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Big Green EconomicsInternational Economics: One of Dartmouth's most popular classes goes abroadWhat happens when two foreign countries become an economics classroom? Each fall, a handful of students take Econ 70 at Dartmouth, a class that serves as any ordinary International Economics course during the 10-week term. After the term ends, the students and professors travel to Argentina and Chile, exploring the countries they studied during the term. This special episode of the Big Green Economics puts a spotlight on Econ 70, with both students and faculty sharing their experiences in South America. A transcript is available here.
2024-01-2520 min
Big Green EconomicsWhat happens to a nation's adoption of electronic payments when you temporarily remove cash? - BGE Podcast #07 with Dr. Apoorv GuptaIn episode 7, we highlight Dr. Apoorv Gupta’s research on the Indian banknote demonetization of 2016 and the implementation of digital wallets across the nation. Also, Gupta discusses his research on the benefits and fallbacks of call centers used in the country to help the language barrier for agricultural workers. Dartmouth College is home to a unique department of economics, with faculty who combine cutting-edge research with exceptional teaching and mentoring of its undergraduate students. The Big Green Economics podcast with Gabe Gottesman ’26 tells the story of the Department of Economics at Dartmouth, highlighting a professor’s research in one...
2023-11-2717 min
Big Green EconomicsDoes The United States Need to Take a Closer Look at Universal Early Education? - Big Green Economics Podcast #06 with Dr. Elizabeth CascioIn episode 6, Dr. Elizabeth Cascio discusses her research on universal versus targeted preschool programs. Dr. Cascio highlights the benefits of universal early education for the American economy and young families. She also discusses the methods for gathering data on early schooling trends and gives her insight on what the future of education could look like in the United States. Dartmouth College is home to a unique department of economics, with faculty who combine cutting-edge research with exceptional teaching and mentoring of its undergraduate students. The Big Green Economics podcast with Gabe Gottesman ’26 tells the story of the Depa...
2023-08-2217 min
Big Green EconomicsIs International Trade Really a Win-Win? - Big Green Economics Podcast #05 with Dr. Nina PavcnikIn episode 5, Dr. Nina Pavcnik discusses her research on international trade relations and describes both the “winners” and “losers” from trade. She also talks about her work on the 2001 US-Vietnam Bilateral Trade Agreement, illustrates how trade can affect both a global superpower and a developing nation, and gives her analysis of how international relations will look in 50 years. Dartmouth College is home to a unique department of economics, with faculty who combine cutting-edge research with exceptional teaching and mentoring of its undergraduate students. The Big Green Economics podcast with Gabe Gottesman ’26 tells the story of the Department of Economic...
2023-07-0617 min
Big Green EconomicsShould Everyone Think Like an Economist? - Big Green Economics Podcast #04 with Dr. Charles WheelanIn episode 4, Dr. Charles Wheelan discusses his New York Times Best-Selling book Naked Economics, which is for “smart people who never studied economics.” He also highlights his time as both a Dartmouth student and professor, gives his opinion on whether the world should be run by economists, and shares his experience as a candidate for Congress. Dartmouth College is home to a unique department of economics, with faculty who combine cutting-edge research with exceptional teaching and mentoring of its undergraduate students. The Big Green Economics podcast with Gabe Gottesman ’26 tells the story of the Department of Economics at Dartmou...
2023-06-0616 min
Big Green EconomicsHow are we Preparing for the Next Global Pandemic? - Big Green Economics Podcast #03 with Dr. Christopher SnyderIn episode 3, Dr. Christopher Snyder discusses his research on the economics of preparing for the next global pandemic using data from COVID-19 and analysis of optimal vaccine development. Dr. Snyder shares the best way for society to get ahead on vaccine production and other advance preparations for pandemics. Dartmouth College is home to a unique department of economics, with faculty who combine cutting-edge research with exceptional teaching and mentoring of its undergraduate students. The Big Green Economics podcast with Gabe Gottesman ’26 tells the story of the Department of Economics at Dartmouth, highlighting a professor’s research in one b...
2023-04-1416 min
Big Green EconomicsHow Much do Americans Value a College Education? - Big Green Economics Podcast #02 with Dr. Melinda PetreDartmouth College is home to a unique department of economics, with faculty who combine cutting-edge research with exceptional teaching and mentoring of its undergraduate students. The Big Green Economics podcast with Gabe Gottesman ’26 tells the story of the Department of Economics at Dartmouth, highlighting a professor’s research in one bite-sized episode. In episode 2, Dr. Melinda Petre discusses her research on how people react to major shifts in the economy through community college enrollment, along with an analysis of how employers view cognitive versus non-cognitive skills.
2023-03-1015 min
Big Green EconomicsWhat is Dartmouth Economics? - Big Green Economics Podcast #01 with Dr. Andrew SamwickDartmouth College is home to a unique department of economics, with faculty who combine cutting-edge research with exceptional teaching and mentoring of its undergraduate students. The Big Green Economics podcast with Gabe Gottesman ’26 tells the story of the Department of Economics at Dartmouth, highlighting a professor’s research in one bite-sized episode. In the first episode, Department Chair Dr. Andrew Samwick discusses the core values of Dartmouth Economics and his role at the department.
2023-02-2410 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-Athletes2021 MI Football Interview #2 - Wide Receiver Jack DurnerGabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak chat with Jack Durner before the Islanders' Friday night game against Hazen.
2021-09-1711 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Lacrosse Stars- Interview #1: Junior Defender Sam EngelmanScott Pirak and Gabe Gottesman talk with star junior defender for the Mercer Island Boys Lacrosse Team, Sam Engelman.
2021-05-1410 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Basketball Stars - Interview #7: Do-It-All Senior Tyler ButsonGabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak talk with star senior forward for the Mercer Island Islanders boys basketball team, Tyler Butson.
2021-05-0210 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Basketball Stars - Interview #6: Freshman Phenom Caitlin MonahanFor the second time this basketball season, star freshman guard for the Mercer Island Islanders girls basketball team Caitlin Monahan joins Gabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak. Caitlin discusses her goals for the rest of the season, her favorite memories of the seniors on her team, and more.
2021-05-0105 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Basketball Stars - Interview #5: Star Senior (and future UCSB Gaucho) David Pickles Pt. 2David Pickles, who has had at least 15 points in each of the Islanders' first three games this season, joins Gabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak to discuss the big game on Friday night against Bellevue at 8:15 and his future plans to play basketball at UC Santa Barbara.
2021-04-2317 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Basketball Stars - Interview #4: Freshman Caitlin MonahanStar freshman guard for the Mercer Island Islanders girls basketball team Caitlin Monahan joins Gabe Gottesman. Caitlin discusses her impressive performance so far this year, what it is like playing varsity hoops with your older sibling (Lauren Monahan), and MI's upcoming game against Bellevue on Friday at 6:30 PM which will be broadcasted on 88.9 The Bridge.
2021-04-2307 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Basketball Stars - Interview #3: Senior Center David PicklesGabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak talk with star center for the MI Boys Basketball team, David Pickles. David had 18 points and 10 rebounds in the Islanders' overtime win on Tuesday. David and the rest of the team will take on the Sammamish Totems at 8:15 on Friday.
2021-04-1714 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Basketball Stars - Interview #2: Sophomore Guard Caley NewcomerGabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak chat with star sophomore guard for the Mercer Island Islanders girls basketball team, Caley Newcomer. Caley reflects on an amazing performance in Wednesday's win and looks forward to their second matchup of the season on Friday night against Sammamish.
2021-04-1606 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Basketball Stars - Interview #1: Star Senior Tyler ButsonGabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak chat with do-it-all guard/forward for the Mercer Island Islanders, Tyler Butson. Tyler talks about his goals for the season, how he plans to take on a new role on the team this year, who he would compare himself to in the NBA, and more.
2021-04-1314 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Football Stars - Interview #9: Quarterback Eli Fahey Pt. 3Gabe Gottesman chats with junior quarterback for the Mercer Island Islanders, Eli Fahey. Eli talks about the huge win against Sammamish last week and looking forward to Friday night's game against Bellevue.
2021-04-0309 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Football Stars - Interview #8: Wide Receiver Jack Durner Pt. 3Gabe Gottesman talks with junior wide receiver Jack Durner about the Islanders' performance last week against Sammamish and the big game against Bellevue on Friday night.
2021-04-0310 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Football Stars - Interview #7: Wide Receiver Samuel GilchristGabe Gottesman talks with star wide receiver for the Mercer Island Islanders Samuel Gilchrist. Samuel has had an amazing season thus far, including a 2-touchdown performance in the Islanders' 17-15 win over Sammamish. Samuel discusses his season so far, his excitement for the Bellevue game, and more.
2021-04-0210 min
Mercer Island Islanders Football Broadcasts (KMIH 88.9 The Bridge)Mercer Island Islanders vs Sammamish Totems (Full Broadcast from KMIH 88.9 The Bridge)Listen as the Islanders win in a MI classic versus the Sammamish Totems 17-15. Gabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak on the call.
2021-03-303h 05Mercer Island Islanders Football Broadcasts (KMIH 88.9 The Bridge)Mercer Island Islanders vs Liberty Patriots (Full Broadcast from KMIH 88.9 The Bridge)Listen as the Islanders fall in a hard-fought overtime game vs Liberty 21-20. Gabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak on the call.
2021-03-242h 27
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesMIHS Football Stars - Interview #1: Quarterback Eli FaheyIn the first in-season interview with the stars of the Mercer Island Islanders' football team, Gabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak from 88.9 The Bridge talk with quarterback Eli Fahey about his performance in his first varsity start. The Islanders beat the Newport Knights 16-3 and Eli threw a touchdown pass in the win.
2021-03-1708 minMercer Island Islanders Football Broadcasts (KMIH 88.9 The Bridge)Mercer Island Islanders vs Newport Knights (Full Broadcast from KMIH 88.9 The Bridge)Listen as the Islanders take down Newport by a score of 16-3. Gabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak on the call.
2021-03-162h 16
KMIH 88.9 The BridgeCoach Pepple TributeThis KMIH tribute to Mercer Island Basketball coaching legend Ed Pepple won the Golden Microphone Award for the nation's best community outreach broadcast at the 81st Annual IBS conference and awards! This aired during the October 3rd parade held in memory of the Coach and tribute to his wife Shirley and was produced by MIHS Juniors Gabe Gottesman and Carys Ciobanu.
2021-03-1328 min
The GPS ShowGPS Show Special: Scott Pirak and Gabe Gottesman Interview the Real-Life Forest Gump: Brady SilverwoodAfter running across the entire United States in 2019, Brady Silverwood was eager to explore other countries around the globe. Silverwood recently took on another adventure, running from border to border across Costa Rica. Silverwood describes the challenges he faced, shares his personal highlights from the journey, and announces where he will run next!
2021-02-2227 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesThe Return to Sports Podcast Episode 3: MIHS Golf Superstar Ethan EvansIn this episode of the Return to Sports Podcast, Gabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak chat with Mercer Island golfer Ethan Evans. Ethan already has a 3A state championship to his name, and looks to continue his success for the Islanders and at Duke University once he graduates from high school. Ethan discusses his more prominent role as a leader on the team, the advantages of playing a non-contact sport during the pandemic, his golf idol, and more.
2021-02-1712 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesThe Return to Sports Podcast Episode 2: MIHS Boys Basketball Star Point Guard Chris ClarkIn this episode of the Return to Sports Podcast, Gabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak talk with star junior point guard for the Islanders, Chris Clark. Chris talks about how he plans to develop as a leader for the team this upcoming season, his excitement for a return to the court, his most memorable moments as an Islander so far, and more.
2021-02-1706 min
The Return to Sports: Interviewing MIHS Student-AthletesThe Return to Sports Podcast Episode 1: MIHS Boys Basketball Star David PicklesIn the first episode of the Return to Sports Podcast, Gabe Gottesman and Scott Pirak sit down with first-team all KingCo Forward for the Islanders, David Pickles. David discusses how he trained with his teammates during the pandemic, what games will be like without the home crowd, what it is like to be almost 7 feet tall, and more.
2021-02-1710 min