Welcome to The Academic Life! In this episode you’ll hear about:
How both of today’s guests became involved in higher education in prison.
Why this work is personal to them.
Funding and representation issues in higher education in prison.
The complexities of supporting students who are incarcerated without supporting the carceral system.
And a discussio ... Show More
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AI for the Information Professional: A Critical Guide with Andrew Cox (Facet, 2026)
Is artificial intelligence (AI) a question answering machine, a helpful companion, a persuasive storyteller, a deceitful often hidden system, or a global industry?In AI for the Information Professional: A Critical Guide (Facet, 2026), Andrew Cox invites library and information pr ... Show More
41m 33s
Nov 4
University Press Week 2026 with President Stephanie Williams
Today I’m speaking with Stephanie Williams, Director of Wayne State University Press, and president of the Association of University Presses. Every year, NBN speaks with the president of AUPresses in anticipation of University Press Week. This year, press week will take place fro ... Show More
34m 44s
Nov 2
Upskilling for Library Workers: A Guide for Future-Ready Professionals with Ann Medaille (ALA Editions, 2026)
Many of today's libraries and their workers are facing a skills crisis. By some estimates, an employee's current skills are only relevant for a maximum of five years, but other estimates put the longevity of current skills at only 18 months. Though it's crucial that library worke ... Show More
47m 14s
Sep 2021
Ep. 118 | Incarceration Nations & Prison By Any Other Name
In this week’s episode, Kendra and Jaclyn discuss Incarceration Nations and A Prison By Any Other Name.
Check out our Patreon page to learn more about our book club and other Patreon-exclusive goodies. Follow along over on Instagram, join the discussion in our Goodreads group, an ... Show More
36m 6s
Dec 2024
Episode 1 - Introduction to Education Matters
<p><em>Education Matters</em> explores how education shapes society, democracy, and the future. Through insightful conversations with educators, administrators, technology leaders, scientists and philosophers, this podcast explores the challenges, successes, and evolving landscap ... Show More
5m 23s
Dec 2015
Christopher Wildeman on Quantitative Data Analysis
In this episode, we talk with Christopher Wildeman , Associate Professor of Policy Analysis and Management at Cornell University. His research and teaching interests revolve around the consequences of mass imprisonment for inequality, with emphasis on families, health, and childr ... Show More
41m 54s