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UIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 22: Kevin Ripka and Visual CommunicationThis week on the SJMC Podcast we hosted Associate Professor of Instruction Kevin Ripka!Kevin gave us an inside-look at his undergrad experience and his early career life and how he came to be at the University. Kevin specializes in visual communication, interactive design, and data visualization.
2026-02-1643 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 21: Restarting SPJ ft. Megan KleinThis week's podcast special guest is Megan Klein; the president of the Society of Professional Journalists at Iowa! SPJ just started a new chapter at UIowa, give it a listen to learn more!
2025-12-1219 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 20: The Media Law Experience 2025 ft. Brett JohnsonThis week we are joined by Professor Brett Johnson to talk about the 1 semester hour course: Media Law Experience! In this course, students get to take a trip to Washington DC as well as meet professionals in the industry!
2025-11-0628 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 19: Talking PRSSA with Kylah Hedding and Sam PetersonProfessor Kylah Hedding and PRSSA president Sam Peterson talk about PRSSA at the University of Iowa!
2025-10-3021 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 18: Ashley Loup and Sports StatuaryThis week we are joined by visiting associate Professor Ashley Loup! Ashley's research interests include sports and memory, public art, fashion, and sports statuary.
2025-10-1635 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 17: Tommy Bobbitt and Entertainment SportsThis week's guest is assistant professor of instruction Tommy Bobbitt! Tune in to hear him and Jordan discuss fanbase behavior, entertainment sports and more!
2025-10-0224 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 16: Jamil Marques and Global Media StudiesOur new host and producer Jordan Luebchow sat down with Professor Jamil Marques to talk about his inspirations, The Global Media Studies Working Group, and his interest in “de-westernization.” Jamil also talks about what makes writing stand out and advice for journalism students!
2025-09-1836 min
London VārtaLihaaf: Radio Adaptation Of Ismat Chughtai's Most Controversial Urdu StoryThis is a radio adaptation of legendary Urdu writer Ismat Chughtai's controversial story "Lihaaf". Directed by Prof. Pervaiz Alam, Lihaaf was a part of the radio production class of the students of School of Journalism and Mass Communication (SJMC), Apeejay Stya University, Gurgaon, India, in 2017. The lead role is performed by Pankhuri Singh, a student of MA Journalism, SJMC.Why is Lihaaf Controversial? Lihaaf (The Quilt), a short story by Ismat Chughtai published in 1942, is narrated by a young girl who observes the life of Begum Jaan, the neglected wife of a Nawab. The story subtly explores themes...
2025-09-1231 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 15: Advising with Anna NewnumThis week's SJMC Podcast guest is Academic Advisor Anna Newnum! Tune in to hear her and Kennedy discuss all things advising, courses, and even advice for first year students!
2025-07-0337 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 14: The Iowa Summer Journalism Workshop Feat. Erin Goss and Michelle SillmanThis week we were joined by Michelle Sillman and Erin Goss, the leads of the Iowa Summer Journalism Workshop! They discuss the ins and outs of the workshop and even give advice for students participating this year!
2025-06-1230 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 13: Ty Rushing Reflects on His First Year Teaching at UIowa SJMCThis week on the SJMC Podcast host, Kennedy Lein, was joined by professor, Ty Rushing! Ty reflected on his first-year teaching at SJMC and offered professional advice for students!
2025-05-0835 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 12: What is the Professional Advisory Board? Ft. John Tieszen and Carla KepplerThis week's episode is UIowa SJMC Professional Advisory Board President, Carla Keppler, and Vice President, John Tieszen! Tune in to hear the specifics of the PAB and professional advice from the members!
2025-04-2433 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 11: One Day for Iowa ft. Melissa TullyThe day has finally come! You can now access our One Day for Iowa live podcast episode with Director, Melissa Tully, and Host, Kennedy Lein, on audio channels! This podcast delves into One Day of Iowa, why it is important for our students, and so much more!
2025-04-1025 min
Uncommon NaledgeChristina L. MyersEp 13 | Christina L. Myers
In this episode of Uncommon Naledge, Dr. Evans sits down with SJMC alumna Dr. Christina L. Myers, assistant professor at Michigan State University’s School of Journalism, for a powerful conversation on Black representation, media narratives, and racial bias. Drawing from her background as both a journalist and scholar, Dr. Myers shares insights on how Critical Race Theory and Mass Communication intersect in her work, shedding light on the implicit racial biases that shape portrayals of Blackness in music, sports, and news.
The conversation also explores Dr. Myers’ personal journey from repo...
2025-03-2157 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 10: Getting a Non-Profit Certificate ft. Jenifer VickThis week we were joined by Jenifer Vick from the Non-Profit Leadership Certificate Program. Jenifer discusses with host, Kennedy Lein, what job opportunities a non-profit certificate can lead to, the important work students are involved in, and certain generalities of the certificate. She also offers advice for students going into the non-profit world in the future.
2025-03-1341 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 9: Co-Host of Filmspotting Adam KempenaarHost Kennedy Lein sat down with SJMC professor, Adam Kempenaar who is celebrating 20 years of co-hosing the podcast FIlmspotting. He remembers back to pivotal times for this podcast, memorable guests and films, and so much more! They also discuss the first ever Filmspotting Festival that takes place February 28-March 1 in Chicago.
2025-02-271h 03UIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 8. The Chicago Sports Media Experience ft. Wayne DrehsHost Kennedy Lein and Professor Drehs discuss his course, The Chicago Media Experience, his 20+ years at ESPN as a feature writer, and advice for the graduating college students looking for careers.
2025-02-2050 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 7. The new Strategic Communication U2G program w/ Joanna KrajewskiHost Kennedy Lein sat down with Joanna Krajewski, Director of the Master's In Strategic Communication program, to discuss the brand new U2G program offered to undergraduate students! Joanna discusses what a master's in strategic communication is, why it is beneficial, and the ins and outs of the program.
2025-01-3041 minUIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 6. The Social Media Marketing Interns ft. Max Willis and Kennedy LeinSJMC students Max Willis and Kennedy Lein discuss the roles and responsibilities of being marketing interns for the school.
2024-12-1943 min
UIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 5. The Association of Women in Sports Media ft. Dr. Jen Sterling and Zoe BentlerGuests, Zoe Bentler and Jennifer Sterling from the Association of Women in Sports Media, discuss the importance of this national organization, stereotypes around women in sports media, and also tackle advice for young students wishing to pursue a career in sports media!
2024-11-2833 min
UIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 4. What are Peer Mentors? ft. Josh RihnerThis week producer/host Kennedy Lein and senior Josh Rihner discuss the role and responsibilities of Peer Mentors in SJMC! Check it out!
2024-11-0635 min
UIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 3. Student Advisory Board answers faculty questions ft. Emily DelgadoThis week producer/host Kennedy Lein and vice chair of the Student Advisory Board Emily Delgado answered questions from the faculty in this week's podcast! Give it a listen!
2024-10-2443 min
UIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 2. Getting Zealous Going ft. Abby WedemeyerProducer and host Kennedy Lein sat down with Zealous founder and executive editor Abby Wedemeyer to discuss what goes into creating and publishing a magazine.
2024-10-0825 min
UIowa SJMC PodcastEpisode 1. Starting the Adler Agency ft. Jeff GrisamoreWe're back! Kennedy Lein sat down with professor of practice Jeff Grisamore and Adler Agency executive director Lily Stence to talk about the new class/opportunity for students!
2024-09-2433 min
Kam Izzwan Podcast (KIP)Kam Izzwan Podcast - Episode 29 with Dr Sherrini Bazir AhmadPrepare to unravel the mysteries of the mind and its intricate connection to our overall health in today's riveting podcast episode.Join us as we journey into the realm of neuroscience with our esteemed guest, a distinguished neurologist from SJMC. Together, we'll delve deep into the labyrinth of the brain, exploring its profound influence on sleep patterns, migraines, epilepsy, and metabolic disorders.Tune in as we uncover the fascinating interplay between brain health and our body's well-being, shedding light on the enigmatic connections that shape our lives.
2024-04-0744 min
Thanks For Your Service PodcastsThanksforyourservice Podcast 43 The Sir John Monash CentreWelcome to podcast number 43 for Thanks for your Service and the last podcast for 2021.
Our focus is on historical topics relating to the Australian military.
You can find us on Facebook and Twitter Just search for Thanks For Your Service. Our website is www.thanksforyourservice.net .
For today's podcast we head to France where we speak to Rebecca Doyle, the Director of the Sir John Monash Centre.
We are keen to hear your feedback. Leave a comment on our Facebook page. And if you're listening to us via ITunes or other podca...
2021-12-0718 min
The Drake SJMC PodcastS2E4 - Jazlin Coley-Smith - PR grad working at Drake UniversityJazlin Coley-Smith (JO ’19) in Public Relations is the director of Equity and Inclusion at Drake University. Listen to her story how she navigated difficult conversations and the Americorps role through Community and Engage Learning to land her position as the director of Equity and Inclusion in Des Moines.
2021-12-0317 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastS2E3 - Katie Martin - Advertising grad working at 72 and SunnyKatie Martin (JO ’10) in Advertising is the brand director for the NFL account at 72 and Sunny. Listen to her story to learn how she began at an agency in Des Moines and moved to a larger agency in Los Angeles.
2021-11-2310 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastS2E2 - Paul LeFort - Radio/TV grad working at NielsenPaul LeFort (JO ’91) in Radio and TV is the director of Sales and Development for Nielsen. Listen to his presentation on “The Audience is Everything” and how to apply data to all aspects of storytelling. Paul lives near Los Angeles.
2021-11-1829 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastS2E1 - Raquel Rivera - PR grad working at AmazonRaquel Rivera (JO ’15) in Public Relations is a human relations manager at Amazon. Listen to her story how she worked with her Drake University adviser to develop a major in PR and concentration in Human Relations to find her perfect fit to launch into her positions at Amazon in Phoenix.
2021-11-1022 minIowa JournalistMelissa Tully, SJMC Associate Professor & Director of Undergraduate StudiesOn this episode of the "Iowa Journalist" podcast, SJMC associate professor Melissa Tully discusses her research on misinformation and digital audiences, how she began conducting research in Africa, and the paper she'll be presenting at the ICA Conference in May.
2021-03-3140 minIowa JournalistMeenakshi (Gigi) Durham, Author of "MeToo: How Rape Culture in the Media Impacts Us All"On this episode of the "Iowa Journalist" podcast series, SJMC professor Meenakshi (Gigi) Durham discusses her new book, "MeToo: How Rape Culture in the Media Impacts Us All".
2021-03-0415 min
Good Is In The DetailsToo young and Too Early: On the Hyper-Sexualization of girls in MediaGwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo discuss the portrayal of young girls and women in the media with Professor Gigi Durham (School of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Iowa). We focus on her book The Lolita Effect. Learn more about Dr. Durham: https://clas.uiowa.edu/sjmc/people/meenakshi-gigi-durham Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails
2021-01-2943 minIowa JournalistKajsa Dalrymple, Media, Policy, and Public OpinionOn this episode of the "Iowa Journalist" podcast series, SJMC associate professor Kajsa Dalrymple discusses her teaching career and the UI Public Policy Center's Media, Policy and Public Opinion program.
2020-11-1222 minIowa JournalistAuthor & Faculty Member Stephen BloomOn this episode of the "Iowa Journalist" podcast series, SJMC professor and author Stephen Bloom discusses his professional background, stories from the field, and advice for students.
2020-08-0650 minIowa JournalistProfessor Don McLeese's StoryOn this episode of the "Iowa Journalist" podcast series, SJMC associate professor Don McLeese discusses his professional background and advice for students.
2020-07-1545 minIowa JournalistMikhayla Shaw, Graduating SeniorOn this episode of the "Iowa Journalist" podcast series, SJMC graduate Mikhayla Hughes-Shaw discusses lessons from SJMC and her career plans.
2020-05-1823 min
The Drake SJMC PodcastWhat is Design Thinking?You've heard a lot about design thinking, so let's learn about it!
If you're a Drake student, keep your eyes on the SJMC social media for more information about signing up the future of journalism meeting. It will be on February 22nd at 10 am in Meredith. (And they'll feed you)
2020-02-1213 minIowa JournalistKatelyn Weisbrod, 2019 AlumniOn the latest "Iowa Journalist" podcast, recent graduate, Katelyn Weisbrod discusses her time at The Daily Iowan, her favorite stories, and post-graduation plans. You can also read more about her on our website (https://clas.uiowa.edu/sjmc/profiles/katelyn-weisbrod) or on hers (https://www.katelynweisbrod.com/).
2020-01-1407 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastThe Iowa Caucus Project!Did you know that there's a class on campus that covers the Iowa caucuses? Well, you do now! Join us this week with John Hirl and Avery Van Den Berg, two students from the class, as they talk about how Drake is pretty much the best place in the country to learn about politics and political communication. Find out more about the project and see their work at iowacaucusproject.com.
Are you an SJMC alum interested in being on the show? Feel free to email us at sjmcpodcast@gmail.com. We'd love to have you join us...
2019-11-2114 minIowa JournalistSeung Min Kim (The Washington Post)Welcome to the first edition of the Iowa Journalist, a podcast dedicated to interviews with visitors who can provide insight to the multiple areas in which a degree in Journalism & Mass Communication from the University of Iowa can be used.
Host Jack Martin sat down with Seung Min Kim, an alumni of SJMC and current White House reporter for The Washington Post covering President Trump's relationship with Congress. Seung Min provides insight into her time at Iowa and her path to The Post. She talks about her day-to-day life covering Trump and Congress and shares multiple stories from her exciting...
2019-11-1433 min
Iowa JournalistIowa Journalist: Seung Min Kim (The Washington Post)Welcome to the first edition of the Iowa Journalist, a podcast dedicated to interviews with visitors who can provide insight to the multiple areas in which a degree in Journalism & Mass Communication from the University of Iowa can be used.Host Jack Martin sat down with Seung Min Kim, an alumni of SJMC and current White House reporter for The Washington Post covering President Trump's relationship with Congress. Seung Min provides insight into her time at Iowa and her path to The Post...
2019-11-1433 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastRisen from the Res Halls with John AugustAward-winning screenwriter, John August, sits down with the SJMC Podcast to talk about his time at Drake, what's changed, and what it's like to make movies.
2019-10-3018 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastBack to the Feud-ture with Rachel James and Adam HeaterJoin us this week as we talk to Rachel James, the editor-in-chief of the Times-Delphic, and Adam Heater, the president of Drake Broadcasting System, both current students in the SJMC. We ask questions like "Is there a feud between the TD and DBS?", "Is there a future for Drake's SJMC students?", and "Are the dorm showers as gross as you think?". The answers may surprise you.
2019-10-0219 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastFrom Bike Rides to Brand Launch with Emily SteeleWhen Emily's senior year came along, she didn't know quite where to go. But after a cross-country bike ride, Emily found her footing. She went working with Ameri-corps to starting POP UP YOGA DSM to building up FemCity Des Moines and now on to creating a new company called Brand Launch. Emily has built up her nest of Hummingbirds to help businesses blossom in Des Moines. If you want to learn more about her work, visit her website https://www.emilyasteele.com/
2019-09-2522 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastNewscasts and New Fields with Eduardo ZamarripaChris and Taylor talk to Eduardo Zamarripa, a News Internet major who graduated in 2012. Eduardo began his career by putting together a weekly newscast and recording Oskalooska City government meetings. He has since worked his way up through Musco Lighting into his current position in soccer marketing development. Listen as Eduardo calms Taylor's fears about Capstone, gives advice about how to not be "That Guy", and introduces us to a major company no one has heard of.
2019-09-1815 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastBetter Homes and Body Art with Allison VancuraAllison Vancura joins Chris Snider and Taylor Vos to talk about her career working with the Meredith Corporation. Having graduated from the SMJC in 2011 with degrees in Magazine Journalism and Graphic Design, Allison has worked at Meredith for 9 years in multiple roles. Listen as she talks about some of her favorite projects, relives her Personal Experience Essay, and gives advice to those interested in a magazine career.
2019-09-1119 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastA Year in Preview with Kathleen RichardsonDean of the SJMC, Kathleen Richardson, shares some of the many upcoming events for the 2019-2020 school, including details of the Centennial Celebration (just remember Meredith Hall Pub Crawl). Plus KR tells one her favorite stories of working on the Times-Delphic that includes the old tradition of streaking down Forest Ave.
2019-09-0411 minThe Drake SJMC PodcastSJMC Podcast: The TrailerAfter a hundred years of the School of Journalism, there are so many stories to tell. This trailer is a brief introduction into what the SJMC Podcast is all about. Make sure to subscribe on your favorite listening platform to get notifications for when we upload every week.
2019-08-2800 min
with intention from Cassandra7 tools to get started and run a successful HEART-centered businessIn this episode, our host, Cassandra Bodzak, shares with you 7 powerful tools to help you start creating the love based business of your dreams or take your current heart centered work to the next level. Practical, spiritual tools to get clear about who you are here to serve, how you can serve them on the highest level as well as how to maintain your well-being and emotional stability along the way!
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2016-06-2438 min
with intention from CassandraInterview with Gabby Bernstein // following your fun + unapologetically earningIn this episode of The LIGHTMAKER podcast, our host, Cassandra Bodzak, interviews Gabrielle Bernstein, NYT Best Selling Author, Inspirational Speaker and Thought Leader about everything from what tools she uses to support her busy day to day life, how fueling her body has played a part in her overall energy to how she overcame self-doubt to become a bestselling author and created a digital training school for the next generation of spiritual leaders and much more. Listen in as the ladies talk about it all and share their tips, tools and stories for helping you create a life that...
2015-10-0238 min