How does experiential learning prepare college students for real-world careers? At Texas State, journalism students don’t just study reporting — they do it. They cover major news events and interview real people. Students re...
If you’re a high-achieving professional who feels successful everywhere except your health, this episode of Stories of Change and Creativity might be for you. I can certainly relate! Many driven professionals excel in their ...
If you’re a fan of Outlander , the historical fiction series set in Scotland, like I am, this episode is for you. In this conversation, I talk with Dr. Alexandra “Alex” Dold, a literary scholar and historian known as the “Doc...
In this music-filled episode of Stories of Change and Creativity , Judy Oskam sits down with singer-songwriter and education leader Dr. Candace Hastings to explore what it means to live a creative life of purpose. They talk ...
What do you say when someone you love is dying—and you know your time together is limited? In this practical and compassionate episode, Judy Oskam talks with Dr. Maureen Keeley, a leading researcher on end-of-life communicati...
January is often framed as a month of restriction—Dry January, less sugar, less indulgence, less everything. But what if January wasn’t about giving things up? What if it was about trying ? In this Try January episode, Judy O...
What is home? Is it a place, a memory, a landscape—or a journey? In this episode, Judy Oskam explores the transformative meaning of home with Navajo Designer Amy Denet Deal. She's the founder of 4 Kinship , Indigenous Future...
What if celebration isn’t something “extra,” but something essential to living a meaningful, connected life? If you're like me, you're always looking for reasons to celebrate and enjoy life. In this episode of Stories of Cha...
How do sports, culture, and communication shape who we are? In this episode, Judy Oskam talks with University of Alabama Sports Scholar Dr. Kenon Brown. Dr. Brown is a professor of advertising and public relations, co-direct...
What’s your relationship with money? Do you worry about having enough? Does money guide all of your decisions? In this episode of Stories of Change and Creativity , I talk with Mary Liz Burns about the psychology of money . S...
For our 100th episode, I sit down with Dr. Kelly Damphousse , the 10th president of Texas State University. A sociologist by training, President Damphousse talks candidly about the midnight moment that set the tone for his pr...
Do you know your values? You might think you know your values, but are you living your values, right now? In this solo episode, Judy Oskam reflects on a recent experience she shared with her daughter, Danielle. Together, they...
What does it really mean to be free? In this episode of Stories of Change and Creativity , Judy Oskam sits down with Christian Ray Flores —a high-performance coach, entrepreneur, and author of the Little Book of Big Reasons t...
In this powerful episode, Ontario veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford shows us what it truly means to live with passion and a sense of adventure. He's called the Worldwide Vet. Dr. Redford travels the world combining his veterin...
Why are companies firing Gen Z employees — and what can be done to help them succeed? In August, I attended the 2025 Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication conference in San Francisco. My colleague, Dr. Nandini Bhalla of Texas State University, led a stellar panel titled “Wh…
On this episode I talk with Christine Blosdale – expert authority coach and podcaster – about how to overcome imposter syndrome and establish yourself as a leader in your field. Christine offers real-world strategies to boos...
In this short solo episode, I share some thoughts about my study abroad experience in Scotland. It pushed me and my students out of our comfort zone, but that was a very good thing. I taught one of the first Edinburgh hub cl...
How do you keep moving forward when the road isn’t clear? In this episode of Stories of Change and Creativity – Scotland Edition , I sit down with Bety Téllez Mora, Content and Campaigns Officer at Queen Margaret University -...
Study abroad Scotland. An unforgettable experience of culture, courage, and personal growth. Texas State University junior Jamin Ochoa signed up for a public relations class in Scotland and it's been a life-changing experie...
Just say yes to opportunities. Grace White, a rising sophomore public relations major at Texas State University, shares her transformative experiences about her three-week study abroad program in Scotland. Grace was a studen...
Education abroad gives students the chance to discover the world beyond their familiar borders. On this episode of Stories of Change and Creativity: Scotland Edition, I had the chance to talk with Angie Olmos. Angie is a so...
What’s it like to leave the U.S. for the first time and study in a new country? In this short series I'm highlighting our Texas State University education abroad program in Scotland. Students and faculty spent three weeks living and working on the campus of Queen Margaret University, near Edinburgh…
Are you a professor, researcher or writer? Do you battle with distraction and writer's block? If so, a writing retreat might be just what you need to finish your project. Retreats provide academics with distraction-free environments to focus solely on their writing projects, helping them make signi…
For college grads In this short solo-episode, I hope to send a message of encouragement to college grads. Standing at life's crossroads after graduation doesn't mean you need to have all the answers—just take that first step. You've got this. The path reveals itself through action, so it's importan…
