This podcast is hosted by Harper Meacham, a student at Washington and Lee University. Harper sits down with students and professors at the university, as well as individuals who have a unique perspective on life that are outside of the immediate school community. This podcast is more of a casual conversation between Harper and his guest, discussing a broad range of topics, including but not limited to wrestling, AI, ethnic culture(s), adoption, academics, family and friend relationships, and any other areas the conversation leads. Harper began his podcast in 2023 out of his love for learning.
Ep. 28 - Dr. Shane Lynch | Choral Conducting, W&L Univeristy Singers, Films
Dr. Shane Lynch is an award-winning conductor, composer, and music educator who has served as Director of Choral Activities at Washington and Lee University since 2009. He leads the University Singers—an internationally recognized touring choir—and the Glee Club, while also directing the university’s unique Choral Conductor Mentorship Program. A sought-after clinician and guest conductor, Dr. Lynch has worked with ensembles across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, and his research spans topics from Neo-Impressionism in choral music to eurhythmics in rehearsal. As a composer, he has earned acclaim for works like Joseph and Grace, which premiered in Ireland and won the NCCO composition contest. Dr. Lynch’s academic journey includes degrees from Concordia College, the University of Northern Colorado, and the University of Washington, and he will soon serve as Lead Instructor for the Cork International Choir Festival’s Conducting Course. Looking ahead, Dr. Lynch will lead the 2024–2025 University Singers on an 8-day international tour of Croatia and Slovenia beginning April 18, 2025!
5 Oct 2024
Ep. 27 – Prof. Jeff Schatten | The Art of Negotiation, Start-ups, Artificial Intelligence, Comedy
Jeff Schatten is an Associate Professor of Business Administration at Washington and Lee University. Jeff specializes in artificial intelligence, organizational behavior, and leadership, and his upcoming book AI Will Take Your Job (and It's for the Best): Embracing the New Social Contract for the Age of AI will be published by Emerald Publishing in 2025. In this episode, we dive into AI’s transformative impact on work and society, while also discussing Jeff’s unique experiences, including his time as a stand-up comedian in Barcelona and his innovative teaching methods.
10 Jun 2024
Ep. 26 – Stacy Yurkovskaya | Belarusian Heritage, Learning English, Eastern European Culture vs American
Stacy Yurkovskaya is a sophomore at Washington and Lee University. Alongside her classes, Stacy serves as a TA for the Russian Language department, helping students learn the language. She's extremely inquisitive and gifted in many areas of learning. In this episode, Stacy and I bond over our mutual Belarusian origins and discuss the power of language and culture.
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