How Podcasting Builds Belonging in Higher Ed

A campus podcast that is a stage for student voices, faculty wisdom, and the spirit of community. Dr. Greg Pillar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregdpillar/) shares how The Bulldog Mindset (https://gregpillar.com/resources/podcasts-media/) podcast grew from an idea into a thriving campus podcast that amplifies the voices of students, faculty, and the broader Gardner-Webb community. Through thoughtful preparation, creative questions, and a commitment to authentic conversation, he reflects on lessons learned from the first season, the importance of consistency, and the surprising ways podcasting builds confidence and connection. His insights reveal how a single show can capture the energy of academic life while leaving a platform for future voices to carry forward. Episode Links: • The Bulldog Mindset Podcast (https://gregpillar.com/resources/podcasts-media/)   • Gardner-Webb University Official Podcast Network (https://gardner-webb.edu/resources/podcast/)   • Greg Pillar | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregdpillar/) • Greg Pillar (https://gregpillar.com/) • Dr. Gregory D. Pillar - Gardner-Webb University (https://gardner-webb.edu/people/gregory-pillar/)   Connect with Us • Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.com (mailto:hello@continuingstudiespodcast.com) • Learn More: Continuing Studies Podcast (https://www.continuingstudiespodcast.com/) • Follow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn Page (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/97470907) • Join LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters Network (https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14115712/) • Connect w/ Jen: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferleejpodcreations/) or  jpodcreations@gmail.com  • Connect w/ Neil:  LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/namcphedran/) or neil@podiumpodcastco.com • Twitter:  @namcphedran (https://twitter.com/namcphedran) / @podiumpodcastco (https://twitter.com/podiumpodcastco) • Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@continuingstudiespod) • HigherEdPods (https://higheredpods.com/) Chapters: • (00:00) - Introduction • (06:31) - Launching The Bulldog Mindset • (08:44) - Who’s the Audience • (09:43) - Student Voices: “What’s in Your Backpack?” • (10:56) - Lessons from Season One • (13:18) - Passing Knowledge Forward • (14:33) - Developing Interview Skills • (15:59) - The Team Behind the Podcast • (16:54) - Building a Consistent Podcast Rhythm • (19:01) - Leaving a Legacy • (20:49) - Student Opportunities in Podcasting • (22:43) - From Q&A to Conversation • (23:56) - Giving Students a Voice • (26:26) - Greg’s Broader Podcast Journey • (30:21) - Conclusion Join us at Higher Ed Pod Con in Cleveland, OH, July 16 - 17 2026 Sign up by May 29 for Early Bird Pricing (https://qcoirfalslewtms.eventify.io/t2/tickets)