Best Rotaract Podcasts (2024)

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Rotary & Rotaract: Building the Future Together 31:02

1M ago31:02

31:02

In this episode, co-hosts Nick Taylor and Michael DeGrandis sit down to chat with two different Rotaract Club Presidents! We are honored to have Kaylee Melessa from the Rotaract Club of Southern Utah University and Norman Giumelli from the Rotaract Club of Zurich International. Ever wonder what the difference is between a community based and univer…

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Navigating Presidents - Elect Training Seminar 37:13

5M ago37:13

37:13

In this episode, co-hosts Nick Taylor and Michael DeGrandis sit down to chat with Club President Cristiano Nicolucci from Weston, Florida and President Elect David Nygren from Cayucos, California. We discuss key takeaways they took from their experiences with President Elect Training Seminar and how incoming club presidents might better take advant…

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Exploring Rotary What Ifs 26:37

7M ago26:37

26:37

In this episode, we change up the format just a bit. We sent out a survey to a handful of DGEs with the prompt, "Our research has shown that the most important part of Rotary is the club experience, If you had unlimited resources, what innovative changes would you introduce to elevate the club experience?" Co-hosts Nick Taylor and Michael DeGrandis…

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Finding Success as a Young Rotary Leader 37:13

11M ago37:13

37:13

In this episode, we have a great discussion with current District Governor Herbert Pfeiffer our of District 1910. Herbert is a young District Governor balancing work, life, family, and his DG responsibilities that span multiple countries. However, he has a great perspective on how one can achieve success. We know that you will enjoy this one! Guest…

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Innovative Club Models 39:58

1y ago39:58

39:58

In this episode, we explore two different club models with the Rotary Club of Mental Health Advocates out of New Jersey and the Rotary Satellite Club of Vail Impact in Colorado! Check out how these innovative clubs found models to fit the needs of their members! Guests: Ray Freaney: Club President - Rotary Club of Mental Health Advocates, NJ, USA P…

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Creating Inclusive Clubs and Districts 28:57

1+ y ago28:57

28:57

In this episode, we are excited to share three amazing examples of how clubs and districts are working to be more inclusive and welcoming. Hopefully you can take some key takeaways from the episode that you can incorporate into your own club and district. Enjoy! Guests: Marilyn Sanderson, District 5330 DEI Inclusion Chair Casey Nall, President of t…

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How You Can Take Advantage of District Trainings 27:17

2y ago27:17

27:17

In this episode, we are excited to have two amazing members from District 6000 join us as we discuss various district training opportunities. This episode has some great information for everyone! Tune in to learn and hopefully take away some ideas for your club and district! Guests: Gretchen Nollman, District Educator D6000, Rotary Club of West Lib…

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Highlights From 2022 Council on Legislation 31:55

2y ago31:55

31:55

In this episode, Nick sits down with his colleagues Sarah Steacy and John Hannes to discuss some of the important enchantments from this past COL. Enjoy! Hosts & Producers Nick Taylor, Club and District Support Officer Sarah Steacy, Club and District Support Officer John Hannes, CDS Global Initiatives Supervisor…

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What Rotary can teach you about leadership 37:47

2y ago37:47

37:47

In this month’s episode, Nick sits down with two incoming leaders to talk about their experience with leadership and Rotary and why it is a great place to hone your leadership skills. Guests: Lizzy Martin, District Governor Nominee Designate, District 7150, New York, USA Daniel Walker, Incoming Club President, Rotary Club of Tempe Downtown, Arizona…

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Chats with Past Rotary International President Barry Rassin 22:03

2+ y ago22:03

22:03

In this very special episode of the Chats by Rotaract Australia podcast host Laura Telford sits down with Past Rotary International President Barry Rassin. This is part one of this chat and explore all things Rotaract. Barry is a member of the Rotary Club of East Nassau, Bahamas and was the Rotary International President in 2018-2019. He was an inc…

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Chats with Past Rotary International President Barry Rassin Part 2 21:35

2+ y ago21:35

21:35

This is part two of our chat with Past Rotary International President Barry Rassin.By Rotaract Australia

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Asha Vettoor on Swara Voice of Women 28:47

2+ y ago28:47

28:47

On the First Episode of Learning Curve, we have Asha Vettoor, talking about what drove her to start the phenomenal business i.e., Swara VoW, the struggles, her journey and answering questions on University of Oxford.Follow Us Online!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rc.nmims.srTwitter: https://twitter.com/rcnmimssr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin…

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Small and Mighty Clubs 24:29

2+ y ago24:29

24:29

Rotary Clubs come in all shapes and sizes. In today’s episode, we feature two clubs out of Central New York: The Rotary Club of Honeoye Lake and the Rotary Club of Victor-Farmington. While both of these clubs might be smaller, they are quite mighty! Take a listen to learn more about their different management styles and how that leads to making an …

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Chats with Damien Walker 15:05

2+ y ago15:05

15:05

In this episode of the Chats by Rotaract Australia podcast host Laura Telford sits down with Rotaractor Damien Walker - and what he doesn't know about Rotaract is not worth knowing! Damien is a passionate advocate for Rotary's youth programs and has held almost all club roles over his time in Rotaract. He is a member of Salisbury City Rotaract Club…

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Learning Curve - Official Trailer 0:50

2+ y ago0:50

0:50

Introducing: Learning Curve, a podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, who offer expert advice, which help young adults to gain insight into how they can establish and grow their businesses successfully! Subscribe to us and Stay Tuned for our upcoming episodes!

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Chats with Rotaract Oceania MDIO Chair Becky Giblin 25:27

2+ y ago25:27

25:27

On the first episode after the holiday break host Laura Telford sits down with Rotaract Oceania MDIO Chair Becky Giblin to talk all things Rotaract on an international scale. Becky is the inaugural Chair of Rotaract Oceania and over the last six months in particular Rotaract Oceania and Rotaract Australia have been collaborating and partnering in a…

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Mailbox Questions with CDS 22:42

2+ y ago22:42

22:42

On this month's episode, Sarah and Nick sit down and answer some of the relevant questions from their email inboxes. They explain the policy that answers those questions and how it can be utilized to fit the needs of your club. Hosts & Producers Nick Taylor, Club and District Support Officer Sarah Steacy, Club and District Support Officer…

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Happy Holidays from Club and District Support! 4:36

2+ y ago4:36

4:36

Happy Holidays from your CDS Team! Enjoy today's short episode of a few reminders and well wishes from your CDS Team! Hosts: Nick Taylor, Club and District Support Associate Officer Sarah Steacy, Club and District Support Associate OfficerBy CDS Americas

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Chats about Rotary/Rotaract Zone Conference 2022 16:13

2+ y ago16:13

16:13

In this very special episode of the Chats by Rotaract Australia host Laura Telford sits down with the two newly appointed Rotary/Rotaract Zone Conference 2022 co-hosts Andrew Giumelli and John Mackenzie. The 2022 Rotary/Rotaract Zone Conference will be a celebration of Rotaract and Rotary collaboration in Canberra, ACT in October find out all the d…

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Chats with Membership Voice's Kero O'Shea 24:08

2+ y ago24:08

24:08

We say the most important part of Rotary and Rotaract is the members - the humans that make up our great organisation and Kero O'Shea from Membership Voice reminds us of that everyday. Founder of Membership Voice, Kero and the group is all about highlighting the great work of clubs in the membership engagement space. Listen as host Laura Telford si…

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Chartering a Rotary Club: One year check in with Brian Rusch and Sarah Jewell 36:14

2+ y ago36:14

36:14

Almost one year ago, we sat down with charter club president Brian Rusch to learn how he and his fellow members chartered the Rotary Club of Global Action District 5150. This month, we sit back down with Brian and Club President-elect Sarah to see how their club is doing, one year after chartering. Guests Sarah Jewell, President-elect, Rotary Club …

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Chats with past Rotary International President Holger Knaack 26:38

2+ y ago26:38

26:38

In this very special episode host Laura Telford sits down with past Rotary International President Holger Knaack to talk about perhaps one of the craziest years the 2020-21 year. From COVID-19 restrictions making it impossible for German President Holger to sit in his office in Evanston, USA to virtually travelling more than any President ever. Thi…

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Chats with Rotaract President Wajan Abumustafa 16:17

3y ago16:17

16:17

If you are looking for a Rotaractors to aspire to be like, look no further than Wajan Abumustafa the 2021 President of the University of Adelaide Rotaract Club. She is passion in buckets and never sits still for too long! Wajan presides over a club of more than 70 Rotaractors and is always pushing the boundaries of what is possible with 24 hours in…

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But Like, I am not a leader...am I? 40:38

3y ago40:38

40:38

We can all agree that when members join Rotary, there are plenty of opportunities to serve their community and the world. However, did you know there is also an opportunity to lead your community and the world, too? In this month’s episode, we sit down with RI Vice President Valarie Wafer to discuss how Rotary and leadership go hand-in-hand, the le…

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Rotaract chats with Australian Rotary Health 12:32

3y ago12:32

12:32

On World Mental Health Day Chats by Rotaract Australia host Laura Telford talks to Australian Rotary Health's Promotions and Mental Health Research Manager Jessica Cooper. The chat spans what ARH is, what projects is supports and more. Tune in now!By Rotaract Australia

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Rotaract chats with past Rotary International President Ian Riseley 26:10

3y ago26:10

26:10

The first episode of Season Two begins with a fantastic interview between host Rotaract Australia Vice Chair Laura Telford and 2017-18 Rotary International President Ian Riseley. The pair have a fascinating chat which spans leadership, Rotaract's place in the organisation and what the future of Rotaract looks like.…

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Introduction to Season 2 6:44

3y ago6:44

6:44

Welcome to Season 2 of the Chats by Rotaract Australia Podcast. We are back bigger and better than ever bringing you some incredible conversations with Rotaractors and Rotarians from across the globe.By Rotaract Australia

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But Like, How Do I Effect Change? 32:10

3y ago32:10

32:10

Policies are sometimes seen as a roadblock for clubs, but did you know that they can actually be a road map to change? Putting it in writing solidifies the current needs of Rotary members, and gives us a course for the future. On this month's episode, we discuss the Council on Legislation, the event where updates to our governance documents are mad…

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But Like, How Do I Organize A Service Project? 37:43

3y ago37:43

37:43

We can all agree that service is truly the heart of Rotary. In celebration of the new Rotary year and RI President Shekhar’s theme, Serve to Change Lives, we are kicking off Season 2 of All Things Rotary to hear about 3 service projects, organized in distinctly different ways. First, a district-wide project in Orange County, California, followed by…

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Year in Review: Chats with outgoing RA Chair Samantha Fewster 30:55

3y ago30:55

30:55

As we countdown the final hours of the 2020-21 Rotaract year listen now to host Laura Telford talk to outgoing Rotaract Australia Chair Samantha Fewster. Sam has lead the Rotaract Australia team, District Rotaract Representatives and all Rotaractors in the MIDO through one of the most challenging years with grace, kindness and passion. Laura and Sa…

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But Like, Do We Really Need To Update Our Club's Bylaws? 24:11

3y ago24:11

24:11

When is the last time your club updated its bylaws? 1 year? 2 years? 5 years? No matter how long it has been, it is always a good idea to update them periodically to align with RI’s policy and what you are actually doing as a club. Join us for a conversation on how your club can update its bylaws to match the needs of your members. Host: Nick Taylo…

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Special Episode: Chat with Incoming Rotary International Director Jessie Harman 29:27

3y ago29:27

29:27

We're baaaacccckkkkk! This is a very special bonus episode of Chats by Rotaract Australia that is dynamic, engaging and inspirational! Jessie Harman’s first experience of Rotary was as a participant of RYLA in 1987. Today she is Director-Elect for Rotary International (2021-2023), representing Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Listen …

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But Like, What Does CDS Actually Do? 32:31

3y ago32:31

32:31

Ever wonder what CDS means and what our team does? Join us for our 5th episode for a conversation with two fellow CDS officers. You will learn more about what Club and District Support is, debunk some Rotary myths, and clarify how we can work with you! Host: Nick Taylor Guests: Alicia Pijal-Avila John Hannes Producer: Sarah Steacy…

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ARC (Australian Rotaract Conference) and National Training 2021 12:17

3+ y ago12:17

12:17

Australian Rotaract Conference (ARC) and National Training 2021 will be held on Saturday 15 May and Sunday 16 May respectively. In this episode of Chats by Rotaract Australia hosted by Laura Telford, you’ll hear her chat with ARC co-chairs Eeshwar Rajagopalan and Helena Toscas. Learn exactly how the events will be run, how to buy tickets and just w…

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That's a wrap on Season 1 of Chats by Rotaract Australia 16:49

3+ y ago16:49

16:49

Chats by Rotaract Australia hosts Holly Corbett and Laura Telford have absolutely loved bringing the podcast to your ears since September 2020. Join the pair as they reminisce about Season 1 of Chats by Rotaract Australia, the journey of starting a podcast and even a tiny teaser about the plans for Season 2! At the date of publishing, Laura is the …

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But Like, Why Aren't More People Talking About Satellite Clubs? 34:03

3+ y ago34:03

34:03

With so many different club models available, it is easy to forget the impact a satellite club can have. Join us for a conversation about how Satellite Clubs can be a foundation for accessibility and opportunity for new members to Rotary. Host: Nick Taylor, Club and District Support Associate Officer Guests: Andile Songo, member of the Rotary Club …

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Rotaract Chats with Varun Hariprakash 21:31

3+ y ago21:31

21:31

Picture this: tens of thousands of school children being taught how to wash their hands on the exact same day by Rotaractors. Meet Varun Hariprakash, the DRR of D978 - he helped make that vision a reality. Varun has some incredible stories to tell about his time as a Rotaractor in his home country of India, and he joins podcast host Holly Corbett t…

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Rotary Foundation 101 20:04

3+ y ago20:04

20:04

STOP - LET'S CHALLENGE AN ASSUMPTION - the Rotary Foundation is not boring. Chats by Rotaract Australia host Laura Telford aims to demystify the Rotary Foundation - which can be a bit confusing or dry for Rotaractors! Laura is joined for this episode by Maurie Stack, the chair of the Rotary Foundation for Australia, who explains the difference betw…

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Deep dive into RYLA Oceania 13:25

3+ y ago13:25

13:25

RYLA Oceania is the region’s most exciting and innovative program for RYLA Alumni across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific Islands. The goal of RYLA Oceania is to develop a network of the brightest global citizens and leaders who are engaged, educated and pushed to achieve measurable results both individually and as a group within their …

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District conference planning and the value of a Rotaract voice 29:57

3+ y ago29:57

29:57

Have you ever wonder how to plan a major event like a Rotary District Conference? Hear from Tasmanian Rotarian Sandy Astill, as she talks through all the steps to planning a successful event AND why she invited Rotaractors to be part of her conference committee from the very first meeting. Hosted by RA Vice Chair Holly Corbett.…

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But Like, Does Setting Club Goals Matter? 30:45

3+ y ago30:45

30:45

Whether you've been a club leader, or are about to be one, you've probably been asked over and over to add and edit your goals and achievements in Rotary Club Central. But... what is the point of it all? In this month's episode, find out why entering goals on Rotary Club Central is more than just an administrative task for your club. Host: Nick Tay…

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Special Episode: APRRC - The Asia Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference 14:51

3+ y ago14:51

14:51

It's WORLD ROTARACT WEEK - so here's a surprise special episode! Hear from Chats by Rotaract Australia's first international guests, as we chat all about the online Asia Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference - which will be held on Saturday, March 13! Join Co-Organising Chairpersons JieFie Lan and Thomas Lim from KL, Malaysia as they tell RA Vice-Ch…

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Rotaract Chats with Nic Egan 9:13

3+ y ago9:13

9:13

For Rotaractor Nic Egan, Rotary pretty much runs in his blood! Nic chats with RA Communications Director Laura Telford about growing up in the Rotary family, living with a Rotary Youth Exchange Student and his experiences in Rotary Youth Programs. Also, have you heard of the Rotaract Games? Find out what they were and some of the other incredible o…

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100 Trees for 100 Years - A Rotaract Australia Special Project 10:00

3+ y ago10:00

10:00

Introducing 100 Trees for 100 Years - A Rotaract Australia Special Project. This project is being undertaken to mark 100 years of Rotary in Australia, and aims to see every Rotaract Club across Australia plant at least one tree (hopefully more!) in their local community. The project is being led by DRR for 9675 Courtney Krahe, who joins RA Vice Cha…

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Creating a Code of Conduct - Chats with Helena Toscasa 24:11

3+ y ago24:11

24:11

Should your club have a Code of Conduct? How do you even develop one? And then, if you have to rely on it, how do you know it will actually work? Helena Toscasa from Gateway Rotaract sits down with RA Vice Chair Holly Corbett, to talk about her club's code of conduct - which also includes a member misconduct procedure, a grievance resolution proced…

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International Assembly Experience - Caitlin O'Connor 13:58

3+ y ago13:58

13:58

The first two weeks of February 2021 saw several District Rotaract Representatives from Australia taking part in the first online International Assembly. DRR for 9640 Caitlin O'Connor and RA Communications Director Laura Telford both took part, and in this podcast episode share their learnings from this recent experience! From what Internal Assembl…

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But Like, Which Comes First: Club Attendance or Club Engagement? 33:19

3+ y ago33:19

33:19

In this month’s episode, host Nick Taylor sits down with Giselle Holder, Club President of the Rotary Club of Maraval, Trinidad and Tobago, and Club and District Support (CDS) officer, Marni Nixon. They discuss how tracking club attendance might not be the soul indicator in determining member engagement.…

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Bec Fry chats personal and professional development through service 32:23

3+ y ago32:23

32:23

This is an episode not to be missed - well, we think that about all of our episodes but for this one it really rings true! Former Rotaract Australia Chair Rebecca Fry sits downs with RA Vice Chair Holly Corbett to talk about personal and professional development through service. Listen to part of Bec's Rotaract and Rotary journey, and get some acti…

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The Rotaract and Rotary Transition with Mathew Pham 14:55

3+ y ago14:55

14:55

Mathew Pham hopes to be one of the founding members of the Provisional Swan Rotract Club. He is also the current President of the Rotary Club of Swan District in Western Australia, a club with more than 70 years of history! If you feel like this seems like a reversal or opposite journey to most Rotaractors - this is a story you will love to hear!…

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Rotaract Origin Stories - Holly Corbett & Ben Hill 32:12

3+ y ago32:12

32:12

In this episode, the tables are turned as RA Vice-Chair and trained journalist Holly Corbett becomes the interviewee as she and RA Governance Director Ben Hill share their Rotarct Origin Story. Yes, the idea of an "Origin Story" kind of makes them sound like superheroes - but aren't all Rotaractors a little bit of a superhero because of the amazing…

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