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New Things to Come

Currently I've been working on a new website for my presentations and handouts.  I've also been working on catching up on my research readings. Which, you guessed it, means new blog posts!!

Other than that, I've been working really hard on maintain a number of projects at Crystal Bridges.  We launched a new version of the app a few weeks ago and it's been going well.  And of course there are always new files to published for iTunes U.

I'm also looking for some new tech podcasts.  Bring forth the recommendations, and thanks in advance!


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