Shakespeare’s Impact on Pop Culture (S7-E55, Various Guests)

Pop, the Question

William Shakespeare is a household name for good reason. His celebrated classics and literary themes have influenced generations of writers, performers, philosophers, and audiences, omnipresently evident in contemporary film, television, literature, and stage production. For a special live "Pop, the Question" podcast event, Host Dr. Melinda Lewis gathers together with an ensemble cast of Drexel University’s own characters—including members of Pennoni Honors College’s Shakespeare Read-Aloud community—to discuss the themes, adaptation, legacy, and impact of Shakespeare’s writing on popular culture. Recorded as a live event during the Week of Undergraduate Excellence (sponsored by Undergraduate Research & Enrichment Programs, Pennoni Honors College) on May 22, 2024 through virtual conferencing (Philadelphia, PA, USA). Featured Guests: Sophie Geagan (Medical Student, College of Medicine, Drexel University; Alumna); Heather McCormack (Co-op Advisor, Steinbright Career Development Center); and Steven Weber, PhD (Vice Provost for Undergraduate Curriculum and Education; Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, College of Engineering) Host and Producer: Melinda Lewis, PhD (Director of Strategy) Dean: Paula Marantz Cohen, PhD Executive Producer: Erica Levi Zelinger (Director, Marketing & Media) Producer: Brian Kantorek (Associate Director, Marketing & Media) Event Coordinator: Rachel James (Program Manager, Undergraduate Research & Enrichment Programs) Research and Script: Melinda Lewis, PhD Audio Engineering and Editing: Brian Kantorek Original Theme Music: Brian Kantorek Production Assistance: Noah Levine Social Media Outreach: Piper Kelly Graphic Design: Esther Lee Logo Design: Michal Anderson Additional Voiceover: Malia Lewis The views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily those of Drexel University or Pennoni Honors College. To join the Shakespeare Read-Aloud group, visit drexel.edu/pennoni or contact [e-mail]. Copyright © 2024 Drexel University