The LZ Granderson Show
The LZ Granderson Show
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From ESPN and CNN to ABC.and The L.A. Times, LZ Granderson hosts bold conversations that meet the beating pulse of entertainment, sports, pop culture, and beyond. Each week, LZ sits down with a compelling guest—from athletes and artists to activists and icons—for unfiltered, thought-provoking dialogue about the stories shaping our world. Emmy award-winning journalist and cultural commentator LZ Granderson is insightful, witty, and always real. This is the podcast where culture gets a conscience and nothing is off-limits.
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The podcast covers a wide range of topics including immigration, race relations, mental health, music, and political commentary. Recent episodes have delved into discussions such as the impact of colorism in politics, the realities of independent journalism during protests, and the role of music in societal change, making it a thought-provoking listen for diverse audiences.
From ESPN and CNN to ABC.and The L.A. Times, LZ Granderson hosts bold conversations that meet the beating pulse of entertainment, sports, pop culture, and beyond. Each week, LZ sits down with a compelling guest—from athletes and artists to activists and icons—for unfiltered, thought-provoking dialogue about the stories shaping our world. Emmy award-winning journalist and cultural commentator LZ Granderson is insightful, witty, and always real. This is the podcast where culture gets a conscience and nothing is off-limits.
For more about LZ and his work check out: http://lzgrandersonshow.org/
Connect on Social Media
Twitter/X: https://x.com/lzgranderson?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lzgranderson/?hl=en
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@lzgranderson?invite=4
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1lzgranderson
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In this episode of The LZ Granderson Show, LZ sits down with Russ Kavalhuna, President of Western Michigan University, for an in-depth conversation about the challenges and opportunities facing higher education today.
From his personal journey as a WMU student to his role leading the university, President Kavalhuna shares insights on how colleges must adapt in an era of rising costs, evolving technology, and shifting student needs. They dive into issues ranging from AI in the classroom to investing in leadership development, as well as the growing impact of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals on collegiate sports.
The conversation also explores the importance of media literacy, building trust in institutions, and what legacy President Kavalhuna hopes to leave at WMU.
⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 Welcome to The LZ Granderson Show!
4:38 Russ Kavalhuna Joins The Show
7:55 President Kavalhuna’s Experience as WMU Student
10:48 Returning to WMU
20:00 The Role of WMU’s President
23:05 Concerns of Educators in Today’s Society
27:55 Students’ Evolving Behavior with Technology & AI
30:15 Developing Leadership Skills
33:25 Why Is College Getting More Expensive?
37:10 Relationship with Higher Education
44:10 Keeping Champion Coaches
50:20 NIL’s Impact on Collegiate Sports
54:15 Enrollment & Professional Industry Changes
1:00:55 Media Literacy & Trusting Sources
1:06:28 President Kavalhuna’s Legacy Goal
From ESPN and CNN to ABC.and The L.A. Times, LZ Granderson hosts bold conversations that meet the beating pulse of entertainment, sports, pop culture, and beyond. Each week, LZ sits down with a compelling guest—from athletes and artists to activists and icons—for unfiltered, thought-provoking dialogue about the stories shaping our world. Emmy award-winning journalist and cultural commentator LZ Granderson is insightful, witty, and always real. This is the podcast where culture gets a conscience and nothing is off-limits.
For more about LZ and his work check out: http://lzgrandersonshow.org/
Connect on Social Media
Twitter/X: https://x.com/lzgranderson?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lzgranderson/?hl=en
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@lzgranderson?invite=4
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1lzgranderson
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LZ-Granderson-100057700284324/
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