We end our season with an absolute rockstar, Amanda Levy! Amanda talks about having fun with all that she does, from her game nights and competitive spirit, to how the Levy clan wound up at SU, to a new project she's been cooking up and excited to announce, CourseDog! Stay tuned for a bonus episode next month to wrap up the school year!  Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft and Scott King Producer: Zander Merle-Smith Music: “Back To Cool" by Shane Ivers ..read more

In this episode, Deran talks about the joys of becoming a new grandfather, pickleball, being a life-long learner, and his storied academic career. Thank you so much for joining us Deran!  Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft and Scott King Producer: Zander Merle-Smith Music: “Back To Cool" by Shane Ivers     ..read more

In this episode, Jen talks about the many hats she wears in the Winchester community, her extensive girl scout cookie collection, and what it means to be a teacher and mentor to all of her students. Thanks to Jen for donating what little spare time she has to joining us this week!  Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft and Scott King Producer: Zander Merle-Smith Music: “Back To Cool" by Shane Ivers   Episode 40!  Thank you all for your support ..read more

Our special guest, Katie, kicks off our 2024 season with a Bain!  As we all brave the January weather, warm your soul with conversations from Katie, Melissa, and Scott as they discuss growing families, Croc plows, and Katie's MANY achievements in the fields of rehabilitation science and physical therapy.  Welcome Katie!    Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft  and Scott King Producer: Zander Merle-Smith and (now orange) Sean Kelly Music: “Back To Cool" by Shane Ivers ..read more

To wrap up 2023 we have Myles Hairston as our special guest! Melissa and Scott try to figure out if there is anything Myles can't do between his fantastic baking and magnificent singing.  From the Buzzwords family to yours, happy holidays, and have a happy and healthy new year! Enjoy!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft  and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly and Zander Merle-Smith Music: “Back To Cool" by Shane Ivers ..read more

For the month of November, we had the pleasure of having Jeffrey Marlatt as our featured guest. Jeff gives all a reminder to be a little more caring to not just the people around us, but also ourselves. Enjoy!   As Jeff mentioned, take a look at what SU has going on at the box office!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft  and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly and Zander Merle-Smith Music: “Back To Cool" by Shane Ivers ..read more

For our October episode please welcome Andrea Smith our faculty athletics reprehensive here on campus. Melissa and Scott want to know, are you a spooky season enthusiast or have you moved on to jollier holidays already?    Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft  and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly and Zander Merle-Smith Music: “Back To Cool" by Shane Ivers ..read more

Buzzwords is back for a whole new season! However, our trio is down to a duet as Dr. Joey G has gone on to Greener Pastures. We start off this semester with the one and only Shamyra! Someone who has accomplished a lot in her time at SU and is using her experiences to be a fantastic mentor to students. Enjoy!!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft  and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly and Zander Merle-Smith Music: “Back To Cool" by Shane Ivers ..read more

We have hit the end of the year and the start of the summer! To celebrate this with our season 4 FINALE we have none other than President Tracy Fitzsimmons. From everyone at the Buzzwords podcast we hope you enjoyed this season of the podcast. Have a happy and healthy summer break and we will see all of you for season 5 in the fall!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly and Zander Merle-Smith Music: “Best Time” by FASSounds ..read more

The lost episode recovered! (more like re-recorded but) We finally have Dana Baxter on the podcast to talk with Scott, Melissa and Joey. To say this is a fun episode is an understatement. Enjoy!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly and Zander Merle-Smith Music: “Best Time” by FASSounds ..read more