The Work: Recent Episodes
Robert Ferriell
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Summary
In this episode, Robert Ferriell interviews Doug Dennis, also known as Mr. D, who shares his inspiring journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming a prominent figure in the martial arts community. He discusses his extensive experience in karate, his role in promoting it as an Olympic sport, and his passion for teaching and mentoring students in the building trades. The conversation highlights the importance of mentorship, personal growth, and the impact of sports on life opportunities.
Takeaways
- Mr. D has dedicated a significant portion of his life to martial arts, shaping his identity and career.
- He has represented the United States in karate competitions globally, showcasing his skills and dedication.
- Mentorship plays a crucial role in Mr. D's life, influencing his teaching philosophy and approach to students.
- His background in sports, particularly baseball, opened many doors for him throughout his life.
- Mr. D emphasizes the importance of holding oneself and others to a higher standard in education and life.
- He believes in the power of education to transform lives and is passionate about teaching building trades.
- Mr. D's journey reflects resilience and adaptability, moving through various life challenges and career changes.
- He values the relationships built through teaching and the impact he can have on his students' lives.
- Mr. D's experiences in martial arts have taught him discipline, respect, and the importance of community.
- He considers teaching to be a labor of love, dedicating himself to his students' success.
Want to learn more about Mr. D? Check out our full interview with him on https://elevatespringfield.buzzsprout.com/
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring AM Joan Gonzalez and Hunter Hearn.
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Michael Thomas stopped by to discuss an upcoming event and a quick update on employment needs in the area.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring AM Graphic Arts.
Summary
In this episode, Robert engages with a group of graphic arts students to explore their experiences, artistic passions, and future aspirations. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and community within the graphic arts program, as well as the diverse backgrounds and creative expressions of the students. Each student shares their journey into graphic arts, their individual artistic styles, and their dreams for the future, emphasizing the supportive environment fostered by their teacher, Ms. Buchta.
Takeaways
- Graphic arts is a journey of self-discovery and passion.
- Collaboration among students enhances the learning experience.
- Mentorship plays a crucial role in student development.
- Artistic expression can take many forms, including music and design.
- Students are encouraged to explore their creative potential.
- The graphic arts community fosters a supportive environment.
- Procrastination can hinder personal growth and achievement.
- Diverse backgrounds contribute to a rich artistic culture.
- Future aspirations often blend personal interests with career goals.
- Education in graphic arts opens doors to various creative industries
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Jack Geiser, Clean Cut Painting and Handyman.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Envoy Jeff Eddy and Jeff Dillman from The Salvation Army, Springfield.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Karen Cox and Jeff Dillman from the Family Service Center.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Elizabeth Buchta, CACC Graphic Arts Instructor.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Steve Eisenbarth, Dean of Students at CACC.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Donnie Ray Criss, CASC Barbering Instructor.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Waehlyn Durbin, CACC Building Trades Student of the Year 2023-2024.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Jeff Martin and Doug Hoy from Lincoln Land Community College.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Andrea Rediger, The Village Veterinarian.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Ariana McNeill.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Travis Glisson.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Joan Gonzalez.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Sgt Jaycob Johnson from Illinois Army National Guard.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Michael Thomas from Express Employment Professionals.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Abby and Ryleigh from CACC.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Andy Melvin, Travis, and Hunter all from CACC.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Josh Smith from the University of Illinois Springfield.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Ms. Swartz and Mrs. Matlock.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Chloe, Louis, and Mr. Wilson from CACC Audio/Video Production.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Fritz Pfister.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Adam and Sicily.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Yashwi, Lilly, and Cooper.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Jamie Toole with the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring TSgt Tintori and TSgt Garvin from the Air National Guard.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring SSgt Cody Pierce and Private Preston Woodyard from the Marines.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Doug Dennis, CACC Building Trades.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Curt Trampe (DreamMaker Bath and Kitchen) and Waehlyn Durbin, Whittney Williams, and Brandt Crews(CACC Students).
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Gavin Gardner and Harrison Eubanks (Express Employment Professionals) and Alix Evans(CASC).
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Chris Harris and Steve Daniels (MTI) and Jeff Martin(LLCC).
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Lacy Glenn (CACC), Wes Aymer (CACC), and Miss Illinois United States Aaliyah Kissick.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Mark Watson (Bunn and author of Joyous Leadership) and Josie Ralph (CACC student).
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Representative C.D Davidsmeyer, MSgt Travis Littig and SSgt Katy Rivera (Air National Guard).
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Jeff Dillman(Masco), Chris Clark(South Fork School District), and Mark Franklin(former CACC student).
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Mike Murphy (Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce), Wes Aymer (CACC), and Peytin Bryant (CACC Student).
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring On site at the Springfield Area Home Builders Home Expo Featuring Brad Miller(CACC) and Chris Hartsook (Big Dog Construction).
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. On site at the Springfield Area Home Builders Home Expo at the CACC Booth.
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Mitch Dickey(Transfr), Andy Melvin (CACC), Carter Pickett and Joan Gonzalez (CACC students), Allison Tedrick (Former CACC student).
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Eric Hill (SkillsUSA Illinois), Nicole Swartz (CACC), Dan Deweese (Dan Deweese Painting and Woodfinishing), Kohl McAfee and Zoey Cook (CACC students)
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Carolyn Pemberton (CACC), Bob Hartman (CACC), Jordan Raps (former CACC student)
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois.
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Ben Hage (Sangamon CEO), Dr. Lance Thurman (SPS186), Lillian Olsen (Student), and Tilah Hall (Student).
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Mr. Kasten (CACC), SFC Chavez (Illinois Army National Guard), Mr. Melvin (CACC).
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Dr. Lance Thurman (Springfield District 186), Mrs. Jordan (CACC), Mr. Aymer (CACC), Maria Slagle (current student).
Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Featuring Ryan McCrady President and CEO of Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance, Mr. Dennis (CACC), Mr. Aymer (CACC), Kyle Fouts (former student).
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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois. Today's episode features CACC Welding Instructor Matt Kasten, Ace Sign Co. CEO Todd Bringuet, CACC SkillsUSA Advisor Nicole Swartz, and CACC Welding student Kaden Parini.