How do you start your own business in sports? What’s it like representing athletes? How are AI and NIL impacting players? Renowned sports agent, philanthropist, author, and the inspiration behind Jerry Maguire, Leigh Steinberg, sits down with APU’s Dr. Jim Reese and Dr. Brittany Jacobs today to discuss all this, and more, while answering questions submitted by our students. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI-generated content: how original is it? What are the legal ramifications? How does AI identify truths? And, from whose perspective? American Public University’s Dr. Bjorn Mercer and James Lendvay discuss these questions—and more—on today’s episode. (Catch up on Part 1 here if you missed it.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Starting new classes is exciting, but it can also bring a lot of anxiety and uncertainty especially for students who are new to online learning. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Linda Ashar talks to Dr. Doris Blanton about the challenges students often face when starting online education for the first time. Learn why students often experience imposter syndrome and how you can improve your self-confidence and become better at time management so you don’t rely on tools like AI to do the learning for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In December 2022, President Biden signed into law the Speak Out Act, which essentially invalidates non-disclosure (NDA) or non-disparagement agreements in cases involving sexual assault or sexual harassment. American Public University professor Cynthia Gentile talks to attorney Ivy Kempf about how this bipartisan legislation arose from the #MeToo movement and the nuances of this new federal legislation and similar state laws that continue to amend employee protections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr. Linda Ashar talks with career coach Maisha Christian about the challenges of mid-career changes brought about by COVID and fast-moving technological advancements such as artificial intelligence (AI). Learn how to navigate these career changes by recognizing and leveraging your own leadership style. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast, Dr. Jim Reese - coordinator of internships and community relations for the Sports Management and Esports programs at APU – speaks with Sarah Jamieson. Sarah is a former student of the University, currently excelling in the field of sports management. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

APU’s Dr. Bjorn Mercer and James Lendvay engage in a compelling dialogue on the impact of AI in education, arts, and employment. They explore academic integrity, the authenticity of AI-created art, and the transformative role of AI in the workforce, shedding light on the complex interface between AI and our everyday lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, APU’s Dr. Nicole Drumhiller talks to Drs. Harry Cooper, Elliott Lynn, and Andre Slonopas about the dangers we face from our consistent cyber presence and the ways we can protect ourselves.(Complete our survey to tell us what you think about our episodes!)  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When disaster strikes, no one wants to leave their beloved pets behind. To ensure pets are prepared for unpredictable situations, owners should incorporate them into their emergency plans. In addition, for dogs, especially, owners should undergo professional training to build up their dog’s resiliency and skills so they can cope in stressful situations.In this episode, APU’s Dr. Nicole Drumhiller talks to an emergency and disaster management (EDM) expert and two dog training experts about the steps owners should take to prepare their pets for stressful situations.Hear Dr. Chris Reynolds’ insights from his 33 years of disaster response experience about what to expect during an emergency situation and how pet owners should modify their disaster preparedness plans to account for their pets’ well-being. Also hear from award-winning dog trainers, Glen Gosse and Rachel Nelson, about specific types of training and skills their dogs should have so they’re prepared for stressful and unexpected situations.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billionaire. Genius. Visionary. Elon Musk is well known for his business achievements, but his leadership leaves something to be desired. In this episode, APU’s Dr. Bjorn Mercer talks to APU’s Dr. Linda Ashar and Dr. Cynthia Gentile about this polarizing figure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.