Episodes

Oct. 7, 2023

Trying Little Things

A sophomore computer science student attending The College of William & Mary, Justin Liu comes on the podcast speaking about the importance of finding balance, opening yourself up to little opportunities, and his recent medi…
Guest: Justin Liu
Sept. 30, 2023

Know Your Worth

The journey is what you make of it, but it is important to know your worth. Celebrating International Podcasters Day, we are glad to have Jordan Kanes on the show, speaking about his journey to freelance videography, startin…
Guest: Jordan Kanes
Sept. 23, 2023

Appreciate the Moment

One year after his first podcast discussion, Antonio Velasquez comes on the Tansson Talks show to speak about his personal growth and self-discovery, alongside the importance of prioritizing mental health and wellbeing. Bran…
Sept. 16, 2023

Utilize Everything

Holding many roles including Sports Director for WODU Studios, Sports Editor for Mace & Crown magazine, and Reporter for ODU ESports, Benjamin Draper comes on the show to speak about his love for sports, his internship with …
Sept. 9, 2023

Interacting with Others

In his final year of studies at the University of Minnesota, Adham Mohamed comes on the show to speak about his love for interacting with others, his journey to better understand himself, and the importance of following your…
Guest: Adham Mohamed
Sept. 2, 2023

Learn Yourself First

Learning a subject matter is only as important about learning about yourself first. This week, we are proud to have Zachary Vaillancourt return to the show to speak about his most recent summer experiences and sophomore year…
Aug. 26, 2023

Every Vote Counts

A member of the Virginia House of Delegates, Shelly Simonds (VA-94) comes on the show to speak about her journey becoming a legislator, and how her experience as a teacher helped guide her path. Brandon K. Hedgepeth is a pod…
Aug. 19, 2023

Be Uncomfortable and Adapt

A scientist by day, performer by night, Lizz Yimer comes onto the Tansson Talks show to speak about her time at Virginia Commonwealth University, her recent internship at Harvard University, and how she began opening up to h…
Aug. 12, 2023

Balancing Exploration

We are changing things up this week, and we are diving into a fun conversation with Kennedy Henderson, an avid runner, movie-lover, and incoming ODU PRSSA President. Be sure to listen and join in on the fun! Brandon K. Hedge…
Aug. 5, 2023

Find Your Niche

A college radio host, a podcast host, and an aspiring librarian are just some of the many titles held by Kenneth Ashley, today's guest on the Tansson Talks show! Coming on the show in Summer 2023, he comes on to speak about …
Guest: Ken Ashley
July 29, 2023

Don't Stop Learning

Whether as an award-winning television producer or doing public relations at The White House, one thing that Alexis Revis Yeoman never did was stop learning. Continuing on our mission to bring people together, we are excited…
July 22, 2023

Everything Has Meaning

Heading into our twenty-fifth episode of Tansson Talks, we are excited to have Kathryn West joining us today! A recent college graduate and incoming graduate student at Olivet Nazarene University, she comes on the show to sp…
Guest: Kathryn West
July 15, 2023

It's Never Too Late

Soon to complete his studies at Valencia College, Lucas Marrero is setting the course for himself to become a business owner and grow into the profession of photography and videography. Speaking on the show, he lets viewers …
Guest: Lucas Marrero
July 8, 2023

Overcoming Hurdles

When it comes to overcoming hurdles, look no further than Matty Madden, a graduate student studying lifespan and digital communication. Nearly complete with his capstone project ahead of his August 2023 graduation, he comes …
Guest: Matty Madden
July 1, 2023

Connecting to Community Radio

Community radio is nothing without the community behind it, and we are glad to have Nathan Moore on our show this week! The general manager at WTJU-FM in Charlottesville, Virginia, he speaks about his personal experience wit…
Guest: Nathan Moore
June 24, 2023

Maximizing Your Opportunities

When it comes to video production and the communication industry, it is safe to say RaJeana Price is no stranger! Having worked in the industry in numerous capacities since before even leaving high school, RaJeana comes on t…
Guest: RaJeana Price
June 17, 2023

Looking Back on History

When it comes to navigating through life, Glenn Dano is quick to realize that everything relates to history. In his final lap of graduate school, Glenn comes on the podcast to speak about his untraditional path towards focus…
Guest: Glenn Dano
June 10, 2023

Learning About Yourself

Astronomy, theater, and writing are just some of the many interests of Tracy Harmer, a 21 year old communication graduate student attending Old Dominion University. This week's guest on the Tansson Talks show, she comes on t…
Guest: Tracy Harmer
June 3, 2023

Keep Your Optimism

Supporting local public relations professionals is just one of the many roles of Alisa Crider, the current president of PRSA Hampton Roads. We are proud to have her on the Tansson Talks show to speak about the organization's…
Guest: Alisa Crider
May 27, 2023

Always Keep Growing

Having been recently selected as the PRSSA National President (2023-24), we are excited to welcome San Sharma to our show! In our Tansson Talks discussion, he speaks about his current role as PRSSA National Vice President of…
May 20, 2023

Preparing to Produce

Most recently a lifestyle associate producer for the High Noon broadcast at WTVQ, Michael Mcclellan comes on the Tansson Talks show to speak about his lifelong ambition to get into television production and his numerous vent…
May 13, 2023

Just Go For It

With the topic of the week being educational opportunities and cybersecurity, we are proud to welcome back Josh Stuck. Now a certified professional in cybersecurity, he speaks on the Tansson Talks show about his educational …
Guest: Joshua Stuck
May 6, 2023

Appreciate the Process

When it comes to approaching a new task or life experience, Peyton Buckley firmly believes that you should follow the path in front of you and appreciate the process. A student attending Old Dominion University, originally f…
April 29, 2023

Putting Community First

When it comes to Zee Cherry, nothing is more important than serving the community. As aspiring juror, Zee comes onto the Tansson Talks show to speak about her desire to serve the community and the importance it carries. Bran…
Guest: Zee Cherry