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Scholars Beyond the Tower11- Mapping Out a Scholarly Life ft. Katherine ParkerIn this episode, Katherine Parker chats with us about self care and conference etiquette, finding balance as a baby academic, maps, the joys of writing book reviews, and- even- some hot takes on butterbear! Dive into historical cartography with Katherine!
CW: mention of eating disorders
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Opening Music : "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2021-03-111h 16
Scholars Beyond the Tower10- Getting Wilde with Whitman ft. Andrew RimbyIn this episode, Andrew Rimby chats with us about the power of the reading experience and finding comfort in literature. Hear some hot takes on the Haunting of Hill House and listen to Andrew describe how horror literature can help us work through our own struggles. Of course, it wouldn't be an episode of Scholars Beyond the Tower without a few notes on precarity and privilege in academia! Grab a cup of coffee and dive into literature with Andrew.
Credits: Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2021-02-121h 10
Scholars Beyond the Tower9 - Freaking Out Through History ft. Matthew LuckettIn this episode, historian Matthew Luckett walks us through the joys of family history, the history of freaking out, and the panic behind horse theft! Learn more about Matthew and his work at : https://lucketthistory.com/ .
Credits: Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-12-071h 05
Scholars Beyond the Tower8- Funnel Necked Beaker People ft. Elliot HelmerArchaeologists want you to stop looting Native American sites! In this episode, Elliot Helmer walks us through the importance of collaborative archaeology, the desperate need for caffeine on a dig site, and the need for you to leave those artifacts where you found ‘em. Dig into the world of North American archaeology with Elliot! Find out more about WSU Anthropology Department’s Mutual Aid Fund at https://wsuago.wordpress.com/about-mutual-aid/ Credits:
Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-11-021h 08
Scholars Beyond the TowerBonus Episode- Spooky Scholar StoriesBONUS EPISODE! Join us for some Halloween hot takes and a handful of spooky, creepy, and supernatural stories from our Scholars!
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Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-10-2722 min
Scholars Beyond the Tower7- Trust Science More ft. Morgan DiCarloMorgan DiCarlo talks us through Civil Engineering, the importance of networking, clear communication, and getting over stage fright. Dive into the world of water and engineering with Morgan! In addition, please enjoy some wonderful tangents about concrete canoes and Mothman, the patron saint of engineering.
Find Morgan on Twitter at @Morgan26_CIVIL.
Opening credits: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-09-0855 min
Scholars Beyond the Tower6- On Being A Good Mentor ft. Sierra Van Ryck deGrootSierra Van Ryck deGroot talks us through museum education, mental health, grad school, and more. How has COVID19 impacted museums (and more importantly, museum workers)? What are the joys and pitfalls of museum education? Dive into the world of museums with Sierra! In addition, please enjoy some delightful "hot takes" on roombas and egg creams.
Find Sierra on Twitter at @sierra_vrd
Opening credits: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-08-261h 10
Scholars Beyond the TowerBonus Episode: Shark Week ft Jasmin GrahamBONUS EPISODE! Jasmin Graham talks us through building scientific research teams, why sharks are so important to study, and we solve the Shark PR crisis once and for all. Dive into the shark science world with Jasmin.
Find Jasmin on Twitter at @Elasmo_Gal
Find Minorities in Shark Sciences (MISS) on Twitter at @MISS_Elasmo and on the web at https://www.misselasmo.org/.
Find MarSci-LACE on Twitter at @MarSci-LACE and on the web at https://www.marscilace.org/
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Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-08-071h 11
Scholars Beyond the Tower5- Navigating the Seas of Scholarship ft. Jamie GoodallJamie tells us about transitioning from an academic job to working outside of the university. Hear all about the importance of mentorship, the physicality of field archaeology, the creation of #SwashbucklinStoryTime, and the beauty of creating the content you want to see in the world. Credits:
Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-08-0449 min
Scholars Beyond the Tower4- It's Okay to Ruin Straight Cinema ft. Tara HolmesTara tells us about queer coding in pop culture. Learn all about the reality of being a first-generation scholar, the power of branding for academics, and the dangers of a "free lunch." Grab a bowl of popcorn and let's head to the (socially distanced) movies with Tara!
Find Tara on Twitter at @tj_holmz
Credits: Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-07-2158 min
Scholars Beyond the Tower3- A Bee in the Hoop Skirt ft. Brenna McCormick ThompsonBrenna tells us about doing public history backwards, in high heels, and with a bee in your hoop skirt. Learn all about the politics of education, the ins-and- outs of running field trips on a ship, and the smells you'd experience on a 19th century whaleship with Brenna.
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Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-07-0751 min
Scholars Beyond the Tower2- If We Aren't Friends On Goodreads, We Should Be Ft. Rebecca Brenner GrahamRebecca tells us about working at an all-girls school and using audiobooks and iced-coffee to fuel your running. Make a Goodreads account, check out some gender histories, and learn about the politics of name-changes and how to put the public back in public history with Rebecca.
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Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-06-2349 min
Scholars Beyond the Tower1- Every Day Is Field Trip Day ft. Kristina HayekKristina tells us about finding your dream job across the street from an Applebee's. Leash your dogs, don’t release your turtles, and get into the great outdoors with naturalist, Kristina Hayek.
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Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod2020-06-0137 min
Scholars Beyond the Tower0- Announcing Scholars Beyond the Tower!Announcing a new podcast- Scholars Beyond the Tower: Conversations from Our Fields. Hosts Erin Becker and Caroline Propersi-Grossman embark on a journey of professional self-discovery. Stay connected and stay caffeinated! 2020-05-0505 min