Scholars Beyond the Tower

In this episode, Katherine Parker chats with us about self care and conference etiquette, finding balance as a baby academic, maps, the joys of writing book reviews, and- even- some hot takes on butterbear! Dive into historical cartography with Katherine!
CW: mention of eating disorders
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Opening Music : "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod

In this episode, Andrew Rimby chats with us about the power of the reading experience and finding comfort in literature. Hear some hot takes on the Haunting of Hill House and listen to Andrew describe how horror literature can help us work through our own struggles. Of course, it wouldn't be an episode of Scholars Beyond the Tower without a few notes on precarity and privilege in academia! Grab a cup of coffee and dive into literature with Andrew.
Credits: Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod

BONUS EPISODE! Join us for some Halloween hot takes and a handful of spooky, creepy, and supernatural stories from our Scholars!
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Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod

Morgan DiCarlo talks us through Civil Engineering, the importance of networking, clear communication, and getting over stage fright. Dive into the world of water and engineering with Morgan! In addition, please enjoy some wonderful tangents about concrete canoes and Mothman, the patron saint of engineering.
Find Morgan on Twitter at @Morgan26_CIVIL.
Opening credits: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod

Sierra Van Ryck deGroot talks us through museum education, mental health, grad school, and more. How has COVID19 impacted museums (and more importantly, museum workers)? What are the joys and pitfalls of museum education? Dive into the world of museums with Sierra! In addition, please enjoy some delightful "hot takes" on roombas and egg creams.
Find Sierra on Twitter at @sierra_vrd
Opening credits: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod

Jamie tells us about transitioning from an academic job to working outside of the university. Hear all about the importance of mentorship, the physicality of field archaeology, the creation of #SwashbucklinStoryTime, and the beauty of creating the content you want to see in the world. Credits:
Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod

Tara tells us about queer coding in pop culture. Learn all about the reality of being a first-generation scholar, the power of branding for academics, and the dangers of a "free lunch." Grab a bowl of popcorn and let's head to the (socially distanced) movies with Tara!
Find Tara on Twitter at @tj_holmz
Credits: Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod

Brenna tells us about doing public history backwards, in high heels, and with a bee in your hoop skirt. Learn all about the politics of education, the ins-and- outs of running field trips on a ship, and the smells you'd experience on a 19th century whaleship with Brenna.
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Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod

Rebecca tells us about working at an all-girls school and using audiobooks and iced-coffee to fuel your running. Make a Goodreads account, check out some gender histories, and learn about the politics of name-changes and how to put the public back in public history with Rebecca.
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Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod

Kristina tells us about finding your dream job across the street from an Applebee's. Leash your dogs, don’t release your turtles, and get into the great outdoors with naturalist, Kristina Hayek.

Credits:
Opening Music: "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod