At Crow Reads, Rayanne Haines interviews intersectional writers, publishers, agents and editors in Canada. Crow Reads is recorded on Treaty 6 territory the traditional home of the Metis, Inuit and First Nations people. Crow Reads focuses on Alberta representation and tackles questions around social movements, cultural trends, feminism, #CanLit, and inclusion / representation. And, at the end of the day, celebrates the people who are making things happen in the literary world. The podcast is ...
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Join hosts Brooklyn Leschyshyn, Natalie Smadis and Kelsie Howlett as they explore the scholarly and creative activities happening at MacEwan University with a focus on how faculty influence and/or incorporate students, teaching and the larger community into their projects. Each episode, Brooklyn, Natalie and Kelsie are joined by a MacEwan faculty member to dive into their scholarly projects and bring them to life. Covering topics from theatre, community-based research and advocacy to mental ...
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On today’s episode we are joined by Dr.Rodney Schmaltz as he explores scientific skepticism. We talk about how he guides students in creating protocols for the $500,000 Paranormal Challenge, testing claims like telekinesis and psychic abilities. Dr. Schmaltz highlights the difference between skepticism and cynicism, examines the role of expectation…
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On today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Gail Low, Chair of International Health and Associate Professor in Nursing, as she explores her research on mental health challenges for older Canadians during and after COVID-19. We discuss how her team created a cookbook with practical recipes and tips to combat anxiety and isolation. We learn about how sta…
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On today’s episode, Rayanne Haines dives into her creative work examining women’s rights and the complexities of caregiving. We discuss the emotional impact of loss and the power of art to spark conversations around these challenging themes.
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S4E1 - End of Life and Identity: A Conversation with Terri Cardinal on Indigenous Practices and Cultural Integrity
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In today’s episode, Terri Cardinal shares her research on traditional Indigenous end-of-life practices, highlighting their role in healing and their contrast with Western approaches. Terri discusses the significance of Indigenous identity and her efforts to combat cultural exploitation. Join the kihêw waciston Indigenous Centre on September 26th, 2…
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On today's episode, Dr. Kevin Judge is back on the podcast! Dr. Kevin Judge, an expert in the field of crickets, discusses his research on how the European species Roesel’s Katydid showed up in North America. He shares how his fascination with singing insects led him to study their behaviors, including mating displays and competitive interactions. …
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S3E18 - Student Research Day: Student Research Spotlight - Siera Roth, Navreet Gill, Jennika Kuruliak and Karalyn Mouly
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In today’s episode, we are joined by three student researchers here at MacEwan: Siera Roth on the history of the Valentinians, Navreet Gill on vampires and examining the novella Carmilla, and Jennika and Karalyn on presenting at the Unity Conference in Dublin. Find out more at https://research-recasted.pinecast.co…
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In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Albena Perglova in her research that explores whether entrepreneurship education can motivate more women to enter STEM fields as entrepreneurs. We discuss how Dr. Perglova's research focuses on underrepresented entrepreneurs, including women and social entrepreneurs, and how they can positively change their …
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S3E16 - Student Research Day: Student Research Spotlight - Karrissa Goulding and Dawson Hartman, Ashley Platz, and Kayla Friesen.
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In today’s episode, we are joined by three student researchers here at MacEwan: Karrissa Goulding and Dawson Hartman on the impacts of Alberta’s pension plan, Ashley Platz on cultural differences in book stores, and Kayla Friesen on how marketing can save lives. Find out more at https://research-recasted.pinecast.co…
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On today’s episode we had the pleasure of being joined by Dr. Roland Lee and Trevor Mundle. The two test our preconceived notion of the truth behind environmentally friendly products. Dr. Roland Lee and Trevor Mundle collaborate between the MacEwan lab and Green Tech, bringing together experts in chemistry, finance, investment, and sustainable prac…
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In this episode, our guest is Elisabeth Belliveau, an artist who explores still life through a feminist lens. We will discuss her work as an artist, including her opportunities and global residencies. Elisabeth will also explain her moving image work, which includes animation, film, lenticular prints, mobiles, and traditional and digital forms of s…
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On today’s episode we talk with Dr.Parminder Singh Kang about Alberta and innovations knowledge mobilization workshop and strategic network development grant, as well as his work with his MITACS grants. We discuss how Dr.Parminder Singh Kang’s research is promoting student learning. Follow the link below for more information on Dr. Parminder Singh …
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In this episode, we interview Dr. Theresa Chika-James, who shares her research and involvement in service-learning. Dr. Chika-James defines what service learning is and the benefits it offers to the community. We explore how involving community partners and business practitioners in academic programs can lead to positive outcomes for both students …
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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Melissa Hills about ways to improve student learning experiences and create more inclusive learning environments for different types of learners. Dr. Hills explains the Universal Design for Learning framework, which helps educators design learning experiences that work for everyone. For more information about Dr.Me…
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In this episode of Crow Reads, Rayanne Haines speaks to poet, scholar, and translator Leilei Chen about her 2023 poetry collection, I Have Forsaken Heaven & Earth, But Never Forsaken You (Frontenac House). They discuss Chen’s history as a writer, translator and scholar, the act of betrayal in translation, the unknowingness and ambiguity of translat…
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On today's episode, we had the pleasure of talking to Dr.Noah Kenneally about his research on relational approaches to children's rights. We talked about understanding early childhood communities and the politics of early childhood. Dr. Kenneally spoke about creating meaning in life and how meaning fits into influences in our communities. We discus…
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, we talk to Dr. Maryam Nesari about her work in health service research and health economy. Dr. Nesari discusses the importance of community-engaged research and the achievements of positive change through research. We had the opportunity to hear about Dr. Nesari’s current research in partnership with the Senior Cli…
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S3E8 - Understanding physical fatigue and social-emotional support for deaf and hard-of-hearing students and how to support educational assistants.
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Episode Notes In today's episode, we have a conversation with Dr. Natalia Rohatyn-Martin, who is a community-engaged scholar. She works with community partners to identify the needs of deaf and hard-of-hearing students in the classroom. We discuss the challenges these students face and ways we can support them. Dr. Rohatyn explains support for educ…
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In this episode of Crow Reads, Rayanne speaks to author Astrid Blodgett about her 2023 short story collection, This is How we Disappear, (UofA Press). The collection explores the consequences of grief and denial and single moments that change perceptions, lives, and attachments forever. Crisp prose and unexpected plot twists move relatable characte…
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Episode Notes In this episode, we have a conversation with Dr. Hadi Chapardar regarding his research on environmental and social sustainability in business. We delve into the challenges of bringing together two fields that have evolved with different assumptions, purposes, time horizons, and levels. The discussion centers around the tension between…
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S3E6 - Improving the quality of healthcare through supporting health care professionals and caring for the community.
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On today's episode, we talked to Dr. Emilene Reisdorfer about her research in the field of healthcare and nursing. Her focus is on improving the quality of nursing services provided to individuals who are struggling with mental health and addiction disorders. We discuss her work in developing pedagogical approaches that support post-secondary nursi…
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S3E5 - Big Bands and music magic at MacEwan University with Padraig Buttner-Schnirer and special guests Dr.Allan Gilliland and Raymond Baril.
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In today’s episode, we discuss Padraig Buttner-Schnirer, Raymond Baril, and Dr.Allan Gilliland’s ongoing project involving the recording and production of two full-length albums of music performed by the MacEwan Generations Big Band. The project is called Generations and features original compositions by current students, faculty, and alumni, perfe…
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On today’s episode, we talk to Dr.Matt Gibbs about his research into ancient alcohol and recreating mulsum in today’s world. Understanding how alcohol played a role in ancient times, we look at the connection between social bonds and preventing mental and physical illness. For more information Dr.Matt Gibbs research: https://exarc.net/issue-2019-2/…
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In this month’s podcast Rayanne Haines speaks with playwright and poet, Natalie Meisner about her book, It Begins in Salt, a masterful collection of poems that wander the halls of an ocean blue-collar life while rummaging the heart spaces of growing up, and evolves into mothering, labours, and loves. This is a poetry book for poets evidenced in the…
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S3E3 - Bringing young minds to MacEwan through experiences, experiments, and fun with Dr. Emily Milne, Dr. Kaitlyn Towle, and Steven Campbell
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On today’s episode, we talk to Dr.Emily Milne, Kaitlyn Towle, and Steven Cambell about MacEwanCYU. With the help of MacEwan, students from Ben Calf Robe can learn about what the university has to offer. Their project helps to inspire young minds and invite them to aspire to a secondary education. For more information about MacEwanCYU : https://www.…
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S3E2 - Microplastics, Fish bellies, and the wonderful world of biology with Dr. David Locky.
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In today’s episode, Dr.David Locky tells us about his work in wetland ecology and land use impact. Diving underwater, we learn about microplastics in freshwater and organisms. Dr.David Locky is passionate about his research and is excited about the impact his students will make. For more information on Dr. David Locky and his research follow the li…
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S3E1 - Encouraging students and faculty to create meaningful research that impacts change at MacEwan with Dr.Craig Kuziemsky
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Episode Notes On today's episode, Dr. Craig Kuziemsky, the Associate Vice-President of Research,takes us through the commitment to research at MacEwan University. Dr.Kuziemsky is excited to share MacEwan's direction to help nourish our research community. For more information about the Tactical Plan for Scholarship at MacEwan, follow the link below…
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Imagining chickadees, squirrels, rabbits, and magpies through children's interactive theatre.
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Episode Notes In today's episode, Dr. Heather Fitzsimmons Frey, Travis Hatt, and Robyn Ayles take us through the creative process of theatre production of their company, The Elm Tree Theatre. Focusing on the importance of play-based learning through interactive theatre and their journey with The Urban Wildlife Project. Dr. Heather Fitzsimmons Frey,…
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Episodes In today’s episode Dr. Junaid Jahangir takes us back to the world of humanistic economics through Disney narration. Dr.Junaid Jahangir discusses the importance of teaching economics from different perspectives. You can find more information and articles below by Dr.Junaid Jahangir https://macewan.academia.edu/JunaidJahangirhttps://theconve…
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In this month’s podcast Shima Robinson AKA Dwennimmen speaks to us, among other things, about finding your place in the poetry community, supporting the community while advocating for artist payment, self-publishing and self-creation, and finding the intent of the poem through performance. Amiskwaciwâskahikan(Edmonton - Treaty 6) born poet and spok…
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Ali Bryan
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For Ali Bryan, writing is an act of imagination performed as daily ritual. For this Calgary based author, character and plot speak as one device, and she rebels against labels that diminish the value of her writing and use of humour as a tool towards story development. This award-winning author writes family the way we live family, with no judgment…
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Dreaming big through research in mathematics and statistics and shaping the minds of young mathematicians with Cristina Anton
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In today's episode, Cristina Anton, professor of Mathematics and Statistics at MacEwan University, discusses her research on clustering functional data with outliers and toxicity assessments. Cristina discusses involvement in youth math competitions and math labs, encouraging students to dream big. With special thanks to Cristina's research partner…
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S2E18 - Student Research Day: Student Research Spotlight - Katryna Yasinski, Madison Karpiak, and Amy Wildeman
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, we are joined by three student researchers here at MacEwan: Katryna Yasinski from the Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications, Madison Karpiak from the Faculty of Arts and Science, and Amy Wildeman from the Faculty of Nursing.
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MacEwan Celebrates Month of Scholarship - Dr. Chris Striemer: Board of Governors Research Chair
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, Board of Governors (BOG) Research Chair - Dr. Chris Striemer - has joined us for a second time on Research Recasted to discuss his new role and how it has impacted his research on the cognitive neuroscience of attention, perception, and visuomotor control.
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MacEwan Celebrates Month of Scholarship - The diffraction of Quasicrystals with Dr. Nicolae Strungaru
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, Associate Professor of Mathematics and Statistics, Dr. Nicolae Strungaru, shares his research and study on a type of mathematical physics - the diffraction of quasicrystals.
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S2E17 - MacEwan Celebrates Month of Scholarship - Student Research Spotlight: Haylee Hatton, Patrick Jean, and Kiana Krueger
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, we are joined by three student researchers here at MacEwan: Haylee Hatton from the Faculty of Arts and Science, Patrick Jean from the Faculty of Business, and Kiana Krueger from the Faculty of Health and Community Studies.
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, Associate Professor of Literature and Creative Writing here at MacEwan, Jacqueline Baker, shares her inspiration and process on her newest book - The Broken Hours - a ghost story about the final days of the infamous horror icon - HP Lovecraft. Purchase The Broken Hours here…
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S2E16 - Assessment and Management of High-Risk Offenders with Dr. Sandy Jung and Detective Greg Kitura
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Episode Notes On today’s episode, Dr. Sandy Jung of MacEwan’s Psychology Department and Detective Greg Kitura of Edmonton Police Services Behavioural Assessment Unit discuss their collaborative research and work on the risk assessment of sexual and intimate partner violent perpetrators. Check out more information on the topic here: https://www.jour…
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In this episode, Rayanne speaks with Margaret Macpherson about her new book, Tracking the Caribou Queen: Memoir of a Settler Girlhood. The conversation looks at the ways the memoir touches on the racism deeply embedded in the North in the 60's and 70's and her understanding of it as a child and now in self-reflecting as an adult. Macpherson discuss…
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, associate professor in Fine Arts here at MacEwan, Leslie Sharpe, discusses her research-creation involving sound, video, and other installation work related to climate change.
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, associate professor of Business here at MacEwan, Dr. Junaid Jahangir, discusses his research on teaching undergraduate economics and shares his thoughts on the Seven Dwarves. Check out more of Dr. Jahangir's work here: https://macewan.academia.edu/JunaidJahangirhttps://www.thefridaytimes.com/author/junaidjahangir/…
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In this month’s podcast Rayanne Haines speaks with Emily Riddle about her debut poetry collection, The Big Melt. The collection is rooted in nehiyaw thought and urban millennial life events. It examines what it means to repair kinship, contend with fraught history, go home and contemplate prairie ndn utopia in the era of late capitalism and climate…
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, associate professor of the Biology Department here at MacEwan, Dr. Kevin Judge, discusses his research on the sexual selection and mating system of insects part of the genus, Cyphoderris. More about Kevin and his research can be found here. As mentioned in the episode, a link to Kevin’s iNaturalist profile can be f…
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S2E12 - Cultural Inclusivity: Afrocentric Education in the field of Social Work with Dr. Ouedraogo
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Episode Notes On today’s episode, we sit down with Associate Professor in the Faculty of Social Work here at MacEwan University, Dr. Valerie Ouedraogo, where we discuss cultural inclusivity and the need for Afrocentric education in the field of social work. This link will lead to the MacEwan 2021 Scholarship Report that was mentioned at the end of …
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S2E11 - Making it stick: knowledge retention through the nursing program and beyond with Dr. Narnaware
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, we are joined by Associate Professor of Nursing, Dr. Raj Narnaware, where he discusses his research in teaching pedagogies to improve understanding, knowledge, and overall academic performance and success in the workplace for nursing students and graduates.
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S2E10 - Consumer behavior, black toilet paper, and the concept of weirdness with Dr. Claire Deng
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Episode Notes In today’s episode, assistant professor of marketing here at MacEwan University - Dr. Claire Deng - discusses her research in consumer behaviour, the concept of weirdness, and the importance of market research.
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As the first half of season two concludes, the new Research Recast(ed) team is introduced. With our producer Raymond Baril, we reflect on what we have learned and where we want to go.
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Leslie Greentree
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In this episode, Rayanne Haines speaks with author Leslie Greentree about character vs plot driven stories, how short story and novel writing are shaped, writing flawed characters and controversial stories, and about career longevity in an increasingly competitive market. Leslie Greentree’s short story collection, Not The Apocalypse I was Hoping Fo…
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Today we are talking with Dr. Etayankara Muralidharan, who you might know as Murli here on campus. We are diving into the world of product recalls, and how companies balance priorities - and sometimes pass the blame - when having to pull products off the shelves. We learn about how the organizational systems studied in product recall research also …
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S2E7 - The surprising link between the climate crisis and healthcare, with Dr. Maya Kalogirou
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Today we are talking with Dr. Maya Kalogirou, a nurse and nurse educator with a passion for planetary health. We learn all about how health care and the climate crisis interact, and we touch on medical waste, climate advocacy, and the next generation of climate minded nurses and healthcare practitioners. For more information on the Canadian Associa…
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Sandra S.G. Wong
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In this episode, Rayanne speaks with author Sandra S.G. Wong about writing the lived experience, the layers of research and character development that come with crime writing, ambiguity and suspense, and how women characters are perceived and approached in novel writing. In her latest novel, Wong, approaches family dynamics while also writing an “A…
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