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Research Matters

From addressing societal challenges to advancing our understanding of the world around us, research matters to all of us.

Podcast · By Kennesaw State University · English · US · Official site

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Sep 16, 2026
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  1. Episode · Sep 16, 2026

    Episode 14: Why Do Stories Have So Much Power? (opens the original)

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    Storytelling can shape our understanding of ourselves and the people around us. In this episode of Research Matters, we’re exploring how sharing personal narratives can inform self-awareness and create meaningful connections with others with Dr. Charles Parrott, a KSU researcher from the Geer College of the Arts. Joining Charlie is Josh Cuthbertson, the creator of Atlanta Storytellers, where people are given the space to share their personal experiences in front of a live audience. In his show,

  2. Episode · Aug 12, 2026

    Episode 13: Losing Weight Through Personalized Step Counts (opens the original)

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    Is better health just a few steps away? In this episode of Research Matters, we talk with Professor of Exercise Science Bob Buresh, who leads an interdisciplinary team investigating how walking can be a transformative, accessible, and cost-effective approach to fighting obesity. The research aims to confirm initial findings suggesting that increased step counts correlate with improved health indicators, such as reduced body fat and lower insulin levels. Once proven, the predictive model could re

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