Hypothesis

Hello Scholars! In the office today we have Dr. Xavier Small who is a counselor, pastor, and recent PhD graduate who is here to talk about mentorship, faith-based counseling, and what it means to be aware of your faith and still use your mind. For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com You can follow Dr. Small on: Podcast: The Martian Talk Podcast

Instagram: @unicorn.phd 

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Hello Scholars! Today I get to catch up with my old friend, Alan Herrera, who is a journalist and member of the Association of Foreign Press Correspondents in the USA. It’s a highly informative conversation about the future of journalism, why it’s so easy for us to rush into conspiracy, and the importance of media literacy. For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com Y...

Hello Scholars! Today is a deep conversation with Mannie Brown into how faculty, staff, and administration can best support university students, the ripple effect of COVID19 on students, and what the university system could look like in the future!  For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com You can follow Mannie Brown on: TikTok: @prof.envy and @emeraldenvyyy Instagram: @pro...

Hello Scholars! I had so much fun talking with Dr. Clementine Vann-Alexander! You won't want to miss this spirited discussion about postfeminism, how Hollywood writes female roles, and the deeper meanings behind makeover movies. Truly an amazing conversation! For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com You can follow Dr. Vann-Alexander on: TikTok: @clemmieishere Instagram: @clemmie...

Hello Scholars! Today is an exciting day in the office because I have Hassan Elzawy here to discuss the historical roots of Egyptology, what it’s like studying Egyptology as an Egyptian both in Egypt and the UK, and how colonialism affects the field of research. If you’re a fan of ancient Egypt, this episode is just for you! For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com Y...

Hello Scholars! Today in the office we are talking to Camren Lewin who is studying urban renewal in Knoxville, Tennessee, and its racist and classist roots. We discuss how city planning is touted to be for the benefit of those living in poor areas, but ultimately is used to gentrify and exclude the residents from the benefits of an updated neighborhood.

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh...

Hello Scholars! Shan Cawley is in the office today to help us dispel myths around life in West Virginia, explore what life is like for first generation low-income college students, and who knows, maybe Moth Man will show up! 

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Shan on: TikTok: @drfreakingidiot Instagram: @dr.idiot_

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Hello Scholars! Welcome back to my office! Today we have an exciting episode where myself and Dr. Moiya McTier discuss Galactic Bulges, the history of humans looking up at the stars and what all of that has to do with folklore!

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Dr. McTier on: TikTok: @goastromo Instagram: @goastromo YouTube:  ⁨@goastromo Website: www.moi...

Hello Scholars! Welcome back to my office! It's time for another episode and, with things the way they are in the world, Leia Bellinger is here to lend some insight into the trans experience, gender affirming care for young people, and what it means to explore gender expression. 

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Leia on: TikTok: @letgowithleia

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Hello Scholars! Welcome back to the office for another episode! Today I'm talking with Travis Hubbard about his research into the multiple Englishes that are spoken around the world. We discuss the ins and outs of Academic English, Mainstream English, Black English, etc., and how educational systems aren't allowing for the ebb and flow of language to change. 

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Hello Scholars! Welcome back to the office and boy is today's episode a doozy! We talk about the origins of the slave trade in the United States, the myths that have surrounded its origins, and explore the research of my guest, Kaelyn Apple, to work on rewriting the history books and figure out the real truth behind the stories.

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

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Hello Scholars! Welcome back to the office for this episode where I discuss the relationship of the legal system to young people. I speak with Mark Yin who is researching how children and young adults can be empowered to advocate for themselves and the ways in which criminal systems restrict their voices. 

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Mark on:

TikT...

Hello Scholars! Today's episode is an exploration of audio science and how decibel levels really affect our hearing with Demi Oshin. We also discuss the creation of new methodologies and ways to discuss new science, it's really fascinating!

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Demi on:

TikTok: @demiaoshin

Instagram: @demiaoshin

Substack: @demiaoshin

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Hello Scholars! Since it's election season, it seemed appropriate to take a closer look at what causes democracies to turn into autocracies and how that plays out across the globe. 

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Ana on:

TikTok: @phdinyappology

Substack: @phdinyappology

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TikTok: @thegayethnographer

Instagram: @hypothesispo...

Hello Scholars! Spooky Halloween! I promised a couple extra podcasts this month since we missed September, and here is the first! Nothing like a Halloween special to chill you to the bone! Danielle Garcia-Karr and I discuss Latinx literature and film, the importance of monsters as literary devices, and so much more!

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

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Hello Scholars! It's been a long month, but here we are, back in my office again! I'm so glad you're here to join my conversation with Jordon Millward as we discuss identity production in the classroom, equitable learning environments, and so much more!

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Jordon on:

TikTok: @askjordon

Instagram: @askjordonitd

YouTube:  ⁨@a...

Hello Scholars! After an extended break (oops) we're back in the office to talk to Dr. Mandie Koroi about homeschool co-ops, education accessibility, and finding new ways to create support networks before they are needed. 

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Dr. Koroi on:

TikTok: @lifewithdrmandie

Instagram: @dr_mandie_is_here

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Hello Scholars! Welcome back! I'm so ready for you to hear this conversation I had with Kelcey Anya about her PhD and public school systems. We dig into the history, cultural friction, and issues with gentrification in the public school system in the US.

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Kelcey on:

TikTok: @kelcey_anya

Instagram: @kelcey_anya

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Hello Scholars! It's time to explore some really fascinating ideas of decay, sculpture, and queerness and how museums and exhibitions deal with them. Ellie Botoman is an exciting new researcher looking into how the plants we grow and the ways we experience art can inform how we live our lives.

For the articles discussed in this episode, check out our Substack! iramcintosh.substack.com

You can follow Ellie on: 

TikTok: @ellie...