As a university professor and creator of the podcast Good Is In The Details, I specialize in translating complex ideas in philosophy, ethics, and culture into engaging, accessible conversations that resonate with diverse audiences. My talks help participants think more clearly about decision-making, values, and the human dimensions behind social and professional challenges. Audiences leave informed, energized, with practical insight, renewed curiosity, and a deeper sense of connection to the ideas shaping their lives and work.

Presentations:

“What is Human Dignity?” North American Sartre Society, Clairemont.

“Podcasting as Public Philosophy.” APA, Portland.

“Image vs Self: A Beauvoirian Look at Online Life,” International Simone de Beauvoir Society, University of Helsinki.

“Gen Z and Philosophy.” HERA Conference, University Texas El Paso.

“Examining the Healing Power of the question: Why Should I Live?” IAFOR International Conference on the Arts and Humanities, Honolulu.

Invited speaker, “The Female Body in Pod Culture.” Guest co-host for the podcast Popspiracy, Spotify.

Invited Speaker for Panel on “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Podcasting.” The State of Women Conference.

“The Existential Impact of Social Media,” Pop Culture Association Conference.

Guest lecturer for “Art Identity and Justice,” Philosophy Department, Gonzaga University.

Speaker with the panel on “Diversity and Inclusion in Podcasting” for the Amplifying Her Voice Conference.

“What about Love? Beauvoir and bell hooks.”  Diverse Lineages in Existentialism: International Beauvoir Society, Washington D.C.

“What’s so Funny? How Comedy Reveals Boundaries by Crossing them,” Pop Culture Association Conference, Washington D.C. 

“Disclosing the Remembered Self: Analysis of Stephen Elliott’s Memoir The Adderall Diaries,” HERA Conference, Chicago.

Invited Keynote Speaker for the San Gabriel Women’s Club Conference.  Topic: Leadership.