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At the Edge of it All
At the edge of an international border, at the edge of the Pacific, at the edge of innovation, community, education and discovery– “At the Edge of it All” is a University of San Diego podcast where USD experts speak on topics and stories that impact you and the broader community.
Episodes
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The Forgotten Foundations of Mental Health Audio
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, Professor Todd Edwards, PhD, LMFT, Chair of the Marital and Family Therapy program at the University of San Diego…
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Building from the Sand Up
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, USD Women's Beach Volleyball head coach Derek Olson, and assistant coach Jaden Whitmarsh take us behind the scenes of…
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Weaving Culture into Mental Health Care
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, USD Assistant Professor of Psychological Sciences, Yessica Green Rosas discusses the critical need for…
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The True Value of Prediction Markets
In this episode of “At the Edge of it All", Assistant Professor of Finance Josh Della Vedova breaks down how prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi…
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Mastering Your Money
In this episode of "At the Edge of it All," Dan Roccato, clinical professor of finance, shared several actionable steps you can take to stay financially…
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The Power of Building Community Through a Shared Connection
On this episode of "At the Edge of it All," USD alumni Justin Waddell ‘04 and Scotty Prunty ‘04 from the USD Alumni Run Club, a non-affiliated club, shared…
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How More Nurses in Leadership Roles Helps our Healthcare Systems Thrive
On this episode of "At the Edge of it All," Nadine Kassity-Krich, clinical assistant professor and nursing leadership program director, provided insight on the…
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Building Peace Through Connection
On this episode of "At the Edge of it All," May Farid, assistant professor at the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, discusses her recent research which…
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Unpacking the True Cost of Homeownership
On this episode of "At the Edge of it All," Norm Miller, Ernest W. Hahn Chair of Real Estate Finance, Emeritus, broke down a new housing affordability index he…
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Beyond 1776: Interesting Historical Moments in America's Founding
On this episode of "At the Edge of it All," David Miller, a distinguished professor of history shared how his mother, a history teacher herself, inspired his…
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Leading the Next Generation of Business Students
In this episode of "At the Edge of it All," Brian Tietje, dean of the Knauss School of Business, reflected on his first year leading USD's business school and…
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Driving Sustainable Change Through Business
In this episode of "At the Edge of it All", Dr. Nichole Wissman, assistant professor of management, discusses how businesses are navigating environmental…
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Connecting with the Community Over the Joy of Learning
Brian Clack, A. Vassiliadis Distinguished Director of the Humanities Center, joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to discuss the 10 year anniversary of…
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Understanding the Marketing Behind Ballot Measures
On this episode of "At the Edge of it All," Andrea Godfrey Flynn, professor of marketing, joined the podcast to discuss how she studies the unique marketing…
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Tips to Avoid Mistakes on Your Tax Returns
Richard Carpenter, adjunct law professor and supervising attorney of the University of San Diego School of Law's Federal Tax Clinic, joined the "At the Edge of…
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Using Spirituality to Guide Your Leadership Style
On this episode of "At the Edge of it All," Michael Lovette-Colyer, vice president of Mission Integration at the University of San Diego, shares the difference…
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Building the USD Men's Basketball Team: A Conversation with the Team's New Head Coach
When JR Blount started as the new head coach of USD's Men's basketball team, he quickly began building his team. First, with all-star coaches who had worked…
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Insight on the World Cup Matches from USD's Soccer Head Coach
After spending decades playing soccer, including on the U.S. National Team, and coaching for the MLS and collegiately, Brian Quinn has a keen eye for what…
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The Psychology Behind the Best Sports Plays and Underdog Stories
Why do people root for the underdogs? And, what leads basketball players to throw a three-point shot with seconds left in a game? Nadav Goldschmied, professor…
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What it's Like Being a Watchdog Over Some of California's Consumer Agencies
From the California Medical Board to the Department of Insurance, the Consumer Protection Policy Center (CPPC) has been serving as a watchdog for decades on…
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Missing Data: The Impact of Pregnancy on Women and Female Athletes
When biology professor Nicole Danos became pregnant, she quickly realized there wasn't much research on how pregnancy changes women's bodies. As a curious…
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The Power of Nonprofits in a Thriving Community
David Carter, senior director of Strategy and Innovation at The Nonprofit Institute, joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to share how his personal…
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What You Need to Know about AI and How to Use it Safely
While artificial intelligence (AI) may feel like a new evolution in tech with tools like ChatGPT gaining recent popularity, AI has actually been helping us…
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The World of Monarch Butterflies and Their Role in Our Ecosystem
On this episode of "At the Edge of it All," we sat down with biology professor Geoffrey Morse who talked about the challenges that monarch butterflies face…
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Sirviendo a la Comunidad por Medio del Apoyo a la Salud Mental
En este episodio de "Al Bordo de Todo," hablamos con Amanda Cuellar (DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC), profesora clínica asociada de enfermería. Cuellar nos cuenta sobre…
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Serving the Community Through Mental Health Support
In this week's episode of "At the Edge of it All," Amanda Cuellar (DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC), clinical associate professor in nursing, talked about her journey…
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Rediseñando la Frontera: Educación y Diseño con Adriana Cuéllar
En este episodio de Al Borde de Todo, platicamos con Adriana Cuéllar, professora de arquitectura en USD. Nos cuenta cómo terminó en el mundo del diseño y por…
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Rethinking Borders Through Design and Teaching the Next Generation About Border Environments
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, Adriana Cuéllar, associate professor of architecture at USD, shares her journey into architecture and her focus on…
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Navigating Mental Health Resources and Tips to Strengthen Your Mental Health Habits
In this episode of "At the Edge of It All", Lauren Bruaski, the Executive Director of USD’s Tele-Mental Health Training Clinic, shared the work that the…
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How Students Are Turning Move Out Waste Into a Sustainable Solution
In this episode of "At the Edge of It All," we speak with University of San Diego Director of Sustainability John Alejandro and student leader Aliana…
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The Shift Toward Smarter Sustainable Supply Chains
In this episode of "At the Edge of It All," Greg Skrovan, director of the Supply Chain Management Institute at USD's Knauss School of Business, explains how…
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The Role of Leadership in Shaping Workplace Culture
On this episode of At the Edge of It All, we speak with Jennifer Miles, PhD, assistant professor of management at the University of San Diego’s Knauss School…
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La Cultura Lowrider y la Historia Detrás de Las Estampillas “Lowriders Forever”
En este episodio de "Al Borde de Todo," conversamos con Alberto López Pulido, fundador del Departamento de Estudios Étnicos en USD, y exploramos el impacto…
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The Rise of Lowrider Culture and The Story Behind the Lowriders Forever Stamps
In this episode of "At the Edge of It All," we sit down with Alberto López Pulido, founding chair of the Department of Ethnic Studies at USD, and explore the…
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The Role of Relationships in Child Development
Dr. Adriana Molitor, associate professor of psychological science, joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to share her expertise and research into…
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Beyond the Burnout: Finding Joy and Purpose in Nursing
In this episode of "At the Edge of it All," Theresa Nguyen, associate professor of nursing, shares how her passion for nursing began and what led her into a…
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The History of the Classical Music Scene in California
Classical music is often thought of as a traditional musical genre -- something you might see in a symphony or opera. But, as this music moved into California…
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Inside USD’s Civil Clinic and the Real Cases That Shape Future Lawyers
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, we explore the impact of USD School of Law’s Civil Clinic with supervising attorney Joe Villaseñor and alum Ian Pike…
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Exploring How Ethical Business Can Drive Global Change
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, Karen Henken, adjunct professor, shares her journey from teaching in Japan to launching global ventures in Silicon…
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Making Chemistry Make Sense Through Food
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, we speak with Joseph Provost, PhD, professor of chemistry and biochemistry at the University of San Diego. He…
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Engineering with Purpose for a More Just and Sustainable World
In this episode of "At the Edge of It All," we sit down with Caroline Baillie, PhD, Professor of Integrated Engineering and Academic Director of USD’s Master’s…
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Inside the World of Lemurs: Female Dominance and the Fight to Protect Madagascar’s Forests
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, we sit down with Marni LaFleur, professor of anthropology at the University of San Diego, whose work focuses on…
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How the Brain Makes Sense of the World Through Emotion
Monica Thieu, Assistant Professor in the Department of Neuroscience, Cognition, and Behavior at USD, joined "At the Edge of It All" to discuss how the brain…
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The Athletics Edge: Blanche Alverson on Her Debut Season and Raising Awareness for Cancer
Blanche Alverson, the head coach of USD's women's basketball team, joined the "At the Edge of It All" team for a special "Athletics Edge" edition to share her…
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Cómo los adolescentes pueden abordar desafíos globales desde una mentalidad innovadora
Ashley Ahrens-Víquez, gerente de Operaciones y Participación en Programas del Instituto Jacobs para la Innovación en la Educación de la Universidad de San…
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How Teens Can Solve Global Problems with an Innovator's Mindset
Ashley Ahrens-Víquez, Program Operations and Engagement Manager for The Jacobs Institute for Innovation in Education at the University of San Diego, joined the…
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The Psychology Behind Building a Positive Mindset
How does our mindset play a role in how we tackle everyday challenges? And, what is the science behind it? Rebekah Wanic, assistant professor of psychological…
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How Wetlands Play an Essential Role in Connecting Habitats
Drew Talley, professor of Environmental and Ocean Sciences, joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to talk about his journey into studying wetlands and how…
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ICYMI: Navigating Your Job Search
Whether you're applying for your first job or looking to switch careers, navigating the application process can be daunting. In case you missed it, we’re…
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What Makes Christmas Music So Indelible
Everywhere you go this year, you’re probably hearing those familiar tunes. Music tastes may change, but every year we return to the same holiday songs. Why is…
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The Important Role Nonprofits Play In Society
The holidays are here, and if you're looking for a gift that will have an impact, look no further. This time of year is crucial for nonprofits, which affect…
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How to Recruit More People Into Teaching
This week, "At the Edge of It All" was joined by Amanda Roth, PhD, of USD's School of Leadership and Education Sciences. She talks about her journey into…
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Why Food Systems Put Consumers In a Tough Spot
This week, we welcomed back Aaron Gross, PhD, director of USD's Center for Food Systems Transformation. He explained to us how food -- vegetables and meat…
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Navigating Children's Tech Use
Phones are everywhere, and parents are being confronted with the difficult decision of when to give their child one. This week, "At the Edge of It All" was…
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The Athletics Edge: A Life in Basketball
This week, "At the Edge of It All" was joined by USD Men's Basketball Head Coach Steve Lavin. He grew up in a home of educators, and learned from a young age…
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How Fruit Flies Can Help Us Better Understand Alzheimer’s
Adam Haberman, PhD, has a personal connection to his work. He’d always studied cell biology and the health of neurons, but once his father was diagnosed with…
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The Athletics Edge: How Name, Image and Likeness is Shaping College Sports
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, Lauren Kirby, Director of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) at the University of San Diego, shares her journey from…
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Wrongful Convictions and the Fight for Freedom
In this episode of At the Edge of It All, we welcome back Justin Brooks, JD, professor of law and founding director of the California Innocence Project. Brooks…
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The Importance of Mindset in Times of Career and Life Transitions
Lorri Sulpizio, PhD, director of the Conscious Leadership Academy at the University of San Diego, sat down with "At the Edge of It All" to discuss the role of…
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Shortcuts and Smart Devices – The Silent Threats in Your Digital Life
From saved passwords to smart devices, everyday conveniences can quietly expose us to cyber threats. For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Nikolas Behar…