, and we hope yours do too! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . . 2:19 - Your Listener Presses 3:48 - The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown (pressed by Katie) 6:40 - The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow 7:32...
2024-07-081h 04Teacher RockStar PodcastThe Skills Revolution in K-12 Education: #189In this episode we explore the skills revolution, a shift in education focusing on critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and digital literacy. Schools are adopting project-based learning, coding classes, and social-emotional learning to prepare students for the future. This revolution is driven by technological advancements and the evolving job market. The skills revolution is essential for preparing students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
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2024-07-0330 min
The Career Evangelist#227: Strategies for Career Success with Dr Bill CoplinIn this episode of the Career Evangelist Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Bill Coplin, an esteemed educator and advisor with over 60 years of experience. As the Founder and Professor of the renowned Policy Studies Major at Syracuse University, Dr. Coplin has revolutionized the way students prepare for their careers. Holding the prestigious title of Laura J. and L. Douglas Meredith Professor for Teaching Excellence, he has mentored over 40,000 individuals, helping them develop the essential skills needed to thrive in today's job market.
Join us as Dr. Coplin shares his invaluable insights on the key strategies...
2024-06-1932 min
The Teacher StoryEp.95-Season 4 Finale & Diary Entry 6-Leap of Faith in a Leap Year!-Jackie Scully In this episode, I want to share a big thank you to all my guests in Season 4 and a diary entry about my life update as I am ready to pivot into a new chapter in my career and pause on the podcast until 2025. Be on the lookout for previews and updates through the summer, fall, and winter as I prepare for a rebrand of The Teacher Story Podcast and kick off in January 2025!The podcast will remain available on all platforms, and I will continue sharing updates on social media throughout the rest of this year...
2024-06-0913 min
Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools398: The Path to Equity: Inclusion in the Kingdom of Liberal Arts with Dr. Bill CoplinDr. Bill Coplin is an award-winning professor and founder of the undergraduate Policy Studies major at the top ranked Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University. As a social innovator, Coplin is committed to transforming high school and college education into a well-rounded experience that promotes professional skill development for real-world application.Throughout his tenure, Coplin has dedicated his 65-year career to education reform across academia and for the public through teaching, advising and consulting. He is the J. and L. Douglas Meredith Professor for Teaching Excellence at the Maxwell School and College of...
2024-06-0342 minOut of Our LeagueFare Thee WellWhat a long, strange trip it's been. Mike and Charles remember Bill Walton, discuss the potential ramifications of the NCAA settlement. Is it only a matter of time before there are 18 regular season games in the NFL? Is Dallas now the greatest sports town in America? Plus Jason's Worrbyte and the Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week.
2024-05-2934 min
Get Up in the CoolEpisode 405: Bobcat Opossum (Tune Scavengers)Welcome to Get Up in the Cool: Old Time Music with Cameron DeWhitt and Friends! This week’s friends are Ellen Coplin and Sean Michael Hoffman of Bobcat Opossum. We recorded this at their home in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
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Charles Bee’s Old 22 (0:30)
12/31/23 (Sean Michael Hoffman original) (10:14)
Bill Malley’s Polkas (25:03)
South Wind / The Connaghtmans (38:26)
The Bravest Cowgirl / Cowboy’s Dream (52:24)
Bonus Track: Quail Is a Pretty Bird
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2024-05-2956 min
Tests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW TO GUARANTEE CAREER SUCCESS AFTER COLLEGEAn undergraduate education should never be mistaken for a job training program. That said, gainful employment is usually the obvious expectation after graduation. Amy and Mike invited educator Bill Coplin for thoughts on how to guarantee career success after college. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Why is coursework alone not enough to explore and get jobs? Is there academic coursework that would help build skills, experience, and networks? How should students increase their chances of getting internships and/or part-time jobs? Are some colleges...
2024-05-2828 min
The ThoughtStretchers PodcastIs Higher Education A Bait And Switch?Drew Perkins talks with Bill Coplin about his new book, The Path to Equity: Inclusion in the Kingdom of Liberal Arts, which calls for a shift in liberal arts education to a more practical and less academic approach. Click To View Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode
2024-04-101h 01The ThoughtStretchers PodcastIs Higher Education A Bait And Switch?Drew Perkins talks with Bill Coplin about his new book, The Path to Equity: Inclusion in the Kingdom of Liberal Arts, which calls for a shift in liberal arts education to a more practical and less academic approach. Click To View Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode
2024-04-101h 01
The Higher Ed Geek PodcastEpisode #221: From Scholar to Citizen: Reimagining Higher Ed's PurposeIn a candid discussion with Bill Coplin, we dive deep into the critical examination of the liberal arts education model. Bill shares his journey from being disillusioned with traditional education pathways to pioneering a skills-focused approach at Syracuse University. This episode sheds light on the importance of experiential learning, the pitfalls of a scholar-focused system, and the need for higher education to serve the "commoner" by preparing students for real-world challenges and careers.Guest Name: Dr. Bill Coplin, Professor of Policy Studies, Syracuse UniversityGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Dr. Bill Coplin is t...
2024-03-2035 min
The Teacher StoryEp.81-The Pathway to Equity-Award-winning Professor & Author-Syracuse University-Dr. Bill CoplinJoin us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Dr. Bill Coplin, the founder and professor of the renowned undergraduate Policy Studies Major at Syracuse University. With over 50 years of teaching experience, Dr. Coplin shares valuable insights into Strategies for Career Success, Community Problem-Solving, and the importance of Inclusion in Liberal Arts.As the Laura J. and L. Douglas Meredith Professor for Teaching Excellence, Dr. Coplin has authored 110 books and articles, many in the field of education. He discusses how students can thrive and learn to live in school, emphasizing the development of essential skills...
2024-03-0343 min
Coplin's WorldThe Journey to Success with Bob Watson | Coplin's World Ep. 15This week, Coplin interviews Robert ("Bob") Watson, a Policy Studies alumnus and long-time colleague of Coplin. Bob has been the CEO of several companies, his most notable being Juvare, an emergency relief and response company with a notable clientele, such as the U.S Department of Defense. Bob reviews his journey to the top, which was not necessarily linear but always about caring for others. Listen now.
2023-12-2024 minCoplin's WorldVisions, Goals, and Perseverance with Derek Wallace | Coplin's World Ep. 14Coplin sits down with policy studies alum Derek Wallace, Co-Founder and CEO of Kalamata’s Kitchen. In this episode, Derek touches on the skills he finds critical to success. He talks about his time in the policy studies program, the difference between a goal and a vision, and how he has developed into the entrepreneur he is today.
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2023-10-2625 minCoplin's WorldDale Carnegie—the Master of People Skills | Coplin's World Ep. 13People skills are the most important skills for personal and professional success, which is why "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie is the 8th most-read book in the NYC Public Library and was ranked the 7th most influential book in American History by the U.S Congress in 2013. Coplin's students are required to practice Dale Carnegie principles to develop their communications and people skills, so you should too! Listen now.
Dale Carnegie principles mentioned:
#1 Don’t Criticize, Condemn or Complain
#2 Give Honest and Sincere Appreciation
#3 Arouse in a...
2023-09-2813 minCoplin's WorldAdvice to Parents | Coplin's World Ep. 12Parents should do the right thing in helping their children graduate college with a viable career path. In this episode, Coplin offers his advice to parents of college or high school students as a professor, father, and grandfather. He describes do’s and don’ts in seeking a balance between discipline and independence, and so much more. Listen now.
2023-09-0920 minCoplin's WorldPolicy Studies in the Real World with Whitney Wertheimer | Coplin's World Ep. 11Since graduating from Syracuse University's policy studies program in 2020, Whitney has taken on the consulting world as a true Coplinite. In this episode, she talks about the skills she gained during her time with Coplin, and the skills necessary to succeed as a consultant. She is an integreter and enthusiastic about her craft, so listen for advice, reflection, and a Coplin-to-student reunion.
2023-07-2526 minCoplin's WorldThe Importance of Technology and Skills with Jeff Rubin | Coplin's World Ep. 10Technology is everywhere, which is what makes it so important. Coplin speaks with Jeff Rubin, Professor of Practice at Syracuse University's iSchool and founder & CEO of SIDEARM Sports. Rubin is best known by Policy Studies students for teaching IST 195, or Information Technologies, a class Coplin has sent many students to over the years. Rubin and Coplin agree on a lot of things, especially that technological skills are crucial to success in all careers. Rubin explains what he teaches and why it matters. Listen now.
2023-06-1629 minCoplin's WorldSkills in Action with Ryan Balton | Coplin's World Ep. 9Coplin reunites with former student Ryan Balton, who Coplin refers to as his worst Policy Studies student. This isn't because Ryan wasn't one of my favorite students, but because he focused his time in Newhouse and managing Citrus TV to pursue a career that worked for him. As a distinguished camera operator, Ryan has traveled the country with various famous artists and TV shows. However, he credits most of his success to the skills he learned during his time in Policy Studies. Listen now to hear what skills have helped him, and how he became a successful freelance Filmer.
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2023-05-2622 minCoplin's WorldThe Hot Seat with Rebecca Edelman | Coplin's World Ep. 8Coplin takes the hot seat to answer our 'W' questions topped off with the 'How can we help you?' Rebecca Edelman goes back to her journalism roots to force Coplin to say something worth hearing ... listen now to hear all things Coplin!
2023-04-1726 minCoplin's WorldLet's Zig Then Zag with Rebecca Edelman | Coplin's World Ep. 7Coplin sits down with one of his biggest fans, Rebecca Edelman, former SU student from 20+ years ago, who apparently ‘divorced’ him then but has now reached out to renew their supposed vows. Rebecca's unorthodox journey from the dungeon of the cable newsroom to financial services explains why she still listens to Coplin; a reunion you don't want to miss...
2023-04-1316 minCoplin's WorldLaw School: To Go or Not To Go with Bill Fletcher | Coplin's World Ep. 6Coplin sits down with defense attorney Bill Fletcher, who is an SU policy studies alum. Today, Bill Fletcher works for Steptoe & Johnson LLP, where he defends people accused of white-collar crimes and does some good on the side working pro-bono cases. The two Bills discuss the usefulness (or lack thereof) of law school depending on your career path, the skills necessary for being a lawyer, and the impact of the policy studies program. Listen now.
2023-04-0323 minCoplin's WorldDo Good vs. Do Well with Tori Perez | Coplin's World Ep. 5The battle between doing good versus doing well affects most people at some point in their lives. We can do our best to help others if we are in a good place financially. In this episode, we introduce one of Coplin's former students, Tori Perez Shires, Chief Development Officer at the Rescue Mission, a Syracuse-based non-profit that provides food, shelter, and various resources to impoverished communities. Coplin calls Tori out for her stint as a beer salesperson before she shares her unique journey between doing good and doing well. Listen now.
2023-03-1025 minCoplin's WorldPriorities Are a Bitch | Coplin's World Ep. 4They really are. In this week's episode, Coplin goes on one of his most famous rants, where he criticizes students, corporations, politicians, and the media for having no sense of priority. He examines why priorities play such a big role in success, and also how they can disrupt your life. Get your priorities straight, and listen now.
2023-03-0414 minCoplin's WorldThe F-Word You Should Care About | Coplin's World Ep. 3Get your mind out of the gutter... it's not about sex. In this week's episode, Coplin speaks on the importance of F****. Listen now to solve the mystery.
2023-02-2315 minCoplin's WorldRate My Professor | Coplin's World Ep. 2For the first time, Coplin reads his Rate My Professor reviews. From sharp criticisms — to ecstatic praise — to even sharper criticisms, Coplin dives into the world of student opinion. He addresses some of his core beliefs, (minorly) bruises his ego, and reflects on the various experiences he's had working with college kids.
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2023-02-1518 minCoplin's WorldCollege Sucks - From a College Professor | Coplin's World Ep. 1"Four quarters and a college degree will get you a dollar." College professor Bill Coplin gives a realistic look into what college can do for you. He exposes the overpriced education system for lacking experience-based learning, before criticizing the inefficient curriculum of liberal arts. But don't be discouraged. Coplin gives you the skills to succeed in college, and in your career. Listen now for advice, a laugh, and a daring criticism of college.
2023-02-0824 min
The Tech PodcastThe Tech Round Table Part 2 : Collaboration & Green TechFrom ‘Space Tourism’ to ‘cleaning our oceans’ and ‘developing agri-tech’ where should we be investing our resources to save our Planet? Continuing the discussion on the need to collaborate, digital experts Dave Coplin, Helen Duncan and Bill Mew share why ‘Green Tech’ is even more important than ever before. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-12-1621 minThe Tech PodcastThe Tech Round Table Part 1: CollaborationLeading experts Dave Coplin, Helen Duncan and Bill Mew discuss ‘all things collaboration’; from start-ups, skills, investment, diversity, societies, cultures to applications, why is it so important to work together to get the best out of tech?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-12-0927 minThe Tech PodcastThe 2021 Tech Highlights & 2022 Trends SpecialRobots to Humans; From the tech standout moments of 2021 to the Predictions for 2022, leading voices in tech Dave Coplin, Helen Duncan and Bill Mew reflect on what’s been and what’s yet to come in this live Twitter Spaces special.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-11-1918 min
Down Trails of VictoryS1 E5--Jeff "The Jet" BergeronAttention passengers...Now boarding at Gate # 24...Jeff "The Jet" Bergeron, legendary Texas high school running back, takes listeners on a round trip, first class flight, as he cruises through: his early years at Port Neches Junior High;his historic All State and All American football career at Port Neches-Groves High School;his experiences as the #1 football recruit in the state of Texas;his post high school football career at the University of Houston, Stephen F. Austin University, Lamar University, and the S...
2021-07-083h 05