RecLess Podcast

RecLess 6 Ep 11 - Riley DeWitt-Rickards - Park Project Manager at County of San Diego, Department of Parks and Recreation, CAA lover of animals - prehistoric and current, a 30 Under 30 winner, with experience in grant and project management, gathering community feedback, educating the community about the various directions of funding and maintenance, and highlights her journey into parks projects...

RecLess 6 Ep 10 Chris Clarke - Director of Parks and Recreation, King George County, VA; a fan and supporter of RecLess, but also a respected professional in a smaller agency, highlights his work continuing special events and the scope of services in a small department, his experience as a professional referee, how podcasts and ongoing learning have shaped his career, and navigating personal miles...

RecLess 6 Ep 9 - Clement Lau - Sustainability Policy Advisor, Los Angeles County, CA; speaks to being an Asian American in parks and recreation, an introvert and quiet leader, and his perspective about parks, park uses, and careers, and his journey to a career in city planning and writing. Click here to read more - https://www.prbplus.com/author/clement-lau/ https://www.nrpa.org/blog/rooted-in-ser...

RecLess 6 Ep 8 - Jamie Sabbach - Author and President & Principal of 110 Inc. discusses her new book, The Bison Principle, and the legacy of an agency, safeguarding and honest planning against financial difficulties and strain, the role of cost recovery in programming, and responsible fiscal planning and stewardship. Click here to learn more - https://www.110percent.net/ Shane Mize is the Dire...

RecLess 6 Ep 7 - Emmy Richards, CPRP, Parks & Recreation Director Ashland, VA; discusses her role as a co-founder of the Small Agency Network as part of the National Recreation and Parks Association Connect, serving professionals in agencies representing rural towns and agencies of populations of 30,000 or less. They discuss finding support and connection when the entire full time staff could...

RecLess 6 Ep 6 - Geordie Emmanuel, CPRP, AFO - Recreation Supervisor, Town of Glastonbury, CT. Recent 2026 Young Professional Externship Program Recipient, Geordie speaks to finding passion in the field, inspiring the next generation of parks and rec professionals, professional sacrifices to serve in the field of parks and rec, the benefits of mentorship, attending NRPA conferences, and stepping i...

RecLess 6 Ep 5, Bryce King, Administrative Services Director, Centerville, UT; speaks to his career in service and the drive that has pushed him to create spaces for others including the Directors Summit - its origin and goal, his involvement with his local Youth Council, persevering through and overcoming difficult job situations, passing his experience on to others, and his passion for community...

RecLess 6 Ep 4 - Lakita Frazier, CPRP, Director of Parks and Recreation at City of Norfolk, VA speaks to being a mentor, future trends in the field, her role in the Women in Parks network (WiPaR), moving into the world of consulting, navigating politics, and her advice to professionals in the field. Click here to learn more - https://www.womeninparksandrecreation.org/ Shane Mize is the Director of...

RecLess 6 Ep 3 - Brian Emelson, CPRE, Director of Parks and Recreation, Victor, NY speaks to a career in a smaller town, making the most of and creating community where you are, and the lasting impact of parks and recreation on a person, professionally and personally. Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children....

RecLess 6 Ep 2 - Joleen Stinson, CPRP Director Dane County Parks, Wisconsin; Matthew Vanderkamp, CPRP, Recreation Director Mequon-Thiensville School District, Wisconsin This episode was recorded live at the Wisconsin Parks and Recreation WPRA 2026 Annual Conference & Trade Show in the Wisconsin Dells, WI. Joleen and Matt speak to stepping into state leadership and volunteer positions that have...

RecLess Season 6, Ep 1 - Vitoria Martin Delgado - Director General of the National Parks & Recreaction Association of Mexico RecLess celebrates 100 episodes with an international superstar who highlights the differences between what parks and recreation can look like on a world wide scale, the influence of USA parks on the Latin culture and vice versa, and the impact of our industry on citizen...

RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Kara Kish, Director of Parks and Recreation, Loveland, CO; and Sarah Sandquist, Executive Director of the Champaign Park District, Champaign, IL, speak to the differences and similarities of cultivating support systems as high performing females from a married with children and single without children points of view. This Parks & Rec Life is a podc...

RecLess presents: This Parks &Rec Life - Chase and Kori Ellis. Chase Ellis, CPO, CPRP - Director of Parks and Recreation, Trophy Club, TX and spouse Kori explore a full career, many moves, big kids, and the ups and downs of a parks and rec career. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on the lives of the loved ones of a parks professional....

RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Meredith Lawrence and John Stutzman. Meredith Lawrence - MPA, CPRE - Parks & Rec Director/Assistant Public Works Director, Mendota Heights, MN and John Stutzman, former Recreation and Leisure Services Director, City of Saint Peter, MN speak to how they develop their support system, caretake their mental health, and protect their personal family lif...

RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Jeff and Sarah Achee. Jeff is the Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation in Pflugerville, TX, and Sarah works in non-profit. They discuss growing together in their careers, the addition of their son, Luca, to their lives, and strengthening their support system. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation ca...

RecLess Season 6, Ep 1 - Vitoria Martin Delgado - Director General of the National Parks & Recreaction Association of MexicoRecLess celebrates 100 episodes with an international superstar who highlights the differences between what parks and recreation can look like on a world wide scale, the influence of USA parks on the Latin culture and vice versa, and the placement of parks and recreation...

RecLess presents: This Parks &Rec Life - Shane & Hannah Mize. Shane is the director of parks and recreation for the City of Pflugerville, TX and Hannah is the editor and producer of the parks and recreation podcast RecLess and editor and producer of This Parks & Rec Life. This special episode is guest hosted by Tom Venniro, director of parks and recreation for the City of Hilton Parma,...

RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Johnathan and Janelle Skinner. Johnathan is the Director of Parks and Recreation at the City of Lake Elsinore, CA, and inductee into the 2025 California Park & Recreation Society Hall of Fame. Janelle is in the medical field. Listen in as they talk discuss meaningful connections, patience, and finding joy in the various stages of their careers. Thi...

RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Chris and Lakisha Hunter. Chris, Superintendent of Park Operations at Mecklenburg County, and Lakisha, a medical professional, have proudly raised smart and successful twin girls and live in North Carolina with their giant doodle. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on the lives of the loved ones...

RecLess Season 5 Ep 21 Season Finale Pt 2 - Hosted by Jeff Achee, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, Pflugerville, TX. This episode sponsored by CivicPlus - The Best-Run Local Governments Run on CivicPlus Technology - https://www.civicplus.com/ Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children. Tom Venniro is...

RecLess Season 5 Ep 21 Season Finale Pt 1 - Hosted by Jeff Achee, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, Pflugerville, TX. This episode sponsored by CivicPlus - The Best-Run Local Governments Run on CivicPlus Technology - https://www.civicplus.com/ Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children. Tom Venniro is...

RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life with Katy and Josh Keller Katy Keller, Director of Parks and Recreation Pittsboro, NC and Joshua Keller, an IT professional, reside in North Carolina with their two boys Mace and Turner, along with the king of the house, their giant dog, Chewie. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on the lives of t...

This Parks & Rec Life - Tom Venniro and Melissa Salatino - Tom is the the 11-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughters Amelia and Maisie. Melissa is a career long art teacher and artist. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on the lives of the loved one...

RecLess Presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Brandon and Alexa WashingtonBrandon Washington, MPA, CPRE, is the Recreation Program Superintendent of Casa Grande, AZ and spouse, Alexa, is a loan officer. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on the lives of the loved ones of a parks professional. Hosted by Hannah Mize with guest host, Josh Kell...

RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Cortney and Sam Weinstock Cortney is the Deputy Director of Administration for Baltimore County Recreation and Parks and Sam works for NASA as an IT professional aiding the development and integration of technology and exploration using telescopes and space. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on...