Listening for Purpose

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A podcast where we hear stories from those who are sojourning alongside us while we discern our purpose and write our collective story. Hosted by The Institute for Leadership and Service at Valparaiso University

  1. S3 E5: Connection in Childhood with Ryan Cole

    JAN 30

    S3 E5: Connection in Childhood with Ryan Cole

    In the fifth episode of Season 3, we spoke with Ryan Cole, Mark and Kathleen Helge Director of Student Philanthropy. He discussed how his daughter has taught him about connection and wonder. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

    37 min
  2. S3 E4: People and Purpose with Erin Brown

    12/05/2025

    S3 E4: People and Purpose with Erin Brown

    In the fourth episode of Season 3, we spoke with Erin Brown, VU alumni and deaconess with the Lutheran Diaconal Association (LDA). She enlightened us about how the LDA has helped shape and form her during her journey of purpose. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

    28 min
  3. S3E3: Who Lights Your Path?

    11/07/2025

    S3E3: Who Lights Your Path?

    In a very special episode, we spoke with nearly 30 students, staff, faculty, and friends of Valparaiso University to answer one question: who or what lights your path? Answers reflect campus involvement, faith, friends and family, and more! Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

    13 min
  4. S3E2: Neverending Discernment with Stacy Hoult

    10/24/2025

    S3E2: Neverending Discernment with Stacy Hoult

    In the second episode of Season 3, we talked to Stacy Hoult, chair of the World Languages and Cultures department, about her life-long discernment process. An early contributor to this process was her high school Spanish teacher. She also discusses the many paths she explored, and continues to explore. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

    34 min
  5. S3 E1: Purpose in Family with Ethan Palmisano

    10/17/2025

    S3 E1: Purpose in Family with Ethan Palmisano

    In our first episode of Season 3, Ethan Palmisano, a sophomore Meteorology major, discusses the role his grandfather played in shaping the importance of family in his life. He also talks about how those around him have helped him discover his priorities. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

    39 min

  6. 05/09/2025

    S2 E10: Savoring each Step in "Bird by Bird" with Simeon Klepac

    For the final episode of Season 2, Simeon Klepac takes a turn behind the microphone and discusses his personal journey discerning his purpose as a Park Raner for the National Park Service. He also discusses the book "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott and shares how it encouraged him to focus on excellence and beauty in small moments. Join us for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!

    42 min

  7. 04/22/2025

    S2 E9: Relationships as Vocation in “Gilead” with Dr. Agnes Howard

    On this episode, Dr. Agnes Howard joins us to discuss the book “Gilead” by Marilynne Robinson. Howard shares the way that the book informed her understanding of vocation as inherently shaped by relationships and highlights how Robinson’s story exemplifies the need to be inspired by the mundane moments of beauty in our lives. Join us, for more of Our Campus, Our Stories!  A video version of the podcast is also available at https://www.youtube.com/@ILASatValpo

    30 min

  8. 02/18/2025

    S2 E8: Confidence and Community in Overwatch with Aubrey Kranz

    On this episode, Aubrey Kranz shares her experiences with the hit video game Overwatch and her journey within Valpo’s Esports community. We discuss the ways that good friends can challenge us to grow toward the greatness they see in us, and the ways that taking risks helps to build confidence and open us to new possibilities. Join us, for more of Our Campus, Our Stories! A video version of the podcast is also available at https://www.youtube.com/@ILASatValpo

    53 min
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A podcast where we hear stories from those who are sojourning alongside us while we discern our purpose and write our collective story. Hosted by The Institute for Leadership and Service at Valparaiso University

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  • Creator
    The Institute for Leadership and Service
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Institute for Leadership and Service
  • Show Website
    Listening for Purpose