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Episode 48: Documenting Iraq's Missing Modern Art with Dr. Nada Shabout
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Nada Shabout, Professor of Art History and Coordinator of the Contemporary Arab and Muslim Cultural Studies Initiative at UNT. Susan and Dr. Shabout discuss a project run by the Association for Modern and Contemporary Art of the Arab World, Iran, and Turkey (AMCA) to map the teaching of Art History related areas. They also discuss various aspects of modern art in the Arab world, including colonialism and the documentation of works that went missing from Iraq's Museum of Modern Art after the fall of Baghdad in 2003.
Date:
September 9, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Episode 49: Photojournalism In Times Of War with Thorne Anderson
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Thorne Anderson, Endowed Chair for Narrative & Multimedia Journalism in the Mayborn School of Journalism at UNT. Susan and Thorne discuss his motivation behind being a photojournalist in war-stricken areas, and reflect on his experiences in the field.
Date:
September 16, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Episode 50: Human Trafficking In America with Dr. Given Kachepa
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Given Kachepa, owner of Inwood Dental in Dallas. Susan and Dr. Kachepa discuss his childhood experience as a victim of human trafficking, and the importance of educating people on the topic in order to help other human trafficking victims.
Date:
September 23, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Catalog of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: Summer 2020
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UNT's course catalog for Summer 2020.
Date:
2020~
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library
OLLI at UNT Fall 2020 virtual semester information session
Video produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) featuring information about Fall 2020 OLLI classes, presented by Dr. Stephanie Reinke and Jordan Williams.
Date:
2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Video
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Catalog of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: Fall 2020
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UNT's course catalog for Fall 2020.
Date:
2020~
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library
OLLI at UNT Summer 2020 virtual semester information session
Video produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) featuring information about Summer 2020 OLLI classes, presented by Dr. Stephanie Reinke and Jordan Williams.
Date:
2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Video
System:
The UNT Digital Library
[Emeritus College promotional video]
Video produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features clips from interviews with UNT and Emeritus College Professors, Emeritus members, and other faculty and staff.
Date:
201X
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Video
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Catalog of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: Spring 2021
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UNT's course catalog for Spring 2021.
Date:
2021~
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Catalog of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: Summer 2021
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UNT's course catalog for Summer 2021.
Date:
2021~
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Episode 51: The Search for Black Holes and Quasars with Dr. Ohad Shemmer
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Ohad Shemmer, astrophysicist and Associate Professor at UNT. Susan and Dr. Shemmer discuss terms related to astrophysics, including the difference between being an astronomer and an astrophysicist, and the relation between black holes and quasars. They also discuss his inspiration behind becoming an astrophysicist, and how discoveries in the field allow scientists to understand the universe.
Date:
September 30, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Alumni Spotlight #5: Origins of UNT's Multicultural Center with Elliotte Dunlap
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with UNT Alumnus Elliotte Dunlap, co-founder of both the UNT Multicultural Center and the mentorship program A Few Good Men. Susan and Elliotte discuss his family's history with UNT, the formation of the Multicultural Center, and the importance of multicultural groups in student development. Elliotte's work with A Few Good Men is also discussed.
Date:
October 7, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Episode 53: Infamous Art Heists with Dr. Laura Evans
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Laura Evans, Associate Professor of Art and Art Education, and Coordinator of the Art Museum Education Certificate at UNT. Susan and Dr. Evans discuss art crime and the theft of paintings by Munch, Goya, Renoir, and Rembrandt. They also discuss an international trip planned by Dr. Evans in partnership with OLLI, related to famous art crime stories.
Date:
August 27, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Episode 54: Lone Star Chemistry with Dr. Diana Mason
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Diana Mason, Professor Emeritus at UNT's Department of Chemistry. Susan and Dr. Mason discuss the correlation between students' arithmetic skills and their success in chemistry courses. They also discuss Dr. Mason's live chemistry demonstrations, Governor Abbott's commissioning of her as an Admiral in the US Navy, and her role in the Daughters of the American Revolution and in many community projects.
Date:
October 21, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Episode 55: Book Talk with Dr. Jean Greenlaw
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Jean Greenlaw, OLLI at UNT faculty member and columnist for the Denton Record Chronicle. Susan and Dr. Greenlaw discuss her motivations for becoming a book reviewer, and her current review column, "Book Talk."
Date:
October 28, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Alumni Spotlight #6: Creating Progress in a World of Change with Dean Lindsay
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with UNT Alumnus Dean Lindsay, business author and keynote speaker. Susan and Dean discuss the ideas he brings to the table as a keynote speaker for high class clientele, and how these ideas can be applied to the everyday person coping with the COVID-19 pandemic. They also discuss his accomplishments in the acting and music fields.
Date:
November 4, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Alumni Spotlight #7: Life After Loss & The Art of Ghostwriting with Angie Ransome-Jones
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with UNT Alumnus Angie Ransome-Jones, author and ghostwriter for other aspiring writers. Susan and Angie discuss how she channeled the experience of losing her father into a book titled, "Path to Peace: A Guide to Managing Life After Losing a Loved One," and the ways in which the book led to her becoming a ghostwriter. They also discuss her roles in the UNT Black Alumni Network and the National Coalition of 100 Black Women's Dallas chapter.
Date:
December 2, 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Special Episode: Denton Black Film Festival 2021 with Harry & Linda Eaddy
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Harry Eaddy, Director of the Denton Black Film Festival, and Linda Eaddy, the festival's Director of Film Programming. Susan and the Eaddys discuss the history of the Denton Black Film Festival, and the conversion of the festival to a virtual format due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Date:
January 13, 2021
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Alumni Spotlight #8: UNT Day at the Capitol with Byron Campbell
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with UNT Alumnus Byron Campbell, Senior Partner at Capitol Insights. Susan and Byron discuss 2021's Day at the Capitol, a program connecting UNT students with Texas lawmakers. Byron's personal goals for the initiative and changes being made to the program due to the COVID-19 pandemic are also discussed.
Date:
February 3, 2021
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Episode 60: Women Musicians in the Age of Beethoven with Dr. Rebecca Geoffroy-Schwinden
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Rebecca Geoffroy-Schwinden, Assistant Professor of Music at UNT. Susan and Dr. Geoffroy-Schwinden discuss her motivation behind studying 18th century music, and reflect on women in music during the time of Beethoven, from the 1770s-1820s.
Date:
February 10, 2021
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Episode 61: Disinformation, Doxxing, & Deepfakes with Dr. Michael Greig
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Dr. Michael Graig, Distinguished Teaching Professor in UNT's Department of Political Science. Susan and Dr. Graig discuss disinformation campaigns, the use of doxxing as an intimidation tactic, and the dangers of deepfake technology.
Date:
February 17, 2021
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Episode 62: Teaching Skepticism & Critical Thinking with Bryan Lovelace
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with Bryan Lovelace, Adjunct Professor in UNT's Department of Behavior Analysis and Director of Texas Behavior Services. Susan and Bryan discuss media bias, what it means to live in a "post-truth" society, and how we can practice critical thinking in our everyday lives.
Date:
February 24, 2021
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Alumni Spotlight #9: Celebrating 75 Years of Journalism at UNT with Wende Zomnir
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with UNT Alumnus Wende Zomnir, co-founder of Urban Decay and Ambassador for the Frank W. & Sue Mayborn School of Journalism's 75th anniversary celebration. Susan and Wende discuss her inspirations for starting a cosmetics company, skills she developed while studying at UNT, and advice for those looking to open their own businesses.
Date:
March 3, 2021
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Special Episode: 2021 Thin Line Fest with Joshua Butler
Podcast produced by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) that features an interview with UNT Alumnus Joshua Butler, founder and Director of the Thin Line Fest, a documentary and music festival in Denton, Texas. Susan and Joshua discuss the history of the festival, and the festival's conversion to a virtual format due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Date:
November 2020
Creator:
University of North Texas. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
Object Type:
Sound
System:
The UNT Digital Library