STRIVECast

On today's episode of the  # STRIVECast , we interview Hayley Smith-Rose from Hot Radio Maine! Hayley wears a lot of hats over there, but most people know her as their favorite DJ and radio personality on the station! Thanks so much to Hayley for joining us! Later in the episode, check in for some music-themed segments, and a fun Susie's Q's! Thanks as always for listening!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Susie interview…(drumroll please) Pete and Noel! Pete and Noel have both been to all 16 STRIVE Rocks events, so give us a glimpse into our big event's history throughout the years, and info for this year's event…happening FRIDAY! Thanks to Pete and Noel for sliding into the guest chairs! Stick around for all things STRIVE Rocks, including tips to sta...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview our friend Tyler Kalahar from USM! Tyler works to create service-learning opportunities for students and classes, and talks with the guys all about what he thinks the future of volunteerism should look like. Thanks so much for Tyler for joining us! Later in the episode, stick around for a summer themed #YackingWithYou, and a very infor...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview Colleen Hilton, the President of VNA/Northern Light Home Health & Hospice (…and Susie's aunt)! Colleen tells us all about the important work that her organization does, and the care they've been providing during the #COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks so much to Colleen for joining us! Later in the show, both #YackingWithYou and #SusiesQs are a...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Noel and Susie interview our friend Tucker Daniels from ASAP Taxi! He tells us all about his role at the company, as well as about the important role ASAP has played for so many people in the Greater Portland area for many years now. Thanks for joining us Tucker! Later in the show, stick around for a #LadyLiberty themed #SusiesQs, and a VERY interesting sport...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel chat with Denise Beck, the Marketing and Community Outreach Manager for the Greater Portland METRO! Denise tells us all about the amazing service that METRO provides to our community, the health and safety measures they've implemented due to COVID-19, and more. Thanks so much for Denise for joining us! Later in the show, stick around for a fun c...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview the CEO of NAMI Maine, Jenna Mehnert! Jenna tells us all about the incredible work done at NAMI Maine, and gives us insight into the two new programs they've created during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks so much to Jenna for joining us! Later in the show we have a fun round of guys vs girls Family Feud, and talk more about our Virtual #...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with Bill Garoutte, President & CEO of the National Auto Body Council! Bill tells us all about his career and the amazing work the NABC does- like it's Recycled Rides program! Thanks so much to Bill for joining us! Later in the episode, stick around for a fun #SusiesQs where the gang deciphers bird calls, and a special #YackingWithYou a...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we sit down with our new friend and fellow podcaster Roy Gerstenberger! Roy is the director of an agency in Vermont called Firstperson Services, which supports organizations seeking to provide higher quality support to people through a focus on person-centered practices. Roy talks about his amazing career in the field of supporting people with disabilities, a...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we interview our very own Program Manager and STRIVECast Producer, Whitney! Jeff and Noel interview Whitney about our upcoming STRIVE Auction and Flea Market Flip – where she explains everything you'll need to know for our upcoming event. Thanks for sliding into the guest chair, Whit! Later in the episode, we play a fun newlywed-style game – Jeff and Pete vs...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang sits down with Jeff Taylor – Ryan's brother – who makes incredible mosaic's out of magazines! Jeff and Noel ask him all about his art-making process, and we even get to see several pieces at the end! Thanks for joining us, Jeff! Later in the show, Noel gets an #AskNoel question from a friend, and we play some fun trivia games for #YackingWithYou and...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview our friend and local magician Phil Smith of Abracadabra Productions! Phil tells us all about how he followed his dream of becoming a magician here in Maine, and even does some tricks for us at the end! Thanks so much to Phil for joining us! Later in the episode, we talk about all of our favorite teachers of the past to honor #TeacherAp...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview our friend Scott Dobos, who tell us all about his job at Maine Luxury Vacation Rentals! Thanks for joining us, Scott! Later in the episode we play a fun round of choosing who would play us in a movie, as well as some hilarious jokes from Susie during #SusiesQs. Happy #PodcastTuesday!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we're joined on Zoom by our good friend Joe Quinlan of the Maine Red Claws! Joe is a great friend of STRIVE, a volunteer, and member of our Steering Committee! Tune in to see Noel and Susie ask him about what life is like working in the G-League…as well as share some stories about Tacko Fall! Thanks so much to Joe for joining us! Later in the episode, we do a...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Noel and Susie interview Liz Cotter-Schlax, the President and CEO of United Way of Greater Portland! Liz tells us all about the incredible work that the United Way is doing for our community to aid with coronavirus relief, as well as all of the work they do year round. Thanks so much to Liz for joining us! Stick around as the gang discusses ever-important top...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang sits down with Dr. Anne Ryan, STRIVE's own Director of the STRIVE WorldWIDE Program that we all saw in action on the news last night! Anne talks about how the program has grown over the last year, and goes into detail about how our TOPS students, as well as other area high schooler's have all been benefiting from online learning during this time. Tha...

On another VISUAL episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang sits down with Meg Hahn, who is leading the charge of creating our newest program, STRIVE Studios! Tune in to learn all about this exciting addition to PSL/STRIVE's programming, and what we have in store. Thanks so much to Meg for coming on the show, and for all the work she's done putting this program together! Later in the episode we have an...

Today on the #STRIVECast we have our very first VISUAL (on Facebook and YouTube) episode! See the team (minus Whitney, who was sorely missed!) interview our friend Erin Cannon, who tells us all about her awesome job at WEX. We hope seeing these familiar faces helps to brighten your day, and gives you another thing to watch as we stay inside. Happy WATCHING, today, and happy #podcasttuesday from al...

On a special episode of the #STRIVECast, our team joins in a conference call together, while we practice #SocialDistancing in the time of #COVID_19. While we decided to skip having an interview this week, we thought recording a short episode for you all might help to brighten some spirits during this uncertain time. It definitely helped us make our day feel a little more "normal," even though we c...

On today's episode of the STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview STRIVE's newest volunteer, David Hilleary! David tells us all about his journey to Maine, and what led him to volunteer with our organization. Later in the episode stick around for our own version of March madness – boy band edition! And as always, another fun round of Susie's Q's! If you haven't already, please leave us a rating and re...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with Jason Lundy and Rose Parsons from Bank of America! Jason is a member of our Steering Committee, and a longtime friend of STRIVE, and Rose has helped STRIVE in having the bank sponsor several past STRIVE events! Tune in for one of our most high energy episodes yet! Happy #PodcastTuesday!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we spend some time together as a podcast fam, and give Jeff and Noel a little vacation from doing weekly interviews! We play some hilarious games, like The Price Is Right: Facebook Marketplace Edition, and a new game called "You Laugh, You Lose!" Definitely tune in to hear which joke brought the house down at the end of that segment. We'll be back next week w...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with Mike Nicholas, who is the Sales Operations Manager at CHART Metalworks! CHART is a local business that creates map jewelry and accessories, allowing customers to select a map that means something to them. Thanks so much to Mike for joining us – we had lots of fun! Later in the episode we have an email question for our #AskNoel ques...

On today's episode of the  #STRIVECast , Noel and Jeff speak with financial planner, Rob Wrubel! Rob focuses on financial planning for families with a special-needs member. Rob has also written a book titled "Financial Freedom for Special Needs Families". Rob gave the STRIVECast team some great advice. We hope you find it as informative as we did! We also got some #ValentinesDay dating tips during...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Noel and Susie sit down with Maine Public's Deputy News Director, Susan Sharon! Susan has been a friend of STRIVE for a long time – she profiled our first class of STRIVE U back in 2004…which, as you know Jeff and Noel were apart of! We were excited to be able to reunite Susan with at least half of our dynamic duo, since Jeff is out sick this week. Thanks so...