At the Edge of it All

Rebeca Cazares Adame, directora de Iniciativas Transfronterizas del Instituto Kroc de Paz y Justicia (KIPJ) de la Universidad de San Diego, se unió al podcast "Al Borde de Todo" para hablar sobre un programa llamado Cross Border Fellows, organizado por KIPJ. El programa reúne a líderes que trabajan con universidades, la sociedad civil, el sector público y el sector privado para construir una alian...

Rebeca Cazares Adame, director of Cross-Border Initiatives at the University of San Diego's Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice (KIPJ), joined the "At the Edge of It All" podcast to talk about a program called the Cross Border Fellows, organized by the KIPJ. The program brings together leaders working in academia, civil society, the public sector, and the private sector to build a more inclusive a...

Aaron Gross, professor of theology and religious studies at the University of San Diego, joined the "At the Edge of It All' team to dive deeper into what we're seeing in the American food industry, such as factory farming and dishonest food labels being used to market seemingly healthier products. Gross also shared how he, alongside a group of USD professors, just launched The Center for Food Syst...

Lorri Sulpizio, director of the Conscious Leadership Academy at the University of San Diego, joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to discuss her journey to help athletes, women and teams become better leaders. Sulpizio also shares how self reflection can be one of the first approaches, amongst others, to find your voice and strength as a leader.

Laura Rivard, Teaching Professor and Outreach Coordinator for the Sciences at the University of San Diego, joined the "At the Edge of it All" team to share how an early love for biology led her into a teaching career where she shares her excitement for science. Rivard also breaks down research that shows the importance of keeping science exciting for kids at an early age and tips for making scienc...

Rachel Blaser, professor of neuroscience, cognition and behavior at USD, sat down with the "At the Edge of it All Team" to break down how our brains learn new information like a language or a new skill - and how it compares to the ways bees or other animals learn. Blaser also shares how her latest research will use virtual reality technology to determine if a decline in spatial cognition could sho...

Darren Kew, dean of the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, joined the "At the Edge of it All" team to talk about his personal journey into the field of human rights and conflict resolution. He also discusses the vital role of peace studies programs in today’s world, highlighting how education can pave the way for resolving conflicts and fostering understanding across cultures. Plus, he gives us...

Casey Dominguez, chair of the department of political science and international relations, joined the "At the Edge of it All" team to discuss the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination process that led to Kamala Harris' nomination, and the historical context behind it. Dominguez also offers tips on how to become a more knowledgeable voter.

Karen Ortiz-Becerra isn’t your average economics professor. On “At the Edge of It All” she talked about how she uses economic concepts — which can often seem abstract — to practically improve people’s lives and address inequities. She talks about her childhood in Colombia, and how that inspired her work, and about a high-tech project in Ghana aimed at bringing modern healthcare to people in rural...

Karen Ortiz-Becerra no es una profesora de economía común. En el programa “Al Borde de Todo” habló sobre cómo utiliza conceptos económicos — que a menudo pueden parecer abstractos — para mejorar de manera práctica la vida de las personas y abordar las desigualdades. Habla sobre su infancia en Colombia, cómo eso inspiró su trabajo, y un proyecto de alta tecnología en Ghana destinado a llevar atenci...

This week, “At the Edge of It All” was joined by Razel Milo, an associate professor of nursing and a family nurse practitioner. Dr. Milo was recently awarded a $500,000 grant to fund her research on improving mental health treatment in the Filipino community. Milo talked to us about immigrating to the U.S. as a teen, and the pressure she felt to help her family members navigate the healthcare syst...

Linda Barkacs, professor of business law, joined “At the Edge of It All” to talk about employment law. She shared some of the most memorable cases from her prolific, decades-long career. Barkacs explained what we can learn from those cases about harassment in the workplace and other issues, and why it’s so important to fight for workers’ rights and safety.

“At the Edge of It All” was joined this week by Martha Fuller, associate professor of nursing at USD. Fuller, a pediatric nurse practitioner, talked about what drew her to the field. She described how her experiences led her to pursue academia and research, aiming to tackle underlying causes and preventions well before patients require treatment. Fuller also highlighted the impact of climate chang...

This week, "At the Edge of It All" was joined by Simon Croom, professor of supply chain management at USD, who teamed up with psychologists to study the prevalence of psychopathic tendencies among business executives and managers. He talks about his background in business before explaining how interactions with his students drove him to investigate executives' psychological profiles.

Homelessness is a pressing and complex issue in the United States, particularly in San Diego. Here, and across the country, there are many ideas and approaches to addressing it. This week, “At the Edge of It All” was joined by Odilka Santiago, assistant professor of sociology, to discuss some of the factors driving homelessness, and the stark realities of those experiencing it. Santiago provided e...

This week, "At the Edge of It All" was joined by USD economics professor Stephen Conroy. He talked about some terms and concepts that experts may take for granted, and helped break them down for a broader audience. He explained things like compound interest, why homes are unique investments, and gave some general advice on how to approach long-term investments.

"At the Edge of it All" sits down with Kevin Maxwell, clinical associate professor of nursing at USD and family nurse practitioner, to discuss Men's Health Awareness Month. Discover why this month matters, key health issues affecting men and practical tips for better health.

Walking the Camino de Santiago can be a life-changing experience. Chava Mercado Cano will add it to a growing list of his. The USD alum joined "At the Edge of It All" host Lissette Martinez to talk about his long road to the Camino. He shared a scary experience that gave him a new perspective on life and how, after several years and detours, he finally found his way to the Camino de Santiago.

Hacer el Camino de Santiago puede ser una experiencia que te cambia la vida. Chava Mercado Cano lo agregará a una larga lista de logros en su vida. El ex-alumno de USD se unió a la presentadora de "Al Borde de Todo", Lissette Martínez, para hablar sobre su experiencia en el Camino. Compartió la historia de un incidente que le dio una nueva perspectiva de la vida y contó cómo, después de varios año...

Juneteenth became an official federal holiday in 2021, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. “It’s not about freedom being given, it’s about freedom being proclaimed,” said T.J. Tallie. The director of Africana Studies at USD joined “At the Edge of It All” to talk about the holiday’s history and its future, as it becomes more widely-celebrated. He also explained how everybody can...

La caminata a lo largo del Camino de Santiago es al igual de hermosa como espiritual. Mientras continúan su recorrido, Lissette Martinez, conductora de "Al borde de todo", fue acompañada por la directora de relaciones internacionales y asociación de egresados de la Universidad de San Diego, Claudia Gonzales, quien dio una explicación sobre la historia y cultura que los rodean en su viaje, y por qu...

There’s a buzz among the group of Toreros in Spain, the night before they begin their trek along the Camino de Santiago. “At the Edge of It All” host caught up with recent USD graduate, Scott Prunty, and his longtime friend, Chase Lindgren, to talk about their reasons for making the trip, and — as some of the youngest people in the group — their journey through college to get to this point.

Over the next week, members of the USD community will join the pilgrimage — trekking along one of the many routes of the Camino de Santiago. "At the Edge of It All" host Lissette Martinez is there for the journey, and will be checking in throughout the trip. Today, she speaks with one of the group's guides named Dan Mailhiot, who explains what the Camino de Santiago is, and what makes it so specia...

For Jennifer Petrie, head coach of USD Volleyball, pressure makes diamonds. “Resilience isn’t gained when things are going well, it’s gained when things are hard,” Petrie said. As she prepares for her 26th season at the helm of USD volleyball, the seven-time WCC Coach of the Year joined “At the Edge of It All” to talk about her coaching journey and insights and why, after decades, she still loves...

On June 2, 2024, Mexicans elected their country’s first-ever woman president, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo. Emily Edmonds-Poli, professor of political science and international relations, returned to “At the Edge of It All” to break down the election that had the largest voter turnout in that country. She discusses the magnitude of a woman being elected to lead Mexico, some of the political challenges...