Aurora: Recent Episodes
Whatcom Museum
Join us as we delve into the economics surrounding monopolies and oligopolies as well as discuss investing and the federal reserve. Whether you are new to this subject or are interested in studying economics, this episode will help you learn about the careers and opportunities that are available through economical studies.
Mina walks us through her process of creating her photography as well as how she has balances her education with her passion of art.
Check out Mina's work: https://www.whatcommuseum.org/exhibition/let-it-shine/
Ben and Owen explore the world of film with Reuben from the creation of a story to making it come to life on the screen.
Check out Reuben's work: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6455458/
In this episode, Ben and Owen talk with Chris Fredlund, a running coach at Squalicum High School. They discuss the how sports (and running in particular) create community and growth.
In this episode, Nate discusses his expertise as an admissions counselor and walks Ben and Owen through applying to college and what to focus on in your application.
Join us as we chat with Maria Coltharp, Curator of Collections at the Whatcom Museum. Learn about what goes into exhibition design, how museum objects are cared for, and why museums rotate art. Maria shares some out of the box art stories with Ben and Owen too! Great for anyone interested in working with art or in the museum field.
Join us as we sit down with acclaimed actor Michael O'Keefe to talk about his journey from high school drama class to Hollywood stardom. Ben and Owen learn how to approach character development, the challenges he's faced in his career, and the mentors who have influenced him along the way. This is a perfect episode for aspiring actors looking to make their mark in the industry. Whether you're a fan of his work or just interested in the world of acting this is the episode for you.
In this episode, Ben and Owen talk with John Romano about how he found his path in computer science, as well as advice for anyone looking to do the same.
In this episode, Ben and Owen interview Samantha who is a software engineer working in virtual reality at Apple. Samantha discusses how she became interested in virtual reality and what her job is like working for a large company. This is a great listen for anyone who is interested in software engineering as a major or for someone who wants to learn more about virtual reality.
In this episode, Ben and Coleton talk with Chris Holt on the upcoming shift in transportation to electric vehicles. Chris is working on a PhD dissertation at Oxford on the electrification of transit in developing countries, an important component of creating a green energy future.
In this episode, we discuss the process of turning an idea into a tangible product. Akshay Dinakar, a Stanford graduate in product design discusses his experiences in the field and offers insight into the thought process behind choosing a major.
In this episode, we discuss the history of eugenics and its influence on America. During the progressive movement, eugenics was swept under the rug and only was realized as the evil it was after WWII and the holocaust. Observing the history and impacts of eugenics is important for anyone interested in the field of science.
In this inaugural episode, hosts Ben Lann and Coleton McCoy are joined by Dr. Bruce Larson, from Western Washington University's Woodring College, to discuss the various ways and methods we learn.