Sounding of the Herd

Announcement for people in the Terre haute area. On July 18, the Terre Haute Elks Lodge number 86, will hosting meeting for our Antlers youth program. Music: Happy & Upbeat Indie Rock "Springstride" by Vlad Annenkov

On this Episode we talk about what we did during the month of May around the Terre Haute Elks #86 Lodge. And we are joined by Christine Davies and Randy Jones to talk about this years scholarships!

Hey everyone, quick update from behind the mic at Sounding of the Herd. We’ve been working on a new episode… and this one really captures what the month of May looked like around Terre Haute Elks Lodge #86. And honestly it was a big one. We’re talking about real, hands-on community work. Supporting veterans at the Veteran Stand Down… partnering with DAV Chapter 9… getting out into the community an...

Episode 6 of Sounding of the Herd with Dave Little and Rob Cheeseman shines a light on something truly meaningful happening right in Terre Haute—the Veterans Stand Down. This powerful one-day event brings together essential services for veterans in one place, from healthcare and hot meals to housing assistance and employment support, all delivered with the dignity and respect our veterans deserve....

Service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. And for too many veterans, the hardest battles begin after they come home. On this episode of Sounding of the Herd, we’re spotlighting the Veterans Stand Down in Terre Haute—one day where the community brings healthcare, hot meals, housing support, employment help, and dignity together in one place. Not paperwork. Not red tape. Just real help, meetin...

In this episode of Sounding of the Herd , Dave and Rob pull back the curtain on something that can make even seasoned Elks nervous: District Meetings . While the phrase alone can send chills down a new member’s spine, the crew explains what district meetings really are — collaborative, informative, and surprisingly welcoming. Using the 2026 West Central Indiana Spring District Meeting as a real-li...

You've seen it on the calendar, but do you really know what a district meeting is all about? Next week on Sounding of the Herd , we break down why district meetings matter, what happens when Elks come together beyond the lodge, and how showing up strengthens leadership, fellowship, and service across the district. Episode 5 drops next week, Subscribe Now so you don't miss it. Search Sounding of th...

Hosted by Dave Little and Rob Cheesman , this episode of Sounding of the Herd features a meaningful conversation with Glenna Cheesman, Director of CASA of Vigo County . Together, they explore the vital role CASA volunteers play in advocating for children navigating the court system and how community partners like Terre Haute Elks Lodge #86 help ensure those children are heard and supported. From t...

In this episode of Sounding of the Herd , Dave and Rob dive into the four pillars of building a thriving community: Awareness, Joining, Activation, and Retention. They break down what it takes to attract the right people, get them engaged, and keep them coming back for more. Whether you’re growing a community, a team, or a business, this conversation is packed with insights to help you foster mean...

What do people really think the Elks are—and how close is that to the truth? In this episode of Sounding of the Herd, we take a candid look at the most common misconceptions about the Elks. From the idea that the lodge is a “private club” or “just a bar,” to assumptions about who can join and what membership actually means, we separate perception from reality. We talk openly about where these misu...

In the inaugural episode of Sounding of the Herd, hosts David Little and Rob Cheesman introduce the official podcast of Terre Haute Elks Lodge No. 86 and set the tone for what’s ahead. The hosts share why the podcast was created, what listeners can expect, and how it will strengthen connections within the lodge and the community. Episode 1 also features a spotlight on Jolly Corks, highlighting the...