Talk Like A Pirate

East Carolina University alumnus and former ECU Club Baseball player, Tanner Duncan, was oh so close to pitching in the major leagues with the Houston Astros. But an injury and release derailed his lifelong dream. Now, six years later, he still trains for that second chance as he lives with no regrets, in Season 6, Episode 3 of Talk Like a Pirate.

East Carolina University is now a top-rated research institution. ECU Chancellor Dr. Philip Rogers and associate professor and researcher Dr. Bhibha Das talk about why ECU received the prestigious designation and why it matters, in Season 6, Episode 4 of Talk Like a Pirate.

In this preview of S6E2 of Talk Like a Pirate, ECU Chancellor Dr. Philip Rogers and associate professor and researcher Dr. Bhibha Das talk about how ECU being a Research-1 institution will really impress.

In the Season 6 premiere episode of Talk Like a Pirate, ECU's Dr. Michelle L. Malkin talks about all things gambling – from its impact on college students to its omnipresent aspect in our lives and the need to study its effects.

In this preview of the Season 6 premiere episode of Talk Like A Pirate, ECU's Dr. Michelle L. Malkin talks about why she studies gambling.

ECU medical student Vaishnavi Siripurapu is motivated to learn outside of the classroom. Her experiences are giving her valuable information now to better serve her patients in the future.

Experiential learning is a big asset to education here at ECU. In the Season 5 season finale, we take a look how a Brody School of Medicine student is learning and serving at the same time.

It can literally take a village for students to not fall through the cracks and realize the potential that is inside of them. In Season 5, Episode 6 of Talk Like a Pirate, we meet an assistant high school principal who shows what it takes to help students to succeed.

Sometimes, students don't see their future success. In these cases, teachers and other school leaders are necessary for them to see their potential. This trailer of Season 5, Episode 2 of Talk Like a Pirate previews how crucial it is for many to come together to help students succeed.

What is the difference between machine learning and AI? ECU Department of Computer Science's Dr. Nic Herndon explains.

Artificial Intelligence is a part of your life in many ways. For some, this is scary. For others, it's amazing. In the Season 5 premiere of Talk Like a Pirate, we dive into AI – what it is and how it's here to stay.

A little tase of physics and glass previews Season 4, Episode 8 of Talk Like a Pirate.

Although you can typically see through glass, its history and properties just might be hidden from your sight. On the season finale of Season 4 of Talk Like a Pirate (S4E8), ECU School of Art and Design's Mike Tracy talks all things glass. And you probably will look at glass differently – or know the Final Jeopardy question one day – because of this episode.

The desire to host a podcast seems to be contagious. We dive into the "why" in this preview of Season 4, Episode 7 of Talk Like a Pirate.

Podcasts are everywhere and it seems as if everyone hosts one. On Season 4, Episode 7 of Talk Like a Pirate we speak with ECU School of Communication's Brittany Thompson on all things podcasts.

In this preview of Season 4, Episode 6 of Talk Like a Pirate, two ECU researchers explain the difference between marijuana, hemp, CBD and Delta-8 THC

Delta-8 THC and CBD are all around. In Season 4, Episode 6 of Talk Like a Pirate, a couple of ECU researchers talk about why lax accountability could allow these potentially dangerous products to fall into childrens' hands.

In this preview of Season 4, Episode 5 of Talk Like a Pirate, ECU childhood development expert Dr. Sandy Lookabaugh shares some recommendations on screen time and your child.

It seems like anymore that toddlers are surprising us with their smartphone, tablet and/or television knowledge. But is that a good thing? In Season 4, Episode 5 of Talk Like a Pirate, ECU child development expert Dr. Sandy Lookabaugh weighs in with some interesting screen time information.

In this episode of Pirate Voices, ECU alumnus, Timothy Gomez shares an emotional story of how a professor "protected" him. Gomez never forgot that. When he became successful, he endowed a scholarship to help students like himself. And it was all in honor of his beloved professor - Dr. Barry DuVall.

Creating music people enjoy can often be about the vibe. In this preview  of Season 4, Episode 4 of Talk Like a Pirate, ECU Fletcher School of  Music Students – Brett Howard and Kristi Roller – talk about seeking  that "Ethel Moment."

It is the holiday season and that means the airwaves are flooded with holiday music. So, on Season 4, Episode 4 of Talk Like a Pirate, we're joined with two ECU Fletcher School of Music students – Kristi Roller and Brett Howard – to talk about the music of the season and what it takes to write new music.

In this trailer for Season 4, Episode 3 of Talk Like a Pirate, ECU Dietetic Internship Director and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition Science Tara Wind has some quick tips to guide you through this holiday season.

Are you eating enough carbs or too many – or skipping meals in order to indulge this holiday season? And what about "added sugar?" In Season 4, Episode 3 of Talk Like a Pirate we talk carbs and healthy holiday eating with ECU Dietetic Internship Director and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition Science Tara Wind. 

Communication failure is a team effort. Dr. Pam Hopkins explains why in this preview of Season 4, Episode 2 of Talk Like a Pirate.