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New Books in SociologyRandy Laist and Brian Dixon, "Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis" (Fourth Horseman, 2024)Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis takes on the idea and terminology of freedom, examining our understanding of this concept and our relationship to the word itself as well as what it means to society, culture, and politics. Randy Laist and Brian A. Dixon, two scholars who often explore popular culture to better understand the society and politics all around us, have brought their admirable skills to Figures of Freedom, where they have assembled a broad array of contributors exploring freedom in a host of different venues and artifacts. The thrust of the book i...2025-04-2750 min
New Books in CommunicationsRandy Laist and Brian Dixon, "Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis" (Fourth Horseman, 2024)Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis takes on the idea and terminology of freedom, examining our understanding of this concept and our relationship to the word itself as well as what it means to society, culture, and politics. Randy Laist and Brian A. Dixon, two scholars who often explore popular culture to better understand the society and politics all around us, have brought their admirable skills to Figures of Freedom, where they have assembled a broad array of contributors exploring freedom in a host of different venues and artifacts. The thrust of the book i...2025-04-2650 min
New Books in American PoliticsRandy Laist and Brian Dixon, "Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis" (Fourth Horseman, 2024)Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis takes on the idea and terminology of freedom, examining our understanding of this concept and our relationship to the word itself as well as what it means to society, culture, and politics. Randy Laist and Brian A. Dixon, two scholars who often explore popular culture to better understand the society and politics all around us, have brought their admirable skills to Figures of Freedom, where they have assembled a broad array of contributors exploring freedom in a host of different venues and artifacts. The thrust of the book i...2025-04-2650 min
New Books in Political ScienceRandy Laist and Brian Dixon, "Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis" (Fourth Horseman, 2024)Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis takes on the idea and terminology of freedom, examining our understanding of this concept and our relationship to the word itself as well as what it means to society, culture, and politics. Randy Laist and Brian A. Dixon, two scholars who often explore popular culture to better understand the society and politics all around us, have brought their admirable skills to Figures of Freedom, where they have assembled a broad array of contributors exploring freedom in a host of different venues and artifacts. The thrust of the book i...2025-04-2550 min
New Books in Popular CultureRandy Laist and Brian Dixon, "Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis" (Fourth Horseman, 2024)Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis takes on the idea and terminology of freedom, examining our understanding of this concept and our relationship to the word itself as well as what it means to society, culture, and politics. Randy Laist and Brian A. Dixon, two scholars who often explore popular culture to better understand the society and politics all around us, have brought their admirable skills to Figures of Freedom, where they have assembled a broad array of contributors exploring freedom in a host of different venues and artifacts. The thrust of the book i...2025-04-2550 min
Fourth Horseman PressRandy Laist on Figures of FreedomIn the second half of a two-part interview, Associate Publisher Adam Chamberlain interviews author, editor, and educator Dr Randy Laist. This time, the pair discuss "Figures of Freedom: Representations of Agency in a Time of Crisis", co-edited by Laist with Dr Brian A. Dixon and available now from Fourth Horseman Press. Laist also shares his insightful answers to our author questions.LinksFigures of FreedomInformationOrder a copy from LuluOrder a copy from AmazonOrder a copy from Barnes & NobleFourth Horseman PressWebsiteInstagramThreadsBlueskyFacebookXRandy LaistProfileEmailXRethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AITeaser written by Brian A. Dixon and...2025-01-0643 min
The Authority Podcast — Expert Insights and Fresh Ideas for Education LeadersRethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AI with Randy Laist — National Literacy Month BonusToday we're revisiting a conversation with Randy Laist, originally published in July. We discuss his book Rethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AI.This episode is being republished as part of the National Literacy Month campaign, presented in partnership by the Be Podcast Network and Reading Is Fundamental. We talk about:Coming up with a modern definition of writingThe fears around artificial intelligence and writingWhy it’s necessary to rethink writing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Universal Design for WritingEngagement, Representation, Action and ExpressionWriting activities using AIVisit http...2024-09-2148 minFourth Horseman PressRandy Laist on Cinema UIn the first half of a two-part interview, Associate Publisher Adam Chamberlain interviews author, editor, and educator Dr Randy Laist about his career, his influences, and his approach to his craft. The pair discuss "Cinema U: Representations of Higher Education in Popular Film", co-edited by Laist and available now from Fourth Horseman Press.LinksCinema UInformationOrder a copy from LuluOrder a copy from AmazonFourth Horseman PressWebsiteXFacebookInstagramThreadsRandy LaistProfileEmailXRethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AITeaser written by Brian A. Dixon and performed by Erin WilsonProduced by Adam Chamberlain2024-09-0233 min
The Balance, by Dr. Catlin TuckerRethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AIIn this episode, I talk with Dr. Randy Laist, Dr. Cynthia Murphy, and Dr. Nicole Brewer about their book Rethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AI. Discover how the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) form the bedrock of their innovative strategies, aimed at empowering students to discover and amplify their individual voices as writers. Want to connect with Dr. Randy Laist? rlaist@bridgeport.edu
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The Authority Podcast — Expert Insights and Fresh Ideas for Education LeadersRethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AI with Randy LaistRandy Laist is Chair of the English Department at the University of Bridgeport in Bridgeport, Connecticut. He has taught in middle schools, high schools, and colleges, and his writing has appeared in The New York Times, Salon, and The Chronicle of Higher Education.We discuss his book Rethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AI.The episode covers:Coming up with a modern definition of writingThe fears around artificial intelligence and writingWhy it’s necessary to rethink writing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Universal Design for WritingEngagement, Rep...2024-07-0148 min
Talking Learning and TeachingUDL, Writing & AI with Randy LaistIn this enlightening episode, Professor Randy Laist discusses his UDL journey, his experiences as a writing teacher and the impact of AI on writing instruction. Randy provides some passionate and thought-provoking insights into the value and necessity of writing in higher education settings, despite the presence of generative AI and the possible impact it may have. Randy presents a compelling and persuasive argument for the continued inclusion of writing assignments as an integral part of the process of learning, and as an integral mechanism for human expression. This is a truly excellent episode. It was a total pleasure to...2024-06-2642 minNew Books in Popular CultureRandy Laist, ed.. "The '80s Resurrected: Essays on the Decade in Popular Culture Then and Now" (McFarland, 2023)Randy Laist, professor of English at Goodwin University and the University of Bridgeport, has a new edited volume focusing specifically on popular culture and the 1980s. The essays in The '80s Resurrected: Essays on the Decade in Popular Culture Then and Now (McFarland, 2023) approach this theme from a number of disciplinary perspectives, global positions, as well as a wide variety of pop cultural artifacts. Laist’s effort in bringing together these essays was not just about reflecting on the 1980s, and particularly how the 1980s seems to be quite present in contemporary popular culture, but also because of the...2023-11-0941 minNew Books in CommunicationsRandy Laist, ed.. "The '80s Resurrected: Essays on the Decade in Popular Culture Then and Now" (McFarland, 2023)Randy Laist, professor of English at Goodwin University and the University of Bridgeport, has a new edited volume focusing specifically on popular culture and the 1980s. The essays in The '80s Resurrected: Essays on the Decade in Popular Culture Then and Now (McFarland, 2023) approach this theme from a number of disciplinary perspectives, global positions, as well as a wide variety of pop cultural artifacts. Laist’s effort in bringing together these essays was not just about reflecting on the 1980s, and particularly how the 1980s seems to be quite present in contemporary popular culture, but also because of the...2023-11-0941 minNew Books in Political ScienceRandy Laist, ed.. "The '80s Resurrected: Essays on the Decade in Popular Culture Then and Now" (McFarland, 2023)Randy Laist, professor of English at Goodwin University and the University of Bridgeport, has a new edited volume focusing specifically on popular culture and the 1980s. The essays in The '80s Resurrected: Essays on the Decade in Popular Culture Then and Now (McFarland, 2023) approach this theme from a number of disciplinary perspectives, global positions, as well as a wide variety of pop cultural artifacts. Laist’s effort in bringing together these essays was not just about reflecting on the 1980s, and particularly how the 1980s seems to be quite present in contemporary popular culture, but also because of the...2023-11-0941 min
Good Pop | Culture ClubPotluck Feed Drop - Books & Boba September 2023 Book NewsGood Pop is on hiatus for a few weeks as all of our hosts are overseas to attend Jess' wedding in Itlay! In the meantime, we'll be using our usual release day to plug some of our fellow Asian American hosted podcasts from the Potluck Podcast Collective. This week we're featuring the latest book news episode from Books & Boba, so you can check out what's popping in the world of Asian American books! If you like what you hear, make sure to subscribe and check out their other episodes at booksandboba.com---...2023-10-0539 min
How To LACheap Fast Eats #8: Inglewood#120: Inglewood might be known for L.A. staples like The Forum, SoFi Stadium, the HBO show Insecure and Randy's Donuts. But with an equally Black and Latino population, the real magic of this place comes from a confluence of cultures..and of course the food that's born from that. Today, the HTLA team is eating their way through some iconic and lesser-known spots in Inglewood, joined by LAist's food editor, Gab Chabran. Check out Gab's write-up for a full list and more info on his favorite, curated Inglewood eats: BBQ Bagged Lunches, Whole Hog Carnitas Tacos, Curried G...2023-06-2919 min
Good Pop | Culture ClubPotluck Podcast Drop: Books & Boba - #184 – July 2022 Book NewsWell, it was bound to happen sometime, we're postponing our monthly Asian American entertainment news roundup to next week due to some scheduling conflicts, but in it's place, we're dropping in an episode from Marvin's other podcast on the Potluck Podcast Collective, Books & Boba. This episode from a few weeks ago is also a news episode where Marvin and his co-host Reera go over the latest Asian American publishing and book new. We hope you enjoy and come back next week where the full Good Pop crew will be back together again for the July 2022 edition of "Do...2022-08-0553 min
The Academy Museum Podcast1957: The Brave One(s)This episode will examine the history of blacklisting in Hollywood, looking at the treatment of writers including Dalton Trumbo (“Roman Holiday,” “The Brave One”) and Walter Bernstein (“The Front”). Guests: Mitzi Trumbo, daughter of screenwriter Dalton Trumbo; Howard Rodman, screenwriter, former president of the Writers Guild of America West; Randy Haberkamp, the Academy’s senior vice president of preservation and foundation programs; Irwin Winkler, film producer Academy Museum digital engagement platforms, including this podcast, are sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality j...2022-05-1943 min
The Academy Museum Podcast1999: For Your ConsiderationThis episode will look at how campaigning changed the Oscars game at the turn of the century and the long history of campaigning dating back to Louis B. Mayer. Guests: Mo’Nique, actress/comedian; Scott Feinberg, columnist, The Hollywood Reporter; Donna Gigliotti, film producer; Randy Haberkamp, the Academy’s senior vice president of preservation and foundation programs Academy Museum digital engagement platforms, including this podcast, are sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to l...2022-04-0732 min
Think UDLUDL University with Nicole Brewer, Randy Laist, and Dana SheehanWelcome to Episode 82 of the Think UDL podcast: UDL University with Nicole Brewer, Randy Laist, and Dana Sheehan. Nicole Brewer is an Assistant Professor of Humanities and a Literacy Specialist at Ana Maria College in Massachusetts. Randy Laist is a Professor of English at Goodwin University and the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut. And, Dana Sheehan is an Assistant Professor of English and the Director of the Writing Center, also at Ana Maria College. This is my first podcast with three guests, and it is power packed with UDL ideas from their book UDL University: Designing for Variability Across...2022-04-051h 02
Listen to Full Audiobook in Newspapers & Magazines, News & CultureWhy I Identify as Mammal by Randy Laist | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Why I Identify as Mammal
Author: Randy Laist
Narrator: Keith Sellon-Wright
Format: Unabridged
Length: 8 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-26-15
Publisher: The New York Times
Genres: Newspapers & Magazines, News & Culture
Summary:
"Why I Identify as Mammal" is from the October 26, 2015 Science section of The New York Times. It was written by Randy Laist and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.
©2015 The New York Times News Service Division of The New York Times Company (P)2015 Audible, Inc.
Contact: info@hotaudiobook.com2015-10-2608 min
skinnerdesignZombie Versus Vampire DemoHere lies a rough mix of Zombie Versus Vampire, a Rockperetta. Written by Randy Laist, this adventure follows three high school students on a field trip to nowhere. Listen carefully to discover what happens when the supernatural seduction of the Undead proves that we all should adhere to the basic rules of the Buddy System. This epic battle is currently workshopping live performances in the Northeast region of the United States, so beware not to get caught in the crossfire of this tumultuous love triangle of doom.2013-04-1419 min