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Future Casting with Utah State
Hosted by Elizabeth Cantwell

The world, while always evolving, is currently shifting under our feet. From technological advances to societal changes, we need to plan for our future, and address issues that are relevant both now and in years to come. In this podcast, Utah State University President Elizabeth Cantwell speaks to leaders and experts on how USU can continue to serve our communities, deliver impactful research, and foster a sense of belonging.

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  • The cover art for Future Casting with Utah State features white and light blue text on a dark blue background.
    Navigating unity amongst national division
    In this episode, USU Interim President Alan Smith and Judge Thomas B. Griffith explore how the Constitution could be used as a tool to guide the nation toward unity.
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    Teaming up for space and defense
    USU and WSU are collaborating to explore a Space and Defense Research Institute. Together, they are equipped to propel research in the space and defense fields to the next level.
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    The impact of undergraduate research at Utah State
    Utah State University’s undergraduate research program is the 2nd oldest of its kind in the nation, and it turns 50 in 2025. To celebrate, USU has declared 2025 the Year of Undergraduate Research.
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    Creating peace in the holiday season
    In this episode, Clair Canfield shares a new way of approaching conflict that could empower us to create the change we want to see in our relationships, family, workplace, and in our communities.
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    Navigating the future of space exploration
    In this episode, USU President Elizabeth Cantwell talks to Dr. Jed Hancock, President of the Space Dynamics Laboratory about advancing research and education in the field of space exploration.
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    The role of universities in advancing pluralism
    In our contentious and ideologically divided national climate, the ability of diverse groups to coexist and thrive is critical to democracy. In this episode, USU President Elizabeth Cantwell talks to Eboo Patel, founder and president of Interfaith America.
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    The future of energy in Utah
    In this episode, USU President Elizabeth Cantwell discusses the future of energy in Utah with two prominent Utahns who are helping shape that future: Teresa Foxley and Jeff Hartley.
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    Collaborative leadership in addressing sexual and domestic violence
    In this episode, USU President Elizabeth Cantwell discusses what it takes to successfully address sexual and domestic violence in our communities with Rachel Louise Snyder and Jill Anderson.
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    Women's leadership and social change in Utah
    In this episode, President Elizabeth Cantwell talks to Susan Madsen, the founding director of the Utah Women and Leadership Project and the Karen Haight Huntsman Endowed Professor of Leadership in USU’s Jon M. Huntsman School of Business.
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    Healing division: Transforming conflict into conversation
    In this episode, USU President Elizabeth Cantwell is joined by author and leadership professor Irshad Manji and Allison Gerrard, managing director of the Moral Courage College. They emphasize how it is all of our responsibility to build common ground and be better listeners in order to overcome divisiveness.