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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!
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Episodes

Finale

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Jan 15, 202454 minSeason 2Ep. 84

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.

Dec 15, 202330 minSeason 2Ep. 83

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.

Nov 27, 202332 minSeason 2Ep. 82

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.

Nov 19, 202329 minSeason 2Ep. 81

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.

Nov 10, 202329 minSeason 2Ep. 80

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.

Nov 03, 202329 minSeason 2Ep. 78

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.

Oct 19, 202359 minSeason 2Ep. 77

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.

Oct 13, 202324 minSeason 2Ep. 76

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.

Oct 05, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 75

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.

Sep 28, 202347 minSeason 2Ep. 74

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.

Sep 22, 202325 minSeason 2Ep. 73

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.

Sep 12, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 72

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.

Sep 04, 202328 minSeason 2Ep. 71

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.

Aug 25, 202330 minSeason 2Ep. 70

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.

Aug 12, 202352 minSeason 2Ep. 69

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.

Aug 03, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 68

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.

Jul 29, 202332 minSeason 2Ep. 67

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.

Jul 20, 202325 minSeason 2Ep. 66

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.

Jul 14, 202328 minSeason 2Ep. 65

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.

Jul 06, 202329 minSeason 2Ep. 64

Amateur Hour

Do you feel like an amateur? Join the club that Professor Forever belongs to and celebrate yourself! Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

Jun 27, 202317 minSeason 2Ep. 63

Oral Weave Six Words

Professor Forever thinks your words are so beautiful that she tried to make an oral present of them. Don't hear your words? You will...soon. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

Jun 19, 202314 minSeason 2Ep. 62

A Healing Wish

Professor Forever sends out love to the world of all creatures today, be they bug or pet. And then: have you ever moved objects with your mind? Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

Jun 12, 202326 minSeason 2Ep. 61

Infrequent Flyer

Professor Forever has been gone on vacation. The vacation had ups and downs, but don't they all? Hear the score here. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

Jun 04, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 60

Sad Things, Practice, and Evil Dead Rise

Professor Forever reviews the horror film remake. But first she shares a few moments from her current life. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

May 16, 202334 minSeason 2Ep. 59

Headlines, Accents, and Audrey

Professor introduces the life headlines idea, then reads you a sweet cat story in a weird accent. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

May 09, 202325 minSeason 2Ep. 58

Off-the-cuff Vaudeville

Professor Forever discusses the inspiration of the original The Little Rascals and offers up a few stage play ideas. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

May 02, 202332 minSeason 2Ep. 57

Outside

Do you enjoy being outside? Professor Forever always has. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

Apr 23, 202340 minSeason 2Ep. 56

Bs and Flower

Professor Forever talks with one of her longest-time friends about his life with SCA8 and being a fabulous weed grower/entrepreneur. Meet Mr. "B" and hear all about the flower! Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

Apr 15, 202346 minSeason 2Ep. 55

Weight...Is That You?

Professor Forever provides her own skinny on the trend of new weight loss drugs. And yes, she's on one. Support the show This podcast is 100% listener supported. Love the show? You can show your support here.

Apr 08, 202333 minSeason 2Ep. 54
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