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booksA Companion to the Philosophy of BiologySarkar, Sahotra (Editor); Plutynski, Anya (Editor)Publisher's SummaryA Companion to the Philosophy of Biology offers concise overviews of philosophical issues raised by all areas of biology. Addressing both traditional and emerging areas of philosophical interest, the volume focuses on the philosophical implications of evolutionary theory as well as key topics such as molecular biology, immunology, and ecology. Comprising essays by top scholars in the field, this volume is an authoritative guide for professional philosophers, historians, sociologists and biologists, as well as an accessible reference work for students seeking to learn about this rapidly–changing fi...2025-05-112h 41booksThe Blackwell Companion to the Bible in English LiteratureLemon, Rebecca (editor), Mason, Emma (Editor), Roberts, Jonathan (Editor), Rowland, Christopher (Editor)Publisher's SummaryThis Companion explores the Bible's role and influence on individual writers, whilst tracing the key developments of Biblical themes and literary theory through the ages. An ambitious overview of the Bible's impact on English literature – as arguably the most powerful work of literature in history – from the medieval period through to the twentieth-century.Includes introductory sections to each period giving background information about the Bible as a source text in English literature, and placing writers in their historical context.Draws on exam...2025-05-118h 32
The Pivot PointLessons from the Valley: Jonathan Beatty on Entrepreneurship and PurposeToday, we’re diving deep into the world of literacy and entrepreneurship with the incredible Jonathan Beatty, the mastermind behind I Love Books. This isn’t just your run-of-the-mill apparel brand; it’s a movement that’s all about putting new books into the hands of kids who really need them. For every item sold, a new book goes to a child, and let me tell you, Jonathan and his crew have already impacted over 15,000 families in Kentucky. We’re chatting about the challenges he faced transitioning from corporate life—think Procter & Gamble and Amazon—to this heart-driven venture, and how a simp...2025-04-1635 min
The Leadership Educator PodcastNDSL #184: Advancing Student Leadership Through Intentional Training and FacilitationIn this episode, Dan and Lauren speak with the co-editors of New Directions for Student Leadership #184, Drs. Jonathan R. Kroll, Cameron C. Beatty, and Amber Manning-Ouellette. They explore Facilitating Leadership Development in Training Contexts, released in Winter 2024. This special issue centers on student leadership training and emphasizes the need for leadership educators to both understand the theories, history, and complexities of the field and to model healthy leadership habits that help individuals thrive and organizations flourish. The editors share their collaborative process and underscore the importance of self-reflective practice, authentic identity development, and the creation of belonging in leadership sp...2025-04-1538 min
AMI Audiobook ReviewLaughing Through the Madness: A Journey into Satirical Fiction - Monday April 7th, 2025From the biting irony of Swift’s A Modest Proposal to the bureaucratic absurdity of Heller’s Catch-22, satire has long been a tool for exposing society’s flaws—one dark laugh at a time. Red Széll explains the wit of satire, and shares his top satirical picks. We explore classics and contemporary gems, including Terry Pratchett’s wildly entertaining Going Postal and Paul Beatty’s provocative The Sellout.Books discussed in this episode are:Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan SwiftA Modest Proposal by Jonathan SwiftAnimal Farm by George Orwell2025-04-0728 min
Here & There: A Canadian Geographic Travel PodcastSavouring North America's complicated French rootsFrench roots go deep here in Canada, but today, those culinary roots are wonderfully tangled up with the recipes, stories and delicious kitchen inventions of cooks from around the world. In this episode, we explore how old-world traditions live on, how they’ve exerted influence south of the border, and how they’ve become intertwined with the traditions of new arrivals. Bon appetit!Special thanks to James Gray for our theme song music. Useful links:Museum of Jewish MontrealSchwartz's Deli...2025-03-2527 min
Human Capital LeadershipRethinking Change Management, with Tabitha ScottIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tabitha Scott about rethinking change management.
Tabitha Scott is a recognized thought leader, innovator, public speaker, and a 2023 Forbes Business Council contributor. She specializes in harnessing human dynamics for sustainable business success and is a bestselling author. Currently, she advises on engagement, innovation, and leadership for major organizations. Tabitha has spearheaded IT strategy during a record expansion phase for a Fortune 400 firm, and has held roles as CEO of Cole Scott Group and Military Assistance Company, as well as SVP of Innovation & Sustainability at Balfour Beatty Investments...2025-03-1223 min
The Daily Leadership Conversations PodcastRethinking Change Management, with Tabitha ScottIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tabitha Scott about rethinking change management.Tabitha Scott is a recognized thought leader, innovator, public speaker, and a 2023 Forbes Business Council contributor. She specializes in harnessing human dynamics for sustainable business success and is a bestselling author. Currently, she advises on engagement, innovation, and leadership for major organizations. Tabitha has spearheaded IT strategy during a record expansion phase for a Fortune 400 firm, and has held roles as CEO of Cole Scott Group and Military Assistance Company, as well as SVP of Innovation & Sustainability at Balfour Beatty Investments...2025-03-1232 min
Learning about LeadershipRethinking Change Management, with Tabitha ScottIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tabitha Scott about rethinking change management.Tabitha Scott is a recognized thought leader, innovator, public speaker, and a 2023 Forbes Business Council contributor. She specializes in harnessing human dynamics for sustainable business success and is a bestselling author. Currently, she advises on engagement, innovation, and leadership for major organizations. Tabitha has spearheaded IT strategy during a record expansion phase for a Fortune 400 firm, and has held roles as CEO of Cole Scott Group and Military Assistance Company, as well as SVP of Innovation & Sustainability at Balfour Beatty Investments...2025-03-1232 min
The Daily HR Conversations PodcastRethinking Change Management, with Tabitha ScottIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tabitha Scott about rethinking change management.Tabitha Scott is a recognized thought leader, innovator, public speaker, and a 2023 Forbes Business Council contributor. She specializes in harnessing human dynamics for sustainable business success and is a bestselling author. Currently, she advises on engagement, innovation, and leadership for major organizations. Tabitha has spearheaded IT strategy during a record expansion phase for a Fortune 400 firm, and has held roles as CEO of Cole Scott Group and Military Assistance Company, as well as SVP of Innovation & Sustainability at Balfour Beatty Investments...2025-03-1232 min
The HR Alchemy PodcastRethinking Change Management, with Tabitha ScottIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tabitha Scott about rethinking change management.Tabitha Scott is a recognized thought leader, innovator, public speaker, and a 2023 Forbes Business Council contributor. She specializes in harnessing human dynamics for sustainable business success and is a bestselling author. Currently, she advises on engagement, innovation, and leadership for major organizations. Tabitha has spearheaded IT strategy during a record expansion phase for a Fortune 400 firm, and has held roles as CEO of Cole Scott Group and Military Assistance Company, as well as SVP of Innovation & Sustainability at Balfour Beatty Investments...2025-03-1232 min
The Daily Leadership AdvantageRethinking Change Management, with Tabitha ScottIn this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tabitha Scott about rethinking change management.Tabitha Scott is a recognized thought leader, innovator, public speaker, and a 2023 Forbes Business Council contributor. She specializes in harnessing human dynamics for sustainable business success and is a bestselling author. Currently, she advises on engagement, innovation, and leadership for major organizations. Tabitha has spearheaded IT strategy during a record expansion phase for a Fortune 400 firm, and has held roles as CEO of Cole Scott Group and Military Assistance Company, as well as SVP of Innovation & Sustainability at Balfour Beatty Investments...2025-03-1232 min
Lunchtime Live HighlightsRegional Roundup with Shane BeattyFrom a crazy Carrauntoohil hike to ‘smart’ benches, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins guest host Jonathan Healy with plenty of stories from around the country this week!2025-01-2409 min
Radulich in BroadcastingTriple Feature: Dick Tracy/The Phantom/The ShadowDorian Price, Alexis Hejna, Chae Tate and Mark Radulich review movies currently on streaming services and in theaters: Dick Tracy/The Phantom/The Shadow Movie Review! First up is Dick Tracy (1990). Then we move on to The Phantom (1996). Finally we review The Shadow (1994).Dick Tracy is a 1990 American action crime film based on the 1930s comic strip created by Chester Gould. Warren Beatty produced, directed and starred in the film, whose supporting cast includes Al Pacino, Madonna, Glenne Headly and Charlie Korsmo, with appearances by Dustin Hoffman, James Keane, Charles Durning, William Forsythe, Seymour Cassel, Mandy Patinkin, Catherine...2024-12-062h 17
Uncommonly Remarkable23.2 J. Woody - Have I Lost My Religion?Today’s guest describes himself as an outdoor enthusiast, a sports nut, and a bibliophile. Jonathan Woody or “Woody” as the world knows him currently manages the budget and staffing within UNC chapel hill’s history department, but has done so many other things that it’s staggering.
From being an amateur bull rider in rodeos during his 20s, to starting a non-profit ministry in east Africa, he’s spent time defining and redefining himself as he’s gone through life.
After earning a bachelor’s in Economics, he’s earned a masters in...2024-11-1252 min
The Oscar Project Podcast2.29 Filmmaker Interview with Tomás OrregoSend us a textIn today's episode, I interview Tomás Orrego about his film "Fever," an experimental short film that was selected as a semifinalist for the 2024 Student Academy Awards.Listen to hear about the bold design choices employed in the film, how the film evolved based on budget and time constraints, and how music and sound play a part in the film.Books mentioned in this episode include:Guide by Dennis CooperI Never Liked You by Chester BrownFilms mentioned in this episode include:“Fever” directed by Tomás Orre...2024-09-0312 min