Thee Professor Forever

Meet Lisa Hemminger, aka Professor Forever. The moniker Professor Forever emerged from the relationships Hemminger has made with her students over decades: always welcoming them to ask more questions, to visit her office, to go out to lunch or dinner or for coffee, to feel free to be wholly themselves and know they are safe, and, most particularly, to reach out for help or guidance…for the rest of their lives. Now retired from formal teaching in English, Creative Writing and Film Studies Departments, Professor Forever thrives on finding people of all ages who might need her help or want to discuss issues and ideas. She can’t imagine putting an end to providing guidance in whatever way she can. In fact, PF can also provide help in subjects other than academic. As you will note when you listen to the Professor Forever podcast, PF has experienced many adventures throughout her life–for example, being a drummer in a RockBand band, a performance poet, and a ghost hunter. Please join PF and others as they start this journey!

Finale

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01-15
54:05

The Attraction Equation, Again

Making some updates to a FB discussion on the values of attraction in romantic coupling. What can you add to this discussion, scholars? Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

12-15
30:04

Randonautica Review and Guy Debord

Professor Forever recounts her experience with the app and makes some new connections. Also, holiday angst. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

11-27
31:44

Fear

Have you ever wondered where your specific fears come from? Professor Forever tells you about a surreal theater play (which wasn't scary) and singing hymns before analyzing some fears of her own. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

11-19
29:21

YouView

YouView is Professor Forever's cheeky portmanteau for YouTube Viewing, which she has been doing a little too much lately. But she also shares info about two new trending subjects found there. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

11-10
29:02

My Sister

In one sense, Professor Forever's sister is just an ordinary person---living in a Chicago suburb, working day to day, and managing life like the rest of us. But there is something really special about Bonne. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

11-03
29:28

The Bog Girl

Professor Forever reads you a creepy story. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

10-19
59:19

W is for...

Professor Forever plays a word game (and encourages you to play it,too). Plus, some Emily poetry. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

10-13
24:25

October Blather

Professor Forever talks horror movies---two in particular---and recounts a story inspired by a book of dead classmates. Also, how about a friend-for-lease company? Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

10-05
30:39

Shag and Shappy

Professor forever chats with an old friend about three performance poets from the glory days of the Chicago spoken poetry scene. Note: This episode is crass, uncensored, and rollicking fun. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

09-28
47:07

Starting Over

Professor Forever has some life changes that spark thoughts of starting over. She encourages you to consider ways you can refresh yourself. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

09-22
24:57

A Day in the Life

Professor Forever describes a typical day. Along the way, she explains two teaching prompts that worked well to inspire students' creativity. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

09-12
30:31

Erasers

Professor Forever reflects on the start of so many school years and folds those thoughts into a discussion of mindfulness. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

09-04
27:36

Apartment Lives

Professor Forever is back with stories of apartment living. The episode features adventures, scary moments, landlords who rule and who suck, and the joys of city living. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

08-25
29:38

Pray for Hawaii and All the Pys

Lahaina, Maui is burning. Professor Forever needs to read to you. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

08-12
52:09

Neighbors

Over her lifetime, Professor Forever has written in the voice of neighbors, has had bonds with neighbors, and has had fights with neighbors. Lately, she has noticed a new phase of her interactions with the nearby. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

08-03
31:21

Old Soul Music

After seeing one of her favorite bands live, Professor Forever was inspired to listen back on some old tuneage. She encourages you to do the same for revelations. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

07-29
31:38

Plum, A Memorial

Professor Forever lost someone special to her yesterday. A difficult choice made the blow even more severe. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

07-20
24:59

Murder in the Family

Is one selfish if they don't push for details about a family member's demise? Professor Forever has been wondering about this on a hot summer day. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

07-14
27:56

Happy Camping

Do you go camping? Did you go camping in your youth? Professor Forever shares a few camping stories. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

07-06
28:56

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