Best Chad Weaver Podcasts (2024)

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E237: #13 GT Volleyball vs. #1 Pitt Preview (feat. Abby Schnable) 39:19

2h ago39:19

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In preparation for the first ever visit by a #1 team to O'Keefe Gymnasium to play Georgia Tech Volleyball, Jack sits down with friend and Pitt Volleyball beat writer from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Abby Schnable, to get the scoop on just how good Pitt has been this season and what it will take for Tech to pull the upset off. Subscribe to the pod …

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52 - What's the most Powerful Force on Earth? 1:12:19

8h ago1:12:19

1:12:19

In this episode, Adam Davis, a former law enforcement officer, shares his journey of overcoming childhood trauma, addiction, and suicidal thoughts to find healing and purpose. He has written several books and speaks to first responders about finding hope and healing. His message of love and grace resonates with many, as he receives numerous message…

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E236: Familiar, Yet Different (Football @ #19 Louisville, Volleyball @ uga, Golf wins!) 1:23:05

3h ago1:23:05

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Jack sits with Jake and Akshay separately as Jake was driving back to Atlanta during the usual recording session, so it’s a split squad where everyone’s strengths get to shine on their own. Football @ #19 Louisville recap Jake’s experience as a visiting fan and the tailgate scene Volleyball’s win over uga and what awaits them against #23 SMU and #1…

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E235: GT Football Quarter Season Check-in and Louisville Preview (feat. Jackson Caudell) 37:15

8h ago37:15

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Jack is joined by Jackson Caudell of Sports Illustrated to do some letter grades of Georgia Tech’s football season so far, what has worked, what hasn’t, and how they might fare against Louisville in game five for the Jackets. Subscribe to the pod via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠anchor.fm/scions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or add us to your podcatcher using ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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An Update from Matthew Fiorenza 24:34

1d ago24:34

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In this conversation, Matthew (Matty) Fiorenza discusses his journey of recovery after the release of the PTSD911 documentary, his daily practices that support his mental health, and the launch of his nonprofit foundation aimed at helping first responders. He reflects on the importance of spiritual connection in his recovery and shares insights on …

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51 - How can I Overcome the Darkness? The Power of Faith and Authentic Leadership 43:55

9d ago43:55

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51 - How can I Overcome the Darkness? The Power of Faith and Authentic Leadership In this conversation, Host, Conrad Weaver interviews Jason Sautel, a former firefighter, about his experiences and struggles with mental health in the first responder community. They also discuss the role of faith in healing and the need for support systems within the…

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E234: Chomping Keydets (Football vs. VMI, Volleyball vs. Florida) 49:06

3h ago49:06

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It’s been a great week and weekend at Georgia Tech between football and volleyball, so that’s exactly what we dig into. Jake and Jack take you into our thoughts on what football’s win vs. VMI and volleyball’s win vs. Florida will teach us about the rest of their seasons, plus travel tips for those going to Louisville this weekend! Subscribe to the …

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50 - What's the Most Important Issue in Policing? 49:53

2d ago49:53

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50 - What's the Most Important Issue in Policing? In this conversation, Chief Steve Dye discusses the challenges and importance of supporting and improving the wellness of police officers. He emphasizes the need for strong leadership, the impact of media portrayal on recruitment and retention, and the importance of self-responsibility and complianc…

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E233: Football @ Syracuse, Volleyball @ Lipscomb/BYU 55:14

9d ago55:14

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A busy Saturday (virtually) on the Flats featured a noon football kickoff in Syracuse and a late, late, late show for volleyball in Provo. On the docket today: Football @ Cuse: a made-up pregame beef? run defense? I’m Ron Burgundy? Volleyball vs Lipscomb Volleyball @ #14 BYU: five-set thriller in a packed Smith Fieldhouse versus a home team that’s …

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49 - Can I Rewire my Brain? A Protocol for Healing the Hero 31:24

12d ago31:24

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49 - Can I Rewire my Brain? A Protocol for Healing the Hero On this episode of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, Dan Jarvis discusses his work with Healing the Hero, a Christian faith-based ministry focused on healing PTSD, depression, and anxiety among first responders, veterans, and other individuals. He explains the protocol they use, which …

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E232: MARTA Bowl Victory (Football vs Georgia State, Volleyball vs UCLA/NMSU/Coastal Carolina) 1:04:11

10d ago1:04:11

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Maggie subs in for Jake in today’s starting lineup as the gang recaps all the action from a fascinating inaugural MARTA Bowl. But before football had its day (or night, rather) Saturday, volleyball got its season started with a big home opener versus UCLA. Let’s talk about all of it (plus some quick hitters from golf and cross-country)! --- Subscri…

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48 - How to Remember the Heroes Who Die by Suicide? 39:55

30d ago39:55

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48 - How to Remember the Heroes Who Die by Suicide? A monument for the Heroes. Karen Solomon, the president of FirstHelp, discusses the organization's mission to support first responder families after a suicide and provide prevention and resilience training. She shares her personal connection to the issue and how it led her to start the organizatio…

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E231: DUBlin - FSU 21, GT 24 1:56:32

21d ago1:56:32

1:56:32

A complete (albeit close) victory in the 2024 Aer Lingus College Football Classic calls for a nearly two hour podcast with takes from our reporter on-site, Nishant Prasadh. Join us to revel in Tech's first top-10 win since they last beat FSU at home in dramatic fashion on the last play of the game! --- Subscribe to the pod via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠anchor.fm/…

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47 - Investing in Spiritual Well-being with Chad Depew 53:43

1M ago53:43

53:43

47 - Investing in Spiritual Well-being with Chad Depew ABOUT THIS EPISODE Chad Depew, a police chief in Southwest Ohio, discusses the importance of investing in the mental, physical, and spiritual well-being of first responders. He shares his personal journey in law enforcement and the challenges he faced in terms of mental health and wellness. Cha…

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E230: GT Football Mega 2024 Preview (feat. Joey Weaver & Chad Bishop) 2:01:29

1M ago2:01:29

2:01:29

With the onset of the highly anticipated 2024 Georgia Tech Football season here, we had no choice but to bring you our biggest football preview show we’ve ever done! Jack is joined by Joey Weaver (Basketball Conference, FTRS alum) and Chad Bishop (Atlanta-Journal Constitution) to go over everything there is to talk on Georgia Tech Football before t…

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Extra: Michelle Collier 2024 Preseason Interview 28:17

1M ago28:17

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With just over a day before Tech takes the court in the Gold and White game, Jack chats with Georgia Tech Volleyball head coach Michelle Collier to go through how the volleyball landscape has changed in the U.S. with the dawn of the PVL, Julia Bergmann’s success in Paris with the Brazilian National Team, how to replace Bella D’Amico/Paola Pimentel/…

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E229: 2024 Volleyball Preview Show, Josh Petty & Football Recruiting 1:29:56

1M ago1:29:56

1:29:56

Jack’s internet died halfway through our episode, but that didn’t stop our usual suspects from going an hour-plus on the 2024 Georgia Tech volleyball season and the latest 2025 football recruiting news. Subscribe to the pod via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠anchor.fm/scions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or add us to your podcatcher using ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/s…

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46 - Coaching for Well-Being: A Proactive Approach for First Responders 54:51

1M ago54:51

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46 - Coaching for Well-Being: A Proactive Approach for First Responders Jennifer Anderson, founder and CEO of First Responder Coaching, shares her personal experience as the spouse of a first responder who suffered a mental health break. She discusses the early signs she noticed and the challenges they faced in finding resources. Jennifer emphasize…

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45 - Collaborative Healing: Creating a Supportive Environment for First Responders 56:07

1M ago56:07

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45 - Collaborative Healing: Creating a Supportive Environment for First Responders Mark Bouchard, a Canadian police officer and current coordinator of the RCMP's National Tactical Medicine Program, discusses the importance of mental health support for first responders. He shares his personal journey of experiencing trauma and struggling with PTSD, …

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Are you taking care of yourself? 17:19

2M ago17:19

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We're on break, but in this episode, Host Conrad Weaver provides updates on the PTSD911 documentary and the First Responder Wellness Podcast. He announces the upcoming season of the podcast, featuring guests who are leaders in the First Responder community and are working on mental health and wellness initiatives. Conrad emphasizes the importance o…

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From the Archives - Dr. Rita Brock 52:51

2M ago52:51

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From the Archives is our Summer Break Series of Podcasts that highlight some of the most listened to content from previous shows. What is Moral Injury? Today on the show we talk about the difference between moral injury and post traumatic stress disorder. And we learn about the things that first responders can do to help heal moral injuries. ABOUT …

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E228: Brittain Dining Hall Closes + A History of Marion Brittain 52:08

2M ago52:08

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With the recent news of Brittain Dining Hall closing, Jake and Jack go through their impressions of the building and its significance to Tech, then explore Marion Brittain’s presidency of Georgia Tech (1922-1944), his constant struggle with the state government, and what got built on campus that still remains today. Subscribe to the pod via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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From the Archives - Mark Meincke 56:25

2M ago56:25

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From the Archives is our Summer Break Series of Podcasts that highlight some of the most listened to content from previous shows. Mark Meincke is the host of the popular Operation Tango Romeo podcast - The Trauma Recovery Podcast. Today he's my guest on the PTSD911 Presents Podcast; we talk in depth about trauma and it's effects on the human experi…

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E227: Tech Olympic Preview 40:12

2M ago40:12

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Olympic prep has started, and there are a number of Tech athletes headed to Paris this summer. Let's talk about 'em! On the slate today: - Men's basketball recruiting news: Cole Kirouac to OTE - Softball: Deven Boland promoted to Assistant/Hitting Coach - Construction Corner: more pieces removed from Edge/BDS - Main Event: Georgia Tech specific Oly…

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From the Archives - Jeremy Wade 49:31

3M ago49:31

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From the Archives is our Summer Break Series of Podcasts that highlight some of the most listened to content from previous shows. 22-Are you losing your religion? - Jeremy Wade Jeremy Wade, a former police officer, shares his journey of finding faith and wellness in the midst of the challenges of being a first responder. He discusses the early expe…

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E226: All Coasts Conference (ACC expansion recap) 1:30:01

2M ago1:30:01

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The gang is back from the holiday to discuss the latest absurdity-turned-reality in conference alignment: Southern Methodist University, the University of California at Berkeley, and Stanford University are now members of the now-nominally-inaccurate Atlantic Coast Conference. On the agenda for today: - SMU, Cal, Stanford athletics profiles - Sched…

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From the Archives - Dave Grossman 1:02:50

3M ago1:02:50

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From the Archives is our Summer Break Series of Podcasts that highlight some of the most listened to content from previous shows. Today we have Lt. Colonel Dave Grossman on the show. The episode first aired LIVE on YouTube on December 1, 2021. About Lt. Col. Dave Grossman Lt. Col. Dave Grossman is an internationally recognized scholar, author, sold…

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The Journey of Carrie Forbes From Arts Degree to CEO 25:32

3M ago25:32

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Welcome to another episode of Mind Matters! In today's show, our host Kendall Raessler sits down with the incredible Carrie Forbes, CEO of League Data Limited. Known affectionately as "Miss Technology" within the credit union world, Carrie shares her unique journey from an arts degree holder to a powerful leader in technology and finance. Get ready…

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E225: Time and Flat Circles (GT History circa 1920) 1:18:46

3M ago1:18:46

1:18:46

The athletic year enters its final week as your usual trio flip in their history books to a particularly turbulent period in Tech history: the 1910-1920s. Colloquially referred to (by us anyway) as Tech’s Scratch/Claw/Beg/Borrow/Steal period, the then-Georgia School of Technology struggled with rising attendance in the post-war period without the s…

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44 - Do it Like it's Your Last Shot with Brenda Lee 55:13

3M ago55:13

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44 - Do it Like it's Your Last Shot with Brenda Lee In this conversation, Brenda Lee discusses the importance of emotional intelligence and self-care for first responders and high-level executives. She shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma and the need for self-reflection. Brenda emphasizes the significance of taking time for oneself and…

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Overcoming Obstacles: Chad Elledge's Journey to Executive Leadership 28:24

3M ago28:24

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In this episode, host Kendall Raessler welcomes Chad Elledge, the Executive Vice President and Risk Officer for Texas Heritage National Bank. Chad takes us on a fascinating journey from his early days in East Texas to earning a computer programming degree from Texas A&M, and eventually transitioning into the banking sector in an unconventional path…

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43 - Real Leadership Comes from Courage with Brandon Evans 1:07:02

3M ago1:07:02

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43 - Real Leadership Comes from Courage with Brandon Evans Brandon Evans, a firefighter and entrepreneur, shares his personal journey of overcoming trauma and burnout in the fire service. He discusses the challenges faced by first responders in terms of mental health and the lack of adequate training and support. Brandon conducted an international …

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E224: A Commits Bonanza! (feat. Jackson Caudell) 44:57

3M ago44:57

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Jack is joined by Jackson Caudell of All Yellow Jackets to deep dive into the 2025 Georgia Tech football recruiting class, which included two commits just today! Jake then joins to recap the Jack/Jackson discussion and touch on the rest of the news coming out of The Flats, including Dennis Scott’s jersey retirement, Sara Beth Allen becoming the thi…

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The Radical Transparency Approach: Insights from Amplify's CEO Kendall Garrison 26:04

3M ago26:04

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In this episode, we delve into Kendall's remarkable leadership journey, including his unexpected challenges when he took over as CEO just nine weeks before the pandemic hit. Kendall shares how his commitment to radical transparency and fee-free banking has revolutionized Amplify, improved employee engagement, and provided better financial solutions…

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42 - Overcoming Trauma Together with Scott McPherson 32:14

4M ago32:14

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42 - Overcoming Trauma Together with Scott McPherson Scott McPherson shares his experience as a firefighter EMT and Army infantry officer and discusses the importance of addressing the soul wounds of first responders. He explains that soul wounds are perceived or actual actions that transgress deeply held moral values, and they can result from crit…

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E223: Remembering Dr. Homer Rice w/Ken Sugiura 14:20

4M ago14:20

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With the passing of the beloved Tech legend, Jack and Ken recap Dr. Rice’s impact on the Institute and the people he touched. Subscribe to the pod via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠anchor.fm/scions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or add us to your podcatcher using ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/s/5aa2e7c/podcast/rss⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also find us on Apple Podc…

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Overcoming Challenges: Steve Afdahl's Journey Transforming Greenbelt and Trust 30:52

4M ago30:52

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In this episode, we're joined by a very special guest, Steve Afdahl, a CEO of Greenbelt and Trust with a remarkable journey. we'll explore Steve's unique approach to leadership, the challenges of transitioning from a larger network to a singular focus, and his dedication to promoting equality in the workplace. Steve will also share valuable insight…

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41 - Healing Invisible Wounds with Russ Hanes 54:30

4M ago54:30

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41 - Healing Invisible Wounds with Russ Hanes What do you do when you’re a first responder and you're struggling and making bad decisions at work and you realize this is not working out for you? That’s where Russ Hanes was at after 17 years of working in law enforcement, corrections, and 911 dispatch. Fortunately for Russ, he was finally able event…

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Nurturing a Close-Knit Company Culture with Christopher Weaver 34:45

4M ago34:45

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In today’s conversation, Chris opens up about inheriting the bank at a young age and evolving his role from marketing director to president. He shares insights into the incredible growth of the bank, from $56 million to nearly $700 million in assets, all thanks to a supportive team and dedicated employees who Chris treats like family. We'll explore…

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E222: Clips Show (Baseball at NCAAT, Golf at NCAAT, Year in Review) 1:22:57

4M ago1:22:57

1:22:57

Baseball attempts to extend its season, golf tries to climb the mountain for a second year in a row, and we wrap up the athletic year with a clips show (but we also recommend you watch the final Tech athlete of the athletic year, Ameia Wilson, compete in the Long Jump at the NCAA Track and Field Championships - 5-Jun to 8-Jun). On the slate: Update…

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40 - We are what we eat with Megan Lautz 45:05

4M ago45:05

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40 - We are what we eat with Megan Lautz Today on the First Responder Wellness podcast I have a conversation with a nutritionist who talks about how our diet impacts our mental health, and really everything else about us. My guest is Megan Lautz. She is a Registered Dietitian and Personal Trainer on a mission to help first responders optimize perfo…

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Mastering the CEO Role: George De La Rosa Shares Transformation Journey at Luminus Financial 26:07

4M ago26:07

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In this episode of Mind Matters, host Kendall Raessler delves into the high-stakes world of CEOs with guest George De La Rosa, CEO of Luminus Financial. George shares his remarkable journey in the credit union industry spanning 30 years, from his early days to becoming one of the youngest CEOs in Canada. Together, they explore the emotional and bus…

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E221: HIROSHI TAI WINS 2024 NCAA MEN'S GOLF INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIP 33:54

4M ago33:54

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What it says on the tin -- this is hot off the presses! Tech's first NCAA national championship since women's tennis in 2007. Tech golf's fourth individual champion: Troy Matteson ('02), Charlie Yates ('34), Watts Gunn ('27) Tai also receives an amateur bid to the 2025 Masters As a team, Tech advanced to the NCAA match play quarterfinals as the 8th…

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39 - Don't Forget Where you Came From with Marc Hill 1:00:45

4M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

39 - Don't Forget Where you Came From with Marc Hill My guest today is Marc Hill Marc is a seasoned firefighter and paramedic who is best known as the author of "Two Dark Thirty.” We talk about what fire departments do and don't do to prepare rookies for the traumas they will face. We also talk about the responsibilities that leaders have to take c…

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CEO Insights: PJ Wharton on Leadership and Growth Strategies at Yampa Valley Bank 23:26

4M ago23:26

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In this episode, we sit down with PJ Wharton, President and CEO of Yampa Valley Bank, who shares his incredible journey from his early days in Pennsylvania to leading a top community bank in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. PJ delves into the importance of community, the value of people in the banking sector, and how he navigated his initial days as CE…

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E220: Carlsbad...Texas? (Baseball @ FSU, Golf @ NCAAs, Tennis @ NCAAs, T&F @ NCAAs) 50:56

4M ago50:56

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Baseball’s tournament hopes are on a knife-edge, tennis moves through championship month, and golf/T&F prepare for their championship rounds. Also, we have really bad jokes. On the slate: GT Sports Hall of Fame 2024 class Construction Updates at Edge/Fanning Recap: Baseball’s 1-2 series loss @ FSU Preview: Baseball at ACCT Recap: Tennis at NCAA Sin…

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38 - When Cancer Hits Home with Vickie Speed 48:17

4M ago48:17

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38 - When Cancer Hits Home with Vickie Speed Today is May 15th and its Peace Officers Memorial Day. So I think it’s appropriate that today’s podcast covers a topic that is sometimes not discussed among law enforcement and that is the subject of cancer. My guest today is Vickie Speed. As the CEO of Blue Cancer Connect, Vickie Speed is a dedicated ad…

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The Making of a CEO: Crystal Dionne's Transition from Public to Private Sector 26:50

5M ago26:50

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In this episode, we dive into the world of community banking with Crystal Dionne, CEO of Primary Bank. With a dynamic transition from a long career in municipal finance to the high stakes of founding and leading a community bank during a tumultuous economic period, Crystal shares her story. From building the bank from the ground up to navigating th…

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E219: The States of Progress (Baseball beats #9 Duke, Golf @ NCAA Regionals, Softball @ ACCs) [feat. Madison Myers & Davis Cooke] 1:05:18

5M ago1:05:18

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Episode 219 brings a brand new, special edition hosting duo! With Jake and Akshay preoccupied, Jack and Maggie welcome the recently graduated (and repeat guest) Madison Myers to go over the GT softball season and assess the state of Aileen Morales’ squad going into 2025. Our order of operations: Softball ACC Tournament and season review Baseball vs…

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37 - Be the Calm in the Storm with AK Dozanti 49:13

5M ago49:13

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37 - Be the Calm in the Storm with AK Dozanti Being the calm in the storm is what first responders do. But when it comes to your own storm, that's another story! Today on the First Responder Wellness Podcast I talk with AK Dozanti a former Deputy Sheriff who talks about her own journey through PTS and depression and what's she's doing now to help o…

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