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Armchair Scholars

by Brendan Byrne

Hello friends. Our names are Brendan and Nic, and we are seeking life long learning by having conversations with college professors. Did you have a teacher or professor that you wished could have their insights publicized? Maybe there was just a subject that you wish you had taken more time to get educated on. The information that professors share in the classroom is incredibly valuable, but it seems the synthesis of their life's work and insights comes out best in a long-form conversation. We hope you can learn and grow by listening, while having some fun along the way.

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Episodes

  1. The Trolley Problem | Moral Dilemma

    Would you like to see Brendan fumble with difficult scenarios? Well that is exactly what we have here for you. In this new side series, Brendan gets thrown in the hot seat while Nic asks him for his opinions on moral dilemmas. Today’s Moral Dilemma: THE TROLLEY PROBLEM There is a runaway trolley...

  2. Office Hours 028 | Migraine and Chronic Pain

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Kathy O'Shea. We reflect on the insights she shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/l03txjcivmU...

  3. Migraine and Literature | 028 Kathy O'Shea

    Kathleen O’Shea is professor of english at Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York, and a sufferer of migraines. The recipient of numerous teaching awards, she has also been published in The Greenwood Encyclopedia of World Popular Culture. Her book, So Much More Than a Headache:...

  4. Office Hours 027 | Jack of All Trades, Master of None?

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Keelah Williams, JD, PhD. We reflect on the insights she shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode:...

  5. Stereotypes and Why They Exist | 027 Keelah Williams, JD, PhD

    Keelah Williams, JD, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Psychology and Director Jurisprudence of Law and Justice Studies at Hamilton College. Her current research explores how the perception of threats and opportunities in the environment may shape stereotype content, punishment strategies, and…

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  6. Office Hours 026 | Ethical Decisions and Moral Dilemmas

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Christopher Gilbert, PhD. We reflect on the insights he shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode:...

  7. Making Ethical Decisions | 026 Christopher Gilbert, PhD

    Dr. Christopher Gilbert is an organizational development professional serving as a strategic facilitator and leadership and operations consultant. With an international clientele, he has accompanied profit and non-profit senior management and cross-functional levels of the Fortune 1000…

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  8. Office Hours | EP 025 Conscience, Societal Values and Life at Work

    On this episode, Nic and I discuss some of the topic that our on our mind since our last conversation with Richard Shell.

  9. The Conscience Code | 025 Richard Shell, JD

    G. Richard Shell is the Wharton School’s Thomas Gerrity Professor and a professor of Legal Studies & Business Ethics and Management. Over his 30-year career, he has won almost every teaching prize the Wharton School has to offer. He is also the director of Wharton’s Executive Negotiation Workshop...

  10. Office Hours | EP 024 Leadership, Mindfulness and Daily Life

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Latha Poonamallee, PhD. We reflect on the insights she shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode:...

  11. Expansive Leadership | 024 Latha Poonamallee, PhD

    A professor, researcher, tech entrepreneur, Fulbright Fellow, and thought leader on Management and Social Justice, Dr. Latha Poonamallee is Associate Professor, Chair of the Faculty of Management, and University Fellow at The New School in New York City. She is Co-Founder and CEO of In-Med...

  12. Office Hours 023 | Economic Disparity, Automation & the Tesla Bot

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Samuel Cohn, PhD. We reflect on the insights he shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/I5nPWhMSajo...

  13. All Societies Die | EP 023 Samuel Cohn, PhD

    Samuel Cohn is a Professor of Sociology at Texas A&M University. He is the Founder and First President of the American Sociological Association Section on Development. He received the American Sociological Association’s Jessie Barnard Award for the best book on gender. (Process of Occupational...

  14. Office Hours EP 022 | Diversity in Medicine, Being and Olympian and DEI in Business

    Welcome back everyone! In this 22nd edition of Office Hours we discuss our conversation with Heike and Virginia from Stanford Medical School. We also go into some current events and talk about Diversity Equity and Inclusion in business today. We hope you enjoy and we will see you in the next one!

  15. EP 022 | Virginia Hinostroza, MS & Heike Daldrup-Link, MD, PhD

    Heike Daldrup-Link, MD, PhD is a clinician-scientist in the Department of Radiology at Stanford University with subspecialisation in pediatric radiology, pediatric oncology imaging, and molecular imaging. Dr. Daldrup-Link trained at the University of Münster and the Technical University of…

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  16. Office Hours | EP 021

    Welcome back to Office Hours!! This week we discuss whats been on our mind since our conversation with Dr. Conroy-Beam. We hope you enjoy and we will see you next week for another interview! - Nic and Brendan

  17. EP 021 | Dan Conroy-Beam, PhD

    Dan Conroy-Beam is a professor of developmental and evolutionary psychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He received his B.S. in Psychology and his Ph.D. in Individual Differences and Evolutionary Psychology at The University of Texas at Austin where he worked closely with his...

  18. Office Hours | EP 020

    In this episode, we discuss the most recent interview about the book "Missing Each Other" and all the insights we had on our mind after our conversation. Check out the last episode with the full interview if you missed it. We hope you enjoy!

  19. EP 020 | Ashley Pallathra, MA & Edward Brodkin, MD

    Our guests today are Ashley Pallathra, M.A. and Edward Brodkin, M.D. They recently coauthored a book together entitled Missing Each Other: How to Cultivate Meaningful Connections. In this episode, we discuss their book, the 4 pillars of attunement and more! Ashley A. Pallathra, M.A. is a clinical...

  20. Office Hours | EP 019

    On this episode, Nic and I discuss some of the things on our mind after our last conversation with Dr. Debra Lieberman and other things that have come up since then. Enjoy!

  21. EP 019 | Debra Lieberman, PhD

    Our guest today is Debra Lieberman, PhD. She is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami. Her research aims to understand how evolution has shaped the social mind. To this end Dr. Lieberman applies theoretical tools from evolutionary biology to develop...

  22. Office Hours | EP 018

    In this edition of office hours we discuss our ongoing thoughts about our discussion with Ashanti Branch. We discuss the way we all have masks and how they come up in our lives in other ways (like the workplace).

  23. EP 018 | Ashanti Branch, M.Ed.

    Our guest today is Ashanti Branch, M.Ed. He is currently the founder and executive director of the Ever Forward Club. Mr. Branch, born and raised by a single mother on welfare in Oakland, California, took the road less traveled to get out of the ghetto and attended one of California’s premier...

  24. Too Literally | Ignorance is Bliss

    In this series we break down common phrases that seem to be generally accepted by most. Are there underlying meanings that we should be aware? Can these phrases have a larger impact on us than we think? We're curious, and we hope you are too! We think this can be a fascinating and insightful...

  25. Office Hours | EP 017

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Dr. Jaimie Krems, PhD. We reflect on the insights she shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts.

  26. EP 017 | Dr. Jaimie Krems, PhD

    We had an amazing discussion with Dr. Krems. She has so much passion. Is a genuinely fun person and we think your going to enjoy this conversation! Please connect with us on social media and we appreciate your time. -Team ACS

  27. Office Hours | EP 016

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Andrew Reiner. We reflect on the insights he shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode with Andrew Reiner here:...

  28. EP 016 | Andrew Reiner

    Andrew Reiner is a professor at Towson University, where he offers the seminar “Changing Face of Masculinity.” He has written on masculinity and men’s issues for the New York Times, Italy’s la Republica and the Washington Post Magazine, and his work has been featured on NPR and the Canadian...

  29. Office Hours | EP 015

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Dr. Jessica Matthews, DBH, MS, NBC-HWC. We reflect on the insights she shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode with Dr....

  30. EP 015 | Dr. Jessica Matthews, DBH, MS, NBC-HWC

    Dr. Jessica Matthews is associate professor and program director at Point Loma Nazarene University, where she created the Master of Kinesiology in Integrative Wellness program. She also serves as director of integrative health coaching at UC San Diego Health. There she leads the development,...

  31. Office Hours | EP 014

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Dr. Joshua Ackerman, PhD. We reflect on the insights she shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode with Dr. Ackerman here:...

  32. EP 014 | Dr. Joshua Ackerman, PhD

    Dr. Joshua Ackerman, PhD is a an associate professor of psychology and marketing at the University of Michigan. He was also an associate professor of marketing at MIT Sloan School of Management. RESEARCH INTERESTS: My research explores the role that adaptive psychological mechanisms play in...

  33. Check in Chat with Nic and Brendan

    Its Brendans Birthday. :O Nic asks Brendan a few hard hitting life questions. Thank you for joining us for this quick episode between our last interview and our upcoming. We had such an in depth conversation in our last interview that we felt this week would be good to have a quick chat in...

  34. EP 013 | Dr. Aaron Belkin, PhD - Part 2

    Thanks for tuning into part 2 of our conversation! In this episode, we discuss "Take Back the Court." In our first conversation (EP 011) with Dr. Belkin, we spoke about the Palm Center and the Transgender Military Ban. EP 011 Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcnWND3OxEI Aaron Belkin, PhD...

  35. Moral Dilemma | Mine Accident

    Would you like to see Brendan fumble with difficult scenarios? Well that is exactly what we have here for you. In this side series, Brendan gets thrown in the hot seat while Nic asks him for his opinions on moral dilemmas. If you enjoy this segment, drop a like and let us know in the comments! We...

  36. Office Hours | EP 012

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Dr. Rachel Brenner, PhD. We reflect on the insights she shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode:...

  37. EP 012 | Dr. Rachel Brenner, PhD

    Dr. Rachel Brenner, PhD is a an assistant professor of psychology at Colorado State University. Her research primarily examines how people respond to distress and how these responses impact mental and physical health. Her focus is on how best to measure clinically-relevant constructs such as...

  38. Fake it Till You Make It | Too Literally 002

    In this series we break down common phrases that seem to be generally accepted by most. Are there underlying meanings that we should be aware? Can these phrases have a larger impact on us than we think? We're curious, and we hope you are too! We think this can be a fascinating and insightful...

  39. Office Hours | EP 011

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Dr. Aaron Belkin, PhD. We reflect on the insights he shared, and go on some tangents about personal anecdotes. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode:...

  40. EP 011 | Dr. Aaron Belkin, PhD

    Aaron Belkin, PhD serves as professor of political science at San Francisco State University, where he teaches a lecture course on delusion and paranoia in American politics. Prior to his arrival at State, he was an associate professor of political science at University of California, Santa…

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  41. Office Hours | EP 010

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Dr. C. Malik Boykin, PhD. We discuss mentorship, algorithm bias, and more as we reflect on the insights he shared. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts. Full Episode:...

  42. EP 010 | Dr. C. Malik Boykin, PhD

    Dr. C. Malik Boykin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cognitive, Linguistic, and Psychological Sciences (CLPS) at Brown University. Malik received his doctorate in Social and Personality Psychology from UC Berkeley, his M.A. in Social-Organizational Psychology from Teachers College,...

  43. Stand Up For What You Believe In | Too Literally 001

    Welcome to our new segment! In this series we break down common phrases that seem to be generally accepted by most. Are there underlying meanings that we should be aware? Can these phrases have a larger impact on us than we think? We're curious, and we hope you are too! We think this can be a...

  44. Office Hours | EP 009

    Welcome Back! In this episode, we share our thoughts on our conversation with Dr. Jessie Hoffman, PhD, RD. We discuss nutrition, diet, and the societal and cultural impact on health. We hope these discussions provoke curiosity and your own thoughts.

  45. EP 009 | Dr. Jessie Hoffman, PhD, RD

    In this Episode, we talk nutritional sciences, diet, and gut health with Dr. Jessie Hoffman, PhD, RD. Dr. Hoffman is a nutrition scientist and registered dietitian. She is also an assistant professor at Winthrop University. You can read more about Dr. Hoffman and check out her "Positive Nutrition...

  46. Office Hours | EP 008

    In this episode Nic and Brendan discuss what we thought about our conversation with Dr. Courtney Tracy, LCSW, PsyD. We talk mental health, psychology, anxiety and more! Full episode with Dr. Tracy here: https://youtu.be/ql4wbIl4OlE Connect with us on social media @armchairscholars Instagram:...

  47. Best of 2020 | Armchair Scholars Podcast

    Happy New Year! This compilation features our favorite clips from our first 9 episodes in 2020. We have had an amazing experience thus far, and are excited to continue sharing our conversations with professors in hopes that their insights can be helpful for you. PODCAST CLIPS: 00:50 - 001 | Dr....

  48. EP 008 | Dr. Courtney Tracy, LCSW, PsyD

    In this Episode, we talk mental health and psychology with Courtney Tracy, LCSW, PsyD. Dr. Tracy, who is known as the "Truth Doctor" on social media, She is the host of a top mental health podcast. Check it out anywhere you get your podcast. Podcast: YOUR UNCONSCIOUS IS SHOWING Dr. Tracy has...

  49. Office Hours | EP 007

    On this edition of Office Hours, Nic and Brendan discuss a few of the topics from their last interview with Dr. Coget (EP 007). Some fo the topics include leadership styles, Conflict and dealing with conflict, we go down our typical tangents and tease some upcoming content. Please enjoy!

  50. EP 007 | Dr. Jean-Francois Coget, PhD

    In this Episode, we talk leadership and company culture with Jean-Francois Coget, PhD. Dr. Coget joined Sonoma State University as Dean of the School of Business and Economics in July, 2020. Prior to that, he served for 14 years at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo as Associate Dean, Chair of the...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Hello friends. Our names are Brendan and Nic, and we are seeking life long learning by having conversations with college professors. Did you have a teacher or professor that you wished could have their insights publicized? Maybe there was just a subject that you wish you had taken more time to get educated on. The information that professors share in the classroom is incredibly valuable, but it seems the synthesis of their life's work and insights comes out best in a long-form conversation. We hope you can learn and grow by listening, while having some fun along the way.

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Brendan Byrne

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