Thinking Out Loud
Thinking Out Loud
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Welcome to Thinking Out Loud, a podcast produced by Resurrection University, where we pride ourselves on informing, educating, and making a difference. Join ResU in thoughtful conversations that will pique your curiosity and expand your mind. ResU’s thought leaders and partners will introduce unique ideas and ways that help listeners make choices that are influential, mindful and impactful.
Res U – Thinking Out Loud : It’s Never Too Late to Pursue Your Dream
Dr. Therese A. Scanlan welcomes Rebecca Klein-Collins, author of “Never Too Late: The Adult Student’s Guide to College,” for a conversation about going back to school! They discuss combatting fears and common misconceptions, tips for non-traditional college students, and why going back to college might just be the best next step for you, no matter […]
Jan 22, 2020
Res U – Thinking Out Loud: IPE is the Key to Reducing Medical Mistakes
Did you know that, according to a study conducted by the National Academy of Medicine, 44,000-98,000 people die per year due to medical mistakes in the United States? Dr. Reem Azhari and host Dr. Therese A. Scanlan discuss what you can do as a consumer to advocate for your health, and what healthcare workers are […]
Jan 14, 2020
Res U – Thinking Out Loud: Chauncey Incarnato's journey to nursing was anything but traditional– yours can be too!
Dr. Therese A. Scanlan talks to Chauncey Incarnato, a nurse in the neurological trauma intensive care unit of a Level One Trauma Center in Chicago. Chauncey is a career changer who enjoyed a successful college football career before moving to Chicago and working as a personal trainer, bar back, bellman and even security for night […]
Jan 7, 2020
Res U – Thinking Out Loud: From federal agent to nursing, Fount Hankle, has always been in the business of helping people.
Dr. Therese A. Scanlan talks to Fount Hankle, a federal agent who decided to become a nurse at the age of 48 while still working in law enforcement. During Fount’s distinguished 25-year law enforcement career, he has held positions as Special Agent with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the […]
Dec 24, 2019
Res U – Thinking Out Loud: It’s Amazing To Be Needed: Changing your Career can Change Your Life
President Therese A. Scanlan welcomes special guest Aric M. Shimek, BSN, RN, CCRN, CPN, a career-changer who turned to nursing following the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti in 2010. Aric shares his journey to nursing, his current role in Telehealth, what it’s like to be a male in nursing, and how he’s established himself as a […]
Dec 3, 2019
Res U – Thinking Out Loud: Healthy Holidays: Being Grateful with your Plateful of Healthier Options
Days are shorter, nights are longer, and visions of sugarplums dance in your head as the holidays draw near! But the temptations of the holidays can lead to total derailment of the healthy lifestyle habits you’ve worked all year long to establish. Take back the holidays, celebrate the real reasons for this season, and listen […]
Nov 26, 2019
Check out the research: Essential Oils as an alternative to opioids for pain management
We all have that friend who raves about the miraculous effects of essential oils (or maybe you are that friend!). But is there truth to the belief that essential oils can assist with pain relief? Listen in to hear about the exciting study on essential and pain management conducted by Dr. Christopher Galloway!
Nov 19, 2019
Inserting a spoon in someone’s mouth during an epileptic seizure is what NOT to do. Learn what to do here.
Epilepsy Awareness Month: A Conversation with the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago Did you know that 1 in 26 people in the United States will be diagnosed with epilepsy in their lifetimes? President Therese A. Scanlan sat down with Director of Education at the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, Ayesha Akhtar, to discuss Dr. Scanlan’s […]
Nov 5, 2019
Res U – Thinking Out Loud: Get the skinny on diets.
We’re talking about dieting.  Every body is different, but how do you figure out what works for your body? Eat fat. Don’t eat fat. Ok, you can eat fat now, but only if it’s the right kind of fat because it can be good for your heart. Eat as much protein as possible, but no, not too much because […]
Oct 22, 2019
Res U – Thinking Out Loud: Mindfulness & Meditation: Meditation can be your medication.
Mental health is just as important as physical health; in fact, focusing on your mental wellbeing through mindfulness and meditation can be its own kind of medication!  Just like our bodies, we need to make time to take care of our minds.  Listen in to hear how making time for mindfulness and meditation can revolutionize […]
Oct 15, 2019
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