Blue Chair Conversations - Made for This: The Duke Campaign
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Blue Chair Conversations - Made for This: The Duke Campaign
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VIDEO & PODCAST SERIES
Blue Chair Conversations
Something special happens when a guest sits in that
blue chair
.
See for yourself in the brand-new video and podcast series from Duke celebrating the hope, passion and resiliency that connects us.
MADE FOR THIS: Blue Chair Conversations
features candid one-on-one interviews with Duke change agents, speaking from the heart. Find out what drives them, what keeps them going through tough times and what keeps them at Duke.
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The Transformative Power of Mentorship
Tyson Haywood Brown is made for Mentorship. Now leading the Cook Center on Social Equity at @dukeuniversity, Dr. Tyson Haywood Brown shares his vision for building multigenerational mentorship that empowers the next generation of scholars and leaders. He reflects on the powerful role of mentorship from his college professors to his grandfather, Reverend Haywood Brown.
...
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How Documentary Film Creates Connections
Sadie Tillery is made for Curiosity. As the co-director of the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, Sadie says her curiosity about others’ stories makes her more compassionate and understanding. Every year, she brings award-winning artists from all over the world to Durham, NC, through the festival.
...
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Former White House Advisor Believes in the Power of Empathy
Peter Feaver is made for Empathy. As the Director of Duke’s American Grand Strategy program, Peter believes that being able to stand in another’s shoes is a core value. That’s why he organizes an event every four years that gathers Republican and Democratic presidential advisors in discussion.
...
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Duke Doctor of Ministry Believes Leading with Gratitude is Essential
Angel Collie is made for Leadership. He wakes up and writes down three things he is grateful for every day, taking the chance to lean into gratitude instead of fear. And in Angel’s experience working with faculty and students, he can lead with hope and belonging in partnership with Duke.
...
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Duke Coach Jon Scheyer Talks With Children’s Heart Surgeon
Coach Jon Scheyer and Dr. Joseph Turek are made for Teamwork. Head Coach of @DukeMBB, Jon Scheyer, and @DukeHealth Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Dr. Joseph Turek, both run successful teams that win together. In this conversation, they both discuss the keys to success, what makes a team great and how their unlikely friendship has impacted their journeys.
...
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Duke Researcher Discovers Revolutionary Treatment for Cancer
Suzanne Wardell is made for freedom. As an assistant research professor in pharmacology and cancer biology, she discovered that a drug designed to relieve post-menopausal symptoms could help cure breast cancer. Today, Suzanne credits Duke with providing her the freedom to pursue research that is changing women’s health and beyond.
...
Don’t miss an episode!
Subscribe to the Forever Duke YouTube channel
and you’ll be notified of each new guest.
Podcast more your style?
Dive deeper with extended episodes with every Blue Chair Conversations guest on the Devils & Details Podcast, hosted by
DukeMag
.
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
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Blue Chair Conversation With Tyson Haywood Brown
Apr. 16, 2026 • Devils and Details • 16:10
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Blue Chair Conversation With Sadie Tillery
Apr. 2, 2026 • Devils and Details • 22:00
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Blue Chair Conversation With Peter Feaver
Mar. 19, 2026 • Devils and Details • 21:42
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Blue Chair Conversation With Angel Collie
Mar. 5, 2026 • Devils and Details • 13:32
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Blue Chair Conversation with Coach Jon Scheyer and Dr. Joseph Turek
Feb. 19, 2026 • Devils and Details • 22:59
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Blue Chair Conversation With Suzanne Wardell
Feb. 5, 2026 • Devils and Details • 20:23
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Blue Chair Conversation With Bill Pan
Jan. 22, 2026 • Devils and Details • 16:36
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Blue Chair Conversation With Brandon Garrett
Jan. 8, 2026 • Devils and Details • 10:04
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Blue Chair Conversation With Heather Whitson
Dec. 18, 2025 • Devils and Details • 19:01
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Blue Chair Conversation With Ronnie Chatterji
Nov. 5, 2025 • Devils and Details • 16:31
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Skip to content
VIDEO & PODCAST SERIES
Blue Chair Conversations
Something special happens when a guest sits in that
blue chair
.
See for yourself in the brand-new video and podcast series from Duke celebrating the hope, passion and resiliency that connects us.
MADE FOR THIS: Blue Chair Conversations
features candid one-on-one interviews with Duke change agents, speaking from the heart. Find out what drives them, what keeps them going through tough times and what keeps them at Duke.
YouTube Video UEw0STB1MC1jU2FFZXlxM1lHWGhrWDByS1hiVUpKQmNXRy43MTI1NDIwOTMwQjIxMzNG
The Transformative Power of Mentorship
Tyson Haywood Brown is made for Mentorship. Now leading the Cook Center on Social Equity at @dukeuniversity, Dr. Tyson Haywood Brown shares his vision for building multigenerational mentorship that empowers the next generation of scholars and leaders. He reflects on the powerful role of mentorship from his college professors to his grandfather, Reverend Haywood Brown.
...
YouTube Video UEw0STB1MC1jU2FFZXlxM1lHWGhrWDByS1hiVUpKQmNXRy5DNzE1RjZEMUZCMjA0RDBB
How Documentary Film Creates Connections
Sadie Tillery is made for Curiosity. As the co-director of the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, Sadie says her curiosity about others’ stories makes her more compassionate and understanding. Every year, she brings award-winning artists from all over the world to Durham, NC, through the festival.
...
YouTube Video UEw0STB1MC1jU2FFZXlxM1lHWGhrWDByS1hiVUpKQmNXRy45NzUwQkI1M0UxNThBMkU0
Former White House Advisor Believes in the Power of Empathy
Peter Feaver is made for Empathy. As the Director of Duke’s American Grand Strategy program, Peter believes that being able to stand in another’s shoes is a core value. That’s why he organizes an event every four years that gathers Republican and Democratic presidential advisors in discussion.
...
YouTube Video UEw0STB1MC1jU2FFZXlxM1lHWGhrWDByS1hiVUpKQmNXRy4zRjM0MkVCRTg0MkYyQTM0
Duke Doctor of Ministry Believes Leading with Gratitude is Essential
Angel Collie is made for Leadership. He wakes up and writes down three things he is grateful for every day, taking the chance to lean into gratitude instead of fear. And in Angel’s experience working with faculty and students, he can lead with hope and belonging in partnership with Duke.
...
YouTube Video UEw0STB1MC1jU2FFZXlxM1lHWGhrWDByS1hiVUpKQmNXRy5GM0Q3M0MzMzY5NTJFNTdE
Duke Coach Jon Scheyer Talks With Children’s Heart Surgeon
Coach Jon Scheyer and Dr. Joseph Turek are made for Teamwork. Head Coach of @DukeMBB, Jon Scheyer, and @DukeHealth Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Dr. Joseph Turek, both run successful teams that win together. In this conversation, they both discuss the keys to success, what makes a team great and how their unlikely friendship has impacted their journeys.
...
YouTube Video UEw0STB1MC1jU2FFZXlxM1lHWGhrWDByS1hiVUpKQmNXRy5ENDU4Q0M4RDExNzM1Mjcy
Duke Researcher Discovers Revolutionary Treatment for Cancer
Suzanne Wardell is made for freedom. As an assistant research professor in pharmacology and cancer biology, she discovered that a drug designed to relieve post-menopausal symptoms could help cure breast cancer. Today, Suzanne credits Duke with providing her the freedom to pursue research that is changing women’s health and beyond.
...
Don’t miss an episode!
Subscribe to the Forever Duke YouTube channel
and you’ll be notified of each new guest.
Podcast more your style?
Dive deeper with extended episodes with every Blue Chair Conversations guest on the Devils & Details Podcast, hosted by
DukeMag
.
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Amazon Music
iHeartRadio
Deezer
TuneIn
Blue Chair Conversation With Tyson Haywood Brown
Apr. 16, 2026 • Devils and Details • 16:10
0:00
0:00
Blue Chair Conversation With Sadie Tillery
Apr. 2, 2026 • Devils and Details • 22:00
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0:00
Blue Chair Conversation With Peter Feaver
Mar. 19, 2026 • Devils and Details • 21:42
0:00
0:00
Blue Chair Conversation With Angel Collie
Mar. 5, 2026 • Devils and Details • 13:32
0:00
0:00
Blue Chair Conversation with Coach Jon Scheyer and Dr. Joseph Turek
Feb. 19, 2026 • Devils and Details • 22:59
0:00
0:00
Blue Chair Conversation With Suzanne Wardell
Feb. 5, 2026 • Devils and Details • 20:23
0:00
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Blue Chair Conversation With Bill Pan
Jan. 22, 2026 • Devils and Details • 16:36
0:00
0:00
Blue Chair Conversation With Brandon Garrett
Jan. 8, 2026 • Devils and Details • 10:04
0:00
0:00
Blue Chair Conversation With Heather Whitson
Dec. 18, 2025 • Devils and Details • 19:01
0:00
0:00
Blue Chair Conversation With Ronnie Chatterji
Nov. 5, 2025 • Devils and Details • 16:31
0:00
0:00
Get Involved in
the Duke Campaign
Sign up to be a social media ambassador
Sign up to be a True Blue Voice
Sign up to be a Dinner for Duke host
Make a gift
This website uses cookies as well as similar tools and technologies to understand visitors’ experiences. By continuing to use this website, you consent to Duke University’s usage of cookies and similar technologies, in accordance with the
Duke Privacy Statement
.
Challenging times demand action
Massive cuts to federal funding are affecting Duke as hundreds of millions of dollars previously used for research are no longer available. Still, the university is committed to maintaining our core values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence.
How can you help?
Please consider donating to a fund that will enable Duke’s leaders to address the immediate challenges and opportunities facing us right now.
STEP UP FOR DUKE