The Everyday Scholar

How does arts and humanities impact our everyday living? American Public University brings you The Everyday Scholar, a podcast featuring conversations with experts about the importance of cultural awareness and exposure, how skills from the arts and humanities can assist career progression, and a lot more. To learn more, visit StudyatAPU.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everyday Scholar is a education podcast hosted by American Public University, with 131 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.

American Public University hosts The Everyday Scholar, a education show with 131 episodes published.

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  Episode #130

  The Hustle Behind the Hobby: Careers in Modern Sports Collectibles | EP130

  Apr 16, 202640 minS0

  <p>This episode of Voices in the Field features Andrew Stern, Director of E-Commerce Project Management at Fanatics Collectibles, who shares a candid, behind-the-scenes look at his unconventional path into the sports industry. From internships in minor league baseball to experiential marketing and ultimately e-commerce leadership, Stern emphasizes the value of adaptability, storytelling, and embracing both success and failure. His career highlights the importance of gaining diverse, hands-on experience – often in roles that require “wearing many hats” – and leveraging those moments to build a compelling professional narrative that sets candidates apart in a competitive job market. </p><br><p>The conversation also d...

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  Episode #129

  Inside Sports Architecture: Building Spaces Where Sports Happen | EP129

  Feb 12, 202637 minS0

  <p>In this Voices in the Field episode, hosts Dr. Jim Reese and Dr. Brittany Jacobs welcome Jamie Benallo, Associate Principal and Senior Architect at Populous, to explore how sports and recreation facilities are designed with long-term impact in mind. Jamie shares her path into sports architecture and explains how listening to communities, athletes, and stakeholders is central to creating adaptable, future-ready spaces. </p><br><p>Jamie also offers insight into her work on the Denver Summit NWSL expansion projects, highlighting the collaboration required to balance athlete needs, fan experience, and community use. She closes with advice for students pursuing care...

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  Episode #128

  Inside the LPGA’s “What If” Department: Research, Fans, and Growth | EP128

  Feb 11, 202639 minS0

  <p>In this Voices in the Field episode, hosts Dr. Jim Reese and Dr. Brittany Jacobs welcome Kerrilyn Curtin, Director of Research at the LPGA and a member of the APUS Sports Management Program advisory council. Kerrilyn walks through her career path – from early experiences at York College (and an unexpected first research opportunity handing out surveys), to a decade at Madison Square Garden, a stint at NBC Universal and a startup research firm, and ultimately eight years at the LPGA. She explains why she calls research the “what if” department: her team’s job is to make the organization smarter by...

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  Episode #127

  Voices in the Field: Building a 20-Year Career in Sports with Scott MacDonald | EP127

  Nov 13, 202539 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Voices in the Field, hosts Jim Reese and Britt sit down with Scott MacDonald, Senior Director of Youth Partnerships for the Cleveland Cavaliers, to trace his 20+ year journey in professional sports. Scott shares how a high school job-shadowing experience and a love of sports led him to Ohio University, an internship with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and a formative stint in minor league baseball where he learned to “sell a $6 ticket” and, more importantly, to sell himself. Along the way, he emphasizes the role of grit, mentorship, and personal branding, as well as the power of rela...

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  Episode #126

  Voices in the Field: Chris Canty on Building a Sports Media Career | EP126

  Sep 29, 202533 minS0

  <p>In this Voices in the Field episode, hosts Dr. Jim Reese and Dr. Brittany Jacobs sit down with Chris Canty, Super Bowl XLVI champion, ESPN radio host, and former University of Virginia standout. Canty reflects on his transition from the NFL to sports media, sharing how building “mouth memory,” staying coachable, and putting in the reps helped him succeed beyond the field. </p><br><p>Canty discusses the challenges athletes face when careers end, the importance of finding new communities, and how team chemistry extends to broadcast studios. Chris also explores player empowerment, NIL’s impact on collegiate sports, and the...

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