After our holiday hiatus, we welcome Lisa Pescara Kovach back to the Higher Ed Breakfast Club Podcast. Part two with Lisa looks at the deep complexities of higher education, faculty challenges, and fostering meaningful dialogue in today’s polarized climate.

Key topics discussed include:

• Navigating Controversial Topics in the Classroom: How educators balance neutrality, academic freedom, and student sensitivities.


• Faculty Burnout: The emotional toll on faculty managing difficult conversations and administrative pressures.


• Media Literacy as a Core Skill: Why teaching students how to critically evaluate information is more vital than ever.


• The Role of Colleges in Facilitating Dialogue: Examining how institutions can create safe spaces for challenging conversations while remaining true to their mission.


• Breakfast and Brunch Musings: A lighter note as the hosts and Lisa explore breakfast favorites, the perfect mimosa variations, and the potential for new brunch traditions.

This episode blends serious insights with moments of humor and warmth, making it a must-listen for educators, administrators, and anyone invested in the evolving landscape of higher education.