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21:34

Why Play Is Essential for Learning

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2026/08/27

Send us Fan Mail We’re packing more and more into kids’ days. They face pressure to achieve at younger ages, screens fill more of their free time and even downtime can feel like something that needs to be productive. But what may be getting lost is something deceptively simple: play. “Play is really children’s opportunity to explore and test out their ideas about the world,” says Kelley White, professor of education in the School of Education at the College of Charleston. On this episod...

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28:25

AI in Education: Why Learning Isn't Supposed to Be Easy

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2026/07/17

Send us Fan Mail Nobody likes to struggle, but what do we lose when every answer is just a click away? As artificial intelligence continues to disrupt and transform classrooms, new questions are emerging. What’s the best way for students to learn? Why does struggle matter in the learning process? And happens when technology eliminates the struggle? In this episode of Speaking Of... College of Charleston, Ian O’Byrne, associate professor in the School of Education, answers these questions and ...

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21:26

Burnout Among Social Media Managers: Faculty Research...

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2026/06/24

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Speaking Of… College of Charleston, College of Charleston marketing professor Kelley Cours Anderson discusses her latest research on burnout among social media managers and the pressures shaping digital marketing careers. The work, recently published in The Conversation as The hidden burnout crisis facing social media marketers, traces its origins to a student project in Anderson’s social media class. The alumna’s bachelor’s essay on social media wellness helped

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9:54

A Year End Conversation with President Andrew Hsu

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2026/05/07

Send us Fan Mail President Andrew Hsu joins Speaking of… College of Charleston to look back on a landmark academic year for the College. In this year‑end conversation, he highlights record‑breaking philanthropy, major academic expansions, and the continued rise in student demand that’s shaping the future of the university. The episode explores transformational gifts supporting new facilities and programs — including the Michael and Amy Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management and ...

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35:48

Quest Founder Luke Shirley ’18 on Mental Fitness,...

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2026/03/04

Send a text Content note: This episode includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs immediate help, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, U.S.). In South Carolina, you can also call the Mobile Crisis line at 833-364-2274. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. On this episode of Speaking of… College of Charleston, alumnus Luke Shirley ’18 shares how depression and isolation shaped his sophomore year and how that experience helped inspire Quest, a Charlest...

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17:48

A Smarter Way to Navigate College: Life Design at the...

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2026/02/19

Send a text In this episode, we explore the College of Charleston’s Life Design Center and how it helps students move from uncertainty to action through individualized coaching, practical tools, and community support. What You Will Learn What the College of Charleston’s Life Design Center is and how it helps students build clarity and confidence with practical tools and coaching. Life Design Center How Life Design differs from traditional advising or career planning by focusing on indivi...

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18:08

'On the Prowl’ Podcast Brings Fans Inside College of...

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2026/01/28

Send us a text The College of Charleston is excited to announce the launch of a new podcast from the Athletics department. On the Prowl with Charleston Athletics is hosted by longtime men’s basketball play-by-play announcer Everett German. For more than two decades, German has been the voice behind some of the College’s most memorable moments on the court. A job that he says brings him joy. “As I often tell people, I have the coolest part-time gig in the world,” says German. On the Prow...

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32:01

AI and Arts Education: How Technology is Transforming...

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2025/12/18

Send us a text Artificial intelligence is everywhere, but how does it fit into the world of art and arts education? On this episode of Speaking Of…College of Charleston, three faculty members discuss how AI is reshaping creative practice and teaching, from sculpture studios to fundraising classes and art history seminars. Guests include: Bex Ferrell, assistant professor in Arts Management Jarod Charzewski, studio art professor in sculptureMarian Mazzone, professor in Art History&nb...

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36:41

The Recipe for Success: How to Host a Cooking Show

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2025/12/01

Send us a text Lauren’s tips for hosting dinner parties: Get people involved and feel wanted in the kitchen, give them tasksHandwritten timelineGet as much done ahead of time as possibleResources from this episode: Focaccia Bread Recipe Les Dames d’Escoffier Lauren’s Favorite Cookbooks: 1. "Deep Run Roots" by Vivian Howard 2. "Mastering the Art of Southern Cooking" by Nathalie Dupree and Cynthia Graubart 3. "Dining In" by Alison Roman 4. "Everyday Italian" by Giada de Laurentiis 5. "Ess...

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25:56

Beyond Debate: Building Bridges Through Free Expression

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2025/11/12

Send us a text Discover how CofC students are leading a movement for civil discourse. Hear their strategies for navigating tough conversations and why empathy is the key to bridging divides. Does pineapple belong on pizza? It’s an easy yes or no question for most. It’s an easier question to answer then one about politics or religion and it’s the kind of question that the Civility Initiative Free Expression Fellows call “low stakes.” Resources from this episode: Want to join the co...

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10:34

Alumnus Tells Tales of Charleston Ghosts

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2025/10/29

Send us a text Ed Macy 91’ knows truth is stranger than fiction. The College of Charleston alumnus is a professor, historical journalist and a Charleston tour guide. He is the author of the best-selling books Haunted Charleston and Haunted Harbor and has spent many years researching and telling Lowcountry ghost stories.

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22:07

Save More, Worry Less: Financial Wellness Tips Every...

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2025/10/08

Send us a text On this episode of Speaking of … College of Charleston, we talk about something that impacts every student: money. From tuition and textbooks to coffee runs and weekend plans, managing your finances in college can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re diving into financial wellness—what it means, why it matters, and how you can take control of your money while you’re here at CofC and beyond. Joining us is Liz Cooper, associate director for financial wellness in the Career Center ...

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20:46

Charleston’s Artistic Heartbeat: Inside the School of...

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2025/09/26

Send us a text What makes Charleston one of the most vibrant arts cities in the South? The College of Charleston’s School of the Arts (SOTA) might just be the answer. From Agatha Christie mysteries to Broadway classics, from world-class pianists to cutting-edge contemporary art, this season is packed with creativity that pulses through the city like a heartbeat. In the latest episode of Speaking Of… College of Charleston, host Amy Stockwell sits down with three dynamic leaders from SOTA: Gret...

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35:49

Human Creativity in the Age of AI

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2025/09/11

Send us a text What happens to human creativity when machines can write, paint, compose and even evoke emotion?On this episode of Speaking of … College of Charleston, we explore the intersection of human creativity and artificial intelligence with Anurag Tiwari, a computer science instructor in the College of Charleston Computing in the Arts program whose background is in computer vision, AI and digital animation. Tiwari’s journey, from developing video analytics for surveillance to cre...

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25:41

Back to School at COFC: A Guide for Incoming Students

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2025/08/28

Send us a text On this episode we're revisiting a popular and timely episode from 2022 with three former College of Charleston students, Jaylen Newell, Bella Pack, and Lauren Pinto about successfully managing the first few weeks and months of college. Their advice is timeless and will benefit new students who are starting classes, finding their way around campus and making new friends. From finding parking and making friends to avoiding dorm kitchen disasters (yes, water does go in microwave ...

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22:41

Clyde the Chatbot: Transforming Student Support with AI

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2025/08/07

Send us a text At the College of Charleston, Clyde the ai powered chatbot is transforming how students engage with campus life—from academic questions to emotional wellness. In this episode, we explore how Clyde is reshaping student support—one message at a time. Alicia Caudill, executive vice president for student affairs, and Chris Korey, associate provost for student success dive into the origins, development and evolving capabilities of Clyde. They also highlight how Clyde's strategic out...

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21:29

From Charleston to Berlin, How Student Research...

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2025/07/18

Send us a text What began as a stack of forgotten letters in a college archive became a transatlantic journey of remembrance, culminating in a powerful tribute to the Landsmann family, Holocaust victims nearly erased by history. In this episode of Speaking of ... College of Charleston, we follow the story of how student research, archival discovery and community collaboration led to the placement of Stolpersteine, brass memorial stones installed in front of the family's last known residence i...

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26:28

Why Your Chronotype Matters More Than You Think

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2025/06/26

Send us a text Have you ever wondered why you feel sharp and focused at dawn while your partner hits their stride after sunset? Or why your teenager seems to come alive just as you're winding down? These patterns aren’t just quirks—they’re rooted in biology. In this episode of Speaking of … College of Charleston, Psychology professor Cindi May unpacks the science of chronotypes and circadian rhythms, revealing how our internal clocks influence everything from academic performance and medical ...

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23:52

Launching Faculty off the Clock

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2025/05/22

Send us a text On this episode of Speaking of … College of Charleston, Mark Del Mastro, Associate Provost for Academic and International Programs, and Chris Korey, Associate Provost for Student Success, talk about launching their new podcast, Faculty Off the Clock. This podcast takes you beyond the classroom to reveal the hidden lives of College of Charleston faculty. From woodworking enthusiasts to barbershop quartet singers, you'll meet professors with fascinating passions and stories that ...

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12:19

A Year in Review with President Hsu, Innovation and...

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2025/05/02

Send us a text On this episode of Speaking Of…College of Charleston, we sit down with President Andrew T. Hsu to reflect on highlights of the year. From reaching an all time high of 32,000 applicants to establishing new academic programs like the BA in entrepreneurship, Hsu talks about his drive to keep moving, full speed ahead, to ensure the College’s position as a leader of academic excellence. Some key achievements in the last year include the reorganization of STEM programs into two schoo...

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