Harper Talks

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Harper Talks Episode 55 – Elda Holbrook

September 10, 2026

From toy designer in Venezuela to medical interpreter in the United States and ultimately a neuro ICU nurse, Harper College alumna Elda Holbrook discusses her road to finding her calling on the latest Harper Talks. A 2024 Harper College graduate and HOPE Scholarship recipient, Elda reflects on the financial support, hands-on learning and unexpected opportunities, including studying healthcare in South Africa, that helped shape her path. Today, Elda is a registered nurse in the Neuro Intensive...

Harper Talks Episode 54 - Kris Piepenburg

June 05, 2026

Harper Talks host Brian Shelton sits down with retiring Harper College English Professor and alumnus Kris Piepenburg to reflect on a remarkable journey that began as a Harper student in 1979. Kris shares memories of a very different campus, his experiences as a WHCM radio DJ, and his role in bringing legendary musical acts like Survivor and Pat Metheny to Harper. He also discusses the professors who inspired his path, his career in publishing, and his return to Harper as a faculty member who ...

Harper Talks Episode 53 – Kiara Trejo

April 23, 2026

As the construction manager leading the work on Harper’s new Canning Student Center, alumna Kiara Trejo shares her full circle journey from Harper College to IIT to her current role at Ardmore Roderick. She discusses breaking barriers as a Latina in a male-dominated field, the value of hands-on learning, and how networking opened unexpected doors, including her return to Harper. Kiara offers insight into career growth and why stepping outside your comfort zone can change everything.

Working Class to World Class · Medium booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

How do I get in touch with Harper Talks?

Harper Talks is hosted by Brian Shelton. Its publicly listed email is whcmhawkradio@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Harper Talks?

The publicly listed email for Harper Talks: whcmhawkradio@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Harper Talks have?

Podseeker estimates Harper Talks reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Harper Talks?

Harper Talks typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Harper College alumni (preferred) with credible professional experience (e.g., media/journalism, communications, academia, or other established industries) who can tie their outcomes back to education, career turning points, and personal resilience. Guests may also include alumni currently serving as faculty or involved in public-facing projects (e.g., books/memoirs). Common among recent guests: Media production/journalism work; Awards (e.g., Emmy) or major industry recognition; Academic or teaching roles. Recent guests include John Schippman and Maham Khan.

How hard is it to get booked on Harper Talks?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Harper Talks cover?

Recent episodes cover Alumni, Higher Education, Career, Communication, and Journalism. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.