I'm A Rotarian: Recent Episodes
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Everyone knows the Rotary wheel, you've seen it on benches, or a school playground. But do you know any Rotarians? NO? Well, this is the podcast to fix that. Join producer and Rotarian Gwen Jones as she interviews some of the many men, women, famous or under the radar Rotarians that live all around the US, and even the world. Join us as she talks to them about the history of Rotary, how each became a Rotarian, and where they see Rotary international going in the 21 century and beyond. lisen in won't you? Who knows maybe someday you'll say "I'm a Rotarian" too.
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We catch up with our friend Aaron Stines as he wraps up his year as district governor and comes home from his first Rotary International Convention in Taipei with his daughter. He shares why he wrote The Power of Significance and how choosing impact over impressions changes the way we lead, serve, and tell our stories.
• finishing a district governor year with pride in relationships and connections
• why district leadership can feel lighter than leading your home club
• bringing a 16-year-old to convention and what it teaches about service and values
• the “coming down the mountain” moment after a big Rotary high
• why he wrote The Power of Significance despite “hating reading”
• ignite rotary, inspire impact, instill significance as a framework for purpose-driven leadership
• significance versus success and why people need to hear the human impact
• social media visibility that still fails to explain what Rotary is
• the core line: your life is defined by impact, not how impressive you look
• where to find the book and his speaking work at aaronstines.com
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JULY ENCORE SHOW: Time to talk, even if it's uncomfortable? Join me as I talk to Sidney Smith. PDG of 5180 who is bringing his "5 Points of Conversation" not only to Rotary but to the world.
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We travel to the United Arab Emirates to learn what Rotary looks like on the ground when your clubs are truly multicultural and your youth programs are built as a pipeline. We challenge common misconceptions about the UAE, then dig into how Interact and Rotaract in Dubai grow from reactivation to real demand and measurable service.
• how Rotary operates in the UAE through the Association of Rotary Clubs and District 2452 across nine countries
• what “emirates” means and why the UAE structure feels familiar to Americans
• misconceptions about women’s roles and what leadership actually looks like in Dubai and beyond
• why Rotary being non-religious and non-political builds trust and makes service easier to scale
• the practical system behind UAE youth growth from Interact to Rotaract to Rotary
• real projects that drive momentum including blood donation drives, RYLA, professional development sessions, and the Rotary Youth Decoded podcast
• youth-led environmental action through an Interact Eco Summit, mangrove planting, and Rotary Eco Dubai
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We talk with Jean Weidman about radical longevity as a life-oriented mindset, a science-forward health plan, and a humanitarian stance against treating anyone as expendable. We also dig into what’s real, what’s risky, and how to stay skeptical and smart while exploring new tools like peptides, exosomes, and even young plasma exchange.
• Gwen’s perspective on turning 60 as a reset on what “old” means
• Jean’s “physical mortalist” view and why she rejects a time limit on life
• Exercise, sleep, and nutrition as the non-negotiable longevity basics
• Mindset as biology, including how self-talk shapes daily choices
• Meditation, qigong, and listening to pain as feedback
• Community as a longevity lever, including supportive people and anti-ageism
• Young plasma exchange explained, plus why it draws controversy
• Peptides and exosomes, with an emphasis on providers, labs, and due diligence
• The sustainability question: longer lives, environment, and infrastructure
• Radfest as the Revolution Against Aging and Death Festival, plus what you can ask and learn there
• Safety at conferences, researching vendors, and involving your doctor
• Genome testing and simple deficiency fixes that can look like complex problems
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We talk cryonics with Charlie Kam and treat it like a serious end-of-life option, not a movie trope. We dig into how cryopreservation works, why the brain is the main focus, and what “plan B” means if future medicine can repair what killed you.
• what cryonics is and why “legally dead” matters
• cooling, cryoprotectant, and vitrification in liquid nitrogen
• why speed after death affects preservation quality
• how ceremonies and grief change when “return” is possible
• answering religious concerns by comparing cryonics to CPR and defibrillators
• what happens in accidents, decomposition risks, and why the brain is key
• euthanasia, personal choice, and why pets can be preserved quickly
• comparing frozen eggs, sperm, embryos, and whole-body complexity
• myths and bad press, including Walt Disney rumors
• costs, life insurance funding, and the differences between Alcor and Cryonics Institute
• neuropreservation vs full-body preservation and the idea of rebuilt bodies
• AI, Ray Kurzweil, longevity escape velocity, and why Charlie thinks timelines are shortening
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We sit down with David Muhindo, founder of Be Well Child Care Initiative in Uganda, to talk about protecting vulnerable children and using soccer as a doorway into healing, mentorship, and life skills. We also trace David’s path from making bricks to pay school fees to leading a growing effort to build safety, dignity, and opportunity for kids who have nowhere else to go.
• David’s origin story and why his work is personal
• Paying school fees by making and selling bricks
• The dream to study peace and justice and why it matters
• Uganda’s refugee reality and a culture of welcome
• Holistic child wellbeing through education, health, mentorship
• Menstrual hygiene support to keep girls in school
• Rotary’s role in leadership, partnerships, and local impact
• Securing land and the urgent need for a children’s home
• Harmony Through Soccer as a low-cost gateway to trust
• Teaching teamwork, conflict resolution, and drug prevention through sport
• Monthly counseling and community mentor sessions
• What resilience looks like when resources are scarce
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This week is part ! of a 2 part Conversation about Conversations.
Friend of the show Brian Rusch joins me to talk about some of the conversations that are causing some real controversies. Mainly Dubai and the walk out on a speaker at this years convention in Calgary.
Are Rotarians loosing their skill of "Hearing Both Sides" Is the political climate just getting so hard to navigate that we can't just hear both sides?
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Well first you met dad, Micheal Lapina. Now his son takes center stage. Meet Alex Lapina, a musician, a Rotarian, a Rotaracter, and also the founder of the E-club of Rotary Musicians. We take music, the Arts in Rotary and more!
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I'm off to Boca Raton Florida in the US for part 1 of our 2 part show on great things do do during Polio awareness month. Meet Douglas Heizer and his simple # that could get the word out about ending Polio.
Meet a true renaissance man Peter Tonge. From his business as a Accessibility Consultant, to a life as a lawyer, to fencer, photographer, and now even the District Governor of 5550 my new friend Peter Tong is sure to impress. Join us as we talk about accessibility Rotary and so very much more!
What's it like to work for the Canadian government? What's it like to be a new district governor this time of District 7010? What's it like to be the kid of a Rotary international president? Past RI President Wilfrid Walkinson. What's it going to be link not to have Rotary presidential themes anymore? Just some of the questions that I ask my new friend Steve Wilkinson today on the podcast ,join us won't you? It's a great conversation.
Well, I've been talking about it on the podcast and now it's official. The moving trucks are here.
The boxes are packed, the dogs, cars, and better half are ready to go and we are off to the East Coast. I would love to keep doing the podcast but the simple fact is right now, to my computer and my entire studio is boxed!
So I'm taking the week off to get all my ducks in a row and my mic plugged back in. I'll be back to introduce you to some amazing Rotarians, this time from the East Coast! Catch up on some past casts and I'll be back next week.
What's the council on legislation? When did it start? Who's on it? What exactly is it? Just some of the questions that we ask past Council on Legislation member and my good friendJane Helten today on the podcast .
We'll learn about this extensive Rotary, governing body that helps put together the rules, regulations bylaws, and a whole bunch more for the entire Rotary international community.
Join us! class starts now as we learn the 101 of the Council on Legislation
This week I'm off to Sweden to talk to Ulf Bingsgard.
We're gonna be talking about the Rotary Action Summit happening in Sweden this September. We're gonna be talking about major donors and the Rotary foundation and we're gonna be talking about, well, being the mayor of his town in Swedish why not it's the I'm A Rotarian podcast and as always we're so glad you joined us.
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It is my pleasure to introduce you to Ramesh Ferris.
One of the most remarkable men I've ever met. Ramesh bicycle 7140 km across Canada and didn't use his legs! That's right Ramesh is a polio Survivor who bicycle across Canada to help get the message out and understand the true effects of polio. The real life "effects" of polio is something Ramesh feels very strong about sharing, and has, a one could argue,a shocking way to get your attention.
Time to introduce you to my new friend who proudly calls himself a crawler on today show
Alzheimer's is impacting more than 40 million people in the United States and around the world. Rotarians want to help find a cure!
Meet Tiffany Irvin and her fund the CART fund. This past president and past district governor now leads a task force started by Rotarians to help fund research to find a cure to this devastating disease. Join us as we talk about Alzheimer's research and how you can be a part of the cure.
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I'm met Jason Browne in Houston, Texas as he was the dapper MC for Rotary International Convention. Since then he's graced the stage of Tedx ,written a book, and is traveling all over the world telling Rotary groups about the importance of the social media platform.
Join us for a fun loving conversation about social media being an MC in front of thousands of Rotary friends and becoming a new author today on the podcast.
At the end of the Rotary year, it's a big time for change so it's no better time to have psychologist and Author Dr. Katie Eastman to talk to us about "harnessing changes potential." It's a great conversation about looking at ourselves, others, and the way that change can be good for all, join us for the conversation
It is time to break the mold of what people think about Rotarians. You know, old white hair men writing charity checks over lunch. NO WAY!!!!!! join me as i'm off to Germany to talk to Felix Heintz and the Rotarian Metalhead Fellowship!!!!
ROCK ON ROTARY!!!!
Spring is here, and the Bees are BUZZ,BUZZ,BUZZING around. No better time to talk about our busy buzzy friends then with Anton Gradisek president of the International Bee Rotary Fellowship
I'm off to Grapevine TX to talk wine with Presisident of the Rotary Wine Enthusiasts Fellowship Conrad Heede. We're talk all things wine and fun. If you know a little or a lot about wine, this is the show for you!
Today we're talking rolling hippos !Now this has nothing in common with tipping cows but everything to do with water, empowering women and making the chore of getting water faster, easier and more productive .
Well, the 2024 /2025 Rotary International presidential year is starting in just a few months and we have Stephanie Urchick and Tom Gump back to tell us all about their plans and if they are "ready to go".
It's great to have Stephanie back after we talk to her when she was just PN now with just a few months to go,we have lots of questions and she has lots of wonderful answers about her up coming year. Friend of the show Tom Gump is back too, as Aide to the RI President.
He's going to have a lot of work to do for 2024/2025 and beyond .
Join us won't you President elect and aid to the president join me today on the show
You know how I love my Fellowships!!! Join us as we travel all over the world!!!
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Dr Nischal Pandey is one of the most inspirational Rotarians I have ever met. Join us as we talk about his wonderful work with children all over India and around the world.
Tom Gump is back!!!!
This time to talk about his new job at RI, being PE Stephanie Urchick's new aide. He has lot's on his plat for the next 2 years, and Tom is giving us a sneak peek on all that's going on with our PE.
It's time to learn about diplomatic relations with the Dean of Rotary Representative Network to the UN, Judith Diment. You just may be amazed at how respected Rotary is with dignitaries all over the world ...Join US!
She's Back!!!
Jennifer Jones is back one more time, this time as "Past President" Jennifer Jones.
She's rested, had a bit of time to unpack and play with her dog, and now she's talking to me...Join us.
Well Day 2 of our trip down memory lane is here. This time we meet Jennifer just days away from taking office. We get to see how ready she was, and more. Day 2 starts right now, and our newest chat with the Past RI President now just Rotarian Jennifer Jones is tomorrows Day 3 fun.
Today starts Day1 of my trip down memory lane with my friend and now PP Jennifer Jones. On todays show she was just PN Jennifer Jones, and all the talk was about her being the first RI woman President. But we talked about much more then that, so enjoy this trip, Day 2 has a chat with Jennifer on the cusp of her historic presidency.
Three Generations One Rotary Family? YES! and I got to know each one of them. Jasmine, Angela and Tracy are daughter, mom and grandma and they're all Rotarians .
These three ladies have a lot to say, and they said it to me, and it was GREAT!!!
Better late then never:
Time to catch up with our first RI Zoom President Holger Knaack.
Find out how life has been since leaving office, and learn the story of how Holger became a Rotarian in the first place. JOIN US!
We are off to Rotary International headquarters to meet Strategic Relationship Manager ,Rotarian and my friend Amanda Ottman.
Happy Season 9 everyone. And there is no better way to kick off the season then meeting Ted Faigle and the Rotary Fellowship of Gin. Grab a glass and sit back as we head off to Hawaii to talk Gin, and even a bit about the 2027 convention.
8 seasons under my belt, i can't believe it. And season 9 starts July 19th with the Rotary fellowship of Gin.
So catch up on some past podcasts, enjoy the Summer and we will see you July 19th for season 9 of the I'm A Rotarian Podcast!!
ENCORE EPISODE: Meet our new RI President Gordon McInallyIf you missed my chat with our now, new RI president Gordon McInally this past March, here is your chance to catch up. 2023/2024 is going to be great! Gorden tells me about his plans, his hopes, his dreams, and how he is ready to take on one of the biggest adventures in his life.
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This week I'm off to New Zealand to introduce you to Nicky Donkers!
Nicky is "refreshing" Rotary groups two such a huge success that she's going to tell us the story of a Rotary with members only in the teens that she brought up to over 40 members in just nine months
Well i do try, but learning Spanish has been really hard for me, and what about all the other amazing languages in out Rotary world. It can be one of Rotary's biggest problem, and even worse if your a simple podcaster like me. Well this valid point was brought to my attention, and is what we are talking about this week with my friend Eza Benitez Blugerman. Podcasting so all can understand , i like that idea!
It is my honor to have past RI President Ian Riseley on the podcast. We talk about the in-and-outs of being RI President, and the joy of what came after his year.
She's a farmer, she's a teacher, she's helping to plan the next RI convention in Singapore, and she's a very proud Rotarian. Meet Kathy Fay!
This week on the podcast.
Grab your best tea cup and join me as I talk to members of the Rotary Tea lovers Fellowship.
This worldwide love of tea has brought me together with members from Chile, Italy, Florida (USA)and the Philippines all on one call.
These members are tea amateurs, experts, drinkers, and even a sommelier.
Ever wonder what it would be like to work at Rotary headquarters?
Ever wonder what it would be like to teach Rotarians from all over the world?
Do you have to be a Rotarian to work at or for Rotary?
These and other fun questions are talked about today with my guest Sarah Remijan Director of Learning and Development for RI.
This maybe a longer podcast but it is worth the time. Meet Napa Rotary member Dorothy Salmon, and journalist Suzanne Gorden. Two woman who have set out to help the you understand the VA, cut though all the misunderstandings about the VA, and to show you though their book, and partnerships, how you can help the VA and all it's members. Especially those VET dealing with PTSP.
It's time to talk about expanding what DEI stands for. Specifically inclusion. Today we talk to David Morrison a proud Rotarian with cerebral palsy and an amazing story to tell about inclusion of all bodies and all people in Rotary.
David's joined by his friends and fellow 7730 DEI members Vince Juric and 7730 PDG Magda Baggett. Join us for a truly wonderful chat!
Join me as I talk to Rotarian Dr Lee about his amazing 1931 Model-A Ford Victoria better known as Ms Vicky. Dr Lee and Ms Vicky are off this Summer to hit the road in a North America road rally to help get the word out about ending polio.
Tari Marshall-Day is Rotary though-and-though, she also thinks "Rotary" should be a verb. Join us and we'll show you what Tari is talking about.
Time to think of the future of Rotary storytelling, or even vidio gaming your way though the 4-way test. I'm introducing you to Anahita Dalmia as we talk about a new way of thinking about telling the rotary story.
Hello my Rotary friends the "Im a Rotarian" podcast is taking the week off to celebrate the Spring holidays. See you all for a new show April 19th
Time to talk angels, and how we can be Angels everyday to anyone with Rotarian and author Nancy Barbee.
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I'm heading back to Birmingham Alabama to talk to my friend Will Ratliff with an amazing update to his peace conference ! The updates are today's conversation, and it's a jaw dropping event on the way this May. Let the Peace begin! join us.
Meet Rotary International's next president who wants to put a spotlight on mental illness and bring hope to the world!! Meet Gordon McInally today on the podcast!!
I'm joined by my district 5050 Gov. Raj as we talk about the importance of going to District conference an international convention
We talk about my local conference coming up this May and get wonderful insight on experiences that both district conferences and conventions can bring to any Rotarian.
It's Spring, time to talk going to both of these wonderful events.
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Join me this week as I meet Thomas Rotary, that's right Thomas Rotary great name right? Join us for the conversation as I'm off to Copenhagen Denmark for today's show to meet Thomas and his nearly 30 years in Rotary.
Today it's time to meet a real life Rotarian and Superhero Noel Jackson better known as Captain Rotary! Noel is joining me for the podcast and he's going to teach us how we all can be Rotary superheroes!! Grab your cape and join us won't you?
We're back to Kenya Africa to meet Michelle Nirenstein of the Mara Napa foundation at she tells us about her "camp" along with help from local tribes are making the world of African animal preservation and tribal history come to life,and you can go see it all for yourself!
Out of 1.4 million Rotarians six were chosen by RI as "People of Actions, Champions of Inclusion" and one of those six Rotary members is our friend Anderson Zerwes. join us as I talk to Anderson about how winning this award has changed his life and how being a "Rotarian of inclusion" is something he truly is proud of.
Meet Suzanne Rea, a tea party enthusiast a polio survivor and a woman working with the "worlds greatest meal" to help fight polio! Join us today on the podcast
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Do you have "Fat Bias"? Should stopping"Fat Bias " be a part of the DEI platform in Rotary. What is Fat Bias? (description below), When you see someone fatter, or really shinny do you treat them different? Join me for a great conversation about fat bias with Bob Morrison today on the podcast.
(Weight bias: includes beliefs or negative attitudes and stereotypes that “give way to prejudice and unfair treatment and even overt forms of discrimination.”)
What's RYLA? What's YAIL? What's going on to help youth get excited not only about Rotary but the world around them? Meet Alex Carmichael as she tells us about RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) and YAIL (Youth Adventures in leadership )
Today on this Extra IRP. LOL
Time to meet my future district governor right here in District 50/50 that's right David Lukov is joining me on the show and I couldn't be happier! Even if you're not a member of District 50/50 I'm sure you'll love to meet him.
Meet two Interactors that are changing the world and helping to stop child slavery in Vietnam. Jacqueline Phan and Emily Tieu both only 17years of age join me from the dis. 5170 Vietnam Project.
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What better way to start off 2023 but with an interview with Rotary's PN Stephanie Urchick. Get to know Stephanie as she tells me about her 30 years in Rotary, and what she has planned for Rotary under her year.
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Can sound heal? Can rhythm bring calmness? Can a Rotarian be right down the street and has never been asked to come to your meeting? A lot don't you think ? Meet Robin Ashfield founder of Percussion Play, a sound designer that has brought healing to play, and so much more.
Time to think warm thoughts, and time to help kids stay warm too. Today we meet Richard Lalley and Operation Warm, a non-profit that was started by Rotarians to bring smiles and new warm jackets to kids who need them all over the USA.
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Today we are talking Adults with Clubfoot with fAnne Onyango from the World Disability Rotary Action Group. Not only does Anne have clubfoot, but she has taught yourself how to make shoes not only for herself but for others . Anne is also helping adults with the stigma of clubfoot.. join us for an inspirational "can do it" story of Rotary.
Kriz Bell is very funny and maybe even a bit brash. But what Kriz Bell also is, is boldly moving ahead with new and innovative ideas for Rotary and Interact as the president elect of the Rotary Club of Global Action meet her today and join us in the conversation
I'm taking the week off for the Thanksgiving Holiday, but will be back November 30th with Season 8 of the podcast. WOW Season 8!
Catch up on some of the podcasts you missed and i will be here next week for another great show with Rotarian Kris Bell.
THANK YOU ONE AND ALL!
We are off to Birmingham Alabama to talk about peace and the 2023 Birmingham Peace conference with it's chair Will Ratliff.
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We go back to talk to our friends at Shelterbox (Shelterbox.org) This time with their CEO Sanj Srikanthan. We are talking flooding, war, social unrest, and how Shelterbox is needed now more then even. An update on Shelterbox from around the world, this week on the podcast.
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Have you ever heard a person being called a "Spitfire" you know a person filled with energy, fun...a person that just makes you happy to be around? Well this week i have "Spitfire" Jennifer Scott on the show. She may be small in size, but she is BIG in Rotary.
Join us for an amazing chat from down under!
Think before you toss!
This week we are talking trash, where it goes, how much there is, and why we need to think before we toss. Today i talk with Lori Cloutier from the Trashy Taskforce.
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So you can't bring God, or politics into a club meeting right? Well what if you are running for state office? What if that becomes your vocation? How do you bring Rotary into government? Meet Kyle Waterman, my friend, a fellow proud Rotarian, and a man running for state office this November here in the US.
Claudia Hendry, is the Vic -Chair of the Rotary Convention in Melbourne /2023.
So I want to get the details of what next years event is going to look like, that is if she's willing to tell me.
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Can you talk God and Rotary? Can your vocation be in the church and talk about your job at your Rotary club? Should we have prayers at meeting? Should God be a part of DEI? BIG TOPIC RIGHT? Well I asked, and got a Reverend, a Deacon in the Catholic Church an educator and most important three Rotarians to talk to me about it.
Today we are off to Kenya Africa to meet a real life Prince and Rotarian ,Prince Harris Pam's Taga.
I get to know about his amazing country, his "camp's" and what it's like to be a proud Rotarian, and a tribal Prince.
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Time to feel those tropical breezes as I head to the Caymans to talk to RI Board member Jeramy Hurst. We talk his position on the board, seeing the true impact of Rotary's work around the world, and how he is a self admitted Rotary SuperFan! Join us!
How big dose a Rotary club have to be to make a difference? Are bigger clubs better then small ones? Are we just a bunch of small clubs, or are we all one big international one? Join the conversation as we talk small clubs today on the podcast!
Can a bowtie spark a friendship? Can a bowtie change the world? Why not? Meet Dr Todd "Bowtie Jenkins today on the podcast.
Time to meet Helen Hankins and Micheal Mauser, two Rotarians who are walking over 300miles from Florance to Rome. All to raise awareness and money to help stop the spread of Polio. They start their trip September 8th, and you can help!
Meet our very own Rotary Bodyguard, Liz Smith. Now i'm being funny Rotary may not need bodyguards per-say, but how do you keep RI President Jennifer Jones in the right place at the right time? Well you call Rotarian Liz Smith. Join us for a trip behind the rotary curtain today on the show.
My Summer break is over and do i have a show for you! RI VP Nicki Scott is joining on the show , and we are so happy you joined us too!
I going on a quick Summer break, just one week. Never fear i will be back Aug. 17th with RI VP Nicki Scott!!! So catch up on some past shows, and join me Aug.17th as we get to know RI VP Nicki Scott! ENJOY YOUR SUMMER FUN!
Meet the proud Rotarian bringing human dignity and Prosthetic Hands to southeastern India.
Time for a conversation with Mohan Kumar,
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Do you think Chess could save the world? Why Not?
At the very least Chess could make the world a better place. Meet Christopher Major & International Chess Fellowship of Rotarians, today on the podcast.
Today we are talking about a healthy mind with Bonnie Black from the RAG on Mental Health Initiatives. This is an important conversation, thank you for joining us!
I'm off the Germany this week to talk to International Trainer Jan Mittelstaedt.
We talk training, we talk Rotary in Germany, we talk clubs for man only...Really!
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Today we are talking Rotary Swag, Rotary Fundraising, and how it all comes together in 1905 Gear with the president of the clothing brand Nick Johnson.
Join us and get 20% off your first order by putting in "imarotarian" at check out!
Do you think it is "ok" to be in both Rotaract and Rotary at the same time.?
Do you think it's "ok" to be 70 year old Rotaractor?
Did you know the first Rotaract LBGTQ meeting had more then 4000 Zoomers at it?
Well meet Craig Bowen, and we are going to talk about all of this, and more today on the show!
Meet "Days for Girls" founder Celeste Mergens as she speaks to me about how DaysForGirls.org is bringing women's healthcare and understanding to the world
Meet one of the most traveled and hardest working Rotarians out there...Drew Kessler.
He's a board member, Trainer, COL member, dad and more. Drew found just enough time between travel and fatherhood to join me on the podcast, so join us too won't you?
Meet Life coach Psychologist, and Rotary International Assemble Trainer Mary Berge, this week on the I'm A Rotarian podcast!
Just days before she takes office as RI President Jennifer Jones sat down with me one more time to take about her historic presidency that starts this month.
Join me as I talk to Sue Paget, CEO of the Rotary Action Group for Family Health and AIDS Prevention. Learn how Sue and her group are bringing better health, and AIDS prevention all over the world
Meet the next DG from 7930 Alexander Falk as we talk Rotary exchange, and the crazy adventures though the years. We also talk tech and the 4-way test. Join us!
Meet the world renowned painter Darren Jones, who happens to be the younger brother of PE Jenifer Jones. We are talking art, and life with the Jones family this week on the podcast.
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Meet Rotary International VP Valarie Wafer as she tells us her Rotary story, working as the chair of the DEI taskforce, and spending this last year as the VP of Rotary!
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Today we are talking RYLA, Interact, Youth Exchange, and a 900+ members online Interact club. All with Anniela Carrecedo, today on the podcast!
DG helps train the club presidents, but who trains the DG's ? Well, Eric Liu for one. He is one of the many International Assembly Trainers, making next year's DG ready for their jobs for Rotary all over the world and he's joining me on the show today.
Come back with me to season 5 when I had the chance to interview PE Jennifer Jones.
Jennifer will be back on the show soon, and I can't wait.
Enjoy, and see you for season 7 starting April 20th
I'm off to the furture again heading down under to meet RI Board Member Jessie Harman on this weeks show. Join us!
Meet Ray Buchanan founder of Rise Against Hunger, and his team of everyday Rotarians that have put together more than 31milloin meals to help the hungry folks all over the world
Can RI training be fun? Can it be happy, loud, comical? Should you walk away from a PETS not only feeling ready to be president, but super proud just to be a Rotarian? Well return guest Patrick Harrison, and newcomer to the show Amber Scarborough say YES to all of the above!
Meet Mark Esho. He's an Author, Polio Survivor, "Member of the British Empire", and the only Rotarian I know that has gone to a witch doctor.
What if we could have a whole day set aside just to say "thank you" to all who have helped us through this long COVID few years. Well, it's on the way! June 5th and Lisa Hunter is going to tell us all about it and her Rotary story.
What do you do after being a member of 2 international committees about and for Rotaract,? You spend a little time with me on my podcast. Please welcome Ignacio Gonzalez to the I'm A Rotarian podcast!
Meet my friend and fellow RI committee member Bruce Goldsen. In his 40 years in Rotary, he has been a DG, hosted many exchange students, traveled all over the world, and Bruce is not done yet, not even close.
Get ready for a topic that might not be the most pleasant, but is a topic that Rotary is working hard to stop, Slavery! Join me as I talk about modern slavery with Rotary Action Group Against Slavery members Emmanuel Hernandez, Aaron Sines, and Globel Chair Dave c Cleary.
This topic, all though very important ay is not best for younger fans.
Did you know since 2019 Rotary and Toastmasters have been partners? What has your Rotary or for that matter Toastmaster club, done to have this partnership work in your community? Get to know Toastmaster and this partnership this week on the podcast.
Flo was an exchange student, an Interactor, then Rotaract, and now is a proud Rotarian.
Join us as we talk about "Find Them, Fund Them and Forget Them" as well as a conversation about the still existing "all men" clubs in Germany.
Meet the youngest president of Rotary 1 Chicago, Conor Gee.
Conor tells stories of how it felt to be the president of the very first Rotary club, as well as how his club is taking care of our Rotary past while looking at how Rotary can be stronger in the future.
join us, won't you?
I've had DEI task force members on the show before, but we talked race, women's rights, and QBGTQ. Never did we talk about disabled Rotarians, and future Rotarians. Or how to get your club ready for disabled folks to join your club. Well, now I can say I have, join me and Jeremy Opperman as we talk about the many sides of inclusion.
P.S.
stick around till the blooper at the end...it's worth it.
How do we look good on Zoom? How can we teach and engage on Zoom? How do we move forward on a local and international level in a Zoom world? Well, I know just the person to ask, join me and Assembly Trainer Kathryn Fahy today on the podcast.
Meet President and Founder of The Dive Heart Foundation Jim Elliot. His foundation finds diversity and healing through scuba diving. Join us, and Happy New Year!
Here's a second chance to hear the" battle of the podcasters" again in this encore show with Brittany Arthur.
Happy Holidays Everyone!
Meet Kamil Kanji from the RI Interact Advisory Council. We talk Interact, the future of Rotary, and even about giving Interact some well-needed respect. Join us, it's a great conversation.
Meet Chris Wells, a man with many hats. Rotaract ambassador, Rotarian, and podcaster.
A guy always up for some do-goodery!
Happy Thanksgiving to all my podcast friends in the US.
I'm taking the week off, but I have one of our most popular shows of all time to keep you company till next week. Rotary Rockstar Evan Burrell
See you next week.
"We Are This Close" as Rotarians we hear that all the time. Now find out how truly close we are with District 7780 Polio Plus chair and Polio survivor AnnLee Hussey.
Charlie Wasser IS BACK! This time to talk healthcare in the US for low income, to no income folks. His RodaCare Free Clinics are poping up all over the US, and you can learn more about them this week. Join us!
Everythings coming up Roses this week on the podcast. I talk to Wade Nomura about this year's Rotary Rose Bowl Parade float. We also talk about Wade's book, being a mayor of a small California town, and more. Join us!
Today we talk Football/Soccer and Rotary with sports agent and Rotarian Alicia Nichols.
Join us won't you?
Mark Balla is back for round 2, to talk more about his sanitation work all over the world, and how you can help.
Today we are talking toilets, and you will want to tune it. Did you know that over 1 Billion people have nowhere to safely go to the toilet? A crashing but true fact, and I'm talking to the man that wants to fix it. Join us for part 1 of this 2 part conversation.
"Should Self Interest Motivate Service"? Amazing question right? Meet Patrick Galvin as we talk about his new book "The Trusted Way"
It's been a long time since we were told to "duck and Cover" under our desks, but Nuclear weapons are still here and still a threat. I talked to Ann Frisch about her tireless work trying to make these weapons truly a thing of the past.
I'm off to the future again. This time to Ackland New Zeland to meet Becky Giblen, of Rotaract Oceania.
We talk island living as a Rotarian and surviving through COVID and desaster.
Meet a Rotarian with many hats, Patrick Harrison. He has so many hats Patrick will have to tell you who he is. FYI, I had a bit of mic trouble, but the conversation and fun come through just fine. Join us won't you?
Hi all,
The I'm A Rotarian Podcast is taking a short break to get ready for season 6. So catch up on any of the past shows, and I will hear back here for Season 6 starting September 8th.
Meet Rotarian Charlie Wasser. He says he's "Just A Rotarian," I say he's just an amazing outspoken , and wonderful guy. oh and of course a Rotarian too.
We are talking Rotaract projects with my local Washington friend, and Rotaract President Jacobe Sawatzky. Time to think outside the box Rotarians when it comes to projects.
Meet Mark and Jeff of the Rotary Club of Minnesota Veterans. The first veteran cause-based Rotary club in the world
Meet RI's own John Hannes. As we learn how he and RI are here to help your club in any way they can
Today we are talking Facebook Memes with one of the best in the Rotary biz, Mike Baudinette
Get to know the long relationship between Rotary and Scouting with Pat Curley president of the Rotary Club of the Friendship knot.
Meeting Joe Cerami a Rotarian that works in the 4way test from Military War college to Taxes A&M, and beyond.
We're getting to know all about those little green boxes of ShelterBox! This week on the podcast.
Meet 2 members of the DEI task force Brian and Nadine as they talk to me about bringing a balance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to all of Rotary worldwide.
Get to know the Rotary LBGTQ Fellowship as I talk to member Anderson Tzerwes just before he and his fellowship take the stage and breakout sessions at this Rotary Convention 2021 #Rotary21
Get to know Rotary International Vice President Johrita Solari this week on the podcast!
Meet Alexandra Ciobotaru she's a member of the International Rotaract Club of Copenhagen and the marketing officer for ERIC - Rotaract Europe. we're talking about the business of Rotary in this battle of the podcasters part 2
We are off to Tanzania again this week to meet The Rotary Club of Oyster Bay. This fast-growing group is on the move with new ideas, great stories, and one of the best songs about the 4 Way test ever written.
Meet the editor of the world's 2nd oldest Rotary Magazine, Mr. Dave King. Get ready for some very funny stuff!
Happy 100th Birthday Johannesburg Rotary, time to celebrate all your wonderful history.
This podcast interview with Gus Lopes talks about a very controversial Zoom call that has set RI ablaze and has caused us to have a real conversation about forgiveness, freedom of speech, and how we deal with both as a Rotarian.
The "I'm A Rotarian" podcast is honored to start season 5 with PN Jennifer Jones. PN Jones takes on all questions from me and talks about where she will be taking Rotary in 2021/2022 and beyond.
I'm taking a fast break for the holiday week, but then I'm back April 7 with PN Jennifer Jones to kick off season 5 of the "I'm a Rotarian" podcast
We are off to the Caribean to join the membership of the Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunset.
President Ellisa Lake and PI members Jade Maccow.
This week we are off to Italy to me Alberto Cecchini, and talk Polio Plus, being a second-generation Rotarian, and more.
Brittany, Abby, and a new friend to the podcast Elvera join me for a celebrational update about the Malawi Watter project.
This week I talk to Joe Beveridge the 4th generation President of the family-owned, Rotary loving, and RI giving back company that has been making Rotary swag for over 100 years, right here in the USA, Rusell- Hampton.
Meet Nadine Pemberton founder of Rotarians Against Racism, as we have a real talk about race, racism, and Rotary.
Meet a Rotary club with members from all over the world and a president that is rethinking the Rotary club idea. Brian Rusch joins me this week on the podcast.
This week is all about the history, the trading, the controversy, and the love of Rotary pins.
With return guest Ed Book of the Rotary Pin Fellowship, and Ron Mabry Rotary pin superfan!
Did you know that Rotary had a radio station, well they do and it's two founders John and Steve introduced me to Rotary Radio UK, this week on the podcast...join us!
You know his pins, you may even know his famous suit, now meet the man who is changing the world of Rotary, Rotary celebrity Even Burell in a heartwarming talk about Rotary burnout and the struggles of moving ahead with new ideas in the old school world on RI
What is it like to be a Rotarian and a cop? Find out this week on the podcast as I talk to officer Ed Book, cop, Rotarian, and big-time collector. Join me this week
The podcast is taking a holiday break, but we will be back on Jan.6th with a whole new cast.
Till then enjoy this independent holiday music from Martha's Trouble and Chris Rosser.
Have a wonderful holiday season.
In my second conversation about PI, I talk to district 7280 PI director Aaron Sines, where we talk PI and Rotary french fries, really French fries!
We are talking about Rotary and the love of singing on this week's podcast.
Join me won't you?
Meet Drew Antrobus a long time Rotarian not afraid to talk the good the not so good, and the great about Rotary.
Meet a Rotarian who went from one of the most famous Rotary clubs in the world to a simple 30 member club that he loves just as much. Meet Paul Ishie
Meet Haresh Ramchandani a Rotarian that believes nothing is impossible. And once you hear him, you'll think the same thing too.
The Podcast is taking a quick break to get ready for Season 4.
See you for our new season of the I'm A Rotarian Podcast starting November 4th.
What's it like to be the president at one of the oldest Rotary groups in the world? Meet the President of Seattle 4, Jeff Borek, this week on the podcast
Meet the two women one in Detroit, and one in Malawi Africa that brings fresh water to a local school and village, this week on the "I'm A Rotarian" podcast
Meet Brett Morey and his Surfers Unite Rotarian Fellowship.Are they the wave of the future to get young folks interested in Rotary?
Meet two members of the Rotary Foundation team, Edina Mehovic, and Geoff Cochrane, This week on the" I'm A Rotarian" Podcast
I'm back in the Aloha state to introduce you to Ron Mabry, he has stories about his life in Rotary and tells us about the conversion that never was.
The running of District 5050 in 2021/2022 falls under the leadership of Beverly Harrington. Get to know this governor-elect this week on the podcast
Aloha is the greeting for this podcast as we are off to Hawaii to meet third-generation, Rotarian Nicole Lemas
This week we are in Poland talking to Tomasz Michalik , a Rotarian that brings together art and artist from around the world and brings me stories of WWII Rotarian heroes and more. Join us won't you?
Well, it happens the Podcast had some tech problems this week, but never fear we will be back next week with a great show.
Till then catch up on some of the past seasons shows.
See you soon,
Gwen
DG Xavier Toson joins me all the way from the lone Star state on this week's podcast to talk about the future of Rotary as a DG of color in the US.
This week part of our 2 part interview with Whidbey Health CEO Ron Tellis, as he talks Rotary and running a hospital during the time of COVID-19
Meet Whidbey Health CEO Ron Tellis in this 2 part interview talking being a Rotarian and running a small hospital in the time of COVID -19
Where're all the coins?
Meet Anne Bobinac a bank manager that is wondering the same thing, and needs your help.
We need to talk about the future of Rotary and Interact, and this week we do.
Can joining clubs together make a future fir Interact?
Join me!
Meet Pat Bond the "Gatekeeper" of her district and a Rotarian for over 25 years.
A bit of history and fun.
Join us!!!
Meet the man bringing the news of Rotary to you every month, Peace Arch Journal editor James Monroe this week on the podcast.
The "I'm A Rotarian "podcast we are taking a quick break to celebrate the holiday but will be back with all-new episodes starting June 3rd.
So catch up on past Rotarians, and we will hear you soon.
Have a Rotarian I should know about? Email me a Rotarianpod@gmail.com
Meet my new friend in Rotary Jeffery Hager. Jeff tells us about his Rotary life and all about the work he's doing with Hands For Peacemakers.
Join us!
Bonus episode this week!
Meet Tracy Schultz and returning guest Traci Bergsma as they talk being a small business owner during the time of COVID-19.
They share the hard truth of owning a business in a shutdown, stay home state.
Meet Jan-Marc Jovas a Rotarian that's been around since 2002, well except for the 12 years in between when he left and then came back in 2016. Jan-Marc talks to be how RI has changed in just those few years during his break, and more.
Join us!
This week I talk about being a "Rotarian in Action" in the time of COVID-19.
I have 5 great ways to feel a part of the world, as we are all being told to stay away from it.
Join me won't you?
Have you ever wanted to know what a Rotary club with more than 500 members would be like? Well sit back and meet Molly Carney, a Rotarian who's first club had 500 members, and now she proudly belongs to a club of just 40.
Meet Traci Bergsma, she owns her own business, is in charge of fundraising for her club, and is a voice of the next generation of Rotarians.
Meet a Rotarian of almost 30, and an independent Telacome owner George Henny as He gets those famous Rotary question and tells us how his company is helping in a time of COVID-19
Meet past Distic 50/50 Governor and Rotary history buff Lindagene Coyle on this weeks I'm A Rotarian podcast.
Our guest from our very first podcast John Joynt joins us once again to talk new formats and new times for Rotary clubs during the COVID-19 Pandemic
29 years and 5 clubs, now that's a Rotary history I want to hear about. Meet Cliff Ridgway.
Cliff takes on my questions and adds amazing stories of his nearly 30 years as a Rotarian
Corinne Gregory is back but this time not to chat about those 11 questions, this time she is here to talk about her new book about the 4 Way Test named
"Character Counts: Bringing the Rotary Four-Way Test to Life"While this book focuses on Rotarians, it is applicable to anyone who values positive character, ethics, and integrity both personally and in their professional lives. It is a dynamic study in leadership and service, sharing how positive character changes the world for the better.
Meet my good buddy Doug Coutts on this week's season 2 opener.
Do you have a Rotarian I should interview, let me know at RoatianPod@gmail.com
well, that's it, Season 1 of the "I'm A Rotarian Podcast" is done and out to the digital world. This labor of love has been getting more and more followers, and more and more fun with each episode. Season 2 starts February 26th, so till then take care of yourself and the world around you, and we will hear you soon on the podcast.
email: Rotarianpod@gmail.com
Meet writer, chef, speaker, actioner, and Rotarian Corrine Gregory on this week's podcast
Know a Rotarian for the show, contact me at Rotarianpod@gmail.com
In part 2 of our 2 part podcast, we meet Kayla Johnson the young lady that went from a small island in Puget Sound all the way to South Korea as a Rotary exchange student.
Do you know a Rotarian I should meet, email me at Rotarianpod@gmail.com
This week we have part 1 of a 2 part interview with Rotarian exchange students, Jay-Wan Lee and Kayla Johnson. Jay-Wan joined me with his sponsor Mary Green, to talk a bit about his adventures in America. While in part 2 coming next week Kayla worked out the 17hr delay to chat with me about the wonderful new world she finds herself in halfway around the world.
Meet Dr. Fungi Mazhandu a proud Rotarian from Zimbabwe Africa.
Do you have a Rotarian I should know about email me
Rotarianpod@gmail.com
This week, meet the woman behind the I'm A Rotarian podcast, Gwen Jones. Gwen got her best friend Celia Black to get behind the mic, to flip the script asking Gwen those 11 questions you know so well.
This week the podcast goes international as we are off to Ghana Africa to meet life long Rotarian Catherine Mazhandu...Join us won't you?
Come meet the future of Rotary with Zack Christiansen and Rowen Stevens, and their Rotary Interact Flight Club. They have an idea the could help Interact really "take-off"
Let me know what you think of the podcast, or if you have a Rotarian I should know about Email me: Rotarianpod@gmail.com
Meet the 30yr Rotarian Ray Green
"I joined Rotary to make a difference, I stayed because I AM"
If you know a Rotarian I should meet, drop me an email at Rotarianpod@gmail.com
Meet a Rotarian with more than 25 years of Rotary life to tell us about. Sharon Edberg opens up a full and wonderful history of her life in Rotary.
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Meet the fine artist and Rotarian Gordy Edberg on this week's "I'm A Rotarian Podcast.
If you have a Rotarian I should know about send me an email at RotarianPod@gmail.com
This week we meet real estate agent, and businesswoman, Alicia Dietrich, who went from loving Rotary chicken to living the 4way test in life and in business, every day.
Join us won't you?
If you know a Rotarian for the podcast, drop me a note at http://Rotarianpod@gmail.com
Past RCWW President and President-elect Kathy & Jim Rogers join me and my 11 questions. They have stories to tell and fun times to share, here on the "I'm A Rotarian" Podcast. Join us!
If you have a Rotarian I should know about drop me an email: Rotarianpod@gmail.comThanks, Gwen
Meet the two men that are flying high with the next generation of Rotarians. Join us won't you? Also do you know a Rotarian I should meet, let me know at Rotarianpod@gmail.com
Jane Helten has more the 19yrs in Rotary. Though those years she has been a member, a President, and a District 50/50 Governor. We sat down with Jane to talk about the 11 questions and even more.
Enjoy, Subscribe and rate. Also if you know a Rotarian I should meet, let me know at Rotarianpod@gmail.com
Welcome to Ep.1 of the" I'm A Rotarian" podcast where we meet Rotary Club of Whidbey Westside President John Joint. RCWW is a relatively new club based out of Whidbey Island WA. and John comes to Rotary from his background in the Boy Scouts. Hear how John takes on our 11 Podcast questions and shares his story.