Best Erik and Annie Podcasts (2024)

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Adaptability | Erik Christianson and John Paquette on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 35:23

11h ago35:23

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Erik Christianson is the Executive Director of College Sports Communicators and John Paquette is their President and Associate Commissioner at the Big East Conference. CSC is an association for strategic, creative and digital communicators across intercollegiate athletics in the United States and Canada. We talk about effective communication, the c…

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Energy and Passion | Annie Valeant on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 27:29

6h ago27:29

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Annie Valeant is the Director of Operations, Strategy and Partnerships at Scripps College of Communication at Ohio University. She is also the Executive Director of the Southern Ohio Copperheads, which she uses as the touchstone of her course, the Business of Baseball. We talk about her teaching philosophy, the importance of providing students with…

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Quieting the Noise | Joe Jacobi on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 33:19

3d ago33:19

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Joe Jacobi is an Olympic Gold Medalist, former CEO, Author, and Performance Coach. Joe won a gold medal in men’s canoe slalom at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics before becoming CEO of USA Canoe/Kayak where he began to understand the importance of aligning your internal and external self. Joe and I talk about the value of journaling, looking inwards, an…

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Seize the Moment | Rich Cellini on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 30:05

25d ago30:05

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Dr. Rich Cellini is a Professor of Sports Management at the University of San Francisco and a sports broadcaster. Rich simultaneously worked in sports media while achieving his education and continued to pursue both passions as a broadcaster and professor. Rich and I talk about the career skills he teaches his students, the importance of being humb…

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The Resilience Plan | Marie-Hélène Pelletier on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 32:14

6d ago32:14

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Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier works at the intersection of psychology and business, using both expertise to help her clients thrive. She wrote her book, The Resilience Plan, to help people optimize their professional life while prioritizing their mental health. Dr. Pelletier and I talk about how we can build our resilience, being accountable for your …

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS-Downtown MP Construction & New Town Center 26:58

1M ago26:58

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Michelle Sponseller and Spach chat it up about the downtown construction, along with how awesome the town center space will be upon completion!By Latitude Media

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Resilience and Adaptability | Kenny Shedd on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 32:36

1M ago32:36

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Kenny Shedd has led an incredible and diverse career. He was an NFL Wide Receiver for seven years then spent two decades as a San Leandro Police Officer before retiring to follow another passion of becoming a film maker. Kenny and I talk about being resilient, working for your dreams, mentoring, and adapting. Keep up with Kenny LinkedIn: https://ww…

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The Self-Scouting Leader | Marc Riccio on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 32:45

2M ago32:45

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Marc Riccio is an experienced sports business executive from startup to professional sports and is currently the President and CEO of USA Lacrosse. From his own time playing lacrosse at Hofstra University to leading multiple teams across organizations, Marc is a life-long student of leadership. Marc and I talk about knowing your why, being adaptabl…

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS-United Way: Live United Awards & United for Moms in May 26:36

21d ago26:36

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Annie Sanders of the United Way joins us to talk Live United Awards & United for Moms in May!By Latitude Media

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Leadership Athlete | Shauna Griffiths on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 30:16

2M ago30:16

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Shauna Griffiths is an executive leadership coach and founder of SLG Impact. Having played basketball at the University of Michigan and spent years in executive positions, Shauna combined her athlete mentality with her impressive business experience to inspire authentic leaders through her consulting work. Shauna and I talk about the leaders who im…

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Operation Giveback w/ Evan Cotton & Donate Life of Michigan 25:04

28d ago25:04

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Shawn sat down & spoke with Andrea Graham, a local volunteer with Donate Life Michigan, who lost her brother in 1995 & his heart & heart tissues were donated and given a little girl who needed it. Along comes Evan Cotton, a local HS student who needed a heart transplant (since birth) and on April 30, 2023, Evans wish was granted! He received his 2n…

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Local Small Town Girl Makes BIG Waves in Hollywood 22:24

2M ago22:24

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Lizz, from the My Morning Show on My1043, sits down with Melanie Starks, a Hollywood Producer to discuss her award-winning film: Fluorescent Beast! They also discuss growing up in Michigan and taking a leap of faith to follow their dreams. Fluorescent Beast will be screening at the Central Michigan International Film Festival, April 5th at 9:30pm a…

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The Power of Networking | Eray Saban on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 27:48

2M ago27:48

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Eray Saban is the Assistant General Manager, ASM Jacksonville and Director of EverBank Stadium. Eray is a strong believer in the power of networking and credits his accomplishments to his dedication and the strong bonds he’s formed with people across the globe. Eray and I talk about how he leads his teams, the importance of curiosity, and the work …

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Luke Sawyer Isabella Sheriff Public Safety Millage Talks Tuesday April 2nd 5pm Isabella Commission on Aging 21:28

1M ago21:28

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Luke Sawyer joins us to talk about the need for a public safety millage before this September. They encourage all to come to the meeting 5pm Tuesday April 2nd with Country Commissioners at the Isabella Commission on Aging to encourage them to have it on one of the next ballots.By Latitude Media

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Content Leadership in Pro Sports | A Webinar from Gargano Leadership Group & Sports Video Group 1:03:16

2M ago1:03:16

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In partnership with Sports Video Group, this week’s episode is a webinar on Leadership in Content in professional sports. This is a discussion featuring guests; Vittorio DeBartolo, Senior Director of Marketing for the Oakland A’s, Rael Enteen, Vice President of Content at the Washington Commanders, and Jessica Ciccone, Vice President of Content Str…

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Leading with Resolve | Mike Matoso on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 30:00

2M ago30:00

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Join Chris Gargano in an illuminating conversation with Mike Matoso, Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics at Saint Mary’s College of California, hailed as the 2022 NACDA Athletic Director of the Year. Explore the intricacies of leading athletic programs, fostering team cohesion, and the invaluable lessons drawn from Mike’s journey. Keep up w…

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MID-MICHIGAN MATTERS: We talk Veterans 4 USA (Shawn) 25:15

3M ago25:15

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In this episode, Shawn fills in for Chris & sits down to talk with Iron Mike Rogers with Veterans4USA here in Mid-Michigan! Find out what this LOCAL organization is all about; how it was created, why it was created & here a mere 10 years later still leans on YOU in our community to help it help Veterans in need in our area + how you can join in & v…

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Lead with Joy | Inga Stasiulionytė on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 31:17

3M ago31:17

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Once an Olympic javelin thrower, Inga Stasiulionytė is now an elite performance and leadership coach and the Co-founder of Elevating Leadership Institute. Inga went from the Lithuanian National Team to USC to the 2008 Beijing Olympics, improving both her physical and mental performance along the way. Inga and I talk about ego, the mental side of pe…

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Communicate and Collaborate | Alicia Butler Pierre on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 34:34

3M ago34:34

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Alicia Butler Pierre is an Author, Podcaster, and Founder and CEO of Equilibria, Inc. Alicia wrote the world’s first published book on business infrastructure for small businesses and for 19 years, she’s been helping businesses optimize their systems. We talk about how she went from a chemical engineer to a CEO, why leaders need to communicate thei…

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Intangibles | Joan Ryan on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 34:42

3M ago34:42

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As one of the first female sports columnists in the country, Joan Ryan has spent a lot of time amongst some of the most successful teams in sports. After witnessing how these teams interacted and then doing nine years of research, Joan wrote “Intangibles: Unlocking the Science and Soul of Team Chemistry.” Joan and I talk about the data-backed impor…

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Listen, Evolve, and Serve | Aaron Woliczko on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 28:57

3M ago28:57

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Aaron Woliczko is the Senior Associate Commissioner, Men’s Basketball and Sport Administration for the West Coast Conference. Aaron has been a player, an assistant coach, a head coach, and now an administrator. Aaron and I talk about evolving on your leadership journey, what goes in to organizing the WCC, and working as a group while respecting eve…

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Run Your Race | Dan Graca on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 36:41

4M ago36:41

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Dan Graca is the WEPN-FM pre- and post-game radio host for the New York Jets and host of ESPN’s Dan Graca Show. Dan’s worked his way up from an intern at ESPN radio to being one of the voices of the Jets. We talk about Dan’s career and how he got to where he is, the role leadership played in the Chiefs’ Super Bowl win and staying true to your uniqu…

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS- Morey Gymnastics Center with Erik Spindler and Jessica Vautrin 14:18

3M ago14:18

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In this Mid Michigan Matters we are at the brand new Morey Gymnastics Center! Jessica Vautrin head of the Gymnastic Center and Erik Spindler from the Morey Foundation talk about this dream becoming a reality for our community and what they offer!By Latitude Media

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Playing with Purpose | Tony Richardson on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 28:01

4M ago28:01

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In honor of Super Bowl Sunday, today’s guest is Tony Richardson, former fullback for the Kansas City Chiefs, Vikings, and Jets. Tony had an incredible career and is in the Chiefs Hall of Fame and Alabama Sports Hall of Fame. Tony and I talk about his thoughts on Super Bowl LVIII, the mentors he had during his NFL career, and the work he does to giv…

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The Helmet Catch and More | David Tyree on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 33:53

4M ago33:53

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In honor of Super Bowl Sunday, today’s guest is David Tyree, former wide receiver for the New York Giants. Sixteen years ago, David made one of the most famous plays in Super Bowl history, the Helmet Catch from a pass thrown by Eli Manning. David and I talk about his thoughts on Super Bowl LVIII, his breakdown of his own Super Bowl, and how he’s wo…

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Football Wisdom | Greg Papa on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 34:49

4M ago34:49

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In honor of Super Bowl Sunday, today’s guest is the Play-by-Play Announcer for the San Francisco 49ers, Greg Papa. A staple in the Bay Area, Greg has announced for the Raiders, the A’s, the Giants, the Warriors, the 49ers and more. We discuss Sunday’s the matchup, the 49ers’ commitment to winning, and the importance of leadership. Keep up with Greg…

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Practice, Preparedness, and Patience | Suzy Whaley on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 31:37

4M ago31:37

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Suzy Whaley was the first woman in 58 years to qualify for a PGA tour event when she competed in the 2003 Greater Hartford Open. Today, she is an LPGA Teaching and Club Professional and the President of Golf Nation. Suzy and I talk about her dedication to improving as a golfer, the people who helped her along the way, and how she leads in a calm an…

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS-Special Olympics- Winter, Summer Games, and The Polar Plunge 16:54

3M ago16:54

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In this Mid Michigan Matters we chat with Bo Elliot from Special Olympics of Michigan! We chat about the winter and summer games, along with their biggest fundraiser that's right around the corner...The Polar Plunge!By Latitude Media

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Preparation and Dedication | Rich Gannon on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 35:41

4M ago35:41

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Rich Gannon spent 17 years as an NFL quarterback for Minnesota, Washington, Kansas City, and the Oakland Raiders. He was an analyst for CBS for 16 years and is currently the pre-season game analyst for the Las Vegas Raiders. Rich and I talk about his 2002 NFL MVP season and Super Bowl appearance, his experience as a leader, and the important relati…

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS-United Way: Brawl look back, Pitcher This, and more with Annie Sanders 19:30

4M ago19:30

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Gratiot and Isabella United Way's Annie Sanders joins us. We look back at our Backyard Brawl Benefit. Look Ahead to Pitcher This Youth Venture Campaign and show. Remind folks that 211 is there for anyone in need in our communityBy Latitude Media

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Creating your North Star | Caiti Donovan on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 32:26

5M ago32:26

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Caiti Donovan is the Growth Strategy Lead at the WNBA. Approaching everything with passion, excitement, and curiosity, Caiti has held impressive positions at major corporations, startups, and her own companies. Caiti and I talk about her passion for women’s sports, the importance of curiosity and storytelling, and how she leads with enthusiasm and …

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Coaches Week Part 5 of 5 | Andy Stankiewicz on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 15:20

5M ago15:20

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It’s Coaches Week on KTLM. Last week, we set up shop on podcast row at the 80th annual American Baseball Coaches Association Conference in Dallas. This week, we’re bringing you into the conference with a five-day series showcasing nine baseball coaches and execs. For the final day of coaches week, we have Andy Stankiewicz, Head Coach at USC. Keep u…

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Coaches Week Part 4 of 5 | Bernie Martinez and Barron Becker on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 23:50

5M ago23:50

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It’s Coaches Week on KTLM. Last week, we set up shop on podcast row at the 80th annual American Baseball Coaches Association Conference in Dallas. This week, we’re bringing you into the conference with a five-day series showcasing nine baseball coaches and execs. Today we have Bernie Martinez, Head Baseball Coach at New Diana High School, and Barro…

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Coaches Week Part 3 of 5 | Walter Beede and Aaron Pridmore on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 21:50

5M ago21:50

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It’s Coaches Week on KTLM. Last week, we set up shop on podcast row at the 80th annual American Baseball Coaches Association Conference in Dallas. This week, we’re bringing you into the conference with a five-day series showcasing nine baseball coaches and execs. Today we have Walter Beede, Author, Podcast Host, and Baseball Consultant, and Aaron P…

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Coaches Week Part 2 of 5 | José Cruz Jr. and Ryan Daggs on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 21:42

5M ago21:42

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It’s Coaches Week on Keep the Line Moving. Last week, we set up shop on podcast row at the 80th annual American Baseball Coaches Association Conference in Dallas. This week, we’re bringing you into the conference with a five-day series showcasing nine baseball coaches and execs. Today we have José Cruz Jr., former major leaguer and Head Coach at Ri…

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Coaches Week Part 1 of 5 | Erik Bakich and Angel Flores on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 20:56

5M ago20:56

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It’s Coaches Week on Keep the Line Moving! We set up shop on podcast row at the 80th annual American Baseball Coaches Association Conference in Dallas. We’re bringing you into the conference with a five-day podcast series showcasing nine baseball coaches and execs. First up is Erik Bakich, Head Coach at Clemson University, and Angel Flores, Manager…

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New Year, New Season | Ethan Greenberg and Chris Gargano on Keep the Line Moving 34:15

5M ago34:15

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Happy New Year and welcome to Season Two of Keep the Line Moving! We’re flipping the script today with a host swap! New York Jets Team Reporter and Producer, Ethan Greenberg, is interviewing me, Chris Gargano, on the past year on both starting a business and launching Keep the Line Moving. We talk about my journey, why we started this podcast, and …

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The Best of Season One | Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 14:26

5M ago14:26

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For the final episode of season one, we’re getting reflective. Join me in looking back on the past year and reliving some of the best leadership moments of season one on Keep the Line Moving. Here are some of our best guests diving into key leadership topics. You’ll hear some great wisdom on the importance of listening, self-awareness, forming genu…

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The Transparent Leader | Sasha Zivanovic on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 27:13

6M ago27:13

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Sasha Zivanovic is the Co-Founder and CEO of Nextologies. After passing up on a chance at MIT to take over his parents’ trucking business, Sasha worked his way up to executive roles in the tech world before starting his own company. Sasha and I talk about how his self-taught tech expertise, the hard-working values instilled in him by his parents, a…

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Continuous Learning | Larry Miller on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 34:01

6M ago34:01

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Larry Miller is a Clinical Professor and Director of Music Business at New York University. His extensive background includes being a radio broadcaster, Founder and CEO of Or Music, Partner at LEK Consulting, and Host and Producer of the Musonomics Podcast. Larry and I talk about how his passion for music began, his experience in the music business…

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS-Mt Pleasant Kiwanis Club 16:24

5M ago16:24

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS-Mt Pleasant Kiwanis Club. Nora Hagen and Mercia Foster join us to talk all about out local Mt Pleasant Kiwanis Club!By Latitude Media

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Grace Under Pressure | Steve Hellmuth on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 28:10

6M ago28:10

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Recently retired as the Executive Vice President of Media Operations and Technology at the NBA, Steve Hellmuth is being inducted into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Steve spent over 45 years working in production, operations, and tech establishing some groundbreaking systems in sports. Steve and I discuss his impressive career, his relations…

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MID MICHIGAN-Toys 4 Tots with Leah Ryckman 16:28

5M ago16:28

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In this podcast we talk with Leah Ryckman who heads up the Clare and Isabella County Toys 4 Tots campaign every year!By Latitude Media

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS-Art Reach Open House December 7th & Holiday Shopping 22:18

5M ago22:18

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS-Art Reach Open House December 7th & Holiday Shopping, Amy Powell joins us to talk all things Art Reach along with their open house and holiday shopping for December!By Latitude Media

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Understanding Leadership Through Behavior | Liz Masen on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 30:59

6M ago30:59

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While on a 14-month boat trip with their newborn daughter, Liz Masen and her husband came up with the idea for their company, Athlete Assessments. 16 years later, Liz and Bo have helped countless athletes, coaches, and more reach their full potential through their behavioral assessments. Liz and I talk about her career journey, making genuine conne…

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Developing a Leadership Philosophy | Dr. Andrew Campbell on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 29:24

6M ago29:24

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Dr. Andrew Campbell is a leadership coach and the Director of the International Peace and Leadership Institute. Dr. Campbell gave a TEDX talk titled ‘Navigating Toxic Organizations: Healing Through Forgiveness.’ Dr. Campbell and I talk about the core takeaways from his Ted talk, how you can become more self-aware and improve your leadership, and co…

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Own Your Seat at the Table | Raven Jemison on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 36:48

7M ago36:48

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Raven Jemison has worked in all big four sports leagues and is currently the Executive Vice President of Business Operations at the Milwaukee Bucks. With an astounding resume and numerous awards to back her up, Raven is an established leader in the industry. Raven and I talk about her brand new book, ‘More Than Representation,’ how she guides her m…

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In the Zone | Buddy Biancalana on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 28:58

7M ago28:58

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When Buddy Biancalana played in the 1985 World Series for the Kansas City Royals, he played the best baseball of his career in what he calls his ‘zone moment.’ He has since quantified this zone moment as a brain-body connection that he studies and coaches at his company, Zone Motion. Buddy and I talk about what he experienced in the ’85 World Serie…

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MID MICHIGAN MATTERS- Organ Donation Awareness with the Cotton Family & Andrea Graham 44:01

6M ago44:01

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Andrea Graham from the CRDL joins us to catch back up with Even, Kelly, and Eric Cotton to talk about the importance of being an organ donor to save lives. Evan received a new heart in April, why should you be a donor? To save a life like Evan or someone that is very close to you!By Latitude Media

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The Adaptable Leader | Sandy Khaund on Keep the Line Moving with Chris Gargano 31:40

7M ago31:40

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Sandy Khaund has executive experience from c-suite positions at Fortune 500 companies to founding his own startups. Throughout his career, Sandy has mastered the technical side of business while also focusing on his people establishing an effective and caring leadership style. Sandy and I talk about finding his calling, adapting, meeting the needs …

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