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The Iowa Idea: Dave Gould
“Feeding friends and community.”
In this episode of The Iowa Idea Podcast, I sit down with David Gould. Dave is a modern-day embodiment of the Iowa Idea. He is a self-described accidental academic. David is a Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Iowa’s Public Policy
Center. Previously, Dave served The University of Iowa as an administrator at the Belin-Blank International Center for Gifted Education and Talent, the Associate Director of Professional Student Development in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences,
Lecturer in the Department of Health and Human Physiology, and the first
Obermann Center Public Scholar. He worked with Zappos CEO Tony
Hsieh’s Downtown Project in its effort to transform Las Vegas into the “most community-focused large city in the world.” In addition to his work in higher ed, Dave has produced a number of documentary films and creative community events.
We explore Dave’s journey as an artist, student, and creative that brought him to Iowa City. We dig into the power of connecting people and ideas. For those that follow the podcast closely – first, thank you!; second, Dave’s name has come up in interviews with Andy Stoll, Jesse Elliott, and Mark Nolte. So, it seemed appropriate to go to the source. I really appreciate Mark introducing me to Dave.
During the pandemic, Dave has brought his powerful Life Design course as a free, online experience for alumni and friends. The last session will be broadcast live on Wednesday, January 27 with special guest, Dan Learner of NYU. If you have the chance, check out the final installment.
It was an honor having Dave join me on the show. I thank him for sharing his time and insights. I hope you enjoy the episode.
About Dave
David Gould is a Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Iowa’s Public Policy
Center. Previously, Mr. Gould served the University of Iowa as an administrator at the Belin-Blank International Center for Gifted Education and Talent, the Associate Director of Professional Student Development in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences,
Lecturer in the Department of Health and Human Physiology, and the first
Obermann Center Public Scholar. Mr. Gould also worked with Zappos CEO Tony
Hsieh’s Downtown Project in its effort to transform Las Vegas into the “most community-focused large city in the world.”
For over a decade, the focus of Mr. Gould’s work has revolved around reimagining higher education, and in turn, he has created a number of distinctive university courses concentrated on issues of meaning and community engagement. These courses have garnered considerable media attention and professional recognition.
From 2010 – 2020, graduating seniors at the University of Iowa have recognized Mr.
Gould as one of the top faculty and staff members “who has had a positive effect on
their life.” Mr. Gould was awarded the 2020 Honors Teaching Award and the 2019 David J. Skorton Staff Excellence Award in Service to The University of Iowa. Mr. Gould is also a sought-after public speaker whose presentations include the commencement address for the University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Educating 21st Century Adolescent Learners (keynote, Tokyo, Japan), Luther College Convocation, Next Gen. Summit (keynote), TEDx Iowa City, and TEDxUNI.
Mr. Gould directed the documentary Two Sides of the Moon (Atlanta International Documentary Film Festival, Newport Beach Film Festival, UNSPOKEN Human Rights
Film Festival, FLICKERS: Rhode Island International Film Festival, among others.) He also produced The Checker King (HBO2), and Freestyle: The Victories of Dan Gable
(HBO Signature). Currently, Mr. Gould is producing the feature film Gable.
Credits
Episode produce by Spark Consulting Group (www.inspiredbyspark.com) in Iowa City, with support from Executive Podcast Solutions (https://www.executivepodcastsolutions.com/).
The Iowa Idea Podcast music written and performed by Paisley Bible (https://paisleybible.bandcamp.com/).