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“Remember to give your team time to shine.” – Samantha BeelerWelcome to episode 235 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jilly Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Trellance. Trellance is a leading technology partner for credit unions, delivering innovative technology solutions to help credit unions achieve more. With a comprehensive suite of analytics, cloud and talent solutions, the Trellance team ensures credit unions increase efficiency, manage risk, and improve member experience. Learn more here!In this new 2026 season, Jilly and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.This week on the podcast, we welcome back Samantha Beeler, President of The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates. She returns to the podcast to discuss what it looks like to live and lead well at the same time. We talk about how success on paper can still feel hollow when it comes at the expense of presence, health, or the people we care about and how many leaders learn that achievement alone doesn't hold up as a definition of a good life.Listen in as we share how those lessons rarely arrive in one dramatic moment but instead build through seasons, habits, missteps, and small course corrections. From missed boundaries to rules about disconnecting, we reflect on what it means to step back from making efforts to be constantly available and challenge the idea that being always-on is a requirement for being effective. Listen as Samantha opens up about the real tradeoffs behind leadership decisions—including times when she pushed too hard, learned from it, and began relying more intentionally on boundaries and the people around her to keep her grounded.Throughout our conversation, we return to the idea that leadership is shaped just as much by who surrounds us as by anything we accomplish on our own. Mentors, peers, teams, and even family members all play big roles in helping us see ourselves more clearly and adjust when we drift off course. We also discuss the pressure leaders often feel to be everywhere, know everything, and never miss an opportunity and how that mindset can quietly pull life out of alignment. We hope that you enjoy our insightful conversation with Samantha Beeler! Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Samantha:Samantha Beeler, President of The League of Credit Unions & Affiliatesthe-league.coop Samantha: LinkedInThe League of Credit Unions & Affiliates: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X | YouTubeSubscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book ListShow notes from this episode:Sponsor: TrellanceShout-out: Jilly's son CrosbyShout-out: Paul MercerShout-out: Troy StangShout-out: Samantha's fatherShout-out: Montana Credit UnionShout-out: Samantha's husbandShout-out: Samantha's kidsShout-out: Samantha's board member ChrisShout-out: GACPlace mentioned: AlabamaPlace mentioned: GeorgiaPlace mentioned: Hartford, CTPlace mentioned: Las Vegas, NVShout-out: Alyssa HorwitzShout-out: HumanideiShout-out: Adam GrantPrevious guests mentioned in this episode: Samantha Beeler (#196); Caroline Willard (#20, #147, & #221); Patty Corkery (#112 & #213); Tracie Kenyon (#12, CUInsight Network episode #64, & #209); Robbie Young (#193 & CUInsight Network episode); & Greg Michlig (#156)In This Episode:[2:32] - Samantha touches upon what living well means to her at this stage of her life.[5:48] - Jilly points out that meaningful change develops gradually via habits that improve presence and reduce work attachment.[7:29] - Samantha argues that mentors and lived experiences help shape leadership growth more than titles or roles do.[10:12] - Hear how past imbalance taught Samantha that success requires boundaries, rest, and sustainable work habits.[13:00] - Samantha points out how modern work culture normalizes unsustainable pace, prompting her to question its necessity.[16:07] - External accountability helps Samantha recognize when she is overworking and maintain healthier boundaries.[19:38] - Samantha believes that leadership requires creating space for others.[22:01] - Jilly and Randy talk about how frequent conferences shape credit union culture, sometimes limiting time for meaningful local collaboration.[23:38] - Jilly points out how reframing leadership as creating opportunities for others helps transform FOMO into more purposeful delegation.[25:26] - Hear how life is seasonal integration rather than a fragile balance, and stepping back rarely causes disaster.[28:36] - Samantha agrees that viewing life in seasons can reveal shifting priorities where being present is more important than constant work urgency.[31:01] - Jilly and Samantha agree upon the importance of radical transparency.[33:53] - Team support helps Samantha protect boundaries and reminds her that leadership is a long-term commitment.[36:05] - Samantha asserts that authentic leadership requires vulnerability, shared leadership, and leaders who help develop other leaders.[37:26] - Jilly and Samantha discuss how emerging leaders show strong potentSend us Fan Mail
St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith turned himself in after an arrest warrant was issued after an incident at a Madisonville restaurant. We break down what we know with Loyola law professor Dane Ciolino.
* St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith turned himself in after an arrest warrant was issued after an incident at a Madisonville restaurant. We'll break down what we know * We'll go live to Kiev, Ukraine and talk to Konstantin Sonin, a Russian economist and professor of public policy with the University of Chicago, about what he's seeing of the war firsthand.
* What we know about St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith's arrest * How to keep your pets safe from the flea invasion this summer * Summer is the time to experience the culinary riches of NOLA restaurants * Jefferson Parish libraries have a ton to do for kids AND adults this summer * How the National World War II Museum is commemorating the 82nd anniversary of D-Day * Louisiana banned cell phones in public schools two years ago, and more states have been banning cell phones since then. How much do they help?
In hour two, Scoot breaks down the Randy Smith news and what's to come next for the disgraced St Tammany Parish Sherriff. He also gets into why public officials need to handle constructive criticism and the consequences of social media, as illustrated in this case. Plus, we meet our new producer Mario Jerez, Spanish radio voice of the Saints.
In Hour 3, Scoot responds to some texts and continues the dialogue around a dangerously sugary drink that is being pushed. He also breaks down the latest in the Randy Smith case, debates if the upcoming UFC fight on the white house lawn is ethical, and more!
In Hour 1, Scoot discusses Trump Derangement Syndrome and how prevalent it is two years into his presidency. He also talks about an unorthodox policy around break tags in the state of Louisiana. Plus, he discusses the news of St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith turning himself into police. In hour two, Scoot breaks down the Randy Smith news and what's to come next for the disgraced St Tammany Parish Sherriff. He also gets into why public officials need to handle constructive criticism and the consequences of social media, as illustrated in this case. Plus, we meet our new producer Mario Jerez, Spanish radio voice of the Saints. In Hour 3, Scoot responds to some texts and continues the dialogue around a dangerously sugary drink that is being pushed. He also breaks down the latest in the Randy Smith case, debates if the upcoming UFC fight on the white house lawn is ethical, and more!
“Our values are also meant to be adjectives.” – Brent RempeWelcome to episode 234 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Trellance. Trellance is a leading technology partner for credit unions, delivering innovative technology solutions to help credit unions achieve more. With a comprehensive suite of analytics, cloud and talent solutions, the Trellance team ensures credit unions increase efficiency, manage risk, and improve member experience. Learn more here!In this new 2026 season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.This week on the podcast, we are happy to welcome back Brent W. Rempe, President and CEO of First Alliance Credit Union. He joins us to discuss the importance of having and modeling values as a leader. Together, we talk about how values are often easy to name but much harder to put into operation, especially when leaders are faced with difficult decisions such as having to have accountability conversations, enact organizational change, and/or balance mission with financial realities.Listen in as Brent shares how his own values were shaped through early life experiences, Catholic social teaching, and years in the credit union movement, and how those influences continue to guide his leadership today as something that must be actively put into practice rather than just documented and/or stated. We also reflect on how values show up in real organizational work—how they are tested in moments of conflict, how they can be clarified via simple grounding questions, and how important it is to separate technical mistakes from deeper values misalignment.Throughout our conversation, we also challenge the idea that values belong solely on a wall or in a strategic plan and instead explore how they become real via consistent behavior, honest reflection, and accountability at every level of leadership—with Brent also walking us through how First Alliance redefined its mission, vision, and values via a collaborative, employee-driven process.Later, we talk about the very real tension between mission and margin, the importance of keeping things simple enough to remember, and why service must be more than a slogan if it's going to be at all meaningful. By the end of our conversation, we land on a shared truth: values are not what an organization claims but are what it does when no one is watching and when decisions get hard. Enjoy our conversation with Brent Rempe! Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Brent:Brent W. Rempe, C.E.O. & President of First Alliance Credit Unionfirstalliancecu.com Brent: LinkedInFirst Alliance Credit Union: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTokSubscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book ListShow notes from this episode:Sponsor: TrellanceTV series mentioned: The Lion GuardArticle mentioned: Harvard Business Review - “Building Your Company's Vision”Book mentioned: Good to Great by Jim CollinsShout-out: Jerry I. PorrasShout-out: Sam PlesterShout-out: Mission Brands ConsultingShout-out: Kristina KovacevicShout-out: Callahan & AssociatesBook mentioned: CEO Excellence by Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller, & Vikram MalhotraShout-out: McKinsey & CompanyShout-out: WEOKIE Federal Credit UnionBook mentioned: Callahan's Strategic Growth Framework by Jon JeffreysPrevious guests mentioned in this episode: Brent Rempe (#182); Oscar Porras (#23 & CUInsight Network episode)In This Episode:[2:30] - Brent reflects on how his values have been shaped by his mother's servant leadership, resilience, and community commitment.[4:32] - Formative experiences in Catholic social teaching and cooperative principles also guide how Brent applies his values as C.E.O.[6:46] - Brent believes that difficult offboarding decisions require balancing values and accountability despite personal emotional strain.[8:07] - Hear how, when challenges arise, Brent focuses on collective outcomes and addressing problems directly.[9:32] - Jill argues that alignment creates clarity, peace, and better self-awareness.[12:57] - Brent asserts that leadership is action demonstrated via accountability, humility, and choosing others' interests over your own.[16:28] - Jill argues that values only count when actually put into action and not just on paper.[18:16] - Collaborative, staff-driven renewal of values strengthens alignment with purpose and direction.[21:16] - Simple, employee-created values can build ownership, alignment, and stronger organizational performance.[23:25] - Hear how having too many values can actually do more harm than good.[25:07] - Brent agrees and adds that values must be few, memorable, and clearly structured so that employees can consistently recall and apply them.[27:04] - Brent treats people with grace and multiple chances but also has to make hard decisions when growth stops.[31:04] - It's important for community service to prioritize underserved members and not just meet basic expectations or performance metrics.[34:52] - Hear how Brent has aligned leadership evaluation with mission-driven excellence.[37:56] - Discover how Jill models consistency.[40:01] - Brent regards C.E.O. leadership as constantly reinforcing values while encouraging progress and connection and avoiding complacency.[41:47] - Brent and Jill believe that authenticity, consistency, and passion are components of great leadership.[42:19] - Brent reveals that routinely spending time with his son helps him stay grounded.Send us Fan Mail
https://www.randismithwrites.com/SUBSCRIBE HERE FOR GIVEAWAY: https://bookfairepod.riverside.com/In this week's interview with Randi Smith the conversation covers the themes of book banning and censorship, as well as the experience of writing for young readers. It delves into the plot of Ada Holloway's Had Enough, the review process and book bans, Ada's missteps and flaws, the support for Ada and the book club, the role of public libraries, the development process of the novel, the role of publishing programs, and Randy Smith's perspective as a writer.TakeawaysBook banning and censorshipWriting for young readersChapters00:00 Introduction and Interview with Randy Smith06:10 Ada's Missteps and Flaws11:20 The Role of Public Libraries19:34 The Role of Publishing Programs
https://www.randismithwrites.com/SUBSCRIBE HERE FOR GIVEAWAY: https://bookfairepod.riverside.com/In this week's interview with Randi Smith the conversation covers the themes of book banning and censorship, as well as the experience of writing for young readers. It delves into the plot of Ada Holloway's Had Enough, the review process and book bans, Ada's missteps and flaws, the support for Ada and the book club, the role of public libraries, the development process of the novel, the role of publishing programs, and Randy Smith's perspective as a writer.TakeawaysBook banning and censorshipWriting for young readersChapters00:00 Introduction and Interview with Randy Smith06:10 Ada's Missteps and Flaws11:20 The Role of Public Libraries19:34 The Role of Publishing Programs
“Investment in people is literally a business strategy. We win when our people win.” – Faye NabhaniWelcome to episode 233 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jilly Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Trellance. Trellance is a leading technology partner for credit unions, delivering innovative technology solutions to help credit unions achieve more. With a comprehensive suite of analytics, cloud and talent solutions, the Trellance team ensures credit unions increase efficiency, manage risk, and improve member experience. Learn more here!In this new 2026 season, Jilly and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.This week on the podcast, we return to a simple but far too often overlooked truth: leadership is not about staying in the spotlight but is rather about building space so that other people can step forward and shine. We explore how legacy isn't really what we accomplish alone, but who we help develop along the way, and joining us to help us tackle this discussion is Faye Nabhani, CEO of SAFE Credit Union, whose work is often defined by a culture rooted in trust, growth, and people-first leadership!We talk with Faye about what it actually feels like to develop people in practice, and she shares the joy of watching someone realize that they are capable of more than they believed—those moments when confidence finally clicks because someone took a chance on them! We also discuss the distinction between mentorship and sponsorship, and how powerful it is when someone opens doors for you before you even know you're ready to walk through them.Faye reflects on opportunities that place leaders into unfamiliar, high-responsibility roles and how those experiences can truly help reshape confidence and capability. We also talk about how to recognize emerging leaders without trying to force development.Listen in as we also explore what it means when the people in whom you invest eventually move on and how strong leadership cultures create alumni who carry that experience forward and reflect it back into the world! We open up about the shift into senior leadership: learning to let go of control, focus on fewer priorities, and accept that authority doesn't translate into day-to-day execution, and Faye shares how unlearning the urge to do everything has been just as important as learning how to lead.We finally close on what it feels like to see someone you've supported succeed and offer up the reminder that helping others shine often means stepping back just enough to let them. Enjoy our conversation with Faye Nabhani!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Faye:Faye Nabhani, CEO & President of SAFE Credit Unionsafecu.org Faye: LinkedInSAFE Credit Union: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTokSend us Fan Mail
“You have to lead through your people.” – Ken Cahoon Welcome to episode 232 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jilly Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Trellance. Trellance is a leading technology partner for credit unions, delivering innovative technology solutions to help credit unions achieve more. With a comprehensive suite of analytics, cloud and talent solutions, the Trellance team ensures credit unions increase efficiency, manage risk, and improve member experience. Learn more here!In this new 2026 season, Jilly and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.Listen in as we talk all about having a daily rhythm with Kenyahda Cahoon, CEO of Signal Financial Federal Credit Union. We reflect on how our own days are structured around intention rather than reaction, from early morning routines and workouts to time specifically set aside for coaching, strategy, and reflection, and we talk about how those choices shape the way we show up for our teams. Ken walks us through how his week at Signal Financial is carefully crafted, with Mondays centered on one-on-ones with his team (which is non-negotiable for him), midweek focused on execution and external relationships, and Fridays reserved for stepping back into visionary thinking and reviewing the week with a “watch the tape” mindset.We also openly discuss what tends to pull leaders out of rhythm in the first place—getting buried in emails, mistaking busyness for impact, or slipping into the comfort of doing work that feels more immediately gratifying. All three of us challenge that instinct and explore what it looks like to consistently operate at your highest value instead of defaulting to what feels urgent or familiar. Ken shares how he had to reset his approach when moving into a new organization, learning to protect time for strategy and leadership rather than letting the calendar run the show.Throughout our conversation, we ultimately land on the fact that leadership rhythm is not something that you perfect once and keep forever. It's something you constantly notice, adjust, and recommit to by getting clear on your role, protecting the work only you can do, and staying honest about what's moving the organization forward. We hope that you enjoy our conversation with Ken Cahoon!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Ken:Kenyahda Cahoon, CEO of Signal Financial Federal Credit Unionsignalfinancialfcu.org Ken: LinkedInSignal Financial Federal Credit Union: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTokSponsor: TrellanceSend us Fan Mail
“Our primary avenue of communication is creating moments.” – Liz Ponder Welcome to episode 231 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Trellance Cooperative Holdings, Inc. Trellance is the parent company behind some of the most trusted credit union tech providers, such as Rise Analytics, ProBridge and Optiri. By providing tech to credit unions and investing in new solutions, Trellance aims to create growth opportunities for the entire industry and to empower credit unions to embrace innovative new technology. Learn more at Trellance.comIn this new 2026 season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.This week on the show, we welcome Liz Ponder, CEO of SRP Federal Credit Union. Liz is here to help us explore a concept which we firmly believe that every leader needs: a personal leadership compass. Listen in as Liz walks us through how she's defined her own guiding principles and how those values shape the way she leads. She highlights why things like clarity, purpose, and empathy are not just meaningless buzzwords but tools to help her team understand their roles, see the impact of their work, and feel truly connected to the credit union's mission.We dig into how leadership isn't about moving fast or accumulating accolades but is about bringing people along, with Liz reflecting on how her listening skills, shaped early by her mother's hearing impairment, helped her evolve into a leader who communicates intentionality and empathetically. We also get into how Liz works to intentionally build psychological safety, encouraging her team to speak up and share ideas without consequence. She also fosters a culture where transparency and collaboration drive real impact, not just numbers on a report.We also talk about the powerful role of language, mentorship, and modeling values in leadership, with Liz reflecting on lessons learned from her early career and how she has empowered others to find their voice. She also advises on how to guide people toward roles that align with their strengths and purpose and stresses the fact that leadership is ultimately not about a title. Liz firmly believes that anyone can lead from the position that they are in, even if it's a more junior position.Toward the end of the episode, we get a little more personal as we hear more about how Liz's childhood shaped her leadership style, and she shares her next steps for the future, including an ambitious program to build up the next generation of female leaders!Liz truly blends humility with vision, staying grounded while building an organization that thrives because people feel valued, heard, and empowered. This episode is packed with practical insights and stories from the front lines of leadership and it's truly one you are going to love!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Liz:Liz Ponder, CEO of SRP Federal Credit Unionsrpfcu.org SRP Federal Credit Union: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Send us Fan Mail
This episode features the owners of the current PKC World Coonhound Champion Willy's Little Ann. Fresh off her latest in an amazing string of major wins including the UKC World Championship and the Tournament of Champions, Little Ann is writing a chapter in the coonhound record book that may never be duplicated. In this episode John Strickland, Ashley Oxendine and Randy Smith, three of the four partners that own the reining world champion in two major registries, join Steve to tell Ann's story to our listeners. Partnerships in the dog world are rarely successful and often are more of a business deal than a friendship. Not so with these guys. Each tells their personal versions of Ann's story and illustrates that partners can be successful and have a close personal relationship at the same time. These guys care about their hound and they care each about the other and it shows. This is a don't miss listen and easily makes the list of best efforts by the Gone To The Dogs Podcasts to date. See if you don't agree. We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This episode features the owners of the current PKC World Coonhound Champion Willy's Little Ann. Fresh off her latest in an amazing string of major wins including the UKC World Championship and the Tournament of Champions, Little Ann is writing a chapter in the coonhound record book that may never be duplicated. In this episode John Strickland, Ashley Oxendine and Randy Smith, three of the four partners that own the reining world champion in two major registries, join Steve to tell Ann's story to our listeners. Partnerships in the dog world are rarely successful and often are more of a business deal than a friendship. Not so with these guys. Each tells their personal versions of Ann's story and illustrates that partners can be successful and have a close personal relationship at the same time. These guys care about their hound and they care each about the other and it shows. This is a don't miss listen and easily makes the list of best efforts by the Gone To The Dogs Podcasts to date. See if you don't agree. We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This episode features the owners of the current PKC World Coonhound Champion Willy's Little Ann. Fresh off her latest in an amazing string of major wins including the UKC World Championship and the Tournament of Champions, Little Ann is writing a chapter in the coonhound record book that may never be duplicated. In this episode John Strickland, Ashley Oxendine and Randy Smith, three of the four partners that own the reining world champion in two major registries, join Steve to tell Ann's story to our listeners. Partnerships in the dog world are rarely successful and often are more of a business deal than a friendship. Not so with these guys. Each tells their personal versions of Ann's story and illustrates that partners can be successful and have a close personal relationship at the same time. These guys care about their hound and they care each about the other and it shows. This is a don't miss listen and easily makes the list of best efforts by the Gone To The Dogs Podcasts to date. See if you don't agree. We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. www.dusupply.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts
“Getting it right means getting the right people, balance, structure, and authority—and everyone loving what they're doing.” – Mark ZookWelcome to episode 230 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jilly Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Alacriti, a leading payments fintech helping credit unions modernize money movement. Alacriti enables real-time money movement experiences for loan payments, A2A transfers, digital disbursements, and bill pay. Through a single cloud-native platform that connects to RTP, FedNow, Fedwire, ACH, Visa Direct, and Zelle, credit unions can progressively modernize without overhauling legacy systems. Learn more at alacriti.com!In this new 2026 season, Jilly and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.Join us for this episode as we welcome Mark Zook, President and CEO of Maps Credit Union. He joins us to discuss something that many leaders experience but rarely say out loud: the fact that real growth often begins after you become the CEO. Mark stepped into the CEO role internally and has continued to evolve as a leader via years of work both inside his organization and across the credit union movement!Listen in as Mark shares what it was like moving into the CEO seat after seventeen years at Maps, believing himself to be prepared only to quickly realize how wrong that he had been. His first months in the role happened during the chaos of the Great Recession, which forced him and his newly assembled executive team to come together quickly, make difficult decisions, and build resilience in real time—all early challenges which shaped how he approaches leadership today!We also spend some time talking about one of the biggest transitions leaders face: shifting from being the person who gets things done to the person who empowers others to do the work. Mark reflects on how his “builder” mindset had to evolve once he became CEO. Instead of being the one executing, he instead had to learn how to listen, support, and guide the people around him.Throughout our conversation, we also touch upon the role that mentors play in leadership growth, with Mark reflecting on the major influence that former Maps CEO Dan Penn had on him, having pushed him into opportunities long before he felt ready. That spirit of curiosity and experimentation has shaped a lot of Maps' culture—from launching organizations that benefit the industry and even to entering newly emerging areas such as cannabis banking. We also talk about the value of iteration in leadership and how ideas rarely start fully formed. Hear how many of the initiatives that began as small experiments at Maps have grown into major organizations serving credit unions nationwide.Along the way, Mark shares lessons about risk, resilience, and the importance of building strong teams. If you have ever wondered what leadership growth looks like after the promotion, our conversation with Mark Zook offers an honest and thoughtful perspective!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Mark:Mark Zook, President/CEO of Maps Credit UnionSend us Fan Mail
“Creating space isn't accidental, but an actual decision that must be made every day.” - Jilly NowackiWelcome to episode 229 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jilly Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Alacriti, a leading payments fintech helping credit unions modernize money movement. Alacriti enables real-time money movement experiences for loan payments, A2A transfers, digital disbursements, and bill pay. Through a single cloud-native platform that connects to RTP, FedNow, Fedwire, ACH, Visa Direct, and Zelle, credit unions can progressively modernize without overhauling legacy systems. Learn more at alacriti.com!In this new 2026 season, Jilly and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.Join us for this episode as we discuss something that is seemingly simple but surprisingly difficult for leaders to do: creating space—space for the work that actually matters, space for the people who matter most, and space to think without your calendar screaming at you! Between emails, notifications, and endless meetings, it's so easy to let the urgent take control over what's truly important, and we're sharing how we intentionally carve out the time, energy, and focus to prevent that from happening.Tune in as we discuss why leadership isn't just about doing more but is also about choosing what to give your attention to. Jilly shares why protecting your energy matters just as much as protecting your time, and we explore how easy it is to let the squeaky wheel hijack your focus. We talk about strategies like the urgent-important matrix and service level agreements, but also the subtler art of saying “no” without feeling guilty. Learning to resist comparison and focusing on your organization's mission instead of someone else's success can make a bigger difference than people realize.We also talk about the seasons of life and work, and how priorities shift over time. We reflect on moving from constant networking to more meaningful conversations, and we share how integrating personal and professional life helps with alignment and with what matters most! We also both share how we try to honor our natural rhythms, protect uninterrupted time for reflection, and avoid letting the “urgent” distract from the work that has the most impact.By the end of this episode, expect to hear how intentional space—not just busy schedules or productivity hacks—creates clarity, energy, and better decisions! We are sharing honest experiences, practical habits, and a few birthday weekend laughs along the way! Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book ListSend a text
The Bulletproof Dental Podcast Episode 427 HOSTS: Dr. Peter Boulden and Dr. Craig Spodak GUEST: Randy Smith DESCRIPTION In this episode, Craig, Peter and Randy Smith discuss the fundamentals of real estate investing, the importance of financial literacy for dentists, and strategies to build wealth through passive income and smart investments. Randy shares insights on leveraging real estate, tax advantages, and avoiding common pitfalls. TAKEAWAYS The importance of asset allocation in wealth building How to leverage real estate for passive income Tax advantages of real estate investments The power of compound growth and debt paydown CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Randy Smith and Real Estate Insights 05:47 Understanding Real Estate Investments 12:03 The Role of Taxes in Wealth Building 17:09 The Power of Financial Education 22:40 The Emotional Aspect of Money 52:47 Outro REFERENCES Bulletproof Summit Bulletproof Mastermind Warrior Sailing
“As women, we have a lot of work to do—and that work is something we have to continue to be impatient about.” – Tansley StearnsWelcome to episode 228 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jilly Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Alacriti, a leading payments fintech helping credit unions modernize money movement. Alacriti enables real-time money movement experiences for loan payments, A2A transfers, digital disbursements, and bill pay. Through a single cloud-native platform that connects to RTP, FedNow, Fedwire, ACH, Visa Direct, and Zelle, credit unions can progressively modernize without overhauling legacy systems. Learn more at alacriti.com!In this new 2026 season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.Join us for this episode as we welcome Tansley Stearns back to the show. Tansley is the President & CEO of orsa credit union, and she helps challenge us to think about leadership from the inside out, sharing a candid conversation about what it actually takes to become the kind of leader you're proud to be, not just the one who looks impressive on paper.We talk with Tansley about a defining moment during COVID that reshaped how she thinks about people, trust, and growth and how, from that experience, came her powerful framework of “cushions and wings,” or the idea that leaders must first create safety, care, and trust before asking people to stretch, innovate, and take risks. Without the cushion, the wings can do real harm. That idea really sets the tone for our discussion on authenticity, emotional honesty, and the responsibility that leaders carry when people are watching everything that they do.Tansley shares what it's meant for her life and journey as a leader to let go of people-pleasing, borrowed identities, and the masks she once wore to fit into rooms that didn't always feel like home. We explore how embracing who she truly is—laughter, emotions, bold dreams, and all—has made her a more effective and trusted leader, and she also opens up about her uncompromising standards: no “brilliant jerks,” no behavior that harms people, and no shrinking herself to make others feel more comfortable.We also reflect on the mentors who have shaped us, the feedback that changed us, and the responsibility that we now have to show up for the next generation of leaders. We talk about values, joy, growth, and why leadership is ultimately about people, not metrics. This episode is for anyone who's questioning who they're becoming at work, who feels the weight of trying to belong, or who wants to lead with courage, care, and clarity, with Tansley reminding us that authenticity isn't a destination but a practice! Enjoy our conversation with Tansley Stearns!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Tansley:Tansley Stearns, President & CEO of orsa credit unionorsacu.org Tansley: LinkedInorsa credit union: LinkedIn | Facebook | Send a text
Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we comment on ten years of doing this podcast. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Note: we recorded our first podcast on Feb 26th, 2016. This episode reflects that date. At the time, we actually banked a few episodes, and decided to hold off a week to do that. We never banked an episode again :) Issues covered: ten years of podcasting, counting series and games, what kind of gamer are you?, balance in all things, the types of games Brett went deep on, games that exemplify Tim's games, first-person shooters and third-person action adventure, earliest games we played, latest game we played, surprise moments, the butter knife returns, knucklehead stealth, crazy world-altering moments, singing reviews, our longest series, how many interviews, the backstory of Daedalus, cultural sensibility, a grotty fish stew, staying under the radar, cramming features in at the end, pitching vs shipping, how many community episodes we've had, having a community game server, the charity event, getting to understand streaming, praying at the shrine of humility, more than 500 hours of podcasts, keys that aren't keys, the team makes the game, tell them less so they can discover more, the importance of constraints, mortality, letting the player choose, how long are we going to keep this up, knowing when to end, a little thanks each way, fueling us. Games, people, and influences mentioned or discussed: June, Infinite Backlog, The Evil Within, Resident Evil, Trespasser, Ultima (series), Souls-likes, Bloodborne, MYST (series), Obduction, Cyan, Eye of the Beholder, Might and Magic (series), Kaeon, Kingdom Hearts, Arkham Asylum (series), Halo (series), Shadow of the Colossus, Legend of Zelda (series), Portal, Deus Ex, Thief, Dishonored, Prey, Colossal Cave Adventure, Adventure, Rogue, Fez, Dwarf Fortress, Plundered Hearts, Final Fantasy Tactics, Apocalypse Now, Shenmue, Deadly Premonition, Morrowind, Hitman (series), Clint Hocking, Splinter Cell, Spelunky, Fez, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Metal Gear Solid, Calamity Nolan, Final Fantasy (series), Sebastian Deken, Lani Lum, SW: Republic Commando, Tim Schafer, Dave Grossman, Tim Cain, Leonard Boyarsky, Randy Smith, Greg LoPiccolo, Sean Vesce, Zack Norman, Janos Flosser, Sam Lake, Ken Levine, Borut Pfifer, Julian Gollop, Fallout, X-COM: Enemy Unknown, Star Wars: Starfighter, Andrew Kirmse, Daron Stinnett, Darren Johnson, Reed Knight, Kim Swift, BioStats, Minecraft, LostLake, Mors, mysterydip, Defeating Games for Charity, Video Game History Foundation, Eternal Darkness, Shigeru Miyamoto, Brad Furminger, Marcus Aurelius, "Jenny," Kirk Hamilton, Aaron Evers, Mark Garcia. TTDS: 11:15 Next time: TBA! Twitch: timlongojr and twinsunscorp YouTube Discord DevGameClub@gmail.com
Eric Miller sits down with Dr. Randy Smith, senior pastor of Neighborhood Church in Sebring, Florida, founder of Great Commission Bible Institute, and director of the Christian Travel Studies Program, for a candid conversation on the Middle East, the church, and how pastors can lead with clarity in a confusing cultural moment. Randy helps cut through oversimplified narratives and algorithm-driven opinions, offering a framework for understanding the layers behind modern conflicts while keeping the main thing the main thing: starting with God's Word, not cable news. He challenges pastors to resist stereotypes, avoid partisan traps, and step into hard conversations with humility, compassion, and biblical conviction, like a referee bringing principles to both sides. The episode closes with practical direction and real hope. Randy shares how to think biblically, pray faithfully, give strategically, and engage wisely without over-spiritualizing or over-politicizing. He also highlights what is encouraging him right now as he sees Scripture, spiritual hunger, and gospel opportunities unfolding in real time. Learn more about STUDY TRIP. Check out www.buildmomentum.org to learn more about our organization and how we seek to partner with local churches in order to equip today's young Christian leaders for tomorrow's opportunities. Another great way to discover who we are? Check out THIS PODCAST
Randy Smith and Steve Fielder join Chris for this episode of the Houndsman XP Podcast to discuss their life long journey and pursuit of excellence in hunting and the outdoor lifestyle.Steve committed nearly his entire adult life to the promotion of hounds. Steve worked at three registries where he developed programs that are still in place today. Steve, as he closes in on his 80th Birthday, talk about his lifelong passion and reveals what is like to be facing the end of that journey.Randy has won multiple coonhound world championships, built and operated a successful business, been a highly successful trapper and fisherman. Anybody that knows Randy knows he is extremely driven in everything he does. Randy talks about the value he has found in hosting Steve over the years at his home in Pennsylvania. ►Get Your Houndsman XP Info, Gear & More Here!www.HoundsmanXP.com►Become a Patron of Houndsman XP! Check out our Tailgate Talks.|
“Don't lose that zeal and passion, but don't trade on the cheapest human emotions—fear and contempt.” – Scott SimpsonWelcome to episode 227 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jilly Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Alacriti, a leading payments fintech helping credit unions modernize money movement. Alacriti enables real-time money movement experiences for loan payments, A2A transfers, digital disbursements, and bill pay. Through a single cloud-native platform that connects to RTP, FedNow, Fedwire, ACH, Visa Direct, and Zelle, credit unions can progressively modernize without overhauling legacy systems. Learn more at alacriti.com!In this new 2026 season, Jilly and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.For this episode, we are joined by Scott Simpson, President/CEO of America's Credit Unions. Listen in this episode as we step away from job titles and LinkedIn headlines to talk about the moments that shape a career—the quiet hinge points, the unexpected invitations, and the decisions that feel terrifying in real time but obvious in hindsight. We talk with Scott about the “green light” moments that changed everything: being pulled into politics by a friend, stepping into the middle of a high-stakes bank–credit union fight, and then finally receiving one of the most surprising career taps imaginable—being told to apply for a CEO role he never expected to be offered! What followed wasn't just a promotion but a defining lesson in humility, courage, and emotional discipline.One of the most powerful parts of our conversation with Scott is the story that he shares about the leader he unintentionally jumped over and the grace that man showed in response. That choice, Scott tells us, didn't just transform a working relationship; it reshaped his entire career, and we reflect on what it means to name the elephant in the room, ask “Are we okay?” after hard decisions, and lead from empathy rather than ego.Scott also opens up about balancing youthful confidence with seasoned wisdom, resisting the pull toward fear or contempt, and learning to keep “motoring” even when the road ahead feels unclear. From Utah to California to Washington, D.C., his journey shows how small rooms and overlooked moments can ripple across an entire industry, so, for anyone feeling impatient, stuck, or hungry for what's next, this episode offers something more meaningful than a career checklist. It's a reminder that growth doesn't come from chasing status but rather from executing where you stand, lifting your part of the piano, and trusting that the road will bend when it's time! Enjoy our conversation with Scott Simpson!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyConnect with James:Scott Simpson, President/CEO of America's Credit Unionsamericascreditunions.orgScott: LinSend a text
“When someone joins an organization, you're not just buying into the work; you're buying into the leader too.” - Jilly NowackiWelcome to episode 225 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jilly Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Alacriti, a leading payments fintech helping credit unions modernize money movement. Alacriti enables real-time money movement experiences for loan payments, A2A transfers, digital disbursements, and bill pay. Through a single cloud-native platform that connects to RTP, FedNow, Fedwire, ACH, Visa Direct, and Zelle, credit unions can progressively modernize without overhauling legacy systems. Learn more at alacriti.comIn this new 2026 season, Jilly and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.Following up on the first episode of the new 2026 season, we reflect on what leadership really looks like when you're living it and not just reading about it. Early on for both of us, building something from nothing made every decision very personal. People weren't just joining a company; they were trusting in us and the vision that we brought, and Jilly shares her own experience founding Humanidei and leading leagues, and we both explore the idea that when you hire someone, they're buying into more than just the work; they're buying into you as a leader and the philosophy that you bring. That alignment, we have found, can make all the difference in long-term growth and culture.We talk about the joy and the challenge of watching people grow. From employees stepping into new roles, achieving personal milestones, or moving on to other leadership positions, seeing that impact has been one of the most rewarding parts of our careers, yet it's easy to overlook these moments in the day-to-day hustle, and we explore why it's so important to recognize and nurture those “rock stars” and high-potential performers while gracefully letting go of those who unfortunately are not fully invested.We also dive into the weight of leadership, the balance between people and numbers, and how survival phases can make it especially difficult to hold onto joy. Both of us share personal lessons about the seasons of leadership and how knowing where to contribute at your highest value and building meaningful relationships inside and outside the organization can sustain inspiration over the long haul.By the end of our discussion, we land on one key truth: leadership isn't measured by metrics alone. It's measured by the people whose lives you have touched and the culture that you have fostered. We encourage leaders, whether you're a year into the role or decades in, to pause and ask yourself: who has grown because of your leadership? For us, that reflection is often the most rewarding part - and the part that makes us smile!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book ListSend us a text
“Purpose makes leadership feel worth it.” - Randy SmithWelcome to episode 225 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by Alacriti, a leading payments fintech helping credit unions modernize money movement. Alacriti enables real-time money movement experiences for loan payments, A2A transfers, digital disbursements, and bill pay. Through a single cloud-native platform that connects to RTP, FedNow, Fedwire, ACH, Visa Direct, and Zelle, credit unions can progressively modernize without overhauling legacy systems. Learn more at alacriti.com!In this new 2026 season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.We open this season with a clear intention: leadership that feels meaningful, sustainable, and human, and we are much less focused on fixing what's broken and more on naming what helps leaders feel grounded, energized, and aligned with why they do the work in the first place.Purpose is ultimately the throughline, and Jill shares why it continues to matter so deeply to her, not just as a concept but as something that directly shapes well-being, motivation, and joy at work. From leadership teams to individuals feeling stuck, burned out, or in transition, she reflects on how a lack of purpose shows up in mental health, engagement, and fulfillment, with the question not being just how leaders define purpose for themselves but also how they help their teams understand the value of what they contribute every day.We also add another lens: purpose as the difference between motion and direction; running fast doesn't help if you're headed the wrong way. Together, we explore what it looks like to slow down just enough to make sure that the work is worth doing—especially after years marked by urgency, disruption, and constant change. Our conversation also touches on what leaders are grappling with right now. While AI and technology continue to evolve, Jill observes a noticeable shift as 2026 begins: less panic, more curiosity, and a renewed focus on staying human-centered while using new tools appropriately.You will also get a preview of what's ahead this season, including conversations about career-defining moments, celebrating wins, building legacy, staying grounded, and finding joy in watching others succeed. Thanks for tuning in, and we hope that you enjoy this first episode of a new season of the show! Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book ListPrevious guest mentioned in this episode: Tracie Kenyon (episodes 12 & 20Send us a text
Sheriff Randy Smith joins Don Dubuc to talk about how the budget cuts will impact the Northshore.
“You have people that listen, then you have people that are waiting to talk.” – Fred Robinson Welcome to episode 224 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by The Sheeter Group - a leading executive benefits firm that meets your retention and succession needs. This includes non-qualified benefit plans, short and long-term incentive plans, compensation studies, scorecard design, performance evaluation, and more. Learn more at sheetergroup.com.In this season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.For this season finale, we welcome Fred Robinson, President/CEO at Tennessee Credit Union League. Fred has spent 42 years in the credit union business, and so many of his stories return to the simple idea that people remember people, not titles, not logos, and not institutions. Fred traces it through the mentors who shaped him, reminding us why it matters now more than it ever has.We dig into the real substance behind connection—the lived version built via trust, consistency, and showing up long enough for people to recognize that you actually mean what you say. Fred discusses the leaders who taught him that this work can become a calling and that your reputation can be shaped via one conversation, one promise kept, and one honest phone call at a time. He also shares the advice he gives younger professionals today, reminding us that growth isn't always about chasing the next big thing but is sometimes about sticking with the work long enough to develop roots.Jill also brings in her perspective on our industry and how moving on isn't the problem but that torching relationships on the way out definitely is. We share stories about how those long-term bonds are important even decades later and why someone new to the movement might feel overwhelmed walking into a room where everyone seems to know everyone. Fred makes a strong case that it's our responsibility to bring newcomers in and show them connection.We also get into how connection works in a world that's both very digital and still deeply human. We discuss why a phone call can have a bigger impact than an email, why physical presence still matters, and how meeting people at their own comfort level (whether that be face-to-face or via a screen) keeps relationships real and grounded. Enjoy our conversation with Fred Robinson!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyConnect with Fred:Fred Robinson, President/CEO at Tennessee Credit Union Leagueyourleague.orgFred: LinkedInTennessee Credit Union League: LinkedIn |
2025-11-23-0830 Dr. Randall Smith is the guest speaker this morning, November 23, 2025, in the 8:30 am service. Scripture: Exodus 33, Exodus 34 Notes: -Dr. Smith describes how to have an intimate relationship with a patient, powerful -Companion who never leaves us, -Through a sense of humility, a development of trust, and a deep hunger to know God more, -We can understand thew hopes and guidance He provides.
2025-11-23-1030 Dr. Randall Smith is the guest speaker this morning, November 23, 2025, in the 10:30 am service. Scripture: Exodus 33, Exodus 34 Notes: -Dr. Smith describes how to have an intimate relationship with a patient, powerful -Companion who never leaves us, -Through a sense of humility, a development of trust, and a deep hunger to know God more, -We can understand the hopes and guidance He provides.
“Leaders who intentionally practice gratitude create strong cultures, deeper connections, and more resilient teams.” – Randy SmithWelcome to episode 223 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by The Sheeter Group - a leading executive benefits firm that meets your retention and succession needs. This includes non-qualified benefit plans, short and long-term incentive plans, compensation studies, scorecard design, performance evaluation, and more. Learn more at sheetergroup.com.In this season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.For this episode, we are discussing the power of gratitude. Gratitude is a powerful leadership strategy that can have a huge impact on company culture, employee engagement, and team resilience, and we explore why gratitude matters so much for leaders as well as how to effectively foster it.Gratitude tends to fuel positive culture, strengthen relationships, and encourage people to bring their best selves to work. When challenges come up, gratitude helps teams bounce back better by making people feel seen, valued, and appreciated for their contributions, and it also builds trust and a sense of meaning, showing employees that they are not just "cogs in the wheel" but part of something more important.Expressing gratitude should be tied to specific impacts and outcomes, not just broad acknowledgments, and we caution against waiting for big events or milestones to show appreciation. We talk about some of the common barriers that prevent leaders from practicing gratitude more consistently, such as feeling like you are too busy or feeling worried that it will make the team complacent. We recommend building gratitude into daily routines and rituals such as starting meetings with a round of appreciation or having a weekly "gratitude moment" on team chats!We share some personal stories of how gratitude has shaped our own leadership journeys, helping us stay grounded and focused on what really matters in the end. Leaders at the top may receive less day-to-day gratitude, making it even more important for them to model the behavior. Gratitude is a simple but profound leadership practice. When used intentionally, it can transform company culture, deepen connections, and empower teams to achieve truly remarkable things together! We hope that you enjoy our conversation!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book List
In this episode Steve is live at Lone Pine Treeing Walker Kennels in Kittanning, Pennsylvania with owner Randy Smith. The episode takes place midway through a seven-day and night hound-hunting adventure that has become an annual affair for Fielder and Smith.The friends discuss the previous three nights of coon hunting and the accompanying afternoons running Smith's beagles on Pennsylvania cottontails. True to Smith's preferences in coonhounds, each of Smith's rabbit runners is a female.The episode runs the gamut of subjects from play by plays of the week's hunts, current hounds in the Lone Pine stable, recent and planned breedings and plans for the future in competition. Smith is always a good listen as he cordially reveals the inner comings and goings of the nation's most successful breeding kennel in the coonhound sport. This is hound talk at its finest. Enjoy,We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. www.dusupply.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode Steve is live at Lone Pine Treeing Walker Kennels in Kittanning, Pennsylvania with owner Randy Smith. The episode takes place midway through a seven-day and night hound-hunting adventure that has become an annual affair for Fielder and Smith. The friends discuss the previous three nights of coon hunting and the accompanying afternoons running Smith's beagles on Pennsylvania cottontails. True to Smith's preferences in coonhounds, each of Smith's rabbit runners is a female. The episode runs the gamut of subjects from play by plays of the week's hunts, current hounds in the Lone Pine stable, recent and planned breedings and plans for the future in competition. Smith is always a good listen as he cordially reveals the inner comings and goings of the nation's most successful breeding kennel in the coonhound sport. This is hound talk at its finest. Enjoy, We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode Steve is live at Lone Pine Treeing Walker Kennels in Kittanning, Pennsylvania with owner Randy Smith. The episode takes place midway through a seven-day and night hound-hunting adventure that has become an annual affair for Fielder and Smith.The friends discuss the previous three nights of coon hunting and the accompanying afternoons running Smith's beagles on Pennsylvania cottontails. True to Smith's preferences in coonhounds, each of Smith's rabbit runners is a female.The episode runs the gamut of subjects from play by plays of the week's hunts, current hounds in the Lone Pine stable, recent and planned breedings and plans for the future in competition. Smith is always a good listen as he cordially reveals the inner comings and goings of the nation's most successful breeding kennel in the coonhound sport. This is hound talk at its finest. Enjoy,We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. www.dusupply.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode Steve is live at Lone Pine Treeing Walker Kennels in Kittanning, Pennsylvania with owner Randy Smith. The episode takes place midway through a seven-day and night hound-hunting adventure that has become an annual affair for Fielder and Smith.The friends discuss the previous three nights of coon hunting and the accompanying afternoons running Smith's beagles on Pennsylvania cottontails. True to Smith's preferences in coonhounds, each of Smith's rabbit runners is a female.The episode runs the gamut of subjects from play by plays of the week's hunts, current hounds in the Lone Pine stable, recent and planned breedings and plans for the future in competition. Smith is always a good listen as he cordially reveals the inner comings and goings of the nation's most successful breeding kennel in the coonhound sport. This is hound talk at its finest. Enjoy, We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. www.dusupply.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts
“Alignment doesn't happen by accident—it's built through clarity.” – Jill NowackiWelcome to episode 222 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by The Sheeter Group - a leading executive benefits firm that meets your retention and succession needs. This includes non-qualified benefit plans, short and long-term incentive plans, compensation studies, scorecard design, performance evaluation, and more. Learn more at sheetergroup.com.In this season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.In this episode, we are talking all about the importance of alignment, the connection between what an organization claims that it values and what it actually does. We discuss how alignment shows up most clearly in leadership and how, when leaders' words and actions are misaligned, it can create confusion, distrust, and a lack of energy on a team.Jill notes that true alignment is when "what we say and what we do match up” and gives examples of how misalignment can manifest in an organization. We examine what can cause leaders and organizations to fall out of alignment in the first place, identifying as a key factor. When leaders get excited about new opportunities, they can move too quickly without bringing the team along. Leaders under distress might also make hasty decisions aimed at pleasing rather than staying true to their values.We also discuss how restoring alignment requires self-reflection—to understand how the misalignment occurred to begin with. Jill highlights the importance of being transparent and admitting mistakes—and recommitting to the organization's core purpose and values. We also stress the importance of defining and reinforcing the "why" behind your organization's goals. We advise leaders to trust their gut when something feels off and to dig deeper to uncover the root cause.Ultimately, our discussion emphasizes the fact that alignment is not something that happens by accident—but is something that requires ongoing effort, self-awareness, and a persistent focus on ensuring that words and actions are in sync at both the individual and organizational level. Enjoy our conversation on alignment!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book List
Whats up everybody and welcome to another episode of the golf guru show, I am your host, Jason Sutton and I am the Guru, I am also the director of instruction at the beautiful Colleton River club in Bluffton, SC where it is my mission to break down high performers in the teaching and coaching business and all fields of study, unpack and tease out what makes them great and successful from daily habits, their continuous growth journey, to how they help and train with their students. Make sure that you download this episode and hit that purple subscribe button so you don't miss out of future episodes that will be coming your way. All I ask is that you share this podcast on social or with your friends and with other coaches and players that might benefit from the information. After listening to the audio, go check out the video on youtube channel as well. My guest on this episode is Johnathan Buchanan. Johnathan is the director of instruction at Dallas CC where he has been for 14 years. He is a superstar coach that is on the Golf Digest best in state list and is on the Golf Magazine best young teachers and on the top 100 watch list. I have followed Johnathans career and have always been impressed by how many top coaches that he has spent time with and taken lessons from Butch Harmon, Jimmy Ballard, Chuck Cook and Randy Smith who coached him when he was trying to play and now mentors him in his coaching and there are many more as the list is long which I hugely admire. Johnathan started his career working for the Legend and my great friend, Jim Mclean. Our conversation dives deep into what he learned from each of these coaches and how he has applied it to his coaching. I applaud his thirst for knowledge and his pursuit to be a continuous learner. So without further delay, Here is my conversation with Johnathan Buchanan. Enjoy I love ya'll Guru Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Failure's mistakes teach us so much more than our successes ever do.” – Caroline WillardWelcome to episode 221 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by The Sheeter Group - a leading executive benefits firm that meets your retention and succession needs. This includes non-qualified benefit plans, short and long-term incentive plans, compensation studies, scorecard design, performance evaluation, and more. Learn more at sheetergroup.com.In this season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.In this episode, we have Caroline Willard returning to the podcast. Caroline is the President and CEO of Cornerstone League, and she joins us for this episode to discuss the importance of embracing curiosity as a leader. Curiosity is an essential leadership trait that pushes us out of familiar thinking and opens new worlds of possibility, but it also goes hand-in-hand with vulnerability, showing that leaders don't have all the answers and are open to and welcoming of new ideas.Curious leaders are constantly learning, reading across diverse genres, and are fascinated by the creative processes of others—whether business leaders or rock stars. However, as we discuss, it does not always come naturally. After all, doing things by rote is easier, and leaders may fear failure.We also talk about the tendency to get comfortable with the status quo, even if new tools or technologies could drive greater efficiency, and we discuss how curiosity requires vulnerability, resilience in the face of challenges and setbacks, and a willingness to pause and reflect to truly understand the root causes behind said challenges.Curiosity is ultimately a choice and a practice and is truly one of the simplest ways for leaders to model openness, adaptability, and creative problem-solving for their teams. By remaining curious, leaders can uncover new possibilities, make better-informed decisions, and lead their teams to greater success! We hope that you enjoy our conversation with Caroline Willard! Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Caroline:Caroline Willard, President & CEO of Cornerstone Leaguecornerstoneleague.coop Caroline: LinkedIn | CUNACornerstone League: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TwitterWant to hear more from Caroline? Click here.
“If you have a fear of failure, you won't launch.” - Brad BergmooserWelcome to episode 220 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by The Sheeter Group - a leading executive benefits firm that meets your retention and succession needs. This includes non-qualified benefit plans, short and long-term incentive plans, compensation studies, scorecard design, performance evaluation, and more. Learn more at sheetergroup.com.In this season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.In this episode, we welcome Brad Bergmooser, CEO of Financial Plus Credit Union in Michigan. He joins us to discuss one of the most important aspects of being an effective leader—adaptability. Adaptability is shown to be crucial not just for leaders, but for entire organizations, and we explore how credit unions need to be "fast followers" to keep up with demands for instant, personalized service. Clinging to the "way we've always done it" is a recipe for getting left behind!Listen as Brad shares how he has embraced change and disruption to create an exciting, fast-paced environment that attracts top talent to the credit union industry. We dig into the difference between reacting to change vs. proactively adapting to it, and Brad provides examples of how he has developed adaptable leaders on his team by giving them assignments outside of their comfort zones, ultimately building their "muscle memory" for taking on uncertainty.We also discuss the challenges of leading teams through rapid change and how some leaders struggle with the loss of control that can sometimes come with the territory of being adaptable, and Brad highlights the importance of surrounding yourself with experts who can fill the gaps in your own knowledge, rather than trying to be the all-knowing CEO.We ultimately offer some insights for aspiring leaders into how to foster adaptability in themselves and in their teams, with key traits including embracing failure as a learning opportunity, maintaining confidence while also being vulnerable, and constantly putting yourself in uncomfortable situations to build that crucial adaptability muscle! Enjoy our conversation with Brad Bergmooser! Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyConnect with Brad:Brad Bergmooser, CEO of Financial Plus Credit Union - Michiganmyfpcu.com Brad: LinkedInFinancial Plus Credit Union: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube
Episode 72 - Elite athlete Randy Smith - former water skier, scuba instructor and triathlete - faces crippling symptoms. Ken D Foster explores his journey through Lyme, misdiagnosis, resilience and holistic healing. Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only. The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees. We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.
“People feel like they belong when they know their contribution matters.” – Jill Nowacki Welcome to episode 218 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by The Sheeter Group - a leading executive benefits firm that meets your retention and succession needs. This includes non-qualified benefit plans, short and long-term incentive plans, compensation studies, scorecard design, performance evaluation, and more. Learn more at sheetergroup.com.In this season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.In this episode, we are talking about belonging! Belonging is more than just inclusion; it's the culture that allows people to show up fully, share ideas without hesitation, and thrive as themselves, and in this conversation, we discuss why belonging is so important for teams and organizations and the barriers that can get in the wayWe look at how leaders can spot the signs that someone on their team isn't feeling a sense of belonging, and how subtle things can inadvertently make people feel excluded. We also highlight the value of listening to understand, not just to respond, and revisiting ideas that may have been overlooked in the moment. Admitting mistakes and making efforts to make things right can strengthen a sense of belonging!We suggest that belonging is essential for unlocking the full potential of teams and driving better business results! We hope that you enjoy our conversation on belonging!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book List
“When we have presence, it creates space for trust, clarity, and a real, true connection.” - Jill NowackiWelcome to episode 217 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jill Nowacki, President and CEO of Humanidei.This episode is sponsored by The Sheeter Group - a leading executive benefits firm that meets your retention and succession needs. This includes non-qualified benefit plans, short and long-term incentive plans, compensation studies, scorecard design, performance evaluation, and more. Learn more at sheetergroup.com.In this season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.In this episode, we discuss all things presence and the importance of being present as a leader. Presence is the ability to truly show up mentally, emotionally, and energetically for your team and organization, and it's something that all leaders struggle with at one point in time or another, ourselves included. We discuss how a leader's presence shapes the team—without it, distractions, rushed decisions, and confusion take hold, but with it, trust, clarity, and connection flourish.We also highlight the need for leaders to be intentional about creating space in their schedules, setting boundaries, and resisting the impulse to jump between tasks or immediately respond to messages. Listen as we share some personal stories and insights around the struggle to disconnect, stay focused, and resist the urge to constantly check devices.We ultimately conclude that while presence may be one of the most overlooked leadership skills, it is also one of the most impactful, and by committing to regular practice and creating the conditions to truly show up and be present, leaders can unlock new levels of focus, connection, and effectiveness for themselves, their teams, and their organizations! We hope that you enjoy our conversation on presence!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyAudiobook mentioned: An Everyone Culture: Becoming a Deliberately Developmental Organization by Robert Kegan, Lisa Laskow, et al.Previous guests mentioned: Leo Ardine (episodes 21 & 150)
Randy Smith is a PGA Golf Professional and a member of the PGA of America's Hall of Fame. He is the all-time leading PGA of America National Award winner, with 18 awards including the 1996 PGA of America Professional of the Year. Currently the Royal Oaks CC (Dallas) Golf Professional Emeritus and the Director of Instruction, Randy still gives lessons to golfers of all skill levels. His most notable student being World #1 golfer, Scottie Scheffler. Randy joins #OntheMark (for a second time) to share his wisdom and insight on the game of golf. In this episode he shares how Scottie Scheffler approaches the game and how the Fundamentals of Golf set the table for consistent performances. Randy elaborates on a number of game improvement concepts including: Taking ownership of what you do Dealing with student's emotions Sticking to the task at hand and not getting waylaid by other information The fundamentals of golf - Grip, Alignment and Posture - and their importance Control of the clubface and understanding the influence of the "bottom hand" The 3 "Entry Points" into the golf-ball, and Swinging the weight of the clubhead. He also shares nuggets on how Scottie Scheffler plays incl.: How Scottie managed his technique while growing up and undergoing growth spurts Scottie's focus on the grip and the clubface How Scottie manages the golf-course and his decision-making, and Scottie's balance and foot work. This podcast is a treasure trove of a lifelong experience in golf and is sure to help you unlock simple ways to improve your game. It is also available as a vodcast on YouTube - search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
Each of the four players in this episode have hunted coons for sixty years or more. Their combined age of 297 autumns is nearly 300 years and each year now. They gather to follow hounds in the big woods of the Arkansas delta. At the heart of their annual hunt is the endless discussion at mealtimes and around the camp when hounds are fed and watered and beverages poured, of the memories of bygone hounds or hunters gone on to their rewards that continue into the wee, small hours, only to be rejoined over steaming cups of coffee and heaping plates at the breaking of each new day. These are the coon hunting conversations that form the foundation of the experience that continues to motivate these men to come year after year to the White River Refuge. Join Nubbin Moore, Morris Hardy, Randy Smith and Steve as they talk dogs and all things coon hunting in this, the last Gone To The Dogs podcast of the 2021 year. Happy New Year!We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts
Each of the four players in this episode have hunted coons for sixty years or more. Their combined age of 297 autumns is nearly 300 years and each year now. They gather to follow hounds in the big woods of the Arkansas delta. At the heart of their annual hunt is the endless discussion at mealtimes and around the camp when hounds are fed and watered and beverages poured, of the memories of bygone hounds or hunters gone on to their rewards that continue into the wee, small hours, only to be rejoined over steaming cups of coffee and heaping plates at the breaking of each new day. These are the coon hunting conversations that form the foundation of the experience that continues to motivate these men to come year after year to the White River Refuge. Join Nubbin Moore, Morris Hardy, Randy Smith and Steve as they talk dogs and all things coon hunting in this, the last Gone To The Dogs podcast of the 2021 year. Happy New Year! We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links below https://www.dusupply.com/alphadog www.dusupply.com https://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Each of the four players in this episode have hunted coons for sixty years or more. Their combined age of 297 autumns is nearly 300 years and each year now. They gather to follow hounds in the big woods of the Arkansas delta. At the heart of their annual hunt is the endless discussion at mealtimes and around the camp when hounds are fed and watered and beverages poured, of the memories of bygone hounds or hunters gone on to their rewards that continue into the wee, small hours, only to be rejoined over steaming cups of coffee and heaping plates at the breaking of each new day. These are the coon hunting conversations that form the foundation of the experience that continues to motivate these men to come year after year to the White River Refuge. Join Nubbin Moore, Morris Hardy, Randy Smith and Steve as they talk dogs and all things coon hunting in this, the last Gone To The Dogs podcast of the 2021 year. Happy New Year! We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts
Eight months have lapsed since we last visited with Randy Smith of the highly regarded and immensely successful Lone Pine Treeing Walker Kennel in Pennsylvania.Steve and Randy share a wealth of information vital to anyone aspiring to make the bigtime in the coonhound world, whether as a breeder, trainer or competitor. Additionally much important information is provided in the realm of raising healthy litters. When Randy Smith talks, veterans and novice hunters alike come to attention. We have more than an hour of great information and of course, ample portions of “Dog Talk At Its Finest” in this outstanding episode. Lean in.We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links belowhttps://www.dusupply.com/alphadogwww.dusupply.comhttps://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts
Eight months have lapsed since we last visited with Randy Smith of the highly regarded and immensely successful Lone Pine Treeing Walker Kennel in Pennsylvania. Steve and Randy share a wealth of information vital to anyone aspiring to make the bigtime in the coonhound world, whether as a breeder, trainer or competitor. Additionally much important information is provided in the realm of raising healthy litters. When Randy Smith talks, veterans and novice hunters alike come to attention. We have more than an hour of great information and of course, ample portions of “Dog Talk At Its Finest” in this outstanding episode. Lean in. We would like to thank those who support this podcast. Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode. Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links below https://www.dusupply.com/alphadog www.dusupply.com https://alphadognutrition.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz are joined by Texas Golf Hall of Famer Fin Ewing for an exclusive, in-studio interview. The lead singer of Fin Ewing and The Wrong Direction talks making the cut alongside Colt at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am, why he created the Carmel Cup for collegiate golfers and his work over the years with Randy Smith and the Northern Texas PGA Section. --Download the Fanatics Sportsbook today and use code SUBPAR and you will get $200 in Bonus Bets when you sign up and bet $20 or more. https://joinfanatics.com/subpar Must be 21+. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, Connecticut residents call (888) 789-7777, Massachusetts residents call (800)-327-5050, New York residents call (877) 8-HOPENY, Maryland residents visit mdgamblinghelp.org.Fanatics Fest hits NYC June 20–22—use code Subpar15 at fanaticsfest.com for 15% off up to 4 tickets.--Thank you to our partners at Ship Sticks. Skip airport stress and costly airline fees with complimentary insurance, real-time tracking, dedicated support, and on-time delivery. Go to https://shipsticks.com/subpar and use the code SUBPAR20 to enjoy 20% off your first shipment.--Dial in your grip and lock in your swing with Golf Pride's all-new ALIGN MAX grips. Featuring raised ridge tech for consistent hand placement and a more repeatable swing, ALIGN MAX gives you control where it counts.Get 20% off a full set (up to 13 swing grips + 1 putter grip) with code SUBPAR20 at https://GolfPride.com — now through August 31.--Golf is more than just a game—it's a community. A Handicap Index helps level the playing field so you can compete, improve, and track your progress no matter where or who you play with. Join millions of golfers who already have one. Sign up today at https://usga.org/getahandicap.--The road to opportunity is often the road overlooked. That's why Enterprise Mobility offers new roads to help drive your business forward. With mobility solutions like fleet management, flexible truck rental, and an unmatched global network, they can help your business find the right solutions. Their mobility experts find smarter ways to scale your business, so you're not just growing bigger—you're getting better. Find your road at enterprisemobility.com--Choose your style, pick your favorite Birdie Juice logo and shop from a line-up of top tier brands at shop.golf.com today!