Delayed gratification success strategies are on the way! Born in Communist Cuba, Dr. Emilio Justo and his parents immigrated to the U.S. as refugees when he was three. Despite facing discrimination and poverty, Dr. Justo has achieved super-sustained success, proving that lack of privilege is not an obstacle to attaining abundance and success. Since 1989, Dr. Emilio Justo has specialized in general ophthalmology and cosmetic surgery. He is renowned for his state-of-the-art refractive cataract surgery and blepharoplasty, having performed over 50,000 such procedures. A two-time international TEDx Speaker, Dr. Justo masterfully delivers his super-sustained success strategies, Delayed Gratification, The Power of Pause, and The Obsession Advantage principles with unparalleled passion and vision. He weaves real-life stories and experiences from his decades of leadership, as well as lessons learned, so that his teachings inspire, guide, and stick. On episode 472 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how Dr. Justo's journey as an immigrant serves as a testament to the power of delayed gratification, why he decided to attend the University of Michigan, how the Arizona Eye Institute & Cosmetic Laser Center has been so successful over the years, why his first TEDx Talk called "Delayed Gratification: Your Superpower to Success" went viral with over 6 Million views, why we should embrace failure as a temporary setback and a step forward towards ultimate success, how college students can break their social media addiction, what are essential strategies for academic success, and how college students can achieve robust financial success given the obstacles today. Enjoy!

Solving science denial is a priority for you as well? Alan McGowan, selected as 2019’s Top Science and Technical Expert by the International Association of Top Professionals, also received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Marquis Who’s Who that same year. Now a Lecturer at The New School, he served first as chair of the Science, Technology, and Society Program (now called the Interdisciplinary Science Program) then as chair of the Environmental Studies Program. After graduating Yale University with an engineering degree, and a two-year stint at American Electric Power, a public utility, Mr. McGowan left to pursue graduate work in physics, then taught science and mathematics at private schools for ten years, winning the Teacher Recognition Award from the American Association of Physics Teachers in 1968. Following that, after serving for five years as Scientific Administrator of the Center for the Biology of Natural Systems, an interdisciplinary environmental research, and training program at Washington University in St. Louis, he became president of the Scientists’ Institute for Public Information (SIPI), which under his leadership became a major bridge between the scientific and journalist communities. In episode 471 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Alan decided to go to Yale, what we can do to solve science denial, initiatives that we can take to reduce climate change, why nuclear power is part of our energy transition, why we are hearing so much scientific racism in this political election, what is the connection between mental health and social media usage, whether we should control and/or regulate Artificial Intelligence, and why college students should know who Franz Boas is. Enjoy!

Retention and graduation for marginalized students are critical objectives. We'll talk more about it with Courtland Mitchell, the Director of Nutritional Services for the Department of Aging and Community Living in Washington, DC. He’s a proud graduate of Howard University, and he takes great pride and pleasure in advocating and serving communities that have been historically marginalized, forging innovative partnerships, and developing effective strategies and policies. Courtland is committed to building healthier learning communities for all. In episode 470 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Courtland decided on Howard University, why he chose to join Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. in a grad chapter, what he does as Director of Nutritional Services for the Department of Aging and Community Living, how we can increase the retention rates and graduation rates for college students who come from disadvantaged backgrounds, what resources are available to assist with housing insecurity, hunger, transportation to school, and affording textbooks, where students can go in order to find mentorship once they get to college, how we can achieve diversity across all levels of an institution, what we can do to achieve an inclusive campus climate, and how we can improve outreach and recruitment to a diverse array of students. Enjoy!

Latino Fraternity Life is here! Agustin “Gus” Garcia is a professional international businessman with a strong commitment to civil and human rights, as well as a passionate lecturer and activist for the Latino community. He is the visionary and the founder of Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. In episode 469 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out about Gus' childhood when he was deported from the United States, what made him want to attend Kean College in New Jersey, how he became the first Latino elected to the Kean College student government, what made him want to start the first Latino fraternity in the United States (Lambda Theta Phi), whether he expected the fraternity to grow as large as it did, why "Latin Unity" is so complicated, the differences in pledging and hazing when it comes to Latin fraternities and sororities, the differences in community service activities when it comes to Latin fraternities and sororities, how he is able to deal with tension on a college campus, and what he hopes his fraternity will accomplish in the next 50 years. Enjoy!

Student athlete success in business is a common occurrence for Jay Dixon. Jay Dixon is an expert in sports and business, co-founding three companies and consulting on 50+ transactions. He provides expertise on the athletic identity along with research to support the athletic education as the key ingredient to business success. Jay authored "After the Game: Bridging the Gap from Winning Athlete to Thriving Entrepreneur" and started SuccessCoach.com, an elite accelerator for former athletes and investors to acquire and lead businesses and Humanize Capital, an investment firm that unleashes human potential. Jay's own journey as a student-athlete unfolded at the University of Nevada, where he played division 1 football as a defensive end. He played in three college bowl games and helped the Wolf Pack become conference champions during his junior year. He furthered his academic pursuits with a master's degree in English Literature from National University. Notably, Jay has earned recognition for Business Excellence in Venture Capital/Private Equity from Columbia Business School and studies with in MBA, adding another layer to his multifaceted expertise. In episode 468 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why he chose the University of Nevada, Reno for his undergraduate experience, what it was like being a student athlete on campus, why athletes are perfectly poised for business ownership, what are the crucial mindset elements for professional success, how you can accelerate and go quickly from idea to enterprise in business, why self-awareness and emotional intelligence are so important in business, where you can go to find business mentors, where to go for new business investments, and when it makes sense to buy an existing business. Enjoy!

Are your college student interviewing skills lacking? Curtis Butler spent 30 years in finance as an investor and client-facing executive at industry-leading firms including J.P. Morgan. He has built and led teams and has been on both sides of the interview table hundreds of times. He has a keen understanding of what moves a resume to the top of the pile and what soft skills are required to stand out in an interview. Throughout his career, Curtis always made time for mentoring and has provided individualized coaching to scores of college and graduate students at his Alma maters, Union College and Johns Hopkins University. He has also stepped in to help children of friends and colleagues escape the frustration of a job search and embark on successful careers. His passion for coaching students and young professionals led Curtis to launch Guided Ascent Career Coaching in 2024, with Zoom-based 1-on-1 coaching designed to help clients define their path, plan the steps that can lead them there, and apply the job-search strategies that have proven successful over time — regardless of the industry. In episode 467, we find out why Curtis decided to go to Union College, how he can decide which career is best for the students he works with, how college students can network while they are in college, what stands out about a college student resume, what are some tips for cover letters, what college students should wear for the interview, how you can answer the dreaded question "tell me about yourself", what soft skills employers are looking for today, and how to make the best job decision between two offers.

Liz Toombs owns the award-winning decorating firm PDR Interiors. She is a Certified Interior Decorator who, along with her team, offers comprehensive services for private residences as well as sorority houses across the country. The team’s work can be seen on over 70 campuses spread across 22+ states. Liz has been quoted by notable media outlets including The Huffington Post, The Associated Press, and Realtor.com. She and the company were featured on MSNBC’s Your Business. Liz is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and is very involved in giving back to the Lexington community through the Junior League and other local charities. Mentoring other women is a keystone of PDR, something Liz learned to value through her fraternity experience as an alumna of Alpha Gamma Delta.  Helping to preserve that experience for current and future members of women’s organizations is what drives Toombs to focus on sorority housing projects. In episode 466 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why she chose the University of Kentucky, what was special about the women of Alpha Gamma Delta on campus that made her want to join, where her love of interior decorating came from, how she is able to come up with a design plan for each individual chapter, how student housing be a haven of mental well-being, some DIY tips for chapters who don't have a big budget, why mentoring other women is so important, what it's like being a Empower Institute Facilitator for Alpha Gamma Delta, and future plans for PDR Interiors. Enjoy!

Want to know how we can break stalking on college campuses? Stefania Ianno is the founder of Breaking Stalking, a trained marriage and family therapist, and a survivor of stalking. Her passion to educate communities on stalking awareness and prevention grew from her own personal experience, and recognizing that there is a lack of knowledge, research, and victim resources surrounding the crime of stalking. Stefania believes this needs to change, especially after hearing too many stories similar to hers, but ended with the loss of life. This is the main motivator for Stefania - raising awareness and teaching others how to recognize stalking and intervene at an early stage can potentially prevent additional crimes from occurring. Stefania's lifelong desire is to develop a career focused on helping others to improve their quality of life and empower themselves. Stefania now shares her experiences, provides this education nation-wide, and motivates others to take their lives into their own hands. Breaking Stalking is located in Upstate New York. In episode 465 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Stefania decided on the University of Rochester for her undergraduate and graduate degrees, what happened when Stefania was stalked by someone she thought was a friend in 2011, why more resources and advocates are not generally available around stalking, what services Breaking Stalking provides, what students can do to help themselves if they are being stalked on campus, what coping strategies and support is available in the Stalking Support Group, how her educational background in therapy and counseling has been helpful in this business, and what are the future plans for Breaking Stalking. Enjoy!

Want to know why social closeness and connection in college is critical? Jason Corder, born in San Francisco in 1969, is a TEDx speaker, keynote speaker, author, cultural envoy, and coach who advises on mental and physical health. A graduate of Swarthmore College, he enjoyed a 20-year career as a visual artist, in which he was awarded a Ballinglen Fellowship and was a Sovereign European Art Prize Nominee. Having spent more than two decades living abroad, in Africa and Europe, he hones this global perspective into talks, workshops, podcast conversations and the like, to deepen dialogue and heighten perception. He lives with his three sons in Arizona. His TEDx talk is called "Social Closeness and Re-Establishing Connection". In episode 464 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Jason decided on Swarthmore College for his undergraduate experience, what is was like living in Nairobi (Kenya), what he learned about the culture clash between Blacks and Whites, what is the research that shows why social closeness and connection in college is so important, why TEDx puts warning labels on some of the talks online, how we can stop our addiction to our phones, why we need to talk about mental health and wellness, and how we can find mindfulness and playfulness as adults. Enjoy!

Are you interested in social media branding for fraternity or sorority? Learn from the best! As a son of immigrant parents from Punjab, India, Chirag Nijjer’s infatuation for marketing began with his family’s store in NYC. From an early age, he was committed to finding ways to draw customers into the shop. Chirag set on his quest for education, earning a B.A. in Economics with a focus on Entrepreneurship. Finally, he was able to access the knowledge and books that were unavailable for his immigrant family. Chirag often could not wait to bring what he learned back to his family, and discovered his passion for teaching and speaking. In Chirag’s “9-to-5”, he is a Platinum Customer Success Lead and celebrated team member at Google. He works with some of the world's largest global brands, as an expert in crisis management and proactive problem-solving. For Chirag’s “5-9”, he is a dynamic speaker and insightful advisor, having worked with over 300 companies worldwide. With his proprietary methods and marketing strategies, he brings brands out of chaos and into action. In teaching his 3 core theories, Chirag takes businesses and student entrepreneurs from 0-80, putting them in a position to feel confident and comfortable to build their brand and effectively market their products and services. They finally grasp the complexities of marketing in a simplified way, using creativity and luck to push for the final 20 percent. In episode 463 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how Chirag got customers into his family’s clothing store as a kid in NYC, why he decided on Lafayette College for his undergraduate experience, why he joined Zeta Psi Fraternity, how he was able to get the job as a BOLD summer intern at Google, what he does today as Platinum Customer Success Lead at Google, how he was able to be a part of The Mega-Brands That Build America (season 2) on the History Channel, how fraternity and sorority members can build a brand around their chapter on social media, and how college students can bring their idea for a new product or service to market. Enjoy!

Are you looking for tips on Social Media for Sorority or Fraternity Chapters? Today we have with us Krysten Rhodes, one of my favorite content creators and brand ambassadors on social media. She is a member of Kappa Delta from Texas A&M, and now that she has graduated, Krysten currently serves as a Research Data Coordinator at MD Anderson in Thoracic/Head & Neck Medical Oncology in Houston, Texas. With everything Krysten does, she leaves her mark and goes above what is expected with a goal of leaving things better than before. Krysten inspires others with her drive and passion. In episode 462 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Krysten chose Texas A&M, what made her want to join Kappa Delta, how much of an influence her parents were in going Greek, what fraternity and sorority members should be posting on social media to get people interested in joining, how she is able to get so many brand ambassador opportunities, what seniors in college should be considering as they get ready for alumni/alumnae life, what life is like after graduation in the workforce, and what Krysten wants to do in the future. Enjoy!

Want to know how do you overcome obstacles in your life? Christine Handy is a passionate advocate, keynote speaker, author and model who champions women to realize their power and inner beauty amidst adversity. As a breast cancer survivor, Christine is proof that pain does not have to limit is from thriving. Christine uses her experience in the fashion industry to challenge outdated cultural values that once limited inclusivity of certain groups of women in the past. Christine uses her story to inspire hope and courage. With authenticity, and vulnerability, Christine provides real life wisdom to those who have been affected by illness and trauma. Christine’s MISSION is to ensure that women feel less alone while encouraging women to focus on faith and their inner warrior. In episode 461 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why she decided on Southern Methodist University, which sorority she joined on campus, how she got started as a model for companies like Guess, J. Crew, J. C. Penney, Bud Light, Pepsi, Petco, and Target, what was her initial reaction when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, how she got control back in life, what made her decide to go back to work after all that and show there is still beauty in women without breasts, how you survive and thrive when life throws obstacles your way, advice to college students in terms of maintaining self-esteem, how you can manage fear, what is the mission of Wonder Women Initiative where she serves on the Board of Directors, and what you'll learn from her book called "Walk Beside Me" that will be a movie soon. Enjoy!

Are you wondering how to be successful in TV Production? Teri Weinberg is a Former NBC Entertainment Executive Vice President who oversaw all aspects of NBC Entertainment’s scripted development and current primetime programming in 2007, then launched her own production company, Yellow Brick Road, in 2010, with a two-year first look deal with NBC Universal. At the conclusion of that deal, Weinberg would independently produce, and consult for MTV Network. Teri then partnered with Golden Globe, Emmy Award winning actor and producer, America Ferrera in 2016, with a four-year first look deal with NBC Universal, and since returned to independent producing. Teri was Co-Executive producer of the Peabody, Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning “The Office,” which has also received two Television Critics Association Awards, multiple WGA awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. She also served as Executive Producer of “Ugly Betty,” winner of two Golden Globe Awards, an Emmy Nomination, a Peabody Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. In addition, Teri was Executive producer of the Golden Globe nominated, “The Tudors.” Weinberg was nominated for two Emmys in July 2007, as both “The Office” and “Ugly Betty” were nominated as Outstanding Comedy Series. In episode 460 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how she was able to deal with the initial negative critic feedback on the television show "The Office", whether we will see a reunion for the television show "Ugly Betty", how much history goes into "The Tudors" versus drama to keep audiences coming back, how demanding and stressful it is to be Executive Vice President for NBC Entertainment, what is the vision for her own production company called Yellow Brick Road, what is her advice for college students who want to get into television production, where she gets inspiration for new TV shows, how we can avoid dwelling on problems and getting to solutions, and how she's been able to achieve peace of mind in her life. Enjoy!

Are you wondering how can we achieve happiness in life? Teresa Greco is a certified life coach pursuing her Ph.D. with a dissertation on inner happiness. She is a TEDx speaker, 3X bestselling author, international writer, and editor of a Canadian lifestyle magazine as well as the host of the internet TV and radio shows called the “Steps to Happiness Show with Teresa Greco” on Soulivity TV and “The Happy Hour with Teresa Greco” on Hopeful Radio and Skyward TV. With a master’s degree in education, Teresa is an educator of over 25 years and an educational technologies consultant who coaches students with learning disabilities on the use of various educational software to help them uncover their potential by removing barriers and obstacles so they can flourish in all areas of their lives. In episode 459 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Teresa chose the University of Toronto for her undergraduate experience, why did she feel like something was missing when she had already achieved everything society said was important, what are the latest studies on happiness saying about how can we achieve happiness in life, how we can get started with meditation if we've never done it before, what is the mental freedom coaching program, what is a reiki master and why that's helpful, and how we can learn to forgive. Enjoy!

Do you want to tap into our creativity in the business world? Our next guest will tell you how. Gina Perregrino is an American opera singer, teaching artist, and writer. Her experiences in the high-pressure world of operatic training and performance have led to advocate for more transparency around the emotional, financial, and geographical realities of being a full-time opera singer, as one can read about in her work published in Huffington Post. She is the creator FORTE, a series of musical-based workshops, using music as the catalyst for social, emotional and somatic awareness, available to conservatories and young artist programs across the country. A daughter and granddaughter in a family of quiet artists, Perregrino is determined to make some noise. In episode 458 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out when Gina knew that music was going to be her path in life, what it's like being a full-time opera singer in terms of the emotional, financial, and geographical realities, what she does when she feels the nerves and anxiety hit just before a big performance on stage, whether chasing your dreams is really worth sacrificing weddings, funerals, birthdays, and silencing your own needs, what attendees learn from her workshop called FORTE even if they aren't creatives, how you can use your vulnerability as a strength, how we can tap into our creativity in the business world, how we can hold onto our identity as a college student, and what we should do when we feel "stuck" in life. Enjoy!

Are you searching for a happiness tune up? If your corporation or association is looking for a dynamic, funny speaker with a lasting influence, Liah Kraft-Kristaine, J.D. has programs on motivational leadership, communication, presentation skills, and creating wealth. Liah has spoken in nearly 500 cities on 4 continents, has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey show as a guest expert, and is the author of 15 books, She is a former broadcaster on CNN, PBS, and is a former practicing attorney. Liah is the founder and director of LifeStar Academy Foundation for girls aging out of the foster care system, teaching life skills for healthy, happy adjustment to entry into a productive adult life. In episode 457 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Liah decided to go to law school at Emory University School of Law, what she learned about the media by working as a CNN and PBS Broadcaster, how college graduates can build affordable housing quickly for themselves, what is the ASF process and how does it help with depression, and as the author of the book "30 Days to Happiness" - what is a Happiness Tune Up and how will that help with our resiliency? Enjoy!

Are you interested in evaluating college student investments? Andrew Parrillo is the author of "Beat the Wealth Management Hustle". He is a Boston University graduate, Founder of Newport Capital Advisers, 1995-2019, and Managing Member and Founder, Victory Road Investors, 2000 to 2020. He had various investment advisory roles at firms before founding his own firm in 1995. In episode 456 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Andrew chose Boston University for his undergraduate experience, what made him want to join Sigma Phi Epsilon, how we should get over our anxiety around investing, why there has been so much diminished purchasing power of the dollar in places such as the grocery store, why he wrote the book "Beat the Wealth Management Hustle", and what are the four critical questions that investors must answer. Enjoy!

Are you looking for tips on self-acceptance and self-love? Talia Gutierrez is a skilled motivational, mental health professional and speaker that has the ability to create lasting change on individuals’ lives through her work. Talia has been sharing her knowledge with an audience since 2018 when she began a blog. Talia has a vast background in communications, from her undergraduate degree, internships in radio and TV, content creation on social media, and a number of workshops and conferences that she has spoken at. She has a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and is a Psychotherapist in private practice. Talia’s keynote speech is on “Putting Your Oxygen Mask On First” is one that will leave the audience walking away with practical tools and tips to improve their mental wellbeing. In episode 455 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Talia chose Kennesaw State for her undergraduate experience, what made her decide to join Delta Phi Epsilon sorority, what makes her so passionate about mental health, what it's like working as a psychotherapist, what are her tips on self-acceptance and self-love, what we should do when we feel anxiety coming, what are the benefits of therapy, how life coaching is different from therapy, and some of the programs she delivers on college campuses. Enjoy!

Do you want to know the red flags of emotionally abusive relationships? Content warning: This episode contains discussions about dating violence and sexual assault. Ashley Bendiksen is a survivor turned activist, speaker, and coach. She never could have dreamed that the dark struggles of her younger self once faced would one day lead me to her purpose. Her story and her work are her life's mission. When Ashley says that she’s a proud survivor of abuse, assault, and complex trauma, she mean this. At one point, she truly believed she was destined to be a victim, to struggle. Ashley never knew there could be more for her. That is, until it all came crashing down forcing her to make a change. Today, she is an expert in abuse prevention, a national speaker, and Top Youth Speaker. She’s also an author, an activist, nonprofit founder, co-owner of a life coaching agency for youth, and founder of the Blue Hearts Project. Oh... and she’s a nerd, a journaler, a discreet punster, tireless adventurer, she likes to sing, she plays the piano, and she hangs at the ocean year-round (yep, in the New England snow). In episode 454 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out more about dating violence and sexual abuse by Ashley's first boyfriend at age 14, what made her choose UMass Lowell for her undergraduate experience, how she got into another abusive relationship at 18 which caused her to drop out of school, how college students should be approaching relationships, what are the red flags of domestic violence and emotionally abusive relationships, how to get out of a toxic relationship, how college students can support their friends/sisters/brothers, ways we can increase safety and prevention such as teaching consent or bystander intervention, and what Ashley's new book called "The Language of Time" is all about.

Are you interested in personal branding AI websites for college students? Deb Dutta is the CEO of Criya - an AI tech startup backed by the prestigious Y Combinator and top tier VCs. Deb is a female immigrant founder with 13+ years of experience as a successful Product Executive at PayPal, Microsoft, Hitachi. Deb holds a Masters degree from Carnegie Mellon in computer science. Featured on Forbes, TechCrunch, New York Times, CBS and Y Combinator, Deb is an established keynote speaker, Forbes contributor and leads the Women in Product chapter. Aside from that, Deb actively mentors women to develop their skills in product management, entrepreneurship and fundraising. As the CEO of Criya, an AI startup, with a mission to shape the future of Professional Excellence. Deb’s vision is to empower every professional to level up their professional presence and collateral with AI, in 20 seconds with perfectly designed, on-brand web pages. In episode 453 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out about the importance of women in Tech and why Deb is so passionate about it, what is a Head of Product and what are the daily responsibilities like, how the product for Criya came about, how she was able to raise over $5M in VC funding, why personal branding AI websites are important for college students, what is her response to those in higher education that are hesitant to embrace AI, how college students can grow their network, what is her time management advice, and how college students can lead their organizations to success. Enjoy!

Having worked for both a fraternity HQ and professionally on campuses for over a decade, Cory Bosco has worked with communities of all sizes across most of the US and Canada. While currently working as the Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life at Bradley University, Cory has also helped create large-scale learning strategies having served as the Conference Chair and on the Conference Leadership Team for the Northeast Greek Leadership Association’s Annual Conference. Cory’s drive is to help fraternity and sorority members recognize the potential that they have to be transformative leaders, change thinkers, and tone setters for their own campus and beyond. He believes that fraternities and sororities serve an ever more pivotal role in our changing society and the college experience. Cory is dedicated toward providing skills development and practice for our fraternity and sorority members so that they may excel as leaders within their own chapters, councils, and communities. Whether you are looking to build up a chapter or strengthen a whole community, Cory has the experience, passion, and vision to help see your community grow and succeed. In episode 452 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, Cory tells us why he chose SIUE for his undergraduate experience, what was special about Sigma Pi that made him want to join, what it was like working for the Sigma Pi headquarters as an Educational Leadership Consultant, what his advice is for choosing a Student Affairs Program, what he is most proud of from working with NGLA, what he learned by working with the Fraternity and Sorority community at UMBC, how the community is different at Bradley University, why other campuses should work with Cory on leadership workshops, and what a membership review looks like in your chapter (perhaps we should be doing them on a regular basis - proactively). Enjoy!

Are you a college student trying to find your life purpose? The NY Times did a study that showed that only 25% actually know their life's purpose. People are wandering through life unsure about why they are here on this earth. Most of us will start with why to find their purpose, but in reality we should end with it. As a former collegiate athlete at John Carroll, to playing basketball overseas in China, Tyler Cerny transitioned his competitive nature into growing and scaling businesses. He has scaled dozens of companies by helping them grow collectively by more than $10M. He has worked with some of the biggest names in the personal development industry like Tony Robbins, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, and Grant Cardone, to name a few earning him a spot as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship. When Tyler is not working on scaling brands, he spends time with his beautiful wife, goes to the beach in Florida, and serves at his church. In episode 451 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how Tyler was able to get beyond his struggles with his speech impediment as a child, why he decided to go to John Carroll University,  what it was like to meet Jack Canfield, how his TEDx talk called “How to Find Your Life’s Purpose” has changed his life, and what is his advice for college students trying to find their life purpose. Enjoy!

Looking for dating tips in college? Dr. Sarah Michaud is a clinical psychologist in central Massachusetts. After twenty years of sobriety, she was forced to confront the shame of her husband relapsing and the desperate behaviors that occur when one attempts to save another. What unfolded was a life that she could never have imagined. Her book, “Co-Crazy: One Psychologist’s Recovery from Codependency and Addiction”, is about her journey back to her true self, the warrior and woman she was meant to be. It will help anyone who wants to live beyond trying to save, fix or change another, whether it is a child, a spouse, or a friend, addicted or not, and get your life back. It will help transform you from codependency’s profound and debilitating effects and settle into a life of authenticity, laughter, openness, and peace. In episode 450 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out more about Sarah's drug addiction in her youth, what made her want to get into clinical psychology later in life, how to stop worrying about what others think, how to stop being focused on fixing everyone around you, what we should do when an interaction or an event triggers a childhood trauma, how you can allow yourself to feel angry without acting out in anger, what happens when we don't speak up because we don't want to "hurt someone's feelings", what are some tips for better communication so the people in your life feel heard and validated, and what are some dating tips while you're in college. Enjoy!

Corey Poirier is a multiple-time TEDx Speaker and was recently announced as one of just 15 SUCCESS Magazine Emerging Entrepreneurs. He is also the host of the top rated ‘Let’s Do Influencing’ Radio Show, founder of the growing bLU Talks brand, and has been featured in multiple television specials. He is a Barnes and Noble, Amazon, Apple Books and Kobo Bestselling Author, Award Winning Author, and the co-author of the Wall Street Journal / USA Today Bestseller, Quitless. A columnist with Entrepreneur and Forbes magazine, Corey has interviewed over 7,500 of the world’s top leaders, including everyone from Ken Honda, Lisa Nichols, Dr. Shefali, Deepak Chopra, and he has spoken on-site at events at Harvard, Columbia, MIT, UCLA, Stanford, Cambridge and more recently to Microsoft team leaders and at Kyle Wilson’s Inner Circle retreat which has featured everyone from Brian Tracy to Mark Victor Hansen. Corey is now releasing "The Enlightened Passenger" book with Morgan James Publishing. In episode 449 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how college student can find their purpose, how we can expand our comfort zone, how college students can double their personal income, how we can use meditation for manifestation, what are the common threads identified in terms of successful leaders, and how you can learn the practice of focus and being all in. Enjoy! 

Miss Charlynne Boddie is an ordained minister with a prophetic edge, seasoned media professional and Hollywood producer, author, international life coach for people of all ages and has served as a corporate, police and military chaplain in the US and Europe. She is a former lead press officer for the White House, Ambassador for Israel and recent Pentagon instructor who has worked for both the Clinton and Bush Administrations for several of America's largest national disasters. In episode 448 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out more about Charlynne's life as a child, what made her decide to attend Oral Roberts University, what it was like to work as a press secretary in the White House for Bill Clinton’s administration, what it was like meeting Oprah, how she was able to meet Beyoncé, how college students can find their purpose in life, how major health scares has shaped how she approaches each day, and what are some tips for writing that will bring peace into your life. Enjoy!

Maria Maldonado Smith is the Chief Empowerment Officer of MMS Consulting and creator of the Executive Vision Imagery program. Maria joined Alpha Delta Pi at the University of Kentucky, and she is a former Miss Kentucky who made the shift from the Miss America competition to Corporate America. After 18 years of award-winning success in the corporate space working as a sales leader for Fortune 500 companies across three different industries, Maria brings her unparalleled combination of experience to her proprietary process and interactive trainings, helping companies understand the science and benefits of goal-setting for their employees. She equips leaders, employees and organizations to clearly define goals and create a roadmap to achieving them, which allows for better alignment with corporate culture, leading to increased productivity and profitability. Maria has served numerous national and international clients, including US House of Representatives, Disney and Paramount Studios. In episode 447 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out if Maria was always thinking about big future goals with such optimism, what made her choose the University of Kentucky, what the experience was like in 2004 to be crowned the first Hispanic Miss Kentucky and then wun the opportunity to represent Kentucky at the Miss America 2005 pageant in Atlantic City, what made her decide to head into the corporate world, how does she create a vision for the future using Executive Vision Imagery, what college students should consider when making a resume, how to excel at the interview, and how students can motivate the members of their fraternity or sorority. Enjoy! 

Aaron Patterson has overcome years of roadblocks and failures so he leads vulnerably with his scars first, he’s been a youth mentor for over eight years and comes from the music industry so he has a knack for storytelling and connecting with students past the surface. His presentations challenge students to be more because they’re made for more. Leaving them inspired and ready to break free from any negative cycle stopping them from having a brighter future. We’re living in a day and age where young people are struggling mentally and suffering in silence, people are feeling hopeless and discouraged every day they wake up. That’s why Aaron strives to empower each student to harness the power of their pain, transform it into purpose, and thereby create a brighter and better future for themselves and the community. In episode 446 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how we can prevent students from dimming their light just to fit in with the crowd, what made Aaron decide to get sober, how to transform pain in your life into your life's purpose, how we can shift away from alcohol/drugs on college campuses, how to improve retention in your organization, how we can discover the leader that is inside all of us, what are some tips to improve your GPA, and how we can adopt a positive mindset. Enjoy!

Mike Starr managed a successful $100 million dollar a year manufacturing business. He is an avid adventurer who climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro & canoed 54 days from Pittsburgh to New Orleans. He is an executive life coach, former nuclear trained submarine officer, & seasoned problem solver. Mike empowered dozens of business improvement teams with “one simple question” to clearly identify obstacles & implement lasting solutions. He graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a B.S. in E.E. He is active in the NAMI & Al-Anon communities & has been married for 44 years; he lives in Conway, AR. In episode 445 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why he and a friend canoed 1850 miles from Pittsburgh to New Orleans, what it was like to go on a hitchhiking Odyssey for 5 months, how his time in the Navy impacted his life, why the foundation for success lies with conviction with our values, how organizations can do what we say we will do, why language is so important, what is "betterism" as described in his book "Journey into Peace", and how college students can design habits and routines to be better automatically. Enjoy! 

Mike Hassell is educated formally as an engineer (Georgia Tech BEE), humanist (Vanderbilt Master Liberal Arts & Sciences), and executive (Harvard MBA), Mike Hassell is a Renaissance man and a brother of FIJI, reflecting on the fruits from 50 years of curiosity and various pursuits in science, history, psychology, and philosophy. Mike co-founded and managed Knowledge Products, an audio publisher (1985-1998) of 140+ titles on the great ideas of history. During the next 20 years as a senior executive in startup/early businesses, Mike’s main hobby was reading widely in non-fiction – accumulating yet more ideas and resources to fold into the book called Deep Tradeoffs. Deep Tradeoffs packs in 315 quotes, from Aristotle to Stevie Wonder, in 200 pages. By thematically connecting these chunks of wisdom in a thoughtful, probing, conversational overview, Mike illuminates eternally conflicting values and truths. He shows how they’ve been conflicting for millennia -- and underlie today’s raging culture wars. In episode 444 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Mike chose Georgia Tech, why he decided to join FIJI, how he knows which business ideas are good ones that are worth funding, what made him want to write the book "Deep Tradeoffs: Finding Balance and Respect In A Polarized, Angry World", when should we confront vs. accept, is it ‘idealistic’ to be earnestly optimistic or ‘realistic’ to be cynical and pessimistic, when is deception necessary, and what is the best way to manage conflict in our fraternity or sorority. Enjoy! 

In high school, Shaan Patel was like most kids. He was a good student who got As and Bs. However, he was a poor standardized test-taker. Shaan had a lot of test anxiety, had no idea how to prepare for standardized exams, and received only an average score on his first SAT.After spending hundreds of hours studying for the SAT in high school, Shaan raised his SAT score 640 points from average to perfect. Only 0.02% of all high school students achieve a perfect SAT score. Shaan’s perfect SAT score completely changed his life! He received admission to top universities and over $500,000 in college scholarships. Now, Dr. Shaan Patel has created Prep Expert to help high school students achieve their own dreams. Prep Expert has helped more than 100,000 students improve their SAT and ACT scores, get into top colleges, and win over $100 million in scholarships. Prep Expert offers online SAT and ACT courses, academic tutoring, and college admissions consulting. Dr. Shaan Patel completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree at the University of Southern California, Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Yale University, Medical Degree (MD) at the University of Southern California, and dermatology residency at Temple University Hospital. Dr. Shaan Patel is the Founder and CEO of Prep Expert. On ABC’s Shark Tank, he closed a deal with Mark Cuban for an investment in Prep Expert. Dr. Patel is also a board-certified dermatologist who practices teledermatology. In episode 443 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how Shaan was able to boost his SAT score to a perfect score, why he chose to go to school at USC, how he was able to get Prep Expert onto Shark Tank, how Mark Cuban was able to help him propel his business after the show aired, what is the business secret to reaching over 100,000 clients, why so many colleges are reinstating their standardized test requirements after getting rid of it years ago, what are some tips for college students reduce their costs and debt, what was the Entrepreneurship Panel Shaan co-hosted to help underprivileged youth in Chicago, and whether he's still practicing as a dermatologist like he said he would on Shark Tank. Enjoy! 

Mike Vasquez’ own mother was a victim of the opioid crisis in 1961 and struggled with addiction for the rest of her life. Mike started a business that helped thousands of opioid-addicted patients successfully detox. Mike also: - Filed the first prevention patent in the opioid crisis - Has been named to the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Hall of Fame - Received the National US Chamber of Commerce Blue Chip Enterprise Award - Developed the first electronic medical record system with AI to go public on the NASDAQ - Has been endorsed by a former US “Drug Czar” and former DEA Head, he has saved large, self-insured employers millions of dollars a year in healthcare costs and liabilities and saved lives in the process. In episode 442 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what made him want to join Kappa Sigma at the University of Iowa, why he transferred to Drake University, what it was like to go public on NASDAQ, how college students can take a more active role in alcohol/drug abuse prevention, what made him and his wife build opioid detox programs, how artificial intelligence (AI) is a promising and transformative tool for preventing drug abuse, what you should consider if a doctor wants to prescribe a painkiller for you, how 42 States will spend $26.0B over the next 18 years for the opioid crisis, what is the missed opportunity in the 70% of people in America’s jails (12.0M every year) that would be assessed as addicted, and how we are going to finally solve the opioid crisis. 

Kathy Gardarian is the Founder and CEO of Qualis International Inc., a multi-million dollar sales and distribution company. She has served as a director on many boards, both corporate and non-profit, including Van’s Inc., The World Business Academy, Chapman University, The Gorbachov State of the World Forum, and the Woman’s Leadership Board at Harvard’s JFK School. She was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association of Woman Business Owners, and her company Qualis International Inc. has been one of the top forty woman-owned businesses in Orange County in Southern California. She lives in Newport Coast, California and published the book called "The Wisdom of Love in Business". In episode 441, we find out why she decided on Cal State Los Angeles for her undergraduate experience, how her company (Qualis International) has been so successful, how meeting the Dalai Lama changed the way she approaches business, where college students can do to find mentors, how college students can get better at solving problems, why you shouldn't stay for the money if you're unhappy at work, how you can clarify your intentions with people around you to reach your goals, why lifelong learning is so important, and how you can balance your masculine and feminine energies. Enjoy! 

Marjorie Hope graduated from Salisbury University and obtained post graduate certifications from the London School of Economics, and Harvard University. As a competitive gymnast, she owned and operated a large gymnastics school, embracing the synergy between mind, body, and spirit while incorporating the importance of being “fit for life” and that “more is possible”. In 2016 she founded America Connected, an international non-partisan, non-profit organization teaching people around the world how to connect through cultural diplomacy. They embrace an entirely non-partisan, non-political and proactive approach to bringing people of the world closer together and discovering that they share much more in common than what separates them. In episode 440 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Marjorie chose Salisbury University for her undergraduate experience, what is the significance of gymnastics in promoting health, why it's important for college students to create circles in their life, whether social media is a connector or a disconnector, what students should do if they see a red flag from someone they are connected to on social media, what does America Connected do, what we should do if we see political divisions in groups that we belong to, why the family dinner is so important, and why connecting different nations is so important. Enjoy! 

Rob Dubin is an international keynote speaker and Amazon #1 Best Selling author on happiness and employee engagement. His TEDx talk on Happiness has been viewed over 250K times. Rob was an award winning filmmaker who traveled the world making TV programs and commercials for Fortune 500 companies. He is also a serial entrepreneur who created multiple 7 figure businesses. After a near death survival experience that would have sidelined most, Rob bounced back more resilient than ever. At the age of 42 he and his wife sold their home, moved onto a 40’ sailboat, and spent the next 17 years sailing around the world studying human happiness and fulfillment. Given the ever changing nature of life at sea Rob learned first hand the key traits of resilience. Today Rob gives back by teaching courses in resilient leadership and employee happiness which increase engagement and reduce burnout. In episode 439 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how he and his wife survived a snow storm for days while missing in Aspen, Colorado with no tent or sleeping bag, how being happy in his subconscious mind ultimately saved his wife's fingers and feet, what he learned about happiness and personal growth by sailing around the world for 17 years, why visualization is so important, how we can rewrite the stories of our past failures, how to overcome fear, what is his advice in retaining our members or employees, and how to balance business success with personal fulfillment. Enjoy!

Joel Dubin is a retired cybersecurity consultant turned humor author and foreign languages enthusiast. "The 7 Habits of Highly Dysfunctional Companies" was inspired by stupidity he observed at companies who sabotage not only their security but their business, as well. The 7 Habits are the most common problems he saw at screwed up companies around the world. This isn’t a typical business book. It’s a humor book poking fun at office politics, bureaucracy and toxic work environments, all ingredients of successful dysfunctional companies. It’s sort of an anti-manual of how not to run a business. Joel is the author of both editions of The Little Black Book of Computer Security and has an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University. In episode 438 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Joel chose Northwestern University for his undergraduate and MBA, why he decided to write the book, "The 7 Habits of Highly Dysfunctional Companies", how college students can evaluate potential employers to avoid dysfunctional companies, why so many companies are bad at customer service, how we can make companies more efficient, how we can eliminate unnecessary meetings that could have been emails, how companies can retain their best employees, and what Joel's thoughts are on remote employees. Enjoy!

In the fall of 1994, Nathaniel Turner learned he would become a father. Given the tumult of his childhood, Nathaniel was terrified that he would be a chip off the wrong block. Determined not to sentence his child to the same adverse childhood experiences Nate suffered, Nate did something novel. He studied backward design and how he might apply it to parenting. The backward design approach worked phenomenally for his son. In addition to raising a multilingual child accepted to 27 of America's best universities, receiving a fellowship to earn his Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and full-ride to NYU's Stern School of Business, to name a few highlights, Nate discovered that the tools, techniques, and strategies used to aid him on his educational and life journey were applicable for Nate’s own life. Nowadays, Nate enjoys sharing what he knows about raising children and helping students get in and graduate from their dream schools with little to no debt. Equally important is that he gets to share with others how to design your life backward so that you can live your life just as you always imagined. In episode 437 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how Nate was able to rise above 8 adverse childhood experiences, what made him choose Butler University, what made him want to join Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., what is a life template and how does it work, how do we raise dreamers who embrace the responsibility to change the world, why do other generations like to attack generation Z, how universities can improve their retention and graduation rates, how fitness watches can help you, and what are some diet and nutrition tips for college students. Enjoy!

Our next guest, Leia Hunt, is a 2x childhood cancer survivor, founder of the nonprofit known as Leia’s Kids, podcast host, inspirational speaker, and author of My Battle Plan Journal. Leia has turned the devastation of her childhood cancer into a testimony of hope and faith. Leia is passionate about sharing her story and has embraced the opportunity to speak at various events. Leia’s unique perspective on surviving and thriving is a story that she is willing to share with others. In episode 436 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what Leia's childhood was like with all the side effects from chemo treatment and being blind in one eye, why she started a non-profit and how she helps other families, how does the Board of Directors help the non-profit move forward, what are some of the bills and legislation that you are advocating for, what are the journals that were created for folks who are battling childhood cancer, how Leia can help by speaking on your college campus, what are some of the future plans for Leia's Kids, and how things have gone at Collin College and then Texas A&M Commerce while running the non-profit. Enjoy! 

Professionally speaking, Philip Blackett is passionate about helping entrepreneurs and small business owners grow their dream businesses, while utilizing his skillset in sales, marketing and business development. Philip served as President of Cemetery Services, Inc., a seven-figure business he bought based in the Greater Boston area. He’s worked at FedEx, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, and Chick-fil-A. Philip graduated from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary with his Masters of Divinity (M.Div) degree with a concentration in Great Commission Studies. He also earned his MBA from Harvard Business School. In college, Philip graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as a Morehead-Cain Scholar, majoring in Political Science and Economics. Philip is a Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. When he is not fulfilling his purpose, Philip enjoys reading, watching sports, and raising his twin daughters, Sofia and Elizabeth, with his wife Mayra. In episode 435 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Philip decided to go to UNC Chapel Hill, why he decided to join Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., what makes companies like as FedEx, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, and Chick-fil-A successful, How can we navigate tough conversations and disagree with someone's views but still respect and love that person, how can we train ourselves to be open to new ideas and thoughts, what lessons he learned from his first failed business, what are the core four of dream business growth. Enjoy!

Doug Crowe won the Dale Carnegie Highest Achievement award as a high school student, and was one of the youngest trainers for that organization. He graduated from Northwestern University with a B.S. in speech, with a concentration in radio, TV and film. His clients include C-suite professionals from Apple, NASA, Louis Vuitton, the NFL, Bank of America, the U.S. Coast Guard, US Navy, and US Marines. While Doug has amassed a lifetime of experience and success as an author, speaker and media insider, he knows the power of associating with a world class team. From producing & publishing best-selling books, marketing on the largest infomercial network in the country or producing blockbuster Hollywood movies, Doug’s team has done it all and continues to excel with every client and joint venture they align themselves with. He is an avid scuba diver, instrument-rated private pilot, photographer, magician, and father of three. In episode 434 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Doug chose Northwestern University for his undergraduate experience, how he was able to develop the RYLA leadership training program for Rotary, what Doug learned after writing a book he wasn't happy with in 2008, what are other ways to build credibility other than writing a book, how we can embed humanity into the use of AI, what are the best ways to build your brand, how to create referrals for your brand without spending a dime, what are some secret success strategies used by today's most effective leaders, and how you can quickly accomplish your goals. Enjoy!

Irma (pronounced Ear-ma) Herrera is a civil rights lawyer turned playwright and solo performer, and she uses storytelling and theater to open hearts and minds. After three decades of working in pursuit of fairness and justice, she turned her attention to storytelling on stage. This work is an extension of her social justice advocacy, and she uses the skills developed as a lawyer to explore themes of othering and belonging. Her one-woman show “Why Would I Mispronounce My Own Name?” is a work of creative nonfiction that is a mashup of personal narrative, lessons in American history, and stories about respecting people’s names, even when they don’t sound and look like “real” American names. In episode 433 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out when Irma noticed her love of languages, why she decided to attend Notre Dame Law School, where she got the idea for her one-woman show called "Why Would I Mispronounce My Own Name?", how the Muslim ban, the racializing of COVID-19 and the rise in hate crimes against Asian Americans, and laws targeting trans youth are all related, why she believe that her multiple identities are indivisible, and what we can do to create organizations that treat everyone with respect and dignity. Enjoy!

Raised in poverty by a single teenage mother, Reggie Ford has been fortunate to receive an education from some of the most elite institutions in the country. This diverse background has helped him understand the common threads that run through humanity. He is an old soul, a lifelong learner, a humble teacher, and a natural go-getter, bringing a unique and valued perspective to those around him. He empowers everyone he encounters as he continues to grow into his best self. His story of turning the pain and struggle of his past into peace and abundance captivates audiences and makes him the epitome of perseverance. Reggie is an award-winning entrepreneur, bestselling author, mental health advocate, and social activist. He is also a proud husband of Katie and dad to their beloved dog Rosie. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, cooking, reading, practicing and teaching yoga, and spending time with loved ones. In episode 432 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Reggie chose Vanderbilt University for his undergraduate experience and Masters Degree, what was the most difficult part of being a first generation student, how he was able to pivot once he realized he wasn't going to the NFL, what motivated Reggie to write the book "Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction (PTSD): Breaking the Curse of Intergenerational Trauma as a Black Man in America", what happened the day he had a panic attack that left him unable to think clearly, what are ways college students can prioritize their mental health and wellbeing, what is the process of perseverance, and how today's college students can build deeper connections with other students on campus and gain that sense of belonging. Enjoy!

As Clint Pardoe was about to graduate from college, he didn’t know what he wanted to do with his degree in Business. This, combined with the ending of a romantic relationship, led him to experiencing overt anxiety, which led to depression, which led to some deep soul-searching. He spent the next year waiting tables & obsessively reading books about personal growth and spirituality. Inspired by a former Professor, Clint went to graduate school to teach public speaking and interpersonal communication classes at the college level and, after a few years of doing so, did post-graduate work in Business/Life Coaching. This led to him writing The 4 Secrets to College Life Success and speaking & coaching in both the college and real estate markets. A decade later, two decades after this journey started, Clint felt called to refocus his energy on speaking at colleges and now offers two programs, Awaken Your Potential & Wake Up Call. He also hosts a weekly podcast-like meditation and conversation where, in community, college students can awaken to and live more of their full potential. In episode 431 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what made Clint want to become an Adjunct Professor, what is Youth Speaker University and what Clint does for them, what is emotional balance, what are some communication tools that students can use in order to improve relationships with family, friends, teachers, and significant others, what are tips to improve time management skills, why support from others helpful for students to transform areas of their own lives, why service is so important for college students, and what his TEDx talk is about versus his presentations on college campuses. Enjoy!

Let’s talk to The Greatness Activator! Natalie Spellman is a Transformational Success Coach, Mental Health Clinician, Occupational Therapist, Author, Transformational Speaker, and a US Combat Marine. She is empowering individuals to unlock their potential, overcome challenges, and find purpose. In episode 430 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Natalie chose Stony Brook University for her undergraduate experience, how her service as a US Combat Marine shaped her as a person, how she was able to heal from emotional, mental, and spiritual turmoil, how she figured out what her purpose was in life, what are the 5 Steps to Stepping Into Greatness, what are the different functional identity types, what advice she has for stress management, what readers would learn in her new book "Drop Stress Like a Hot Potato", and what is the process in putting together a life roadmap for a client. Enjoy!

More than just an executive business, life coach, and speaker, Jesse Hile is on a mission to help high performers, leaders, athletes, teams, and organizations to create the most extraordinary version of themselves. By leading with empathy and compassion, Jesse is helping his clients find ways to create the life and business they desire, and the person they want to become. Through his deep 1:1 coaching and team development coaching, individuals and teams see a long lasting transformation personally and professionally. His job is to care about you and the results you want to create for yourself, holding you accountable to keep you responsible for elevating to the life you desire. In episode 429 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Jesse chose Indiana State University for his undergraduate experience, what was special about the men of Phi Kappa Psi that made him want to join, what was the powerful and personal story about his fraternity brothers helping him in a time of crisis, how students can lead with empathy and compassion to create meaningful and powerful relationships in their chapter, how he discovers what is truly holding his clients back from where they want to be, how to fix retention in your organization, how we improve unity on a college campus between fraternity and sorority chapters, why vulnerability is so important in leadership, and how you can be more fully present. Enjoy! 

Join the women of Greek University in this International Women's Day Celebration called "I'm so beautiful, it's ridiculous". This conversation about women's mental health features emcee Ms. Tish Norman as well as panelists Priscilla Maria Gutierrez, Erica Music, Brandy Wilson Edwards, and Sarah Callazzo. Enjoy!

Our next guest is Derrick Scott II, a Mentor, Keynote and Public Speaker, as well as a Finance Strategy & Transformation Consultant. Derrick is an accomplished, collaborative & result-driven leader with over 7 years’ experience in strategic planning & management consulting. Assists institutions by integrating products to enable enterprise growth. He possesses the ability to thrive in fast paced working environments by applying analytical thinking, industry best practices, & adapting to ambiguity. He leverages technical & financial expertise in delivering dynamic recommendations and presentations for his clients. In episode 428 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Derrick chose Florida State for his undergraduate experience, why he decided to join Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (Iota-Delta Chapter), how he was able to plan and execute events for 115,000 alumni as the Board President of the Florida State University Young Alumni Council, what were his job responsibilities at GE Power and also Deloitte, what is Cardinal Wisdom Consulting, how students can overcome fear and unlock their leadership potential, what surprised Derrick about his conversations with students about fear, and how he stayed committed to growth even when life handed him some obstacles to overcome. Enjoy! 

Alison Hornung is a 23 year old graduate of the University of Rhode Island, with degrees in Global Business Management, German, and Human Development and Family Sciences. She has been a passionate childhood cancer advocate since the age of 12. Her biggest inspiration remains her honorary “little sis,” Ella, who battled leukemia for 3 years. Ella lit a spark for Ali and all those around her that inspire them to fight for what they believe in. Ali has advocated multiple times to Congress members in D.C. and virtually for more funding for pediatric cancer in honor of Ella and all of the other fighters, survivors and angels. ⁣ Ali has raised over $350,000 for various organizations including LLS, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, The Izzy Foundation, Talia’s Legacy, The Tomorrow Fund and more. She is the founder of Miracle Masks, a small business where she has created over 2,500 face masks and donated all of the proceeds to childhood cancer foundations. In episode 427 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Ali has been a passionate childhood cancer advocate since the age of 12, why she decided to attend the University of Rhode Island, what was special about the sisters of Sigma Delta Tau that made her want to join, how she was able to get results as VP of Philanthropy and Service for Panhellenic, how she's been able to raise $350,000 for various organizations since then, her advice for other passionate non-profit leaders that also want that kind of media attention, how you can go from pain to passion in life, and what's next for The Glimmer of Hope Foundation over the next five years. Enjoy! 

Dr. John W. McAllister is a productive and recognized higher education scholar with professional experience in Graduate education, Blindness and visual impairments, Graduate Education Program Coordination, student affairs, academic program administration, and disability services management. Dr. McAllister maintains an active research agenda that examines race, gender, and disabilities in American higher education, diversity issues in colleges access and achievement; the effects of education policies and campus environments on racial/ethnic minority student outcomes; and access to programs and accommodations for students with disabilities. He also participates in multiple higher education and Blind and visually impaired professional associations via committees and certification and continuing education programs. In episode 426 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how moving to the white neighborhood of Ferguson, Missouri impacted Dr. McAllister as a child, why working with students who have disabilities is a lifelong passion, what his definition of student success is and how fraternities and sororities help student success, why he decided on Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. as a student organization, how do we change the narrative of Fraternities and Sororities to be more in line with our values, how we can make our student organizations more accessible to students with disabilities, what are his responsibilities at University of Arkansas at Little Rock as program coordinator for Rehab of the Blind, and how do we get more diversity among tenured professors on college campuses. Enjoy!