The Connector
The Connector podcast from The Institute for Emerging Issues at NC State University explores connections being made across sectors, regions and perspectives, resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous North Carolina. IEI is a nonpartisan public policy organization focused on the state’s vibrancy and economic competitiveness, working with leaders in business, education and public policy to discuss issues with profound implications for North Carolina’s future prosperity.
Podcasting since 2021 • 59 episodes
The Connector
Latest Episodes
Exploring NC's New Digital Skills Standards
The digital divide–the gap between people who have digital access and those who do not–impacts every facet of life, including healthcare, workforce opportunities, disaster response and more. To help address this issue, the N.C. Department of In...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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23:11
The Kenan Fellows Legacy: Celebrating 25 Years of Teacher Leadership
Great teachers are at the heart of successful workforce development. Celebrating a quarter-century of impact since its inception in 2000, NC State’s Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership (KFP) reco...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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38:16
Igniting Tomorrow’s Workforce
Today's youth are the workforce of tomorrow. In this episode of "The Connector," IEI Director Sarah Hall sits down with two leaders who are revolutionizing high school education and workforce development: Spar...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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28:23
Climbing the Benefits Cliff in North Carolina
Imagine getting a raise, only to lose more in vital public assistance for necessities like food, housing and childcare. This is referred to as the “benefits cliff,” a concept...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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17:56
Designing Our Future: Sustainable Cities & Urban Planning
How can we empower the next generation to shape sustainable cities? In this special episode of “The Connector,” IEI’s 2024-2025 Hunt Intern Katherine Helms speaks with three urban planning experts: NC State University Joseph D. Moore Distinguis...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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36:39