Research Conversations

On this episode of Research Conversations, Finn Mcconaghy sits down with our fearless leader, Dr. Dan Anderson, to talk through Dr. Anderson’s absolutely stacked resume. Tune in for a conversation about everything research can look like, how to get first-year college students interested in research, and the potential roles of AI in education and human...

In this special episode of Research Conversations, Host Samiha Bala is joined by UNC teaching professor Dr. Hilary Lithgow. Dr. Lithgow is the liaison between the English and Comparative Literature Department and the Office of Undergraduate Research, as well as the undergraduate advisor for the ECL major. On this episode, Dr. Lithgow and Samiha chat...

Brigit Pierce, who is both a member of the PITcasts and the managing editor of the journal, flexes her hosting muscles in this episode featuring another student researcher.  Akash Bhowmik joined us for a conversation about his article published in the Fall 2023 cycle of the PIT Journal. His research analyzed the themes of individualism,...

Introducing Emily Cancro, a student researcher with may passions, including popular culture. She joined Ayah Wahab, this episode’s host, for a conversation regarding her scholarship about Taylor Swifts “All Too Well” short film and the 10-minute version song.  Swift not only wrote the deeply personal song, but also showcased her talent as both the writer...

Let’s kickoff the first episode after Spring Break by introducing a newer addition to the PITcasts, Samiha Bala. She has been working in editing and now showcases her skills as the host of this episode. Benson Wang, who has a personal connection to his research, joins Samiha for a conversation regarding gun  control.  Tune in...

The Podcast committee is back again to talk about  new technology and how it affects students! This episode focuses on Chat GPT, an AI designed to mimic human writing. Since its launch in late 2022, the academic world has been debating how this tool can be used and it what capacity. Tune in to listen...

Introducing Bevin Adams, a student researcher majoring in Global Studies! Hosts Adesina Newkirk and Ayah Wahab lead the conversation about the Hallyu Wave, also known as the Korean Wave. Tune in to a discussion about Korean media, its rise in global popularity, how it compares to Western media, and why this cultural shift matters.

Not only does the PITcast do research, but it does current events as well! The Podcast committee comes together to analyze current events affecting students. The first topic on this show discusses Mike Pence! While he was on the campaign trail in the Spring of 2023, he made a stop at the University of North...

Introducing Ryleigh Bennett, our first student researcher of this show! Host Ethan Dahlke guides the conversation about her article published in the Spring 2023 cycle of the PIT Journal. Tune in for the discussion of geography, highway policy, Bluegrass music, and the “otherness” of the Appalachian Mountain Region.

In this episode, Host Dan Anderson interviews members of the PIT Journal Podcasting Staff.