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EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 44 MIN

Episode 18 - Staying Present: Dr. Bobby Vaziri on Teaching, Engagement, and Balance

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In this episode of The CFI Faculty Lounge Podcast, host Eric Magrum talks with Dr. Bobby Vaziri from JMU’s College of Business. Dr. Vaziri shares his transition from industry to academia, inspired by his father’s career and great mentors along the way.  Listen in as Dr. Vaziri discusses:  How humor, real-world examples, and presence help create inclusive classrooms  Why Success Workshops are making a difference in student engagement and stress reduction  How songwriting, fitness, and rest fuel his personal and professional growth  His advice for staying grounded: focus less on the rush, and more on the journeySubscribe to the Podcast listserv!CFI Faculty Lounge Podcast would love hearing from you! Do you have a question for our guests, a teaching tip to share, or a story about faculty life? Send us a message by clicking on this text. Your message might make it into a future episode.

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In this episode of The CFI Faculty Lounge Podcast, host Eric Magrum talks with Dr. Bobby Vaziri from JMU’s College of Business. Dr. Vaziri shares his transition from industry to academia, inspired by his father’s career and great mentors along the way. Listen in as Dr. Vaziri discusses: How humor, real-world examples, and presence help create inclusive classrooms Why Success Workshops are making a difference in student engagement and stress reduction How songwriting,...

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