Chi O Conversations

Join us as we chat with Hall of Fame coach, WNBA Champion, and proud Chi Omega Sister Lin Dunn, Xi Zeta | UT Martin! A legendary leader in women's basketball, Lin shares her inspiring journey—from Chapter President and collegiate athlete to coaching the Indiana Fever to their first-ever WNBA Championship and signing Caitlin Clark.

Join us as we chat with Emmy award winning news anchor & TedTalk speaker, Molly Grantham, Epsilon Beta I UNC Chapel Hill, as she shares how opportunities unfold as we bet on ourselves and how to approach change with positivity!

Meet the newest member of Chi Omega's Supreme Governing Council, S.T.B. Kelly Bingel, Phi Gamma | LSU. Kelly has forged an incredible career—from journalist to Chief of Staff on the Hill. Now, as Chi Omega's Vice President, she talks about how her experiences in government have prepared her for this role. Kelly reflects on the power of the Chi Omega network, using her talents for good, and welcoming each chapter of life.

Join us as we get design ideas and life tips from Southern Maximalist Gail Disner, Epsilon Delta | Southern Mississippi. Gail's career took a bold turn, and she's now an influential interior designer and blogger with a passion for creating inspiring, vibrant spaces. She believes more is more when it comes to design choices, and she has put her talent to work for some big names and our Chi Omega Sisters at the Eta Chapter house at Michigan. You don't want to miss her helpful insights!

Join us as we chat with the creative visionary behind your favorite Lainey Wilson and top country songs Trannie Anderson, Theta Kappa | Baylor. Trannie tells us about her process for songwriting, surreal red carpet moments, and some of the less-glamorous jobs along her journey of chasing the dream.

Join us for a special double-episode, where we welcome TWO incredible guests who are Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and successful career women. Anna Kate Sundvold, Rho Epsilon | TCU, and Kennedy Hannan, Psi Beta | Iowa, dish on staying mindful with hectic schedules, Sisterhood in Chi Omega and the DCC, and the Thunderstruck craze sweeping America- including a look at our Pi and Epsilon Alpha Chapter's TikToks. You don't want to miss this inspiring episode

Join us as we kick off season four of Chi O Conversations with Amrit Kaur, our impressive collegiate Sister and Chapter President of Chi Delta | Millsaps. Amrit embodies what it means to serve- she's already a practicing realtor, a translator, cultural educator and maintains a 4.0 while leading her Chi Omega chapter. Tune in as Amrit shares what keeps her inspired and organized!

Join us as we close out mental health awareness month with Dennis Gillan, founder of Half a Sorrow Foundation, a non-profit focused on suicide prevention. Dennis tackles the difficult topic of grief and keeping others safe, even if you're not a mental health expert. He manages to bring levity and insight to this critical topic. Please note this episode covers potentially triggering topics, such as suicide, depression, and loss.

Life's challenges can seem overwhelming at times. But Katherine Scully, Iota Alpha | SMU, reminds us that sometimes these challenges can also present wonderful opportunities. Check out episode 7 of Chi O Conversations, where Katherine talks about how beating the big C has helped her realize not to sweat the small stuff.

It only takes one small thing to start a ripple effect. Ansley Bilyeu, Gamma | Florida State, explains how her visit to Tanzania opened her eyes to the global water crisis. Check out episode 6 of Chi O Conversations, where Ansley talks about how your passion can help you find your purpose, your career, and your community.

When it comes to sparking positive conversations, Chelsea Bear, Pi Mu | Florida Gulf Coast, could teach a master class. Check out episode 5 of Chi O Conversations, where Chelsea shares how she uses her platform to spread awareness of Cerebral Palsy, and how her Chi Omega Sisters encouraged her to be her authentic herself.

What do Chi Omega and competing in the Olympics have in common? According to Laura Bennet, Iota Alpha | SMU, both are about team collaboration, having a vision and executing it. Join us for episode 4 of Chi O Conversations as Laura shares with us the importance of living with intent and appreciating success of any kind.

Get ready to be inspired by Chloe Pasman, Mu Delta | Bradley. In episode three of Chi O Conversations, Chloe shares how she uses her positivity, her Sisters, and TikTok dances to overcome the challenges she faces living with SEPN1 muscular dystrophy.

Just in time for the holidays, episode two of Chi O Conversations features event planner and entrepreneur Mary Hollis Huddleston, Rho Epsilon, TCU. She shares tips on how to delegate, stay organized, and be a hostess with the most fun.

Welcome back podcasters! We're kicking off Season 3 of Chi O Conversations with Naiah Mensah, Pi Alpha | Cincinnati, a women's health advocate and nursing student speaking out about how being vulnerable can help us find our resilience and our voice.

Whooooooo knew Chi Omega's National Ritual Officer S.M. Elaine Baker (Pi | University of Tennessee) is also a high-powered executive of a global financial company? Tune in today as she talks about elevating women in business and young girls through education.

What gets you out of bed every day? Sister Jan Langbein (Iota Alpha | Southern Methodist University), talks about finding her purpose as an activist to end violence against women. Tune in as Jan shares info on picking your battles, taking a stand, and not being afraid to be impolite when helping others.

Tune in as Carrie Lee | Kappa Lambda, presidential appointee and women's advocate shares how women supporting women makes our world better. She also dishes on what it's like to be a hedge fund manager, humanitarian and huge Formula 1 fangirl. Click the link in our bio to watch the episode!

Wish you were attending NY Fashion Week right now? Tune in to our Chi O Conversations podcast today, as Kristine Brucal (Beta Gamma/University of Louisville), gives us a front row seat to her experience walking AND photographing the runway during Fashion Week! Kristine also shares how her mom's Filipino heritage inspires her one-of-a-kind designs and keeps her connected to her culture.

Bestselling author, brand strategist, and business owner. Join us as Christina Sharkey Geist, (Sigma Epsilon/ Vanderbilt) shares her business and personal journey, reinventing herself every decade and how her Chi Omega Sisters helped her all along the way.

Want to learn how to lead with kindness? Tune in to the Chi O Conversations podcast today to hear TedxTalk speaker and recent G.H., McKenna Daly (Chi Zeta), share her sage advice. Click the link in our bio/here to watch the episode on Youtube, or catch the audio versions on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

What's the tea Sis? Do you enjoy keeping up with Entertainment Tonight? Tune in to the Chi O Conversations podcast today to hear 6-time Emmy winning executive producer Erin Johnson (Xi Lambda/ Washington & Lee) chat with Chi Omega CEO Leslie Herington about how she went from Recruitment Chair to prime time Hollywood producer. Click [here/the link in our bio] to watch the episode on YouTube!. You can also catch the audio versions on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

What does your favorite song say about your relationships? Tune in today, and listen to Chi Omega's podcast, Chi O Conversations, as Dr. Shaniece Criss (Delta Theta/Oglethorpe), a health science faculty member at Furman University, shares her media literacy relationship test with Chi Omega CEO, Leslie Herington. They also discuss collegiate mental wellness. Click the link in our bio to watch the episode on YouTube! You can also catch the audio versions on Apple Podcast and Spotify!

Chi O Conversations, the Fraternity's official podcast, is back with SEASON 2‼️ Tune in today as Chi Omega CEO Leslie Herington sits down with Riley Watkins (Epsilon Beta) chapter president at UNC-Chapel Hill. You won't want to miss Riley's miraculous story and witness her ruthless positivity! Watch on YouTube or Chiomega.com and listen on Apple Podcast & Spotify.

That's a wrap! Chi O Conversations, the Fraternity's very own podcast, concludes its first season with National Ritual Officer (S.M.) Gena Runnion/Psi Chapter. Tune in as Gena sits down with Chi Omega CEO Leslie Herington to discuss her 11 years leading the Fraternity Sorority community at an SEC school, how it feels to be the mother of a Fraternity man and how to walk with purpose through the airport and through life.

Chi O Conversations returns with a special episode featuring S.H., Laura Miller, Chi Omega's National President. Tune in to hear her talk with CEO, Leslie Herington, about her own experience – from her college years at the Rho Epsilon Chapter at Texas Christian University, to serving as an advisor for over 30 years, and being a founding member of the National Recruitment Team. Leading over 265,00 Chi Omega women is no small task, listen as Laura shares about what drives her to do this rewarding work.

Chi O Conversations just dropped a new episode! Jill Bowman, Chi Omega's National Treasurer (Zeta Beta). Jill sits down with C.E.O. Leslie Herington to talk about her first two years at the Council table in one of the most trying times in Chi Omega and how her experience came in handy.

Chi O Conversations, the Fraternity's regular podcast, returns with another episode today featuring Missy Pask, our S.K.A., National Secretary. She sits down with CEO Leslie Herington to discuss her long running tenure on the Governing Council and what led her to a life of Chi Omega service. Missy also reveals a nickname that you will want to hear more about! Click the link in our bio to watch the video conversation or catch the audio version on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Ever wanted to catapult your passion into an international brand? Tune in to our Chi O Conversations podcast today as Chi Omega CEO Leslie Herington sits down with Sonal Patel-Cochran, Psi Gamma/Mercer University as she explains how she took her love for traditional art from her Indian American heritage and established, Tribe, a crafted and curated retail collection showcasing the story of local artisans all over the world one colorful masterpiece at a time. Click the link in our bio to watch the video conversation or catch the audio version on Apple Podcast or Spotify

The Chi O Conversations podcast returns with another remarkable episode! Our guest, Tonya Clement, was selected by S.H. Laura Miller to serve as the keynote speaker at Chi Omega's Firesides Leadership Training in January. Tonya is an initiate of the Chi Zeta Chapter at Colorado State University, and she is the 20th U.S. woman to successfully climb Mount Everest. Tune in to hear about the challenges she overcame then, and how she applies those to everyday life now!

The Chi O Conversations podcast returns with another remarkable episode! Our guest, Tonya Clement, was selected by S.H. Laura Miller to serve as the keynote speaker at Chi Omega's Firesides Leadership Training in January. Tonya is an initiate of the Chi Zeta Chapter at Colorado State University, and she is the 20th U.S. woman to successfully climb Mount Everest. Tune in to hear about the challenges she overcame then, and how she applies those to everyday life now!

Chi O Conversations episode 10 is out now and all about life transitions and women's mental health awareness! Tune in today as licensed clinical social worker Elissa Costello, Kappa Mu at Sacred Heart University, shares her story and chats with CEO, Leslie Herington about how today's global landscape affects college student stress levels and life management more than ever before.

If you've never tuned in to Chi O Conversations, the Fraternity's regular podcast, you'll want to today! CEO Leslie Herington interviews former S.N.V. Punky Penberthy, Iota Alpha/SMU, who shares what it was like to be grow up the daughter of the S.H. and then go on to serve on the Governing Council herself. She'll also reveal the celebrity guest who attended her birthday party at the Executive Headquarters in Memphis! Click the link in our bio to watch the video conversation or catch the audio version on Apple Podcast.

Sisters, be sure to tune in to our newest Chi O Conversations podcast episode today! Jessica Peñaranda, president of the National Multicultural Greek Council sits down with CEO Leslie Herington in a special extended episode to share her story and discuss inclusion in the Fraternity Sorority community.

Our Chi O Conversations podcast episode number 7 is finally out! Join us today to hear fan favorite National Archivist Lyn Harris, an initiate of Chi Omega's Psi Gamma Chapter /Mercer University share her story and Chi Omega's. Lyn has served as National Archivist since 2006, and she was awarded Chi Omega's highest honor, the President's Award during our virtual Convention in 2020. Join us on YouTube or listen to the audio version on Apple Podcast to hear Lyn chat with CEO Leslie Herington.

We're back with another Chi O Conversations podcast episode! Join us today to hear from Marcie Booth, an initiate of Xi Delta/University of Toledo. Marcie is a current member of Chi Omega's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee as well as a current member of our Volunteer Development Task Force. Tune in on YouTube for the video broadcast or listen to the audio version on Spotify or Apple Podcast to hear Marcie share her story with Chi Omega Chief Executive Officer, Leslie Herington.

We're back with another Chi O Conversations podcast episode! Join us today to hear from Dr. Emily Smith, an initiate of Chi Omega's Xi Chapter/Northwestern University. Emily is an epidemiologist, a scientist, a health advocate, and is currently a Chi Omega National Recruitment Team volunteer! Tune in on YouTube for the video broadcast or listen to the audio version on Apple Podcast to hear Emily share her story with Chi Omega Chief Executive Officer, Leslie Herington.

We're back with another Chi O Conversations podcast episode! Join us today to hear from Anna Bucker, an initiate of Chi Omega's Alpha Beta Chapter/Auburn. Anna is currently serving her ninth year on the Supreme Governing Council of Chi Omega as our National Vice President. Tune in on YouTube for the video broadcast or listen to the audio version on Apple Podcast to hear Anna share her story with Chi Omega Chief Executive Officer, Leslie Herington.

Chi O Conversations is back with a second episode featuring Raegan Rutty, an initiate of Chi Omega's Eta Delta chapter / University of Florida and recent Olympic gymnast. Raegan competed in Tokyo this summer (2021) as the first ever Olympic gymnast from her home country, The Cayman Islands.

Introducing Chi O Conversations! Episode 1 features a special extended interview with Jennifer (JJ) Jones, immediate-past president of the National Pan-Hellenic Council or NPHC, an organization composed of nine international Greek letter sorority and fraternities often referred to as “the divine nine.” Join us to hear JJ share her sorority story with Chi Omega CEO Leslie Herington.