Health and Human Science Matters

Health and Human Science Matters

CSU College of Health and Human Sciences

Episodes 67
Avg. Duration 37m
Activity Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (7)
Since Nov 2021
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
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About This Podcast

Health and Human Science Matters is a podcast dedicated to the life-changing research and creative scholarship done in Colorado State University's College of Health and Human Sciences. Each episode invites you to get to know the faculty, students, and staff in our College who fulfill our mission of optimizing human health and well-being through discovery and innovation.

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Recent Episodes

S7E1 How Much Sleep Do I Really Need? | The Science of Sleep With Dr. Josie Broussard

Mar 13, 2026 10m

Struggling to figure out how much sleep your body actually needs? You’re not alone. Although sleep is among the strongest predictors of long-term health, 38% of Americans sleep less than 7 hours each…

S6E11 Dr. Marion K. Underwood | Colorado State University's role in ushering a new era of higher education

Jan 24, 2025 31m

Colorado State University former Provost and Executive Vice President, Dr. Marion K. Underwood, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss the importance and value of higher education, how universities…

S6E10 Dr. Cassandra Moseley | Positioning Colorado State University to solve the world’s challenges through research

Jan 24, 2025 25m

Dr. Cassandra Moseley, Vice President for Research at Colorado State University, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her expansive research and administrative career during which she specialized…

S6E9 Dr. James Folkestad | Helping students learn more effectively

Jan 17, 2025 30m

On this episode, Matt and Avery sit down with Dr. James Folkestad, University Distinguished Teaching Scholar, professor, and director of the Center for the Analytics of Learning and Teaching in the…

S6E8 Dr. Laura Swink | Promoting meaningful participation in activities of daily life

Jan 03, 2025 27m

Dr. Laura Swink, assistant professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at Colorado State University, speaks with Matt and Avery about her research optimizing novel rehabilitation…

S6E7 Dr. Kaigang Li | Improving physical health through behavioral science

Dec 20, 2024 26m

Dr. Kaigang Li, assistant professor in the Department of Health and Exercise Science, speaks with Matt and Avery about his research that covers a wide array of interventions to improve physical…

S6E6 Dr. John Wilson | The intersection of food science, fermentation, and culture

Nov 14, 2024 35m

Dr. John Wilson, assistant professor in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, speaks with Matt and Avery about his research on traditional fermentation techniques, the communal nature…

S6E5 Dr. Jain Kwon | Using technology to design accessible interior environments

Oct 31, 2024 33m

Dr. Jain Kwon, assistant professor in the Department of Design and Merchandising at Colorado State University, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research in the Spatial Perception and…

S6E4 Dr. Anne Williford | Improving mental and behavioral health through social work and prevention research

Oct 18, 2024 29m

Dr. Anne Williford, associate professor in the School of Social Work at Colorado State University, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research to identify effective prevention and…

S6E3 Dr. Ana Gutierrez-Colina | Optimizing health and well-being for underserved youth

Sep 27, 2024 33m

Dr. Ana Gutierrez-Colina, assistant professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Colorado State University, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research goal to…

S6E2 Dr. Mahmoud Shakouri | Sustainable solutions for construction materials

Sep 13, 2024 23m

Dr. Mahmoud Shakouri, assistant professor and director of the Cement and Concrete Research Laboratory in Colorado State University's Department of Construction Management, sits down with Matt and…

S6E1 CSU College of Health and Human Sciences 2024 Dean's Fellows | Promoting wellness through Ph.D. research

Aug 29, 2024 36m

On the season six premiere of Health and Human Science Matters, Matt and Avery sit down with Ph.D. candidates and 2024 CHHS Dean’s Doctoral Fellowship recipients, Ross Atkinson from the School of…

S5E10 CSU President Amy Parsons | The value of the land grant university, and the role of democracy in education

Apr 05, 2024 30m

Colorado State University’s 16th President Amy Parsons joins Matt and Avery to discuss her journey from studying political science as an undergraduate at CSU and pursuing her law degree, to becoming…

S5E9 CSU College of Health and Human Sciences Dean's Fellows | Pursuing Ph.D.s to improve lives

Mar 22, 2024 36m

On this special episode of Health and Human Science Matters, Matt and Avery sit down with Ph.D. candidates and CHHS Dean’s Doctoral Fellowship recipients, Mohammad Teymouri from the Department of…

S5E8 Dr. Mohammed Mehany | Sustainable infrastructure and improving mental health within the construction industry

Feb 02, 2024 32m

Dr. Mohammed Mehany, associate professor in Colorado State University's Department of Construction Management, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss his fascinating, cross-cultural journey from…

S5E7 Dr. Karyn Hamilton | Promoting healthy aging through exercise

Jan 19, 2024 34m

Dr. Karyn Hamilton, professor in Colorado State University's Department of Health and Exercise Science, associate director for the Columbine Health Systems Center of Healthy Aging, and director of…

S5E6 Dr. Sarah A. Johnson | Functional foods for healthier lives

Jan 04, 2024 34m

Dr. Sarah A. Johnson, registered dietician nutritionist and associate professor in Colorado State University's Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, speaks with Matt and Avery about her…

S5E5 Dr. Paula Alaszkiewicz | Showcasing the rich history of textiles

Dec 01, 2023 37m

Dr. Paula Alaszkiewicz, assistant professor in Colorado State University's Department of Design and Merchandising and curator of the Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, speaks with Matt and…

S5E4 Dr. Jen Currin-McCulloch | Using social work as a tool for hope for young adults with cancer

Nov 16, 2023 36m

Dr. Jen Currin-McCulloch, assistant professor and director of the Serious Illness and End-of-Life Narratives Research Lab in Colorado State University's School of Social Work, speaks with Matt and…

S5E3 Dr. Lauren Shomaker | Improving the intersection of mental and physical health for youth

Nov 09, 2023 37m

Dr. Lauren Shomaker, associate professor and director of the Adolescent Wellness Team in Colorado State University's Department of Human Development and Family Studies, sits down with Matt and Avery…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Health and Human Science Matters have?

Health and Human Science Matters has published 67 episodes since November 2021, covering topics in Education, Science.

Is Health and Human Science Matters still active?

Health and Human Science Matters is currently active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 37m.

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