Best John Paul Wagner Podcasts (2024)

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AUGUST 28TH 2024: WATER QUALITY WITH DR. ABBEY TYRNA/LIBRARIES WITH RENEE DI PILATO 56:53

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Today we’ll talk to Dr. Abbey Tyrna, Executive Director of Suncoast Waterkeeper. We’ll talk about water quality, flooding and Hurricane Debby. After that we’ll talk to Renee Di Pilato, Director of Sarasota Libraries, about the little-known services available at the library. ***Dr. Abbey Tyrna was unable to make the show. Instead Tom played an inter…

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AUGUST 14TH 2024: AUTHOR OF THE BOOK - THE VIOLENT TAKE IT BY FORCE: THE CHRISTIAN MOVEMENT THAT IS THREATENING OUR DEMOCRACY, MATTHEW D.TAYLOR 55:01

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Today Tom will talk to Matthew D. Taylor, author of The Violent Take It by Force: The Christian Movement That Is Threatening Our Democracy. Which will be out October 1st 2024. Matthew D. Taylor is a religious studies scholar and expert in independent charismatic Christianity and Christian nationalism. Taylor holds a PhD in religious studies and Mus…

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AUGUST 8TH 2024: SARASOTA COUNTY HOSPITAL BOARD ELECTION COMMENTARY BY JOHN KOPEL/MASSACHUSETTS PEACE ACTION BOARD DIRECTOR PAUL SHANNON 56:49

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Today we’ll talk to John Kopel on the upcoming August 20th Sarasota County Hospital Board elections. Then we will be speaking with Massachusetts Peace Action board member Paul Shannon on his work with Quakers and his role with MAPA.

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JULY 31ST 2024: AUTHOR RACHELLE WINKLER-WAGNER 56:56

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Today we’ll talk to Rachelle Winkle-Wagner, author of The Chosen We – Black Women’s Empowerment in Higher Education. The book draws on oral histories with Black women college graduates to demonstrate the role of community in fostering their success in and beyond education.

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Exploring “Off-Liberalism” with Fred Bauer 37:29

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Liberalism is often taken to be essentially about the promotion of radical individual autonomy, but might this understanding of liberalism be only one kind of liberalism? And, if so, why does that matter? In this episode, Weston and Fred discuss the meaning of "off-liberalism," an understanding of liberalism that highlights how disparate historical…

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WRK & Win: Nzinga Shaw 39:00

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Nzinga Shaw, a seasoned C-suite executive renowned for her pioneering work in human capital management, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and change management, joins host Corinne Milien in this special episode of WRK & WIN. As the President and CEO of Attack the Glass, Nzinga brings extensive experience in strategic planning, employee relati…

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JULY 10TH 2024: DIRECTOR OF THE PROGRAM OF INEQUALITY CHUCK COLLINS 59:43

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On today's show we’ll talk to Chuck Collins of Inequality.org. Among other things, we’ll talk about the ways billionaires are disrupting our housing markets, democracy, and health, all the while shifting taxes onto you!

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JULY 3RD 2024: SARASOTA COUNTY SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS RON TURNER/JEFF SIEGEL OF OXFORD HOUSE OF FLORIDA 56:47

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On this weeks show we’ll talk to Ron Turner, Sarasota County’s Supervisor of Elections. Then Bob will interview Jeff Siegel of Oxford House of Florida.

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WRK & Win: Jay Bailey 31:39

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Jay Bailey, the President and CEO of the H.J. Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), joins host Corinne Milien in this special, in-person episode of WRK & WIN. Jay shares his inspiring journey of transforming RICE into a global hub for Black entrepreneurs in Atlanta, supporting over 360 businesses and generating significant economic im…

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"Relearning How to Read" with Kathryn Mogk Wagner 53:43

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Does it take a trained expert to read books in our own language? The heart of English departments around the world is the love of amateurs, yet that heart seems to be gradually shrinking, replaced more and more with cold technical literary analysis. Kathryn Mogk Wagner identifies this as the reason English Departments themselves are shrinking too. …

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JUNE 26TH 2024: FORMER MAYOR OF AUGUSTA, GA DEKE COPENHAVER/FOOD NOT BOMBS CO-FOUNDER KIETH MCHENRY 2011 INTERVIEW REBROADCAST 56:28

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We will be talking with Deke Copenhaver, Mayor of Augusta, Ga from 2005 through 2014. Deke is a Changemaker, helping others realize the potential they have to be leaders in their community and their lives. Also, Bob will be replaying an interview he had with Food Not Bombs co-founder Keith McHenry from 2011.…

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WRK & Win: Alice Chen 28:57

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Alice Chen is a seasoned marketing professional currently serving as the Senior Director of Culture Marketing at Adidas. With extensive experience in brand strategy, culture marketing, and influencer relations, Alice has been instrumental in driving campaigns that resonate globally. In this episode, Alice discusses her journey from a pop culture en…

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JUNE 19TH 2024: SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AT THE GULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION JON THAXTON 55:54

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This week we’ll spend the hour with co-hosts WSLR News Director Johannes Werner & Linda Harradine & Larry Eger of the Justice Matters program discussing affordable housing with their guest Jon Thaxton, Senior Vice President for Community Leadership at the Gulf Coast Community Foundation.

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JUNE 12TH 2024: AUTHOR'S MARTIN JOHNSON & JOE SIMONETTA 56:49

3M ago56:49

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This week we’ll talk to Martin Johnson, author of The Atheist’s Survival Guide – 35 Ways to Combat Religious Intolerance. Then we’ll talk to Joe Simonetta, author of the new book Be Healthy. Be Kind. Respect the Environment.

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WRK & Win: Etienne Maurice 40:05

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Etienne Maurice is a Los Angeles native dedicated to building community and advocating for racial equality through the arts, health, and wellness. Following the death of Ahmaud Arbery and ongoing racial and social injustice, he founded Walk Good LA, a nonprofit organization curating healing spaces for all. Walk Good LA pays homage to his grandmothe…

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JUNE 5TH 2024: "THE JAZZMEN" AUTHOR LARRY TYE/THEN NEW SARASOTA COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CHIEF SANDRA TAPFUMANEYI 47:38

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This week we’ll talk to Larry Tye, author of “The Jazzmen – How Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong and Count Basie Transformed America”. Then we’ll hear from Sandra Tapfumaneyi, Sarasota County’s emergency management chief, about hurricane preparedness. ***Due to technical difficulties the Larry Tye interview is presented in the second half***…

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Why Does Beauty Wound? with John-Paul Heil 46:29

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You are marveling at a beautiful sunset, standing in awe before an Italian masterpiece, or gazing lovingly into the face of your beloved. These moments of beauty, however brief, impact our hearts, minds, and souls in a profound way. What exactly is occurring in these moments? John-Paul Heil offers insight through a reading and discussion of his ess…

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WRK & Win: Scott Geary 32:38

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Scott Geary is the CEO of the Georgia PGA section and the Executive Director of PGA REACH Georgia Foundation. Originally from Wisconsin, Scott began his career with an internship at the American Junior Golf Association in 2011. He held multiple roles within the AJGA before starting his current position with the Georgia PGA in 2021. In this episode……

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MAY 29 2024: AUTHOR DAVID SWANSON ON THE FUNCTIONALITY OF NATO 57:11

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This week we’ll talk to David Swanson, author of the new book with Code Pink’s Medea Benjamin - Nato: What You Need to Know. It’s “an indispensable primer on an organization that not only confronts expanding military conflict but, the authors contend, plays an active part in its escalation.”

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WRK & Win: Sandeep Rajan 50:57

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Sandeep Rajan is the Founder and CEO of Grandstand, a pioneering platform akin to Patreon for athletes, designed to forge direct connections with fans. With a history that spans from aspirations of being the next Tiger Woods to making his mark in the tech world, he led product teams at notable companies such as Patreon and Dropbox. Before founding …

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MAY 22 2024: AUTHOR, PROFESSOR AND DEAN EMERITUS AT STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY RUTH BRANDWEIN/THEN, WSLR CO-FOUNDER DAVE BEATON TALKS ABOUT FUTURE PLANS IN MICHIGAN 56:55

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This week we’ll talk to local author Ruth Brandwein and then WSLR co-founder Dave Beaton about his plans for Michigan! Local author, Professor and Dean Emeritus at Stony Brook University Ruth Brandwein. She has received the National Achievement Award from the National Association of Social Workers, a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Sarasota Nat…

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WRK & Win: David Wagner 48:07

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David Wagner is the Associate Vice President of Player Operations for the NBA G League. He transitioned early in his career from legal operations to leadership roles within professional sports leagues. David's unique perspective shapes the NBA G League through strategic player contract management and compliance. Based in Tampa, Florida, he previous…

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MAY 15TH 2024: EDITOR OF "A MINISTRY OF RISK: WRITINGS ON PEACE & NONVIOLENCE BY PHILIP BERRIGAN" BRAD WOLF/DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY INVESTMENT AT GULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, JON THAXTON, DISCUSSES BILL ... 56:46

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This week we’ll talk to Brad Wolf, editor of the new book A Ministry of Risk: Writings on Peace and Nonviolence by Philip Berrigan, peace activist and Catholic priest. From the battlefields of World War II to the front lines of peace activism, Philip Berrigan evolved from soldier to scholar, priest to political prisoner. Confronting the fundamental…

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WRK & Win: Tasmin Plater 41:03

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Dr. Tasmin Plater is the Senior Vice President and Global Head of Human Resources at FIFTH SEASON, a prominent studio in the entertainment industry. With over 15 years of experience at Fortune 500 companies like The Walt Disney Company and Quest Diagnostic, Dr. Plater provides a fusion of operational and HR expertise. He holds a Master's in Human R…

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MAY 8TH 2024: ARTISTS AND ORAGNIZERS CREATING A BETTER WORLD W/ORGANIZER KEN GROSSINGER & ARTIST ROBERT SHETTERLY 56:44

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In this episode we’ll talk to Ken Grossinger, author of Art Works – How Organizers and Artists Are Creating a Better World Together. Grossinger chronicles these efforts for the first time, distilling lessons and insights from grassroots leaders and luminaries such as Ai Weiwei, Courtland Cox, Jackson Browne, Shepard Fairey, Jane Fonda, Elizabeth Al…

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WRK & Win With John-Paul Parmigiani 45:09

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John-Paul Parmigiani is the CEO and Co-founder of Impact Hub NYC, a social innovation center that operates within the vibrant ecosystem of startups, non-profits, and creative sectors in the New York metropolitan area. His career has spanned various international locales, culminating in a focus on social impact initiatives in West Africa before retu…

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Can We Rebuild the American Trades? 42:17

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What has become of the trades within our country? Where did the blue-collar workers go and what is the reason behind their disappearance? Is there anything we can do to rebuild and re-vitalize this crucial section of today’s society? A co-founder of the College of St. Joseph, the Worker, Jacob Imam helps to answer our questions. Join Grant and Jaco…

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MAY 1ST 2024: CANDIDATE FOR THE SARASOTA SCHOOL BOARD, DISTRICT 2, LIZ BARKER/NEW ORLEANS RESIDENT AND TAROT READER AUDREY 57:00

4M ago57:00

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In this episode we’ll talk to Liz Barker, candidate for the Sarasota School Board, District Two. The election is August 20. Then Bob will talk to a person he met in New Orleans at the French Quarter Festival, Tarot Reader Audrey

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WRK & WIN: Emily Stutzman 42:47

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Emily Stutzman is the CEO and Co-owner of Happylucky, a full-service creative agency that is female-founded, female-led, and queer-owned. With locations in Portland, New York City, and Los Angeles, Happylucky focuses on creating impactful emotional connections through their work in brand strategy, content creation, and production. Under Emily's lea…

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WRK & Win With Laura Dixon 38:09

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Laura Dixon is the President of Pro Sports Assembly, an association uniting professional sports business leaders to foster a fair and progressive future for the industry. She is also the Founder of Long Game Ventures, a firm that guides sports business leaders to achieve their goals for impact. With a strong background in sports business and manage…

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WRK & Win: Brandon Doll 41:50

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Brandon Doll is the Principal at Sports & Entertainment Advisors, a consultancy that utilizes data, modeling, and customer insights to enhance business outcomes for clients in collegiate and professional sports and other live entertainment. With over a decade of experience in the sports and entertainment sectors, Brandon has made significant contri…

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WRK & Win: Evy Lyons 43:28

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Evyenia “Evy” Lyons is the CEO and Co-founder of Apex Cool Labs, a company dedicated to enhancing human performance through innovative palm cooling technology. With a career spanning over two decades in marketing and brand building, Evy brings a wealth of experience to her role at Apex Cool Labs. Her journey includes a significant tenure as the Chi…

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WRK & Win: Leela Srinivasan 40:45

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Leela Srinivasan is the CEO of Parity, a sports partnerships platform focused on closing the gender income and opportunity gap in professional sports. Born in Scotland with a versatile background spanning sales leadership, management consulting, and tech marketing, Leela has become a significant figure in the tech and sports industries. Before taki…

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WRK & Win: Dr. Janelle Wells 35:26

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Dr. Janelle Wells is an Associate Professor at the University of South Florida and the Co-founder and Impact Coach at WellsQuest, a firm dedicated to fostering the growth of leaders, teams, and cultures through individualized and transformative development programs. She worked as an Assistant Volleyball Coach at Indiana University and as an Assista…

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WRK & Win: Dr. Debonair Oates-Primus 53:42

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Dr. Debonair Oates-Primus is the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Oak View Group, the largest developer of sports and live entertainment venues in the world. An award-winning DEI practitioner, she is recognized for her contributions as a race and gender studies scholar, educator, and strategist. With a robust background in DEI …

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WRK & Win: Lauren Spearman 33:13

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Lauren Spearman is the CEO and Founder of R&B Yoga, a company that orchestrates a dynamic fusion of contemporary melodies and beginner-friendly yoga practices within a vibrant, pop-up studio atmosphere. Lauren is currently in the final stages of her yoga therapy certification journey at Loyola Marymount University. Through Trinity Health & Wellness…

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WRK & Win: Diahann Billings-Burford 40:27

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Diahann Billings-Burford is the CEO of RISE, a nonprofit organization aimed at leveraging the unifying potential of sports to combat racism and promote social justice. Her career has been marked by significant contributions to diverse communities through various senior roles in both public and private sectors. At Time Warner, as executive director …

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WRK & Win: Laura Barnard 37:43

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Laura Barnard is the Founder of BREAKTHRU Brands, an innovative leadership development solution focused on advancing equitable representation of leaders worldwide. With a BA in Psychology from Harvard University and an MBA in Marketing & Strategic Management from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Laura brings a profound understand…

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WRK & Win: Antony Bonavita 43:09

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Antony Bonavita is the Executive Vice President of Venue Operations for the Cleveland Cavaliers and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, responsible for overseeing the venue's operations, guest experience, and project management. With over 27 years of experience in facility and event management, he played a key role in the renovation of Rocket Mortgage Fiel…

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WRK & Win: Natalie White 32:45

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Natalie White is the Founder and CEO of Moolah Kicks, a pioneering brand exclusively focused on creating basketball shoes for women. Originating from her observation of the lack of female-specific basketball sneakers during her senior year at Boston College, Natalie was propelled by the realization that existing footwear options did not address the…

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WRK & Win: Emily Jaenson 49:05

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Emily Jaenson is a professional speaker, podcast host, author, and consultant specializing in sports sponsorship. With 15 years of experience in the sports industry, she has served as the general manager and corporate partnerships manager of the Reno Aces. Emily's professional journey includes selling season and group tickets for the Chicago Bulls,…

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Bonus Episode: Transforming Talent Acquisition for Modern Workplaces 20:25

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Corinne Milien is the Founder and CEO at WRK, a people-powered HR and staffing solutions to overcome workforce challenges in sports, media, and entertainment. As an unwavering advocate for diversity and inclusion, Corinne aims to eradicate bias and eliminate barriers that have historically marginalized certain groups from traditional hiring practic…

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Where Do Bioethics Begin? with Michael Deem 1:01:14

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As a bioethicist and Catholic deacon-in-training, Dr. Michael Deem has spent years in the medical trenches as well as in theological and philosophical research. Michael Deem joins Grant in this episode to answer questions such as, “Do bioethicists actually change minds?” “Does healthcare flourish under a provider-of-services model?” and “Are bioeth…

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WRK & Win: DeLaina Sarden 50:44

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DeLaina Sarden is a Principal at Parker Executive Search, a leading global executive search firm known for its expertise in higher education and sports. With a background in college athletics, DeLaina previously worked at the University of Wisconsin and Michigan State University, focusing on student-athlete success. An accomplished former volleybal…

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WRK & Win: Will Baggett 50:08

8M ago50:08

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Will Baggett is the Co-founder and brand strategist at Monetize Your Message, a premier platform for speakers aiming to enhance their impact and audience reach. A former operations coordinator for the College Football Playoff, Will has built a reputation as an award-winning major events professional. His experience includes producing high-profile e…

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