Podcasts about William Jewell College

“A big part of being a musician is believing in yourself and saying ‘yes' to the little opportunities that come your way. Sometimes we can get down on ourselves. We think, ‘I'm not cut out for that.' Believe in yourself and what you can do, no matter what the situation... Don't be afraid to say ‘yes,' to try out for that show or audition for that ensemble. Encourage your students to do the same thing because you never know where those opportunities are going to take you.”Jessica Koenig loves sharing her passion for music and the relationships it forges with people of all ages and backgrounds. She joined choir at the age of 9 and has never stopped singing! At age 17 she was selected as a featured soloist during Pope John Paul II's visit to St. Louis. Jessica went on to receive her BS in Music Education from William Jewell College in 2003. After several moves, she spent 13 years teaching general music at a private K-8 school where her children's choir consistently had 60-80 students. They were featured in choral festivals, twice performed the Star Spangled Banner at Harlem Globetrotters games, and led music at countless church services.Jessica accepted a public middle school choir position in 2022 in order to reach a more dynamic group of families. During her second year there, her treble ensemble was one of two middle school choirs to achieve a Superior-Plus rating at the Illinois Grade School Music Association's State Organization Festival and also shared the stage with the Rockford Symphony Orchestra. Jessica's choirs are known for their pure sound and strong tonality.She became the Co-Artistic Director of Kantorei in 2024. Kantorei is the premier 4th-12th grade community choir in Rockford, IL. This organization is committed to offering an excellent choral education to all students who love to sing without the barriers of cost and is funded completely on donations. Jessica lives in Rockford, IL with her three talented children. Find more information about Kantorei at kantorei.com.To get in touch with Jessica, you can e-mail her at jessica.leigh.koenig@gmail.com or visit kantorei.com.Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson

Fort Hays State men's basketball seeks their first road win of the season when they take on William Jewell College on Saturday, December 4, 2024 at the Mabee Center on Liberty, Mo.

Qiana Thomason draws from over twenty years of leadership at the intersections of health and behavioral healthcare, corporate healthcare payment, health policy, health philanthropy and business. This aerial command of the political, private market, and social factors that shape health uniquely positions Qiana to impact the wellbeing and prosperity of communities. Qiana's “self to systems” leadership practice, her commitment to organizational care and accountability, and her practice of centering people in driving change and managing transitions makes her a trusted executive in ensuring the effectiveness and sustainability of the organizations and movements she supports. Further, Qiana's prowess in strategy, enterprise risk management, regulatory and compliance agility, human capital optimization, organizational sustainability, ESG facility and DEI expertise makes her an effective partner on boards. As President & CEO of Health Forward Foundation, Qiana guides the $1B foundation in stewarding diverse capital investments, leadership in public policy, and institutional social capital that fosters health and economic equity throughout Missouri and Kansas. Qiana's leadership has positioned Health Forward as a national model for health equity through trust-based public, private, and philanthropic partnerships, spanning resident and faith leaders, grassroots to large non-profits, Chambers of Commerce and business councils, municipal and state government. Qiana's leadership in governance and civic spheres is multi-level. Nationally, Qiana is a board member of Grantmakers in Health, the National Association of State Health Policy, and the National Rural Health Resource Center. Regionally, Qiana is as a board member of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and William Jewell College. She is a member of the International Women's Forum, a global organization of preeminent leaders and Women of Influence. Qiana's impact is recognized broadly. The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce recognized Qiana with the international ATHENA Award (2024) and the national Business Journal recognized Qiana on its inaugural listing (2022) of BizWomen making an impact in their local business communities. The Urban League of Greater Kansas City recognized Qiana with its Difference Maker award (2024), Kansas City University bestowed upon Qiana an honorary doctorate in Humane Letters (2023), and Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey conveyed its Race, Place, and Diversity award (2022). https://healthforward.org/Citations:Glover Blackwell, A. (n.d.). The Curb-Cut Effect. PolicyLink. Retrieved December 3, 2024, from https://www.policylink.org/resources-tools/curb-cut-effectHosts: MaryAnne Metheny, and Tina Johnson If you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net

2024 is the biggest election year in history. From Taiwan to India, the USA to Ghana, by the end of the year almost half of the world's population will have had the chance to choose who governs them. But there are a huge number of possible voting systems – and listener James wants CrowdScience to find out which is the fairest. To do so, we create a fictional country called CrowdLand to try out different electoral systems. Presenter Caroline Steel consults mathematician David McCune and political scientists Eric Linhart and Simon Hix, and we hear from listeners around the world about how they vote in their respective countries. Can we find the perfect voting system for CrowdLand? Contributors: Prof David McCune, William Jewell College, USA Prof Eric Linhart, University of Technology Chemnitz, Germany Prof Simon Hix, European University Institute, Italy Actors: Charlotte Bloomsbury Ross Virgo Presenter: Caroline Steel Producer: Florian Bohr Editor: Cathy Edwards Production Co-ordinator: Ishmael Soriano Studio Manager: Donald MacDonald

No matter where you are in your career, you'll benefit from listening to 3Q. 3Q provides a window into the careers of some of the best in the music business. Every episode is an insider's view of the realities of life as a music executive. Topics include issues of empowerment, uncertainty, trust, finances, etc; issues that will impact you both personally and professionally. The executives we interview represent every aspect of the industry including but not limited to A&R, Marketing, Music Supervision, Artist Management, Promotion, and more. About David: David M. Israelite is President and CEO of the National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA), a position he has held since February 2005. Israelite is responsible for overseeing all aspects of NMPA's operations, from legal strategy and implementation to government affairs and advocacy. His leadership has produced revolutionary successes on behalf of publishers including the largest CRB rate increase in history, groundbreaking industry collaboration in royalty rate agreements, landmark settlements and model licenses with streaming platforms, and ultimately raising the profile of the publishing community. Additionally, Israelite was instrumental in guiding the effort to modernize copyright laws culminating in the Music Modernization Act (MMA) and the subsequent creation of the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC). He has been named to Billboard's Power 100 multiple times and serves on the boards of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Country Music Association and Special Olympics DC. He also serves as the President of the NMPA S.O.N.G.S. Foundation (Supporting Our Next Generation of Songwriters) which supports songwriters through funding scholarships and direct services, among other assistance. Prior to leading NMPA, Israelite held senior positions in various capacities for the U.S. government including at the Department of Justice where he served as Deputy Chief of Staff and Counselor to the Attorney General of the United States and was appointed Chairman of the Department's Task Force on Intellectual Property. He also worked in the U.S. Senate where he was Administrative Assistant (Chief of Staff) for Missouri Senator Kit Bond. Previously, Israelite also practiced law in the Commercial Litigation Department at the firm of Bryan Cave, LLP in Kansas City, Missouri. Israelite earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri and his undergraduate degree from William Jewell College.

Bethany ‘Fidgit' Hughes is a visionary explorer and writer, having hiked, paddled, and cycled over 22,000 miles across 25 countries. She is the founder of the Her Odyssey Expedition, a human-powered endeavor that connected the Americas, following the longest chain of mountains in the world, while highlighting the stories of the land and its inhabitants. Bethany's writing, which includes the Herstory series, has been featured in publications such as Backpacker and Outside, focusing on women forging frontiers in various fields. With a background in Institutions & Policy from William Jewell College, she brings a unique Third Culture perspective to her work, focusing on education, exploration, and community building. Bethany spent more than half her life abroad, climbing in the Andes and jungles of Latin America. She has been writing and sharing human-powered adventures for over 20 years, with a focus on planning and pursuing the Her Odyssey Expedition. Bethany's current focus is on Slow Travel, offering consultations on trip planning and writing a book, while making public presentations that connect audiences through wilderness to both inter and intra-personal health and decision-making. Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Bethany Hughes about enhancing body awareness through barefoot exploration and thru-hiking.  Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show: - How exploring barefoot movement in activities like hiking offers physical benefits and fosters a deeper connection with one's body and environment. - How trail maintenance reflects the evolving needs of hikers and the importance of preserving wildlife corridors through trail cultivation. - How thru-hiking connects with the earth, simplifies life, and allows individuals to experience discomfort to feel grounded. - Why you should balance your professional and personal development through nature experiences. - Why travel encourages individuals to be open to the unknown, confront vulnerabilities, and engage with unfamiliar cultures for personal growth. Connect with Bethany: Guest Contact Info X@her_odyssey Instagram@_herodyssey_ Facebookfacebook.com/herodyssey Links Mentioned:her-odyssey.org   Connect with Steven: Website Xeroshoes.com Jointhemovementmovement.com Twitter@XeroShoes Instagram@xeroshoes Facebookfacebook.com/xeroshoes

In this enlightening episode of The Healthy Project Podcast, host Corey Dion Lewis sits down with Heather Jones-Brown, a fervent advocate for civic engagement and health equity. Heather, who also works in staff equity at Grinnell College, dives deep into the critical role civic participation plays in shaping health outcomes within communities. From debunking voter registration myths to emphasizing the impact of local elections, Heather offers invaluable insights into how engaging in the democratic process can lead to more equitable health policies. Listen in as we explore the intersection of civic duty and health equity, and learn how you can make a difference in your community.Show Notes:Guest: Heather Jones-Brown (she/her) is the Assistant Chief Diversity Officer for Staff Equity at Grinnell College and the Program Director at Vision Leads. She is a Des Moines native and proud graduate of East High School. She got her Bachelor's Degree in International Relations and Political Science from William Jewell College and her Masters in Business Leadership from William Penn University. Heather has traveled to over 15 different countries and lived in Tokyo, Japan for over 4 years.  She is a community advocate who is active in our local NAACP branch and is an active member of the Iowa Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.Introduction to Heather Jones-Brown - An overview of Heather's background, her work in equity and inclusion, and her passion for community and civic engagement.Civic Engagement and Health Equity - Discussion on how civic engagement intersects with health equity, emphasizing the importance of participation in local elections and community activities.Debunking Voter Registration Myths - Heather addresses common misconceptions about voter registration and highlights the ease of the registration process.Impact of Local Elections - Insight into how local governance affects daily life and health policies more directly than national politics.Vision Leads and Community Activism - Introduction to Vision Leads, an organization focused on voter engagement and empowering individuals to participate in their communities effectively.Challenges and Triumphs in Civic Engagement - Heather shares personal experiences and tips for overcoming obstacles in community organizing and civic participation.Connecting with Heather Jones-Brown:Email: heatherjones.dsm@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/htothejizones/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/htothejizones/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2020VisionLeadsVision Leads: https://visionleads.orgResources and Links Mentioned:Vision Leads Voter Headquarters (All You Need To Know): https://www.visionleads.org/voterhqDebunking Voter Registration Myths: https://nationalvoterregistrationday.org/debunking-voter-registration-myths/Updating Your Voter Registration: https://sos.iowa.gov/elections/voterinformation/updatereg.htmlVoter FAQ at Iowa Secretary of State: https://sos.iowa.gov/elections/voterinformation/regfaq.html#9We Are Iowa Story About Voter Roll Removal: https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/verify/how-do-iowa-voter-rolls-lists-work-active-inactive-voters-secretary-of-state/524-a7099d8d-b25d-410c-bf29-6132affbadd0To Verify Voter Eligibility in Iowa: https://sos.iowa.gov/elections/voterinformation/voterregistration.htmlJoin us for this compelling conversation about leveraging civic engagement to foster healthier communities and ensure health equity for all. ★ Support this podcast ★

Shawnee, Kansas goes to the polls next Tuesday amid culture wars, lawsuits, and a sexting scandal. Plus: A new choral work commissioned by William Jewell College is helping the institution own up to its fraught racial history.

Al and Rodney sit down for an interview with Dr. Tom Vansaghi, William Jewell College Associate Professor and Director of Nonprofit Leadership; Director of the Pryor Leadership Program; Director of Strategic Planning.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Produced and Edited by Lee Strickland

Al and Rodney talk with students and Shape Your Future Guides Brynesha Griffin-Bey and Ashley Steller.  Shape Your Future is a program at William Jewell College for first generation to college students that focuses on community building and student success.Hilltop Monitor ArticleIntro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Produced and Edited by Lee Strickland

Al and Rodney sit down with Dr. Carmaletta M. Williams, Chief Executive Officer of the Black Archives of Mid-America in Kansas City.https://blackarchives.org/Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Produced and Edited by Lee Strickland

Al and Rodney sit down with Executive Director of the Shawnee Mission Education Foundation Kim Hinkle.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Edited and Produced by Lee Strickland

The Fort Lewis College Skyhawks football team has lots of new faces heading into Head Coach Johnny Cox's second year at the helm of the program. Coach Cox's rebuild will continue in year two with three new coaches and many more new players. Though improvement in some statistical categories didn't translate to wins on the field in 2022, coaches and players are hoping year two brings more wins. The Skyhawks open their season with two road games, starting with a clash against William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri on Saturday, September 2nd. By Connor Shreve.Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/fort-lewis-college-football-eager-for-improvement This story is sponsored by The Payroll Department and Serious Texas BBQSupport the show

Rodney and Al sit down with Qiana Thomason, President/CEO of Health Forward Foundation, to discuss diversity, equity and inclusion in health care.Health Forward Foundation WebsiteThis episode produced and edited by Lee StricklandIntro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

On Today's episode, Krysta takes us into her appreciation of the Miraculous Ladybug series and then we get into the life, times and crimes of Jesse James. We cover the world he grew up in, especially the part of Missouri known as Little Dixie at the time. We cover the death of his father, his connection to William Jewell College, his time serving the confederate cause as well as the events that afterward made him determined to destabilize the nation by robbing banks, stagecoaches and trains. We cover the forming of the James-Younger Gang, Jesse's time as a Robin Hood hero and so much more in this historical true crime episode of the Family Plot Podcast!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4670465/advertisement

Al and Rodney sit down for an interview with Tricia Maxfield.  Tricia is the Civics Education Initiative Program Manager for American Public Square. Topics include: politics and younger generations and American Public Square's mission.Check out American Public Square's podcast "At the Square" here.*The Reparations event mentioned in this episode happened in June 2023.  You can listen to a playback of the conversation here.This episode edited and produced by Lee Strickland.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Imagine having the chance to make television at a young age and being on a trajectory for a media career, only to experience a pivotal event that leads you to public service. That's the story of Nick Gicinto, a seasoned professional whose career spans from media to the CIA, and eventually to the private sector. Join us for a fascinating conversation with Nick as he shares his journey and the inspiring role his mother played in shaping his path.From elementary school involvement in media programs to discovering debate and forensics in high school, Nick's early experiences helped shape his direction towards a public service career. However, it wasn't until he attended his mom's alma mater, William Jewell College, and connected with department chair Dr. Gary Armstrong, that he began to seriously consider a path in pre-law and intelligence. Delve into the hidden aptitudes and creative problem-solving skills that made Nick stand out in his academic journey and ultimately led to his recruitment by the CIA.As Nick Gicinto transitioned from a decade at the CIA to the corporate world, he faced numerous challenges along the way. Learn about his experiences at Uber Technologies and Tesla, where he built insider threat and intelligence programs from scratch. Finally, explore Nick's current role as Executive Vice President at Red Five Security, and how his family continues to guide his career decisions. Don't miss this insightful episode as we unravel the captivating story of Nick Gicinto's career journey and the valuable lessons he's learned along the way.Reach out to Nick:LinkedIn: Nick GicintoWebsite: Red Five Security Thank you to our sponsors:ASKE ConsultingEmail: hello@askeconsulting.co.ukAquilaeEmail: cvm@aquilae.co.uk Episode Directory on Instagram @careerviewmirror   If you enjoy listening to our guests career stories, please follow CAREER-VIEW MIRROR in your podcast app.  Episode recorded on 13 June, 2023

Al and Rodney sit down with Jeron Ravin, President and CEO of Swope Health.  Topics include: health equity and the United States medical system.  Thank you for listening!Produced and Edited by Lee StricklandMusic:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

At the Square is American Public Square at Jewell's podcast channel. You'll find Both Sides episodes, playbacks of Signature Programs, and our latest podcast offering, a reactionary series aimed at exploring the questions and subtopics that arise from APS Signature Programs. In this Both Sides episode, Allan and Mike discuss the complicated topic of Reparations in connection to American Public Square at Jewell's upcoming Signature Program ‘Reparations in KC' presented in partnership with Kansas City PBS. Allan and Mike talk through some of the same questions that panelists will explore at the program, including but not limited to: Do you think society owes the descendants of enslaved people anything? How can we measure the harms caused by slavery? Is it fair to characterize social programs as reparations? ‘Reparations in KC' is on Wednesday June 7th, 2023 at University Academy in Kansas City, Missouri. Virtual and in person registration is available at https://americanpublicsquare.org/event/reparations/ . ‘Reparations in KC' will air on Kansas City PBS on June 16th, 2023.

Hi Folks! We apologize for the unexpected hiatus but we are back! Expect episodes to drop on the same schedule as before.This episode is the 2022 season closer. Al and Rodney share their favorite parts of the podcast so far as well as what they are looking forward to in 2023.  Thanks for listening.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Recorded and Edited by Lee Strickland

Hi Folks! The Radical Inclusivity Podcast with William Jewell College is back for a brand new season.  For this episode Al and Rodney talk about what to expect for the new season as well as the current state of the world.  Thanks for listening!Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Produced and Edited by Lee Strickland

"I try to be flexible with the way I write for people. For me it's a service when I get commissions, so I want to be able to serve the community that I'm working with in the same way that I would tailor a lesson to my classes depending on what the students need. I would do the same for what an organization needs with composition." Conductor/Composer/Producer Anthony J. Maglione is a graduate of Westminster Choir College of Rider University, East Carolina University, and the University of California, Los Angeles. He is the Director of Choral Studies and holds the Robert H. McKee Chair of Music at William Jewell College. Under his direction, the Concert Choir was twice named Runner Up (2nd Place) for the American Prize in Choral Performance, College/University Division. In addition to his responsibilities at William Jewell College, he serves as Director of Music and Choir Master at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Kansas City, Conductor Emeritus of the Freelance Ensemble Artists of NJ Symphony Orchestra, and has served on the summer faculty of Westminster Choir College since 2011. Anthony also serves as the conducting teacher for Artefact Institute.An active composer, Anthony's choral works are growing in popularity and are published on GIA's “Evoking Sound” choral series. In the last several years his music has appeared at state and national-level conventions, on TV, in video games, and has been recorded on Gothic Records, Albany Records, and Centaur Records. Anthony's cantata "The Wedding of Solomon" premiered at the 2018 American Guild of Organists National Convention. In 2019, his work "On Life" was premiered by the Miami University Men's Glee Club at the National ACDA Conference. In early 2020, Verdigris Ensemble premiered his extended dramatic work "Dust Bowl" as part of the AT&T Performing Arts Center's Elevator Project in Dallas, TX. He is currently slated for several more premieres throughout the United States during the remainder of 2023.As a producer, Anthony lends his ears to recording projects around the country and recently received national attention through his production work with Sam Brukhman and Veridigris Ensemble on "Betty's Notebook" by Nicholas Reeves.As a tenor, Anthony has appeared with many ensembles and currently performs and records with The Same Stream, the GRAMMY-nominated St. Tikhon Choir, and made his debut with Portland-based Capella Romana on the 2021-2022 season.A sought after clinician, Anthony teaches workshops regularly and has conducted All-State and honor choirs throughout the US.You can learn more about Anthony at his website: https://anthonymaglione.com/ .Choir Fam wants to hear from you! Check out the Minisode Intro episode from September 16, 2022, to hear how to share your story with us. Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson from Pexels

It's our 150th episode, people!!! And to celebrate, our guest this week to share 3 thoughts on "How to Create Team Chemistry" is our good friend Shannon McKain. Shannon is a former NFL cheerleader (Kansas City Chiefs) and executive recruiter, who is now a keynote speaker focusing on building teams, improving culture and creating better experiences. She was the perfect match for this topic.   TOPIC:  How to Create Team Chemistry GUEST: Shannon McKain   THOUGHT #1 - Change Our Mindset About Who We Hire THOUGHT #2 - Foster a Psychologically-Safe Environment THOUGHT #3 - Create an Evaluation Process to Check In with Each Employee Regularly   CONNECT: Website: ShannonMcKain.com Instagram: @shannonmckain Linkedin: Shannon McKain Twitter: @ShannonLMcKain YouTube: Shannon McKain   SHANNON'S BIO: For more than a decade, keynote motivational speaker Shannon McKain has been empowering audiences to attract, engage and retain talent in today's hyper-competitive marketplace. An expert on organizational culture, leadership and employee engagement, Shannon's inspiring talks are designed to help teams build more effective leaders, improve workplace culture and create better employee experiences. A former NFL cheerleader and executive recruiter, she has been featured on ABC, FOX, CBS, NBC and Nickelodeon. She is frequently called on by organizations and corporations to bring clarity and actionable insights to the complex issues that stand between employees, teams, and their shared success. Shannon earned a B.A. in communications and political science from William Jewell College, is a proud 4-H alum, and (fun fact) once lived on a canoe in the Florida Everglades.   RESOURCES: Evergreen Podcast Network - EvergereenPodcasts.com Thoughts That Rock – ThoughtsThatRock.com Certified Rock Star - CertifiedRockStar.com Booky Call - https://www.bookycall.com Booky Call - Book Review App on Apple - Apps.Apple.com Booky Call - Book Review App on Google Play - Play.Google.Com  Service That Rocks: TCreate Unforgettable Experiences and Turn Customers into Fans (Jim Knight) - ServiceThatRocksBook.com Leadership That Rocks: Take Your Brand's Culture to Eleven and Amp Up Results (Jim Knight) - LeadershipThatRocksBook.com Culture That Rocks: How to Revolutionize Your Company's Culture (Jim Knight) – CultureThatRocks.com Black Sheep: Unleash the Extraordinary, Awe-Inspiring, Undiscovered You (Brant Menswar) - FindYourBlackSheep.com Rock ‘n Roll With It: Overcoming the Challenge of Change (Brant Menswar) – RocknRollWithIt.com Cannonball Kids' cancer – CannonballKidscancer.org Big Kettle Drum - BigKettleDrum.com Spectacle Photography (Show/Website Photos) – SpectaclePhoto.com Jeffrey Todd “JT” Keel (Show Music) - JT Keel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roy Abdo has led a truly remarkable life. Roy got his start with TFAS in 2006 when he left Lebanon to attend the TFAS program in Greece. On his way, war broke out in Lebanon, leaving him as a 21-year-old stranded in a foreign country and unable to go back home to Beirut. With the help of TFAS friends, staff, and alumni, Roy traveled to the United States to embark on a new journey.  Today, Roy is the Founder and CEO of Digital Revamp Roy traveled to the United States to embark on a new journey. He has as worked for the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. State Department, Gallup and Middle East Broadcasting Networks. Roy has a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Lebanese American University, a bachelor's degree from both William Jewell College and Georgetown University, a master's degree from The Catholic University of America, and an MBA from The Johns Hopkins University's Carey Business School. He officially became a US citizen in 2018. Roy is a two-time TFAS alumnus, having participated in TFAS Greece in 2006 and Capital Semester Spring in 2007.  In this week's Liberty + Leadership Podcast, Roger and Roy discuss how TFAS facilitated his journey to the United States, how the William Jewell College community helped him deal with a bit of culture shock when he arrived in Missouri, how he turned his business school case studies into real life business opportunities, and why he believes the American Dream is very much alive – you just have to work harder and smarter.   The Liberty + Leadership Podcast is hosted by TFAS President Roger Ream and produced by kglobal. If you have a comment or question for the show, please drop us an email at podcast@TFAS.org. Support the show

"For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you received a spirit of adoption, through which we cry, 'Abba, Father!'"~ Romans 8:15When someone has experienced separation or trauma, especially as a child, it can be challenging for them to feel safe in attachment with others. Yet, close connections are a powerful source of healing and wholeness for all of us, especially for those who have suffered. How can we step into connection and attachment, even - and especially - when it's difficult?In this exceptional conversation, Ryan O'Hara invites us into his experience of fostering and adoption: his preconceptions, his journey of mental health & healing, his growth as a father and as a person, and especially his identity as a child of God. Whether or not you have personal experience with fostering or adoption, you'll see yourself more clearly through Ryan's wisdom and humility.Ryan O'Hara serves as the Marketing Strategist for Saint Paul's Outreach, a national Catholic organization that ministers to college students on campus. He is passionate about seeing Catholics come alive in Christ, grow to spiritual maturity and become apostles to the people in their life. Ryan has a B.A. in History from William Jewell College and an M.A. in Theology from the University of Notre Dame. He and his wife Jill live in West St Paul, MN and are parents to four sons.Episode 15 Show NotesVisit Ryan's website to learn more about his blessed ministryCheck out Ryan's podcast - Better Preach - to grow as a Catholic, as a communicator, or both! (And you can start with Pat's appearance in Episode 21)Follow Ryan on Instagram (@ryancohara) as well as Better Preach (@betterpreach).Thank you for listening! Visit us online at thiswholelifepodcast.com, and send us an email with your thoughts, questions, or ideas.Check us out on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter

The issue of voter fraud has taken up increasing amounts of the public's imagination since the 2020 election. Spurred in part by claims from former U. S. President Donald Trump that the election was stolen from him. On their face, some of the claims of fraud seem irrational. Others however, require a bit of statistical investigation before they can be fully debunked. That's the focus of this episode of Stats+Stories with guest Dr. David McCune. Dr. David McCune is an associate professor of mathematics at William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri. He primarily studies problems in the field of mathematical political science, focusing on apportionment and social choice theory. He also enjoys studying games of chance, especially when Markov chains might be involved.

Rodney and Al sit down with Stephenie Smith, Community Change Agent | Strategic Developer | Transformational Leader | Co- Founder and Managing Partner of Sophic Solutions.  Topics include: Change, loss and trauma in organizations, community collectivism, demystifying redistricting, viewing through and equity lens, and unpacking white supremacy.  Thanks for listening!Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Recorded and Edited by Lee Strickland

Rodney and Al interview Dr. Tyrone Bates, Jr., Coordinator of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Shawnee Mission School District. Topics include: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the K-12 level, advice for Educators, personal mission statements, who are we really working for?  Thanks for listening!Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Recorded and Edited by Lee Strickland

An interview with Founder and Director of the Midwest Rainbow Research Institute, Inoru Yamamoto Morris.  Topics include: the Midwest Rainbow Research Institute's mission, equity for the LGBTQ+ Community and building a community on the foundation of love.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Recorded and Edited by Lee Strickland

An interview with William Jewell College student and Pryor Leadership Fellow Sam Bahler. Topics include: Equity for people with disabilities, "it's easier to exclude than include", Sam's research and life as a Jewell student.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Recorded and Edited by: Lee Strickland

This is the 84th episode of the C-10 Podcast. Our first episode was about two years and a week ago, on May 14, 2020. Well, this week we're doing something we've not done before in the previous 83 episodes covering two years and a week.We are going to replay an interview that we originally posted in December 2020 -- episode 32 to be exact. It may seem odd, considering you could go through our list of episodes, find this interview and, if you like, go back and listen to it. Likewise, we could simply post a link to episode 32. But this episode -- this guest -- deserves more than that.See, on May 12, 2022, the college basketball world lost one of its greatest coaches. Kansas City lost one of its kindest, best people. William Jewell College lost, perhaps, its greatest ambassador. And, frankly, we lost someone we considered a friend. Larry Holley.Coach Holley was one of the genuinely good people on this planet. He cared about his players, his family, his friends, and everyone else with whom he came in contact.He was a great friend to C You In The Major Leagues, including being instrumental in making sure that William Jewell College became one of our C-10 Leaders Scholarship partner schools. In case you don't know much about Coach Holley, his name became synonymous with William Jewell College. And vice versa. After all, Holley was the school's basketball coach for 40 years, compiling 916 career wins, which made him the ninth-winningest coach in college basketball history at any level when he retired in 2019. He is the winningest coach in the state of Missouri. He earned 15 Coach of the Year awards, including the NAIA national coach of the year in 1996, and the 2018 Kansas City Sports Commission coach of the year. In 2019, he was selected as the "Blue KC Coach with Character" honoree for the month of April.In this episode, which we've edited from the original to take out some Covid references, we talk about Holley's leadership background, how he and William Jewell have been intertwined, how he used to get the most out of his players, and he took a swing at our "7 Questions."We hope you enjoy it, and see why we felt now was a good time to go into the archives for this special episode.LINKS:For more information about the C-10 Mentoring & Leadership program for high school students, visit our website.To make a financial gift to give students life-changing one-on-one mentoring, visit our secure donation page.For all episodes of the C-10 podcast and ways you can listen, click here.If you'd like to make a comment, have a suggestion for a future guest, or your company would like to help underwrite this podcast, please visit our contact page.

This episode features an interview with William Jewell College's Director of Teaching and Learning Technologies, Heath Hase.  Topics include: technology equity on and off campus, technology in the time of the COVID-19 pandemic and growing as a professional.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Recorded and Edited by Lee Strickland

Join host Jeff Klopfenstein and guest Larry Wigger as they dive into blockchain and implications for the modern supply chain.   Larry is a supply chain economist who has both practical experience and academic excellence.Larry Wigger serves University of Missouri Kansas City's Henry W. Bloch School of Management as Assistant Teaching Professor of Supply Chain and Operations Management. Larry holds a MA in Economics from UMKC, a MS in Supply Chain Management and a general MBA from Elmhurst University, with a BA in Business Administration from William Jewell College. Larry is in the dissertation stage of pursuit of his PhD in Economics, with Co-Discipline in Public Affairs and Administration at UMKC. His dissertation follows multiple active research streams, including blockchain use to substantially improve supply chain visibility, public policy options to counter unemployment due to automation, and modern monetary theory on limits to deficit spending.Larry brought over twenty years of varied management experience when joining Bloch at UMKC as full-time faculty. His expertise includes the full range of Supply Chain Management activities, Strategic Leadership, and Operations, Project, and Program Management. Additionally, Larry has held equity leadership positions in multiple start-ups across the Construction and Project Management industry. These activities have included consultancy and at-risk construction work for major global petroleum, retail, and hospitality clients, support services in the recent fracking boom, and three years of post-earthquake construction projects in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.Special thanks to the Nidec Motor Corporation for sponsoring this episode. Larry Wigger | LinkedIn

Some Ray County educational leaders and seniors discuss graduation-related topics.Orrick band director Jayson Moll shares memories of some previous graduation ceremonies, prepping for this year's ceremony and the effects of graduation on Orrick's school band. Orrick senior Blake Buchanan discusses his decision to pursue academics and football at Benedictine College, an NAIA-affiliated school in Atchison, Kansas.Trey Cavanah, Hardin-Central superintendent, discusses the school's upcoming graduation ceremony and comments on the class of 2022. He also shares his feelings about his oldest child, Layne Cavanah, graduating from Richmond and Layne's plans to study and play football at William Jewell College in Liberty. Hardin-Central senior Mason Freece and teacher/coach Brent Behler discuss Freece's plans to serve in the U.S. Navy and their coach-player relationship over the past two years. Richmond ag teacher Laura Allen, and seniors Jodi Robinson and GraceAnn Skelton  discuss their plans to attend college, along with Robinson's and Skelton's growth as students at Richmond.  Notes:Tadan McCoy, referred to during Blake Buchanan's interview, is a Richmond senior. Dean Hays, referred to during the Freece/Behler interview, teaches math at Hardin-Central. Music featured in this episode: "Annie Lisle,"  also the melody for numerous school alma mater songs, including the University of Missouri-Columbia and the University of Kansas, composed by  Henry S. Thompson, arranged by Shawn Roney; "Fanfare for Father John," formerly titled "Fanfare for Father John in F Major" (For Keyboard), composed by Shawn Roney; "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney; "Raga of the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse," composed by Shawn Roney; "St. Adele's Waltz" (For Piano), composed by Shawn Roney; "Loop for a Bebop Bishop, No. 2," formerly titled "Loop for Bishop John Burgess," composed by Shawn Roney. All selections are performed by the musical collective Sacred & Secular."Fanfare for Father John" appears on "Peas in a Pod:  Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)." To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=LYdYZOL9384&feature=share. "God Bless Hardin" appears on "Peas in a Pod:  Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)." To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=Dsz0AR92xr0&feature=share. "Raga of the 4 Horsemen" appears on "Peas in a Pod: Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)." To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=VqfKTxPlukk&feature=share. "St. Adele's Waltz" (For Piano) appears on "In Solitude." To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=3y6GK0Edn-Q&feature=share. "Loop for a Bebop Bishop, No. 2" appears on "Peas in a Pod: Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)."  To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=3897_Q9AxVU&feature=share.   To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at  sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

In Episode 72 of the 4D Athletes Podcast, Jim and Jason are joined by Mike Murphy to discuss what core characteristics scouts look for when drafting a player. Michael Murphy spent 3 seasons with the NY Giants' scouting staff. Murphy has 23 years of NFL experience as a pro and college scout. Prior to joining the Giants, he spent the 2015-16 season as the director of player personnel for the University of Colorado football program building the recruiting department. From 2008-13, Murphy was a regional scout for the Miami Dolphins. He entered the NFL as a pro personnel assistant with the Kansas City Chiefs from 1996-99. Murphy was a Midwest scout with the Seattle Seahawks from 2000-04, and a national scout with the Dallas Cowboys from 2005-08. Before beginning his scouting career, Murphy coached on the professional and collegiate levels. He was a graduate assistant at Iowa State (1990-91), while pursuing his master's degree in Higher Education. Murphy also coached at Arizona Western (1992), Bethel College (1993-94), and with the Ottawa Rough Riders of the Canadian Football League (1995-96). Murphy earned his bachelor's degree in physical education in 1989 from William Jewell College, where he lettered two seasons in football as a strong safety. He then worked as a student assistant in the football office during the 1989 season. Murphy was born in Vancouver, B.C., and graduated from St. Francis Xavier High School in Edmonton, where he played football, basketball and soccer and was also on the swim team. His father, Cal, was inducted into the CFL Hall of Fame in 2004 following a 26-year career as both a coach and general manager in the CFL. Cal Murphy was part of nine Grey Cup champions and a Super Bowl as a scout for the Indianapolis Colts. Murphy is married to the former Camille Walker. They have two daughters, Tyler and Morgan. Connect with Mike on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/murphy-mike-p/ Learn more about Mike here https://www.hollisandmiller.com/insights/mike-murphy/ #NFLdraft --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/4dathletes/message

Dr. Rodney Smith and Al Leone sit down and talk with student, author, lecturer, filmmaker and pastor Phil Allen Jr.  Topics include Phil's upcoming documentary 'Open Wounds', our trauma as a nation and what is radical about radical inclusivity?To follow more of Phil's work check out his website at: https://www.philallenjr.com and listen to Phil's podcast 'Intersections with Phil Allen Jr.'Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Rodney and Al sit down for an interview with Director of Project Kaleidoscope, Dr. Kelly Mack.  Project Kaleidoscope is a national organization that promotes the excellence and advancement of under represented faculty in the STEM departments of higher education.  Today they discuss how to keep yourself in the game and what it truly means to belong to one another.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode of Rebuilding the American Dream, Dr. Timothy Mottet shares a bold vision for CSU - Pueblo: To become The People's University of the Southwest. That vision is focused entirely on remaining true to the individual students and the first-gen community at large. "Being humble and being a university that serves the people and that it is accessible and affordable... Also as a minority serving institution to connect students to a part of their heritage that is very important."Dr. Mottet is the 15th president of Colorado State University-Pueblo. As a higher education leader, he is recognized for designing innovative learning systems that allow all students to be successful.  He has a record of success in developing high-performing educators, aligning people and processes to enhance organizational sustainability, facilitating and implementing strategic planning processes, and building consensus among diverse groups of individuals.  Dr.Mottet earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from William Jewell College, a Master of Science in Mass Communication from Boston University, and a Doctoral Degree in Instructional Communication from West Virginia University. 

Join hosts Dr. Rodney Smith and Al Leone as they discuss critical race theory (CRT). Topics include critical race theories origins, what CRT is about and should CRT be taught in schools.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode is about what it takes to build your personal brand and how that can help you build out a successful career in any professional. Chris Stathos is the Manager of Partnership Development for the Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs. Now in his seventh season with the team, Chris' main responsibilities revolve around building new, strategic brand partnerships for the Chiefs. Born in Kansas City but raised in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio, Chris returned to the metro in 2010 to attend William Jewell College, where he majored in Business Administration. While at Jewell, Chris completed six separate internships with five organizations: the Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs,, Sporting Kansas City, and the National Football League in New York. Chris is also an alumnus of the Manhattan Sports Business Academy program. Since graduating from Jewell in 2014, Chris has developed a passion for engaging with ambitious high school and college students on personal brand, leadership, and career development through classroom conversations and one-on-one coaching. https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisstathos/ In this episode, Jim and Jason are joined by Also be sure to check out https://4dathletes.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/4dathletes/message

Hosts Dr. Rodney Smith and Al Leone sit down with Dr. Andrew Pratt to discuss the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI).  They discuss what the IDI is and how William Jewell College has been using the IDI with Students, Faculty and Staff.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Al and Rodney discuss Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Topics include Dr. King's 'I Have A Dream' speech, as well as, Dr. King's legacy and impact on our hosts.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Hosts Dr. Rodney Smith and Al Leone talk more about William Jewell College's Radical Inclusivity trainings and where they see Radical Inclusivity at Jewell in the future.Intro/Outro Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In the first episode of Radical Inclusivity with William Jewell College hosts Al Leone and Dr. Rodney Smith introduce themselves, talk about what this podcast will be about and what learnings you will walk away with.  Learn with us on this journey into radical inclusivity!Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Cohosts Al Leone and Dr. Rodney Smith talk with leading learners, community partners, students and scholars about topics and values that impact our own lives and our nation. New episodes monthly.Music:"Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Ryan O'Hara is my guest for episode 37 of The Courage, Coaching and Counseling Podcast. I met Ryan online years ago. One thing I've always appreciated about Ryan is his calming presence, he is a man and father who is grounded in his faith and in himself. In this episode talk about his family's journey with infertility, foster care and adoption. He shares how foster care and adoption reflects the heart of God, how the challenges of parenting can impact marriage and how foster parenting and adoption has impacted his faith. Ryan O'Hara serves as the Content Director for Saint Paul's Outreach, a national Catholic organization that ministers to college students on campus. He is passionate about seeing Catholics come alive in Christ, grow to spiritual maturity and become apostles to the people in their life. Ryan has a B.A. in History from William Jewell College and an M.A. in Theology from the University of Notre Dame. He and his wife Jill live in West St Paul, MN and are parents to four sons. You can connect with Ryan here: https://www.ryanohara.org/ https://www.instagram.com/ryancohara/ https://twitter.com/ryancohara https://www.facebook.com/ryanohara The Courage, Coaching and Counseling Podcast launched March 30th, 2021. I write more about marriage and parenting on my blog www.SovannPen.com You can watch the show on my Youtube channel. The purpose of the show is to encourage and inspire you to be more courageous in life and to bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. It is for those who may be struggling with mental illness, relationship struggles, or seeking clarity and direction in life. People who are interested in personal growth, emotional and spiritual health. Moms and Dads who would like help with their marriage and/or parenting. And people who are interested in how church leaders and mental health providers can work together to care for people. You can connect with me: htps://www.instagram.com/sovannpencounseling https://www.facebook.com/CourageCoachingCounseling https://twitter.com/SovannPen http://www.sovannpen.com/ https://www.anewdaycounseling.org/

On this episode of the podcast, Brent chats with Phil Castleberry, Vice President for University Advancement at the Rochester Institute of Technology. They cover topics like the compounding impact of building strong personal and professional relationships; how being from a military family and moving with regularity shaped Phil to be adaptable to almost any new environment; and what it's been like to onboard remotely in his new VP capacity. Phil also reflects on how he received a full scholarship to complete his undergraduate degree at the University of Central Missouri, but never really knew (nor was taught) where the scholarship money came from until the VP of Development asked if he would be interested in managing the student phonathon program. On this episode, Phil and Brent talk about MGO salaries and whether they are proportional to the revenue that they bring into the university; the importance of portfolio transition upon a gift officer's departure; and how cool it is that Phil has his pilot's license and could fly himself to a donor visit.About PhilPhil Castleberry, a 20-year veteran of higher education advancement and fundraising, was named Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations, now University Advancement, at Rochester Institute of Technology in February 2020. He provides strategic vision and operational leadership for all aspects of the university's development and alumni initiatives, including oversight of a team of more than 100 professionals, as well as direction of a $1 billion blended campaign, Transforming RIT: The Campaign for Greatness, which has raised $765 million to-date.Prior to joining RIT, Phil was Vice President for Institutional Advancement at St. John Fisher College for four years where total giving increased from $3.3 million to $12.3 million annually and unrestricted giving more than tripled during his tenure. Phil also designed and launched “Fisher Forward,” the most ambitious campaign in the college's history with a goal of $75 million. He previously served in a variety of progressively responsible roles at the University of Rochester from 2009-2016, concluding his tenure there as Associate Vice President of University Advancement. Other roles in higher education advancement include service at Washington University in St. Louis, the University of Missouri – St. Louis, William Jewell College, and the University of Central Missouri.Castleberry holds a bachelor's degree in political science and speech communication from the University of Central Missouri as well as a master's degree in political science from the University of Missouri — Kansas City.

On this bonus episode, I am interviewed on the Strength Talk & Shop Podcast, hosted by Matt Smith. We talk about how we met as coaches, my time as the Director of Athletic Performance at William Jewell College and what my future in strength and conditioning looks like with R/Strong Performance. - Gage__________________________________________________Professional Strength and Conditioning is coming to Northwest Missouri for athletes and adults - If you're interested in training with R/Strong fill out this form !Not in NW MO but still interested in training with R/Strong? Check out our remote training programs!Team R/Strong - You R/Strong, Train Like ItWe build strength. We get jacked. We run. We jump. We condition. We are disciplined. We work hard. We eat to recover. We do hard things. We don't make excuses. We aren't afraid to fail. We compete. We support each other.In other words, we train like athletes!Here's the best part. A portion of all monthly dues is donated to organizations that support cancer research and families impacted by cancer. Get gains and give back!Check the links for more information and to sign up!Farm Strength Path (continuous programming): https://market.teambuildr.com/programs/rstrong/team-rstrong-farm-strengthMin-Max Path (8-week program): https://market.teambuildr.com/programs/rstrong/team-rstrong-min-max__________________________________________________Stay up to date with the most recent updates, training tips and content from R/Strong by subscribing to our email list!Link: http://eepurl.com/hqA3gjWe won't blow up your email, we promise.__________________________________________________R/Strong Performance Contact InfoEmail: rstrongperformance@gmail.comInstagram: rstrongperformanceFacebook: R/Strong Performance If you enjoyed the show, please leave a review, comment and hit the subscribe button!

What's good y'all? On this special release episode of On Everything I am joined by my guys Devonte Bell and Nate Kroeker. Devonte, Nate and I played basketball together at William Jewell College and we still share a love for basketball and especially, the NBA to this day. With the 2020 NBA season kicking off in just a few days, the three of us discuss our views on the current state of the league and some of our predictions about how the upcoming season will play out. Enjoy!

On today's episode, Fr. Justin interviews Dr. Rodney D. Smith, newly appointed VP of Access & Engagement at William Jewell College, about "radical inclusivity" and operationalizing diversity efforts on a college campus. Rodney is also co-founder and managing partner with his wife, Stephenie, at Sophic Solutions Group. On the podcast Rodney shares his story and discusses truth telling as the first step toward racial reconciliation, race as a social construct and pseudo-science, becoming a "hope-monger" and much more.