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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Dr. Elizabeth Bridgham - Caroling Again and Again: A Christmas Carol in Repertory
December 24, 2016 13:57 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBWe continue the Christmas theme this week with a lecture by Dr. Elizabeth A. Bridgham, associate professor of English. In her talk, “Caroling Again and Again: A Christmas Carol in Repertory,” Dr. Bridgham discusses why audiences flock to see live performances of “A Christmas Carol” year after year.
Rev. James Sabak, OFM - "Finding the Ever-Elusive Christ in Christmas"
December 17, 2016 00:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode of the Providence College Podcast, we wanted to get you in the mood for Christmas. We are featuring a lecture given by Rev. James Sabak, OFM, a Franciscan priest and assistant professor of theology. Titled, “Finding the Ever-Elusive Christ in Christmas: Why It Shouldn’t Be an Easy Task,” Father Sabak examines the origins of Christmas and what its celebration and physical representation in the crèche mean for human life and destiny. Stop by the Center for Catholic and ...
Providence College Soccer - A Run to Remember
December 12, 2016 01:17 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBCraig Stewart, head coach of the men’s soccer team, and Nick Sailor ’17 recently led Providence College to the Elite Eight in the men’s soccer NCAA tournament. This historic achievement was made possible by one of the greatest comebacks in Friar history. Down 4-1 against undefeated and No. 1-ranked University of Maryland, the Friars scored four goals in 12 minutes to take a 5-4 lead with eight minutes remaining in the game. After holding on for the victory, the match made national ne...
Jim Crowley - Head Coach Women's Basketball
December 05, 2016 12:45 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBJim Crowley, head women's basketball coach, has made a great first impression at Providence College. In this episode he discusses how he got the job, the primary elements of his coaching philosophy, and his goals for the season.
Sandy Oliveira - Welcome to the World of Financial Aid
November 28, 2016 03:22 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBSandy Oliveira, executive director of financial aid, leads a team of counselors who strive to make the college process as affordable and easy to manage as possible. Her passion for her work is inspiring. In this episode, she demystifies the financial aid process and describes why her work is challenging and enjoyable.
Rev. James Martin, S.J. discusses the dual natures of Jesus
November 21, 2016 03:12 - 53 minutes - 49 MBFr. James Martin, S.J., gifted storyteller, editor-at-large of America magazine, popular media commentator, and New York Times bestselling author of The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything, discussed the human and divine natures of Jesus Christ during his Centennial Presidential Speaker Series presentation in St. Dominic Chapel. Missed the talk? Listen to it on this episode of the Providence College Podcast.
Jane Lunin Perel - 40 years at PC
November 14, 2016 03:39 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBJane Lunin Perel '15Hon., professor emerita of English and of women’s studies, arrived at Providence College to teach English and creative writing in 1971, the same year that the College enrolled its first four-year class of women. A poet, she had just completed a master of fine arts degree in creative writing in poetry at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and wondered how, as one of the few female faculty members, she might fit in. In 1999, she and others succeeded in their e...
Joshua Giraldo '08 - From PC to Public Service
November 07, 2016 04:22 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBJoshua Giraldo ’08 was recently inducted into the Feinstein Institute for Public Service Hall of Heroes. In this episode, he discusses his longtime goal to positively impact his home of Central Falls, R.I. Starting when he was at PC, he has focused on improving lives through education — as a teacher in Providence and Central Falls, and through local government.
Claire Kleinschmidt ’17 - Service, Science, and More
October 31, 2016 01:36 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBClaire Kleinschmidt ’17 has used her skills to serve others around the world. As a Father Smith Fellow, she went to the Solomon Islands this summer to teach science. She also traveled to Ghana with physics professor Dr. Stephen J. Mecca ’64 & ’66G to improve local sanitation through an innovative portable toilet he designed that requires only one cup of water. In addition, she is a student leader in the quickly expanding Peer Ministry Program. You can read about her mission to the So...
Raul Fonts - Setting Records and Navigating the Admissions Process
October 24, 2016 00:59 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBRaul Fonts, associate vice president/dean of admission and financial aid, has helped guide PC through a period of record application growth. In this episode, he discusses how to navigate the admissions process, what his office looks for in applicants, and what the future holds for the admissions office given the growth of PC. As an ever-present Friar fanatic, Raul also identifies his favorite Friar of all-time.
Coach Ray Treacy ‘82 & Lauren Mullins ’16 — A look into PC’s running success
October 17, 2016 13:03 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBRay Treacy ’82, head coach of men’s and women’s cross country and track teams, may be the greatest coach in PC history. The sustained success of his teams, and the numerous individual accolades his runners have achieved, are a testament to his legendary standing in the running community. In this episode, he discusses how he constructs his teams, how his runners prepare to race at the highest level, and the number one thing every weekend runner should do to improve. This episode als...
Blaine Payer ’18 – Zombie Film Research and Economic Theory
October 10, 2016 04:07 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBBlaine Payer ’18 discusses his summer research, supported by the Veritas Research Fund, into the way zombie films reflect economic conditions. Under the guidance of Dr. Jeffrey Nicholas, associate professor of philosophy, Payer studied how zombies represent the socioeconomic conditions affecting prosperity in dozens of films — from 1931’s White Zombie to 2013’s World War Z. Payer also describes his extracurricular experiences, his post-college plans, and his reason for attending PC. ...
Episode 11 - Dr. Richard J. Grace '62
October 03, 2016 02:33 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBDr. Richard J. Grace ‘62, professor emeritus of history, began his career at Providence College before the Development of Western Civilization Program was established in 1971 and continues to lead classes in the Liberal Arts Honors Program today. In this podcast, hear his reflections on more than four decades of teaching from a 2014 lecture in honor of his retirement.
Episode 10 - Doris Burke '87
September 26, 2016 02:21 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBDoris Burke ’87, ’92G, & ’05Hon., a versatile basketball commentator, has covered the sport for ESPN since March 1991. Her assignments include the NBA and men’s and women’s college basketball — both the regular season and the NCAA Championships. Doris joins the podcast to discuss her rise to the top of her profession and her methodical approach to success, as well as Kris Dunn’s NBA debut.
Episode 9 - Mike Leonard '70
September 19, 2016 00:23 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBFormer Today Show correspondent Mike Leonard ’70 & ‘00Hon. has spent much of the past year developing a short film about Providence College, certain to be a highlight of PC's year-long centennial celebration. In an episode full of insightful and humorous anecdotes, Mike talks about his extraordinary career, the art of storytelling, and the impact of Providence College on his family, which also includes his four alumni children.
Episode 8 - Dr. Sylvia Maxfield
September 12, 2016 03:08 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBDr. Sylvia Maxfield, dean of the School of Business, discusses the importance of learning outside the classroom, ways in which PC facilitates these experiences, and how the new Arthur and Patricia Ryan Center for Business Studies will change business education at the College. You can learn more about the Providence College School of Business by visiting http://business.providence.edu/.
Episode 7 - Brianna Abbott '17
September 05, 2016 02:58 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBBrianna Abbott ’17, chemistry and creative writing double major, talks about her summer research as a Walsh Student Fellow, majoring in two vastly different fields of study, and how her experience with FaithWorks laid the foundation for her time at PC. Read Brianna’s fellowship-related blog posts: http://blogs.providence.edu/student-research/category/walsh-fellows/.
Episode 6 - Rev. R. Gabriel Pivarnik, O.P.
August 29, 2016 01:13 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBRev. R. Gabriel Pivarnik, O.P., vice president for mission and ministry, discusses new faith initiatives at the College, his numerous roles at PC, and his indirect path to the priesthood.
Episode 5 - John Sweeney '15P & '19P
August 22, 2016 01:17 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBCurious about PC’s campus transformation? In this episode, John Sweeney ‘15P & ‘19P, senior vice president and chief financial officer, details ongoing construction, what happened over the summer, and what to expect this year. Sweeney also describes how PC funds these projects and why they are necessary for the future of the College. Learn more about PC’s campus transformation at http://www.providence.edu/momentum
Episode 4 - Diane Madl
August 15, 2016 01:49 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBDiane Madl, head coach of the Providence College field hockey team and 1996 Olympian, is a staple of the PC athletic department. In this episode, Madl describes her Olympic experience in Atlanta, her coaching and recruiting philosophy, and how she mentors student-athletes to take ownership of the team's success.
Episode 3 - Bob Driscoll
August 08, 2016 02:41 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBBob Driscoll, associate vice president and athletic director, has helped make Providence College’s athletic program a national power. PC 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 looks for in coaches, and the daily routine that enables him to maintain his ever-present focus and energy.
Episode 2 - Prof. Vance Morgan
August 01, 2016 02:44 - 28 minutes - 26 MBThis episode features Dr. Vance Morgan, professor of philosophy and former director of the Development of Western Civilization Program at Providence College. Morgan recently completed a yearlong sabbatical that allowed him to finish a final draft of an upcoming book based on his popular blog, www.freelancechristianity.com. We discuss his career teaching philosophy, his foray in the blogosphere, and how he likes to throw his ethics students headfirst into moral and ethical dilemmas. ...
Episode 1 - Joe Hulbig '96
July 22, 2016 00:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBThis episode features former NHL hockey player and Providence College star Joe Hulbig ’96. Joe was a first round draft pick in the 1992 NHL Draft before he enrolling at Providence College. After his eight year hockey career ended Joe switched careers and began working in education philanthropy. He is now a regional director of major gifts at PC. In this episode Joe details the recruiting experience that led him to Providence College, his time in the NHL, and why he made a career shif...