Michael "Brody" Broshears and Kevin Thomas

The Pickup Meeting

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Ever stumbled into an unexpected convo that left you energized, inspired, and maybe even laughing out loud? That’s The Pickup Meeting . Join higher ed besties Michael "Brody" Broshears and Kevin Thomas as they sit down with passionate changemakers who put students first and aren’t afraid to shake up the status quo. These are the unplanned conversations that just might become the best part of your day.

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Michael "Brody" Broshears and Kevin Thomas

Episodes

Ep. 3 - John Vasquez, University of Michigan 03.09.2025 54:16

Send us Fan Mail Brody and Kevin are back for Episode 3 with more bantering about podcast bloopers, international listeners (yes, even you, Croatia 👀), and the electric energy of a new academic year. This week, they’re joined by John Vasquez , freshly appointed Assistant Vice Provost for Student Success at the University of Michigan. John shares his inspiring journey from first-gen student in cow...

Ep. 2 - Dana Zahorik, Fox Valley Technical College 20.08.2025 59:20

Send us Fan Mail Treehouses, thrift shops, and throwing firewood! In this not-so-filler second episode, Kevin and Brody are back! Join the fun as they welcome former NACADA President and advising superstar Dana Zahorik for a candid convo about leadership, community colleges, and why training and development should never just be about clicking through a handbook. Along the way, they tackle summer b...

Ep. 1 - Tara Stopfel Warden, University of Cincinnati 06.08.2025 57:35

Send us Fan Mail In the premiere episode of The Pickup Meeting , Kevin Thomas and Brody Broshears kick off their long-awaited podcast adventure! Their first guest? The unstoppable Tara Stopfel Warden from the University of Cincinnati! Tara dives into the powerful work she's doing to strengthen partnerships, redefine student success, and lead with a culture of clarity, comfort, care, and conne...

The Pickup Meeting Trailer! 22.07.2025 0:59

Send us Fan Mail In this teaser trailer, meet your new favorite duo: Michael "Brody" Broshears and Kevin Thomas...best friends, higher ed pros, and unapologetic disruptors of the status quo. If you've ever entered into an unexpected hallway chat that left you inspired, challenged, or laughing way too hard... this is that , in podcast form. Sometimes, the best meetings aren’t on the...