The New Professor

In episode 40, Ryan takes a break from summer vacation to talk about... summer vacation, the psychology of vacations, and instructional time throughout the year.

In episode 39, it's all about self-reflection and some tools, exercises, and tips to do it honestly.

In episode 38, Ryan speaks to four wonderful people — Kate Sonka, Tina Rettler-Pagel, Keegan Long-Wheeler, and Veronica Armour — about their work and experience that led them to the OLC Innovate 2019 conference in Denver. Four for the price of one! (Which is $0.)

In episode 37, Ryan fights the urge to complain and instead focuses on a few of the things he loves about online education. Also, there's toast.

In episode 36, Ryan briefly discusses why sometimes producing nothing is better than producing something. Also irony.

In episode 35, Ryan walks you through the evolution of his audio setup, demonstrates what effects each piece of equipment has, and tests the range of microphones he's used.

In episode 34, Ryan talks about striking a balance in your life, spinning plates, and the circus.

In episode 33, Ryan catches up with Ben Scragg, a college buddy who also just happens to work just up the road at ASU as the Lead Design Strategist in the Teachers College. They talk about everything from the color of Band-Aids to the upcoming OLC Innovate conference in Denver.

In episode 32, Ryan has the tremendous pleasure of speaking with Nicci Ainuu, the Administrative Services Manager at UA's THINKTANK, a hub for academic support for students across the University of Arizona. They talk about the services it provides, how you can benefit from it or even become a tutor, yourself, and the importance of catching up on cancelled television shows.

In episode 31 and the beginning of season four, Ryan welcomes everyone back for a brand new year and semester with some tips and tricks on how to make it the best one yet, gives some advice on how to get over those new-class nerves, and tells you a secret.