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Jim Rushton’s love of media started in high school and flourished while working at, and ultimately running, WHCL. He turned that love into a career that went from radio to professional sports. In this episode Jim shares insight into the busines
Tom Vilsack grew up a Democrat in a family of Republicans. The skills learned then have served him well throughout his 35 years in politics. This week he shares how he got his start in public service, how lessons learned at Hamilton have serve
David Chanatry has long had a love of long form storytelling. This week he shares how that love fueled a career in journalism and how along with a love of Utica, it drove him to help create the documentary film Utica: The Last Refuge.Learn more
Photographer Helen Morse says the pandemic drained her creative desire to make images. But it awakened her desire to write. This week she joins the show to give insight into her art and why now was the right time to write her memoir, The Diffic
As a high school student in Germany, Peter Muggleworth fell in love with TV & Movies. Hear how he went from Hamilton College to a wide ranging career that has seen him involved with many aspects of entertainment. He shares how he’s played a co
Ryan Serhant moved to New York City after college determined to be successful. This week he shares how he found that success but not in the way he originally planned. Hear how he went from actor to real estate agent to launching a successful r
As Jessica built a successful career in biotech, she never imagined her father’s interest in wine would lead her down an entirely new career path. This week she shares the story of how Et Fille came to be, how her early career prepared her for
Kamila Shamsie came to Hamilton from Pakistan with a dream of becoming a published author. This week she’s shares how that dream became a reality and how, as she gets ready to publish her eighth novel, her process helps her build on her incredi
For many in the Hamilton community this week's guest is known as Justinio on the Radio, the voice of WHCL in the early 2000's. Justin Ginsberg took that voice and used it--along with a lot of guts and hard work--to build a successful business.
As the world focuses on Ukraine, we talk to a man who had a front row seat to the country’s history. John Hewko was in the Ukrainian parliament the night they declared independence in 1991 and helped craft the post-Soviet constitution. This wee
Just when Missy Segall thought her hockey career was ending prematurely due to COVID-19, the Buffalo Beauts came calling to fulfill Missy's childhood dream of playing professional hockey. This week Missy talks about making the jump from D3 to t
This week we meet Sammy Johnson and Chad Varney who turned an independent study project into a successful business. Upcurl is a clothing brand making a positive impact on the environment. Learn how to all started and what the future holds for U
Weather knocked out this week’s guest, so a scramble to put together an episode leads to a painful but possibly entertaining trip down memory lane. In this episode you get to hear Dave like never before...or at least not like you’ve heard in 25
Fred Rogers is a trained historian so it was only natural that he’d dig into the deep history of Hamilton upon his arrival. Through his research he discovered a personal connection to the school and developed a deep appreciation of just how muc
Kyandreia Jones dreamed of being a writer as a young child. By twenty she was a published author, This week she talks about the adjustment moving from South Florida to Clinton, NY, what it’s like writing Choose Your Own Adventure books and the
We kick off 2022 with the Chair of the Board. David Solomon shares how Hamilton made an impact on him, why he remains engaged with the school, and the different types of leadership lessons he learned in school.Check out Dave Bolger’s appearance
When you know you want to do something, sometimes you just need to make the decision to go ahead and do it. That’s how Meg Swertlow became a filmmaker. This week’s guest talks about the various times in her life when she made changes to go afte
Rachel Weinstein went to Hamilton College thinking she’d be a lawyer. While studying theater she set herself on a path to becoming a successful Broadway producer. This week she shares insight into how she got her start, how she built her career
For nearly 30 years Marge Petteys has served as a surrogate mother to countless students. She’s helped students overcome loneliness, offered advice and given big hugs. While she’s played a role in helping students overcome their insecurities, s
A liberal arts education is said to help develop well rounded individuals. This week’s guest Jeff Cournoyer credits his Hamilton experience for his ability to navigate a career that has spanned roles in government, professional sports and highe
No guest this week. Instead Dave shares some thoughts on his first visit to Hamilton in almost 15 years.All music by Doctuh Michael Woods
Alex Slater only spent one year at Hamilton College, but that year played a significant role in his life. This week Alex talk about coming to the US from Scotland and how his year at Hamilton influenced his decision to settle in America. He als
Wally Bressler coaches his clients on the importance of overcoming the reluctance of making sales calls. That reluctance, he says, often comes from deep seeded issues of anxiety, self-esteem, or even depression. He knows because he’s dealt wit
Lauren Reynolds knew she wanted to work in sports journalism from a young age. Hear how she turned a role as Sports Editor of the Spectator into a successful career at ESPN. She also shares lessons learned throughout her career and what she sha
In moving from a career in science to becoming an award-winning author, Chris Holm learned the importance of admitting when something isn't right for you. This week he talks to Dave about his evolution from a career in science to becoming a fic
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