Providence College Podcast

Two newer members of the Friar family join the PC podcast to talk about how research is central to the Providence College experience. Dr. Alyssa Lopez, who joined the faculty as an assistant professor of history in 2020, and her research assistant, Angie Pierre ’25, share details about their investigation into black film culture in pre-WWII New York City. In preparation for a book Dr. Lopez is developing, the research centers on how Black communities used theaters and cinema to practice and engage in self-determination, equal access to citizenship in the city, and urban modernity in the face of an overwhelmingly exclusionary society.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

This year's theme for Black History Month is Black health and wellness, so it's a perfect time to talk with Dr. Aishah Scott, a historian of race and medicine jointly appointed to the Black Studies Program and the Department of Health Policy and Management. Scott researches the impact of long-term healthcare disparities on the HIV/AIDS crisis in the Black community; she has expanded her focus to examine how these disparities have fueled the COVID pandemic as well.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn.

Civ’s gone to London! Dr. Stephanie Boeninger, associate professor of English, and Dr. Margaret Manchester, associate professor of history, are faculty-in-residence for Providence College’s new Civ in London study abroad program. Civ in London brings lessons from the Development of Western Civilization to life, exposing students to the rich history and cultural heritage of the United Kingdom as well as perspectives of those marginalized in Britain’s industrial and imperial history. Learn what students can expect in the program’s inaugural semester and the professors’ favorite spots around London.Follow Civ in London on Instagram @civ_london.Follow the program’s blog at prov.ly/civ-london-blog.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

The COVID pandemic made us all aware of how critical healthcare facilities are to the overall health of our communities. Alex DeMars '22, a health policy and management major from Brunswick, Maine, got to see this lesson firsthand as a facilities management intern at Maine Medical Center in Portland last summer and while working remotely during the school year. In this episode, DeMars discussed some of his responsibilities and how his HPM courses and two years working for PC's Physical Plant helped prepare him for the role. Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

On Martin Luther King Day, reflect with Dr. Wanda Ingram '75, PC's senior associate dean of undergraduate students and freshman and sophomore dean, on her experience as a member of Providence College's inaugural class of women — and as one of the few women of color in that group. As co-chair of the MLK Convocation Committee, she also discussed plans for this year's celebration on Thursday, Jan. 20, featuring Dr. Bernice A. King and Professor Ilyasah Shabazz.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

This week’s episode of the Providence College Podcast discusses basic terms and principles of cryptocurrency with Nick Espinal ’23, a finance major and philosophy and creative writing double minor who studied cryptocurrency through his internship at EY last summer. Nick believes that “philosophy is everywhere” and discusses the way that Civ and philosophy courses inform his perspective as a finance student and consultant studying cryptocurrency. No background in finance is required to enjoy this lively conversation.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

Kick off 2022 with an important reminder from Dr. Laurie Santos '21Hon., the Commencement speaker for the Class of 2021. The Yale University psychology professor and host of the "The Happiness Lab" podcast discussed how gratitude can help us weather the most difficult challenges. If you missed it in May, hear her address now on the Providence College Podcast.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

Spend some time this week with the top episodes of the Providence College Podcast from 2021, including our conversation with siblings Dr. Mabel Abraham '03 and Dr. Tristan Botelho '07, which was recorded for National First-Generation College Celebration Day on Nov. 8. The siblings have a lot in common. These PC alums both earned doctorates from MIT’s Sloan School of Management, and now they both teach at Ivy League institutions — Abraham at Columbia University and Botelho at Yale. They also were both first-generation college students, meaning they were the first in their family to graduate from college. We talk with Abraham and Botelho about their research, their experiences at PC, and how being first-gen impacts their work in the classroom. Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

If you missed Lessons & Carols, Providence College’s signature Advent celebration, on Saturday, Dec. 4, you’re in luck. Listen to the podcast of the event, which featured performances by the combined choirs of Providence College.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

This week’s episode takes a look at one of Providence College’s newest academic programs — music technology and production — with Dr. Bill Longo, visiting assistant professor of music, and Clare Krug ’24, a sophomore music technology major. Learn what distinguishes music technology and production from traditional programs in music, hear about project-based learning in Dr. Longo’s songwriting course, and listen to original music by Krug. You won’t want to miss this special, musical edition of the Providence College Podcast.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

Today we speak with senior Noah DeRossi-Goldberg '22, a history and political science double major. We dive into his involvement on campus as a resident assistant, a member of the Department of History's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force, and president of the eSports club. He also previews the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Debate Society, the oldest club on campus, in the spring.For all your Friars eSports gear needs.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

Joan Barker '04, who majored in French and history, spent much of her career abroad as a government consultant for language and cross-cultural training. Her experience includes two years teaching English to members of the Afghan Air Force, where she got to know many Afghan interpreters. After the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in August, Barker became an advocate for these vulnerable Afghans left behind, writing op-eds calling for government accountability and organizing aid and assistance. She discussed how her time in the Peace Corps and how The Cowl alumni network helped her get published. Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

"Beyond Your News Feed: Understanding Contemporary Politics" is a podcast by the Department of Political Science. This episode of Beyond Your News Feed explores the fate of local news. Dr. Andrea McDonnell and Dr. Matt Guardino, both associate professors of political science, join host Dr. William Hudson, professor of political science, for a conversation about the dire straits of local newspapers and the impact on American democracy. McDonnell also serves as director of PC's new communications minor. Over the past couple of decades, local newspapers across the country have begun to disappear. Battered by huge revenue losses from declining advertising and circulation, newspaper owners have sought to reduce costs in a variety of ways, including selling newspaper buildings, outsourcing printing and other tasks, but mostly by firing reporters — depriving the paper of the very journalism that makes the paper valuable. This strategy, obviously, has meant newspapers that are thinner, with less news for their reader

Meet Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio ’77 — you can call him Dr. Italy. He is a leader in Catholic media, heading the Crossroads Initiative and frequently appearing on Catholic networks including EWTN and the SiriusXM Catholic Channel. In this episode, he discusses his youth in Providence, career, and new book, Jesus: the Way, the Truth, and the Life (Ascension Press, 2020), and corresponding video series. Marcellino’s work weaves the four gospel accounts of Jesus together with other sources to present Jesus within and against the backdrop of history, not myth.  Purchase Jesus: the Way, the Truth, and the Life from Ascension Press.  It’s Marcellino’s reunion year, but the host didn’t have the dates of Reunion Weekend handy while recording. Reunion Weekend will be celebrated on campus June 3-5, 2022. Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

Siblings Dr. Mabel Abraham '03 and Dr. Tristan Botelho '07 have a lot in common. These PC alums both earned doctorates from MIT’s Sloan School of Management, and now they both teach at Ivy League institutions — Abraham at Columbia University and Botelho at Yale. They also were both first-generation college students, meaning they were the first in their family to graduate from college. As Providence College recognizes National First-Generation College Celebration Day on November 8, we talk with Abraham and Botelho about their research, their experiences at PC, and how being first-gen impacts their work in the classroom. Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

This week's guest is Alex Cannon '22, a theater major from East Granby, Conn. Cannon discusses his summer research examining the often unfair portrayal of nuclear energy and war in television, movies, and video games over the last 60 years. We also dove in to his decision to choose Providence College, the ways a theater major can create during a pandemic, and his other interests including gaming and travel.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

Anna O'Connell '12 discovered her love of early music as a music education student, studying voice and harp. Now a doctoral student in historical performance practice at Case Western Reserve University, O'Connell recently won the Barbara Thornton scholarship from Early Music America. She discusses the many far-flung locations that her music performance career has taken her, including the Great Wall of China, the Vatican, and World Youth Day in Krakow. Listen to the end to hear her play a 100-string baroque harp. Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

Get answers to many of your questions about the college application process from Amy Cembor and Megan O'Rourke of the Office of Admission. Cembor and O'Rourke discussed the advantages of Early Decision and Early Action, affordability, and the reasons why Providence College recruits students nationally.Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

Sister Anne Frances Klein, O.P. is a Dominican Sister of St. Cecilia and campus minister at Providence College. In this week’s episode, she introduces listeners to her wing of the Dominican family, tells the story of her vocation, and sheds light on the lives and ministries of women religious, whom she rightly calls “the heartbeat of the Church.”Subscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn. 

This episode of the Providence College podcast features three of the highlights of the College’s recent Homecoming Weekend festivities, which included the presidential inauguration of Rev. Kenneth R. Sicard and the commencement ceremony celebrating the Class of 2020. Among the many events, we highlight three in this podcast: Father Sicard’s inaugural address The Class of 2020 Commencement Mass homily delivered by Father Sicard’s predecessor, Rev. Brian J. Shanley The Class of 2020 Commencement address by astronaut, physician, scientist, and innovator Dr. Mae Jemison More stories and video content from Father Sicard’s inauguration are on the College’s website at http://prov.ly/sicard-inaugurationSubscribe to the Providence College Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and YouTube.  Visit Providence College on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and LinkedIn.