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AnthroPuzzled

Abby Letsinger

Business & Entrepreneuriat

Société & Culture

Fréquence : 1 épisode/14j. Total Éps: 22

AnthroPuzzled is designed with the goal to help recent graduates and curious minds discover the exciting opportunities that a degree in anthropology can offer, even in the most unlikely of places. Each episode, we’ll sit down with professionals from all four branches of anthropology—cultural, biological, linguistic, and archaeological—as they share their stories of how they carved out unique and fulfilling careers. We’ll hear firsthand how they apply their anthropological training in surprising ways, whether they’re working in corporate environments, non-profits, education, or even creative industries. Let’s embark on this journey together and uncover the endless possibilities that await you in the world of anthropology. Tune in, get inspired, and start piecing together your own career puzzle.

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Service & Story w/ Shane Townsend

Épisode 21

vendredi 13 juin 2025 • Durée 35:16

On this episode of AnthroPuzzled, we sit down with Shane Townsend, a storyteller, diplomat, and lifelong public servant whose career has been guided by a deep commitment to helping others. His advice? Write down what you truly want, not what others expect of you. Then go after it with intention.

Shane says he feels most alive when he's listening to or sharing stories—and he's built a career doing exactly that. Growing up in a close-knit community that valued storytelling and mutual support, Shane developed strong values that carried him into college, where studying anthropology gave him a powerful lens for understanding how culture shapes everything we do. More importantly, it connected him with a mentor who helped him turn those values into action.

Shane has held a wide range of roles—from Peace Corps volunteer to Foreign Agricultural Service Officer. In the Peace Corps, he received intensive language and cultural training that prepared him to live and work in communities around the world, building lifelong friendships and learning to adapt with care. As a Foreign Service Officer with the USDA, Shane listens to the needs of communities abroad and works to match local challenges with U.S. policy solutions—guided always by the stories people share.

Tune in to hear how anthropology, storytelling, and a heart for service shaped Shane’s global journey.

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Conservation Marketing and Writing w/ Andrea DiGiorgio

Épisode 20

samedi 31 mai 2025 • Durée 52:58

In this episode of AnthroPuzzled, we’re joined by Andrea DiGiorgio, a lecturer in both the Writing and Anthropology departments at Princeton University, a postdoctoral researcher at Rutgers University, and a conservation marketer. Andrea brings a unique blend of academic insight and real-world advocacy to our discussion, which focuses on the ethics of wildlife imagery and the diverse roles within academia.

Andrea teaches courses that bridge writing, anthropology, sustainability, and conservation. She is passionate about educating and learning from the next generation of scholars while continuing her own research and writing. Her academic work explores the intersections of communication, ethics, and environmental responsibility.

Outside the classroom, Andrea serves as a conservation marketer and secretary for a research group under the Society for Conservation Biology. Her work focuses on how wildlife is portrayed in media — particularly the problematic trend of sharing photos taken dangerously close to animals. These images, while often well-intentioned, can encourage unsafe behavior that endangers both people and animals.

Andrea is actively involved in outreach efforts, contacting individuals and organizations to raise awareness about the risks of close wildlife encounters. Her work highlights the importance of respecting animals' space — for their safety, our own, and the health of ecosystems. She has a special focus on primates, a connection rooted in her early experiences working in zoos.

Tune in to hear how Andrea blends academic research, conservation, and media literacy to advocate for responsible wildlife representation online.

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Preserving the Past w/ Shauna Mundt

Épisode 19

vendredi 16 mai 2025 • Durée 34:50

In this episode of AnthroPuzzled, we talk with Shauna Mundt, a senior historical archaeologist at Pacific Legacy Inc. and lead archaeologist for the Martinez Cemetery Preservation Alliance. Shauna specializes in Cultural Resource Management (CRM), where she works to identify, preserve, and document historical artifacts—often under challenging field conditions and strict legal guidelines.

Shauna shares how CRM differs from academic archaeology, including the ethical responsibilities, unpredictable project locations, and the reality of looting. She also explains how tools like GIS mapping support site preservation and how anthropology skills—like recognizing patterns in human behavior—are central to her work.

Her path into archaeology wasn’t traditional. After working in corporate aviation and navigating vision loss, she found her passion in anthropology and now applies those early life skills to fast-paced, high-stakes fieldwork.

This episode offers a thoughtful look at what it means to protect cultural heritage and why understanding the past is essential to making sense of the present.

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Innovative Anthropologies w/ Angela K. VandenBroek

Épisode 18

vendredi 2 mai 2025 • Durée 01:00:08

On the latest episode of AnthroPuzzled, we talk with Angela VandenBroek, Assistant Professor of Cultural Anthropology and Business at Texas State University. Angela shares her winding path into anthropology and how she’s applied it in unexpected places—from archaeology to retail—showing that anthropology is a versatile mindset and toolkit, not just a career.

Angela explains how anthropology can improve business practices by helping companies better understand people—both consumers and employees. She highlights its role in strategy, culture, and innovation, especially for entrepreneurs.

In her teaching, Angela emphasizes that human behavior is complex and can't be understood through yes-or-no questions. She encourages students to take an empathetic approach—putting themselves in others' shoes to better understand different perspectives.

Tune in to learn how anthropology can powerfully shape the world of business.

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Academic Advising 101 w/ Edher Zamudio

Épisode 17

vendredi 18 avril 2025 • Durée 50:55

On today’s episode of AnthroPuzzled, we talk with Edher Zamudio, Student Services Specialist at UC Davis and part-time Ethnic Studies Instructor at Cosumnes River College. We dive into how anthropology can inform and improve student support work in higher education.

Edher grew up in Peru and moved to the U.S. near the end of high school. His journey through college and graduate school was shaped by mentors who helped him find his path—an experience that now motivates him to be that guide for others.

In his work, Edher acts as both a mediator and mentor. He helps students—especially those who are undocumented or recently relocated—navigate university systems, understand policies, and feel supported. He also works closely with program coordinators to make sure students are receiving what they need to succeed. Edher’s background in applied anthropology plays a key role in how he approaches his work. Drawn to the discipline’s focus on understanding people and cultures, he credits anthropology with making him a more empathetic and effective advocate.

Tune in to hear how anthropology can be a valuable tool in student services—and how it’s helped Edher support students in meaningful, lasting ways.

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Resolving Intersectional Challenges Within Organizations w/ Nirupama Hayden

Épisode 16

vendredi 4 avril 2025 • Durée 50:15

On this episode of AnthroPuzzled, we were honored to interview Nirupama Hayden, a Certified Diversity Executive and Associate Consultant. We discuss how anthropological knowledge is vital in jobs with diversity components and in negotiation.

Companies today face a multitude of challenges, among the most pressing being issues related to belonging and inclusion. These challenges lead to inefficiencies in client services and create unhealthy work environments. As a diversity executive, Nirupama works with companies to identify the best solutions to these problems and ensure they do not arise again.

Nirupama applies her understanding of anthropology to address the root causes of workplace issues. She also leverages these skills to analyze and navigate the unique social environments within each company. According to her, many workplace problems stem from miscommunication between different levels of the organization. To foster an ideal work environment, employees must learn to collaborate, compromise, and communicate effectively. Her work ensures that all employees feel safe and heard in their workplace. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing diversity issues with care and intentionality.

Beyond consulting, Nirupama also applies her anthropological expertise in teaching. She creates positive learning environments that significantly increase passing rates and enhance student success. By incorporating the communication skills she advocates for as a diversity executive, she makes her classes engaging and impactful. Her teaching leaves lasting impressions on many students, even altering the course of their lives.

Stay tuned to learn more about how anthropology skills are an asset in diversity and consulting work.

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Adventures in Ethnography w/ Mujtaba Hameed

Épisode 15

vendredi 21 mars 2025 • Durée 43:09

In this episode of AnthroPuzzled, we sit down with Mujtaba Hameed, an anthropologist and Associate Director at Stripe Partners, a technology consulting firm. Together, we explore what it means to be a consultant and how anthropology plays a crucial role in this field.

Mujtaba, an applied anthropologist, specializes in ethnography and user research, tracking the shifts and changes in modern technology and culture. By staying up to date with the ever-evolving world of technology, he formulates strategies that help clients like Apple, Google, and Instagram stay ahead of the curve. His deep curiosity about human behavior allows him to translate complex insights into actionable plans, ensuring his clients can best utilize technology to benefit themselves.

Mujtaba also draws on his linguistic skills to present these insights in an accessible and understandable way for clients, making his advice both practical and impactful. His work has taken him from LA to Tokyo and beyond, offering a global perspective and a unique anthropological lens for understanding and influencing the tech industry.

Tune in now to uncover how anthropology is shaping the world of technology consulting!

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Academic Editing w/ Katherine Wiley

vendredi 7 mars 2025 • Durée 43:41

In this episode of AnthroPuzzled, we sit down with Katherine Wiley, a cultural anthropologist and the owner of Goldenrod Editorial, an academic editing business.

Together, we explore the unique world of academic editing—work that goes far beyond fixing grammar. Katherine shares how she support writers throughout the drafting process, helping them clarify their ideas and reduce academic jargon to make their work more accessible. We also dive into the strong, collaborative relationships Katherine builds with the writers she supports.

Katherine’s experience in cultural anthropology, along with her time in the Peace Corps, has shaped her approach to editing. She discusses how anthropology has taught her the art of storytelling and the importance of active listening—both essential skills in her work with authors.

Tune in to discover how anthropology and academic editing go hand in hand, and what it takes to help scholars bring their ideas to life.

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Human Rights & Global Health w/ Cameron Kays

Épisode 13

vendredi 21 février 2025 • Durée 36:27

In this episode of AnthroPuzzled, we sit down with Cameron Kays, Associate Director of Programs at the World Shoe Fund, to explore the intersection of human rights, global health, and anthropology.

The World Shoe Fund is an important and impactful organization that helps different communities by supplying them with resources they don’t have access to, like footwear that provides a barrier against deadly disease. Cameron shares how her background in anthropology shaped her path in international affairs, offering fresh insights into the evolving challenges of global health. She reflects on how travel and cultural immersion influenced her work and the shifts in perspective she’s had since stepping into the world of humanitarian aid.

We also dive into the power of co-collaboration—why it’s crucial for organizations to work with local communities rather than simply providing aid. Cameron explains how she and her team prioritize partnerships with local leaders to ensure healthcare solutions are culturally informed, sustainable, and truly impactful."

Tune in to this episode to see the interconnected relationship between global healthcare and anthropology.

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Multisensory Museum Exhibits w/ Cheryl Fogle-Hatch

Épisode 12

vendredi 7 février 2025 • Durée 44:14

In this episode, we sit down with Cheryl Fogle Hatch, a trailblazer who talks about how she has navigated the world as a totally blind individual. Cheryl shares her personal experiences and insights into how she expertly navigates both her daily life and her work using technology like screen readers, VoiceOver, and TalkBack to access grants, research documents, and other essential information.

Cheryl also discusses her journey through archaeology and museum work, where she found joy in connecting with artifacts in the collections area through touch. However, she noticed that public museum displays were often behind glass, making it difficult for others to engage with the exhibits in the same way. Seeing an opportunity to make museums more inclusive, Cheryl founded MuseumSense, a business that creates tactile replicas of artifacts, allowing individuals of all abilities to interact with and experience history in a more hands-on way.

In our conversation, we also explore the different kinds of tactile experiences that can be used to make museum exhibits more accessible, including braille, sculptures, 3D prints, and even patchwork. Cheryl offers insights into how each approach can enhance the hands-on experience for visitors, making it more inclusive for people with diverse needs. She would love to do more research in tactile design.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about accessibility, innovation, and creating more inclusive spaces for everyone.

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