Between Tides: Portage Learning Podcast

What do you want to learn about next? Our guest for this episode is among just a handful of people on the planet who can wear four Super Bowl rings on his fingers. He played for a legendary NFL coach, he became a perennial Pro Bowler after switching positions, and he was surrounded by Hall of Famers on all sides during his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers. But what he’s done after retirement migh...

What do you want to learn about next? Why is it difficult to keep a New Year's Resolution and how can you be successful?  In this episode, we discuss common reasons why people struggle to achieve their resolutions and practical strategies for setting realistic goals and building sustainable habits. Reaching a goal doesn't have to be 0 to 100. It can be done in small, measurable steps ove...

What do you want to learn about next? On January 20th, 2025, the 60th US presidential inauguration will take place in Washington D.C. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jeffery Cole Ph. D and Dr. Brandon Zaffini to discuss political theory and the history of the inauguration.  Dr. Jeffery Cole PH.D. History Professor of History Dr. Brandon Zaffini  PH.D. Political Science What is populism? Has...

What do you want to learn about next? From breaking hearts to climbing charts, Taylor Swift has reached full-on stardom. In this episode, we discuss her career, her success, the Swifties, and how it all has impacted the minds of millions. What was the hype with the Eras Tour? Neuroplasticity and parasocial relationships? What will Taylor Swift be doing in 15 years? Meet The Experts: Dr. Diana Rice...

What do you want to learn about next? Welcome back for part 2 with Alycia Dalbey. Alycia continues to share her crazy hospital stories from her time working as a Physician's Assistant. The things she saw and learned during her time in healthcare will open your eyes to the daily lives of nurses, doctors, PA's, and more. DISCLAIMER: Some stories may be descriptive or graphic to the viewer....

What do you want to learn about next? How do we learn? From taking in information, short-term vs long-term memory, to how our brains process and store information. Learning is a skill. Teaching your brain how you learn takes time and practice. Learning is not just knowing, but having the tools to evaluate information and apply that knowledge in other areas.  Today, we sat down with two experts, Dr...

What do you want to learn about next? Leave your favorite costume ideas in the comments! We're back with history analyst and professor, Dr. Jeff Cole. In this episode, we discuss the history of Halloween and trick-or-treating.  Halloween is the second-largest commercial holiday in the US. Learn the culture and myths behind the costumes, candy, and even the tricks associated with this Holiday....

What do you want to learn about next? What is the difference between a PA, NP, and a Doctor? Ever wonder what a physician assistant does? Learn in today's episode as we sit down with special guest Alycia Dalbey. She is a physician assistant and Portage Learning Biology Professor. Alycia talks about her experience in healthcare, how she became a PA, her first time in the  Operating Room, clini...

What do you want to learn about next? If you’ve ever sneezed, wheezed, or felt ill after eating a meal, then this episode is for you. We take a deep dive into the important subject of food allergies — how they occur, how we can diagnose them, and some strategies to avoid them.  What's the difference between food intolerances and food allergies? Why does it seem that more people have food alle...

What do you want to learn about next? Today we sit down with Dr. Jeff Cole, a humanities/history professor at Portage Learning and Geneva College.  We've all heard of the roaring 20's, but maybe they weren't all that roaring after all. In this episode, we discuss the impact immigration, Henry Ford, World War 1, and other weird history had on the human experience during the 20's...

What do you want to learn about next? We want to educate, encourage, and inspire our listeners to extend their learning beyond the walls of a classroom.  Today, meet our co-hosts. They will be interviewing our subject matter experts in each episode to ask the questions you are thinking. With this podcast we want to open the door for conversations about trending topics through different perspective...