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Talk 8 at State

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The Department of Health and Exercise Studies at NC State is home to dynamic faculty, students, and course offerings that contribute to building a healthy and active NC State community Inspired by the Department’s Take 8 at State challenge, “Talk 8 at State” is a biweekly podcast that showcases the amazing experiences this department has to offer!

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The Department of Health and Exercise Studies at NC State is home to dynamic faculty, students, and course offerings that contribute to building a healthy and active NC State community Inspired by the Department’s Take 8 at State challenge, “Talk 8 at State” is a biweekly podcast that showcases the amazing experiences this department has to offer!

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English


Episodes
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Outdoor Leadership Minor with Maddy Hannan

4/20/2022
In this episode, we sit down with Outdoor Leadership minor student Maddy Hannan. Maddy discusses what led her to pursue a minor in Outdoor Leadership, some of her favorite classes, and how being outdoors breaks up the monotony of a typical college schedule.

Duration:00:07:06

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Sports Science Minor with Kaitlyn Madden

3/4/2022
In this episode, we sit down with Sports Science minor student Kaitlyn Madden. Kaitlyn dives into the details of the minor, including her favorite classes, practicum experience, and post-graduation plans.

Duration:00:09:54

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Dr. Jerry Loflin's Journey to NC State

11/17/2021
In this episode, we catch up with Associate Teaching Professor, Dr. Jerry Loflin. Dr. Loflin examines his career path that led him to NC State, reflects on the development of his teaching style, and describes what he enjoys most about working with Wolfpack students

Duration:00:10:16

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Dr. Brenda Watson

11/4/2021
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Brenda Watson, one of the newest faculty members in the Department of Health and Exercise Studies. Dr. Watson, a Wolfpack alumna, takes a deep dive into her unique journey that led her to becoming an assistant teaching professor at NC State University.

Duration:00:14:36

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Coaching Education Minor with Grace Patton

4/7/2021
Grace Patton discusses her experience in the Coaching Education Minor here at NC State. Grace talks about some major lessons she’s learned, and how the minor has helped her connect with the students she coaches, her career goals, and even her family!

Duration:00:12:08

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Starting a career in Health and Wellness and International Women’s Day with Lecturer Macy Kalb

3/15/2021
In this episode of Talk 8 at State, we sit down with HES Lecturer Macy Kalb to discuss the evolution of Health and Wellness from the ’80s (hello leotards!) to now, where women are breaking the mold. We also learn about Macy’s career path leading her to the Department of Health and Exercise Studies.

Duration:00:18:33

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NC State Students Recall Their Favorite HES Classes

3/3/2021
In this episode of Talk 8 at State, five NC State Students tell us their favorite and most memorable HES classes they have taken.

Duration:00:05:03

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Getting Outside with Abby Hepp

2/8/2021
Abby Hepp ’23 made the most out of her online semester and travelled across the country, completing classwork and exploring the outdoors. Abby tells us about her trip, her background in outdoor adventuring, and resource

Duration:00:13:03

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Outdoor Adventures and Experiences with Robert Seevers

2/6/2021
We sit down with outdoor adventurer and junior, Robert Seevers. Robert tells us about his experiences with outdoor activities around North Carolina, at NC State (shout-out to Faux Rock!), and his position as a Climbing Wall Program Assistant.

Duration:00:17:41

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Fitness and Running with Peyton Barish

2/5/2021
We sit down with Peyton Barish ’22, a runner for the NC State track team. Peyton tells us about his experience as a collegiate athlete and how NC State classes and resources can help any student reach their fitness goal

Duration:00:17:32

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Outdoor Leadership with Scott Schneider

2/1/2021
In this episode of Talk 8 at State, we sit down with HES senior lecturer Scott Schneider to talk about all things outdoor leadership. We discuss how Scott got involved in Outdoor Leadership programming, and how NC State students can get involved in outdoor leadership at any skill level!

Duration:00:09:19

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Dance Minor with Joan Nicholas-Walker

2/1/2021
In this episode of Talk 8 at State, we sit down with HES Assistant Teaching Professor Joan Nicholas-Walker to discuss the Dance Minor. We also learn how Joan’s dance career led her to NC State and hear her recommendations for students that want to get involved with dance.

Duration:00:15:09

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Health and Fitness in the NC State Community with Mark Beatty

2/1/2021
In this episode of Talk 8 at State, we sit down with HES Lecturer Mark Beatty to learn about his journey from an undergraduate student at NC State to becoming a HES lecturer. We also hear how the NC State community has benefitted from health, exercise, and wellness courses.

Duration:00:11:51

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Minoring in Dance with Lizzie Stone

2/1/2021
In this episode of Talk 8 at State, we sit down with Lizzie Stone ’21 to discuss why she decided to minor in Dance and how she plans to continue her love of dance after graduation.

Duration:00:09:41

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Dance Minor with Nora Askew

2/1/2021
In this episode of Talk 8 at State, we sit down with Nora Askew ’20 to discuss her experience in the Dance Minor here at NC State. Nora explains how she has seen the dance field evolve and why she chose to pursue the minor along with her Biological Sciences major.

Duration:00:12:24