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This Is Purdue

Purdue University
Purdue University
Education
Mental Health
Artificial Intelligence
Gen Z
Sports Engineering
Leadership
Amelia Earhart
NCAA Women's Basketball
Olympic Games
Business Etiquette
Wrigley Field
Chicago Cubs
Baseball
Indianapolis 500
1998-1999 Purdue Women's Basketball Team
Ray Ewry Sports Engineering Center
Holiday Parties
Turf Management
Brock-Wilson Center For Women In Business

This Is Purdue, the official podcast for Purdue University, highlights stories about Boilermakers from across all disciplines, who through research, innovation and determination, have persistently pursued their next giant leap. Hosted by Purdue University alum, Brian Lamb School of Communication graduate, and Indiana native Kate Young, This is Purdue aims to examine all of the incredible accomplis... more

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In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Haley Larsen (PhD English ’21), story lead of marketing and measurement at Pinterest.

As a storytelling expert and creative strategist for a global visual engine and social media platform, Haley’... more

In the final episode of “Finding Amelia,” we’re talking to Steve Schultz, Purdue University’s senior vice president and general counsel. As a field assistant on the search expedition to identify Amelia Earhart’s missing plane, Steve might play a role... more

In the third episode of “Finding Amelia,” we’re talking to Katey Watson, the France A. Córdova Archivist of Purdue Archives and Special Collections.

Katey manages Purdue Libraries’ Amelia Earhart Collection and is sharing the personal items Amelia l... more

In the second episode of “Finding Amelia,” we’re talking to Chad Pittman, president and CEO of the Purdue Research Foundation. He shares the story behind Amelia Earhart’s famed Purdue-funded Lockheed Electra 10-E airplane and how she planned to retur... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Schultz
Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Purdue University
Purdue University
Episode: Finding Amelia: Part 4 | The Search for Amelia Earhart’s Missing Plane
Katey Watson
France A. Cordova Archivist of Purdue Archives and Special Collections, manages Amelia Earhart Collection
Purdue Archives and Special Collections
Episode: Finding Amelia: Part 3 | Uncovering Amelia Earhart’s Rare Artifacts and Memorabilia
Chad Pittman
President and CEO of Purdue Research Foundation
Purdue Research Foundation
Episode: Finding Amelia: Part 2 | Amelia Earhart’s Plane”
Kelly Hiller
Chief Marketing Officer at Purdue University
Purdue University
Episode: Finding Amelia: Part 1 | Who Was Amelia Earhart?
Allie Gabriel
Director of the Center for Working Well, Purdue's Mitch Daniels School of Business
Purdue University
Episode: Why Focus Feels Harder Today and How To Train Your Brain
Kate Zipay
Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior and Human Resources at the Daniels School of Business
Purdue University
Episode: Why Focus Feels Harder Today and How To Train Your Brain
Stephanie Pemberton
Senior Vice President of Marketing for the Indianapolis Colts
Indianapolis Colts
Episode: The Future of Sports Careers: From the NFL Fan Experience to Data Analytics
Lauren Link
Assistant AD of Sports Nutrition for Purdue Athletics and a Purdue alumna
Purdue Athletics
Episode: Is TikTok Lying to You About Protein? The Truth About Nutrition Trends
Drew Brees
Former Boilermaker quarterback, Super Bowl champion, Hall of Famer
New Orleans Saints (NFL) / Purdue University
Episode: Hall of Fame Quarterback Drew Brees on Leadership and Life Beyond the NFL

Host

Kate Young
Host of This Is Purdue, Purdue University alumna with deep ties to Purdue's communications and campus storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • Hail Purdue!!!

    Love, love, love this podcast! I never miss an episode. If you are passionate about Purdue, you’ll become even more passionate listening to this pod. Go Boilers!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gerzy13
    United States3 years ago
  • Love love love

    As a Purdue graduate, I’m so happy to have found this podcast! Kate and team continue to find such interesting guests—whether thats a current student, faculty/staff member, or alumni taking their next giant leap. I’m especially loving this new research series, Mark Lundstrom’s episode truly amazed me as I didn't know about Purdue’s massive contributions to semiconductor research/education. Thanks for helping me start my Thursdays the right way! Keep it up! 🥰🚂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    merrrwelch
    United States3 years ago
  • Boiler Up!

    Awesome podcast for any Boilermaker of any generation. Kate and the team find some great Purdue people with great stories. President Chiang’s episode was fantastic. Hail Purdue!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trevor Peters
    United States4 years ago
  • Boiler Up!

    I love this podcast and the stories that Kate and her team bring! It’s an awesome way to still stay connected to Purdue, it’s community, and Alum!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doc1898
    United States4 years ago
  • Boiler up!

    Kate and her team does such a fantastic job capturing the stories of the people of Purdue. Every episode is just as evoking as the previous one and I am always looking forward to next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TgangoverEthang0
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's engaging interviewing style and strong Purdue focus.
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Fans appreciate diverse guests that span sports, engineering, and journalism.

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#122
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#205
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#220
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#237
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Focus Feels Harder Today and How To Train Your Brain
Q: How would you define deep focus and cognitive stamina in a world full of distractions?
Deep focus is choosing where to allocate attention for high-value work, while cognitive stamina is the sustained ability to endure difficult thinking over time; both require deliberate structure, routines, and boundaries to protect time for meaningful work.
The Future of Sports Careers: From the NFL Fan Experience to Data Analytics
Q: How do you see Purdue students integrating into the Indy sports community through this partnership?
By increasing awareness of internship and game-day opportunities, providing clear pathways from campus to the Colts' business operations, and creating a tangible presence in the heart of Indianapolis' sports ecosystem.
The Future of Sports Careers: From the NFL Fan Experience to Data Analytics
Q: What excites you most about partnering with Purdue, specifically with our Indianapolis location?
The collaboration merges two powerful, longstanding brands in a way that reinforces their shared commitment to developing the next generation of sports professionals and integrating education with real-world opportunities.
The Future of Sports Careers: From the NFL Fan Experience to Data Analytics
Q: Let's say we have students listening, watching today. What advice would you give them? What kind of skill sets do they need to land a dream job in sports right now?
Build a broad foundation with work ethic, problem solving, and the willingness to adapt to fast-paced environments, then specialize through internships and on-campus involvement to gain the specific technical or experiential skills desired for their target role.
True Crime, Cold Cases and the ‘CSI’ Effect: A Forensic Science Deep Dive
Q: What is the goal of your Forensic Investigation class and how does it benefit families involved in cold cases?
The class trains students in real-world methods, partners with Project Cold Case to focus on family-centered research, and produces social-media visuals and reports that can empower families and potentially aid investigations while teaching empathy and ethical communication.

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This program spotlights Boilermakers across disciplines who are pursuing their next giant leap, often through research, innovation, and leadership. Conversations center on Purdue-connected stories—from campus initiatives and student well-being to industry partnerships, sports culture, and regional impact—featuring alumni, faculty, and staff who illustrate practical applications of learning and a drive to contribute beyond campus. Noteworthy strengths include a strong regional focus on Indianapolis and Purdue's ecosystem, high-caliber guests spanning engineering, design, journalism, and athletics, and a consistently engaging host dynamic that weaves personal anecdotes with broader community and industry trends.

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1. Steve Schultz
2. Katey Watson
3. Chad Pittman
4. Kelly Hiller
5. Allie Gabriel
6. Kate Zipay
7. Stephanie Pemberton
8. Lauren Link

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