<p><em>A campus podcast that is a stage for student voices, faculty wisdom, and the spirit of community.</em></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregdpillar/">Dr. Greg Pillar</a> shares how <a href="https://gregpillar.com/resources/podcasts-media/"><em>The Bulldog Mindset</em></a><em> </em>podcast grew from an idea into a thriving campus podcast that amplifies the voices of students, faculty, and the broader Gardner-Webb community. Through thoughtful preparation, creative questions, and a commitment to authentic conversation, he reflects on lessons learned from the first season, the importance of consistency, and the surprising ways podcasting builds confidence and connection. His insights reveal how a single show can capture the energy of academic life while leaving a platform for future voices to carry forward.</p><p><strong>Episode Links:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://gregpillar.com/resources/podcasts-media/">The Bulldog Mindset Podcast</a> </li><li><a href="https://gardner-webb.edu/resources/podcast/">Gardner-Webb University Official Podcast Network</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregdpillar/">Greg Pillar | LinkedIn</a></li><li><a href="https://gregpillar.com/">Greg Pillar</a></li><li><a href="https://gardner-webb.edu/people/gregory-pillar/">Dr. Gregory D. Pillar - Gardner-Webb University</a> </li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Us</strong></p><ul><li>Share Feedback &amp; Ask Questions: <a href="mailto:hello@continuingstudiespodcast.com">hello@continuingstudiespodcast.com</a></li><li>Learn More:<a href="https://www.continuingstudiespodcast.com/"> Continuing Studies Podcast</a></li><li>Follow:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/97470907"> Continuing Studies LinkedIn Page</a></li><li>Join LinkedIn Group: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14115712/">University Podcasters Network</a></li><li>Connect w/ Jen:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferleejpodcreations/"> LinkedIn</a> or  jpodcreations@gmail.com </li><li>Connect w/ Neil: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/namcphedran/"> LinkedIn</a> or neil@podiumpodcastco.com</li><li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/namcphedran"> @namcphedran</a> /<a href="https://twitter.com/podiumpodcastco"> @podiumpodcastco</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@continuingstudiespod">Youtube</a></li><li><a href="https://higheredpods.com/">HigherEdPods</a></li></ul><p><br><strong>Chapters:</strong></p><p></p><ul><li>(00:00) - Introduction </li> <li>(05:25) - Launching The Bulldog Mindset </li> <li>(07:38) - Who’s the Audience </li> <li>(08:37) - Student Voices: “What’s in Your Backpack?” </li> <li>(09:50) - Lessons from Season One </li> <li>(12:12) - Passing Knowledge Forward </li> <li>(13:27) - Developing Interview Skills </li> <li>(14:53) - The Team Behind the Podcast </li> <li>(15:48) - Building a Consistent Podcast Rhythm </li> <li>(17:55) - Leaving a Legacy </li> <li>(19:43) - Student Opportunities in Podcasting </li> <li>(21:37) - From Q&amp;A to Conversation </li> <li>(22:50) - Giving Students a Voice </li> <li>(25:20) - Greg’s Broader Podcast Journey </li> <li>(29:15) - Conclusion</li> </ul>

Continuing Studies: Higher Ed Podcasting

Jennifer-Lee Gunson & Neil McPhedran. HigherEdPods.com. Podium Podcast Co.

How Podcasting Builds Belonging in Higher Ed

OCT 6, 202532 MIN
Continuing Studies: Higher Ed Podcasting

How Podcasting Builds Belonging in Higher Ed

OCT 6, 202532 MIN

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A campus podcast that is a stage for student voices, faculty wisdom, and the spirit of community.

Dr. Greg Pillar shares how The Bulldog Mindset podcast grew from an idea into a thriving campus podcast that amplifies the voices of students, faculty, and the broader Gardner-Webb community. Through thoughtful preparation, creative questions, and a commitment to authentic conversation, he reflects on lessons learned from the first season, the importance of consistency, and the surprising ways podcasting builds confidence and connection. His insights reveal how a single show can capture the energy of academic life while leaving a platform for future voices to carry forward.

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Chapters:

  • (00:00) - Introduction
  • (05:25) - Launching The Bulldog Mindset
  • (07:38) - Who’s the Audience
  • (08:37) - Student Voices: “What’s in Your Backpack?”
  • (09:50) - Lessons from Season One
  • (12:12) - Passing Knowledge Forward
  • (13:27) - Developing Interview Skills
  • (14:53) - The Team Behind the Podcast
  • (15:48) - Building a Consistent Podcast Rhythm
  • (17:55) - Leaving a Legacy
  • (19:43) - Student Opportunities in Podcasting
  • (21:37) - From Q&A to Conversation
  • (22:50) - Giving Students a Voice
  • (25:20) - Greg’s Broader Podcast Journey
  • (29:15) - Conclusion