IWU professor Gabe Spalding is a Harvard-trained physicist who signs his emails, "All of us, together, make a difference." He celebrates Illinois Wesleyan's multi-talented students, keeps a comprehensive account of the career paths of physics graduates, and regales our hosts with the remarkable accomplishments of alumni past & present. Plus, quantum, explained. A tiny bit. Gabe Spalding, the B. Charles and Joyce Eichhorn Ames Professor of Physics at Illinois Wesleyan University, is joined by hosts Demetria Kalodimos '81 and Andy Kreiss '86.

Much-loved English professor Joanne Diaz joins hosts Demetria Kalodimos '81 and Andy Kreiss '86 to discuss Illinois Wesleyan's new Center for the Humanities, the Lawrence Prison Education Program she launched, the amazing work of her colleagues, and what else she's excited about on campus these days. Oh, and how Shakespeare is her boyfriend.

The inaugural episode of The 1850 Podcast: Inside Illinois Wesleyan welcomes President Sheahon Zenger, who reflects on his first two years leading Illinois Wesleyan University and what his vision is for the future. Zenger highlights the students, faculty and alumni whose accomplishments continue to exemplify the distinctive Titan community. He points to nationally recognized faculty members, undergraduate research opportunities and a campus culture that encourages students to participate deeply in what they do. Hosted by Demetria Kalodimos '81 and Andy Kreiss '86, this podcast offers listeners an inside look at the ideas, achievements and personalities that make the University unique.