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The Foster Friendly PodcastHow to Bridge Holistic Sleep Principles and Trauma-Informed Care with Allison EzellIn this conversation, Allison Ezell shares her journey into becoming a pediatric sleep consultant, driven by her experiences with her son Brooks, who faced significant sleep challenges due to trauma. The discussion delves into the complexities of sleep for children from trauma-impacted backgrounds, emphasizing the neurological aspects of sleep and the importance of a trauma-informed approach. Allison highlights the need for holistic solutions that consider emotional, physical, and nutritional factors affecting sleep. The conversation also touches on practical strategies for parents to support their children's sleep, including the role of nutrition and the importance of creating a...2025-04-1645 min
Camp Code - Leadership & Staff Training Podcast for Camp DirectorsTechnology and Social Media in Camp Leadership - with Travis Allison - Camp Code #151Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us!Find full show notes and links at: https://www.gocamp.pro/campcode/technology-and-social-media-in-camp-leadershipTech & Camp Leadership: Maximizing Tools Without Losing FocusIn this Camp Code episode, our hosts dive into the impact of technology and social media on camp leadership. They explore whether technology has been beneficial, how it has changed the game, and the best ways to utilize these tools effectively. Joining the conversation is Travis Allison, co-founder of GoCamp.pro, who shares valuable insights on managing staff communication, engaging with...2025-03-1148 min
Off The Crutch PodcastClimbing Mt. Kilimanjaro with Erika Bogan and Allison NorlianIt's the last podcast episode of 2024 and I'm ending it on a "high" note. My guests are Erika Bogan and Allison Norlian who was on last month sharing about her short film, Thirteen. This time, it's about Meandering Scars, a documentary that documents Erika’s journey to climb the tallest free standing mountain in the world to spread awareness about suicide and mental health struggles in the disability community. Meandering Scars was co-directed and co-produced by Allison and Kody Leibowitz, cofounders of BirdMine. Erika Bogan is a Spartan athlete, Motivator, Certified Master Mindset/ Mental Health Coac...2024-12-3048 minOff The Crutch PodcastAustin Film Festival with Writer & Director Allison NorlianI can't get enough of Austin! Last month I went back and visited, but this time, it was for the Austin Film Festival. My guest today is Allison Norlian, who I met at the festival. Allison Norlian is a three-time Emmy-nominated journalist, filmmaker, and co-founder of BirdMine, a production company dedicated to amplifying the voices and stories of people with disabilities and other underrepresented communities. Through BirdMine, Allison writes, directs, and produces short- and long-form documentaries and narrative films that aim to shift perceptions and inspire social change.Currently, Allison is in post-production for Meandering Scars, a...2024-11-1833 minCamp Code - Leadership & Staff Training Podcast for Camp DirectorsPart Two of Evaluations - with Travis Allison - Camp Code # 143Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us!Find full show notes and links at: https://www.gocamp.pro/campcode/readysetactionReady, Set, Action! Welcome to part two of evaluations we covered options and now we’re moving onto creating a vision and putting things into action.- We hope you love this episode of Camp Code! If you do, please consider subscribing to the show, and leaving us a rating in your Podcast app. It’s SO easy, just head to https://ratethispodcast.com/campcode-...2024-11-0544 min
Sacred Playgrounds PodcastCamper Recruitment & Retention with Special Guest Travis Allison"The most effective way to get campers this summer is to get last summer's campers to come back."On this episode, Travis Allison from Go Camp Pro joins us to talk through what's actually effective in recruiting and retaining campers and their families. Built from a sense of frustration that so many camp leaders spend so much time, energy, and money on things that don't work, the Camper Recruitment & Retention Playbook by Travis Allison and Joanna Warren Smith lays out why, and most importantly how, to get campers and keep them...2024-10-1542 min
The Camp Owners PodcastShould Camp Go All-In on A.I.? - with Travis Allison - The Camp Owners Podcast #59Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/all-in-on-aiRevolutionizing Camp Operations with AI: Insights from Travis AllisonIn this episode of the Camp Owners Podcast, Howie and Kelly kick off Season 5 with a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the camp industry. Joined by special guest Travis Allison, co-founder of GoCampPro, the discussion covers how AI can streamline camp operations, enhance communication with parents and staff, and provide valuable insights into effective practices. Travis shares practical examples and f...2024-09-251h 02
The Allison Hagendorf ShowLandon Barker | heartbreak, proving himself to Travis, new musicAllison sits down with pop punk royalty, Landon Barker, who has been in the public eye since he was just a baby on “Meet The Barkers”. Now at 20, he is a rising star, releasing new music and selling out venues like LA’s The Roxy and the El Rey. They talk all about his new music, his journey, collaborating with his dad and what it’s like having Travis Barker as a father.• Watch & Subscribe https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf • Listen & Follow: https://link.chtbl.com/TheAllisonHagendorfShow • Follow...2024-04-1147 minThe Camp Owners PodcastFuture-Proofing Your Camp - with Travis Allison - The Camp Owners Podcast #51Find full links and show notes at: Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/future-proofingWhat are you doing to be intentional about AI, Climate Change and all the other things changing around our industry?Join Travis Allison, camp industry veteran and Co-Owner of Go Camp Pro, as he explores the future of camping in this exciting episode. He dives deep into how AI will revolutionize camp operations and experiences, as well as the challenges posed by climate change. This episode is filled with practical marketing strategies a...2023-11-0855 min
Coffee and Cases PodcastE199: Travis RobersonOn February 28th, 2006, Travis Dewayne Roberson went missing during a night out with friends on Dickson Street in Fayetteville, Arkansas. They were celebrating Mardi Gras and the street, close to the University of Arkansas campus, was bustling. So, when Travis simply disappeared on his way to wait at a friend’s car, it’s hard to fathom how noone saw anything. Was there an accident? Was there a targeted attack on Travis because of the witness testimony he was set to make in the coming months? Sadly, the Roberson family is still asking themselves those same questions. In this epis...2023-09-141h 12
The SeconDairy PodcastEpisode 75: Allison Rapp and Elizabeth Porteus of the Food Animal Club of THE Ohio State University Veterinary College.Allison Rapp is a 3rd year veterinary student at THE Ohio State University Veterinary College. Allison grew up on a small hobby farm in Xenia, Ohio and was a member of 4-H. Soon to be Dr Rapp attended OSU and received her Bachelors in Sciences in Agriculture majoring in Animal Sciences. Allison will be graduating in 2025. She is currently the President of The OSU Food Animal Club.
Elizabeth Porteus is the Treasurer of the OSU Food Animal Club and a 3rd year student at THE Ohio State University Veterinary College. Soon to be Dr. Porteus grew up in Coshocton County...2023-09-032h 16
She Believed She Could™ PodcastHow To Manifest A Life You Love with Travis HolpTravis is a Medium, Psychic, and Minister with the Metaphysical Church. His passion is helping others along their Spiritual journey. Through his connection to Spirit he has learned that love is universal and all things are possible. MEMORABLE MOMENTS “Knowing what you don’t want helps to define exactly what you do want.”“We don’t live in a universe that is working for us or against us, we live in a universe that is showing us exactly where we are. It’s up to you to make choices that will lead you to wh...2023-05-1629 minCamp Code - Leadership & Staff Training Podcast for Camp DirectorsIdeas to Help Staff Foster Creativity - Camp Code #115Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us!Find links and full show notes at: https://gocamp.pro/campcode/ideas-to-help-staff-foster-creativityIdeas to Help Staff Foster CreativityOur camp staff have not had a so-called “normal summer” in three years. Additionally, our lives, especially for our younger population, is more and more online. With that being said, it is not surprising that our newer counselors are struggling a bit to unleash their imaginations with in-person activities. Join us today as we discuss ideas to help them foster their creativity and bring out their inner child.2023-01-0340 min
Beneath Your Beautiful049. Travis NaughtTravis Naught is a 38 year old adventurous writer, fisherman and Division One basketball assistant who has also never taken a free step. Despite being born with spinal muscular atrophy, Travis has a great attitude and keen wit.For more info:https://naughtapoet.blogspot.com________Guests share stories of adversity and perseverance which inspire, encourage and challenge us. Host Hara Allison embraces these tough conversations, intimately exploring our loves, fears and hopes with a delicious combination of depth and lightness.Beneath Your Beautiful won...2022-02-1938 min
"Conversations" with The Average Dude ~Oh Deer, It's Travis StormsMy latest episode is now available “Oh Deer, it’s Travis Storms”I was excited to talk to Travis since he was recently listed as one of the Top 10 Funniest people on Linkedin (if you are unfamiliar with that list it’s because I made it up, but Travis should be on it!)We talk about playing guitar - to programming - to photography - and nature walks -Enjoy and let me know if you find any of those gold nuggets I was looking for!2022-02-1335 minCamp Code - Leadership & Staff Training Podcast for Camp DirectorsDoes the Camp Industry Need a Union? - with Alana Matteson - Camp Code #92Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us!Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/podcast/2021/09/camp-unionHow might (or might not) a union help serve Camp Pros as they navigate an increasingly stressful profession?At the end of August, a particularly thought-provoking post was made in the Summer Camp Professionals Facebook group.After hearing about some of the horror stories of this, and past summers, a pro posted this:“…Its become clear to me in the last few months that the people in charge of camp...2021-10-1243 min
The Podcasters JourneyEP29-Best Of PJ: Travis BrownAllison invites Travis Brown Poddecks to share his story, discuss his thoughts on podcasting and give some tips on bringing merchandise to your podcast listeners. It's an interview that any podcaster of any size should hear!Poddecks: Click HerePodcaster Spotlight: Flawed Dad's Guide to ParentingLINKS:Allison Hare's WebsiteInstagram: @allison__hare @thepodcastersjourneyFacebook: The Podcasters JourneyClubhouse: @allisonhareWant to workshop your podcast ideas with me? Schedule your FREE: 20 minute callApply to be featured on the Podcaster Growth SpotlightFreebie: How To Find the Perfect Name for Your PodcastFreebie #2: Get the RIGHT equipment and software a...2021-08-0516 minThe Podcasters JourneyEP18: Let's Talk Merch! w/ Travis Brown From PoddecksAllison invites Travis Brown Poddecks to share his story, discuss his thoughts on podcasting and give some tips on bringing merchandise to your podcast listeners. It's an interview that any podcaster of any size should hear!Poddecks: Click HerePodcaster Spotlight: Flawed Dad's Guide to ParentingLINKS:Allison Hare's WebsiteInstagram: @allison__hare @thepodcastersjourneyFacebook: The Podcasters JourneyClubhouse: @allisonhareWant to workshop your podcast ideas with me? Schedule your FREE: 20 minute callApply to be featured on the Podcaster Growth SpotlightFreebie: How To Find the Perfect Name for Your PodcastFreebie #2: Get the RIGHT equipment and software a...2021-05-2034 minThe Camp Owners PodcastThe State of Our Industry - with Travis Allison - The Camp Owners Podcast #24Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/ownerspod/state-of-our-industry-2021What will Summer Camp look like in 5 years? We’ve brought in the next best thing to a crystal ball. Welcome, Travis Allison!As we approach the start of the camp season, after the year we have all had and continue to have, we thought it would be great to have a conversation with Travis Allison, the Co-Founder of Go Camp Pro and someone so familiar to all of us in the industry. He is the co-host of the Camp Hacker Podcast and is...2021-05-191h 06
CrimeopediaMurder: Travis Alexander When Jodi Arias met Travis Alexander, she fell hard and fast. Unfortunately, Travis would pay the ultimate price for involving himself with Jodi. "I'm desperately trying to find out if my date has an axe murderer penned up inside her...." Due to the character limit, all source material will be available at crimeopediapod.ca2021-04-1550 minCamp Code - Leadership & Staff Training Podcast for Camp DirectorsTraining Staff to Work With Parents - with Travis Allison - Camp Code #82Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us!Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/camp-code/work-with-parentsBecause you aren’t the only one that needs to wow your camp families!Beth and Ruby are joined by Travis Allison to breakdown the importance of your staff being calm, cool and collected when interacting with their camper’s parents.Do you remember your 16-20 year old self? Talking to adults is scary enough, without the fact that you are looking after the most important thing in their world.Gr...2021-02-0943 min
CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVOther Sources of Income - with Jalisa Danhof - CampHacker #123More money, more mission, but also…more problems?You’ve heard Travis say this time and time again.“Money moves the mission”.In this day and age, if you want to run a successful year-round camp business with multiple full-time staff, all while keeping camper fees reasonable, you likely need some financial support! Donations and grants are incredibly helpful, but if you can tap into a market that works for your local community or potential clients, it can be a great way to supplement your income and use that money to help improve your sum...2020-02-201h 09
CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVOther Sources of Income - with Jalisa Danhof - CampHacker #123More money, more mission, but also…more problems?You’ve heard Travis say this time and time again.“Money moves the mission”.In this day and age, if you want to run a successful year-round camp business with multiple full-time staff, all while keeping camper fees reasonable, you likely need some financial support! Donations and grants are incredibly helpful, but if you can tap into a market that works for your local community or potential clients, it can be a great way to supplement your income and use that money to help improve your sum...2020-02-201h 09CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVThe Future of Summer Camp - with Stacie Simpson - CampHacker #122What you should be thinking about to ensure your summer camp stands the test of time.If you’re reading this on release in February, then you know that time is running short on your time to do some of the deep philosophical work that can only happen when summer isn’t on the horizon. This episode is for when you have the brain-space, or, maybe it’s for when you need to not think about this coming summer for a second.(You’re an adult, we’re not going to tell you how to live your...2020-02-061h 12CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVThe Future of Summer Camp - with Stacie Simpson - CampHacker #122What you should be thinking about to ensure your summer camp stands the test of time.If you’re reading this on release in February, then you know that time is running short on your time to do some of the deep philosophical work that can only happen when summer isn’t on the horizon. This episode is for when you have the brain-space, or, maybe it’s for when you need to not think about this coming summer for a second.(You’re an adult, we’re not going to tell you how to live your...2020-02-061h 12CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVAdventure Programming and Training - CampHacker #121Adventure programming is about way more than a $1M ropes course!Adventure programming, challenge courses, low ropes, rock walls, team-building, staff construction, initiatives, WHATEVER you want to call it, this episode is about that.This type of camp program has really been changing and growing over the years. From the early days where people built and tested their own ropes courses to today where zip-lines are tested by the same people who certify elevators, we’ve certainly seen it grow.One thing that has remained true is the goal of adventure programming. Campers ta...2020-01-231h 12CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVAdventure Programming and Training - CampHacker #121Adventure programming is about way more than a $1M ropes course!Adventure programming, challenge courses, low ropes, rock walls, team-building, staff construction, initiatives, WHATEVER you want to call it, this episode is about that.This type of camp program has really been changing and growing over the years. From the early days where people built and tested their own ropes courses to today where zip-lines are tested by the same people who certify elevators, we’ve certainly seen it grow.One thing that has remained true is the goal of adventure programming. Campers ta...2020-01-231h 12CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVThe All Tool of the Week Episode - Part 2The All TOWS Show #2 - CampHacker #120January 9, 2020Fantastic Focus Groups - CampHacker #119CampHackerPodcast: Subscribe in iTunes | StitcherTool of the Week - (insert trombone music here)We’re back with a second edition of an all tool of the week show. We received a ton of positive feedback about the last episode and because we’re all about giving the camp pros what they want…here you go!Tune in to hear all about Gab, Dan and Travis’ favourite tools that help make them a better...2020-01-091h 08CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVThe All Tool of the Week Episode - Part 2The All TOWS Show #2 - CampHacker #120January 9, 2020Fantastic Focus Groups - CampHacker #119CampHackerPodcast: Subscribe in iTunes | StitcherTool of the Week - (insert trombone music here)We’re back with a second edition of an all tool of the week show. We received a ton of positive feedback about the last episode and because we’re all about giving the camp pros what they want…here you go!Tune in to hear all about Gab, Dan and Travis’ favourite tools that help make them a better...2020-01-091h 08CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVFantastic Focus GroupsFantastic, frank, feedback from families and staff.There are not many industries out there like ours…for many reasons!One of the primary ones is the focus that we all share on relationship building. Whether it’s between campers, staff and campers, staff and staff or admin and staff, building cohesive and strong relationships may as well be the theme of every day at camp.The relationships that our camps have with their families are unique and wonderful, too. Yes, families are our clients and any business out there can say, “We treat our cl...2019-12-2654 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVFantastic Focus GroupsFantastic, frank, feedback from families and staff.There are not many industries out there like ours…for many reasons!One of the primary ones is the focus that we all share on relationship building. Whether it’s between campers, staff and campers, staff and staff or admin and staff, building cohesive and strong relationships may as well be the theme of every day at camp.The relationships that our camps have with their families are unique and wonderful, too. Yes, families are our clients and any business out there can say, “We treat our cl...2019-12-2654 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVSupporting LGTBQ+ Campers and FamiliesWe can go beyond acceptance.One of the things we all know to be true about camp is how much better of the world would be if EVERY child spent at least one week at camp.With that in mind, it’s important that we are consistently looking at how we are best serving campers and families that may be under-represented in our camp communities.Newsflash! Even though in the last 10 years we’ve begun to really talk about inclusion, there have been campers and families who have identified as L...2019-12-121h 21CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVSupporting LGTBQ+ Campers and FamiliesWe can go beyond acceptance.One of the things we all know to be true about camp is how much better of the world would be if EVERY child spent at least one week at camp.With that in mind, it’s important that we are consistently looking at how we are best serving campers and families that may be under-represented in our camp communities.Newsflash! Even though in the last 10 years we’ve begun to really talk about inclusion, there have been campers and families who have identified as L...2019-12-121h 21CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVCreating Your Own Support NetworkBecause you’re not in this alone.It wouldn’t be the revelation of the century if we said that being a full-time Camp Pro can be incredibly lonely.Most of us work in small (or solo) teams, we usually are the only person in our part of the hierarchy, we manage many people (and their emotions) and we work incredibly hard.If we don’t think about building our support networks intentionally, camp can be an incredibly exhausting industry to be a part of the long term.This time of year...2019-11-2850 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVCreating Your Own Support NetworkBecause you’re not in this alone.It wouldn’t be the revelation of the century if we said that being a full-time Camp Pro can be incredibly lonely.Most of us work in small (or solo) teams, we usually are the only person in our part of the hierarchy, we manage many people (and their emotions) and we work incredibly hard.If we don’t think about building our support networks intentionally, camp can be an incredibly exhausting industry to be a part of the long term.This time of year...2019-11-2850 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVWhat Makes You Productive?Being not just productive, but effective.This is an episode for the off-season. It’s an episode that you may need when camp is quiet and you’re in the sweet spot where the summer is still fading and the next one is not yet coming.As a camp director, your brain is the most important resource you have. It would be an understatement to say that there is a LOT of stuff that fills your brain. It would also be an understatement to say that a full-brain makes for a disorganized brain and a diso...2019-11-1444 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVWhat Makes You Productive?Being not just productive, but effective.This is an episode for the off-season. It’s an episode that you may need when camp is quiet and you’re in the sweet spot where the summer is still fading and the next one is not yet coming.As a camp director, your brain is the most important resource you have. It would be an understatement to say that there is a LOT of stuff that fills your brain. It would also be an understatement to say that a full-brain makes for a disorganized brain and a diso...2019-11-1444 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVWhen and How to Introduce Major Change at CampCh-ch-ch-ch-changes!TIME TO FACE THE STRANGEIs it stuck in your head yet? Gotchya!Change. A 6 letter word that can start a revolution.Change. The nemesis of the phrase “we’ve always done it like that”.Change. One of the hardest things about being a full-time camp professional.Change. Absolutely necessary.The moment we stop changing as an industry, organization, or camp, is the moment we die. We, as an industry have such a great opportunity to learn, grow and evolve to better serve our camper...2019-10-3155 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVWhen and How to Introduce Major Change at CampCh-ch-ch-ch-changes!TIME TO FACE THE STRANGEIs it stuck in your head yet? Gotchya!Change. A 6 letter word that can start a revolution.Change. The nemesis of the phrase “we’ve always done it like that”.Change. One of the hardest things about being a full-time camp professional.Change. Absolutely necessary.The moment we stop changing as an industry, organization, or camp, is the moment we die. We, as an industry have such a great opportunity to learn, grow and evolve to better serve our camper...2019-10-3155 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVContinuing Education for Experienced Camp ProsLearn outside of camp, to lead at camp.Following along with our last episode’s theme of learning, we wanted to bring this podcast episode to you at a time where you may be planning your professional development for the year. However, even if you aren’t, it’s never too early or late to start thinking about how to invest in your professional development.Watch out though! It’s easy to get stuck in the camp body of knowledge when you’re trying to be better for your job and for your camp. It’s good to st...2019-10-1758 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVContinuing Education for Experienced Camp ProsLearn outside of camp, to lead at camp.Following along with our last episode’s theme of learning, we wanted to bring this podcast episode to you at a time where you may be planning your professional development for the year. However, even if you aren’t, it’s never too early or late to start thinking about how to invest in your professional development.Watch out though! It’s easy to get stuck in the camp body of knowledge when you’re trying to be better for your job and for your camp. It’s good to st...2019-10-1758 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVLessons Learned from Summer 2019We are always learning.We’re back! After another wonderful summer of camp, Travis, Gab, Dan and Joe are here for Season 9 of the CampHacker Podcast.To get things started, our hosts share the biggest lessons that they learned from their 2019 camp season. That’s right, even these camp pros with over 50 years of combined experience are still learning. The best pros in the industry are the ones that are hungry for growth and one of the best ways to grow are from the hard-earned lessons that camp has a way of teaching us year afte...2019-10-031h 00CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVLessons Learned from Summer 2019We are always learning.We’re back! After another wonderful summer of camp, Travis, Gab, Dan and Joe are here for Season 9 of the CampHacker Podcast.To get things started, our hosts share the biggest lessons that they learned from their 2019 camp season. That’s right, even these camp pros with over 50 years of combined experience are still learning. The best pros in the industry are the ones that are hungry for growth and one of the best ways to grow are from the hard-earned lessons that camp has a way of teaching us year afte...2019-10-031h 00
Interdimensional RSS: The Unofficial Rick and Morty PodcastRaM Ep 77 – Snowball Cosplay w/ Allison Chase!Allison Chase joins Brandon for an interview on the fine art of giant Mech-suit Snowball cosplay and what it takes to build, design, and walk around a giant costume! … Continue readingRaM Ep 77 – Snowball Cosplay w/ Allison Chase!
The post RaM Ep 77 – Snowball Cosplay w/ Allison Chase! appeared first on Rick and Morty Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/interdimensional-rss-the-unofficial-rick-and-morty-podcast2041/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2019-06-271h 12
Sunshine ParentingEp. 81: The Power of One with Travis Allison“My great passion around camp is to get more kids there, because I really believe that every kid should go to summer camp.” In Episode 81, Travis Allison and I discuss the power of one person to make a huge impact on a child’s life, not only at summer camp but also in the home.… The post Ep. 81: The Power of One with Travis Allison appeared first on Sunshine Parenting.2019-03-2925 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVWhat Inspires You to Be a Better Camp Pro? - CampHacker #112Tools, Podcasts, Books and Strategies for Sustainability as a Camp ProOne of the best things about being a long time camp pro is that every year, we essentially find ourselves doing the same cycle over and over again. While this can be tiring, even exhausting, if we think about it another way, it’s also an incredible opportunity to get better and better without (too many) extremely large learning curves.In your search for consistent improvement, the CampHacker crew wants to help! In this episode, Travis, Joe and Gab are joined by the wonderful Ru...2019-02-211h 01CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVWhat Inspires You to Be a Better Camp Pro? - CampHacker #112Tools, Podcasts, Books and Strategies for Sustainability as a Camp ProOne of the best things about being a long time camp pro is that every year, we essentially find ourselves doing the same cycle over and over again. While this can be tiring, even exhausting, if we think about it another way, it’s also an incredible opportunity to get better and better without (too many) extremely large learning curves.In your search for consistent improvement, the CampHacker crew wants to help! In this episode, Travis, Joe and Gab are joined by the wonderful Ru...2019-02-211h 01CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVFocusing on First Year Families - CampHacker #111Camper today, camper tomorrow, camper for life.This is the time of year (January, for those tuning in later) where we are really starting to think about bums in bunks. Your registrations are starting to roll in and your dedicated, long-time camp families have picked their sessions and things are looking good.Take a second and think about those returning families. They weren’t always returners. At some time down the road, that family made a decision to choose your camp. Now, fast forward 5 or 10 years and that family has given you thousands of dollars an...2019-01-241h 01CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVFocusing on First Year Families - CampHacker #111Camper today, camper tomorrow, camper for life.This is the time of year (January, for those tuning in later) where we are really starting to think about bums in bunks. Your registrations are starting to roll in and your dedicated, long-time camp families have picked their sessions and things are looking good.Take a second and think about those returning families. They weren’t always returners. At some time down the road, that family made a decision to choose your camp. Now, fast forward 5 or 10 years and that family has given you thousands of dollars an...2019-01-241h 01CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVBig Issues at Day Camp This Year - CampHacker #110It would be easy for the hard and fast overnight camp pros to see “Day Camp” in the title and move on.Don’t do that.There are logistical differences with both models of summer camp, but it’s so easy to see that what is relevant and pertinent to one, is the same for the other.Rituals, traditions, culture, integration, camaraderie, it’s a part of every camp experience, no matter when, or how often the campers go home. What is good for overnight, is good for day.All that being said...2018-12-1350 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVBig Issues at Day Camp This Year - CampHacker #110It would be easy for the hard and fast overnight camp pros to see “Day Camp” in the title and move on.Don’t do that.There are logistical differences with both models of summer camp, but it’s so easy to see that what is relevant and pertinent to one, is the same for the other.Rituals, traditions, culture, integration, camaraderie, it’s a part of every camp experience, no matter when, or how often the campers go home. What is good for overnight, is good for day.All that being said...2018-12-1350 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVStaff Retention & Recruiting Tips - For Right Now - CampHacker #109Hey! Welcome back!We hope that you had an incredible summer.We also hope that you’ve had an incredible chance to take a breath and reflect on the magic that surely happened this summer. Or even, to not think about camp and…you know…sleep!Whether you’re still recovering, coming out of hibernation, or still in the busy season, it’s time to start setting the next summer up for success.Step one. Staffing.This time of year (October/November), is when the financial and emotional reality of the sch...2018-10-261h 13CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVStaff Retention & Recruiting Tips - For Right Now - CampHacker #109Hey! Welcome back!We hope that you had an incredible summer.We also hope that you’ve had an incredible chance to take a breath and reflect on the magic that surely happened this summer. Or even, to not think about camp and…you know…sleep!Whether you’re still recovering, coming out of hibernation, or still in the busy season, it’s time to start setting the next summer up for success.Step one. Staffing.This time of year (October/November), is when the financial and emotional reality of the sch...2018-10-261h 13
CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVDo This Now To Set Your Summer Camp Staff Up For SuccessHello Camp Pros!Well, it's late April/early May, and you know what that means.EVERYBODY PANIC!No no, only kidding! But likely, it can start to feel like it at this time of year.As we finish stretching to prepare for the sprint that is camp, we can't forget that the race we are about to run is not a solo event, it's a relay!For many of us, our staff are either starting to think about coming, or are starting to trickle up to camp. While...2018-05-031h 04
CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVDo This Now To Set Your Summer Camp Staff Up For SuccessHello Camp Pros!Well, it's late April/early May, and you know what that means.EVERYBODY PANIC!No no, only kidding! But likely, it can start to feel like it at this time of year.As we finish stretching to prepare for the sprint that is camp, we can't forget that the race we are about to run is not a solo event, it's a relay!For many of us, our staff are either starting to think about coming, or are starting to trickle up to camp. While it's s...2018-05-031h 04
Trends Like TheseBill Cosby Found Guilty, Allison Mack Sex Cult, Autism Rates Climb, Kanye Luvs Trump, Sen. Schumer's Pro-Marijuana Bill, Golden State Killer, Trump’s Lawyer Pleads The 5th, Toronto Attack, Trump’s Doc Pulls Cabinet Nomination, Waffle House ShootingINTRO 0:44 Glitch in the Matrix One Of Those Weeks Brent & Travis' Video Game Corner Janelle Monáe Bevs Like These BEYOND THE HEADLINES 9:29 World's 1st Penis & Scrotum Transplant "Rising Autism" Headline Debunk Kanye Luvs Trump ALLISON MACK SEX CULT 47:45 POLITICS ROUNDUP 58:44 Trump's Doctor Withdraws VA Nod Chuck Schumer's Marijuana Bill Michael Cohen Pleads The Fifth TIDBITS 1:11:58 Golden State Killer 2018-04-271h 25
CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVAsk Doctor G - CampHacker InterviewOn this CampHacker interview Travis talks with Dr Deborah Gilboa (@askdoctorg) about her own camp experiences and how camps can become great resources to families.To see the resources we mentioned check out our shownotes at http://camphacker.tv/podcast.2018-04-2440 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVSupporting Staff Mental WellnessHow many of our camp brochures or websites preach that our camp teaches kids about grit and resilience?Okay everyone, put your hands down. Now, home many of us can say that we put that same effort into fostering grit and resilience with our staff? Sure, we may have staff check-ins and encourage staff to write motivational notes to each other, but although those are great, the times when just that was enough are likely coming to a end.Before we continue, let's check ourselves remember that the world that we...2018-03-1700 min
CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVSupporting Staff Mental WellnessHow many of our camp brochures or websites preach that our camp teaches kids about grit and resilience?Okay everyone, put your hands down. Now, home many of us can say that we put that same effort into fostering grit and resilience with our staff? Sure, we may have staff check-ins and encourage staff to write motivational notes to each other, but although those are great, the times when just that was enough are likely coming to a end.Before we continue, let's check ourselves remember that the world that we grew up in...2018-03-1700 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVProven Summer Camp Marketing MethodsIt's that time of year again. Registration has been open for a bit, staff applications are rolling in and school groups are calling to book for Outdoor Education.You've made that first big push. Way to go!Now, let's get at it, shall we? Summer Camp is the main reason why most of us are here. We believe that every camper deserves a week at camp. We believe that every camp is great, but we're REALLY proud of our camp and we REALLY hope that kids will come.Unfortunately, hope...2018-03-1345 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVProven Summer Camp Marketing MethodsIt's that time of year again. Registration has been open for a bit, staff applications are rolling in and school groups are calling to book for Outdoor Education.You've made that first big push. Way to go!Now, let's get at it, shall we? Summer Camp is the main reason why most of us are here. We believe that every camper deserves a week at camp. We believe that every camp is great, but we're REALLY proud of our camp and we REALLY hope that kids will come.Unfortunately, hope isn't a...2018-03-1345 min
Food HealsChange Your Water, Transform Your Health, and Build Your Network with Travis ChappellWe are 70% water. If the water we drink is toxic, of course our health suffers! The average tap water contains a cocktail of chemicals: pesticides, plastics, chlorine and fluoride, to name but a few. Today’s guest, Travis Chappell, is at the forefront of a movement for clean, pure, healthy water. Travis was always pretty active, playing several hours of basketball every day when he was in college. But when he started doing door-to-door sales, his health deteriorated. He gained 40 pounds, and was constantly suffering with aches, pains, and various health issues. And one day, he couldn’t fit...2018-01-231h 21CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVEncouraging the Next Generation of Camp Pros Tool of the Week – Make Yourself a Better Camp DirectorTravis: www.camelcamelcamel.com - Amazon price trackerDan: Bored and Brilliant by Manoush ZomorodiMatt: The Better Board - Message Matt for a more detailed explanationJoe: Google Photo Scan - iOS - AndoidYour Hosts:Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - CampHacker.TV, Founder at Go Camp ProDan Weir, Director of Camping Services - Frost Valley YMCAJoe Richards, Executive Director - Pearce Williams Christian CentreMatt Honsberger, Camp Dir...2017-12-0934 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVEncouraging the Next Generation of Camp Pros Tool of the Week – Make Yourself a Better Camp DirectorTravis: www.camelcamelcamel.com - Amazon price trackerDan: Bored and Brilliant by Manoush ZomorodiMatt: The Better Board - Message Matt for a more detailed explanationJoe: Google Photo Scan - iOS - AndoidYour Hosts:Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - CampHacker.TV, Founder at Go Camp ProDan Weir, Director of Camping Services - Frost Valley YMCAJoe Richards, Executive Director - Pearce Williams Christian CentreMatt Honsberger, Camp Dir...2017-12-0934 min
Stacking Wood with Josh and Travis WymanStacking Wood Episode 3 - First Guest with Jack AllisonJosh and Travis talk to Jack Allison (Academy Awards, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Emmys, Funny or Die) about the LA comedy community, cold brew addiction and Jack's time working as a comedy writer on Jimmy Kimmel2017-11-171h 05CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVFirst Impressions Last - CampHacker #102How do your staff answer the phone? What story does the home-page of your website tell? Who meets families on opening day? How do you train your super-awesome, yet awkward teenagers to talk to parents? What is your camp's "wow factor" that people experience as they are driving down the camp road?
Take a second and answer those questions super honestly. How are you doing? If there are any aspects of your first impression that made you mentally (or physically) hang your head, no worries, the CampHackers are here to help.
Travis, Gab, Joe, Dan are joined by returning guest-host Ja...2017-11-0757 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVCamps and the Environment - CampHacker #101In the world of technology, nature deficit disorder and climate-change, it's time for camps to raise the bar. From the philosophies, to the policies, to the on the ground environmental practices, we need to start thinking intentionally about what we can do to be leaders of environmental stewardship.
To discuss ways that we can step up their sustainable game, Travis is joined by three new guests - Danny Sudman from Green Camps and of the first partners of the Green Camps Initiative, Jacob Rodenburg from Camp Kawartha and Seth Herschthal from Blue Star Camps. In this episode, you're sure to f...2017-11-0353 min
Jamie and Travis Present...Allison WilliamsAllison Williams (star of HBO's Girls, Get Out, and NBC's Peter Pan Live!), takes a little time out to talk to Jamie and Travis on the phone! This episode brought to you by Missoula Janitorial Services, www.missoulajanitorialservices.com
2017-05-121h 15CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVWorking Well With Camper Parents - CampHacker #99Way back in the way back - 2013, we talked about Partnering With Parents. Back then, we were living in a world where Social Media coming from camp was still a pretty newish thing and there weren't nearly as many channels of connection between camp and a camper's home. Also, in the last 4-5 years, more and more camp pros have been rolling their eyes at parent emails requesting things like more photos and thinking, "ugh, helicopter parents". In online circles and at conferences more and more, we see camp directors waging war against parents, who at the end of the day...2017-04-051h 02CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVBuilding Community With Your Local Community - CampHacker #98No matter how far your "draw" is for campers, it's absolutely critical that camps have a good relationship with their neighbours and local communities. If you have close residences (especially on a lake), it's important to recognize the fact that you're a noisy, bell-ringing, song-sining (screaming) place. If your camp is a little more secluded, you may be facing the challenge that, despite your strong camper numbers, people don't even know you exist! You aren't the conventional neighbour, but that can be your biggest advantage. From dropping mailers on the docks of lake neighbours, to sponsoring local sports teams, to o...2017-03-071h 03CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVWhat's on your mind? - CampHacker #97What's on your mind right now? It's fair to say that it's getting into "crunch time", but it's also probably fair to say that there's still some time to think. And when there's time to think, there's sometimes a space created in a section of our brains that is reserved for vulnerability. Whatever that is to you - uncertainty, concern, doubt, worry - thoughts like these have a way of floating in and settling in the spaces in-between your day to day. These thoughts don't exactly impede our progress, but if left un-dusted, the can certainly prevent us from moving...2017-02-0654 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVWhat Are You Doing Differently? - CampHacker #96Happy January and happy 2017! If you're anything like Joe, that means that the summer of 2017 is already preparing to sneak up on you. It's a New Year and people all around the world have made (and possibly already broken) New Year's Resolutions for themselves. These changing of the calendar prompts people to "shake things up" a bit in their lives. As Camp Pros, we don't need a prompt. We live the life of resolutions for our camps in an effort to grow, maintain, gain and/or reach more people. This episode is all about one resolution that is likely more...2017-01-2000 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVBudget and Pricing of Camp - CampHacker #95On this episode of the CampHacker Podcast, the "Business Brain Trust" (aka - Travis, Joe, Johnathon Lee and Sarah Kurtz McKinnon), have re-assembled to talk all about their best budgeting practices and how the budget can paint clearer pictures when it comes to looking at your camp's pricing. As well, tune in to hear about the host's philosophies when it comes to setting your camp's fees to reflect a professional, competitive business.2016-11-2752 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVThe Tool of the Week Show - CampHacker #94That's right, it's a Tool of the Week EPISODE! This one is for all of the masters of chrome extensions, the efficiency junkies, the royalty of DIY online design and for those people who's last panel on their phone is full of apps from listening to the Tool of the Week section on our show. With doing literally no research to back this statement up, the following list has got to be the world's biggest list of computer, web-based and phone apps curated by camp people, for camp people. Tune in to hear Travis, Dan, Gab and Joe's short explanation...2016-11-021h 05CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVThe Conversations You Have With Yourself - CampHacker #93Even when it's not the off season, a Camp Director's inner monologue can be their best friend, or their arch nemesis. Hashing things out with your brain can spark new ideas but can also slow you down with your own insecurities or doubts. We preach that mental health is something that we need to nurture in our staff and campers, but how kind are we being when we speak to ourselves? On this episode of the podcast, the fantastic (camping) four are re-united to share not only what goes on in their director heads, but what they do to keep...2016-10-291h 02CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVThe Business of Camp - CampHacker #92All of the things that we know and love about camp – campfires, singing songs, high-ropes, canoeing on a lake are all incredible, but they all won’t exist in a camp that is mismanaged from a business standpoint. For most full-time Camp Directors, this big-picture thinking about camp as a business is absolutely critical to create a sustainable and thriving place. On this episode of the CampHacker Podcast, Travis and Joe are joined by Johnathon Lee, Co-Executive Director of Camp Kintail, and Sarah Kurtz McKinnon, Camp Consultant and Go Camp Pro partner. Tune in to hear these four camp pros shar...2016-10-2800 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVTechnology and Camp - Interview with Kevin KellyKevin Kelly (Authour of The Inevitable: Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future), joins Travis in this special Interview Edition of the CampHacker Podcast. Together, Kevin and Travis discuss his views on how not only the world as a whole, but our little camp world will surely be shaped by the integration of technology into the everyday.2016-08-1943 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVTechnology and Camp - Interview with Kevin KellyKevin Kelly (Authour of The Inevitable: Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future), joins Travis in this special Interview Edition of the CampHacker Podcast. Together, Kevin and Travis discuss his views on how not only the world as a whole, but our little camp world will surely be shaped by the integration of technology into the everyday.2016-08-1943 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVTips For the Last Month Before Camp - CampHacker #91As our parting gift to you to keep you cool until we meet again in the fall, we have the whole team together to fill the last few pages of your spring journal with our top tips for this time of year. We hope that this episode gives you what you need right now whether it's a reassuring helping hand, or a fire under your rear. Either way, Dan, Joe, Gab and Travis brought their A-game for this one.2016-05-1357 minCampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVManaging Through Generations - CampHacker #89The spread of age and experience on site at camp can make things a little tricky at times. That being said, we all know that camp relies on a generational turnover to not just survive, but thrive. As directors, it's our job to reach our staff on a common ground. In this episode of the CampHacker podcast, Travis, Dan and Gab are on hand to share their insights on how to intentionally work with the actual and perceived generation-gap between you and the staff.2016-04-0741 min
CampHacker Podcast - CampHacker.TVThe Power of the Big Trip - CampHacker #87This episode of the CampHacker podcast is dedicated to these kinds of big trips and the camps that have them down to a science. Travis is joined by 3 Directors whose camps specialize in these epic excursions. These 4 Camp Pros put their heads together to discuss not just the logistics of these trips (which are super interesting!), but the transformative power that comes from campers and staff immersing themselves into nature for weeks at a time. What emerges from these conversations is that the long trips may be logistically tricky and definitely more expensive when you factor in flying in food...2016-03-181h 08