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The Communication Research Center is excited to present The COMversation,<\/a> our very own podcast series. Dive into engaging conversations with leading faculty researchers as they explore the impact of communication research in the real world.<\/span><\/p>\n

From breaking down complex ideas to uncovering the societal role of communication, each episode offers casual and insightful discussions for curious minds.<\/p>\n

Stay tuned\u2014new episodes are on the way!<\/p>\n

Listen now and join the conversation!<\/a><\/p>\n

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The COMversation Podcast Episodes<\/h2>\n

\nHeated Rivalry<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode Eleven<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests: <\/strong>Dr. Kathryn Coduto and Professor Aaron Walker
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> April 7, 2026
\nDuration:<\/strong> 35 min 15 sec<\/p>\n

<\/span>In this episode Dr. Howell, Dr. Kathryn Coduto, and Prof. Aaron Walker break down the \u201cHeated Rivalry\u201d phenomenon! Join us for an enlightening and energetic discussion about modern television production, the reemergence of romance, and (of course) the intricacies of fandom culture. <\/span><\/p>\n

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\nInterview with Dr. Michelle Amazeen<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode Ten<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests: <\/strong>Michelle Amazeen, Ph.D.
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> March 13, 2026
\nDuration:<\/strong> 28 min 51 sec<\/p>\n

<\/span>In this episode, Dr. Howell chats with Dr. Amazeen about her new book, Content Confusion: News Media, Native Advertising, and Policy in an Era of Disinformation. Content Confusion covers the history, evolution, and dangers of advertisements that disguise themselves as non-advertisements. Throughout the interview, Amazeen elaborates on where such ads come from, what they look like, and what can be done to regulate them in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nMigration, Media, and Memory<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode Nine<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests: <\/strong>Roy Grundmann, Ph.D.; Julia Cumes
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> Feb 5, 2026
\nDuration:<\/strong> 24 min 46 sec<\/p>\n

In this episode of \u2018The COMversation\u2019, host Charlotte Howell is joined by two fellows from Boston University\u2019s Center for Media Innovation and Social Impact (MISI) for a discussion on migration, media, and memory. Film scholar Roy Grundmann and visual artist Julia Cumes discuss how images influence our understanding of migration across time. Together, they highlight how photographs, film, and visual storytelling can resist flattened narratives, express complexity, and open space for dignity, memory, and hope in stories of migration.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Our Relationship with AI<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode Seven<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests: <\/strong>Margaret Wallace & Kathryn Coduto, Ph.D
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> Jul 8, 2025
\nDuration:<\/strong> 27 min 30 sec<\/p>\n

In this episode, Prof. Margaret Wallace and Dr. Kathryn Coduto have been uncovering just how quickly people are forming real emotional bonds with AI like ChatGPT. Through the CRC\u2019s 2024 Faculty Seed Grant, they\u2019ve found folks treating AI like a therapist, a cheerleader, and even a part of themselves. Despite knowing it\u2019s a machine, people are saying \u201cplease\u201d and \u201cthank you,\u201d and using it to navigate everything from daily stress to deep personal struggles.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sports Media & Communication<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode Six<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests: <\/strong>Sherrod Blakely & Laura Hannon
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> Jun 10, 2025
\nDuration:<\/strong> 34 min 39 sec<\/p>\n

In this episode, Dr. Charlotte Howell is joined by Prof. Laura Hannon and Prof. Sherrod Blakely in a discussion regarding the evolving world of sports media. They touch on the dynamics of fandom, athlete-driven storytelling, and how media narratives influence public perception, with insights drawn from F1, the NBA, and the broader future of sports journalism.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Youth in Media<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode Five<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests: <\/strong>Bruno Guaran\u00e1, Ph.D & AnneMarie McClain, Ph.D
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> May 06, 2025
\nDuration:<\/strong> 29 min 04 sec<\/p>\n

In this episode from Boston University’s College of Communication, Dr. Charlotte Howell hosts a discussion on children and youth in media with Dr. Bruno Guaran\u00e1 and Dr. AnneMarie McClain. They explore how children are represented in film and television, the impact of these representations on children and adults, and the cultural construct of childhood. They discuss the importance of diverse and inclusive representation in media, the theory of invisibility, and the role of media in shaping children’s perceptions.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n

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Interview with Dr. Mara Einstein<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode Four<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests:<\/strong> Mara Einstein, Ph.D — The City University of New York City (CUNY)
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> April 15, 2025
\nDuration:<\/strong> 24 min 43 sec<\/p>\n

In this episode, Dr. Einstein & Dr. Howell discuss Einstein’s newest book, ‘Hoodwinked’, which sheds light on why cults are now seemingly everything, from cult brands to multilevel marketing to politics. Digital technologies fuel this phenomenon by replicating the perfect scenario for cults to thrive, including fomenting in-and-out groups, valorizing charismatic leaders, and isolating people into limited belief systems.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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The 2025 Oscars<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode Three<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests:<\/strong> Deborah Jaramillo, Ph.D. & Betsy Walters
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> March 20, 2025
\nDuration:<\/strong> 38 min 07 sec<\/p>\n

In this episode, Oscars experts Dr. Jaramillo and Prof. Walters, break down the ceremony\u2019s cultural significance, the evolution of awards ceremonies, the role of In Memoriam segments, and more. Both guests bring a unique perspective, blending the expertise of Communication and Arts & Sciences.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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Wicked Success<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode Two<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests:<\/strong> Patrice Oppliger, Ph.D. & Debbie Danielpour
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> Dec 17, 2024
\nDuration:<\/strong> 22 min 44 sec<\/p>\n

In this episode, we explore the rise in on-screen adaptations, big-budget marketing tours,
\nand what led to the Wicked success of Wicked Part 1.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n

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The Evolution of Communication Norms & Political Misinformation<\/a><\/h3>\n

Season One, Episode One<\/strong>
\nHosted by:<\/strong> Dr. Charlotte Howell
\nGuests:<\/strong> Michelle Amazeen, Ph.D. & Tammy Vigil, Ph.D.
\nModerator:<\/strong> Charlotte Howell, Ph.D.
\nPublished:<\/strong> Nov 6, 2024
\nDuration:<\/strong> 35 min 31 sec<\/p>\n

In this episode, we explore the shifting landscape of election norms, media influence, and
\nthe power of misinformation in shaping public opinion and voter behavior.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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