The Everyday Scholar

Reading works of literature considered rebellious and “outside the canon” of the time period can provide immense cultural insight. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Jaclyn Fowler talks to professor and author Dr. Jennifer Fisch-Ferguson about the semi-autographical book, “Our Nig” by Harriet Wilson published in 1853, but only uncovered in 1996. Learn what this book reveals about sexuality, religion, race, enslavement and more. 

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Hiring managers and HR professionals often have misconceptions about the value veterans and military servicemembers can bring to an organization. In this episode, Dr. Bjorn Mercer talks to veteran and speaker, Wes O’Donnell, about the three most common myths about veterans. Learn about the benefits of military service, how to translate military skills to the civilian workforce, and much more.

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Hear from graduates and faculty members as they celebrate the classes of 2020, 2021, 2022!

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Song lyrics are powerful and transformative. In this episode, Dr. Jackie Fowler talks to APU professor and author L.K. Silva about the song lyrics of Lady Gaga and Sam Smith. Learn how songs can promote self-acceptance and the acceptance of others regardless of differences.

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What is digital wellbeing and why is it so important in today’s world? In this episode, Dr. Bjorn Mercer talks to APU communications professor Nicole Rothenay about how to manage a healthy technology relationship. Learn how to monitor and moderate use of digital devices, apps and tools to help bring awareness about usage, and how digital wellbeing is directly tied to overall health and wellbeing. 

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What are social media influencers and what role to they play in marketing? In this episode, Dr. Bjorn Mercer talks to APU communications professor Dr. Amanda McClain about the growth of social media influencers. Learn about the influence of these parasocial relationships, how someone becomes a social media influencer, how they make money, and the difficulties of being a content creator.

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History provides significant perspective, especially regarding conflicts. In this episode, Dr. Bjorn Mercer talks to professor and retired Marine Dr. Larry Parker about the war in Ukraine. Learn about the history of the region and hear why, from the Russian’s perspective, Ukraine is so desirable.

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Fascism as a concept has existed since there have been humans. The word was applied more specifically with the advent of fascism in the 20th century, but the roots go back thousands of years. In this episode, Dr. Bjorn Mercer talks to APU’s Dr. Terrence Threadwell about the legacy of Plato’s “The Republic” and fascism throughout history.

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In this episode, Dr. Jackie Fowler talks to APU English professor and author L.K. Silva about Maya Angelou’s poem, “Phenomenal Woman.” Learn how this poem applies to the challenges women face today, the importance of self-confidence among everyone, women and men alike, and why it’s so important to build a world of inclusivity to lift all.

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On this episode, Dr. Bjorn Mercer talks to Dr. Jaclyn Fowler, Department Chair of APU’s English Department, about the Russo-Ukrainian War and how it compares to the way the Soviet Union was run during the Cold War.

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