IU College Insider

Hosted by the College of Arts + Sciences at Indiana University Bloomington, the IU College Insider podcast shares stories of learning, discovery, and innovation in higher education. Through engaging conversations with faculty, students, and outside experts, episodes explore how research, teaching, and hands-on learning are making a real-world impact in communities and beyond.

IU College Insider is a education podcast hosted by Indiana University, with 6 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Indiana University hosts IU College Insider, a education show with 6 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  American Religious Belief in Extraterrestrial Life

  Jun 29, 202640 minS1

  In our newest episode of the IU College Insider Podcast, we talk with Ruth N. Halls Professor of English Paul Gutjahr. His forthcoming book, Faith in Space: American Religious Belief in Extraterrestrial Life (out September 2026), traces more than three centuries of American religious traditions that have built elaborate cosmologies around the conviction that intelligent life exists elsewhere in the universe. Featuring: 🎧 Vivian Halloran, Professor of English, Associate Dean for Arts and Humanities in IU’s College of Arts + Sciences 🎧 Paul Gutjahr, Ruth N. Halls Professor of English

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  Episode #5

  What Schools Can Do for Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

  May 27, 202641 minS1

  Youth suicide is a growing public health concern, and researchers, educators, and community organizations are working to better support young people before they reach a crisis point. In this episode of the IU College Insider podcast, an interdisciplinary group of experts—a sociologist, a developmental psychologist, and a national foundation leader—discuss what research tells us about youth suicide prevention, the role schools can play in fostering connection and belonging, and what communities can do to support student well-being. Featuring: Anna Mueller, Luther Dana Waterman Professor of Sociology and Senior Research Program Leader, Irsay Institute Tiffany Benjamin, B.A. ’02, CEO of the Humana Foundation Natasha Chaku, Assistant Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, or is having thoughts of suicide, please call or text 988 to reach the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, and speak with a trained crisis specialist, 24/7. Here at IU Bloomington, the crisis hotline is available to students 24/7 by calling: 812-855-5711

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  Episode #4

  Decoding College Admissions—What Students and Families Need to Know

  Apr 29, 202635 minS1

  What do students and families really need to know about the college admissions process in today’s competitive landscape? From choosing the right school for you, to understanding academic pathways, ROI, affordability, and career outcomes, hear from IU admissions and recruiting experts as they share practical advice to help you make confident, informed decisions about your college journey.Featuring:Rich Hardy, Professor of Biology, Associate Dean for Undergraduate EducationSacha Thieme, Associate Vice Chancellor + Executive Director of AdmissionsJakob Breunig, Director of Recruiting in the College

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  Episode #3

  AI Goes to College: Higher Ed at the Forefront of Transformative Tech

  Mar 27, 202641 minS1

  This episode explores how AI is changing higher education, and transforming how people, businesses, and organizations work. Featuring: Vivian Halloran, Professor of English, Associate Dean for Arts and Humanities in IU’s College of Arts + Sciences Justin Hodgson, Associate Professor of English in the College Karna Desai, Ph.D. ’17, Generative AI Strategist, Booz Allen Hamilton

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  Episode #2

  What Is Quantum Computing, and How Will It Change Everything?

  Feb 25, 202637 minS1

  This episode explores, what is quantum computing, how does it work, and how will it change everything? Featuring: Caroline Jarrold, Professor of Chemistry and Associate Dean for Natural and Mathematical Sciences and Research in IU’s College of Arts + Sciences Srinivasan Iyengar, Professor of Chemistry in the College James Clarke, B.S. '94, Director of Quantum Hardware, Intel Corporation

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