Coloring Outside the Memos is a new podcast created by American University’s Center for Teaching, Research & Learning (CTRL) about all things Qualitative Research! We are excited to provide another resource for your Qualitative Research that is open source and available to everyone. With laughter, personal experience and recommended resources, Lizzy and Tiffany are here to help.
Dr. Lizzy Bartelt (left) and Dr. Tiffany Monique Quash (right)
Dr. Tiffany Monique Quash
Tiffany Monique Quash, PhD is a research methodologist specializing in qualitative and methods at the Center for Teaching, Research and Learning. In this role, she provides methodological consultations to American University faculty, staff, and students. Tiffany has a background in narrative inquiry, phenomenology, and case study methodologies. Additionally, she is interested in the intentional use of decolonizing language when addressing aquatic accomplishments and barriers centered on the experiences of Black Women.
Degrees
PhD, Leisure Behavior, Indiana University
MEd, Physical Education, Springfield College
BA, Political Science, Randolph-Macon Woman’s College
Dr. Lizzy Bartelt
Elizabeth Bartelt, MPH, PhD, (she/her) is a health educator whose research focuses on sexual and gender minority (i.e., commonly known as LGBTQ+) reproductive health access an experiences. She received the highly competitive Society for Family Planning Emerging Fellows research grant to complete her dissertation work. Dr. Bartelt worked for many years in the field of public health before obtaining her PhD including serving as an Americorps*VISTA member and working as a sexuality educator for Planned Parenthood. Dr. Bartelt completed her PhD in Health Behavior from Indiana University, School of Public Health – Bloomington, before joining faculty at UB, where she now teaches courses in SPHHP’s undergraduate public health program.
Degrees
PhD, Health Behavior (Minor: Inquiry Methodology), Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
MPH, Behavioral, Social and Community Health, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
BA, Psychology, DePauw University, Greencastle, IN
Episode 23: AI and Qualitative Research: An Article Discussion
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Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Lizzy explored the potential benefits and limitations of using AI tools like Chat GPT and GPT in qualitative research, emphasizing the need for transparency, responsibility, and critical thinking. The conversation concluded with a discussion on the potential impact of AI on research and education, with a focus on the importance of maintaining authenticity and human effort in the research process.
Episode 22: Trauma-Informed Interviews
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Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Lizzy discussed their personal experiences with trauma in their research and the importance of self-care and seeking support during research, particularly when dealing with sensitive topics. They also discussed the need for resources and safe spaces for participants and researchers alike.
Episode 21: The Mechanics of Coding
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In this episode, Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Lizzy discussed the process of coding in qualitative research. They referred to the book “Thematic Analysis: A Practical Guide” by Virginia Braun and Victoria Clark, emphasizing the importance of starting with a data item and tagging it with a code label.
Episode 20: Transcriptions
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Dr. Lizzy Bartelt and Dr. Tiffany Monique Quash delve into the intricacies of transcription in qualitative research. They discuss the importance of accurate transcription for data analysis, explore various transcription methods, and share personal experiences to highlight common challenges and best practices. This episode offers valuable insights for researchers aiming to enhance their transcription skills and ensure the integrity of their qualitative data.
Episode 19: Grounded Theory Article
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Dr. Tiffany Quash and Dr. Lizzy Bartelt engage in an in-depth discussion on grounded theory, specifically focusing on an article by Harley Turner and Felicity Ashton published in the European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing. The hosts take a critical look at how the article breaks down the fundamentals of grounded theory, offering practical advice for novice researchers.
Episode 18: Making Flyers for Research
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Dr. Tiffany Quash and Dr. Lizzy Bartelt discuss a crucial but often overlooked aspect of research: creating flyers for recruitment. They share their personal experiences with flyer design, noting that this skill is rarely taught in graduate programs, yet essential for most research projects.
Episode 17: Different Types of Qualitative Data Analysis Tools
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany address the various types of Qualitative Data Analysis (QDA) tools. In today’s episode we will be discussing what is Qualitative Data Analysis (big picture), manually coding the data that you gathered, and finally the various types of software you can use for the analysis
Episode 16: A Conversation with Dr. Lucia Guerra-Reyes
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany dive into the art of conducting high-quality research without breaking the bank. Join our hosts as they share practical tips and innovative strategies for maximizing limited resources in the world of academia
Episode 15: A Conversation with Dr. Lucia Guerra-Reyes
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany are joined by their mentor, peer, and friend, Dr. Lucia Guerra-Reyes. Dr. Guerra-Reyes is a medical anthropologist and interdisciplinary researcher. She investigates the complexities of access to sexual and reproductive health and care for marginalized communities. Listen to learn more about Dr. Guerra-Reyes approach to qualitative research!
Episode 14: Book Club: Decolonizing Ethnography
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany discuss Decolonizing Ethnography: Undocumented Immigrants and New Directions in Social Science by Alonso Bejarano, Carolina, Juárez, Lucia, Mijangos GarcÃa, Mirian A., Goldstein, Daniel M.
Episode 13: Ethics and Qualitative Research
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany address the importance of ethics and the challenges that are presented when doing qualitative research. While listening to this episode, keep in mind the process necessary for grants, IRB, and data collection! Follow us on Twitter @cotm_pod or email us at cotmpod@gmail.com
Episode 12: Book Club: Weapons of Math Destruction
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany have their first Book Review discussion! Weapons of Math Destruction by Cathy O’Neil may sound completely quantitative, but take a listen! Follow us on Twitter @cotm_pod or email us at cotmpod@gmail.com
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Dr. Lizzy walks us through the importance of working with communities by discussing Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR). Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Lizzy share their experiences with CBPR as either participants or researchers. Dr. Lizzy gives examples of CBPR and gives Dr. Tiffany “the shivers”!
Episode 10: Positionality
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany discuss the positionality statement in this episode. What is it and why should one state their positionality? Most importantly, we will explain and examine how to position ourselves in our work and reclaim academia for ourselves as an academic. Follow us on Twitter @cotm_pod or email us at cotmpod@gmail.com
Episode 9: Memos and Why You Should Use Them
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What is memoing? Why should you memo? How should we use memoing in our work? Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Lizzy take time to discuss the memoing process and how they used memos in past and current research. Let’s get to memoing in this episode!
Episode 8: Recruitment Challenges
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Have you ever been stuck during your recruitment phase? In this episode, the hosts are asked questions about their recruitment challenges. Their Guest Host for this episode is our favorite producer, Lindsay Studer. We will speak with Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Lizzy about what it was like for them when they were “stuck” and what strategies they used overcome the #RecruitmentChallenges on this episode of #ColoringOustideTheMemos.
Episode 7: STEM and Qualitative Research
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany speak with Dr. Shari Watkins about her STEM background, how she came to qualitative research, and how the STEM community and Qualitative Research can come together. The hosts also ask Dr. Watkins about her role with American University’s Center for Teaching, Research, & Learning and her current research. Join this intriguing episode of #ColoringOustideTheMemos.
Episode 6: Why Should We Member Check?
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany are joined by Deana Williams, MPH, Ph.D.
Episode 5: How to Construct an Interview Guide
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Our focus today is focused on the interview guide itself. There are other key moments throughout the research process that are pivotal before, during, and after the construction of the interview guide that includes: IRB protocol, gaining access, transcribing, member checking, etc. Today, we are focusing solely on the interview guide.
Episode 4: Understanding Sexuality
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Let’s talk about sex…from a qualitative research perspective.
Episode 3: Understanding Gender
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Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany discuss the difference between gender and sexuality. They delve into what comes to mind when they hear the word “gender”. Plus enjoy a bit of singing from the hosts!
Episode 2: How does Qualitative Research Remain Relevant in a Quantitative World?
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Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Lizzy dig in deep to discuss how qualitative research can remain relevant in a world that favors quantitative research. Most importantly, how Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Lizzy use qualitative research to make a difference in their fields of study.
Episode 1: WHAT EVEN IS QUALITATIVE RESEARCH?!
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How do we define qualitative research? Dr. Lizzy and Dr. Tiffany help us define qualitative research and speak about their research process.
Welcome to Coloring Outside the Memo!
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Welcome to Coloring Outside the Memo with Dr. Tiffany Monique Quash and Dr. Lizzy Bartelt!
Episode 1: What even is Qualitative Research?!
Episode 2: How does Qualitative Research Remain Relevant in a Quantitative World?
Episode 3: Understanding Gender
Episode 4: Understanding Sexuality
Episode 5: How to Construct an Interview Guide
Episode 6: Why Should We Member Check?
Episode 7: STEM and Qualitative Research
Episode 8: Recruitment Challenges
Episode 9: Memos and Why You Should Use Them
Episode 10: Positionality
Episode 11: Working WITH Communities
Episode 12: Book Club: Weapons of Math Destruction
Episode 13: Ethics and Qualitative Research
Episode 14: Book Club: Decolonizing Ethnography
Episode 15: A Conversation with Dr. Lucia Guerra-Reyes
Episode 16: Doing Research on the Cheap
Episode 17: Different Types of Qualitative Data Analysis Tools
Episode 18: Making Flyers for Research
Episode 19: Grounded Theory Article
Episode 20: Transcriptions
Episode 21: The Mechanics of Coding
Episode 22: Trauma Informed Interviews
Episode 23: AI and Qualitative Research: An Article Discussion
