As the spring semester wraps up, I’m reflecting on both the excitement and anxiety I see on campus-students are either celebrating the last day of class or bracing for finals. This week, I had the privilege of stepping in last minute to speak at a luncheon for the Wily Network, a remarkable Boston-based nonprofit that supports college students coming ou…

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Show Notes

In this kick off to Season 4 of Office Hours with Dr. De Veau, the Laura reflects on the legacy of President Jimmy Carter, particularly his significant contributions to higher education, including the establishment of the US Department of Education and various initiatives aimed at increasing access and support for students. Laura emphasizes the importance of continuing Carter's vision for equitable education and the need for advocacy in these challenging times. (And if you are watching the video, her 15 year old beagle, Daisy, does a bit of wandering).

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Show Description: Dr De Veau and guest Patrick Romero Aldaz will be spilling the tea about graduation day and what it takes to make it all look “just right”. We are looking forward to sharing tear jerk moments, the screaming matches, the Diva speakers and the over the top moments that are hard to believe. All in the name of keeping up appearances and tradition. Watch the interview here

Guest Bio: Patrick I. Romero-Aldaz, MA.Ed., Associate Vice President of Student Affairs & Dean of Students, Regis UniversityPatrick currently serves as the AVP/Dean of Students at Regis University, in Denver, CO where he has been since June of 2018. Prior to his current role, Patrick was the Dean of Student Engagement & Leadership at Mount Ida College in Newton, MA. He holds a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies from Virginia Tech University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of New Mexico. A dedicated higher education professional, Patrick has committed his career to advancing student access, engagement, leadership, and tradition. Central to his work is a strong ethic of care and commitment for equity, diversity, and inclusion. As a first-generation college student, he recognizes the gift that is higher education and works to ensure that the students he works with can benefit from it to advance their goal and dream. A native of Colorado, Patrick lives in Denver with his partner Sam and enjoys spending free time traveling, and enjoying the culinary arts.

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SHOW NOTES! This Week's Top of the Show Stories: Male, Back and Latino Student Enrollment on the DeclineStudents, HigherEd Leaders Diverge on Post Covid PrioritiesPandemic Student Loan Pause Mostly Helps those who Can Afford to Pay

Upcoming Office Hours with Dr. De Veau on Fireside! Wednesday, May 25 at 12:00 noon “May Think Tank: Load Up the Bus” The Academic Year has come to a close, and the Office Hours Think Thank will return for a final episode before they head out on break … but don’t worry, we have a full month of Office Hours yet to broadcast! So, join us for reflections on the year that was and some hopes and wishes for the summer projects. 

In the works: 

* A discussion on the impact of overturning Roe v. Wade on campuses in Trigger states. 

* A Focus on the Butler University Student Well-being and Institutional Support Survey

* Outcomes of the Special Committee on Governance, Academic Freedom and Institutional Racism in the UNC 

* Interview with President Driscoll of Indiana University of PA to discuss his recent speech on the changing future of the University

Want to be a guest on the show? Have a request or suggestion for a topic or guest? Please reach out to Dr. De Veau great ideas come from our loyal listeners!

Publication & Broadcast Calendar for Spring 2022

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On this replay of “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau”, we were joined by BFLP Program Director, Robin Kahn, and Babson College faculty member, Jennifer Bethel to tell us more about the program. 

Show Notes:

* Babson Financial Literacy Project Boot Camp Registration

* Follow Babson Financial Literacy Project on Instagram & LinkedIn

TODAY! Friday, March 11 at 12Noon  join us for a special episode of "Office Hours with Dr. De Veau" when we bring together Higher Education professionals from a diversity of campus sizes and types including: Northeastern University, Champlain College, and the University of Maine for broad insight into the work being done to support Ukrainian and Russian community members on their campuses. Students, Faculty and Staff with Roots to these countries as well as our broader community are feeling the impact in so many ways. Join us Today - at 12Noon

March 16th, “Reimagining Residence Life” with Dr. Cissy Petty, VP for Student Affairs and her team from the Office of Residence Life. Resident Assistants have been the front line for Residence Life for Generations. In the fall of 2021, George Washington University in Washington, DC launched their new residence life staffing model, where RAs were no longer part of the equation. What gave the GW team the will to take on this behemoth in the tradition of student affairs, and what has the first semester of the new program taught them? Wednesday, March 16 at 12Noon ET

For the first time since Spring of 2019, Student Affairs professionals will be gathering for the NASPA, Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Eduction conference. On the latest episode of “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” members of the Think Tank came together to discuss their hopes for the conference. While participation will be smaller than in years past, we all agreed that perhaps, this will make for a new dawn in conference participation. Listen and let us know what YOU are hoping for!

Tune in for Upcoming Shows:March 9th, College is often the first time in a person’s life when money management skills are needed. But, most young adults do not receive “Financial Literacy” education and are left to their own devices to make financial decisions. Many overspend, take on too much debt, and don’t think about planning for the future. While there is no shortage of online personal finance content, many young adults are not aware of their knowledge gaps or motivated to learn independently. The Babson Financial Literacy Project (BFLP) is a not-for-profit program that prepares young adults to manage their financial futures. On Wednesday, March 9 at 12Noon ET,  will welcome Robin Kahn, Program Director of the BFLP and faculty member, Jennifer Bethel to tell us more about the program. 

March 16th, “Reimagining Residence Life” with Dr. Cissy Petty, VP for Student Affairs and her team from the Office of Residence Life. Resident Assistants have been the front line for Residence Life for Generations. In the fall of 2021, George Washington University in Washington, DC launched their new residence life staffing model, where RAs were no longer part of the equation. What gave the GW team the will to take on this behemoth in the tradition of student affairs, and what has the first semester of the new program taught them? Wednesday, March 16 at 12Noon ET

If you are attending the NASPA National Conference in March 19 - 23 in Baltimore, be sure to be on the lookout for Dr. De Veau on the Street! Laura will be hosting multiple live broadcasts from the conference, and looking for participants to take part in person and virtually! 

Publication & Broadcast Calendar for Spring 2022

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On this latest episode of “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” our panelists guided us through some of the key issues facing campuses. We dove into the research of Dr. Raquel Wright-Mair and Dr. Delma Ramos, and started asking tough questions about the systemic inequities that exist within the tenure process.

Guest bios (in alphabetical order):

Dr. Susan Marine is Professor of Higher Education and Vice Provost of graduate education at Merrimack College. Her research examines the intersection of queer and feminist transformational praxis, which is actualized through institutional change-work to end sexual violence, and the flourishing of LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty.  She recently co-authored a study with Dr. Wright-Mair on the experiences of LGBTQ+ racially minoritized faculty, and has co-edited two recent books:  Collaborating for change: Transforming cultures to end gender-based violence in higher education (Oxford UP) and Critical Praxis in Student Affairs: Social Justice in Action (Stylus). [Connect on Instagram at: @susmarine or via Linked-In]

Dr. Delma Ramos, is an assistant professor of Higher Education at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Dr. Ramos' work examines the experiences of historically minoritized populations in higher education from an equity and social justice lens. Particularly, she studies issues at the intersection of race, class, and gender. Her research is unified by a focus on interrogating paradigms and ideologies that sustain inequity in higher education while highlighting the assets, agency, and resistance of historically minoritized communities. Dr. Ramos’ work is informed by her methodological training grounded in Qualitative and Mixed-Methods approaches and paired with critical theory. [Connect on Twitter at: @DraDelmaRamos]

Dr. Frank Tuitt is the University of Connecticut’s Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer and Professor of Higher Education and Student Affairs in the NEAG School of Education.  In 2019, he received the National Association of Chief Diversity Officers in Higher Education Individual Leadership Award in recognition of “outstanding contributions to research, administration, practice, advocacy, and/or policy, and whose work informs and advances understanding of diversity and inclusive excellence in higher education.” He is a coeditor and contributing author of five books including Plantation Politics and Campus Rebellions: Power, Diversity, and the Emancipatory Struggle in Higher Education (SUNY Press).

Dr. Raquel Wright-Mair is Assistant Professor of Higher Education at Rowan University. Dr. Wright-Mair conducts research that is grounded in social justice, equity, and inclusion in higher education. Dr. Wright-Mair’s research agenda seeks to transform and advocate for the creation of more equitable and inclusive campus environments for underrepresented populations, specifically racially minoritized faculty members. Dr. Wright-Mair works collaboratively with the National Institute for Transformation and Equity (NITE) as a faculty researcher, conducting work focused on cultivating supportive campus environments that maximize success among diverse populations. Dr. Wright-Mair has produced several conference presentations and publications focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. She is also co-editor and contributing author for the book: College Students and Their Environments, and is actively involved in several national organizations. [Connect on Twitter at: @DrRaquelWrightM]

On this episode of “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” I was joined by my guest, Matt Burke, Athletic Director at Fitchburg State University to discuss the new NCAA constitution the impact of recent state and federal legislation on student athlete’s rights to profit off their name, image & likeness, and how all of this is moving so fast that the NCAA may be struggling to keep up. Listen up and …

On the Next “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” - February 9 at 12 NoonRacially Minoritized Faculty & the Tenure Process

Faculty members on the tenure track have to endure campus politics while producing research that earns notoriety and the respect of their colleagues and the tenure review committee. It can take years, and there are no guarantees. For racially minoritized faculty at Predominately White Institutions the tenure review process is embedded with systemic bias that puts their candidacy for tenure at a disadvantage. Researchers call this “resource deficit consciousness” of time, money, and prestige as faculty members’ internalized negative perceptions of their ability to meet and exceed traditional metrics for tenure and promotion. On the next episode of “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau”, we will be welcoming four scholars who have done research on the topic as we pull back the reality of the tenure process and how it is failing our racially minoritized faculty.

Join me on February 9th at 12 Noon on “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau”, the Next Evolution of Professional Development for Higher Education Professionals. Only on Fireside.

University of Michigan Board of Regents has ousted the University President due to a reported sexual affair with a subordinate staff member. In the minutes before the original show aired, it was also announced that Michigan would be paying out $490 million to sexual assault victims of a former Univ. Michigan doctor. The Panel agreed that this is a big moment for the University to take bold leadership action and hire someone who can change the campus culture and those responsible to creating it.

In other news, U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, has called on campuses to cease the process of holding transcripts for students who owe money. Citing that this practice creates inequitable outcomes. The panel discussed how campus leaders can make strides in making needed policy moves in order to intentionally address inequities.

And finally, the panel LOVES a 4 day work week. But is higher education ready for it?

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IT IS SEARCH SEASON! Don’t Miss the NEXT Show, on Friday, January 28 at 2:30pm! A special “Real Talk” episode discussing the search process in Higher Education. We know there are lots of opinions, war stories and reasons for change. So, let’s talk about it!

My guest was, Dr. Megan Ranney from Brown University. Dr. Ranney is an emergency physician, researcher, and national advocate for innovative approaches to public health. She holds the Warren Alpert Endowed Professor of Emergency Medicine at Alpert Medical School of Brown University and is Founding Director of the Brown-Lifespan Center for Digital Health. She is also the Academic Dean at the School of Public Health at Brown University.

Dr. Ranney provided an incredible amount of insight that was not only useful for Higher Education administrators as we are framing the semester ahead, but also as we are managing our own response in our lives to the pandemic and the current surge. I invite you to listen and comment on what YOU took away from the conversation and what you would like to learn more about!

“Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” Broadcasting Schedule for Remainder of 2021: 

December 15, 2021 @ 12 Noon (ET) - 90 minute showReal Talk Audience Participation: The Mental Health Crisis on Campus

Mental Health is a crisis on campus, but the pressure on mental health is being felt in K-12; the military, the workforce … it’s everywhere. When the world is undergoing a mental health crisis how does that manifest on campus and how do campus mental health providers and leaders keep up? This will be an audience participation show, be in the room or send an email to ldeveau@fortifyassociates.com with the subject Campus Mental Health by Tuesday, December 14th at the end of the day to have your question or comment discussed. If you would like it to remain anonymous, please indicate as such. 

December 22, 2021 @ 3pm (ET)Semester 2: A Look Ahead

Office Hours will be returning in the spring semester with a slightly different look, but we know you will love it. Seriously. So join us on December 22 at a special time for this exciting look ahead. 

Publication Note: “What’s Up in the Academy?” will be delivered to your inbox on Thursday, December 2nd. There will be new episodes of “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” and Newsletters each week through the end of December. For full access, you must be a paid subscriber. Now is a great time to treat yourself or your team members who are seeking a way to enhance their professional development options in the semester ahead.

My guests, Anne Ciareldi, UMass Lowell & Dr. Shelley Errington Nicholson, Mount Wachusett Community College were outstanding, incredibly knowledgeable and were truth tellers as they spoke of the challenges and the origins of these programs on their respective campuses. And, a gold star for “perseverance” goes to Dr. Nicholson for navigating her way back to her home to get a solid wifi connection.Be aware that due to the Thanksgiving holiday we will not be publishing a newsletter until Thursday, December 2, however, we will be releasing two Fireside pods as replays to all “What’s Up in the Academy?” subscribers. The episode “What’s Newsworthy?” with USA Today’s Chris Quintana will hit your in-box on Monday, November 29.

On the Next Episode of “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau”Higher Education coverage in the mainstream news media typically focuses on human interest stories and headline worthy trends, but not the real news that may make a difference in how Higher Ed is perceived and understood. With Higher Education at a crisis of falling confidence and trust, Higher Ed pros need to understand what drives the education news cycle. Chris Quintana is an education reporter for USA Today, and he will join us to discuss how education reporters are seeing trends in higher education and what drives coverage. Join us for the conversation on Friday, November 19th at 12noon Eastern time on “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” - the Evolution of Professional Development in Higher Education - streaming Live on Fireside. 

The Monthly Office Hours Think Tank show featured commentary from Dr. Gage Paine of Gage Paine consulting and Cory Davis. A great deal to consider as we are setting our enrollment goals for the future. Will less competitive campuses be able to continue to meet the enrollment challenge while admitting a class that will persist and graduate? 

This week’s episode:Long Covid & Disability Services

According to a study from Penn State University, over half of the people who have contracted COVID 19 will suffer from Long Covid - symptoms include fatigue, neurological issues, lung abnormalities and what some are calling “foggy Covid brain.”  Recently, a workbook of recommendations for serving these students has been published. The workbook aims to provide guidance to Disability services and health professionals on serving this population. Join me and returning guest, Beth Grampetro, an expert in college health and wellness services as well as Lorre Wolfe, Director of Disability Services at Boston University to discuss these recommendations and what is to come - On Wednesday, November 10 at 12 noon Eastern. On Office Hours with Dr. De Veau - The Evolution of Professional Development in Higher Education - Streaming Live on Fireside. 

On the next episode of “Office Hours With Dr. De Veau”, Wednesday, November 3 at 12Noon (EDT): The Think Tank Returns!

Campus enrollment numbers aren’t as rosy as was predicted by in September. With National Clearinghouse data is showing that overall enrollment is down, with state colleges, community colleges and less competitive privates getting the brunt of the downturn. And, with Colgate University, Smith College and other elites removing student loans from student financial aid packages, what will that mean for students and campus enrollment modeling? Join Dr. De Veau and the Higher Ed Think Tank on Wednesday, November 3 at 12 Noon Eastern.

Office Hours with Dr. De Veau - the Evolution of Professional Development in Higher Education - streaming Live on Fireside. 

Upcoming Episodes & Topics:

* November 10: Long COVID & Impact on Campus Disability Services with Beth Grampetro (Olin College) & Lorre Wolf (Boston University)

* November 19: How the Press Cover’s Higher Ed with USA Today’s Education writer, Chris Quintana

* November 22: Food Insecurity and the Expanding Need to Feed Our Students with Anne Ciareldi (UMass Lowell) & Michelle Nicholson (Mount Wachusett Community College)

Future episodes will Feature Dr. Jason Pina (New York University), Dr. Jeanna Mastrodicassa (University of Florida), Dr. Bill Boozang (Emmanuel College, MA), Shelia Higgs Burkhalter (Winthrop University, SC), Gage Paine (Gage Paine Consulting, TX), Patrick Romero Aldaz (Regis University, CO), Dr. Julie Payne-Kirchmeier (Northwestern University, IL), and Todd Porter (Julliard, NY). The members of the Think Tank have been selected because of a variety of reasons, but the most common is they have a gift for gab and authenticity.

Last week was a huge week for Fireside. The App moved from Beta to Public and the entire Fireside Family is excited for what is to come!

The next episode of “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” will air on a special day - THURSDAY, October 14 at the usual time of 12 Noon (Eastern). For students seeking a degree life can get in the way, resulting in their taking a step out temporarily from their educational pursuits. Flexibility of online education has shown to be a benefit, but it isn’t a magic pill. On the next episode of “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau,” we will be welcoming Don Kilburn, the CEO of UMass Online. The online university component of the University of Massachusetts system. The program has taken several years to build out, and I look forward to asking Don what place he hopes UMass Online will help fill for student learners in and out of Massachusetts, and what he learned about online education during the pandemic. Exclusively on Fireside. The Future of Storytelling.

Streaming LIVE on the Fireside social media app every Wednesday at 12Noon (Eastern), “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” is your mid-week dose of higher education chatter. Each week, Dr. De Veau hosts a thought leader from Higher Education to discuss current trends and topics. As a subscriber, you will receive the latest episode the following week in your ‘in box’, but to get the most out of the show, set your reminder to get your virtual ticket, and be in the audience.

On the NEXT Episode of Office Hours with Dr. De Veau, we will be having a bit of fun discussing the NETFLIX series, “The Chair”- a short run series, staring Sandra Oh as the first BIPOC chair of the English department at fictional Pembroke College has been called by Sophie Gilbert, critic from the Atlantic “The Best Drama” Netflix has put forth in years. On the September 29th episode of Office Hours with Dr. De Veau, Higher Ed Professionals will be discussing the show, what they got right, what they got wrong and what they are hoping for for season 2. Join us at 12:00 Noon ET, and be sure to make “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” part of your weekly essential appointments.

Fireside is breaking the norms for social audio, creating a space where participants can engage with the show hosts and guests by coming up on the virtual stage, literally taking hold of the microphone and becoming a part of the show. As Dr. De Veau curates the shows to come, she is hoping that this will become THE meeting place for Higher Ed professionals to chatter about the issues of the day. Think of it like a weekly conference session, with a global community.

Be a part of the audience by requesting access to Fireside through the App store (iOS only for now - sorry, android users, but your time is coming!). Once you are in Fireside, follow Laura De Veau, and you will be alerted every time she books a show. From there, you can RSVP, and the show will become an appointment in your calendar! If you would like to propose a guest, a topic or give feedback, please feel free!

Streaming LIVE on the Fireside social media app every Wednesday at 12Noon (Eastern), “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” is your mid-week dose of higher education chatter. Each week, Dr. De Veau hosts a thought leader from Higher Education to discuss current trends and topics. As a subscriber, you will receive the latest episode the following week in your ‘in box’, but to get the most out of the show, set your reminder to get your virtual ticket, and be in the audience.

On the NEXT Episode of Office Hours with Dr. De Veau, we welcome a panel of former Higher Education Administrators who will give us perspective on what compelled them to leave the field, what they miss, and how things could have been (maybe) better. This will be a frank discussion, and we hope you can join us and be a part of it.

Fireside is breaking the norms for social audio, creating a space where participants can engage with the show hosts and guests by coming up on the virtual stage, literally taking hold of the microphone and becoming a part of the show. As Dr. De Veau curates the shows to come, she is hoping that this will become THE meeting place for Higher Ed professionals to chatter about the issues of the day. Think of it like a weekly conference session, with a global community.

Be a part of the audience by requesting access to Fireside through the App store (iOS only for now - sorry, android users, but your time is coming!). Once you are in Fireside, follow Laura De Veau, and you will be alerted every time she books a show. From there, you can RSVP, and the show will become an appointment in your calendar! If you would like to propose a guest, a topic or give feedback, please feel free!

Such coordinated programs have real value, not only for the institution seeking to bolster enrollment, but also for the students who need assistance finding a pathway to completion. According to the Community College Resource Center, only 25% of those who start at a community college end up transferring to a four-year institution. EAB Gives us this stat: about four million community college students intend to transfer to four-year institutions but don’t. As HigherEd Pros, we need to be seeking out opportunities to expand student success and create programs that meet the needs of specific populations. Considering what transfer students need will take some analysis of your own campus culture. However, keep in mind that you likely have all the elements of a success program already baked into your campus student services, you just have to re-imagine how you use these elements to fit the transfer student needs.

Streaming LIVE on the Fireside social media app every Wednesday at 12Noon (Eastern), “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” is your mid-week dose of higher education chatter. Each week, Dr. De Veau hosts a thought leader from Higher Education to discuss current trends and topics. As a subscriber, you will receive the latest episode the following week in your ‘in box’, but to get the most out of the show, set your reminder to get your virtual ticket, and be in the audience.

Fireside is breaking the norms for social audio, creating a space where participants can engage with the show hosts and guests by coming up on the virtual stage, literally taking hold of the microphone and becoming a part of the show. As Dr. De Veau curates the shows to come, she is hoping that this will become THE meeting place for Higher Ed professionals to chatter about the issues of the day. Think of it like a weekly conference session, with a global community.

Be a part of the audience by requesting access to Fireside through the App store (iOS only for now - sorry, android users, but your time is coming!). Once you are in Fireside, follow Laura De Veau, and you will be alerted every time she books a show. From there, you can RSVP, and the show will become an appointment in your calendar! If you would like to propose a guest, a topic or give feedback, please feel free!

On the NEXT Episode of Office Hours with Dr. De Veau, Iona College Dean of Students, Joel Quintong will join Dr. De Veau for a discussion about institutional hiring practice and creating a culture of effective recruitment, onboarding and staff retention.

Streaming LIVE on the Fireside social media app every Wednesday at 12Noon (Eastern), “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” is your mid-week dose of higher education chatter. Each week, Dr. De Veau hosts a thought leader from Higher Education to discuss current trends and topics. As a subscriber, you will receive the latest episode the following week in your ‘in box’, but to get the most out of the show, set your reminder to get your virtual ticket, and be in the audience.

Fireside is breaking the norms for social audio, creating a space where participants can engage with the show hosts and guests by coming up on the virtual stage, literally taking hold of the microphone and becoming a part of the show. As Dr. De Veau curates the shows to come, she is hoping that this will become THE meeting place for Higher Ed professionals to chatter about the issues of the day. Think of it like a weekly conference session, with a global community.

Be a part of the audience by requesting access to Fireside through the App store (iOS only for now - sorry, android users, but your time is coming!). Once you are in Fireside, follow Laura De Veau, and you will be alerted every time she books a show. From there, you can RSVP, and the show will become an appointment in your calendar!

If you would like to propose a guest, a topic or give feedback, please feel free!

Streaming LIVE on the Fireside social media app every Wednesday at 12Noon (Eastern), “Office Hours with Dr. De Veau” is your mid-week dose of higher education chatter. Each week, Dr. De Veau hosts a thought leader from Higher Education to discuss current trends and topics. As a subscriber, you will receive the latest episode the following week in your ‘in box’, but to get the most out of the show, set your reminder to get your virtual ticket, and be in the audience. Fireside is breaking the norms for social audio, creating a space where participants can engage with the show hosts and guests by coming up on the virtual stage, literally taking hold of the microphone and becoming a part of the show. As Dr. De Veau curates the shows to come, she is hoping that this will become THE meeting place for Higher Ed professionals to chatter about the issues of the day. Think of it like a weekly conference session, with a global community.

Be a part of the audience by requesting access to Fireside through the App store (iOS only for now - sorry, android users, but your time is coming!). Once you are in Fireside, follow Laura De Veau, and you will be alerted every time she books a show. From there, you can RSVP, and the show will become an appointment in your calendar! If you would like to propose a guest, a topic or give feedback, please feel free!