Fraternity Foodie Podcast by Greek University

Getting back in balance during stressful times is very important. We talk more about that with Trupti Gokani, M.D., an award-winning, board-certified neurologist, health & mindset coach, ayurvedic expert, and Master Practitioner of NLP, who has dedicated her life to developing a unique blend of ancient wisdom with modern approaches. By melding these approaches, she's become a highly sought-after s...

Exercise helps college students manage stress! In 2002, certified personal trainer Holly Kouvo had a vision: to create an independent personal training company that teaches clients innovative ways to fit exercise into their daily lives. You can improve balance and strength using chairs, build strength by doing arm curls with a gallon of milk while waiting in line at the grocery store, or exercise...

Getting to forgiveness is very possible! Our next guest is Melissa Jean Rod, but you can call her M.J. She is a writer, speaker, sunset-chaser, and accidental detective of her own family tree. She helps women navigate the heartbreak of father wounds, the confusion of family secrets, and the questions of identity with honesty, hope, and a healthy dose of humor. Her debut book, The Daddy Files tells...

The problem of declining fertility rates globally will have a significant impact on the future. Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri is an OBGYN with over 30 years of practice dedicated to women's health, fertility, and reproductive education. With a unique blend of clinical expertise and a deep commitment to evidence-based, holistic care, she empowers individuals and couples to take charge of their reproduct...

Chuck Marting is the author of "Mastering the Impairment Code", endorsed by New York Times bestselling author Jack Canfield. With 30 years in law enforcement and drug recognition, he's trained hundreds of organizations on workplace safety and impairment. Chuck has spoken at national conferences including the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association, the Substance Abuse Program Administrator...

Dr. Dean Rudoy is a graduate of The Johns Hopkins University, trained at the New York University-Bellevue Medical Center, and received his doctorate in clinical psychology from Fordham University. He is author of three books, including his latest — EMISSARIES: Stories and Reflections — a collection of 60 stories lived and lessons learned over the past three quarters of a century — which has been d...

How can college students start their mindfulness journey? Let's talk to Laurie S. Jacobson, an author, speaker, and Certified Health Coach. She has spent more than 25 years promoting health and wellness through education, media, and personal appearances. She's been featured in local and national publications, and hosted Cooking for Health on WJAC-TV. In episode 609 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast...

Let's talk about the elephant in the room, and the 5 questions you MUST ask your next lover. Leonarda Minutillo is a poet, writer, teacher, mom, and speaker (even in ASL). She studied at York University in Toronto with an Honours BA with Physical Education /Psychology; B.Ed at University of Toronto; Deaf Ed at York University; and then, with an International Rotary Scholarship attended Gallaudet U...

Careers in the trades or manufacturing are of interest to you? Terry Iverson is a manufacturing leader, author, and keynote speaker dedicated to reshaping America's perception of skilled trades. As founder of CHAMPION Now!, and author of Finding America's Greatest Champion and Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing, Terry brings over 45 years of experience mentoring and inspiring the next g...

Solving problems on college campuses is everyone's job. Suzanne Smith is a nationally recognized community strategist, professor, TEDx speaker, and founder of Social Impact Architects. A Duke MBA, she has spent more than two decades helping leaders tackle complex issues in education, poverty, healthcare, and workforce development. She has also worked with government agencies—including the federal...

Achieve personal success and financial independence today. Chris Livezey is a living testament to the power of personal transformation. Despite facing significant challenges during his adolescence, Chris defied the odds and emerged as a remarkable success story. His life took a pivotal turn at the age of 16 when his father gifted him the book "See You at the Top" by Zig Ziglar, igniting a fire wit...

Help for college students signing leases is on the way! Stan Lucas is the Co-Founder and COO of LeaseWisely. LeaseWisely is the first and only tenant empowerment platform. They believe tenants should have leases that are fair and easy to understand, access to technology and data and a network that supports them throughout their entire lease journey. In episode 604 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast,...

Dr. Lyman Montgomery is a best-selling author, international speaker, and leadership coach with more than three decades of experience helping leaders and organizations align faith, purpose, and performance. As a certified life and business coach, Six Sigma Black Belt, and seasoned HR professional, he has trained thousands worldwide, inspiring people to live with clarity, discipline, and impact. Hi...

Cindy Wageman is a captivating author, speaker, and survivor of Multiple Sclerosis. She graduated from Light University through the International Christian Counselors Association and is an Advanced Certified Relationship/Life Coach. Cindy is an informative and inspirational speaker who delivers powerful messages on healing, health, and hope. In her book, "Completely Healed", she lays out a plan cr...

College students honoring their authentic self is an important concept, despite our need to always "fit in". Marcel Vögeli is the legacy voice and passionate advocate of The Key to Self-Liberation®, the groundbreaking Encyclopedia of Psychosomatics by the late visionary Belgian life philosopher and author Christiane Beerlandt®. For over 12 years, Marcel has worked closely with Dr. Dirk Lippens and...

What should we be teaching law enforcement? Jeff Wenninger is a nationally recognized law enforcement expert with 33 years of experience, most notably as a lieutenant with the LAPD. He has dedicated his career to understanding and improving police practices, specializing in police use of force, crowd management and control, school and campus safety, and security protection measures. He just releas...

How can college students step out of their comfort zone? Tim Conniff is a Keynote Speaker. He offers keynote talks that combine stand-up comedy along with a motivational message on the importance of getting out of your comfort zone, overcoming failures and avoiding negative self-talk, with clients such as Aetna, Corning, Dow Jones, Johnson & Johnson, and many more. In episode 599 of the Fraternity...

Overcoming setbacks in college is possible, and Dr. Al is here to tell you how! Dr. Allen Lycka is acknowledged as one of the leading cosmetic dermatologists in the world. A pioneer in his field, he helped develop several new technologies and has spoken at podiums worldwide. In 2003, his life changed when he was misdiagnosed with ALS (formerly known as Lou Gehrig's disease), and given six months t...

Building an empathy-centered culture in your organization is possible! Erika Sinner is a CEO, an empathy driven culture advocate, and the guiding force behind Directorie®, an Inc5000 company dedicated to propelling life science organizations forward in bringing vital products to market. With a career spanning nearly two decades, Erika's innovative spirit has fostered successful teams and elevated...

How to overcome imposter syndrome? Talk to Armida Espinoza, a first-generation Mexican American and a retired bilingual teacher. Armida hopes to write stories that shed light on second-language learners' academic and emotional challenges, meeting them where they are and validating their reality. Armida hopes that second language learners might glean insight from her experiences on how to walk thro...

Dr. Akeya Simeon is the Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life at the University of South Florida. Dr. Simeon brings a wealth of experience as a scholar-activist, higher education leader, and social work educator. She most recently served as Assistant Director for FSL at West Virginia University, where she also taught in the School of Social Work and earned her Ph. D. in Higher Education. She's...

The harm of diet culture in college is real! A Mental Health Registered Dietitian, Lauren Dorman is a Nutrition Therapist and Body Image Expert who has 22 years of experience working alongside children and adults struggling with food anxiety, body image, and self-esteem, as well as disordered and emotional eating. She is also a certified diabetes educator. After graduating from Penn State Universi...

How travel creates more compassionate humans is the topic we explore today with our guests! Dr. Evelyn Kelly and her daughter Natalie Kelly have explored 7 continents, 88 countries, and 50 states. They share their most memorable moments in "Have a Love Affair With Travel", a collection of 79 short stories and travel tips that entertain, inform, and revel the transformative power of travel. Dr. Eve...

Creating a safer fraternity and sorority experience is possible! As a student-athlete at Valparaiso and Rice, David Chadwick realized that his experience had very little to do with external factors – facilities, equipment, fans – and everything to do with intangible things – teammates and coaches, culture, and personal relationships. In an entrepreneurship class, he envisioned a digital solution t...

Finding support systems in college can be critical to your success! Wes Woodson is a nationally recognized youth mental health speaker, author, and founder of The Wes Woodson Company—a creative education and media company on a mission to help schools and universities activate self-belief in their students. With a focus on emotional safety, student leadership, and self-worth, Wes partners with inst...