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Take 5! Girl Scout Volunteer Conversations from GSEMA

Take 5! Girl Scout Volunteer Conversations from GSEMA

By Lori Beverage

Take 5 is a video and audio podcast series about all things Girl Scouts! Join your host, Lori, for a visit with GSEMA staff and volunteers at her virtual kitchen table to learn about Girl Scouts programs, history, traditions, and current hot topics. Begun during the COVID-19 pandemic, this growing library speaks as a testament to Girl Scout resilience and community building. If Girl Scouting is part of your life, this podcast is for you.
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Take 5 S2 Episode 58 Lunch at the Girl Scout Museum at Cedar Hill

Take 5! Girl Scout Volunteer Conversations from GSEMAApr 21, 2022

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Take 5 S2 Episode 58 Lunch at the Girl Scout Museum at Cedar Hill

Take 5 S2 Episode 58 Lunch at the Girl Scout Museum at Cedar Hill

Lunch with volunteers at the Girl Scout Museum at Cedar Hill was a special time for hearing memories, but really, it's about sharing. Grab a cup of coffee and your lunch or a snack and join Lori as she visits with Sandy, Clare, Janet, Lynn, and Cathy to talk about favorite Girl Scout memories and about how Girl Scouting has impacted their lives. You will find out just how much our experiences are the same while seeing just how unique they all are at the same time. Relax and enjoy!

Apr 21, 202240:14
T5 S2 E57 A Girl Scout Week Visit with GSEMA CEO, Barb Fortier

T5 S2 E57 A Girl Scout Week Visit with GSEMA CEO, Barb Fortier

This Take 5 is a great listen as Lori gets to know GSEMA CEO Barb Fortier, hear about her past role as COO and her future goals as CEO for GSEMA. You'll hear about the 110th Girl Scout Birthday, 2022 Leading Women Event, and the 10th Annual STEM Conference. Lots of great information packed into this episode! 

Mar 10, 202230:32
Take 5 S2 E56 Visiting with Gold Award Scholarship Recipient Lauren M.

Take 5 S2 E56 Visiting with Gold Award Scholarship Recipient Lauren M.

Lori visits with Girl Scout Ambassador Lauren M who is this year's GSEMA Gold Award Scholarship recipient from GSUSA. Listen in to hear about Lauren's passion for her project and the impact she's made on her community. You'll be inspired to see what one girl can do in her world!

Feb 03, 202212:42
T5 S2 E55 A Visit at the Andover Cookie Cupboard

T5 S2 E55 A Visit at the Andover Cookie Cupboard

Lori dropped in at the Andover Cookie Cupboard to visit with Cindy and Tammy and to hear a little about how the cupboard works and to get their #1 top tip for anyone who is picking up cookies there this year. If you haven't been there yet this year or you are new to the cookie cupboard pick up scene, tune in!

Dec 16, 202113:28
T5-S2-E54 Talking about Cookies...for Breakfast; A Visit with Author/Illustrator David Ezra Stein

T5-S2-E54 Talking about Cookies...for Breakfast; A Visit with Author/Illustrator David Ezra Stein

If you love (Girl Scout) cookies, reading, and books you’ll enjoy this video/audio podcast with Author/Illustrator David Ezra Stein as they talk about his new book Interrupting Chicken- Cookies for Breakfast. But really, it’s about more than cookies…it’s about writing, drawing, inspiration, persistence, reading aloud with the ones we love. Share this one with your Girl Scouts, no matter the age. Budding authors and artists, or even just those who love a good story will enjoy this visit with David and discover some books to check out at the library or bookstore. And perhaps you can even weave this fun story with a strong young girl character into your cookie sale this year, too!

Dec 01, 202129:02
T5 S2 E53 Scavenger Hunts & Goosechase

T5 S2 E53 Scavenger Hunts & Goosechase

Want to try something that makes badges more fun? Check out GSEMA's scavenger hunt tool called Goosechase! Jennifer Collier, GSEMA Program Specialist, joins Lori to share what Goosechase is, how we use it with special badges, and how it can be enjoyed by troops! If you love scavenger hunts, listen in!

Nov 04, 202119:59
T5 S2 E52 Becoming a Girl Scout Leader

T5 S2 E52 Becoming a Girl Scout Leader

Crystal Kirkirt, GSEMA Membership Recruitment Specialist, joins Lori to answer some of the questions someone might ask if they were considering becoming a Girl Scout Leader. What does it take? How much time? What support, training, and resources are available to help someone who has never been a Girl Scout before become a successful leader? GSEMA has a vast offering that can take you from 0 to 80 in no time at all. Check out this podcast and then share it with the person who YOU feel would make a wonderful Girl Scout Leader!

Oct 27, 202128:04
T5 S2 E51 Ask Me About Girl Scouts

T5 S2 E51 Ask Me About Girl Scouts

What do you say when someone asks YOU about Girl Scouts? Whether you're a girl or adult member, you have stories to tell, things that have made strong differences in your life, and experiences to share. Why do we do what we do? Why are we still involved as adult members? How does the Girl Scout Leadership Experience continue after grade 12? 

Lori and Danielle Dulchinos talk about how Girl Scouting has impacted their lives and how they continue to grow as adult members. Have you though lately about how Girl Scouts continues to positively make a difference in your life? Listen in and start thinking about your own Girl Scout experience. 

Oct 13, 202140:35
T5 S2 E50 2021 Volunteer Conference

T5 S2 E50 2021 Volunteer Conference

This year's Volunteer Conference is a fresh, exciting adventure in learning and inspiration and it is NOT to be missed. Wonder what it's all about? Check out this episode as Lori is joined by GSEMA's Manager of Volunteer Engagement, Anne Gaughen, for all the details and to find out why you should sign up TODAY so that you don't miss it! https://www.gsema.org/en/sf-events-repository/2021/2021-gsema-volunteer-conference.html 

Sep 29, 202120:26
T5 E49 GSEMA Fall Product Program with Erin Sullivan

T5 E49 GSEMA Fall Product Program with Erin Sullivan

Erin Sullivan joins Lori for this episode to share about this year's Fall Product Program. Learn about what it is, how it works, and the special features of this year's program! Penguins all the way! There's a little something in this episode for new leaders and long-time leaders as well. 

Sep 23, 202122:42
Take 5 (S2-E47) GSEMA Properties and Outdoor Program with Sarah Kelley

Take 5 (S2-E47) GSEMA Properties and Outdoor Program with Sarah Kelley

In this Take 5, Lori visits with Sarah Kelley, Associate Director of Camp and Outdoor Adventure at GSEMA, to chat about GSEMA properties, outdoor programs, outdoor training opportunities for volunteers and...a little bit more. If you love the out of doors and are looking forward to... or even just exploring the idea of... getting outdoors with your troop, listen in!

Sep 15, 202129:19
T5 S2 E47 Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2021

T5 S2 E47 Girl Scouts Love State Parks 2021

Wondering how to kick of your fall? Wondering what you can do to earn your first fun patch of the year? Lori talks about Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend, September 11 and 12.  You can have a little bit of fun with your family or troop without going far from home. Tune in to find out more! Oh, and you'll find out how to get your free passport to fun!

Sep 02, 202106:20
Take 5 S2-E46 What's New in Program for 2021-2022 Troop Year?

Take 5 S2-E46 What's New in Program for 2021-2022 Troop Year?

Program Specialist, Eileen Khoury joins Lori to share information about new badges, GSUSA and National program offerings and more! Hear it here first!

Aug 12, 202122:40
T5 S2-E45 Aviva and Cornelia

T5 S2-E45 Aviva and Cornelia

Lifetime Girl Scout and recent Gann High School graduate Aviva Stein visits with Lori to talk about a woman who has truly inspired her. Listen in to learn a bit about Cornelia Warren and how she's connected to the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts in the present day. Aviva's project on Cornelia is facinating, educational, and is available for leaders to use to engage the girls in their troops in the history of our council and Camp Cedar Hill. After you hear about Cornelia, there's no doubt that you'll want to check out Aviva's website, corneliawarren.wordpress.com to learn more. 

Jul 29, 202123:03
T5 (S2-E44) An Evening with Camp Runels CIT1s

T5 (S2-E44) An Evening with Camp Runels CIT1s

Probably one of Lori's favorite episodes yet, she visits with the CIT1 Campers at Camp Runels in Pelham, NH. These young people are passionate, engaging and fun and truly will give you all the "camp feels" while showing you that post COVID, this summer the Camp-Magic is flourishing. If you've ever been to camp or been a camp counselor, you'll love sinking back into the best of camp with this episode. Enjoy!

Jul 22, 202136:12
T5 (S2-E43) Girl Scout Governance

T5 (S2-E43) Girl Scout Governance

Ever wonder about how the organization of Girl Scouts works and who does it? Regional and National GSEMA Delegate, Judy Wilchynski visits with Lori for a discussion about Girl Scout Governance, who takes part, what they do and how to go about getting involved if this interests you. You don't have to be an expert on Robert's Rules to have a positive impact on our Girl Scout Council and even the Girl Scout national organization.

Jul 14, 202132:08
T5 (S2-E42) GSEMA Summer Camp 2021

T5 (S2-E42) GSEMA Summer Camp 2021

Listen in for a visit with Sarah Kelly, GSEMA Associate Director of Camp and Outdoor Adventure, to hear all about what  GSEMA summer camps will look like in 2021...as everyone arrives back at our properties for a magical summer camp experience...post COVID. If you love camp, this one's for you!

Jul 01, 202116:09
Take 5 (S2-E41) Community Engagement and Cultural Advocacy 2021

Take 5 (S2-E41) Community Engagement and Cultural Advocacy 2021

Ashley Eadie and Pi Fong join Take 5 to talk about what GSEMA is doing in the council's footprint to impact communities and girls who might find barriers to joining the organization and what leaders and others can do to keep learning and making the Girl Scout Leadership Experience available to all girls. 

Jun 24, 202125:01
T5 (S2-E40) Ways to Engage with the Future

T5 (S2-E40) Ways to Engage with the Future

Stephanie Vernot joins Take 5 to talk about ways that Girl Scout Alum and, really, anyone, can come alongside GSEMA and help support Girl Scouts   in a variety of ways. You matter and it's people like you who make girls Girl Scout Strong! Listen in to discover how you can engage with the future!

Jun 17, 202119:39
Take 5 (S2-E39) Allyship

Take 5 (S2-E39) Allyship

In this episode (which Lori mistakenly calls episode 38), Lori is joined by Maria Paniagua, Diversity and Inclusion Leader of the East Region for Ernst & Young, for a conversation about Allyship. This is an important topic and very timely in our world and particularly important for Girl Scouts of all program levels and all of us as leaders. 

Jun 10, 202122:40
T5 (S2-E38) The Girl Scout Tree Promise Program (May 2021)

T5 (S2-E38) The Girl Scout Tree Promise Program (May 2021)

This is a  unique podcast recorded live, outside in Lori's backyard with Kim Lambert. Kim shares great information about the Girl Scout Tree Promise Program and how girls, troops, or Service Units can impact our world, one tree at a time. 

Jun 03, 202108:43
T5 (S2-E37) Spring Troop Activities

T5 (S2-E37) Spring Troop Activities

Lori is joined by Marblehead Troop Leader Calista Maharaj for a chat about spring troop activities during COVID-19. 

May 13, 202116:18
T5 (S2-E36) Financial Literacy with Susan Carabbio of People's United Bank

T5 (S2-E36) Financial Literacy with Susan Carabbio of People's United Bank

April is Financial Literacy Month! In this episode Lori visits with Susan Carabbio of People's United Bank to discuss things that girls can do at every program level to learn about and practice good financial skills that will set them up for great habits for their lifetime.

Apr 29, 202126:13
T5 (S2-E35) National Volunteer Month-Meet GSEMA Board Chair and President, Tricia Tilford

T5 (S2-E35) National Volunteer Month-Meet GSEMA Board Chair and President, Tricia Tilford

April is National Volunteer Month! In this inspiring visit you'll  meet  GSEMA volunteer, Tricia Tilford,  and hear about her 41 years as a Girl Scout and exactly how a Brownie from Pheonix, Arizona became the GSEMA's Board Chair and President. Her membership journey and time as a volunteer has really taken her places! Listen in to find out more. 

Apr 15, 202145:58
Take 5 (Episode 34) Leaders...We've Got This...Together

Take 5 (Episode 34) Leaders...We've Got This...Together

Danielle and Michelle, Troop Leaders and GSEMA staff, join Lori to share perspectives on this last Troop Year and look forward to the next. This is an important session that helps us all see this last unique year in light of what it's been like as a Leader, how the girls have seen it, and to anticipate what this coming Troop Year can hold.

Apr 01, 202140:27
Take 5 (Episode 33) Thinking About Volunteer Recognition

Take 5 (Episode 33) Thinking About Volunteer Recognition

Saying "Thank you" and recognizing volunteer service is important to our organization and GSEMA. As we enter into National Volunteer Month,   Lori visits with Jessi Robinson and Anne Gaughen, members of the GSEMA Volunteer Recognition Committee,  to talk about appreciating and recognizing volunteers through National, Council-level, and local awards. 

Mar 18, 202128:11
Take 5 (Episode 32) SPECIAL EPISODE: Celebrating Girl Scout Week

Take 5 (Episode 32) SPECIAL EPISODE: Celebrating Girl Scout Week

Don't miss this special episode to celebrate Girl Scout Week! Special guests, special news, and great conversation!

Caitríona Taylor, GSEMA CEO, and Pranali Ashara, GSEMA Girl Board Member, join Lori to talk about the fun things happening during Girl Scout Week 2021 and are joined by a special guest and hear some special news. Don't miss this one!

Mar 08, 202118:15
Take 5 (Episode 31) GSEMA Board Member Selena Joe of Deloitte and the 2021 Virtual STEM Conference

Take 5 (Episode 31) GSEMA Board Member Selena Joe of Deloitte and the 2021 Virtual STEM Conference

In this episode GSEMA Board Member Selena Joe joins Lori to share some information about the 2021 Virtual STEM Conference and the topics that Deloitte is making available to attendees. 

Mar 04, 202112:52
Take 5 (Episode 30) GSEMA and World Thinking Day

Take 5 (Episode 30) GSEMA and World Thinking Day

Jennifer Collier from GSEMA's Program Team joins Lori to talk about World Thinking Day and the great program  GSEMA will be running to celebrate this year's program centered around Peacebuilding.

Feb 18, 202112:24
Take 5 (Episode 29) Where Does the Cookie Dough Go?

Take 5 (Episode 29) Where Does the Cookie Dough Go?

Join Lori for a visit with Erin Sullivan, Director of GSEMA Product Program, for a talk about where the $5. cost of a box of Girl Scout Cookies goes, how girls are selling cookies this year, and how you can help with the Cookie Sale. 

Feb 04, 202119:40
Take 5 (Episode 28) Meet GSEMA Board Member Lynn Cutter

Take 5 (Episode 28) Meet GSEMA Board Member Lynn Cutter

Join Lori for a "Getting to Know You" visit with GSEMA Board Member Lynn Cutter to hear about her history with Girl Scouting and an informative description of what a GSEMA Board Member does.  

Jan 21, 202145:47
Take 5 (Episode 27) A GSEMA Shop Visit about Badges and Fun Patches

Take 5 (Episode 27) A GSEMA Shop Visit about Badges and Fun Patches

Lori is joined by Nicky Preble for a quick sharing time about some neat badges of some cool fun patches!

Jan 21, 202114:54
Take 5 (Episode 26) GSEMA Shop Top 5 for December 2020

Take 5 (Episode 26) GSEMA Shop Top 5 for December 2020

Join Lori for a visit with GSEMA Shop Retail Operations Manager Nicky Preble for a look at her top 5 fun shop items for December 2020. She'll be back in January for a look at her top 5 favorite Fun Patches and Badges!

Dec 08, 202017:51
Take 5 (Episode 25) 2020 Volunteer Conference Closing Panel

Take 5 (Episode 25) 2020 Volunteer Conference Closing Panel

This take 5 is a special recording of the 2020 Volunteer Conference Closing Panel.

Nov 12, 202001:12:48
Take 5 (Episode 24) Girl Scouts and Our Musical Tradition with Kaye Glass

Take 5 (Episode 24) Girl Scouts and Our Musical Tradition with Kaye Glass

Lori is joined by special guest, Kaye Glass, for a great chat about the Girl Scout musical tradition, how to hand it down to your troop even if you don't sing, and hear one of Kaye's favorite songs.

Nov 12, 202027:39
Take 5 (Episode 23) Updates on High Awards

Take 5 (Episode 23) Updates on High Awards

If you are interested in the Girl Scout High Awards, this episode is for you. Kerrie Constant, Sr. Director of Program, joins Lori to share some important information about the High Awards and the Gold Award in particular. 

Sep 23, 202028:07
Take 5 (Episode 22) Outdoor Program 2020

Take 5 (Episode 22) Outdoor Program 2020

In this episode Lori is joined by Sarah Kelly, Associate Director of Camps and Outdoor Program, to hear about what's happening for outdoor program during the fall of 2020. 

22minutes

Sep 16, 202019:57
Take 5 (Episode 21) Girl Scouts @ Home The Fall 2020 Edition

Take 5 (Episode 21) Girl Scouts @ Home The Fall 2020 Edition

Join Lori as she chats with Betsy Calkins to learn what great programming will be available through Girl Scouts @ Home for GSEMA girls this fall. 

21 minutes

Sep 15, 202021:22
Take 5 (Episode 20) Camp Runels 90th Anniversary Edition

Take 5 (Episode 20) Camp Runels 90th Anniversary Edition

In this special, unedited Take 5 episode Lori gets to visit with Fluke and Crunch, Camp Runels Directors, for a journey through Camp Runels history from long and not-quite-so-long-ago! If you love Runels or even just love Girl Scout camp, you'll love hearing stories about traditions and history that are Camp Runels through and through.

Aug 17, 202001:16:42
Take 5 (Episode 18) Giving Girls Vision and Meeting Virtually When You Can't Meet in Person

Take 5 (Episode 18) Giving Girls Vision and Meeting Virtually When You Can't Meet in Person

Join Lori as she has a great conversation with Sarah Leshay about how Girl Scouts opens the door to possibilities for girls and also about the benefits of meeting virtually, even when you can't meet in person. 

Jul 23, 202022:13
Take 5 (Episode 19) Multilevel Troops

Take 5 (Episode 19) Multilevel Troops

Sarah Leshay joins Lori for a chat about the benefits of the multilevel Girl Scout troop and some strategies for making this model of troop a possibility. 

Jul 23, 202025:44
Take 5 (Episode 17) Lift Your Voice

Take 5 (Episode 17) Lift Your Voice

In this episode Melissa Velazquez and Pi Fong join Lori to share the details  about the the Lift Your Voice Series and how GSEMA is impacting racial equality through these special sessions with girls and adults. 

Jul 13, 202026:46
Take 5 (Episode 16) Make New Friends: The Series

Take 5 (Episode 16) Make New Friends: The Series

No, not the song! Join Lori  as she visits with Christine Candler and Jennifer Oliver to learn about the Make New Friends Series, a special Kindergarten preparatory program for all girls entering K this fall. 

Jul 07, 202016:00
Take 5 (Episode 15) Girl Scouts @Home: The Summer Edition

Take 5 (Episode 15) Girl Scouts @Home: The Summer Edition

Listen in as Lori visits with Betsy Calkins, Director of Girl Program, to find out more about the Summer 2020 offerings for girls through Girl Scouts @Home. 

Jul 07, 202019:34
Take 5 (Episode 14) Those Pins on Your Tab

Take 5 (Episode 14) Those Pins on Your Tab

Lori visits with Nancy Marshall, docent at the Girl Scout Museum at Cedar Hill, to learn about the pins that Girl Scouts of all ages wear on their uniform tab. Join in to learn a little something new!

Jun 10, 202029:21
Take 5 (Episode 13) 5 Traditional Girl Scout Songs

Take 5 (Episode 13) 5 Traditional Girl Scout Songs

Julie and Tom Hall, Girl Scout Leader and Girl Scout Dad join Lori to share 5 Traditional Girl Scout Songs. 

May 11, 202024:03
Take 5 (Episode 12) Virtual Bridging Ceremonies

Take 5 (Episode 12) Virtual Bridging Ceremonies

Kim Lambert joins Lori for a brainstorming discussion around the topic of Virtual Bridging Ceremonies. 

May 07, 202013:60
Take 5 (Episode 11) Being Girl-Led

Take 5 (Episode 11) Being Girl-Led

Jennifer Oliver joins Lori for a discussion about what being Girl-Led means, how hard it can be for troop leaders, and the real benefit of a girl-led organization for girls of all ages.

May 04, 202022:01
Take 5 (Episode 10) Early Bird 2020

Take 5 (Episode 10) Early Bird 2020

Lori is joined by Caitríona Taylor, GSEMA CEO, to discuss the 2020 Spring Renewal Program. 

May 04, 202014:47
Take 5 (Episode 9) Outdoor Art During a (Mostly) Indoor Time

Take 5 (Episode 9) Outdoor Art During a (Mostly) Indoor Time

Evalyn O'Rourke joins Lori for a conversation about doing the Outdoor Art Maker and Outdoor Art Creator badges. 

Apr 24, 202012:56