Category: Podcasts
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Ep. 7: Alison Jane Martingano – Understanding Empathy and Putting in the Work
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Dr. Alison Jane Martingano believes most people are good — not perfect, not flawless, but genuinely trying their best. And she’s got the research to prove it. In this episode of The Lantern, host Dr. Ryan Martin chats with Dr. Martingano, assistant professor of psychology and head of UW–Green Bay’s Social Research Lab, about what empathy really means,…
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Ep. 173: Myth Busting (w/ Dr. Danielle Sneyd)
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In this episode of Psych and Stuff, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano sits down with Dr. Danielle Sneyd, assistant teaching professor of psychology at UW–Green Bay and self-proclaimed “myth buster.” Together, they take on some of psychology’s biggest misconceptions — from whether we only use 10% of our brains to the truth about learning styles,…
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Episode 64: Wrestler Wroundtable w/ Josie Valentine, Kujo, Ethen Matthews and Sam Eli
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In this corner, live from the 2025 Brown County Library Pop Con, weighing in at 58 minutes and 22 seconds, it’s the first-ever Wrestler Wroundtable on Serious Fun!In this episode, Bryan sits down with Hybrid Wrestling Entertainment stars “Marvelous” Ethen Matthews, Josie “The Icebox” Valentine, Kujo “The Mad Dog of War”, and Sam Eli to…
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Ep. 6: Corey Behnke: Gardens, Grit, and Going Live
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Corey Behnke has produced the worldwide New Year’s Eve broadcast in Times Square for more than a decade, co-founded Cheesehead TV for Green Bay Packers fans, and now finds new passion tending a pollinator garden across from Lambeau Field. In this episode of The Lantern, Corey joins host Ryan Martin to talk about risk, resilience,…
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Episode 63: “Life is the Story” w/ Lucy Knisley
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It’s the first of three shows from the 2025 Brown County Library Pop Con! Serious Fun Host Bryan sits down with cartoonist and author Lucy Knisley (Woe: A Housecat’s Story of Despair, Sugar Shack, Kid Gloves, Relish) to talk about her work and how she draws creativity from her own life and experiences. It’s a…
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Ep. 172: What Does It Mean to Flourish? (w/ Dr. Jon Beale & Dr. Nick Holton)
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In this episode of Psychology & Stuff, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano explores the psychology of human flourishing with Flourish FM hosts Dr. Jon Beale and Dr. Nick Holton. Together, they unpack what it really means to live a “good life” — from Aristotle’s classic philosophy to modern psychological research. The conversation dives into whether…
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Ep. 5: Barb LaMue – Championing Startups and Developing Talent
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In this episode of The Lantern, host Ryan Martin talks with Barb LaMue, President and CEO of New North, Inc., about her journey from growing up on a family farm to leading economic development across 18 counties in Northeast Wisconsin. Barb shares the story of her grandparents’ immigration, her passion for mentoring veteran-, women-, and…
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Ep. 171: Are Students Less Happy Today? UWGB Counselors Weigh In (w/ Illene Cupit & Michelle Gauger)
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In this episode of Psychology & Stuff, host Dr. Alison Jane Martingano sits down with two licensed counselors from the UW–Green Bay Wellness Center, Illene Cupit and Michelle Gauger, to talk about what they’re seeing on the ground when it comes to student mental health. Recent global research shows a dip in happiness and a…
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Ep. 4: Adam Kinzinger – From the Cockpit to the Capitol
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In this episode of The Lantern, Adam Kinzinger – former Congressman of Illinois’ 16th District and Lieutenant Colonel in the Air National Guard – joins Ryan Martin for a candid conversation about standing alone, pushing through doubt, and what it really means to lead with integrity. From imposter syndrome to national unity, Kinzinger reflects on…
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Ep. 2: Chris Kimbrough – From Badge to Barbershop
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In this episode of The Lantern, Dr. Ryan Martin talks with Chris Kimbrough—former police officer turned entrepreneur, community leader, and owner of Starz Barber and Beauty. Chris shares how his journey from badge to barbershop was fueled by resilience, faith, and a deep commitment to giving back. From building a business where clients become family…