Let's Talk! Podcast

On this episode, Bri sits down with A'Dymond Sammons to talk about womanhood, and friendships, the beauty, challenges, and power of it all!

In this episode Mónnica interviews fellow CSDInterns Isabel and Bri as well as Dean of Students BaShaun Smith about all things love and relationships! Things get all kinds of interesting and you'll definitely leave with a smile!

Megan and Robby from the CSDI chat about the exciting new initiatives coming out for the Queer Community at Miami: Lavender Takeover + Trans And Growing (TAG)!

Mat interviews Dr. Kenna Neitch from Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and Emily Cluen from the Miller Center - members of the QT-Con planning committee to talk all things QT-Con 2025. We spill the tea, talk QT-Con lore, and discuss the importance of sharing our passion projects at this special annual event.

Mat from the CSDI, Dr. Jason Ezell from King Library, and Dr. Mandy Olejnik from the Howe Writing Center talk about crafting and submitting proposals for QT-Con 2025 and how you can get support for creating yours!

In this episode, Avery and friends discuss the struggles of being mixed or ethnic especially when your looks don't tell the whole story. Tell us what you think about this episode in the comments!

CSDI Interns Nick, Mónnica, and Avery sit down with students Darek and Jeanette to discuss the Queer Experience as students of color on Miami's Oxford Campus. They share anecdotes about their time on campus and reflect on experiences that have colored their time as students at Miami University while being LGBTQ+. In a world where students often have to choose between a racial identity and a Queer...

In this fun-filled episode, D. Ellis and Kelsey interview Miami's new Dean of Students, BaShaun Smith about his likes, hobbies, what holiday he thinks is the best, and much more!

November is Men's Mental Health month and so we decided to record an episode focusing on mental health with the help of two of Miami's foremost resources on mental health! Dr. John Ward is the Director of Student Counseling Services and Charles Ellis is a co-president of Miami's chapter of Active Minds! Kelsey, Nick, and D. Ellis chat with our guests about all things mental health, the...

Our final intern intro of the season! Meet Kelsey and learn about her love of sneakers, how she speaks many languages and why she loves working at the CSDI!

In this episode we introduce our first two interns who'll be regulars on the podcast going forward! Nick and Loren bring a fresh new energy to the pod and we get to know them a little better in this fun-filled episode!

Today Adelaide and D. Ellis sat down with the Director of the CSDI, Dasha Wood. Dasha shares what she's currently listening to, her love of being a parent, and gives some insight into how important the CSDI truly is at Miami.

Join Adelaide and D. Ellis as they interview each other and give more insights into who they are both at work and in their spare time! This special double feature episode features a lot of laughs and some thought-provoking revelations by our two hosts.

In this episode, D. Ellis and Adelaide sit down with Dr. April Callis, Associate Director of LGBTQ+ Initiatives in the CSDI. During the conversation, we learn about April's animal care quirks, her love of Fan Fiction, and why everyone needs to be watching Grey's Anatomy!

In this episode, we meet Tina Coyne; Assistant Director of LGBTQ+ Initiatives and Gender Equity in the CSDI. Tina shares their likes, hobbies, and other things that make them unique! Stay tuned for more intros for the rest of the staff!