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Beyond Debate: Building Bridges Through Free Expression 25:56

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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 conversation? Follow the Civility Initiative on Instagram at @cofc_civility or visit the Civility Initiative webpage for upcoming events.…

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Alumnus Tells Tales of Charleston Ghosts 10:34

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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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Save More, Worry Less: Financial Wellness Tips Every College Student Needs 22:07

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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 and Elisa Peñaloza student ambassador. Whether you’re a first-year student or getting ready to graduate, this conversation will help you take control of your finances and set yourself up for long-term success. Campus Resources: iGrad – CofC Financial Literacy Digital Platform (Free for Students, Staff, & Alumni) Cougar Pantry – Open to All CofC Students. Currently located at 26 Coming Street Cougar Free Store – 207 Calhoun Street, Room 102 (next to Addlestone Library) Open M-Th 10 am – 5 pm Apps: Blackbird – Earn rewards to use at local restaurants Class Pass – 1 month Free to try fitness classes at studios in Charleston Financial Wellness at the College of Charleston…

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Charleston’s Artistic Heartbeat: Inside the School of the Arts’ 2025–26 Season 20:46

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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: Gretchen McLaine, Chair of Theatre and Dance Michael O’Brien, Chair of Music Michael Dickins, Director and Chief Curator of the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art Together, they share insider details on the 2025–26 season and why SOTA is truly the artistic heartbeat of Charleston.…

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Human Creativity in the Age of AI 35:49

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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 creating interactive installations at places like the Kennedy Space Center, reflects a career at the intersection of technology and art. Now teaching at the College, he helps students navigate a world where AI tools are reshaping creative industries. Resources from this episode: Moondog Animation Studio The experiment that argues about what it really means to understand something as a human: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0MD4sRHj1M Chinese Room theory: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_room The decline in the storytelling aspect of movies and the overreliance on CGI: https://www.theintrinsicperspective.com/p/cgi-did-in-fact-ruin-movies How compelling stories in movies are independent of whether CGI is used or not: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14441778/…

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Back to School at COFC: A Guide for Incoming Students 25:41

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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 mac and cheese), the trio offers heartfelt insights drawn from their own college journeys. They discuss the importance of getting involved in clubs, exploring Charleston’s vibrant culture and embracing academic resources like the Center for Student Learning. The episode also touches on deeper themes like homesickness, mental health, and the value of taking risks and staying open to change, whether it's switching majors or discovering unexpected passions. With humor, honesty, and encouragement, Jaylen, Bella, and Lauren remind new students that college is not just about academics, but about growth, connection and finding your place. Resources from this episode: Clubs and organizations Center for Excellence in Peer Education Office of Student Wellness Department of Residence Life…

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Clyde the Chatbot: Transforming Student Support with AI 22:41

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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 outreach is improving student engagement and retention, drawing on both general and customized outreach. The episode covers the detailed workings of Clyde, its integration into the student success platform and how it's helping address specific student challenges in real-time. "One of the great things about Clyde is that we get the information about students in real time which means we don't find out in December that somebody's been homesick since August," says Caudill. In partnership with the education technology company EdSights, Clyde serves as a resource for questions and connects students to support services focused on four key areas: Academics Financial Matters Campus Engagement Mental and Physical Health Featured on this episode: Alicia Caudill executive vice president for student affairs Chris Korey associate provost for student success Resources from this episode: Vincent Tinto : A nationally recognized expert in student retention, referred to as the “grandfather of retention,” and a partner in the development of EdSights' platform. EdSights : The company that developed Clyde and its underlying platform, including the retention calendar and outreach tools. For more information about Clyde the chatbot, email clyde@cofc.edu .…

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From Charleston to Berlin, How Student Research Uncovered a Holocaust Story 21:29

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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 in Berlin. Featured in this episode: Chad Gibbes joined the College of Charleston as assistant professor of Jewish studies and director of the Zucker/Goldberg Center in fall 2021. Professor Gibbs teaches the history of the Holocaust, antisemitism, comparative genocide, and related topics. His research interests include Jewish resistance to the Holocaust, gender studies, memory and memorialization, and oral history. In his current project, Professor Gibbs uses spatial and social network analyses to expand our understanding of resistance and survival at the Nazi extermination camp Treblinka. Those interested in his work should see his professional website here . He attained his PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, his MA from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and his BA from the University of Wyoming. Before entering academic life, Professor Gibbs served in the US Army, including deployment to Iraq. Leah Davenport is one of the research assistants at the Pearlstine/Lipov Center for Southern Jewish Culture. She is a senior at the College of Charleston and is majoring in Jewish Studies and Women’s and Gender Studies. She joined the Pearlstine/Lipov research team in 2022 after her studies sparked an interest in Jewish communities of the South, specifically in the Lowcountry, of which she is a native. Leah was instrumental in finishing research on synagogues across South Carolina. In addition to her work with the Center, Leah is the Peer Facilitator for the both of the Jewish Studies First-Year Experience seminars in Fall 2024. She is currently planning to go on graduate school for social work, where she hopes to earn her MSW with a certificate specializing in hospital social work. R. Scott Hellman ’96 graduated from the College with a BA in History and received an MBA from the University of Miami in 2001. Hellman owns and operates a service driven insurance brokerage firm specializing in corporate benefits, as well as, life, health, long term care and disability income for individuals. Hellman is the current Chair of the Yaschik Arnold Jewish Studies Program Community Advisory Board; serves as Vice-President of the Hebrew Benevolent Society, the oldest Jewish Charitable Society in the United States; and is on Hollings Cancer Center Advisory Board. As a multi-generational Charlestonian, Hellman enjoys all that Charleston has to offer on and offshore, riding bicycles, and spending time with his wife and child. Resources from this episode: Stolpersteine , created by artist Gunter Demnig, are brass plaques installed at the last known voluntary residence of Holocaust victims. They serve as public reminders of lives lost and disrupted by Nazi persecution. Learn more about the Zucker Goldberg Center for Holocaust Studies Explore the Jewish Heritage Collection at the College of Charleston Libraries College of Charleston’s Pearlstine/Lipov Center for Southern Jewish Culture The Jewish Historic…

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Why Your Chronotype Matters More Than You Think 26:28

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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 diagnoses to relationships and daily decision-making. Whether you're a morning lark, a night owl, or somewhere in between, understanding your chronotype could be the key to unlocking your best self. “Your chronotype is your natural preference for sleep and wake times, and it’s driven by your circadian rhythm,” says May. “These rhythms are powerful internal timekeepers that affect your body temperature, hormone levels and cognitive functioning throughout the day.” While society isn’t always structured to accommodate individual chronotypes, May believes awareness is key. “Understanding your chronotype isn’t just interesting, it’s empowering. It helps you advocate for yourself, whether you’re scheduling a test, a meeting, or a medical appointment.” Tune in to learn how understanding your natural rhythm can help you optimize your outcomes and navigate a world often out of sync with your internal clock. Resources from this episode: · Take the Morningness-Eveningness Questionnaire to determine whether you are a morning type (lark), evening type (owl) or neutral. · Cindi May: https://charleston.edu/psychology/faculty/may-cindi.php…

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Launching Faculty off the Clock 23:52

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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 go far beyond academia. Korey and Del Mastro hope these conversations will highlight not only unique interests of the guests but will function as a bridge to connect people on campus with shared interests. “Both Mark and I were faculty members at one point, and most of your identity on campus is sort of tied up into what your scholarship is and teaching and you very rarely have opportunities to talk about what you do outside of that,” says Korey. “So we wanted to create a venue where people have the opportunity to talk about those things because it doesn’t normally come up in our work environments.” Humor is a big part of their collaboration and Del Mastro and Korey make a habit of asking their guests a series of lightening round questions on topics from hot dogs vs. hamburgers to celebrity crushes. They also make it a point to ask guests about whether they like popcorn, which is a shared love and an ongoing joke between the hosts, and it gives them an opportunity to share their love of the Whirley Pop stove-pop popper. They end the episode by presenting guests with a customized bobblehead doll. “The whole purpose of the podcast is to show the lighter side of the faculty member and what better characterizes the lighter side of someone than a bobblehead?” says Del Mastro. Featured on this episode: Mark Del Mastro As Associate Provost for Academic and International Programs, Mark P. Del Mastro, Professor of Spanish/Hispanic Studies, provides leadership and support in the area of curriculum development and review and academic policy. He also oversees the Center for International Education, the Office of the Registrar, and the Office for Institutional Effectiveness. Born in Bowling Green, Kentucky and raised in northern New Jersey, Del Mastro earned his B.A. at Wake Forest University, his M.A. at Middlebury College, and his Ph.D. at the University of Virginia. After defending his doctoral dissertation in August 1992, “Dr. D” relocated to Charleston, South Carolina to begin a career at The Citadel, where for 18 years he taught a variety of courses to include Spanish language and literature, and Hispanic culture and business. After serving four years as Head of The Citadel’s Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures, in July 2010 Del Mastro joined the College of Charleston where he served as Chair of the Department of Hispanic Studies until August 2019 when he transitioned to his current role as Associate Provost for Academic and International Programs in the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs. Chris Korey As Associate Provost for Student Success, Christopher Korey, Professor of Biology, leads the Office for the Academic Experience, which provides students with educationally purposeful activities that lead to deep learning, integrated social and intellectual development, and engagement with local and global communities. In this role, Dr. Korey leads eight units and multiple programs, including the Academic Advising and Planning Center, the Center for Academic Performance and Persistance, the Center for Excellence in Peer Education, the Center for Student Learning, First-Year Experience, REACH, Vet…

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A Year in Review with College of Charleston's President Hsu, Innovation and Impact 12:19

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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 schools; the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences and the School of Engineering, Computing, and Mathematics . "Splitting stems into these two schools gives our university more precision, more flexibility and certainly more visibility across diverse scientific and technological domains, while still allowing for interdisciplinary collaboration," says Hsu. President Hsu emphasizes the importance of liberal arts education for developing durable skills in graduates to make them competitive in the work force. "When I talk with industry leaders, they are looking for graduates, not just with just technical skills, which can be learned on the job, but they want people with durable skills such as communication, creativity, teamwork, problem solving, emotional intelligence and a global mindset. These skills will help our students stay relevant far into the future. And and those are the types of graduates we're producing across disciplines." He reflects on proud moments from the year, including the college's national visibility and events such as the College of Charleston Orchestra's performance at one of the most prestigious stages in the world — Carnegie Hall. “Each of these moments showcase how amazing our university is. Truly, extraordinary events happen here at the College of Charleston every single day,” says Hsu. We are not going to argue. Resources From This episode: College of Charleston Orchestra at Carnegie Hall A Year in Review President Hsu’s Instagram and X Accounts…

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Behind the Scenes at Charleston's Award-Winning Restaurant Chubby Fish 34:09

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Send us a text On this episode of Speaking of College of Charleston, guest host Tom Cunneff interviews James London '07, owner and chef of Chubby Fish and the cocktail bar Seahorse in Charleston. London, a native of Charleston, discusses his journey from growing up fishing on Edisto Island to pursuing his career in fine dining after attending the College of Charleston. He talks about the impact of COVID-19 on his business and the creation of an outdoor dining space at Seahorse. London shares insights into his unique dock-to-table philosophy, the importance of relationships with local fishermen and farmers and his diverse culinary background. He also speaks about learning new things daily and teaching the next generation of chefs while reflecting on his restaurant's success, including multiple James Beard nominations and widespread acclaim. The interview concludes with stories of his formative years, influenced by his family's educational background and his fishing time, which shaped his passion for seafood cuisine. Featured on this episode James London, a Charleston native, came up cooking in barbecue and Southern restaurants in South Carolina. Upon enrolling at the College of Charleston Chef James decided to pursue his passion in food and began to work full time in fine dining restaurants while pursuing a double major at the College. Once he graduated he made the leap to New York City where he enrolled at The French Culinary Institute. After graduation James went on to work with Chef Josh Dechellis before becoming the Executive Chef at Niko, a fine dining Japanese Restaurant in Soho. After his time in New York, James ventured West to San Francisco where he led the kitchen at The Elite Café, a Creole restaurant in Pacific Heights. James eventually made it back to Charleston where he and his wife, Yoanna, opened Chubby Fish, a dock to table seafood concept that has taken the city by storm. Chubby Fish has garnered a Best New Restaurant nod from Bon Appetit, was ranked #7 Restaurant in the US from Food and Wine Magazine, and a James Beard finalist for Best Chef Southeast 2024. Resources from this episode: College of Charleston Alumni magazine winter issue 2025, interview with James London Chubby Fish Restaurant Seahorse James Beard Semifinalists 2025…

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The Best Irish Films and Books, According to Experts 40:23

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Send us a text On this episode of Speaking Of…College of Charleston, we have a great conversation with Joe Kelly , director of Irish and Irish American Studies and Colleen Glenn, director of film studies at the College about Irish books and movies. The colleagues first met playing softball with faculty from the English department and quickly became friends. They put their heads together and took a group of students to Ireland for a study abroad program, traveling from Dublin to Galway. “When we do those visits, the students follow our discussions of films, like In The Name of the Father and they're really able to see the landscape and the culture that inspired the movie they they saw on the big screen,” says Glenn. They recount trips around Ireland, emphasizing locations featured in Irish films such as Dublin, Galway, Connemara, and Belfast. Films discussed include The Quiet Man , Michael Collins and Banshees of Inisherin among others, illustrating the socio-political history and cultural identity of Ireland. The episode also touches on significant Irish cinematic movements and celebrates the storytelling legacy and literary richness of Irish culture. The way Kelly’s describes the landscape, and the novels are a clear indicator of his knowledge and love for the country. He’s an in-demand professor for a reason. “John Huston did a film version of The Dead , which is a very quiet story,” says Kelly. “And it ends with this beautiful scene where Gabriel Conroy is looking out the window at the snow falling onto the streets of Dublin and he imagines it falling across the mutinous Shannon waves and the bog of Allen and out onto the crooked crosses in the graveyard where Michael Furey lay buried. It's the most beautiful prose I've ever read and it's a absolutely beautiful 10 minutes of cinematography too.” Featured on this Episode: Joe Kelly, director of Irish and Irish American Studies at the College of Charleston, has been studying and writing about Irish literature since the 1990s, and in the last fifteen years he’s been writing narrative histories about American democracy. His next book, The Biggest Lie: A Hundred Years of American Fascism, 1818-1918, will be out this time next year. Colleen Glenn , director of film studies at the College, teaches courses on film history and American Cinema as well as special topics courses on topics like Irish Cinema & Hollywood Auteurs. In addition to co-editing an anthology on stardom, she has published on Frank Sinatra, Jimmy Stewart, and other film stars. Irish movies mentioned The Quiet Man (John Ford, 1952) The Crying Game (Neil Jordan, 1992) In the Name of the Father (Jim Sheridan, 1993) Michael Collins (Neil Jordan, 1996). The Wind That Shakes the Barley (Ken Loach, 2006 ’71 (Yann Demange, 2014). Hunger (Steve McQueen, 2008). The Field. (Jim Sheridan, 1990) **Banshees of Inisherin. (writ and dir by Martin McDonagh, 2022) Philomena (Stephen Frears, 2013) The Magdalene Sisters (Peter Mullen, 2002) Small Things Like These (Tim Mielants, 2024) (Claire Keegan wrote the book). Waking Ned Divine (Kirk Jones, 1998)- The Commitments (Alan Parker (ENGL), 1991). Once. Glen Hansard (John Carney, 2007). My Left Foot (Jim Sheridan, 1989).…

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Send us a text Fran Welch, dean of the School of Education, talks about the collaborations between the School of Education and local school districts. She also discusses attracting students into the teaching profession during difficult times. The host is Mike Robertson from University Communications.…

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