STRIVECast

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...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Susie sit down with Kim O'Connor – the Program Coordinator at our STRIVE Bayside program! Kim and our crew chat all about Bayside and the incredible opportunity it offers our participants. Thanks for joining us, Kim! Later in the episode, Jeff takes another swing at #AskNoel, and we have another hysterical round of #SusiesQs! Happy #PodcastTuesday!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with PSL/STRIVE's Community Support Program Manager, Emily Wright! Emily oversees PSL/STRIVE's day program called ACTIVE, which acts in tandem with our WAVES program, whom we spotlighted on last week's episode. Tune in to hear all about the program, and how to get involved! Later in the episode, we switch up the hosting duties for #AskN...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with the Program Leader of PSL/STRIVE's WAVES Program, David Blessing! WAVES is a program we have here for folks who want a day program that runs at a bit slower pace. Thanks to David for joining us! Stick around for a great round of impressions from Jeff, another great #AskNoel segment, and, as always, #SusiesQs! Happy listening!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the team sits down and reflects on 20 years of STRIVE! We also chat all about our upcoming 20th Anniversary Gala, which will be in a few weeks on January 25th, 2020! Stay tuned for a laugh filled episode, and as always, thanks for listening!

HAPPY NEW YEAR'S EVE! Today's  episode  of the # STRIVECast  is a New Year's Special. The gang sits down and reflects on what we learned in  2 019, and look ahead to what we're excited for in  2 020! Thanks so much to all of our loyal listeners who have been with us in  2 019 (and  2 018, too!). We wouldn't be the show we are without your support! Happy New Year!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with Ray Ruby, the Community Outreach Manager for the Maine Cancer Foundation! Ray and the guys have a fascinating chat all about the amazing work that the MCF does, and the different fundraising events throughout the year that YOU can be involved with! Thanks so much to Ray for joining us. And throughout the episode, Susie plays the "s...

On a VERY exciting episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with the Maine Mariners' goaltender, Tom McCollum! Tom tells the guys all about what life is like as an ECHL player, and about why he feels it's important to give back to the community. This year, Tom selected STRIVE to be the beneficiary of the "Goalie's Who Give" Program – and in doing so donated four season tickets to STRIVE,...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with the Senior Program Manager at Maine Adaptive! Brandon talks all about the FREE and incredible, accessible recreational services the Maine Adaptive offers to Mainers all across the state. Thanks so much to Brandon for joining us! Stick around for another great #AskNoel question, this time with a holiday-themed question! Thanks so mu...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel chat with Cheryl Sessions, the brand new Executive Director of the Portland Housing Authority! Cheryl tells us all about her new role and the incredibly important role the PHA has in our community. Thank you for joining us, Cheryl! Later in the episode, stick around for a familiar voice calling into #AskNoel...and on #SusiesQs, the gang tries pl...

Today's episode of the #STRIVECast is our Thanksgiving Spectacular! Jeff, Noel, Pete and Olivia sit down as a podcast family and celebrate the season of gratitude together. They play some fun thanksgiving games, talk about what they're grateful for and more! From our podcast family to yours, we hope you have a great holiday! Thanks so much for listening to our show. We are thankful for YOU, our li...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with the Executive Director of the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, Patsy Murphy! Patsy tell us all about live at the ARLGP, her vision for the organization's future, and how to get involved and adopt a pet for yourself! STRIVE and the ARLGP have had a close relationship over the years – many STRIVE clients have gone over to re...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with Caleb, a STRIVE U alumni who now owns his own photography business called Good Eye Photography! Caleb talks all about what it's like to run his business and the places around Portland that inspire his photos. Thanks for joining us, Caleb! Later in the episode, we get another voicemail on the #AskNoel hotline asking for some relatio...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff & Noel interview STRIVE's Home Support Program Coordinator, Kate McGovern! Kate explains all about what Home Supports can do for folks, as well as tells us some of her favorite parts of working here at PSL/STRIVE! Thanks so much to Kate for joining us. Later in the episode, Noel gets another voicemail on the Ask Noel hotline, and we play another round of...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with Ralph Twombly, owner of Priority Learning! Priority Learning is an organizational development company right here in South Portland that helps develop leaders in organizations in Maine and beyond. Ralph and the Priority Learning team are a big part of the STRIVE family, and we had so much fun having him on the show. Thanks for joini...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview the Secretary of the State of Maine, Matthew Dunlap! They chat all about life in public service and learn what it's like to be in the Secretary's shoes. Thank you so much to Secretary Dunlap for joining us. Later in the episode, we have some tough questions in the "Ask Noel" question, and Jeff teaches us more about Wildlife during "Jef...