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Headcanon - EPISODE 4: Fame is the Ultimate Alibi: A Breakdown of Chicago the Musical with Special Guest Elliott Gonzalez

In this episode of Headcanon, the podcast where we psychoanalyze your favorite fictional stories until they feel a bit too real, we step into the spotlight of Chicago, where crime, fame, and performance blur into one dazzling illusion. 

Join us as we mix pop culture with psychology - is this story about who's guilty, or is it about who tells their story the best?  

 

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Homebrew Mischief Episode 1

Homebrew Mischief is a Dungeons and Dragons podcast rating homebrew content. ALL CONTENT BELONGS TO THEIR ORIGINAL CREATORS.

 

Episode one follows Galaxy and Xander reviewing and bantering over Sword/Weapon Spirits, the Avatar of Tharizdun, and a rod that is equally as hard to spell as it is to pronounce. It also features comedy of Xander's choice of words and Galaxy admonishing him to keep it clean.

Barrier Breakers-S1E5-Kim Johnson

In Episode Five of the Barrier Breakers Podcast, we sit down with longtime educator, advocate, and community leader Kim Johnson — someone whose life’s work has been dedicated to supporting individuals who are differently abled. With over three decades in education, Kim reflects on the experiences, challenges, and meaningful moments that shaped her remarkable career. 

Kim shares that her passion for special education and disability services began early in her career when she witnessed firsthand the transformative impact that compassionate support and accessible opportunities can have on students and families. What started as a professional pathway quickly became a personal mission — to ensure that every learner feels valued, capable, and included. 

Looking toward the future of higher education, Kim identifies accessibility as one of the biggest ongoing challenges for colleges. She explains that while awareness has grown, institutions must continue to invest in inclusive design, assistive technology, faculty training, and proactive support systems to truly meet the diverse needs of today’s students.

A passionate advocate for Special Olympics, Kim also discusses the powerful role the organization plays in building confidence, community, and opportunity for athletes. She encourages listeners to get involved locally by volunteering, attending events, coaching, donating, or simply showing up to cheer on athletes — reminding us that community support makes a lasting difference. 

Kim paints a clear picture of what an ideal accessible campus should look like: universally designed spaces, seamless physical access, inclusive classroom practices, readily available support services, and a campus culture where differences are respected and celebrated. 

This inspiring conversation highlights the power of service, inclusion, and community — and reminds us all that meaningful change often begins with one person choosing to make a difference.

We're Doing A Podcast- We Made A Friend.

We're doing a podcast! In this new variety show, our hosts (Finn and Elliott) spin a wheel to get a new task each episode. In this episode we join Elliott and Finn for an interview a ghost after spinning the wheel assigns a new goal!

The James Cousin Show - Dr. Johann Neem

Kentucky Wesleyan College President, Dr. James Cousins, is back with his latest podcast. In this episode, Dr. Cousins chats with Dr. Johann Neem, Professor of History at Western Washington University. Dr. Neem speaks on the campus TONIGHT, March 19^th at 6pm, as part of the Wade Lecture. He speaks in the Wells Activity Center. Dr. Neem will examine how Americans at the founding understood the promise and limits of the American Revolution, why we are so divided over the Revolution today, and how we might find our way back to a Revolution that belongs to all Americans. You can hear the interview on WKWC at 12:05 and 4:05 this afternoon.

The Inside Game-Season Finale-Georgia Acompanado, Lily Hoagland, & Avah Montgomery

We wrap up our 25-26 season with today’s episode with the last of our freshman. Georgia Acompanado, Lily Hoagland, and Avah Montgomery recap their first seasons as players and students here at Kentucky Wesleyan. Tune in to hear the final run down. We apologize that there was a technical issue with Coach Nicole's mic. 

The Inside Game-S2E12- Iratxe Amorrortu Sainz, Andrea Martin Garcia, & Lena Stinebrickner

Join us to hear from a few of our internationals about their experience as they compete far away from home. We have Iratxe Amorrortu Sainz, Andrea Martin Garcia, and Lena Stinebrickner on our episode today.  They fill us in on how they are doing, what they are hoping to do post graduation, and what it’s like for them with this season’s team. We are so blessed to have them with us and thankful for their commitments this season.

The Inside Game-S2E11-Emma Bruwer & Carson Sisk

Our second year spotlight is on Emma Bruwer and Carson Sisk today as they join me to speak of their time finishing up their sophomore year. They share with us some past experiences and look ahead to what may be down the road for them as players and as possible careers beyond college.

The Inside Game-S2E10-Vilborg Jonsdottir, Myah Montgomery, & Riley Neal

This week is a special one for us. We get to honor our three seniors, Vilborg Jonsdottir, Myah Montgomery, and Riley Neal. Tune in to hear all about their experiences as they finish up their college careers this month. You won’t want to miss this one!

Barrier Breakers-S1EP4-Angel Welsh

In Episode 4 of the Breaking Barriers Podcast, host Lori Thurman, 1994 Kentucky Wesleyan College graduate and current Title IX and Disability Services Coordinator, sits down with fellow Panther alum Angel Welsh (Class of 2003), Executive Director and Founder of My Sister’s Keeper.

The conversation opens with Lori sharing her personal connection to Angel and My Sister’s Keeper, highlighting how their paths crossed through a shared commitment to serving unhoused women and children in the community. Angel reflects on her time at Kentucky Wesleyan College, where she balanced life as a student-athlete, cheerleader, and employee while working multiple jobs both on and off campus. She discusses the challenges of managing those responsibilities and what it was like to navigate college as a female athlete.

Angel shares her fondest memories from her time at KWC and offers insight into whether she experienced gender-based discrepancies or inequities during her athletic career. The discussion then turns deeply personal as Angel explains how her own life experiences inspired the creation of My Sister’s Keeper and fueled her passion for advocacy and shelter work.

Throughout the episode, Angel offers wisdom she wishes she could share with her younger self, reflects on gender inequities in sports and the workplace, and discusses why female athletes and coaches continue to be undervalued. She speaks candidly about what she is most proud of both professionally and personally, and considers whether there is any moment in her life she would change if given the chance.

The episode closes with a heartfelt reflection on motherhood, as Angel shares her hopes and dreams for her daughter and for the next generation of young women growing up in a world still striving for true equity.

This episode is an inspiring conversation about resilience, leadership, advocacy, and breaking barriers—both on and off the field.