# episode adventures (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover episode adventures. Page: Feed: --- ## More Than a Package: Unexpected Paths in Career, Identity, and Belonging - Adventures in Advising _2026-08-17 · Adventures in Advising_ Dr. Xiao Yuan returns to Adventures in Advising for a conversation that goes far beyond academic advising. Since her last appearance in 2022, Xiao’s journey has taken some unexpected turns—from higher education and recruiting to investing in the last-mile delivery industry, where she discovered powerful connections between her research on belonging and the invisible human stories behind every… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19545764-more-than-a-package-unexpected-paths-in-career-identity-and-belonging-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## Publishing Your Advising Expertise - Adventures in Advising _2026-07-13 · Adventures in Advising_ What does it take to turn great advising ideas into published scholarship? In this episode of The Adventures in Advising , Ryan is joined by Melissa Cumbia, Sarah Bechtel, and Alanna Bitzel —members of NACADA's Publications Advisory Board—for an honest conversation about their journeys as writers, collaborators, and contributors to the academic advising profession. Together, they explore how… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19408878-publishing-your-advising-expertise-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## Global Conversations: Academic Advising in Africa - Adventures in Advising _2026-07-06 · Adventures in Advising_ Guest host Margaret Mbindyo from Millersville University chats with Gugu Khanye , University of the Free State; Jonathan Muema Mwania , Makueni University College; and Oyebimpe Olusanya , Federal University of Technology Akure to explore how culture, community, and compassion shape student success. From the power of "it takes a village" to mentorship and holistic support, the panel also discuss… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19263443-global-conversations-academic-advising-in-africa-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## Changing Lives: The Power of One Advising Conversation - Adventures in Advising _2026-06-29 · Adventures in Advising_ What can one conversation change? In this inspiring episode of Adventures in Advising , guest host Dr. Melinda Anderson sits down with newly minted Dr. Erika Nixon-Lambert to explore how a chance encounter, the guidance of caring academic advisors, and the power of community transformed her path from the cosmetics industry to earning her Doctor of Pharmacy. Together, they discuss resilience,… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19219665-changing-lives-the-power-of-one-advising-conversation-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## [Transform Fighting & Resolve Conflict PART 2 - Argument Tips for Couples with Trauma](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Transform-Fighting--Resolve-Conflict-PART-2---Argument-Tips-for-Couples-with-Trauma-e3l8ggf) _2026-06-25 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ Why do relationship arguments become so painful, repetitive, and exhausting—and how do you actually stop the cycle?In this episode of Adventures in Relationship, couple psychotherapist Amy Gordon breaks down practical, trauma-informed strategies for navigating conflict without escalating it. Drawing from real patterns seen in therapy, this episode focuses on strategies for avoiding offensiveness… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/121962447/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-25%2F426789048-44100-2-b6676f9b378dc.mp3) ## Beyond the Numbers: The Journey to Scholarly Advising - Adventures in Advising _2026-06-22 · Adventures in Advising_ What happens when a passion for mathematics evolves into a passion for student success? In this episode, Giancarlo Labruna from Penn State shares his unique journey from mathematics faculty member to academic advisor, reflecting on the mentors, experiences, and opportunities that inspired him to pursue a career dedicated to helping students thrive. We also dive into the growing role of scholarship… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19186436-beyond-the-numbers-the-journey-to-scholarly-advising-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## When Advising Meets Advocacy - Adventures in Advising _2026-06-15 · Adventures in Advising_ In this thought-provoking episode of Adventures in Advising , guest host Dr. Gerron Scott sits down with Brandi Byers , academic advisor at the University of South Carolina and chair of NACADA’s Advising Students with Disabilities Community. Together, they explore disability identity, accommodations, accessibility, and the critical role advisors play in supporting students through their… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19165268-when-advising-meets-advocacy-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## Advising Across Canada: Perspectives from the Field - Adventures in Advising _2026-06-08 · Adventures in Advising_ In this episode of Adventures in Advising , Ryan heads north for a lively conversation with Canadian advising leaders Aysha Haq, Elizabeth Venton-Parnell, Jing Yao, and Shoshana Kalfon . Together, they explore what makes academic advising in Canada distinct, from provincial policies and immigration changes to holistic student support, institutional pressures, and the magic of those “light bulb”… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19213942-advising-across-canada-perspectives-from-the-field-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## Global Advising: UK and Italy - Adventures in Advising _2026-06-04 · Adventures in Advising_ Guest host Dr. Margaret Mbindyo welcomes Ben Walker from Oxford Brookes University in the UK, and Chiara Bertolini and Dr. Alessandra Landini from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia in Italy, for a rich discussion on academic advising, student success, belonging, mental health, disability support, and the changing needs of today’s college students. From the UK’s “personal tutoring” model… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19093547-global-advising-uk-and-italy-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## The Definition You’ve Been Waiting For: How Does it Impact You? - Adventures in Advising _2026-06-01 · Adventures in Advising_ In this episode of Adventures in Advising, Matt and Ryan chat with returning guest, Dr. Janet Schulenberg, about NACADA’s newly unveiled definition of academic advising and framework. Janet reflects on how the task force’s work moved from development to a formal resource for the profession. This conversation explores the definition’s central message, its implications for advisor identity and… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19249464-the-definition-you-ve-been-waiting-for-how-does-it-impact-you-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## [International money transfers (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Z37zaK2QVe2T) _2026-06-01 · **Sponsored**_ Send money to other countries and manage multi‑currency balances online. ## Advising Scholarship in Motion - Adventures in Advising _2026-05-28 · Adventures in Advising_ In this episode, Matt and Ryan welcome Dr. Hilleary Himes from Penn State for a lively conversation about advising scholarship, professional development, and why the history of academic advising matters more than we might think. Hilleary shares her unexpected journey from anthropology and archaeological digs to academic advising, reflects on how advising structures shape student experiences, and… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/791237/episodes/19049914-advising-scholarship-in-motion-adventures-in-advising.mp3) ## [Transform Fighting in Relationships Resolve Conflict (Without Making It Worse) | Argument Tips for Couples with Trauma](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Transform-Fighting-in-Relationships-Resolve-Conflict-Without-Making-It-Worse--Argument-Tips-for-Couples-with-Trauma-e3julle) _2026-05-27 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ Why do relationship arguments become so painful, repetitive, and exhausting—and how do you actually stop the cycle? In this episode of Adventures in Relationship, couple psychotherapist Amy Gordon breaks down practical, trauma-informed strategies for navigating conflict without escalating it. Drawing from real patterns seen in therapy, this episode focuses on the mindset and ground rules that can… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/120591470/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-26%2F424955396-44100-2-25c8418d2583e.mp3) ## [Why Dating Feels Hopeless, and 3+ Tips on How to Find a Healthy Relationship Anyway](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Why-Dating-Feels-Hopeless--and-3-Tips-on-How-to-Find-a-Healthy-Relationship-Anyway-e3jd06d) _2026-05-14 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ Are you feeling jaded about dating? Like there’s no one good out there… and maybe no real hope for a healthy relationship? In this episode of Adventures in Relationship , psychotherapist Amy Gordon explores why modern dating can feel so discouraging—especially for adults with complex trauma , attachment wounds , and a dysregulated nervous system. If you’ve been burned by dating apps, stuck in… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/120012429/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-14%2F424183228-44100-2-df215a2a07fc6.mp3) ## [Should I Stay or Should I Go? Part 2 - Resentment, Jealousy, Repair, and Complex Trauma](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Should-I-Stay-or-Should-I-Go--Part-2---Resentment--Jealousy--Repair--and-Complex-Trauma-e3ieklt) _2026-04-25 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ Are you constantly asking yourself, “Should I stay or leave this relationship?” If you live with complex trauma (CPTSD) , this question can feel overwhelming, confusing, and exhausting. In this episode of Adventures in Relationship , therapist Amy Gordon explores how attachment styles, trauma history, resentment, jealousy, and boundary violations shape your ability to make clear relationship… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/119017597/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-25%2F422833076-44100-2-c4d5baa5873e2.mp3) ## [Should I Stay or Should I Go? Part 1 - Abuse, Attachment, and Complex Trauma](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Should-I-Stay-or-Should-I-Go--Part-1---Abuse--Attachment--and-Complex-Trauma-e3hq7vr) _2026-04-17 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ If you’re asking yourself “Should I stay or should I go?” in your relationship, you’re not alone—and for adults with complex trauma, this question can feel especially consuming. In this episode of Adventures in Relationship , we take an honest, nuanced look at abuse in relationships—moving beyond black-and-white thinking to explore the complicated reality many trauma survivors face. You’ll learn… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/118349243/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-13%2F421928035-44100-2-3c6678d242704.mp3) ## [Anxious Attachment Isn’t What You Think (The Truth About Anger, Protest, and Resistance) in Relationships of Adults with Complex PTSD](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Anxious-Attachment-Isnt-What-You-Think-The-Truth-About-Anger--Protest--and-Resistance-in-Relationships-of-Adults-with-Complex-PTSD-e3gvndu) _2026-03-27 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ Anxious attachment has become the most talked about attachment style/relationship pattern online— but much of what’s being shared is incomplete, softened, or simply inaccurate. In this episode of Adventures in Relationship , psychotherapist Amy Gordon offers a direct, grounded, and at times uncomfortable reframe of what is commonly called “anxious attachment.” Drawing from attachment theory,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/117480318/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-25%2F420771048-44100-2-a6172b47c81b7.mp3) ## [Why Do I Keep Repeating the Same Relationship? Reenactment, Broken Picker, & Complex Trauma](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Why-Do-I-Keep-Repeating-the-Same-Relationship--Reenactment--Broken-Picker---Complex-Trauma-e3fup02) _2026-03-06 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ Why do romantic relationships sometimes start out feeling completely different… and then slowly begin to feel painfully familiar?In this episode of \*\*Adventures in Relationship\*\*, therapist Amy Gordon explores a question many adults with complex trauma eventually ask:\*\*Why does this keep happening to me in relationships?\*\*After divorce, betrayal, or leaving an unhealthy partnership, many people… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/116400578/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-4%2F94e33565-f32e-3de6-e6cb-d5a43078b6cc.mp3) ## [Are You a Scapegoat? Complex Trauma and the Hidden Roles You are Forced Into](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Are-You-a-Scapegoat--Complex-Trauma-and-the-Hidden-Roles-You-are-Forced-Into-e3f4mcb) _2026-02-17 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ In this episode of Adventures in Relationship , Amy unpacks scapegoating — in families, romantic relationships, workplaces, and even mental health systems. What is scapegoating? It’s what happens when harm is occurring, but accountability would destabilize the system. So instead of addressing the conditions, one person absorbs the blame. The “difficult” child.The “bitter” partner.The “unstable”… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/115545931/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-15%2F2b134340-6e59-a07d-1adf-f63b4be58b2a.mp3) ## [Why Current Events Hit Harder If You Have Complex PTSD](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Why-Current-Events-Hit-Harder-If-You-Have-Complex-PTSD-e3eqmvq) _2026-02-09 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ In this episode of Adventures in Relationship , psychotherapist Amy Gordon explores how current events, political violence, and systems of power are impacting mental health—especially for adults with complex trauma (CPTSD). From a relational and neurobiological perspective, this episode examines why global violence, authoritarian control, immigration enforcement, war, and collective harm can… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/115218874/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-8%2F3311d73e-9738-29a8-8311-5c288a92f68d.mp3) ## [AI Summaries & Audio Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7Rf6VSWsXVKp) _2026-02-09 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to concise audio briefings for the latest stories. ## [Emotional Flashbacks: Why You're Conflict Avoidant](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventuresinrelationship/episodes/Emotional-Flashbacks-Why-Youre-Conflict-Avoidant-e3eb02a) _2026-02-02 · Amy Gordon, MA, LPCC · Adventures In Relationship_ Most therapists overlook the significance of emotional flashbacks for adults with complex trauma. Amy describes what emotional flashbacks are and offers some tips for working with emotional flashbacks, especially as they pertain to conflict avoidance. Start here if you want to be less conflict avoidant. Don't let cognitive, assertion-based, or behavioral models further drive you into spiraling… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12b53f44/podcast/play/114703882/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-28%2Ff4510b83-f594-84ec-c068-7f38747b1fdb.mp3)