Oh That's Cool!
Jared Durden and Andrew Crocker set out to meet their coworkers at Ozarks Technical Community College. Each episodes introduces a new member of the college who teaches Jared and Andrew something they didn't know before. Join Jared and Andrew on their adventure as they learn about a broad range of fascinating topics, their colleagues, and maybe even friendship.
Episodes
58 episodes
Episode 54: Dr. Tracy Mcgrady-"A Conversation with Dr. Tracy McGrady"
In this special episode of Oh That's Cool, we sit down with Dr. Tracy McGrady, Provost at Ozarks Technical Community College, for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation as she prepares to retire this May. Dr. McGrady reflects on ...
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Episode 54
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Episode 53: Meganne Rosen-" Artist in Residence."
In this exciting episode of "Oh, That's Cool!" We welcome Meganne Rosen, a passionate faculty member from the Art, Design, and Humanities department at OTC. Meganne shares her insights into the world of art history and drawing, as well as...
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Episode 53
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52:06
Fall 24 Picnic!!!
Welcome to another episode of Oh, That’s Cool!—the podcast where we talk about all the amazing people, we work with at Ozarks Technical Community College. Today we’re diving into the excitement, community spirit, and fun of OTC’s Fall ...
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Episode 52: Heather Lewellen and Lea Gannaway-"Mental Health at Ozarks Tech"
Welcome to Oh, That's Cool!, the podcast where we highlight the amazing people and initiatives shaping the OTC community. I'm your host, Jared Durden, and today we have a special episode featuring two incredible guests from our Counsel...
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Episode 52
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52:20
Episode 51: Dr. Erin Wehrnman-"Conflict Resolution."
🎙️ Welcome back, everyone! 🎉 We’re excited to bring you a special episode today as we dive into something new and incredibly valuable. Joining us is none other than Dr. Erin Wehrman, an Associate Professor from MSU’s Department of...
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Episode 51
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54:18
Episode 50: Dr. Joan Barrett-"A Student Affairs Vice-Chancellor to Remember"
Welcome back, folks! Brace yourselves for an electrifying milestone as we celebrate our 50th episode of "Oh That's Cool"! Today, we embark on a bittersweet journey as we bid farewell to Dr. Joan Barrett, the esteemed Vice-Chancellor of Student ...
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Episode 50
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46:06
Episode 49: David Ball- " A Brief History of Writing."
Welcome back, listeners! Get ready for an enlightening journey in this episode as we sit down with Carol Jones Writing Center Director, Dr. David Ball. Join us as David shares the epic narrative of his life, tracing his roots from a humble ...
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Episode 49
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Episode 48: Alysia Swearengin-" Adjunct's need community too."
We are back! In this exciting episode we introduce adjunct Mathematics Instructor, Alysia Swearengin. Alysia shares her story as a former OTC student who is currently working on her master's at MSU. We learn about her passion for teaching...
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Episode 48
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56:23
Episode 47: Dani Brink and Sydney Park-" How to start your own podcast"
Welcome back, listeners! Get ready for an electrifying episode as we dive into the world of healthcare education. Join us as we introduce two remarkable individuals from the Associate of Science in Nursing program within the Health Sciences dep...
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Episode 47
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1:00:37
Episode 46: Erin Dooley-"The Dooley Podcast Take Over"
Welcome back, folks! Hold onto your seats because in this thrilling episode, we're shaking things up a bit. Our very own Education Development Coordinator, Erin Dooley, steps into the spotlight as our new host. Erin takes the reins and dive...
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Episode 46
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54:00
Episode 45: Micha White-"How do we coordinate student engagment and welcome new hires?"
We are back! In this exciting episode we introduce a new member of the OTC community, Student Engagment Coordinator, Micha White. We get to know more about Micha and the journey she took to OTC. We learn about her hamster related shenanni...
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Episode 45
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52:43
Episode 44: Kat Westmoreland-" A day in the life of a Health Science Navigator"
We are back! In this exciting episode we continue our series on Navigators and Student Success as we meet Navigator for Heatlh Sciences, Kat Westmoreland. We get to know more about Kat and the journey she took here to OTC. We learn about ...
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Episode 44
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53:24
Episode 43: Bob Jahnke-" A day in the life of a Navigator"
We are back! In this back to school episode we meet Navigator for Arts, Science, and Bussiness, Bob Jahnke. We get to know more about Bob and the journey he took here to OTC. Finally we answer the question, "What about Bob?". This is the ...
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Episode 43
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Episode 42: Ginger Luke-"What is Student Success?"
We are back! In this back to school episode we meet Director of Student Success, Ginger Luke. We spill the Tea and learn about the creation, implementation, and direction of Student Success at OTC. This is the first in our Student Success...
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Episode 42
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51:57
Episode 41: Kari Hanks-"What is RootEd?"
We are back! In this special summer episode we meet RootEd regional director, Kari Hanks. Spoiler alert, Andrew knows her from childhood. Kari informs us on her role in and the amazing work RootEd is doing in the state of Missouri. Join u...
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Episode 41
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51:02
Episode 40: Dr. Jessica Gerard-"A brief history of travel"
We are back! In this episode we meet now Retired History Instructor, Dr. Jessica Gerard. Dr. Gerard discusses her time here at OTC and reflects on what she learned from teaching in America. She recounts her tenure including her leadership in th...
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Episode 40
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59:48
Episode 39: John Fishback-"Why do we give grades?"
We are back! In this episode we meet Bio clinical Science instructor, John Fishback. John discusses the concept of specification grading. He explains that specification grading is a type of assessment where students are graded based on whether ...
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Episode 39
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1:13:31
Episode 38: Joseph McTaggart-"Emotional Labor and Intelligence in the classroom."
Welcome to this episode of Oh That's Cool! Today, we are excited to feature Joseph McTaggart, a Lead Paramedicine Instructor who is deeply committed to preparing his students for the realities and demands of the field. With a wealth of experien...
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Episode 38
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56:43
Episode 37: Kristy Conner-"TEST ANXIETY!!!"
Welcome to this episode of Oh That's Cool! In this installment, we have the pleasure of speaking with Kristy Conner, an esteemed Practical Nursing Instructor who is dedicated to inspiring and empowering her students. Kristy shares her wealth of...
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Episode 37
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Episode 36: Abby Rea Hicks-"A girl like me"
Get ready for an exciting episode as we sit down with Abby Rea Hicks, a Grants and Strategic Planning Analyst with a fascinating story to share! Abby takes us on a journey from Dallas, Texas to Springfield, Missouri, where she compares the two ...
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Episode 36
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45:51
Episode 35: Greg French-"A Brief History of Sports"
In this episode we meet department of Social Sciences chair, Greg French. Greg talks sports with us as we recorded this the Friday before the Chiefs won the super bowl! Let us know who you thinks predictions were the closest. Greg also shares t...
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Episode 35
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1:02:43
Episode 34: Phillip Duncan-"Motorcycles and Masons."
In this episode we meet custodian, Phillip Duncan. Phillip shares his 23 years of experience as a member of the college. Phillip is also a long time Free Mason and Scottish Rite. Andrew and I learn a little about the history of these organizati...
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Episode 34
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50:25
Episode 33: Phil Forrester-"Sheets of sound."
In this episode we meet Lead Music Instructor Phil Forrester. Phil shares his passion for music and introucing students to new music or at least music that is new to them. He discusses the Jazz Band he has created at OTC through an innovation c...
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Episode 33
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Episode 32: Brian Millner at MCCA-"Buiding Communities Through Podcasting"
In this very special eisode we meet president of MCCA, Brian Millner. Andrew and Jared made a trip to the Union Station Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri to attend the 2022 Missouri Community College Association meeting. This episode was recorded li...
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Episode 32
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