Providence College Podcast
373 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThe Providence College Podcast features interviews with interesting members of the Friar Family. These in-depth conversations with PC students, Dominicans, faculty, staff, and alumni provide a rich look into the lives of noteworthy Friars. Occasionally we will also bring you on-campus lectures and presentations. Go Friars!
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Opening and Blessing of the Center at Moore Hall
December 11, 2017 03:54 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this podcast, hear remarks from the formal opening and blessing of the Center at Moore Hall, which was renovated as part of the College’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Speakers include Rafael Zapata, associate vice president for institutional diversity and chief diversity officer; College President Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. ’80; trustees Duane M. Bouligny ’94 and Andre E. Owens ’85; and Phionna-Cayola Claude ’18, the first student of color to be elected president of ...
Garrett Gamez '19 - Overcoming Obstacles
December 04, 2017 02:35 - 29 minutes - 27 MBThis episode of the Providence College Podcast with former PC men’s hockey player and current student assistant coach, Garrett Gamez ’19, was streamed live on YouTube and Facebook on November 30. Gamez discusses his journey from prized hockey recruit, with dreams of playing in the NHL, to being forced to retire for medical reasons. To watch the video broadcast of this episode, find it on PC's Facebook (Facebook.com/providencecollege) and PC’s news site, http://prov.ly/2BxIxpT.
John Sweeney '15P & '19P - Campus Construction and Renovation
November 27, 2017 01:27 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode, we welcome back John Sweeney '15P & '19P, senior vice president of finance and business and chief financial officer, our first repeat guest on the Providence College Podcast. He gives an in-depth analysis of the recent construction projects that have changed the landscape of PC's campus. Sweeney also discusses the projects that are currently underway and what effect they will have on PC students and faculty. Follow these campus improvements by visiting www.providence...
Rev. James F. Quigley, O.P. ’60 - The Power of Gratitude
November 20, 2017 04:39 - 9 minutes - 8.96 MBIn this episode of the Providence College Podcast, Rev. James F. Quigley, O.P. ’60, associate chaplain of the National Alumni Association, gives a meditation on the power of gratitude. With Thanksgiving upon us, Father Quigley reminds us of the power of reflection and introspection as we prepare to give thanks to those who have blessed our lives.
Craig Belhumeur '11 - Career Pivots and Side Hustles
November 13, 2017 02:08 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBCraig Belhumeur '11 always believed that he would have a career in sports. When he set foot on PC's campus, he dedicated himself to that goal only to realize, four years later, that the sports world wasn't for him. In this episode, Belhumeur talks about how he turned a side hustle into a career in website development and multi-channel marketing, how to make the most of the PC alumni network, and how he knew when to make a pivot in his career.
Joseph DeStefano '52 - A Veteran's Journey from the Pacific to Providence
November 06, 2017 03:26 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBThis week, we are fortunate to talk with World War II veteran Joseph DeStefano '52. DeStefano entered the Navy division of the Army in 1943 and served until 1946. In that time, he served throughout the Pacific helping to secure various islands and defeat the Japanese. After leaving the army, he enrolled at Providence College, played college basketball and baseball, and began his career in education. In this episode, DeStefano talks about what he learned in the army, the advice he giv...
Paul Tremblay ’93 – From Fractions to Fiction (Rebroadcast)
October 30, 2017 02:57 - 42 minutes - 39 MBIn honor of Halloween, we are releasing a re-broadcast of our episode featuring a master of horror and award-winning author Paul Tremblay '93. Tremblay won the Massachusetts Book Award in 2016 for his fifth novel, “A Head Full of Ghosts” — a book so frightening that Stephen King tweeted that it scared even him. In this episode, we talk to the author and AP calculus teacher at St. Sebastian’s School in Needham, Mass., about how he went from a master’s degree in math to writing fict...
Aura Rexach '20 and Gabriela Short '18 — The Effects of Hurricane Maria
October 23, 2017 03:29 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBAs natives of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Aura Rexach '20 and Gabriela Short '18 experienced the devastating effect of Hurricane Maria from the security of Providence College. In this episode, they discuss what it was like to communicate with family members during and after the storm, the effect Maria had on their communities, and and their emotional response to being safe while their family and friends were in harm's way.
Jeremy Duffy '93 - A Passion for Beer
October 16, 2017 01:55 - 40 minutes - 37 MBJeremy Duffy '93, co-founder and partner at Isle Brewers Guild, has always had an entrepreneurial mindset. Before starting Isle Brewers Guild (IBG), Duffy was a partner and led business development efforts for one of the largest independently owned marketing communications agencies in New England, Duffy & Shanley, Inc. In this episode, we talk about why he left a great job to start a new venture, what kind of work that career change requires, and how passion played a part in all of h...
Sean Walsh ’03 – Life in a Dream Job
October 09, 2017 02:18 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBFor members of Red Sox Nation, October provides a sense of hope and possibility of a deep playoff run. For Sean Walsh ’03, assistant director of client services for the Boston Red Sox, it is another opportunity to work with avid Red Sox fans as they help will their team to victory. In this episode, Walsh talks about his rise from a three-month temporary employee to a 14-year (and counting) career with a premium sports franchise. We also discuss what his advice for fellow Friars pursu...
Margot Royer-Johnson and Jenae Alderson '20: Women's Volleyball
October 02, 2017 13:13 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBIn this episode, we are joined by two people who are helping lead women's volleyball to a scorching hot start to the season: Head coach Margot Royer-Johnson and Jenae Alderson '20. They talk about the importance of being hyper-focused on the details of the sport, managing the mental and emotional swings from point to point, and staying focused on improvement when you are in a winning streak.
Phionna-Cayola Claude ’18 – Leading, Learning, and Embracing the Unknown
September 25, 2017 01:27 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode of the PC Podcast, we are joined by Phionna-Cayola Claude ’18, the first woman of color to serve as president of Student Congress. There is much more to Claude than her student government involvement. In our conversation, she talks about the one thing she would change about her PC experience, the importance of embracing the unknown, her plans for the future of the college, and her goal that every student on campus has a chance to be heard.
Dr. Sharon Ann Murphy – Living for History
September 18, 2017 01:39 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBDr. Sharon Ann Murphy, professor of history, is an expert on banking and insurance in the 19th and 20th century America. In this episode, we talk about the one characteristic that separates the best students she has had from the rest, the Wild West nature of the early American banking system, and her BIG EAST roots.
Dr. Templer and Keith Lee ’18 – Cutting-edge Research on Memory
September 11, 2017 01:41 - 52 minutes - 48 MBThis week, we are joined by Dr. Victoria Templer, assistant professor of psychology and principal investigator in the neuroscience & animal cognition lab, and Keith Lee ’18. They, along with other students, completed an incredible research study this year that showed that rats possess “metamemory” — meaning that, in some situations, they are aware of what they don’t know. In this episode, we dive into what the study means for humans and animals, and how this type of hands-on lab work...
Rick Cordella '99 - Digital Sports Media Maven
September 04, 2017 01:50 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Rick Cordella '99, executive vice president and general manager of digital media for NBC Sports Group. Cordella discusses how his career started by following his passion for sports with a start-up in fantasy sports. We also discuss how he develops products and teams for all aspects of NBC Sports Group Digital, which consists of Playmaker Media, NBC Sports Gold, NBCSports.com, NBCOlympics,com, Rotoworld.com, ProFootballTalk and the NBC Sports, NBC Spo...
Dr. Sheila Adamus Liotta – Sciences, the Liberal Arts, and Building for the Future
August 28, 2017 02:18 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Dr. Sheila Adamus Liotta, associate professor of chemistry and dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. Adamus Liotta, a member of the PC faculty since 1993, discusses the development, impact, and structure of the upcoming science complex addition and renovation. We also discuss about the role of the sciences in the liberal arts and why a primarily undergraduateinstitution is a good destination for student research.
Karen Vargas – Reaching Out to Prospective Students
August 21, 2017 01:59 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBKaren Vargas, the associate dean of admission for multicultural recruitment at Providence College, has guided students through the college admissions process for 15 years. In this episode, she details how students and their parents should communicate with admissions staffers at college fairs, high school visits, or through email and phone calls. Vargas also describes PC's multicultural recruitment and why she remains a resource for students long after they enroll at PC.
Paul Tremblay ’93 – From Fractions to Fiction
August 14, 2017 02:49 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBHorror writer Paul Tremblay ’93 won the Massachusetts Book Award in 2016 for his fifth novel, “A Head Full of Ghosts” — a book so frightening that Stephen King tweeted that it scared even him. In this episode, we talk to the author and AP calculus teacher at St. Sebastian’s School in Needham, Mass., about how he went from a master’s degree in math to writing fiction, his analytical approach to the writing process, and his advice for younger authors.
Rev. Peter Martyr Yungwirth, O.P. — The life of a Dominican
August 07, 2017 01:50 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Rev. Peter Martyr Yungwirth, O.P., Providence College’s chaplain. We talk about his transition from engineering student to candidate for the priesthood; student involvement and peer ministry; and the feast day of St. Dominic, which is celebrated on August 8.
Bob Driscoll - A Vision for Success (Rebroadcast)
July 31, 2017 01:17 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBThe Providence College Podcast is one year old! To celebrate, we’re re-airing one of our most popular episodes, featuring Robert G. Driscoll, Jr., associate vice president and athletic director. Driscoll has helped make PC’s athletic program a national power. The College is in an unrivaled period of success, thanks in part to his leadership. In this episode, Driscoll details his athletic background, his experience moving from small schools to high-level athletic programs, what he l...
Sam Lopes and Bridget Hillsman ’17 – Developing and Maintaining a Successful Culture (Part 2)
July 24, 2017 02:09 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this second episode of a two-part series of the Providence College Podcast with Sam Lopes, women’s soccer coach, and graduate assistant and former player, Bridget Hillsman ’17, we take a deep dive into the post-concussion syndrome that stopped Hillsman’s collegiate soccer career before it formally began. Her symptoms nearly caused her to leave PC, but instead, Hillsman became a valuable member of the team. We also discuss the three pillars of Lopes’ coaching philosophy, how the co...
Sam Lopes and Bridget Hillsman ’17 – Developing and Maintaining a Successful Culture (Part I)
July 17, 2017 01:32 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode of the Providence College Podcast, we are joined by Sam Lopes, women’s soccer coach, and graduate assistant and former player, Bridget Hillsman ’17. We take a deep dive into the post-concussion syndrome that stopped Hillsman’s collegiate soccer career before it formally began. Her symptoms nearly caused her to leave PC, but instead, Hillsman became a valuable member of the team. We also discuss the three pillars of Lopes’ coaching philosophy, how the coaching staff wi...
Dr. Adrian Chastain Weimer – Providing New Insights into Colonial History
July 10, 2017 03:21 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBIn January 2017, Dr. Adrian Chastain Weimer, associate professor of history, published "Elizabeth Hooton and the Lived Politics of Toleration in Massachusetts Bay" in the prestigious William and Mary Quarterly. She quickly followed that professional achievement by earning two National Endowment for the Humanities grants that will enable her to spend the 2017-18 academic year doing research for an upcoming book entitled, “Godly Petitions: Puritanism and the Crisis of the Restoration i...
Doris Burke ’87, ’92G, & ’05Hon. - At the Top of Her Game (Rebroadcast)
July 03, 2017 02:58 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBDoris Burke ’87, ’92G, & ’05Hon., a versatile basketball commentator, has covered the sport for ESPN since 1991. Her assignments include the NBA and men’s and women’s college basketball — both the regular season and the NCAA Championships. Burke joins the podcast to discuss her rise to the top of her profession and her methodical approach to success, as well as the NBA debut of Kris Dunn ‘16. We are re-airing this episode in light of Burke’s recent accomplishments. She was lauded by ...
Theresa Feaster ’14 & ‘16G – Growing Up in the Game
June 26, 2017 01:44 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThis week a trailblazer in college hockey joins us. In the fall, Theresa Feaster ’14 & ‘16G, coordinator of Providence College Men's Ice Hockey operations, became one of the first two women to serve as full-time members of an NCAA Division I men’s hockey coaching staff. In this episode, Feaster details how her father, National Hockey League executive Jay Feaster, introduced her to the sport at the age of 3 when he worked in various NHL front offices. Growing up around the game provid...
David O’Connor ’14 – Community, Service, and Faith
June 19, 2017 04:14 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn this episode of the Providence College Podcast, David O’Connor '14 shares how his family, and the loss of his father at a young age, shaped his focus on community service and faith. O’Connor has helped people in need all over the globe through Habitat for Humanity, Providence College’s Father Smith Fellowship, and Global Service Learning courses through PC's Feinstein Institute for Public Service, with the help of international travel grants from Santander Bank. . O’Connor is curr...
Dr. Seann P. Mulcahy – Balancing Research, Scholarship, and Teaching
June 12, 2017 02:31 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBDr. Seann P. Mulcahy, associate professor of chemistry, has made a lasting impact in his five short years at Providence College. Mulcahy has successfully balanced his student-centric approach to teaching and mentoring with a prolific string of grants, including his most recent award, a $191,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. We also discuss his background, teaching philosophy, and how he connects with his students.
Amy Cembor and Leslie Heller ’02 – The Class of 2021: Who’s in it and what’s next
June 05, 2017 03:03 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBThis episode of the Providence College Podcast features two staff members who play central roles in identifying and shaping each freshman class at PC. Amy Cembor, senior associate dean of admission, discusses the makeup of the incoming freshman class, their median test scores and grade point averages, where they come from, and how they were selected. Leslie Heller ’02, director of orientation, transitions, and leadership, provides insight into what each incoming freshman, and their f...
Phoebee Jean ’19 – Newman Civic Fellow
May 29, 2017 01:22 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode, Phoebee Jean ’19 discusses how she is using her time at Providence College to impact campus culture positively and to bring attention to social justice issues at the College and in the City of Providence. Jean was recently named a Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact and we talk about what this honor means to her and what she has planned for the upcoming year.
Commencement Weekend 2017
May 22, 2017 01:11 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBEnjoy these highlights of Commencement Weekend 2017 — the inspiring Commencement address presented by Roy Peter Clark ’70 & ‘17Hon., the moving homily by College President Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. ’80 at Saturday’s Commencement Mass, the class oration at the Academic Awards Ceremony on Saturday by Victoria Timmel ’17, who shares the valedictorian honor with Lauren Berolini ’17 and Jack Ricci ’17, and the student address at Commencement by Gretchen M. Barrett ’17, the senior class ...
Pedro Alemán ’17 – From Struggling Freshman to Student Leader
May 15, 2017 02:34 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBIn this episode, Pedro Alemán ’17 details his path from a first-generation college student 3,000 miles from home to one of Providence College’s most respected student leaders. Alemán said becoming a resident assistant was a turning point in his college career. Alemán provides advice for college students everywhere, and from any background, who are having a difficult time navigating college life.
Alanna Serviss ’18 – Athletics and Mental Health
May 08, 2017 02:12 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode, we are joined by women’s ice hockey goalie Alanna Serviss ’18. Serviss discusses her battle with depression, anxiety, and ADHD as she progressed from being the only hockey player — of either gender — at her high school to becoming an athlete at a Division I school. Serviss is also raising awareness and funds through her work with the PC Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and the Providence Center, a mental health provider.
Michael Gilmor '17 - From Freshman to Fulbright
May 01, 2017 04:08 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBMichael Gilmor ’17, a biochemistry major from Huntington, N.Y., was selected by the Fulbright U.S. Student Program to travel to Poland. He will teach English to college students through the Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Program. In this episode, Gilmor details the steps he took to earn this prestigious honor and his unique PC experience, which includes Habitat for Humanity and the Board of Programmers.
Cayleigh Griffin ’14 – Creating a Career Through Focus and Passion
April 24, 2017 00:45 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBCayleigh Griffin ‘14 is the team reporter for the San Antonio Spurs on the team’s social and digital platforms. She also works on FOX Sports Southwest broadcasts doing in-game hits, halftime pieces, and pre-game work for the Austin Spurs, the San Antonio Stars, and the San Antonio Rampage. Prior to working for the Spurs, Cayleigh was an on-air correspondent and digital assistant for the BIG EAST from 2014-2016. In this episode, she discusses her job, the hard work it took to get th...
Dr. Abigail T. Brooks - A Nuanced Look at Aging
April 17, 2017 02:32 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBDr. Abigail T. Brooks is assistant professor of sociology and director of the Women’s Studies Program at Providence College. In this episode, we discuss her new book The Ways Women Age: Using and Refusing Cosmetic Intervention, a story of how and why some women choose to use, while others refuse, anti-aging practices.
Emily Sisson ’14 - America’s Next Great Road Runner?
April 10, 2017 01:54 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBEmily Sisson ’14 is a Friar legend. After transferring to Providence College to train under Coach Ray Treacy ’82, Emily helped lead the women's cross country team to the 2013 NCAA Championship, set an NCAA Division 1 record in the 5,000-meter run in indoor track, and won NCAA titles in the 5,000 twice — in indoor and outdoor track. During her cross country and track career, she earned both All-America and all-conference honors 11 times. Already in 2017, Emily has produced the fourth ...
Ed Cooley - Head Men's Basketball Coach
April 03, 2017 01:24 - 34 minutes - 32 MBEd Cooley, head men’s basketball coach, recently led the Friars to a fourth consecutive NCAA tournament appearance and was named NABC District 5 Coach Of The Year. In this episode, he talks about this year’s team, how the season ended, the best players he has coached, and the best walk-on he has coached at PC.
Dr. Jennifer G. Illuzzi & Dr. Arthur P. Urbano Jr. - Sons of Providence
March 27, 2017 00:54 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBDr. Jennifer G. Illuzzi, associate professor of history, and Dr. Arthur P. Urbano Jr., associate professor of theology, discuss their research on the Jewish alumni who enrolled during Providence College’s early history. The College welcomed these students despite the prejudice they faced at other institutions. They also talk about the forthcoming documentary based on their work, "Sons of Providence: The Jewish History of Providence College, 1917-1965." Illuzzi and Urbano will present...
Dr. Rick Battistoni - Philanthropy and Public Service
March 20, 2017 00:42 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBAttention: if you had technical problems listening, please delete and re-download this episode. We apologize for the inconvenience. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Rick Battistoni, professor of political science and of public and community service studies and director of the Feinstein Institute for Public Service. Battistoni discusses his work with his Philanthropy course, the power of philanthropy, and how his students make an impact on society through public service.
Dr. Jonathan Richardson: Road Salt and Rats - College Biology Meets Dirty Jobs
March 13, 2017 01:57 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jonathan L. Richardson, assistant professor of biology. Dr. Richardson discusses his research on the ways roads — and the rock salt we spread on them — affect the ecology of their surrounding habitats. We also talk about his research with students in the PC Conservation Lab, including their work on the migratory behavior of rats in El Salvador, Brazil, and New York City.
Dr. Ted Andrews ’01 – Native Apostles
March 06, 2017 03:28 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ted Andrews ’01, associate professor of history. Andrews discusses his research and writings on "native apostles" — African-American, Native American, African, and Indian evangelicals from the 1700 and 1800s that helped Christianity spread to new locations around the globe. We also talk about his path from student to professor at Providence College and his undefeated record as honorary coach of the men’s basketball team.
Matt Weber ’06 – Seeking Veritas: From PC to Harvard, and Everything in Between
February 27, 2017 03:40 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBMatt Weber ’06 is the host of The CatholicTV Network series The Lens, author of two books, Fearing the Stigmata and Operating on Faith, and director of digital communications strategy at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Weber, who created and hosts the education podcast The Harvard EdCast, delivered this talk at Providence College as part of the Office of the Chaplain’s Theology on Tap series.
Jason Macaluso ’96 – The Power of Persistence
February 20, 2017 01:41 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBJason Macaluso ’96 is a symbol of what dedication and hard work can get you when you are focused on your goals. He details his fascinating journey from finance major and struggling young professional to vice president of wealth management at Boone Macaluso Partners at UBS, member of the Providence College’s Business Advisory Council, and accomplished triathlete. You can contact him at www.ubs.com/team/boonemacaluso
Kyron Cartwright '18 - Point Guard Extraordinaire
February 13, 2017 03:23 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode, Kyron Cartwright '18, the dynamic point guard for the men's basketball team talks about his life on and off the court. We discuss pregame preparation, his evolution into a team leader, the toughest player he has to defend this year, and his fear of Rhode Island drivers.
Chris Gabrielli - Head Coach, Men's Lacrosse
February 06, 2017 04:16 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBChris Gabrielli, head lacrosse coach, details his team's preseason preparations, outlook for the season, and a day in the life of a college coach.
Brian Kozak '18 - You think you're busy?
January 30, 2017 02:43 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode, Brian Kozak explains why and how he became such an active member of the Friar Family. We discuss how he founded the club soccer team, his various roles within the Providence College School of Business, and why he packs his schedule so tight.
Cassandra "Cassie" Chislom '17 - Humanity in Action
January 23, 2017 04:02 - 22 minutes - 21 MBCassie Chislom '17, a political science and public and community service studies double major, is passion personified. She was a Humanity in Action Fellow in Atlanta last summer and studied the politics of climate change in Vietnam, Morocco, and Bolivia on a SIT international honors program during her junior year. In this episode, we discuss Cassie's travels and the impact they have had on her personally and on her education. Learn more about Cassie here: http://news.providence.ed...
Dr. Jennifer Van Reet - Kid Think
January 16, 2017 02:58 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBThis episode features Dr. Jennifer Van Reet, associate professor of psychology and assistant department chair, chair of the Undergraduate Research Committee, and director of Kid Think, a developmental psychology lab. We discuss her research on the effects of child play on learning and her role in expanding student research in every academic department on campus.
Timothy Cardinal Dolan - Jewish-Catholic Dialogue: 2,000 Years but Just Beginning
January 09, 2017 22:39 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBIn this week’s episode, we share a presentation by Cardinal Timothy Dolan, archbishop of New York. As part of PC’s Theological Exchange Between Catholics and Jews, Cardinal Dolan presented “Jewish-Catholic Dialogue: 2,000 Years but Just Beginning,” to a full house at St. Dominic Chapel. He discussed Nostra Aetate, the Second Vatican Council document that opened relations between the Catholic church and non-Christian religions. Cardinal Dolan’s sense of humor and insight did not disap...
Lisa Guillette '93 - Foster Forward
January 02, 2017 01:41 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBLisa Guillette ’93 is a force for good within Rhode Island’s non-profit and political world. Guillette is the executive director at Foster Forward, the co-chair of the Women’s Leadership Council for the United Way of Rhode Island, and the former president of PC’s Greater Providence (Mal Brown) Club. In this episode, we discuss her efforts to improve Rhode Island’s foster care system and to address local reading standards. We also learn how she helped PC’s former star basketball playe...