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Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 32: July / August Editorial Board
In this episode of theFlorida Specifier Podcast, Brett Cyphers is joined by editor-in-chief Patrick Gillespie and editorial board member Jeff Littlejohn for a lively conversation that dives into Florida’s finalized state budget, line-item vetoes, and what it all means for environmental funding—particularly water quality grants and Everglades restoration. Special guest Jamie Sheehan, Conference Director of the Environmental Permitting Summer School (EPSS), joins the crew to give a behind-the-scenes preview of this year’s event in Marco Island. From revamped schedules and streamlined sessions to an exciting new fireside chat with current and former FDEP secretaries, this y...
2025-07-09
21 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 32: July / August Editorial Board
In this episode of theFlorida Specifier Podcast, Brett Cyphers is joined by editor-in-chief Patrick Gillespie and editorial board member Jeff Littlejohn for a lively conversation that dives into Florida’s finalized state budget, line-item vetoes, and what it all means for environmental funding—particularly water quality grants and Everglades restoration. Special guest Jamie Sheehan, Conference Director of the Environmental Permitting Summer School (EPSS), joins the crew to give a behind-the-scenes preview of this year’s event in Marco Island. From revamped schedules and streamlined sessions to an exciting new fireside chat with current and former FDEP secretaries, this y...
2025-07-09
21 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 32: July / August Editorial Board
In this episode of theFlorida Specifier Podcast, Brett Cyphers is joined by editor-in-chief Patrick Gillespie and editorial board member Jeff Littlejohn for a lively conversation that dives into Florida’s finalized state budget, line-item vetoes, and what it all means for environmental funding—particularly water quality grants and Everglades restoration. Special guest Jamie Sheehan, Conference Director of the Environmental Permitting Summer School (EPSS), joins the crew to give a behind-the-scenes preview of this year’s event in Marco Island. From revamped schedules and streamlined sessions to an exciting new fireside chat with current and former FDEP secretaries, this y...
2025-07-09
21 min
Football Picks
Appalachian State Mountaineers 2025 Team Preview (Ep. 1900)
The College Football Experience (@TCEonSGPN) on the Sports Gambling Podcast Network continues its 136 college football team preview series with the Appalachian State Mountaineers 2025 Season Preview episode. Pick Dundee aka (@TheColbyD) & Ryan McIntyre (@Moneyline_Mac) break down the upcoming Appalachian State Mountaineers season from the roster to each and every game on the schedule in 2025. What do we make of the head coaching hire of Dowell Loggains? Will Coach Loggains have App State competing for a Sun Belt Championship in year one? Did App State win or lose the transfer portal in 2025? Will it be AJ S...
2025-07-08
52 min
Sports Gambling Podcast Network
Appalachian State Mountaineers 2025 Team Preview (Ep. 1900)
The College Football Experience (@TCEonSGPN) on the Sports Gambling Podcast Network continues its 136 college football team preview series with the Appalachian State Mountaineers 2025 Season Preview episode. Pick Dundee aka (@TheColbyD) & Ryan McIntyre (@Moneyline_Mac) break down the upcoming Appalachian State Mountaineers season from the roster to each and every game on the schedule in 2025. What do we make of the head coaching hire of Dowell Loggains? Will Coach Loggains have App State competing for a Sun Belt Championship in year one?Did App State win or lose the transfer portal in 2025? Will it be AJ Swann or...
2025-07-08
52 min
Morning Mingle with Mark Wells
Ryan Littlejohn & Lily Simpson, Wayne County 4-H
Mark's guest were Ryan Littlejohn and Lily Simpson from Wayne County 4-H talking about the upcoming events taking place beginning with the Horse Show Saturday at the Wayne County Saddle Club leading in to the Wayne County Fair in Fairfield.
2025-06-26
31 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 31: May / June Editorial Board
In this episode of the Florida Specifier Podcast, hosts Brett Cyphers and Ryan Matthews are joined by editorial board members Jeff Littlejohn and Patrick Gillespie for a dynamic roundtable conversation that blends policy insight with candid storytelling. As Florida approaches a new fiscal year, the team tackles the looming uncertainty surrounding the state budget. With the House and Senate still at odds—particularly over proposed tax cuts—the possibility of a special session and even a budget veto hangs in the air. The group reflects on the political tension and its implications, especially with hurricane season just around the corn...
2025-05-28
35 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 31: May / June Editorial Board
In this episode of the Florida Specifier Podcast, hosts Brett Cyphers and Ryan Matthews are joined by editorial board members Jeff Littlejohn and Patrick Gillespie for a dynamic roundtable conversation that blends policy insight with candid storytelling. As Florida approaches a new fiscal year, the team tackles the looming uncertainty surrounding the state budget. With the House and Senate still at odds—particularly over proposed tax cuts—the possibility of a special session and even a budget veto hangs in the air. The group reflects on the political tension and its implications, especially with hurricane season just around the corn...
2025-05-28
35 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 31: May / June Editorial Board
In this episode of the Florida Specifier Podcast, hosts Brett Cyphers and Ryan Matthews are joined by editorial board members Jeff Littlejohn and Patrick Gillespie for a dynamic roundtable conversation that blends policy insight with candid storytelling. As Florida approaches a new fiscal year, the team tackles the looming uncertainty surrounding the state budget. With the House and Senate still at odds—particularly over proposed tax cuts—the possibility of a special session and even a budget veto hangs in the air. The group reflects on the political tension and its implications, especially with hurricane season just around the corn...
2025-05-28
35 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
All Things Leadership with Katie Duitsman (Part 2)
Learn more about our "alphabet soup" of county, unit, and statewide leadership teams, with Leadership Specialist Katie Duitsman. Discover how to get your local youth engaged in state opportunities, and get practical tips to improve your own local leadership programs!
2025-05-23
29 min
Morning Mingle with Mark Wells
May 22nd Ryan Littlejohn
Ryan Littlejohn from Wayne County 4-H was Mark's in-studio guest talking about the many programs 4-H offers in Wayne County and what events are coming up for 4-H.
2025-05-22
37 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
All Things Leadership with Katie Duitsman (Part 1)
Get to know Illinois 4-H State Leadership Specialist, Katie Duitsman, and learn about her background in and out of 4-H, what car mishaps she's gotten into, her reading habits, and the day to day of her work. Explore how Katie can help staff start new leadership teams, improve existing ones, deal with leadership challenges, and help engage folks all over the state with resources and guest presenters.
2025-05-09
35 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Federation with Katie Turkal (Part 2)
Learn more about how Katie Turkal's Federation youth leadership team functions and get tips for starting or improving your local leadership teams.
2025-04-25
28 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Federation with Katie Turkal (Part 1)
Get to know Katie Turkal, Extension Program Coordinator in Jasper County, and learn about her 4-H experience as a kid, and then how she came to work for Extension. Learn about Katie and the hosts nostalgia triggers and food habits as kids. Then learn about what Katie finds most rewarding in her work and get an introduction to her local Federation teen leadership program.
2025-04-11
32 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Ambassadors with Michele Aavang (Part 2)
Get to know Michele Aavang, youth development educator in Lake and McHenry counties, and learn all about her Ambassadors youth leadership team. Hear her favorite 4-H moments, how her ambassador team is structured, what curriculum she uses to help build her team's skills, and her tips for starting or reinvigorating your own local leadership team!
2025-03-28
36 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Ambassadors with Michele Aavang (Part 1)
Meet Michele Aavang, youth development educator in Lake and McHenry counties, and get the scoop on how she found 4-H, and went from parent, to volunteer, to program coordinator, to educator! Get updates on what the crew has been up to, what jobs they'd do if they didn't need to worry about money, and what Microsoft Office product they are.
2025-03-14
35 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 30: March / April Editorial Board
In this episode of the Florida Specifier Podcast, hosts Brett Cyphers and Ryan Matthews are joined by fellow members of the Florida Specifier editorial board: Jeff Littlejohn and Patrick Gillespie. Together, they dive into the fast-moving first week of Florida’s legislative session, analyzing the impact of delayed committee meetings, the challenges of processing nearly 1,800 filed bills, and the likelihood of fewer than 225 bills making it to the governor’s desk. The discussion highlights key environmental and water-related legislation to watch, including SB-7002 on Water Management Districts, the Safe Waterways Act, and the Everglades restoration budget. The team...
2025-03-12
26 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 30: March / April Editorial Board
In this episode of the Florida Specifier Podcast, hosts Brett Cyphers and Ryan Matthews are joined by fellow members of the Florida Specifier editorial board: Jeff Littlejohn and Patrick Gillespie. Together, they dive into the fast-moving first week of Florida’s legislative session, analyzing the impact of delayed committee meetings, the challenges of processing nearly 1,800 filed bills, and the likelihood of fewer than 225 bills making it to the governor’s desk. The discussion highlights key environmental and water-related legislation to watch, including SB-7002 on Water Management Districts, the Safe Waterways Act, and the Everglades restoration budget. The team...
2025-03-12
26 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 30: March / April Editorial Board
In this episode of the Florida Specifier Podcast, hosts Brett Cyphers and Ryan Matthews are joined by fellow members of the Florida Specifier editorial board: Jeff Littlejohn and Patrick Gillespie. Together, they dive into the fast-moving first week of Florida’s legislative session, analyzing the impact of delayed committee meetings, the challenges of processing nearly 1,800 filed bills, and the likelihood of fewer than 225 bills making it to the governor’s desk. The discussion highlights key environmental and water-related legislation to watch, including SB-7002 on Water Management Districts, the Safe Waterways Act, and the Everglades restoration budget. The team...
2025-03-12
26 min
Chaos and Canines
Ep 26 Love, Resilience, and Play: A Conversation with Jay Jack
Jay can be found on Facebook at Next Level Dogs or Instagram @nextleveldogs or on his website https://nldogs.com/Books/Movies we discussed this week:The Iliad by HomerHeat of the Everflame by Penn ColeMeditations by Marcus AureliusThe Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday BooksBrene Brown The power of VulnerabilityThe Guest List by Lucy FoleyHedwig and the Angry InchPlease follow us on social media @chaosandcaninepodcast or email us a topic idea: chaosandcaninespodcast@gmail.comIf you'd like to follow us on our personal accounts, Emma can be found at: @notyourstandardschnauzers T...
2025-03-10
2h 10
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Emerging Leaders with Sara Seyfert (Part 2)
Join us for the second half of our interview with Extension Program Coordinator Sara Seyfert about her work with her Emerging Leaders Program. Learn more about how the program works and who it reaches, what types of events the group helps support, and how she uses youth voice to make choices in her county! Hear about some cool events their county runs including "Meet the Projects" and "Welcome to the Fair" and get Sara's take on how to help start or reinvigorate your local leadership program.
2025-02-28
29 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Emerging Leaders with Sara Seyfert (Part 1)
Get to know Extension Program Coordinator Sara Seyfert, from her favorite book, to what she does to decompress! Learn how she found her way to 4-H from the culinary world and how she created her Emerging Leaders youth leadership program in her counties!
2025-02-14
36 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Foundation to 4-H staff with Dr. Kevin Carey (Part 2)
Learn about Dr. Kevin Carey's experiences on the board of the Illinois 4-H Foundation, and how that organization partners with Illinois 4-H to provide opportunities for Illinois youth. Also hear about Kevin's time on the Youth Leadership Team (YLT) and how important that experience can be for members!
2025-01-24
32 min
The Bridge Between Us: A Guide For Christian Parents Navigating the LGBTQ Conversation
January Littlejohn - Part 2 - Equipping Families and the Church to Respond Biblically to the LGBTQ Movement {Eps 81}
It will never happen to our child, our family, or in our school. Words from almost every parent across America. Until it does. January Littlejohn and her husband thought the same thing until one day, everything changed. Listen in to Melinda Patrick’s conversation with January Littlejohn and learn how to be a voice for your child and family - in the church and at home. Connect with January Littlejohn: https://donoharmmedicine.org/share-your-concern/ Dr. Miriam Grossman notice to schools: https://docs.google.com/docum...
2025-01-22
27 min
The Bridge Between Us: A Guide For Christian Parents Navigating the LGBTQ Conversation
January Littlejohn- Steps to Take to Protect Your Child From Gender Ideology in the School System {Eps 80}
It will never happen to our child, our family, or in our school. Words from almost every parent across America. Until it does. January Littlejohn and her husband thought the same thing until one day, everything changed. Listen in to Melinda Patrick's conversation with January Littlejohn and learn what questions you need to be asking, signs you need to be looking for in your school system, and what you can do to help your child. Connect with January Littlejohn: https://donoharmmedicine.org/share-your-concern/ Dr. Miriam...
2025-01-15
40 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Foundation to 4-H staff with Dr. Kevin Carey (Part 1)
Get to know Dr. Kevin Carey, Acting Director of 4-H Youth Development and Senior Program Lead, Positive Youth Development with Illinois 4-H! Learn about his journey to joining the 4-H staff team! Hear about the holiday traditions (and tunes) of Kevin and the Behind the Clover hosts, then learn about Kevin's early years in 4-H and how he volunteers his time. Get nostalgic with Kevin, Amy and Ryan as they talk about their days doing high school public speaking, and hear the whole crew's go to karaoke jams! Also hear about Kevin's favorite moment from being a 4-Her!
2025-01-10
42 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Classroom and Extra Help to 4-H with Kasey Kemme (Part 2)
Learn more about Kasey Kemme's transition from the classroom to Youth Development educator and the people who helped her make that change successfully! Hear about her love for informal ed and the flexibility it provides, and what about her job gives her joy! Also learn about extra help positions and how they can be a great window into if an Extension job is right for someone!
2024-12-27
31 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Classroom and Extra Help to 4-H with Kasey Kemme (Part 1)
Learn about how Kasey Kemme went from formal education in the classroom to Youth Development educator! Hear how she got introduced to the ins and outs of 4-H as extra help in Champaign, and why she decided to transition to working full time with Extension! Hear about where Kasey grew up, how she spends time with her family (hint: it involves show pigs and cheering for the Illini) and what dishes she wants off the table during the holidays.
2024-12-13
33 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Horticulture to 4-H with Latosha Reggans (Part 2)
Hear more from Latosha Reggans, Youth Development Educator in Cook County, about the challenges of growing 4-H in Chicago and beyond. She shares some great tips about scheduling time to process your work and plan, allowing yourself to focus in on one specific program, and learning from your peers!
2024-11-22
25 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Horticulture to 4-H with Latosha Reggans (Part 1)
Learn about Educator Latosha Reggans' move from being a Master Gardener Program Coordinator to an 4-H Youth Development Educator in Cook County! Hear about the learning curve in both positions, and how they are similar and different. Also discover how Tasha found Extension and 4-H, what spooks her, how she decompresses!
2024-11-08
47 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Office Support to EPC with Tiffany Cervantes
Join us as we meet Tiffany Cervantes, 4-H Extension Program Coordinator for Clark, Crawford, and Edgar counties, and learn about the iDREAM and iCREATE program and the opportunities it brings to the youth. Get the scoop on the best ice cream and where we can be found competing in the next Olympic games.
2024-10-25
46 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 20: Frank Walker with Jeff Littlejohn and Ryan Matthews
In this first of five special editions of the Florida Specifier Podcast, Ryan and Brett take a look back at the Environmental Permitting Summer School through the eyes of its founders and supporters – both past and present – to provide a snapshot of who they are; what they do; why they’ve continued their support over the years; and what the conference means to them. This volume begins with the Florida Chamber of Commerce’s Frank Walker, whose organization is a founding and continuing sponsor of Summer School. He discusses his work at the Chamber; what Summer School means to t...
2024-10-23
32 min
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 20: Frank Walker with Jeff Littlejohn and Ryan Matthews
In this first of five special editions of the Florida Specifier Podcast, Ryan and Brett take a look back at the Environmental Permitting Summer School through the eyes of its founders and supporters – both past and present – to provide a snapshot of who they are; what they do; why they’ve continued their support over the years; and what the conference means to them. This volume begins with the Florida Chamber of Commerce’s Frank Walker, whose organization is a founding and continuing sponsor of Summer School. He discusses his work at the Chamber; what Summer School means to t...
2024-10-23
32 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
EPC to Educator with Andrea Farrier (Part 2)
Learn about Educator Andrea Farrier's favorite 4-H memories and how she made the transition from a program coordinator to an educator. Hear how she got her Master's while working for Extension, and get her tips on how to not play the comparison game with other staff. She also shares how she pitches 4-H to different audiences, especially potential partners.
2024-10-11
44 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
EPC to Educator with Andrea Farrier (Part 1)
Meet Andrea Farrier, Youth Development Educator in Unit 5, and learn about her background as a 4-Her in LaSalle County, her hobbies, and her love of Disney. Also hear about the whole team's thoughts on black raspberries, and if they were troublemakers as kids.
2024-09-27
45 min
The KOSU Daily
Ryan Walters Bibles, Emmanuel Littlejohn execution, Universe in 100 Colors and more
Superintendent Ryan Walters wants $6 million for Bibles.The state executes Emmanuel Littlejohn.A new book looks at the colors of the universe.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.
2024-09-27
10 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
4-H Director with Lisa Diaz (Part 2)
Hear about 4-H Assistant Dean and Director, Lisa Diaz's special assignment with National 4-H to get kids Beyond Ready! Get her tips on how to survive and keep positive as a 4-H professional, and hear how she pitches 4-H to families unfamiliar with the program. Learn about Lisa's hopes for the future and how she champions our 4-H youth.
2024-09-13
33 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
4-H Director with Lisa Diaz (Part 1)
Get to know 4-H Assistant Dean and Director, Lisa Diaz! Learn about Lisa's background and hobbies and how she came to Illinois 4-H. Get insight on how she approaches leading the Illinois 4-H team and what she does in her job!
2024-08-23
45 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
County Directors with Tara Buerster (Part 2)
Learn about County Directors with the second part of our interview with Tara Buerster, the County Director in Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash and Wayne Counties. Hear about her time in 4-H, watching her daughter grow her communication skills in 4-H, and how County directors support the 4-H program!
2024-08-09
37 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
County Directors with Tara Buerster (Part 1)
Learn about County Directors with Tara Buerster, the County Director in Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash and Wayne Counties. Hear about her background and journey to Extension! Tara shares about the challenges of starting with Extension during Covid, how she decompresses from work, the importance of setting boundaries, and what's on her bucket list. Hear more from Tara in part 2 soon!
2024-07-26
42 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
State Specialists with Curt Sinclair (Part 2)
Learn about 4-H State Specialists with Shooting Sports and Environmental Education Specialist, storyteller, and all around awesome human, Curt Sinclair. Hear about how Curt sees the role of a State Specialist and listen to tips he has for new and experienced staff.
2024-07-12
37 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
State Specialists with Curt Sinclair (Part 1)
Learn about 4-H State Specialists with Shooting Sports and Environmental Education Specialist, storyteller, and all around awesome human, Curt Sinclair. Hear about how Curt ended up working for Illinois 4-H at 4-H Memorial Camp, and how he helped bring 4-H Shooting Sports programming to the state! Our conversation with Curt will continue with our next episode!
2024-06-28
42 min
Behind the Clover: Real 4-H Talk with Real 4-H Pros
Youth Development Educators with Johnna Jennings
Explore the ins and outs of the 4-H Youth Development Educator position with Johnna Jennings, an experienced educator in Boone, DeKalb and Ogle counties. Johnna shares insights from more than 30 years of service with Illinois Extension, including guiding a local 4-H team, implementing Signature Programs like embryology, putting on overnight camps, dealing with organizational changes, and more!
2024-06-14
50 min