ChopTalk Podcast
By Lambda Chi Alpha
ChopTalk PodcastJul 05, 2019
#63-Dr. Anthony Bradley Pt. 3
In the conclusion of our three-part series with Dr. Anthony Bradley, we talk through Lambda Chi Academy and how it will add meaning to membership.
#62-Dr. Anthony Bradley Pt. 2
We continue our conversation with Dr. Anthony Bradley and CEO Troy Medley where we discuss the current landscape of higher education and why values-based fraternities are needed now more than ever.
#61- Dr. Anthony Bradley Pt. 1
Join Taylor and Mike as they start the conversation with Dr. Anthony Bradley to talk about why men need fraternities in the first part of this three-part series. Dr. Anthony Bradley was most recently professor of religious studies and director of the Center for the Study of Human Flourishing at The King’s College, Theologian-In-Residence at Redeemer Presbyterian Church—Lincoln Square, and now serves as a distinguished research fellow at The Acton Institute and Research Professor of Interdisciplinary and Theological Studies at Kuyper College.
#60- How are You being a Good Brother?
Lambda Chi Alpha is more than just a name: It's a home, a place of belonging, and a badge of honor. But it's important to acknowledge where we have come from and take inventory on how we can continue to respect all our Brothers.
#59 - Mental Health and Movember
Just like your journey through Lambda Chi Alpha, mental health is an ever-evolving, ever-growing journey. To celebrate the end of Mental Health Awareness Month and the start of Men's Health Month, our ChopTalk crew checked in with Movember to see how we can continue to make strides for our Brothers.
#58 - 2023 Winter C-Suite Update
Go around the horn on what's happening in Lambda Chi Alpha as we talk to Chief Innovation Officer Doug Derringer, Chief Operating Officer Justin Fisher, Chief Technology Officer Mike Covert, and Chief Executive Officer Troy Medley.
#57 - Campus Involvement
What do you want to remember from your undergraduate career? If you have already graduated, what stands out to you most? Was it your time in the classroom or those experiences you had during your extracurricular activities?
Dr. James Bridgeforth (Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and ExperienceVT at Virginia Tech University) joins the ChopTalk crew to talk about the importance of getting involved at a campus level and how that can positively impact your life for years to come.
#56 - Travel
Fasten your seatbelts and make sure your tray table is in the upright position for this chat about all things travel.
#55 - Increasing Value of Greek Life Involvement
Join us as we chat with IBM Innovation Studio Lead (Austin, Texas and Sao Paulo, Brazil) and Wabash alumnus Rob Shook about the importance of investing in yourself and how the new Leadership Skills Certification Academy can help our members do just that.
#54 - Leadership Skills Certification Academy (Henry Schuck)
Like the symbol of the cross & crescent, we must remind ourselves to be ever-growing. Our latest guest on ChopTalk, Henry Schuck (CEO and Founder of ZoomInfo) reminds us of this when talking about investing back in yourself both personally and professionally.
#53 - December 2021 CEO Update
Today, we talk to our CEO - Troy Medley, COO - Justin Fisher and CGO - Doug Derringer to get a look from where Lambda Chi Alpha has come in the last 24 months and what the outlook for the future of Lambda Chi Alpha is.
#52 - Stories from the Gavel (Part 2)
In this episode we're here to recognize all of our incredible High Alphas and the hard work they do every day! Hear some great stories from two of our current chapter leaders in the second part of our ChopTalk series, Stories from the Gavel.
#51 - Movember
What's the story behind the 'stache with Movember you might be asking? Listen in to our special edition of ChopTalk where we are joined by Movember US Country Director Mark Hedstrom and alumni member Cruz Oxenreider to chat about vulnerability, mental health and everything in between.
#50 - Stories from the Gavel (Part 1)
To celebrate our fearless leaders, take a listen to the first of our three-part series, Stories from the Gavel, where we dive into what it means to be High Alpha
#49 - Spooky Season
Hold onto your hats, goblins and ghouls. It's Spooky Season!
#48 - Battle of the Za
Which slice will win the Battle of the 'Za? Find out as we test four favorite brands.
#47 - Dyad, Belonging, and Hazing
Join us as we chat with Director of Health & Wellness Jessie Ashton about the important research the Office of Administration is conducting to better support our members' sense of belonging and how we can avoid hazing.
#46 - Fall 2021 CEO Update
Today we talk to our CEO - Troy Medley, COO - Justin Fisher and CGO - Doug Derringer to get a look from where Lambda Chi Alpha has come in the last 24 months and what the outlook for the future of Lambda Chi Alpha is.
#45 - The 38 Challenge
Join us on this very special ChopTalk episode as we catch up with Brother Brandt McCartney (TCU, '21). Since the tragic death of his older brother, McCartney has been working tirelessly to champion the importance of talking about mental health through his program to celebrate his brother, The 38 Challenge.
#44 - Building Relationships Through Recruitment
On this episode of the ChopTalk podcast, we are joined by Director of Expansion Chris Pockette, Training Specialist Olivia Fitchett and Ian Carroll, High Delta at Butler University.
With the fall semester right around the corner, we are diving into what the 365-day recruitment model looks like and how you can intentionally build relationships through your recruitment efforts.
#43 - Taking Control of Your Finances
On this episode of the ChopTalk podcast, we are joined by Lambda Chi Member and Manager of Partnerships at SoFi, Jon Harold and SoFi Sr. Manager of Financial Planning, Brian Walsh.
Jon and Brian are here to educate us on what it means to be "financially healthy" and the importance of creating good habits while in college. You’ll also learn how our members can use the SoFi at Work Dashboard to access all of the benefits SoFi has to offer through our partnership.
#42 - Holistic Health - Starting with Vulnerability
On this episode of the ChopTalk podcast, we are joined by Lambda Chi Board Member, Dr. Fred Kam and Curriculum Coordinator, Taylor Krivas.
To continue our celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are chatting about the overlap between mental and physical health and the important role your Brothers can play in your journey. In addition, we talk about what it means to be vulnerable and the role Lambda Chi plays in this.
#41 - General Assembly - What is it?
On this episode of the ChopTalk podcast, we are joined by Lambda Chi General Counsel, Lynn Chipperfield. As a dedicated volunteer and member of Lambda Chi, Lynn takes us through what the Fraternity has meant to him through the years. We also dive into how the laws of the fraternity are structured and the importance of active participation at General Assembly.
#40 - An ER Doc on the Pandemic
We are back! After a year long hiatus, we have returned with recurring guest, Dr. Lou Profeta.
Dr. Profeta joins us to talk about the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact that it had and continues to have on medicine, and the long-term effects that it may have on today's youth. He also explains the importance of herd immunity and what our members can do right now to help their communities bounce back.
#38 - One Love
#37 - Hazing Laws
#36 - Real Talk About Mental Health
Please take caution when listening as some of the issues discussed could be triggering or difficult for those with lived experience.
#35 - OmegaFi
#33 - Service & Stewardship
#32 - Respect
#31 - Loyalty
#30 - Happy Birthday!
#29 - Anxiety
#27 - Effectively Using Your Network
#25 - Intimate Relationships in College
#24 - What is Authentic Masculinity?
#23 - Managing at the Undergraduate Level
#21 - The One About Food
#20 - The Jed Foundation
#19 - Young Professionals
#18 - MoonPies and Lambda Chi
#17 - Fraternity or Sorority, We're All Greek.
#16 - Purpose, Resilience, and Grit
Fact-Off. Stay tuned for a special edition of the fact-off coming soon! (current standings: Mike - 1; Taylor - 3)
#15 - An Honest and Candid Conversation (Pt. 2)
Fact-Off. Stay tuned for a special edition of the fact-off coming soon! (current standings: Mike - 1; Taylor - 3)
#14 - An Honest and Candid Conversation (Pt. 1)
Fact-Off. Stay tuned for a special edition of the fact-off coming soon! (current standings: Mike - 1; Taylor - 3)
#13 - Relish the Chop
Fact-Off. Stay tuned for a special edition of the fact-off coming soon! (current standings: Mike - 1; Taylor - 3)
#12 - Lambda Chi Alpha: Women in the Workplace
Fact-Off. Keeping with the theme of the episode, Taylor and Mike came with their best facts regarding women breaking barriers. (current standings: Mike - 1; Taylor - 3)
#11 - Student Advisory Committee
Fact-Off. We are mixing it up this episode with a True or False edition of the Fact-Off. (current standings: Mike - 1; Taylor - 2)
#10 - High Alpha Summit and Neville Advisor's College: Part 3
We set up our mobile studio at the conference and pulled aside various guests to interview them and have an open discussion about their thoughts throughout the conference. This was our inaugural joint High Alpha Summit and Neville Advisor's College and it was a successful one.
Fact-Off. Taylor and Mike go head-to-head to see who can provide the best facts centered around this week's topic. (current standings: Mike - 1; Taylor - 1)
#9 - High Alpha Summit and Neville Advisor's College: Part 2
We set up our mobile studio at the conference and pulled aside various guests to interview them and have an open discussion about their thoughts throughout the conference. This was our inaugural joint High Alpha Summit and Neville Advisor's College and it was a successful one.
Fact-Off. Taylor and Mike go head-to-head to see who can provide the best facts centered around this week's topic. (current standings: Mike - 1; Taylor - 1)