Fraternity Foodie Podcast by Greek University Michael Ayalon

Are you looking for tips on Social Media for Sorority or Fraternity Chapters? Today we have with us Krysten Rhodes, one of my favorite content creators and brand ambassadors on social media. She is a member of Kappa Delta from Texas A&M, and now that she has graduated, Krysten currently serves as a Research Data Coordinator at MD Anderson in Thoracic/Head & Neck Medical Oncology in Houston, Texas. With everything Krysten does, she leaves her mark and goes above what is expected with a goal of leaving things better than before. Krysten inspires others with her drive and passion.
In episode 462 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Krysten chose Texas A&M, what made her want to join Kappa Delta, how much of an influence her parents were in going Greek, what fraternity and sorority members should be posting on social media to get people interested in joining, how she is able to get so many brand ambassador opportunities, what seniors in college should be considering as they get ready for alumni/alumnae life, what life is like after graduation in the workforce, and what Krysten wants to do in the future. Enjoy!

Want to know how do you overcome obstacles in your life? Christine Handy is a passionate advocate, keynote speaker, author and model who champions women to realize their power and inner beauty amidst adversity. As a breast cancer survivor, Christine is proof that pain does not have to limit is from thriving. Christine uses her experience in the fashion industry to challenge outdated cultural values that once limited inclusivity of certain groups of women in the past. Christine uses her story to inspire hope and courage. With authenticity, and vulnerability, Christine provides real life wisdom to those who have been affected by illness and trauma. Christine’s MISSION is to ensure that women feel less alone while encouraging women to focus on faith and their inner warrior. In episode 461 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why she decided on Southern Methodist University, which sorority she joined on campus, how she got started as a model for companies like Guess, J. Crew, J. C. Penney, Bud Light, Pepsi, Petco, and Target, what was her initial reaction when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, how she got control back in life, what made her decide to go back to work after all that and show there is still beauty in women without breasts, how you survive and thrive when life throws obstacles your way, advice to college students in terms of maintaining self-esteem, how you can manage fear, what is the mission of Wonder Women Initiative where she serves on the Board of Directors, and what you'll learn from her book called "Walk Beside Me" that will be a movie soon. Enjoy!

Are you wondering how to be successful in TV Production? Teri Weinberg is a Former NBC Entertainment Executive Vice President who oversaw all aspects of NBC Entertainment’s scripted development and current primetime programming in 2007, then launched her own production company, Yellow Brick Road, in 2010, with a two-year first look deal with NBC Universal. At the conclusion of that deal, Weinberg would independently produce, and consult for MTV Network. Teri then partnered with Golden Globe, Emmy Award winning actor and producer, America Ferrera in 2016, with a four-year first look deal with NBC Universal, and since returned to independent producing. Teri was Co-Executive producer of the Peabody, Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning “The Office,” which has also received two Television Critics Association Awards, multiple WGA awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. She also served as Executive Producer of “Ugly Betty,” winner of two Golden Globe Awards, an Emmy Nomination, a Peabody Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. In addition, Teri was Executive producer of the Golden Globe nominated, “The Tudors.” Weinberg was nominated for two Emmys in July 2007, as both “The Office” and “Ugly Betty” were nominated as Outstanding Comedy Series. In episode 460 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how she was able to deal with the initial negative critic feedback on the television show "The Office", whether we will see a reunion for the television show "Ugly Betty", how much history goes into "The Tudors" versus drama to keep audiences coming back, how demanding and stressful it is to be Executive Vice President for NBC Entertainment, what is the vision for her own production company called Yellow Brick Road, what is her advice for college students who want to get into television production, where she gets inspiration for new TV shows, how we can avoid dwelling on problems and getting to solutions, and how she's been able to achieve peace of mind in her life. Enjoy!

Are you wondering how can we achieve happiness in life? Teresa Greco is a certified life coach pursuing her Ph.D. with a dissertation on inner happiness. She is a TEDx speaker, 3X bestselling author, international writer, and editor of a Canadian lifestyle magazine as well as the host of the internet TV and radio shows called the “Steps to Happiness Show with Teresa Greco” on Soulivity TV and “The Happy Hour with Teresa Greco” on Hopeful Radio and Skyward TV. With a master’s degree in education, Teresa is an educator of over 25 years and an educational technologies consultant who coaches students with learning disabilities on the use of various educational software to help them uncover their potential by removing barriers and obstacles so they can flourish in all areas of their lives.
In episode 459 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Teresa chose the University of Toronto for her undergraduate experience, why did she feel like something was missing when she had already achieved everything society said was important, what are the latest studies on happiness saying about how can we achieve happiness in life, how we can get started with meditation if we've never done it before, what is the mental freedom coaching program, what is a reiki master and why that's helpful, and how we can learn to forgive. Enjoy!

Do you want to tap into our creativity in the business world? Our next guest will tell you how. Gina Perregrino is an American opera singer, teaching artist, and writer. Her experiences in the high-pressure world of operatic training and performance have led to advocate for more transparency around the emotional, financial, and geographical realities of being a full-time opera singer, as one can read about in her work published in Huffington Post. She is the creator FORTE, a series of musical-based workshops, using music as the catalyst for social, emotional and somatic awareness, available to conservatories and young artist programs across the country. A daughter and granddaughter in a family of quiet artists, Perregrino is determined to make some noise.
In episode 458 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out when Gina knew that music was going to be her path in life, what it's like being a full-time opera singer in terms of the emotional, financial, and geographical realities, what she does when she feels the nerves and anxiety hit just before a big performance on stage, whether chasing your dreams is really worth sacrificing weddings, funerals, birthdays, and silencing your own needs, what attendees learn from her workshop called FORTE even if they aren't creatives, how you can use your vulnerability as a strength, how we can tap into our creativity in the business world, how we can hold onto our identity as a college student, and what we should do when we feel "stuck" in life. Enjoy!

Are you searching for a happiness tune up? If your corporation or association is looking for a dynamic, funny speaker with a lasting influence, Liah Kraft-Kristaine, J.D. has programs on motivational leadership, communication, presentation skills, and creating wealth. Liah has spoken in nearly 500 cities on 4 continents, has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey show as a guest expert, and is the author of 15 books, She is a former broadcaster on CNN, PBS, and is a former practicing attorney. Liah is the founder and director of LifeStar Academy Foundation for girls aging out of the foster care system, teaching life skills for healthy, happy adjustment to entry into a productive adult life.
In episode 457 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Liah decided to go to law school at Emory University School of Law, what she learned about the media by working as a CNN and PBS Broadcaster, how college graduates can build affordable housing quickly for themselves, what is the ASF process and how does it help with depression, and as the author of the book "30 Days to Happiness" - what is a Happiness Tune Up and how will that help with our resiliency? Enjoy!