Theresa Canada: The latest research by Dr. Theresa Canada, an associate professor of Education at WestConn, found that parents of pre-school children have sophisticated ideas – and demands – regarding teacher skills and performance. School districts could improve if they listen more to parents, Canada says.

Marilyn Turkovich, the Executive Director of The Charter for Compassion International, is our guest for this episode.

Jennifer Tejada, Police Chief of Emeryville, California (and Marin County’s first female chief of police), is our guest for this podcast episode. We discuss how the combination of mindful meditation and law enforcement training creates more effective, compassionate, and resilient police officers. Chief Tejada helps us write the “ticket” about mindful policing.

Joe Loth, the coach of the WCSU Football Team, talks about the Colonials’ great season so far, as well as all the things he worries about before every game. Plus Bharbara returns to talk up some events on campus...

Dr. James Schmotter, the former President of Western Connecticut State University (2004-2015), is this week’s guest. Our show weaves the threads of education, economics, innovation, and compassion together in ways that reflect Jim’s careers and passions in life.

Are you feeling stressed? Listen to the calm tones of Dr. Brian Luke Seaward, an internationally known expert in stress management as he describes how you can achieve a healthy approach to life.

Paul talks WCSU Homecoming, Tiesto and apple cider making with Bharbara Moraes-Viegas, the VP of student relations for the WCSU Student Government Association.

Jane Davis, the President and CEO of Ability Beyond, is the guest for this episode. We explore a purpose driven life where people come first through Jan’s work at Ability Beyond, a company that provides job training and placement for people with disabilities. If you are interested in what makes a determined, devoted, and meaningful life, then you’re in for a treat.

The WCSU Women’s Basketball Team won national Top 10 honors for their grades last year. Coach Kim Rybczyk and two players discuss what it takes to be scholar-athletes, and give us a glimpse of the upcoming season. In a new segment, Paul talks WCSU events with Bharbara Moraes-Viegas, the VP of student relations for the WCSU Student Government Association.

You have seen Wendell Minor’s illustrations in books and you can see his work in person at the WCSU art gallery starting Sept. 25. In this podcast, Minor discusses how he became a world-renowned illustrator, and what he does to stay that way.

Dr. John B. Clark, president of Western Connecticut State University, discusses student success, affordability of higher ed, and how his own experiences and background help him lead the university.