Talking Ties: The Science of Social Networks

Welcome to the Social Networks Society Podcast! The Social Networks Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among the scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks.

Episodes

Aug 13, 2026

56 min

Episode 10 of Talking Ties: The Science of Social Networks podcast is now available on all major platforms. This is the second (and last) episode of a two-part series geared toward PhD students and postdoctoral scholars navigating the academic job market. In this episode, we chatted with Dr. Brandy Aven and Dr. Ko Kuwabara, who were so generous in taking the time to chat with us. They shared their perspectives on the dos and don'ts of the job market, including what search committees look for and common mistakes candidates can avoid.
 
Thank you for listening! If you liked today's episode, please like and subscribe to our channel. Additional Information:
The Social Networks Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks.
If you are interested in joining our community, please click on the following link for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VlemV9z3N0gnqMHmfuqZnImrWaPZot_y/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.gjdgxs
Link to the SNS Community Website: https://www.socialnetworkssociety.org
Guest Profiles:
Dr. Brandy Aven: https://scholars.cmu.edu/396-brandy-aven
Dr. Ko Kuwabara: https://gatton.uky.edu/people/ko-kuwabara
Host Profiles:
Dr. Teodora Tomova Shakur: https://teodoratomovashakur.com
Dr. Jason Ross: https://www.wcu.edu/faculty/jrross.aspx
Andrea Wang: https://www.insead.edu/phd-student/longge-wang
 
Editor: Khalid Tomova Shakur
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Aug 13, 2026

56 min

Jul 1, 2026

1 hr 1 min

Episode 9 of Talking Ties: The Science of Social Networks podcast is now available on all major platforms.
This episode is part of a two-part series geared toward PhD students and postdoctoral scholars navigating the academic job market. In Part 1, we hear from three (rockstar) assistant professors who recently went through the process themselves. In Part 2, we'll hear from senior faculty as they share their perspectives on the dos and don'ts of the job market, including what search committees look for and common mistakes candidates can avoid.
In Episode 9, we discuss when to start preparing application materials, how to approach job talks and campus interviews, and practical advice for successfully navigating the faculty hiring process. Whether you're getting ready to go on the market or just beginning to think about it, this conversation offers practical insights from junior faculty who have recently been through the experience.
 
Thank you for listening! If you liked today's episode, please like and subscribe to our channel.
 
Additional Information: The Social Networks Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks. If you are interested in joining our community, please click on the following link for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VlemV9z3N0gnqMHmfuqZnImrWaPZot_y/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.gjdgxs
Link to the SNS Community Website: https://www.socialnetworkssociety.org
 
Guest Profiles:Dr. Francesca Nannetti: https://neoma-bs.com/professors/nannetti-francesca
Dr. Seong Won Yang: https://olemiss.edu/profiles/syang9
Dr.  Andrew Foley: https://www.stern.nyu.edu/faculty/bio/andrew-foley
 
 
Host Profiles:
Dr. Teodora Tomova Shakur: https://teodoratomovashakur.com
Dr. Jason Ross: https://www.wcu.edu/faculty/jrross.aspx
 
Editor: Khalid Tomova Shakur
 
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Jul 1, 2026

1 hr 1 min

Jun 1, 2026

54 min

Welcome to our podcast! The Social Networks Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks. In this episode, we sit down with three incredible practitioners - Dr. Jesse Fagan, Valdis Krebs, and Greg Pryor – to explore social networks from a practitioner’s perspective. Tune in for an engaging discussion! Thank you for listening! If you liked today's episode, please like and subscribe to our channel. Additional Information: Link to the SNS Community Website: https://www.socialnetworkssociety.org If you are interested in joining the community, please click on the following link for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VlemV9z3N0gnqMHmfuqZnImrWaPZot_y/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.gjdgxs Guest Profiles: Dr. Jesse Fagan: https://www.jessefagan.com Valdis Krebs: http://www.orgnet.com/about.html Greg Pryor: https://connectedcommons.com Host Profiles: Dr. Teodora Tomova Shakur: https://www.neeley.tcu.edu/Tomova-Shakur-Teodora Dr. Jason Ross: https://www.wcu.edu/faculty/jrross.aspx Editor: Khalid Tomova Shakur #socialnetworkresearch #socialnetworks #academicresearch #academia #professor

Jun 1, 2026

54 min

May 5, 2026

46 min

Welcome to the Social Networks Society Podcast, named Talking Ties: The Science of Social Networks (available on all major platforms)! The Social Networks Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks. Join us for an engaging discussion featuring Dr. Elisa Operti, Dr. Joe Labianca, and Dr. Yonghoon Lee. We can't wait for you to hear their valuable insights and thoughtful guidance on how to effectively mentor PhD students. Thank you for listening!
If you liked today's episode, please like and subscribe to our channel. Additional Information: Link to the SNS Community Website: https://www.socialnetworkssociety.org If you are interested in joining the community, please click on the following link for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1V... Guest Profiles: Dr. Elisa Operti: https://faculty.essec.edu/en/cv/opert... Dr. Joe Labianca: https://www.isenberg.umass.edu/people... Dr. Yonghoon Lee: https://mays.tamu.edu/directory/yongh... Host Profiles: Dr. Teodora Tomova Shakur: https://www.neeley.tcu.edu/Tomova-Sha... Dr. Dani Yin: https://directory.smeal.psu.edu/yky5326 Dr. Jason Ross: https://www.wcu.edu/faculty/jrross.aspx Arushi Aggarwal, PhD student at ESSEC Editor: Khalid Tomova Shakur #socialnetworkresearch #socialnetworks #academicresearch #academia #professor

May 5, 2026

46 min

Mar 20, 2026

1 hr 3 min

Welcome to the Social Network Society Podcast, named Talking Ties: The Science of Social Networks (available on all major platforms)! The Social Network Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks.
 
In this episode, we had the honor to chat with three astonishing professors - Dr. Ron Burt, Dr. Adam Kleinbaum, and Dr. Bill McEvily – who offered rich perspectives on pedagogical strategies, course design, and the challenges and opportunities involved in teaching social networks. We hope you enjoy the conversation, we sure did! Thank you for listening! Link to the SNS Community Website: https://www.socialnetworkssociety.org If you are interested in joining the community, please click on the following link for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VlemV9z3N0gnqMHmfuqZnImrWaPZot_y/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.gjdgxsGuest Profiles: Dr. Ron Burt: http://ronaldsburt.comDr. Adam Kleinbaum: https://tuck.dartmouth.edu/faculty/faculty-directory/adam-m-kleinbaumDr. Bill McEvily: https://discover.research.utoronto.ca/22779-bill-mcevilyHost Profiles: Dr. Teodora Tomova Shakur: https://www.neeley.tcu.edu/Tomova-Shakur-Teodora Dr. Dani Yin: https://directory.smeal.psu.edu/yky5326 Dr. Jason Ross: https://www.wcu.edu/faculty/jrross.aspx Editor: Khalid Tomova Shakur
 
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Mar 20, 2026

1 hr 3 min

Mar 5, 2026

45 min

Welcome to the Social Network Society Podcast, named Talking Ties: The Science of Social Networks (available on all major platforms)!
 
The Social Network Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among the scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks. In this episode, we spotlight a recently published peer-reviewed article, titled "The Gendered Complexity of Sponsorship: How Male and Female Sponsors’ Goals Shape Their Social Network Strategies" by Dr. Elizabeth Campbell and Dr. Catherine Shea. You can find a link to the paper below. Thank you for listening!
 
Link to paper: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Catherine-Shea-3/publication/394976000_The_Gendered_Complexity_of_Sponsorship_How_Male_and_Female_Sponsors'_Goals_Shape_Their_Social_Network_Strategies/links/68b0ba0bd9261f6f51afc836/The-Gendered-Complexity-of-Sponsorship-How-Male-and-Female-Sponsors-Goals-Shape-Their-Social-Network-Strategies.pdf
 
Link to the SNS Community Website: https://www.socialnetworkssociety.org
 
If you are interested in joining the community, please click on the following link for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VlemV9z3N0gnqMHmfuqZnImrWaPZot_y/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.gjdgxs Paper Link: https://scholar.google.com/citations?view_op=view_citation&hl=en&user=NTMnMjAAAAAJ&sortby=pubdate&citation_for_view=NTMnMjAAAAAJ:xtRiw3GOFMkC
 
Author Profiles:
Dr. Elizabeth L. Campbell: https://rady.ucsd.edu/faculty-research/faculty/elizabeth-campbell.html
Dr. Catherine Shea: https://scholars.cmu.edu/6644-catherine-shea
 
Host Profiles: Dr. Teodora Tomova Shakur: https://www.neeley.tcu.edu/Tomova-Shakur-Teodora Dr. Dani Yin: https://directory.smeal.psu.edu/yky5326 Arushi Aggarwal, PhD student at ESSEC
Editor: Khalid Tomova Shakur #socialnetworkresearch #socialnetworks #academicresearch
 

Mar 5, 2026

45 min

Jan 18, 2026

51 min

The Social Network Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among the scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks. In this episode, we’ll spotlight a recently published peer-reviewed article, titled "Self-Monitoring at Work: State of the Science" by Dr. Martin Kilduff, Dr. Kun Wang, and Dr. Stefano Tasselli. Thank you for listening! Hosts: Dr. Thea Tomova Shakur, Dr. Jason Ross, and Dr. Dani YinEditor: Khalid Tomova Shakur 

Jan 18, 2026

51 min

Nov 11, 2025

32 min

Social Network Society Podcast - Episode 3. This episode features Dr. Raina Brands who chatted with us about her recently published paper at AMR with Dr. Martin Kilduff, titled "Multiplex Jeopardy: Dissonant Ties Promote Gender Bias in Workplace Social Networks". This podcast is brought to you by the Social Network Society (SNS). SNS a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks. This podcast is sponsored by the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Link to the SNS Community Website: https://connect.aom.org/communities/c... If you are interested in joining the community, please click on the following link for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1V... Paper Link: https://journals.aom.org/doi/abs/10.5... Author Profiles:
Dr. Raina Brands: https://www.mgmt.ucl.ac.uk/people/rai... Dr. Martin Kilduff: https://www.mgmt.ucl.ac.uk/people/mar... Host Profiles: Dr. Teodora Tomova Shakur: https://www.neeley.tcu.edu/Tomova-Sha... Dr. Jason Ross: https://www.wcu.edu/faculty/jrross.aspx Editor: Khalid Tomova Shakur#socialnetworkresearch #socialnetworks #academicresearch

Nov 11, 2025

32 min

Aug 7, 2025

33 min

Welcome to the second episode of the Social Network Society Podcast! The Social Network Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among the scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks. In this episode, we’ll spotlight a recently published peer-reviewed article, titled "Locally Ensconced and Globally Integrated: How Network Cohesion and Range Relate to a Language-Based Model of Organizational Identification" by Dr. Lara Yang, Sarayu Anshuman, Dr. Amir Goldberg, and Dr. Sameer B Srivastava. You can find a link to the paper below. Thank you for listening!Link to the SNS Community Website: https://connect.aom.org/communities/community-home?CommunityKey=f2e2bce1-6e1a-42fa-ae8c-01911347291b
If you are interested in joining the community, please click on the following link for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VlemV9z3N0gnqMHmfuqZnImrWaPZot_y/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.gjdgxs Paper Link: https://scholar.google.com/citations?view_op=view_citation&hl=en&user=NTMnMjAAAAAJ&sortby=pubdate&citation_for_view=NTMnMjAAAAAJ:xtRiw3GOFMkC Author Profiles: Dr. Lara Yang: https://larayang.github.io Sarayu Anshuman: https://haas.berkeley.edu/phd/community/student-profiles/#management-of-organizations-micro Dr. Amir Goldberg: https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/faculty/amir-goldberg Dr. Sameer B Srivastava: https://haas.berkeley.edu/faculty/srivastava-sameer/ Host Profiles:
Dr. Teodora Tomova Shakur: https://www.neeley.tcu.edu/Tomova-Shakur-Teodora Dr. Jason Ross: https://www.wcu.edu/faculty/jrross.aspx Editor: Khalid Tomova Shakur #socialnetworkresearch #socialnetworks #academicresearch

Aug 7, 2025

33 min

Apr 10, 2025

38 min

Welcome to the very first episode of the Social Network Society Podcast! The Social Network Society (SNS) is a community aimed to foster meaningful connections among the scholars engaged in research, teaching, and practice of social networks. In this episode, we’ll spotlight a recently published peer-reviewed article, titled ”The Reconnection Process: Mobilizing the Social Capital of Dormant Ties” by Dr. Emanuela Rondi, Dr. Daniel Levin, and Dr. Alfredo De Massis. You can find a link to the paper below. Thank you for listening! Link to the SNS Community Website: https://connect.aom.org/communities/c...
If you are interested in joining the community, please click on the following link for further instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1V...
Paper Link: https://pubsonline.informs.org/doi/ab...
Practitioner-oriented Piece: https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/r...
Author ProfilesDr. Emanuela Rondi: https://ifera.org/team/emanuela-rondi/Dr. Daniel Levin: http://www.levin.rutgers.eduDr. Alfredo De Massis: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/lums/peop...

Apr 10, 2025

38 min

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