SNHU Agents of Change Podcast

SNHU Agents of Change Podcast

Join us as learners and professionals share their stories on topics dealing with inclusion and diversity, educational and professional success, and their learning experiences.

Episodes

September 24, 2025 26 mins

Advocating for Underrepresented Voices: Interview with SNHU graduate Dr. Zaibis Muñoz-Isme on Latina leadership and overcoming barriers in higher education executive roles.  Guset Host: Ron Pedro.

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Lasting Equality in New Hampshire: Civil and Human Rights of Children and Adults with Disabilities. Interview with SNHU graduate Dr. Louis Esposito, who earned both his undergraduate degrees and his recent Ed.D. from Southern New Hampshire University, on how students with autism develop positive identities through inclusive educational transitions to higher education. Special Guest Host: Ronald Pedro...

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Curbing Violence: The Therapeutic Intervention Model feat. Dr. Mary Hinson. In this episode, we explore transparent discussions about a societal phenomenon where many men are expected to remain emotionally distant. We discover how Dr. Hinson is helping communities reimagine what a healthy connection looks like — introducing Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) in ways that are not only culturally sensitive but also transformative.

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Education in Crisis: Understanding the Opioid Epidemic's Impact - An Interview with Dr. Kathy Welby, a 2019 SNHU Ed.D. graduate and currently an assistant professor at Merrimack College and a Zampell Faculty Fellow - explores how the opioid crisis impacts schools, students, and educators. Special Guest Host: Ron Pedro. 

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Beyond the Numbers: Rethinking How We Value Women's Work. Interview with SNHU Psychology student Greer Pohl, whose winning essays can be read here: https://penmenreview.com/one-action-for-all-accelerating-womens-equality-together/     Host: Dr. Laman Tasch 

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Season 5 Episode 11 focuses on how one woman's unwavering pursuit of education transformed her life from Afghanistan to an American university. Host: Dr. Laman Tasch 

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Beyond Borders: Healing Across the Frontlines feat. Dr. David Olges, a two-time recipient of the American Counseling Association’s prestigious Kitty Coles Human Rights Award, shares groundbreaking insights on mental health counseling in Ukraine during an active war. This episode explores Dr. Olge's work creating the first-ever international conflict-zone mental health model and how it's now being app...

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Women's Leadership in the 21st Century: Part 2 of the interview Jhenise Cochrane, a SNHU alumni and an author of the book titled Becoming an Effective Leader. A Leadership Guide and Journal (https://becominganeffectiveleader.co/) . Summary: This podcast episode explores the complex landscape of women's leadership, examining the unique challenges, distinctive strengths, and transformative potential of women in leadership roles while...

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Grammy Award Artist Kabaka Pyramid shares his perspectives on the roots and rhythms of Caribbean Black History. Special Guest Interviewer: Southern New Hampshire University PenMen Winner & Alumni Nacyllia Chambers. Edited by Tom Anastasi. Host & Director: Dr. Hector R. Garcia 

 

             Kabaka Pyramid 

Kabaka Pyramid, born Keron Salmon, is a Grammy Award-winning Rastafarian lyricist kno...

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In this special Black History Month podcast, Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) Office of Diversity & Inclusion, Program Manager Jen Torres, discusses antiblackness in the LatinX community. Guest interviewers: SNHU Penmen Award-winning student Samantha Spearin and SNHU alumni student Racquel Becknel. Producer: SNHU Student Kenya Miller Robinson. Edited by Racquel Becknel. Director & Host: Dr. Hector R. Garcia. 

 

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In this special 2025 Black History Month podcast, the Honorable Jaime Harrison, 2024-2025 Chairman of the U.S. Democratic National Committee, provides his personal reflections on the importance of Black History in the U.S. This podcast also features SNHU student and PenMen Award Winner Ana Duarte who serves as the guest interviewer for this podcast. Director: Dr. Laman Tasch. 

 

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Leading Tomorrow: Building Leadership Skills in University. Part 1. Interview with Jhenise Cochrane, an SNHU alumni and an author of the book titled Becoming an Effective Leader. A Leadership Guide and Journal (https://becominganeffectiveleader.co/).  Host: Laman Tasch

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Part III, "Supporting Students Experiencing Domestic Abuse,": Guests discuss various definitions of domestic abuse, power dynamics, and myths to provide strategies for supporting affected learners.

Hosts: Laman Tasch & Dr. Amanda Dolan. Guests: Dr. Caroline Perjessy (Clinical Faculty, Counseling Program), Dr. Shauna Moore-Reynolds (Clinical Faculty, Counseling Program), Beth Anderson (Associate Director of the Deborah L. Coffin...

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Breaking Barriers, Part II, “Empowered Connections: Unlocking Healthy Relationships,” explores how early education about healthy relationships shapes future decisions, empowers women, impacts power dynamics, and dispels myths surrounding abusive relationships, ultimately contributing to personal well-being and success. Director/Producer: Laman Tasch; Host: Dr. Amanda Dolan (Senior Instructional Designer, Learning Design Team); Gues...

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This series will explore how higher education can support and empower survivors. Through expert insights and inspiring stories, we examine challenges, highlight solutions, and showcase education's transformative power in rebuilding lives and fostering resilience.

Part I “Defining The Invisible: Domestic Abuse 1:1” explores common misconceptions, societal factors, langu...

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Inside Jonestown: Stephan G. Jones, Son of the Rev. Jim Jones, Speaks on Family, Faith, and Survival - In this episode, Stephan G. Jones opens up about his childhood growing up with the Rev. Jim Jones, his experiences in the Jonestown cult, the devastating events of its tragic end, and his path to understanding, healing, and survival after the unfathomable losses in Jonestown.  Host: Dr. Hector R. Garcia; Special Guest Interviewer ...

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Presentation by Dr.Laman Tasch, Dr. Tom Anastasi, Prof. Jeremy Pedigo, and ASHU Director of AI Operations David Humphreys. In this presentation, Dr. Laman Tasch, Dr. Tom Anastasi, Prof. Jeremy Pedigo, and SNHU Director of AI Operations David Humphreys discuss what everyone needs to know to be savvy voters in an age when artificial intelligence increasingly influences the information available to us. If you are interested in the lin...

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Interview with US Air Force veteran Adam Gubitosi about supporting military students in their transition to civilian careers.  Host: Dr. Laman Tasch.

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In this exclusive podcast episode, incoming Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) President Lisa Marsh Ryerson discusses her vision for the future of SNHU.  Host: Dr. Hector R. Garcia; Producer and Editor: Megan Smith. 

SNHU President Dr. Lisa Marsh Ryerson 

 

Host: Dr. Hector R. Garcia 

 

Producer and Editor: Megan Smith

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Interview with Allison Cohen, a Senior Applied Projects Manager at Mila Quebec within AI for Humanity Team. For more information about their work, please visit Applied Projects | Mila.    Host: Dr. Laman Tasch. 

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