This week, Coplin interviews Robert ("Bob") Watson, a Policy Studies alumnus and long-time colleague of Coplin. Bob has been the CEO of several companies, his most notable being Juvare, an emergency relief and response company with a notable clientele, such as the U.S Department of Defense. Bob reviews his journey to the top, which was not necessarily linear but always about caring for others. Listen now.

Coplin sits down with policy studies alum Derek Wallace, Co-Founder and CEO of Kalamata’s Kitchen. In this episode, Derek touches on the skills he finds critical to success. He talks about his time in the policy studies program, the difference between a goal and a vision, and how he has developed into the entrepreneur he is today.

For more, check out Kalamata's Kitchen at https://www.kalamataskitchen.com/

People skills are the most important skills for personal and professional success, which is why "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie is the 8th most-read book in the NYC Public Library and was ranked the 7th most influential book in American History by the U.S Congress in 2013. Coplin's students are required to practice Dale Carnegie principles to develop their communications and people skills, so you should too! Listen now.

Dale Carnegie principles mentioned:  

#1 Don’t Criticize, Condemn or Complain

#2 Give Honest and Sincere Appreciation

#3 Arouse in a Person an Eager Want

#4 Become Genuinely Interested in Other People  

#5 Talk in Terms of the Other Person's  Interest

Parents should do the right thing in helping their children graduate college with a viable career path. In this episode, Coplin offers his advice to parents of college or high school students as a professor, father, and grandfather.  He describes do’s and don’ts in seeking a balance between discipline and independence, and so much more. Listen now.

Since graduating from Syracuse University's policy studies program in 2020, Whitney has taken on the consulting world as a true Coplinite. In this episode, she talks about the skills she gained during her time with Coplin, and the skills necessary to succeed as a consultant. She is an integreter and enthusiastic about her craft, so listen for advice, reflection, and a Coplin-to-student reunion.

Technology is everywhere, which is what makes it so important. Coplin speaks with Jeff Rubin, Professor of Practice at Syracuse University's iSchool and founder & CEO of SIDEARM Sports. Rubin is best known by Policy Studies students for teaching IST 195, or Information Technologies, a class Coplin has sent many students to over the years. Rubin and Coplin agree on a lot of things, especially that technological skills are crucial to success in all careers. Rubin explains what he teaches and why it matters. Listen now.

Coplin reunites with former student Ryan Balton, who Coplin refers to as his worst Policy Studies student. This isn't because Ryan wasn't one of my favorite students, but because he focused his time in Newhouse and managing Citrus TV to pursue a career that worked for him. As a distinguished camera operator, Ryan has traveled the country with various famous artists and TV shows. However, he credits most of his success to the skills he learned during his time in Policy Studies. Listen now to hear what skills have helped him, and how he became a successful freelance Filmer.

Coplin takes the hot seat to answer our 'W' questions topped off with the 'How can we help you?' Rebecca Edelman goes back to her journalism roots to force Coplin to say something worth hearing ... listen now to hear all things Coplin!

Coplin sits down with one of his biggest fans, Rebecca Edelman, former SU student from 20+ years ago, who apparently ‘divorced’ him then but has now reached out to renew their supposed vows. Rebecca's unorthodox journey from the dungeon of the cable newsroom to financial services explains why she still listens to Coplin; a reunion you don't want to miss...

Coplin sits down with defense attorney Bill Fletcher, who is an SU policy studies alum. Today, Bill Fletcher works for Steptoe & Johnson LLP, where he defends people accused of white-collar crimes and does some good on the side working pro-bono cases. The two Bills discuss the usefulness (or lack thereof) of law school depending on your career path, the skills necessary for being a lawyer, and the impact of the policy studies program. Listen now.