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The Truman Charities Podcast$45,000 Raised At Our Halloween Party For A Young Boy Battling Brain Cancer | Q&A Should My Fundraiser Be Themed? Ep 124Costumes, prizes, and a powerful cause united the crowd at this year’s Truman Charities Halloween Bash. The event raised $45,000 to benefit For The Kids, with all the proceeds directly supporting a young boy and his family in his battle with pediatric cancer. In this episode, host and co-founder Jamie Truman recaps the night’s best moments and highlights all the amazing donors and sponsors that made it possible.-You’ll also get a sneak peek into upcoming events, including the next Bethesda's Best Happy Hour, Derby Party, and more. Curious about hosting your own themed fundra...2024-11-0713 min
The Truman Charities PodcastJUST TRYAN IT Recap | Q&A Should You Host Your Fundraising Event At Your Home Or A Venue? Ep 120In this episode of the Truman Charities podcast, host, Jamie Truman, shares details about the organization's recent Family Fun event and discusses the importance and impact of events like the kids' triathlon by 'Just Tryan It' benefiting children undergoing cancer treatment. -Jamie also looks into a listener's question about the pros and cons of hosting a fundraiser at home versus a venue, offering practical tips and advice based on her extensive experience. Jamie wraps up by encouraging listeners to submit their questions for future episodes and promoting her book, the proceeds of which benefit at-risk youth.2024-09-2515 min
DAHM! That's TruTruman said the Chiefs are gonna do WHAT??? DTT Episode #208This week Owen and Truman host fellow Chiefs fan and former host Ian to pick and predict every game in AFC West and give our Top 5 Players.
Intro: (00:00:00-00:09:03)
Denver Broncos Schedule Prediction: (00:09:03-00:33:14)
Las Vegas Raiders Schedule Prediction: (00:33:14-00:54:35)
Los Angeles Chargers Schedule Prediction: (00:54:35-01:02:03)
Kansas City Chiefs Schedule Prediction: (01:02:03-01:16:25)
Top 5 Players in the AFC West: (01:16:25-01:46:38)
Outro: (01:46:38-01:48:29)
Missed it live? Check it out on twitch.tv/steehnmachine on Mondays at 8:30pm CT and go follow Owen and Truman on...2024-08-211h 48
2 Fat Guys & A DreamWhat Can You Do To Kickstart A Weight Loss Plateau? - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #49On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott talk about their weight loss and how to kickstart Truman's weight loss plateau.
Intro (00:00:00-00:05:00)
Weigh Ins (00:05:00-00:14:20)
Truman's Gameplan (00:14:20-00:32:15)
Outro and Thanks (00:32:15-00:34:12)
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Grub BudsSimply Having A Wonderful Limeade Time | Grub Buds #164#grubbuds #limealicious #simply
Grub Buds 164
Truman is back after resigning in disgrace and the Buds are hoping that the Simply Limeade Pack lives up to the lofty standards set by the Simply Lemonades from about a year ago. We also have extreme winter sports, escaped pigs and rivaling state insects... Just an action packed Weird News this week.
0:00 - Intro03:02 - Cursed Sonic Drinks04:10 - Meltbox KC Opening Soon in the Iron District05:20 - Joe's Bachelor Party06:49 - Simply Spiked Limeade08:24 - Learning Your True Size 10:09...2024-03-141h 13
The Truman Charities PodcastVanishing Fathers Series | From Losing His Father to Becoming An Extraordinary Husband, Father & Coach | Gerald Truman Ep 101In the absence of a father, family plays a crucial role in the development of a child. They become a cornerstone of support, providing guidance to help them navigate life’s challenges.-In this episode of our Vanishing Fathers Series, host Jamie Truman is speaking to a very special guest: her father-in-law, Gerald Truman. His life poignantly illustrates the importance of family, who became a major influence on his personal growth and success after losing his father at a young age.-During their conversation, Gerald reflects on his journey through various hardships and th...2024-03-0645 minGrub BudsThe Super Donut Reigns Supreme | Grub Buds #159#foodreview #grubbuds #opendisaster
Grub Buds #159
The Buds are back and it's Truman's Birthday and the week before the Super Bowl! We are trying 4 different Chiefs themed alcohols AND revisiting Truman and Vinzent's childhood by trying a lunchroom staple with a twist that will forever shape the way the Buds view Vinzent's food opinions.
0:00 - Intro0:45 - Vinzent Needs to Shave01:45 - Truman's Birthday02:55 - Owen's Apple Fritter is a Psyop03:20 - The Buds Are Predictable 04:17 - Big Bud is Trying To Suppress the Joe Birthday Episode08:37...2024-02-081h 252 Fat Guys & A DreamWhat Does It Look Like To Have A Plan For Eating Out? - Health Podcast - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #42On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott talk about Truman's trip to Chicago, Scott changing his mentality to drop 10 pounds in a week, and Truman's plan to get back on track.
00:00 - Intro 10:25 - Weigh Ins 21:45 - Eating Out Plan 44:25 - Challenge Round Recap 44:55 - Challenge Round 48:45 - Outro and Thanks
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00:00 - Intro 03:35 - Weigh Ins 11:50 - Challenge Round Recap 21:50 - Challenge Round 30:20 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster if you're looking to support...2024-01-2631 minGrub BudsWill it Eggnog? | Grub Buds #155#grubbuds #happyholidays #eggnog
Grub Buds 155
Another ideration of an old classic, we are trying various different alcohols mixed with everyone's favorite holiday drink in pursuit of the answer to the question, Will it Eggnog? Also Truman and Vinzent got gifts for the buds!
0:00 - Intro01:29 - Peeling Back the Curtain06:01 - Owen Didn't Understand the Mission07:48 - Wait There's a Hotdog? 08:30 - Gin Eggnog13:45 - Vinzent is the Diversity Hire15:16 - A Brief Introduction on How to Play Dreidel 18:47 - The Episode that Could Have Been2023-12-211h 10
VayseVYS0031 | The Truman Show? - Vayse to Face with Willow TrumanVYS0031 | The Truman Show? - Vayse to Face with Willow Truman
We interrupt your regularly scheduled reality to bring you a broadcast directly from the weird and wonderful mind of researcher and podcaster Willow Truman, co-host of the superlative Nonsense Bazaar podcast.
Willow pulls Hine and Buckley straight into the eye of her synchronicity storm as reality itself begins to unfurl - do we live in someone else's reality or do we create our own? Which non-human entity convinced Willow to quit smoking? How did peanut butter nearly derail the entire interview? ... and can anyone...2023-11-291h 09
The Truman Charities PodcastOur Halloween Party Recap & Everything you NEED to Know To Execute A Successful Event with Marketing Guru Julie Schumacher Sasse Agency| Ep 87Four years ago, Truman Charities raised just $17,000 at their annual Halloween Party. This year, they’ve raised over $65,000 for Main Street! One thing they attribute to their growing success is the marketing expertise of board member Julie Schumacher. In this episode, host Jamie Truman is talking to Julie, the founder of Sasse Agency, about the dos and don’ts of event marketing. She shares three critical aspects of event marketing, ways to utilize partnerships for promotion, and how to use social media to increase awareness for your brand. Plus, Julie answers questions from listeners of The Truman Chari...2023-11-2126 minDAHM! That's TruBonus: Scott's Gone, But Truman is Here to Help - NFL Betting Preview Week 7 - Steehn vs MachineOn this episode of Steehn vs Machine, Truman and Scott recap their 6-4 Week 6 and hope to continue their success giving out 10 more free picks for NFL Week 7.
0:00 - Intro 1:05 - Week 6 Recap 05:45 - Pick #1 07:45 - Pick #2 10:45 - Pick #3 12:35 - Pick #4 14:50 - Pick #5 18:45 - Outro
Missed it live? Check it out on twitch.tv/steehnmachine on Mondays at 8:30pm CT and go follow Scott and Truman on twitter at twitter.com/steehnroller and twitter.com/steehnmachine. Also make sure to follow Open Disaster on twitter at twitter.com/DisasterOpen. Wanna help support in other ways...2023-10-2220 min2 Fat Guys & A DreamCutting Fried Foods Isn't All There Is To Being Healthy - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #34On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott talk about Truman gaining weight while cutting fried foods and set new exercise goals for Truman
00:00 - Intro 03:00 - Weigh Ins 13:05 - Challenging Recap 23:40 - New Challenges 40:50 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster if you're looking to support the podcast!2023-10-2042 minDAHM! That's TruBonus: Truman is HOT, Can He Keep the Betting Streak Going? - Steehn vs Machine Week 6On this episode of Steehn vs Machine, Truman and Scott recap their 6-4 Week 5 and hope to continue their success giving out 10 more free picks for NFL Week 6.
0:00 - Intro 1:05 - Week 5 Recap 07:50 - Pick #1 12:40 - Pick #2 15:10 - Pick #3 17:55 - Pick #4 21:00 - Pick #5 26:35 - Outro
Missed it live? Check it out on twitch.tv/steehnmachine on Mondays at 8:30pm CT and go follow Scott and Truman on twitter at twitter.com/steehnroller and twitter.com/steehnmachine. Also make sure to follow Open Disaster on twitter at twitter.com/DisasterOpen. Wanna help support in other ways...2023-10-1428 min
The Truman Charities PodcastCreating A Space For Individuals with Disabilities to Thrive | Main Street Ep. 84The Truman Charities Annual Halloween Party is back! On October 28th from 6 to 10 PM, Truman Charities is hosting their spectacular event to support Main Street, an organization that’s changing the lives of people with disabilities and inspiring change within the community and beyond.After her son reached adulthood and lost access to many programs offered to people with disabilities, Main Street founder Jillian Copeland was troubled by the lack of opportunities available to him and decided to take action. Main Street was created to provide affordable and accessible housing with a community of su...2023-10-1137 min2 Fat Guys & A DreamDid Truman Survive Vegas? - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #27On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott talk about Truman's trip to Las Vegas and his successes and failures along with talking about how to apply themselves to take further steps in weight loss.
00:00 - Intro 06:40 - Weigh Ins 23:20 - Diet Review 25:20 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster if you're looking to support the...2023-08-3042 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamTruman Broke Through Another Barrier - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #23On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman celebrates being under 250 pounds, talk about the successes and failures of the 2 Fat Guys & A Dream Diet, and the struggles of trying to keep going.
00:00 - Intro 08:05 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 28:00 - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream Diet Review 43:30 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster if you're...2023-08-0248 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamI Finally Fit In My Suit Again - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #16On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss how Truman has fit back into his suit, Scott went up a little bit, we check in with Truman's Dad Diet, and talk about the Wendy's Snack Wrap
0:00 - Intro 04:10 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 21:15 - Dad Diet Check-In 39:50 - Wendy's Snack Wrap Review 48:10 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live...2023-06-1357 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamWhat Would Happen If I Ate Like My Dad For 2 Weeks? - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #15On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss how to reapply yourself when stalling weight loss, wrap up Truman's DASH Diet, Truman starts his Dad Diet, and we get another Mom's Minute about portion control.
0:00 - Intro 03:55 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 25:25 - D.A.S.H. Diet Review 32:55 - Dad Diet Preview 37:35 - Mom's Minute 44:00 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv...2023-06-0651 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamThis Man Lost 7 Pounds in 7 Days, Doctor's Don't Want You To Know This Trick! - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #14Truman Scott discuss Scot's quick weight loss, Truman's D.A.S.H. Diet journey, and how salads at fast food restaurants can still be unhealthy.
0:00 - Intro 04:05 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 12:10 - D.A.S.H. Diet Check In 25:30 - Wendy's Salads Reviews 43:10 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster if you're looking to support the podcast!2023-05-3046 min
The Truman Charities Podcast$117,000 Raised & What You Need To Know When Choosing A Venue | 74Episode 72 focused on the mission of Strongest Hearts, and you heard from its co-founder, Tania Barbera. To support their foundation in funding research into gene editing for muscular dystrophy, we recently held an event and surpassed our goal and raised $117,000. At the time I recorded this episode we did not have all our donations in. This has been our largest fundraiser to date!This event was held at Tommy Joe’s, and co-founder Jamie Truman is joined by Truman Charities board member, Don McGlynn, to discuss why it’s one of our go-to venues. Don also breaks down h...2023-05-2413 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamCan Lowering Your Blood Pressure Lower Your Weight? - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #13On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss Scott's illinesses, how Truman's Calorie Counting went, talk Truman's next diet journey of the D.A.S.H. diet, and have another lesson from Mom's Minute on reading nutrition labels.
0:00 - Intro 5:45 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 9:50 - Calorie Review 21:10 - D.A.S.H. Diet Preview 27:30 - Mom's Minute 36:00 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https...2023-05-2339 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamDoes Calorie Counting Help You Lose Weight? - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #12On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss losing 44 pounds so far, Truman wraps up vegetarianism, and they look forward to Truman's next diet: Calorie Counting.
0:00 - Intro 5:25 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 14:57 - Calorie Counting Check In 19:15 - Mom's Minute 27:10 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster if you're looking to support...2023-05-1631 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamThe Curling Stone Episode! (We've Lost 44 Pounds) - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #11On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss losing 44 pounds so far, Truman wraps up vegetarianism, and they look forward to Truman's next diet: Calorie Counting.
0:00 - Intro 3:45 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 15:40 - Vegetarianism Wrap Up 33:15 - Calorie Counting Preview 43:20 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster if you're looking to support...2023-05-0949 min
Tea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 13 | Tai WoodsIn this Episode of Tea Time with Sue, University President Sue Thomas welcomed Tai Woods.
Tai is a psychology major from St. Louis and is completing her freshman year at Truman. She is a member of the Student Activities Board, TruSisters and the Association of Black Collegians. Tai shared her journey to Truman, including how she and her family fell in love with the campus when they visited. Coming from a large city, she appreciates Kirksville is not as “loud” as her hometown, and she particularly enjoys how Truman’s smaller class sizes have allowed her to get to know h...2023-05-0819 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamWhat Are All The Ways To Measure Weight Loss? - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #10#diet #healthylifestyle #vegetarian
Parts of today's episode is double audio, I apologize for that. It get's solved after about 15 or 20 minutes for Scott at the beginning, and about 3 minutes into the Mom's Minute.
On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss losing weight while life is busy, we check in with Truman's vegetarian diet, and have the world debut of Mom's Minute!
0:00 - Intro 6:55 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 16:40 - Vegetarian Check-In 28:45 - Mom's Minute 51:20 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and...2023-05-0254 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamIs Being Vegetarian Better Than Intermittent Fasting? - 2 Fat Guys & A Dream #9On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss their breaking through their weight barriers, recap how bad intermittent fasting was, and preview Truman's next diet: Vegetarianism.
0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 8:15 - Intermittent Fasting Recap 29:55 - Vegetarian Diet Preview 46:30 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster if you're looking to support...2023-04-2555 min
2 Fat Guys & A DreamWhy Do You Lose Weight On Intermittent Fasting? - 2 Fat Guys & A DreamOn this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss how much success they had this week, wrap up mindful eating and look forward to Truman's next journey: Intermittent Fasting.
0:00 - Intro 3:30 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 21:00 - Mindful Eating Recap 27:00 - Mindful Eating Preview 38:15 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster if you're looking...2023-04-1141 minTea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 11 | Zac BurdenIn this episode of Tea Time with Sue, President Sue Thomas welcomes Zac Burden, assistant director of Residence Life.
Zac came to Truman as a student in 1999 and has been a fixture on campus and in the community ever since. After earning a degree in history, he started his career in Residence Life, including a 15-year stint as the director of Missouri Hall. Zac is well known for his campus tours that often include a deep dive into University history and lore. Outside of Truman, he is active in a number of civic organizations and has twice been elected...2023-04-1022 minGrub BudsGrub Buds #118 - Buffalo Wild Winging It Without Truman Grub Buds 119 This week on Grub Buds, Vinzent, Owen, and Joe head to Owen's favorite restaurant to try out the new Honey Garlic and Buffalo Ranch sauces and as always talk weird news including runway animals, escaped convicts, and defeating social anxiety. Missed it live? Check it out on twitch.tv/steehnmachine on Mondays at 7:00pm CT and go follow Owen, Truman, Vinzent, and Joe on twitter at twitter.com/OWENgoshDAHMmit, twitter.com/steehnmachine, twitter.com/noticethez, and twitter.com/boutteboy. Also make sure to follow Open Disaster on twitter at twitter.com/DisasterOpen.2023-03-3051 min
2 Fat Guys & A Dream2 Fat Guys & A Dream #5 - Can Eating Slowly Help You Lose Weight?On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss how much success they had this week, they review how the mediterranean diet went and talk about Truman's next diet adventure: Mindful Eating.
0:00 - Intro 2:45 - Weigh Ins and Personal Health Review 8:20 - Mediterranean Diet Recap 25:45 - Mindful Eating Preview 39:00 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for Truman's live streams and https://patreon.com/OpenDisaster...2023-03-2845 minTea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 11 | Star AlexanderPresident Sue Thomas welcome Star Alexander for this episode of “Tea Time with Sue.”
A junior psychology major from St. Charles, Mo., Star is active in Phi Sigma Pi and Psi Chi. They have also served the University as a student ambassador and a visit host. This summer will mark their third time serving as an orientation leader. Star shared how they enjoy helping new students start their Truman careers, and they particularly enjoyed working with the commuter students last fall when the team took first place in Truman Week College Cup Challenge.
During the course of the conversation, Star...2023-03-2718 minTea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 10 | Vanessa AlexanderPresident Sue Thomas welcomed Vanessa Alexander, director of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion, for this episode of “Tea Time with Sue.”
Earlier this year, Vanessa returned to Truman after working with the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education and Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. She is a Truman graduate and previous employee of the Office of Admission.
During their discussion, Vanessa credits encouragement from others for helping start her career in higher education, motivating her to move across the country and for inspiring her to return...2023-03-2025 min
2 Fat Guys & A Dream2 Fat Guys & A Dream - How much Weight Can You Lose on Keto?On this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys & A Dream, Truman and Scott discuss how to calculate how much weight Truman lost on Keto, the benefits and struggles of the Keto diet, and look ahead to Truman's next journey: The Mediterranean Diet.
0:00 - Intro 5:00 - Weigh Ins and Person Health Review 16:00 - Keto Review 25:30 - Mediterranean Diet Preview 42:00 - Wins and Fails 48:15 - Outro and Thanks
Want more from Truman and Scott? Follow their twitters here: https://twitter.com/steehnmachine and https://twitter.com/steehnroller. Also make sure to check out https://twitch.tv/steehnmachine for...2023-03-1450 min
The Truman Charities Podcast69 | $54K Raised for KIND Recap & Why we started Bethesda's Best Happy HourDo you remember learning about the amazing nonprofit, KIND, in episode 37 of the show? Truman Charities partnered with them for an event since the airing, and it was the most successful Truman Charities fundraiser to date! A total of $54,470 was raised, with 100% of the profits going to feed over 363 children for an entire year.In this episode, our host Jamie Truman is recapping this event and speaking with Rob Mercer, a board member and the man responsible for these monthly Bethesda’s Best Happy Hours. You’ll hear why they’re essential to the mission of Truman Charit...2023-03-0711 min
DAHM! That's TruDahm! That's Tru #130 - Is Truman or Owen the Better Gambler?Dahm! That's Tru Episode 130
This week Truman and Owen checked back on all their bets they made during the 2022 season to see who is the better gambler. They also talk about their top 5 positions the chiefs need to draft this year.
00:00 - Intro 06:00 - Gambling Results 30:00 - Top 5 Positions the Chiefs Need To Draft 47:00 - Thanks, Pop Culture Minute, and Outro
Missed it live? Check it out on twitch.tv/steehnmachine on Mondays at 8:30pm CT and go follow Owen and Truman on twitter at twitter.com/OWENgoshDAHMmit and twitter.com/steehnmachine. Also...2023-03-0156 minTea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 9 | Jessie ColemanPresident Sue Thomas welcomes student Jessie Coleman for this episode of “Tea Time with Sue.”
Jessie is a senior history major and environmental studies minor from Shawnee, Kansas. She works as an intern in Truman’s Sustainability Office. Jessie and Sue discuss some of the projects attributed to the sustainability fee, such as solar panels at the University Farm, as well as some of the outreach efforts conducted by the office, including Earth Week events, April 15-22.
An active theatre student in high school, Jessie also shares about her experience with Truman’s TAG Improv group, whic...2023-02-2721 minTea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 7 | Jamie D'AgostinoIn this episode President Sue Thomas welcomed Jamie D’Agostino, professor of English.
Now in his 16th year at Truman, Jamie is known for his creative writing courses where some of his unique techniques for sparking creativity have even found their way into the JBA classes he teaches to middle school students in the summer.
Jamie discusses how he likes to venture into nature to find inspiration for his own work, including a rural cemetery he visited once, but had trouble finding a second time. He recently published his second full-length collection of poetry, “The Goldf...2023-02-1323 minGrub BudsGrub Buds #111 - Truman's Thinking Arby's Garlic Ribeye SandwichGrub Buds 111
This week on Grub Buds, Truman, Joe, Vinzent and Owen celebrate Truman's birthday by trying the new Taco Bell Wings and Arby's new Garlic Ribeye Smokehouse Sandwich while discussing weird news topics such as Truman's age, body bag mistakes, JV basketball coaches, kids ordering Grub Hub and the secret to healthy skin.
00:00 - Intro 13:00 - Taco Bell Wings 17:00 - Truman's Birthday Weird News 22:00 - AI Image Weird News 30:00 - Lost In Translation Weird News 38:00 - Ranking Taco Bell Wings 44:00 - Garlic Ribeye Sandwich 53:00 - Price Is Right Weird News 57:00 - Hangman Weird News 1:07:00...2023-02-081h 13Tea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 7 | Isiah SlaterPresident Sue Thomas welcomed Isiah Slater from the Truman esports team for a recent episode of Tea Time with Sue.
A computer science and graphic design double major, Isiah was instrumental in establishing the University’s esports program, which began competition in the fall. In addition to being a member of the team, he also coaches the “Rocket League” squad that qualified for National Association of Collegiate Esports playoffs. Isiah discussed how the pandemic led to an interest in livestreaming. On his Twitch channel, Awesopossum, he covers everything from video games, to art and 3D modeling. During the epis...2023-01-3023 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp. 065 How Board Members Are Key To Your Success | Truman Charities 2022 RecapThose of us who volunteer our time to give back to communities take this job seriously, so our main objective is to reach our goals so we can make a difference. A successful charity starts with having a solid group of board members, because they set the tone for how the rest of the charity functions.Each member brings unique experiences and expertise, however the best board is one that is cohesive, like-minded people, who can have fun together! This is the key to any successful charity. If your team is on the same p...2023-01-1811 minTea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 6 | Laura BatesPresident Sue Thomas welcomed Laura Bates, executive director of the Student Union and Campus Recreation, for the first “Tea Time with Sue” of the new semester. Now in her 16th year at Truman, Laura oversees the facilities, staff and students in both the Student Union Building and the Campus Recreation Center. This includes extensive involvement with major events such as Truman Week, Homecoming and organizational recruitment. During their conversation, Laura discussed the number of students who participate in Fraternity and Sorority Life and the impact those organizations have on local and national philanthropies.
Other topics of conversation include...2023-01-1719 minTea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 4 | Krishna CheboluUniversity President Sue Thomas welcomed student Krishna Chebolu for a recent episode.
Krishna is a junior mathematics major from Hyderabad, India. He works as a student advisor in Missouri Hall and is active in Missouri Hall Council and Namaste Nepal. During their conversation, Krishna discussed his experience studying at an isolated boarding school on the banks of the Ganges River with limited internet access, and how Truman’s inclusion in a college ranking led him to Kirksville.
Other topics of discussion include Krishna’s love of cycling, as well as his unique approach to time mana...2022-11-2819 minTea Time with SueTea Time with Sue | Season 2 Episode 2 | Beth HopwoodBeth, a native of Linlithgow Scotland, is a graduate student pursing a Master of Arts in Education after completing her undergraduate degree at Truman in the spring. She recently wrapped up her fifth year as the goalkeeper for the women’s soccer team. Beth discussed her journey from Scotland to Truman, as well as the appreciation she has for Kirksville and the friends she has made on campus. She also talked about introducing the film “Borat” to younger teammates.
Throughout the school year, President Thomas will welcome guests for one-on-one chats that shine a light on the people...2022-10-3118 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 054: Truman Charities - How we raised 1.5 Million for Various CharitiesJerry Truman has been advising high-net-worth clients for more than 20 years, working closely with them to develop comprehensive and cohesive paths to meet their financial and life goals. The one-on-one time and individual attention he dedicates to each client often leads to them calling him their trusted advisor. Jerry’s passion for helping others is evident in his work both with clients and with the community. An avid philanthropist, Jerry has been a member of the Lido Civic Club of Washington, D.C., for over 15 years and has served as the civic chairman since 2010. Jerry has also been a me...2022-08-0320 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 045: Hope for Henry Reinventing the Pediatric Patient ExperienceLaurie Strongin – The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 045 Laurie Strongin.Laurie Strongin is founder and CEO of the Washington, DC-based Hope for HenryFoundation which is reinventing the pediatric patient experience in hospitals around thecountry and positively influencing the outcomes of children with chronic, seriousillnesses. Laurie’s work with Hope for Henry and the memoir she published, “SavingHenry,” have placed her at the forefront of supporting the rights of patients and theirfamilies and the responsible use of new medical technologies. Laurie’s advocacy hasled her to service on the nation’s preeminent science policy and bioethics pan...2022-03-3031 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 044: NAMI Supporting individuals and Families affected by Mental illnessStephanie Rosen– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 044 Stephanie RosenStephanie Rosen has been the Executive Director for the Montgomery County, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) located in Rockville, MD for over six years. Under her tenure as Executive Director: NAMI MC program participation has increased from 6,000 individuals a year to over 18,000, programs reaching youth and young adults (Ending the Silence and Sources of Strength) have been added, revenue from the Heroes annual fundraiser has increased by over 400%, and NAMI MC was awarded the largest grant in NAMI MC history. Prior to her role as...2022-03-1629 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 043: Strengthen Our Community Through Collective Acts of Kindness with Goods for GoodElizabeth Workman– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 043A native New Yorker/Connecticun, Elizabeth came to DC in 1988 and immediately fell in love with the city that would forevermore be called "home". A social service "junkie" since her teen years, Elizabeth focused her college education at George Washington University and gradate school education at American University in the areas of psychology and social services/family dynamics. Elizabeth is very fortunate to have worked for over 30 years in the DC nonprofit, social service sector including 10 years direct program and management services at Sasha Bruce Youthwork, In...2022-03-0228 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 042: Using Games For Good CausesRoddy McKenzie and Peter Williamson – The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 42 Roddy McKenzie and Peter WilliamsonRoddy McKenzie is a co-founder of Game Genius. He has a professional background in financial services most recently in the impact investing space. He loves using play as a way to learn and grow which has led him to co-found two play-based organizations in Game Genius and Barometer XP. He is based in Washington, DC, and in his spare time loves reading history, the outdoors, and playing tennis.Peter Williamson is a professional golfer turned social entrepreneur who uses his...2022-02-1627 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 041: Ending Homelessness, Rebuilding Lives with Friendship PlaceJean-Michael Giraud– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 41 Jean-Michael Giraud. Jean-Michel Giraud has advanced the entire homeless services system in the Washington, DC Metro Area by drawing on over two decades of clinical experience in human services, expertise in psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery, and commitment to person-centered programming. He is a pioneer of innovative program models and, since joining Friendship Place in 2006, has overseen the launching of 10 new programs based on the state-of-the-art Housing First service model, transforming the organization from a small neighborhood provider serving 300 people a year into a major regional provider ser...2022-02-0230 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 040: City Dogs & City Kitties Dedicated to Finding Loving and Forever Homes for all RescuesDarren Binder – The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 40 Darren Binder. Darren is a co-founder of City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties and lived in D.C. for 20 years prior to moving to Bend, Oregon two years ago for a new position. Darren was motivated to start the rescue in 2011 after seeing a plea on Facebook about a beautiful Labrador retriever puppy named Bentley who was going to be euthanized at a high-kill shelter in Georgia. Darren and his husband Dave Liedman quickly acted to raise funds to rescue Bentley, who became CDCK’s first rescue dog. O...2022-01-1937 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 039: Providing Tools to Help Build a Strong Foundation for Afghan RefugeesManizha Azizi– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 39 Manizha AziziManizha and her family fled Afghanistan during the Cold War in the 1980's when she was only 5 years old. Being a refugee herself, she knows all too well what these newly arrived families have endured and the obstacles that they may face being in a completely new environment. Manizha leads with compassion and wants to empower refugees, particularly the women and children, by example. She began volunteering with IROC as a result of her deep desire to support and empower those in need. Manizha is a m...2022-01-0524 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 038: Unifying the Chromosome 8p Community While Accelerating Treatments for TomorrowBina Shah– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 38 Bina Shah.In 2018, Bina founded Project 8p Foundation to accelerate research with the goal of treatment for chromosome 8p heroes like her daughter Karina. Since then, she has fully committed herself to the advancement of clinical and research understanding of rare disorders, in particular neurodevelopmental chromosomal disorders such as the 8p rearrangements. Shifting perspectives from disease specific efforts to innovative approaches that are gene-agnostic and cross disorder is a long term scalable vision of hers. As a result, she is the founding partner of the Commission on...2021-12-2921 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 037: The Crunchy Life Book Series Teaching Valuable Lessons for KidsGlen Mourning– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 37 Glen Mourning. Glen Mourning is an educator and author. The Crunchy Life Kid's book series is his most popular work that consist of a 8 titles written for children ages 8 and up. As the oldest of his mother's five children, Glen's books tie in life memories, a spin on traditional fairy tales as well as his imagination to create heartfelt and mesmerizing stories. Glen was blessed with the opportunity to lead by example where he would become the first of two generations to not only graduate from hig...2021-12-2234 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 036: Main Street Redefining InclusivityJillian Copeland– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 36 Jillian Copeland.In 2014, Jillian created Teens Like Us, a weekend and summer inclusive social programdesigned to meet the needs of teens with disabilities in the Greater Washington area.Jillian’s latest and greatest endeavor, Main Street, is a joint initiative with her husband Scott. Main Street is a model and a mindset, the first of its kind inclusive and affordable apartment building and community center serving people of all abilities. Main Street opened the doors to residents in the summer of 2020 and currently provide membership opportunities to ov...2021-12-1537 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 035: Restoring Dignity to Foster Children through Comfort CasesRob Sheer – The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 35 Rob Sheer.Rob entered the foster care system as a child who had lost both parents. He was brought into a house with all of his belongings in a tattered and torn trash bag. Eight years ago, 5 children, who are now his daughter and 4 sons, arrived on his doorstep through foster care whom experienced the same undignified process Rob endured forty years ago. Floored by the fact that children still carry their lives in a bag used for trash nearly four decades since his own experience, Rob...2021-12-0846 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 034: Restore Hope Liberia providing Health, Education and Opportunity to LiberiansDr. Bob Rufsvold, Dr Barbara Burke, Kumeinu Da-Tokpah and Saundra Williams– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 34 Dr. Bob Rufsvold, Dr Barbara Burke, Kumeinu Da-Tokpah and Saundra Williams.RESTORE HOPE: LIBERIA provides relief and empowerment to the most vulnerable in post-emergency communities through an innovative integration of health, education, and economic development, creating opportunity, changing lives and building resilient communities. We provide direct support to over 600 of the most disadvantaged/vulnerable women & children in Kolahun, Lofa County, Liberia. Kumeinu Da-Tokpah earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Liberia in 2016, with a focus on Ag...2021-12-0135 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 033: Easterseals Serving the Community for Over 100 yearsJonathan Horowitch– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 33 Jonathan HorowitchJon Horowitch was appointed President & CEO of Easterseals DC MD VA in 2017 after serving as the organization’s COO for five years. Jon leads a 250-person team that provides critical, direct services to the most vulnerable members of our community‒children and adults with disabilities, low income families, and veterans/military family members. Recognizing that the daily interactions of Easterseals’ direct care staff with program participants drives the organization’s outcomes, Jon emphasizes a values-based approach. He focuses on ensuring that each team member understands the organiz...2021-11-2430 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 032: How the Chamber is Empowering Small Business OwnersAllie Williams & Russell Lacey– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 32 Allie Williams & Russell Lacey.President of Electric Advisors, Russell Lacey has been an active part of the business community for over 20 years. Before starting Electric Advisors, he managed the production offices for bank-owned mortgage operations for CitiBank, Chase Manhattan, and Washington Mutual. During those years he was, and continues to be, involved in business community activity through various chambers of commerce and professional organizations related to his field of employment. Russell has a strong commitment to the growth of the company, the retention of the c...2021-11-1737 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 031: Reuniting Soldiers After WarMary Henry– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 31 Mary Henry.Mary Henry grew up in Minnesota. She has been married for 30+ years, has one son and two daughters. Mary has worked in the special ed field for 36 years. In 2016 Mary, along with her son, Eric Harder, established Reuniting After War, a 501(3)(c) which holds all-inclusive reunions for combat veterans. Her passion is driven by her son’s service in the Army and witnessing first-hand the bonds that are created through a deployment. Mary’s hobbies include reading, walking, biking and hanging out with her family...2021-11-1018 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 030: Helping Veterans become EntrepreneursScott Jensen– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 30 Scott Jensen.Scott Jensen serves as the Executive Director of the National Veteran Small Business Coalition. A Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business owner and an executive with extensive experience in leadership and management across a 30-plus year career, he is the President of Alpine Global Solutions and has served as the Chief Operations Officer for Team RWB, Chief Executive Officer for Protect Our Defenders and as the Assistant Vice President for Leadership Development Programs at the American Council on Education. His three decades of management, leadership an...2021-11-0326 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 029: Protecting Our Defenders Through the HM2 Buck For Hope FoundationBetty Buck– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 29 Betty Buck. Listen to this important Truman Charities episode with Betty Buck about her organization the HM2 Buck For Hope Foundation. Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Betty’s story and why she started the HM2 Buck For Hope Foundation. The HM2 Buck For Hope Foundation’s purpose of making those aware of sexual assault in all branches of the military. The various statistics of sexual assault in the military and how we can protect our service men and women. Signs of suicide and w...2021-10-2722 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 028: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: Making Strides in Patient Care and ResearchRia Freydberg– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 28 Ria FreydbergRia Freydberg serves as the Executive Director for the Mid-Atlantic Region of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. After more than a decade in restaurant management, Ria was nominated to run for LLS’ Man & Woman of the Year campaign in memory of her mother. Ria lost her mother to acute myeloid leukemia and after participating in the campaign, new she had found a new love and passion for non-profits, specifically LLS. Shortly after, her mentors, Allison Gurnitz (then LLS Board Chair) and then Executive Director, Beth Gorma...2021-10-2015 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 027: Increasing Access to Rehabilitation Care For Individuals Who Have Breast CancerJill Binkley– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 27 Jill Binkley.Jill Binkley is a Physical Therapist and Founder of Turning Point Breast Cancer Rehabilitation, a non-profit healthcare organization. She served as the Executive Director of the organization for 14 years and continues as a Consultant. Jill has over 30 years of experience in breast cancer rehabilitation, orthopedic physical therapy and manual therapy and has taught physical therapists at the undergraduate and post-graduate level. She is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy, a clinical researcher and has pu...2021-10-1327 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 026: Using Integrative Medicine for Pain ManagementJohn Rosa– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 26 John Rosa. Dr. John Rosa owns and supervises Accessible Beltway Clinics, which is comprised of 17 Integrative Medicine clinics in Maryland and Virginia that sees over 60,000 patient visits per year. ABC Clinics combine medicine, chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture and behavioral medicine to give a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to pain syndromes and musculoskeletal disorders. He is active in sports medicine with consulting/treating athletes in several universities, NBA, MLB, NHL and USA Olympic Basketball and is current Chair of the Board to Maryland University of Integrative Health.Dr. Ros...2021-10-0642 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 025: Empowering People in Mental Health Recovery to Live IndependentlyAbe Schuchman– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 025 Abe SchuchmanAbe Schuchman has served as the Executive Director (now CEO) of Housing Unlimited, Inc. since Housing Unlimited began operations in December 1994. Housing Unlimited is a supported living housing corporation that provides permanent, safe, affordable, and independent housing to low income adults in mental health recovery in Montgomery County, Maryland. Mr. Schuchman, working closely with Housing Unlimited’s strong and active Board of Directors and staff, has coordinated all of Housing Unlimited’s affordable housing acquisition and management operations to date. This includes the purchase of eighty...2021-09-2817 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 024: Helping Those With Disabilities Through fitness at the Spirit Club FoundationBethany Keener– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 24 Bethany KeenerBethany Keener became the executive director of Spirit Club Foundation in September 2020. She has nearly two decades of experience in nonprofit communications and development, including nine years working in organizations that support adults who have intellectual/developmental disabilities. Prior to her role at Spirit Club Foundation, Bethany worked as the communications director for an Arlington, Virginia, nonprofit focused on affordable housing. Bethany holds a bachelor’s degree from Goshen College, a Master of Nonprofit Administration from the University of Notre Dame, and an associate degree in gr...2021-09-2215 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 023: Rotarians supporting our Military through their Purple Tee Golf TournamentAlan Schulman & Lyn Culver– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 23 Alan Schulman & Lyn Culver.Lyn is an experienced Executive with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Strong community and social services professional skilled in Nonprofit Organizations, Philanthropy, Fundraising, Leadership, and Marketing.As Vice President of Development for Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic until retiring in 2020,Lyn Culver was responsible for a managing a team of 8 and ensuring development and implementationrevenue and strategies that support the goals of the organization. Their missionstatement is: Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.Their fu...2021-09-1430 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 022: Feeding Those in Need One Meal at a TimeLeah Craft– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 22 Leah Craft.Leah has spent her career committed to the strategic and financial growth of local, national, and international organizations. She is motivated by her passion to bring equity where it is not, and to leave the world better than she found it, especially for her two young daughters. Leah’s upbringing in rural Kentucky was her first, and perhaps most impactful, exposure to cyclical poverty in general, and food insecurity in particular. Leah has a B.A. in International Economics and French from the University of K...2021-09-0817 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 021: Building self-esteem and independence at the Columbia House for the BlindTony Cancelosi and Jocelyn Hunter– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 21 Tony Cancelosi and Jocelyn HunterThe Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind (CLB) Board of Directors appointed Anthony J. (Tony) Cancelosi, KMoB, President and CEO, in September 2005. Under his leadership, CLB is refocusing its priorities to improve the services for the residents living in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia who are blind or visually impaired. To accomplish this goal, Mr. Cancelosi is expanding CLB’s strategic partnerships within the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and forging alliances with other blindness and disability organizations, both regio...2021-09-0124 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 020: Helping Women Recover from Breast Cancer Surgery One Basket at a TimeCarolyn Cole-Rodenburg– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 20 Carolyn Cole-RodenburgCarolyn Cole-Rodenburg, a 18-year breast cancer survivor, is the Founder & President of The IIIB’s Foundation, a highly recognized and respected breast cancer charity. She is an exemplary model of someone who has personal knowledge of the physical and emotional effects of breast cancer. Carolyn is determined to fully live her life dedicated to comforting and educating other survivors, their family and friends. She is a dynamic professional who easily communicates with all intellectual levels and shares her knowledge and compassion openly in an attempt to b...2021-08-2524 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 019: Conquering Mental Illness Through Storytelling and ExpressionJennifer Marshall– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 019 Jennifer Marshall.Jennifer Marshall was diagnosed with Type 1 Bipolar Disorder in 2006 at the age of 26. She’s had four hospitalizations within five years – two in 2005 before any diagnosis was reached, and two more because she was trying to protect her newborn son (postpartum psychosis) in 2008 and her unborn daughter in 2010 – and all were because she was unmedicated at the time. Writing her way through life with a mental illness became her way of healing, and her award-winning blog BipolarMomLife became an inspiration to many. Jenn created This Is...2021-08-1819 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 018: From the NFL to Empowering the Future Leaders of TomorrowKen Harvey– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 018 Ken HarveyKen Harvey played football in the NFL of 11 years, and before that he attended the University of California at Berkeley for college. His journey was not the normal path and he realized that too much is given, much is required. Ken learned through experience that while the heart may be in the right place there is a proper way of doing things. His mission, like the title, is that he wants to help Touching Heart make a difference. ” If I die only being known as a fo...2021-08-1131 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 017 Helping Children With Autism Through Sports and Recreational ProgramsThomas & Natalie Liniak– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 17 Thomas & Natalie Liniak.Tom and Natalie Liniak are parents of two sons, the oldest of whom has autism. Frustrated by the lack of meaningful sports and social options for their son, the couple co-founded the non-profit Sports Plus in 2005. Sports Plus offers a continuum of instructional sports, social and pre-workforce programs for children and young adults with autism and other disabilities. These innovative programs have proven to be highly successful for thousands of participants and have garnered numerous regional and national awards and extensive media co...2021-08-0437 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 016 Tiffany Shares Her Secrets On How You Can Achieve Overall WellnessTiffany Nesfield– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 016 Tiffany Nesfield Tiffany Nesfield, the owner of Nesfield Performance, native Marylander and former University of Illinois Division I track and field athlete. She has been an active member of the fitness industry for 14 years. Spending the last 8 years developing a health and wellness company that promotes living healthier and fuller lives through optimal body performance. Prior to the start of her own health and wellness company her experience varied from with working with Division I, post-collegiate and professional athletes as well as the general public, she spe...2021-07-2827 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 015 Transforming Lives by assisting in shelter, nourishment, and job placement for those in NeedCourtney Hall– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 015 Courtney HallCourtney joined Interfaith Works as Chief Executive Officer in November 2020 following 17 years of service in the public and nonprofit sectors. He now has the privilege of leading an organization of 130 employees and 12,000 volunteers that has provided supports and services to vulnerable Montgomery County residents since 1972.Most recently, Courtney served as the Vice President at Housing Up in Washington DC, where he led the provision of affordable housing and supportive services to more than 700 homeless individuals and at-risk households. Prior to his Housing Up experience, Courtney se...2021-07-2123 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 014 Striving to Make the World a Greener PlacePam Mercer– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 014 Pam Mercer.Pam and the Mercer family (3 teens, my husband, 2 cats, and a dog) is Greenily. Our experiences and life provide the examples and information I share about how your family can learn from us and move toward a greener lifestyle too. I am passionate (okay, maybe obsessed!) about my family doing our part to be as environmentally friendly as possible, every day, all the time! I am constantly looking for ways to make the way we live greener without totally changing our lifestyle. I definitely don’t...2021-07-1417 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 013 Maryland Golf Tournaments Helping Kids in NeedGary Heldt and MIke Thomas– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 013 Gary Heldt and MIke ThomasGary D. Heldt, Jr., is a Certified Public Accountant. Gary owns and operates Small Business Advisors, in Gambrills, Maryland. Small Business Advisors serves a client base from the Baltimore, MD, Washington, DC and Northern Virginia vicinity, and holds the title of Premier Tax Coach in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.Gary also believes that it is important to give back to the community. He helped form a business referral group where trusted firms recommend each other when their own clients need...2021-07-0722 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 012 Educating our Youth Though the Introduction to the ArtsArianna Ross– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 012 Arianna RossGuest is Arianna Ross: Her company Story Tapestries aims to provide equitable access to the arts as a source to develop yourself and the community to shift the culture of inclusivity and narrative of the community. She has presented and taught over 840,000 people. For 23 years, she has been known for her ability to entertain, engage and educate children and adults with equal success helping them to find their voice and tell a story. She believes in the power of combining the arts, language, and STEM with...2021-06-3033 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 011 Mobilizing The Importance of Mental HealthAllison Malmon– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 011 Allison MalmonAlison Malmon is founder and Executive Director of Active Minds, the leading organization mobilizing the next generation to change the conversation about mental health in America. She started the organization in 2003 shortly after graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, following the suicide of her brother, Brian. With programs now at more than 800 high schools, colleges, and workplaces, Active Minds is opening up the conversation about mental health and creating lasting change in the way it is valued across the country – and saving lives. Serving as Acti...2021-06-2331 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 010 Simple and Strategic Marketing that Motivates!Julie Schumacher– The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 010 Julie SchumacherGuest Name is Julie Schumacher is a leader in integrated marketing strategy. She is a highly focused project manager, who works collaboratively with owners, executive leadership and teams in large and small companies to drive effective messaging and engagement. Her approach is to keep marketing simple and strategic. Her work ethic is let’s get to it – to assess, implement, measure and drive growth!Julie has worked with some of the most respected businesses and organizations in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, driving success with c...2021-06-1622 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 009 Rescue, Rehoming and Second chances gives animals a New LifeThe Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 009 JME ThomasJme founded Motley Zoo Animal Rescue with her husband in 2009, after volunteering for other organizations and feeling there was more that could be done to support pets and people in the rescue world. With more than 14 years experience, she has been acting Executive Director, responsible for the overall vision and direction of the organization, which is comprised of more than 150 volunteers who have rescued and rehomed more than 3,600 animals! Motley Zoo specializes in special and medically needy animals, many of which jme and her husband foster together...2021-06-0927 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 007 How Hope Connections programs are changing lives for cancer patients and their familiesMary McCusker & Stephanie SternThe Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 007 Mary McCusker & Stephanie Stern.Guests are Stephanie has been an oncology social worker for over 25 years. She has extensive experience providing support services to people affected by a cancer diagnosis: patients, caregivers, and the bereaved. In addition to her work at Hope Connections, she supervises post-masters students at Smith College School of Social Work enrolled in their End-of-Life Certificate Program. She founded Compassionate Counseling Services and has a career in providing individual and group counseling services across a wide range of delivery models, including in-person...2021-05-2620 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 006 A home for kids when cancer hits home - Christopher's HavenJoyce DuvallThe Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 006 Joyce DuvallGuest is Joyce Duvall. Joyce was named as Executive Director of Christopher’s Haven in 2011. Originally assisting with conceptual development and initial fundraising from day one, she quickly become devoted to the Christopher’s Haven Mission on a full-time basis.Prior to her work at Christopher’s Haven, Joyce worked in nonprofit and program development for more than 20 years on behalf of various companies including METCO, Inc. and The Longfellow Club. Duvall attended Northeastern University and Greenfield College.Joyce is from Sudbury, MA and now lives in Atl...2021-05-1920 min
浪遊天涯 Dare to TravelEp. 35 浪遊不需要勇氣，獨自踏上浪遊的女生則需要一點傻氣 Believe in the kindness of humans ft. Jessie & News本集由主持人Truman，旅行到花蓮，跟在兩個各自在歐洲浪遊七年Jessie與News，一起與我們聊聊他們兩個單身女子當初為何想要獨自踏上旅程，分享浪遊過程中會遇到什麼，如果你是一個想要成為流浪世界的浪女，This episode is for you! (00:02:00) Jessie + News 旅遊的經歷 (00:04:45) Jessie, 你為什麼一個人去旅行？旅行對妳為什麼那麼重要？ (00:06:15) News, 你為什麼一個人去旅行？ 旅行對妳為什麼那麼重要？ (00:09:00) Truman, 你為什麼一個人去旅行？ 旅行對妳為什麼那麼重要？ (00:10:45) Duncan, 你為什麼一個人去旅行？ 旅行對妳為什麼那麼重要？ (00:13:40) Jessie, 旅行真的需要勇氣嗎？ (00:15:50) News, 旅行真的需要勇氣嗎？ (00:20:20) Truman, 旅行真的需要勇氣嗎？ (00:22:25) 你們女生旅行的時候通常會遇到什麼樣的問題是你們覺得男生不會遇到的？ (00:28:00) Jessie 搭便車的經驗 (00:30:30) Truman 對沙發衝浪話題的補充 (00:32:50) 你們一個人旅行會帶來什麼的啟發？ 本集部落格 https://www.daretotravelpodcast.com/post/ep-35-believe-in-the-kindness-of-humans 本集提到的女生用品： 月亮杯 支持我們 Support our Show:捐款贊助: https://p.ecpay.com.tw/D32FC3D 我們的官網與社群平台 Our Official website and social Media官網: DareToTravelPodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/daretotravelpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/daretotravelpodcast電子郵件: worldsuperwanderer@gmail.com 音樂授權 Music credit:Wholesome Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Powered by Firstory Hosting2021-05-1346 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 005 Lifting the Stigma of Mental Illness with Bo's EffortKatie DePaolaThe Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 005 Katie DePaolaGuest Name is Katie DePaola. Katie DePaola is an author, speaker, entrepreneur and the founder of Inner Glow Circle, a company dedicated to helping women become professional certified life coaches and build profitable personal brands, which has grown into a globally recognized professional training and certification program.Through Inner Glow Circle, Katie built the first all women, all online ICF Accredited Coach Training course, helping thousands of women start businesses of their own.In her bestselling book, At Least You Look Good, Katie shares her most v...2021-05-1222 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 004 Creating a Successful Event and 3 Inexpensive Ways to Increase your Home ValueDon McGlynnThe Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 004 Don McGlynn.Guest is Don McGlynn. Don is an Associate Broker and a real estate professional with over 25 years of experience. He graduated from the University of Maryland with a B.S./B.A. degree in Business Finance and Communications. In addition to building his successful real estate business, Don served as the manager of a successful local brokerage office. He has been helping buyers and sellers of residential property in DC and MD since 1991. He prides himself in providing exceptional personal service to his clients. Don be...2021-05-0510 min
浪遊天涯 Dare to TravelEp. 33 浪遊天涯 D&T 難忘的野營故事-台灣&歐洲 Wild camping experiences in Taiwan and Europe ft. Truman and Duncan不知道大家是否有野營過呢? 今天 Duncan 和 Truman兩人 來跟聽眾朋友們來分享，他們兩人一些難忘的野營故事。 (00:01:50) 什麼是 Glamping (00:04:25) Duncan 太魯閣的野營經驗 (00:11:45) Truman 在 Norway 野營的經驗 (00:26:15) Duncan 南澳的野營經驗 (00:34:05) Truman, 你洗澡，水怎麼解決？ (00:40:20) Truman 義大利野營經驗 (00:49:10) 在歐洲我們可以隨便露營嗎？ (00:50:50) Truman, 你在國外會帶煮飯的工具嗎？ 本集部落格 https://www.daretotravelpodcast.com/post/ep-33-d-t-wildcamping-story 支持我們 Support our Show:捐款贊助: https://p.ecpay.com.tw/D32FC3D 我們的官網與社群平台 Our Official website and social Media官網: DareToTravelPodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/daretotravelpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/daretotravelpodcast電子郵件: worldsuperwanderer@gmail.com 音樂授權 Music credit:Wholesome Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Powered by Firstory Hosting2021-04-2958 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 003 The Importance of Paying it Forward and Key Tips on How to Run Successful After School ProgramsDave SilbertThe Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 003 Dave SilbertGuest Name is Dave Silbert. For as long as he can remember, Dave has always wanted to help people and serve his community in whatever way he could. As a young adult, Dave gained extensive experience working with people as the Assistant Director of an in-patient rehabilitation facility in California. After returning to the East Coast, he started his own personal training and sports coaching business, learning the in's and out's of running one's own business and the joy in working with kids.In 2009, a life-changing s...2021-04-2827 min
The Truman Charities PodcastEp 002 Fundraising expert Heidi Webb shares her secrets on how to take your non-profit to the next levelHeidi WebbThe Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 002 Heidi WebbGuest Name is Hedi Webb, a Certified Fund Raising Executive who is experienced at building a strong case for philanthropic support for amazing charities. Through GreenKite Fundraising, She is supported by a team of marketing and fundraising professionals who often function as a think tank, consistently bringing new perspectives and ideas to clients she supports. This model provides for greater flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and circumstances as she address client challenges. They provide research, insights, and data, allowing her to develop the most appropriate st...2021-04-2126 min