Eric

Tales from DeSales

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'Tales from DeSales' is an in-studio conversation series hosted by DeSales University President Fr. Jim Greenfield. Each episode features thoughtful interviews with DeSales alumni and notable leaders from the Lehigh Valley, exploring their personal journeys, professional paths, and the experiences that have shaped their lives and leadership. The show offers meaningful insight into the impact of a DeSales education and the stories that continue to strengthen the University’s extended community.

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Episode 5: Featuring Dr. Alan Heckman 23.06.2026 31:18

Welcome to Tales From DeSales, a DeSales University podcast series hosted by University President Fr. Jim Greenfield, in which he sits down with alumni. In this episode, Fr. Jim welcomes Dr. Alan Heckman, a 2011 alum and current faculty of DeSales University. Dr. Alan Heckman, DMSc, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant and has been a member of the faculty since 2013. He earned his Bachelo...

Episode 5: Featuring Dr. Brennan Pursell 04.05.2026 29:12

In this episode, Fr. Jim welcomes DeSales University professor and 2014 alum, Dr. Brennan Pursell. Dr. Brennan Pursell, professor of business and director of the Center for Data Analytics and Applied AI at DeSales University, teaches courses in data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and management in the undergraduate and graduate programs. His book, Outsmarting AI: Power, Profit, and Leade...

Episode 4: Featuring Chris Morganelli 20.04.2026 25:03

Enjoy this new Tales from DeSales, hosted by the president, Fr. Jim Greenfield. In this episode Fr. Jim sits down with with Chris Morganelli, who graduated from DeSales in 2011 with a Computer Science degree. Chris Morganelli is a Lehigh Valley based entrepreneur, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of MCIT, and a trusted advisor to organizations navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of AI, cybersecurity, a...

Episode 3: Featuring Brendan Graham 09.03.2026 32:29

Enjoy this new episode of a podcast from DeSales University hosted by the president, Fr. Jim Greenfield. In this episode Fr. Jim sits down with with Brendan Graham, who is twice a graduate from DeSales University in 2019 and 2023. Brendan Graham is a Philadelphia native and two-time alumnus from DeSales. He currently works in the Institutional Advancement Office and has held various positions at D...

Episode 2: Featuring Danny Bader 17.02.2026 33:38

In this episode, Fr. Jim sits down with Danny Bader , a 1985 graduate of Allentown College, whose life was profoundly transformed after surviving a near-fatal electrocution. What followed was a remarkable journey of resilience, faith, and purpose. Today, Danny is a best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and founder of jckrbbt, a philosophy and movement centered on reconnecting with the human...

Episode 1: Featuring Tom Shirley 14.12.2025 24:43

Enjoy the first episode of a new podcast from DeSales University hosted by the president, Fr. Jim Greenfield. In this episode Fr. Jim sits down with with Tom Shirley, who has a long history with DeSales University. Tom Shirley served as the Director of Athletics and Head Women's Basketball Coach from 1981-89. He garnered a 148-73 (.670) winning percentage in his eight years as the women&apos...