Join the Walton Business Communication Lab as we bring together diverse perspectives to explore the intersections between business, communication, and broader social topics. This student-run podcast at the University of Arkansas brings you stories from students and professionals about the many paths that lead us to our passions. Regardless of the topic, you can count on listening to casual conversations about professional things.
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Interviews and future career goals are always a source of anxiety. Listen to an authentic conversation about the interview process between our hosts, Cole and Emily, and guest Tad Davis, Director of Talent Acquisition at Shine Solar, a commercial and residential solar company based in Rogers, AR. Davis offers tips on showing your true self during i…
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Want to learn a new language but don't know where to start? Listen to BCL tutors, Angela and Sophie, share their experiences and tips for learning a new language! Whether you are interested in a language for cultural or academic purposes, tune in to listen to both perspectives and how to become fluent. Language Learning: Tips and Tricks…
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Listen to the common fears people experience when starting the writing process and tips on overcoming procrastination shared by our tutors Breanna, Kendall, Brooke, and Sophie and hosted by Cole. Overcome Procrastination, Tips to Beat Writer's BlockPar Walton College Business Communication Lab
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In this episode, Cole interviews Carrie Phillips, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She's a fantastic storyteller and writer. They chat about Chat GPT and other AI tools and how they might affect writing in the future. Emily and Cole also share their thoughts on the potential benefits of AI wr…
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Learn all about Pitch Perfect from Dr. Ryan Sheets, Director of the Business Communication Lab at the University of Arkansas. This event is specifically designed for Walton College students who want to improve their storytelling skills. Pitch Perfect is a great opportunity to meet recruiters from various companies before the Career Fair and receive…
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On our welcome back episode, Cole and Emily got you covered with their semester starter kit! They share essential tips on organization, time management, and effective communication, along with valuable resources to help you easily navigate the semester. How to get ready for the semester? Organization, time management & communication. Our hosts disc…
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Emily and Cole discuss the differences between company culture in Startups vs. longer established companies and how graduating students can find their place within them with VP of HR at Acre Trader Morgan Scholz.Par Walton College Business Communication Lab
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Women in the Workplace Pt. 2
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In part 2 of our Women in the Workplace episode, Gracie has a conversation with Morgan Thomason, a digital sales manager for Hearst atlocal news station 40/29 TV. They discuss how to gain confidence as a woman in a male-dominated field, the importance of communication skills, and why employee resource groups (ERGs) are a game changer for company cu…
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Women in the Workplace Pt. 1
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In this episode, Gracie and Savannah interview two prominent women on campus: Lindsey Steiger-Muck of Women of Walton and Sydney Carter of Future Women Business Leaders (FWBL). Tune in to hear about how to find support as a young business professional, the importance of mentorship, and tips to building and sustaining your network in a new role.…
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Company Culture Intern Roundtable
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In this episode, our co-host Emily invites special guests and fellow BCL tutors Jared and Sungmin to discuss all things internships. Listen as they answer your burning questions about networking, interviewing, and how to find your ideal company culture as a young business professional.Par Walton College Business Communication Lab
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International Company Culture Pt. 2
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In the first episode of Walton BizTalk Season 12, Gracie and Savannah interview fellow BCL tutors Macy and Angela to explore their personal experiences with international company culture through studying abroad in Italy and working in Colombia. Tune in to hear about how to order your coffee in Rome, how business communication norms differ in Colomb…
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International Company Culture Pt. 1
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In part 1 of our international company culture episode, Gracie and Savannah interview Rogelio Garcia Contreras, the Director of Social Innovation from the University of Arkansas to discuss parallels and differences in how business is done across the world. Tune in to hear his experiences in the private and public sectors of the United States and Me…
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Spooky Spotlight Pt II: Hotel Culture
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To close out spooky season, Sungmin and Savannah interview Jack Moyer, Executive Vice President and General Manager of America's most haunted hotel, the Crescent Hotel. Tune in to hear the grim history of the hotel, how Jack and his staff commit to preserving the irreplaceable, and what ghostly characters might accompany you upon your visit.…
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Spooky Spotlight: Mortician Culture
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In Part I of Walton BizTalk's Halloween special, Gracie and Savannah chat with Kara Cullins, a former mortician. They ask her all the questions you've been dying to know about working in mortuary services, including what you learn in mortuary school and what a day in the life looks like. Tune in to hear what drew Kara to the funeral industry, which…
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Selling the Disney Dream feat. Katie Pope
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In this episode, Gracie and Savannah interview Katie Pope, one of the Walton Honors advisors at the University of Arkansas, about her experiences as a participant in the Disney College Program. Listen to hear some park secrets, what Disney Speak is, and an internal debate about whether Kim Kardashian, Jesus, or Mickey Mouse comes out on top as the …
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The Academia to Industry Pipeline feat. Christy Davis
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In this episode, Gracie and Savannah speak to Christy Davis, a former professor that recently entered a tech role. Listen to hear how her expectations for the workplace have changed as she moved from an academic setting to one centered around change, how she uses Twitter as a support channel, and how to leverage your communication skills as a young…
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Curious about Company Culture?
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Welcome to Season 11 of Walton BizTalk! This season, we're tackling company culture and the many hats it wears across different industries. In this episode, our host Savannah and co-host Gracie introduce the season together by discussing company culture trends, the numbers behind them, and how TikTok has been a catalyst for change in the corporate …
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Is Empathy Riding the Bench?
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In the season finale of Walton BizTalk, Savannah and Jackie form the dream team with former sports anchor, GM of #TeamMusselman, and fellow Hog fan Danyelle Musselman to explore the empathy gap in sports. Tune in to hear about Danyelle's brief stint on Comedy Central, what business culture can learn from team culture, and how she's building communi…
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Heart at Work with CVS Health
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On this episode, Savannah and Gracie sit down with Madison DesMaisons of CVS Health to discuss the importance of corporate social responsibility. Tune in to hear about how CVS has become a pioneer in both the retail and healthcare industries, which CVS health zone may be coming to you, and what their General Management Corporate Internship program …
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In this in-house episode, Gracie and Savannah investigate how generational differences shape our experience in the workplace. Tune in to hear what a Gen X, millennial, and Gen Z consider cultural defining moments, whether a buzzfeed quiz can predict your age, and to settle the greatest debate of our time: the millennial side part vs. the Gen Z midd…
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Into the Metaverse with Billy Admire (Part 2)
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In this episode, Savannah, Sungmin and Billy Admire continue the conversation around the bounds of the metaverse, this time delving into the digital currencies and networks that support it. Tune in as they define popular crypto jargon, examine the pros and cons, and forecast the future of digital monetary systems.…
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Into the Metaverse with Billy Admire (Part 1)
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In this episode, Savannah and Sungmin chat with Billy Admire, a software sales representative at Puppet, to explore the metaverse, a network of virtual realities that companies like Walmart, Meta (formally Facebook), and Microsoft are taking bets you'll work and play in one day. Listen as they uncover the bounds of the metaverse, who controls it, a…
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Brewing up Empathy with Onyx Coffee
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This week, Gracie and Savannah sit down for a "coffee chat" alongside Onyx Coffee Lab co-founder and co-owner, Jon Allen to discuss the ripple effect of their sustainability initiatives here locally in NWA as well as across the globe. Tune in to hear how the world renowned wholesale company has become an industry pioneer through sourcing integrity,…
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What's Your "Type"?... How the MBTI Became A Token of Corporate Culture
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Often coined the astrology of the workplace, the Myers Briggs Personality test has been a popular tool among Fortune 500 companies for decades to "sort" their employees into roles that best suit them. In the first episode of Season 10, Savannah and Gracie (two INFJs) explore the unusual history of the MBTI, how it transformed into a must have tool …
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Solving Puzzles With Supply Chain
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In this episode, we sat down with Walton Supply Chain professor and Executive Director of the Women In Supply Chain Excellence (WISE) Stephanie Thomas to chat about the infamous toilet paper crisis, Christmas shopping woes, and representation in the industry. Tune in to hear why "supply chain" has become a buzz word and how the industry has evolved…
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In honor of Halloween this weekend, the BCL gathered around the microphone and shared their favorite halloween stories, spooky memories, and costume ideas for this Halloweekend. Enjoy the special episode!!!Par Walton College Business Communication Lab
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Study Abroad: An Adaptational Process
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In this episode we talked to Megan Hull, Study Abroad Advisor, on the importance of being adaptable when studying abroad. We discussed the many different opportunities students can receive through their time abroad and the many programs the university has to offer. In addition, we also shared some personal stories about our own studying abroad expe…
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Cultivating Empathy Within Business
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This week we met up with Luke Vammen, Microsoft Sales Director, on the topic of adaptability in the workforce and how mastering this skillset can benefit you in your career. We will also be discussing Microsoft's adaptability strategies and learn more about their sales and tech business techniques. Tune in for more!!…
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Walton Biz Talk is back and better than ever! Join us this week for a brand new season as we introduce the topic of adaptability in the workforce. Host Kiara Lozano, and co-hosts Savannah Rubino and Sung-Min Park discuss the importance of adaptability in their professional and personal lives as the world continues to rapidly change. We are looking …
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The Road To Innovation
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As we finish Season 8, we reflect on what innovation means to our local start-up community and the tremendous impact it makes. For this final episode, we sit down with John Harmon, founder of ObiiGo, as he explains to us how the auto repair app was developed, how the company's mission is supported, and the company's overall involvement with both th…
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This week, we have guest Julia Nall, ASG President, give us insight on how the pandemic has impacted the student body. ASG has managed to find new way of connecting with the community over this past year through innovation and adaptability. From hosting virtual events, actively promoting mental health, and advocating voting there is no surprise whe…
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In this weeks episode, we had Andrew Lipson, Vice President of Operations at Chartwells, talk to us about innovation in the food industry, Covid-19 impact on combating food waste/insecurity on campus, and update us on new developments within Chartwells. We also discussed the importance of student feedback in the development of these projects. Liste…
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In this week's episode we are joined by Diana Brown, Director of Production at the Walton Arts Center along with Joanna Bell, Director of Marketing and Communications at TheatreSquared to talk more about innovation in the performance arts business. In addition, we also covered the effects of Covid-19 in the industry and what innovative measures the…
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Bonus Episode: Virtual Internships and Jobs
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Join past and current BCL staff members and Walton College students for a career panel discussion on how the internships experience and job searching process has changed due to the pandemic. Panelists include Mia Norton (Audit & Assurance Assistant at Deloitte), Ryan Decker (Senior, interned at Walmart), and Sam Lipson (Senior, interned at Texas In…
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In this new episode, we talk to Permjot Valia, Fund Manager, Entrepreneur, and Mentor in Residence, about the importance of investing in your network, cultivating valuable relationships, and the true meaning of being a mentor. He shares with us many personal stories and offers our listeners tips on how to cultivate their innovative ideas and become…
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Join us for Season 8, as we unfold the importance of cultivating innovation in a world facing many new challenges. We start off this season's first episode talking to senior, Gabi Gifford, and junior, Lara Wyatt, on their experiences as student leaders, innovators, and members of entrepreneurial organizations. They share insights on the significanc…
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We finish up Season 7 and say goodbye to Ryan Decker and Jessi Brewer as they wrap up their time with Walton Biz Talk. We reminisce on the last few years and discuss the importance of adaptability in our personal and professional lives. More importantly, we discuss our plans for the future. As for the future of Walton Biz Talk, we will see you in 2…
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We talk to siblings Collin and Alyssa Macias about their experience as college students during COVID-19. As a Walton College senior, Collin shares how his college experience has changed and what he has learned to value most. Alyssa gives us her take on college life as a Walton College freshman, how her expectations have changed, and what she hopes …
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Are you down for whatever (DFW)? We talk to Savannah Baber, Senior Corporate Trainer at Peek Consulting Firm, about the importance of saying yes, taking opportunities, and learning to adapt to any situation. She shares her personal and professional journey through stories of adaptability and the important takeaways she’s learned every step of the w…
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As we continue to work in a virtual environment, many companies have had to adapt to new ways of recruiting students. We are joined this week by Stephanie Fielder, Campus Recruiter at Walmart, to talk about virtual career fairs, what recruiters are looking for, and advice for students navigating the virtual job search and hiring process.…
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Join us for Season 7 as we explore the importance of adaptability in this time of uncertainty. We start this season off by sharing our own experiences with COVID-19, the effects it had on our personal lives, and how we learned to adapt to change! Leave a suggestion at bizcomm.uark.edu/biz-talk-podcast.…
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Strategic Action Amid Uncertainty
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Global pandemics cause massive change, and we may never be the same as we were before the pandemic. To conclude Season 6, we are joined by Mark Zweig, entrepreneur of two 500/5000 Inc. companies and executive-in-residence at the Walton College. Mark shares his thoughts on the effects of this life-altering experience and the importance of being stra…
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BONUS EPISODE! Digital Communication: It's Not Going Away
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As we shift to working from home, learning from home, or even just staying at home, we are relying a lot more on digital forms of communication. Listen to learn how we can use this time to improve our communication skills and how the pandemic has impacted the future of work and communication.Par Walton College Business Communication Lab
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COVID-19: Economic Uncertainty
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There's no denying that COVID-19 has taken a toll on the global economy, but how much more should we expect? We talk to Dr. Xi Li and Dr. Kris Allee from the Walton College of Business about the future of the U.S. economy, how financial markets are responding to the pandemic, and if there are any silver linings in the dark economic clouds.…
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BONUS EPISODE! Student Panel: Navigating the Internship Process
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Join BCL staff members and Walton College students for a career panel discussion that helps students navigate the internship process from beginning to end. Panelists include Ryan Decker (Junior, interned at Walmart and has accepted an internship with PwC), Mia Norton (MAcc student, interned at Edward Jones and Deloitte), and Garrett Bronn (Senior, …
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COVID-19: Supply Chain Agility & Innovation
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COVID-19 is severely impacting many industries, and innovative strategies can be used to accommodate these changes. We talk to Dr. John Kent about the effects of COVID-19 on supply chains and the global economy, how companies are being agile during the pandemic, and what the future of supply chain management looks like.…
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As the new coronavirus, COVID-19, causes disruptions around the world, we at Walton Biz Talk want to make sure you stay informed throughout the process. This situation is changing rapidly, so stay informed by visiting www.cdc.gov/coronavirus. Ryan Decker shares some tips on how to prevent the spread of the virus and what Walton Biz Talk will look l…
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Nurses: Servant Leaders & Pioneers
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We talk to Sabra Ivey about her experiences as a nursing student in the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing. Sabra explains how she became interested in nursing, the role of nurses in the healthcare system, and what nurses and others can do to serve the community and act without fear.Par Walton College Business Communication Lab
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In this episode, we talk with Olga Khokhryakova and Samia Ismail about inclusion, equity, and our perceptions of these topics in the field of health and health care. We talk about the difference between equity and equality and how misconceptions keep us from engaging with each other. Both Olga and Samia are working on projects that address these is…
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Broken Stories & Broken Bones
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We explore global healthcare through the lenses of economics and the humanities with Katrina Erickson and Dr. Casey Kayser. We discuss global healthcare systems and their differences, the importance of storytelling in the healthcare setting, economic development and human-centered design, and portrayals of healthcare in popular culture and media.…
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