Penn State Access Granted, Volume 1

• Get a chance to get to know some of your favorite Nittany Lion and Lady Lion student-athletes
• Interview with Nittany Lion football captain Sean Lee
• Discover the rich tradition of Penn State's fencing team
• Relive the women's soccer team’s 11th consecutive Big Ten Title

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Penn State Access Granted, Volume 2

• Nittany Lion wrestlers go one on one
• Find out how track athletes train for the season
• Take a road trip with the Lady Lions basketball team
• Steve Jones sits down with Russ Rose, head coach of Penn State’s back-to-back national championship women's volleyball team
• Fet a look at the 2009 women's gymnastics team.

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Penn State Access Granted, Volume 3

• Hear from the first African American to letter in Penn State football, former halfback Wally Triplett
• Get inside the minds of Penn State’s goalies
• Take a trip to Hawaii with the men's volleyball team
• Track stars, Michael Cadau and Gayle Hunter, go one on one
• Take a look at THON 2009, the most successful THON to date.

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Penn State Access Granted, Volume 4

• Fencing National Champions Doris Willette and Nick Chinman go one on one
• Find out how student-athletes succeed both on the field and in the classroom
• Follow Penn State’s men's basketball team on their quest for post-season glory.

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2008 Season

Volume 1: Season Preview & Coastal Carolina University

• 2008 season preview
• Recap of Penn State’s thrashing of the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers: 66-10
• Interviews with Daryll Clark and wide receiver Derrick Williams

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Volume 2: Oregon State & Syracuse

• Early season success for Penn State's "spread HD" offense
• Preview of Penn State's first trip to Syracuse since 1989

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Volume 3: Temple & Illinois

• Nittany Lions 3-0 start
• Upcoming matchup with Temple
• 4-0 Nittany Lions begin conference play at Beaver Stadium. Preview of Big Ten opener between Penn State and Illinois

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Volume 4: Purdue & Wisconsin

• Penn State jumps to #6 in the AP poll
• Hosts are joined by former Nittany Lion All-American Kenny Jackson
• Look back at Derrick Williams' big day in 38-24 defeat of Illinois
• Look ahead to the road contest against Purdue
• Lions undefeated
• Hosts are joined by former Nittany Lion Keith Conlin
• Penn State's trip to Wisconsin for a clash in primetime

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Volume 5: Michigan & Ohio State

• Penn State is 7-0 and ranked #3 in the nation
• Lions look to end their losing streak versus Michigan
• Homecoming matchup and Penn State’s pursuit of a BCS bowl
• Lions end a nine-game losing streak to rival Michigan
• BCS standings debate & Big Ten race
• Upcoming primetime clash with Ohio State

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Volume 6: Iowa & Indiana

• Penn State's first win at Ohio State in 30 years
• Special interview with team co-captain Sean Lee
• Loss at Iowa & damage to national title hopes
• Outlook for 9-1 Penn State

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Volume 7: Michigan State & Rosebowl vs. USC

• Michigan State preview
• Impact of the senior class on the program
• Special Rose Bowl edition
• JoePa's contract extension
• Penn State's nearly undefeated season
• Matchup against the USC Trojans on New Year's Day

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2007 Season

Volume 1: 2007-2008 Preview, Florida International & Notre Dame

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Volume 2: Buffalo & Michigan

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Volume 3: Michigan, Illinois & Iowa

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Volume 4: Wisconsin & Indiana

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Volume 5: Ohio State & Purdue

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Volume 6: Temple & Michigan State

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Volume 7: Texas A&M

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2006 Season

Volume 1: Akron & Notre Dame

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Volume 2: Youngstown State & Ohio State

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Volume 3: Northwestern & Minnesota

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Volume 4: Michigan & Illinois

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Volume 5: Purdue & Wisconsin

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Volume: 6: Temple & Michigan State

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Volume 7: Outback Bowl Specials

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2005 Season

Volume 1: South Florida & Cincinnati

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Volume 2: Central Michigan & Northwestern

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Volume 3: Minnesota & Ohio State

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Volume 4: Michigan & Illinois

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Volume 5: Purdue, Wisconsin

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Volume 6: Michigan State, Orange Bowl: Florida State

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Etiquette

Etiquette rules may have changed over the years, but people are still judged on how they act in professional and social situations. Join the discussion with Penn State President Graham Spanier and two experts to learn everything from how to make introductions, when to use your cell phone, and how to determine what fork to use.

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Childhood Obesity

Almost 20 percent of children in Pennsylvania are considered overweight. Join Penn State President Graham Spanier and experts to discuss childhood obesity and what we can do to help our children maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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Future Energy Strategies

There is a great need in the United States to create renewable and clean energy sources. Watch two experts from Penn State discuss fueling the future with biofuels, solar energy, fuel cells, coal, and nuclear power.

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Diabetes

Diabetes is a disease that affects more than 23 million Americans. Hear renowned diabetes experts from Penn State explain how the disease has become a global epidemic, share tips on how to stave it off, and outline ways people with diabetes can effectively manage the affliction.

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Infectious Diseases

Infectious diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide, and they are on the rise. Listen to two experts from Penn State discuss the history of infectious diseases, how they affect Americans, and what is being done to stop their spread.

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Personal Information and the Internet

If you use the Internet, your reputation, finances, and basic right to privacy may be at risk. Who has access to your information? And what can you do to protect yourself? Join Penn State President Graham Spanier and experts to learn about the issues.

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Bridge Safety

The horrifying images of Minnesota's bridge collapse in 2007 raise the question: "could it happen in our state?" Find out what needs to be done to improve infrastructure in Pennsylvania, the number one state in the nation for structurally deficient bridges.

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Heart Healthy

Each year 1.1 million Americans suffer a heart attack, 40 percent of which are fatal. Interventional cardiologists from Mount Nittany Medical Center discuss causes of heart attacks, prevention plans, and lifesaving treatments.

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Medical Errors

Tens of thousands of people die in hospitals each year as a result of preventable medical errors, making it the eighth leading cause of death in this country. Dr. Michael Weitekamp, chief medical officer of Penn State's Hershey Medical Center, and Susan DesHarnais, professor of health evaluation sciences at Penn State's College of Medicine, discuss medical errors.

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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Exposure to a traumatic event can cause nightmares, flashbacks, and sleep disorders. Sometimes these symptoms become chronic and may lead to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Two experts from Penn State and Altoona discuss the condition and approaches to overcoming it.

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The Mental Health of Students

Responding to troubled students is no new topic for educators. Colleges and universities have reported a sharp increase in students with psychological and psychiatric issues. Dr. Dennis Heitzmann, director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at Penn State, weighs in.

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Sports Journalism

Sports journalism is an evolving business that grows as it encounters new forms of media. Malcolm Moran, director of Penn State’s Center for Sports Journalism, and sports reporter Kellie Goodman look at the growth of sports journalism and its impact on sports and society.

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Antique Cars

What classifies an antique car? Are such collectibles a wise investment? And what does it take to bring one back to life? Watch two experts, with host Penn State President Graham Spanier, answer these questions and discuss how to restore and maintain antique cars.

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A Conversation with Mark Schapiro

Toxic chemicals from clothing, toys, and makeup have been found in our blood streams. Join investigative journalist Mark Schapiro during his visit to Penn State and listen to his opinions on toxic chemicals, what they mean to our health, and Americans’ reluctance to ban them.

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Where the Girls Are – Gender Equity in Education

How do gender, socioeconomic status, and ethnicity impact scholastic achievement? Hear four experts address the question with Dr. Cheryl Dellasega, associate professor of medicine and humanities at Penn State, and discuss an American Association of University Women report on the status of girls and education.

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Universal Health Care in Action: A Thought Experiment

Is health care a fundamental right? Join host Patty Satalia and experts from Penn State and other universities as they discuss how a single-payer health care system might work.

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Marcellus Shale: The Environmental, Economic, and Social Issues

The natural gas found 6,000 feet beneath Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale formation has the potential to power the United States for two years. Drilling may bring money to landowners, but how will it affect everyone else? Experts from Penn State and elsewhere discuss the implications that could befall the state.

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Chesapeake Bay

The Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary on Earth, is in danger due to human activity. Hear four experts from Penn State and other organizations discuss the importance of the bay, how its damage may affect our water supply, and the efforts underway to restore the watershed.

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Islam in Europe

Is today's clash of civilizations real or imagined? Is extremism in Europe as threatening as its media portrayal? How can Europe engage its growing Muslim population? Penn State experts confront these questions and others in an extensive discussion.

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Reinventing Shakespeare

The work of William Shakespeare has prevailed over the past 400 years, transcending culture and time. Penn State professors, Dr. Garrett Sullivan and Dr. Alex Huang, explore the appeal of Shakespeare’s work and consider its modern adaptations.

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The War Remembered, The War Forgotten

What will be remembered when the "greatest generation" is no longer here to tell its stories of World War II? Panelists from Penn State and the community explore this critical time in the American story and issues raised by the PBS documentary, "The War."

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Climate Change, Climate Justice

Climate change is typically discussed from a scientific standpoint, but what are its implications for the world's societies? Who is responsible? Who will be affected, and how? A distinguished panel of Penn State experts discusses these difficult questions.

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A Conversation with Daniel Libeskind

Daniel Libeskind, master planner of the World Trade Center reconstruction, discusses the ideas and inspirations behind the memorial. While visiting with students from Penn State’s world-renowned architecture program, he explains to host Patty Satalia how architecture is a form of storytelling.

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Meeting the Challenge of Alzheimer's

Internationally renowned Penn State experts from the fields of science, history and treatment of Alzheimer's disease discuss the current and evolving research on this complex condition.

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A Conversation with Ingrid Mattson

What is it like to be a Muslim living in North America? During her visit to Penn State, Ingrid Mattson, president of the Islamic Society of North America, discusses the joys and struggles of being a Muslim today.

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Muslims in America

It has always been difficult to be a Muslim in America, but 9-11 intensified the struggles. Today many Muslims face prejudice on a regular basis. A group of Muslims from Penn State and other parts of Pennsylvania discuss their beliefs and experiences.

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Plain People

The Amish and Plain People are neighbors to Penn State, but how much do we know about their beliefs and traditions? A panel of renowned scholars explores the complex cultures of Old Order Mennonite, Amish, and Brethren folk.

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A Conversation with Salman Rushdie

Celebrated and controversial author Salman Rushdie discusses his life and work with host Patty Satalia. This public interview, held at Penn State, also includes questions from the audience.

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Best of Three Minute Gardener, Volume 1

Best of Three Minute Gardener, Volume 2

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