OLLI @ WVU: Get to Know Each Other

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Get to know OLLI at WVU! The official podcast of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WVU engages members with discussions about classes, interviews with members of the OLLI community, current events related to the program, and much more. Each episode will inform current and prospective members about everything OLLI! Please check out our website and social media pages to stay up to date on all the latest news regarding OLLI at WVU. OLLI@WVU Website (https://olliatwvu.org/) OLLI at WVU podcast email:(olliatwvupod@gmail.com)

Episodes

  1. 06/28/2021

    Episode 13: Riding the Country with Kristie Gregory, “We Need to Fear Less and Hope More”

    This month I am talking to Kristie Gregory, an OLLI member in Morgantown, who is originally from Charleston. Kristie and I discuss motorcycles, traveling the US, and the beauty you find in West Virginia. A transcript will be available on the OLLI at WVU website: https://olliatwvu.wpcomstaging.com/archives/3880

    27 min

  2. 05/27/2021

    Episode 12: Meet our New Program Assistant: Susan Martino!

    This month we’re talking with Susan Martino, our new program assistant in Charleston. Susan and I talk about everything from the non-profits to skiing to being outdoors in West Virginia. Episode notes and transcript are available on the OLLI website: https://olliatwvu.wpcomstaging.com/archives/3688

    25 min

  3. 04/21/2021

    Episode 11: Hiking with Hilary & Mike Attfield

    In this episode, we talk with Hilary & Mike Attfield about hiking, in West Virginia and around the world. We also take a brief detour into books! Episode notes and transcript will be available on our website: https://olliatwvu.wpcomstaging.com/archives/3498

    29 min

  4. 03/25/2021

    Episode 10: Mental Health During the Pandemic and also Food Trucks(!) with Danielle Funk

    This month we’re talking with Danielle Funk, OLLI volunteer instructor and Program Manager for the WV Center for End-of-Life Care. In this episode we talk about taking care of your mental health during the pandemic, gardening, and food trucks! Transcript will be available on the OLLI site.

    29 min

  5. 02/17/2021

    Episode 9: Keeping Your Balance with Stephen Wetmore

    In this episode we talk with Steve Wetmore, a Morgantown OLLI member. We discussed his work, being outdoors, watercolor, cooking, and (of course) what he’s been reading. A transcript is available on the OLLI blog.

    27 min

  6. 01/28/2021

    Episode 8: Ankles to Car Horns with Clark McKee

    Today we are talking with Clark McKee, who has been an OLLI member in Morgantown for going on five years. In this episode Clark and I  discuss his first date with his wife, his time working as a student trainer at  WVU, his volunteer work, and wherever else those subjects led us. Transcript available

    25 min

  7. 12/14/2020

    Episode 7: On Being an Advocate with Leslie Bakker

    In this episode we’re talking with Leslie Bakker, an OLLI member in Charleston who worked as a registered nurse for more than 50 years. We discussed her work, her time in Northern Europe, and her work as an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. Transcript available

    27 min

  8. 11/17/2020

    Episode 6: The Memoir Inside of You with Sarah Robinson

    In this episode, Jascanna talks with OLLI member and instructor Sarah Blizzard Robinson about her memoir, As a Result, in which she candidly tells the story of her childhood and young adult years overshadowed by alcoholism and devastating loss and how writing helped her face her demons. Transcript available

    26 min

  9. 10/20/2020

    Episode 5: Master Naturalists, Gardening, and Mindful Knitting with Annette Tanner

    Michelle talks with Morgantown OLLI member Annette Tanner about the Master Naturalist program, how her childhood shaped her interests as an adult, knitting, and how to make the world a better place. Transcript available

    23 min

  10. 09/11/2020

    Episode 4: The Beauty of West Virginia and All Things Disney World with Ed Johnson

    In this episode of Get to Know Each Other, our host Harry Russell sits down with OLLI member and instructor Ed Johnson. The two discuss the natural beauty of the state of West Virginia, as well as all things Disney World related!  The link to Ed’s website: https://mh3wv.org/

    33 min

  11. 08/13/2020

    Episode 3: Midlife Career Changes, Entrepreneurship, and More with Carol Heiberger

    In this episode, our host sits down with Carol Heiberger to discuss classes that she teaches with OLLI at WVU, and her passions for business and entrepreneurship. Tune in for more information about her OLLI class, Founders over 50, the importance of a business plan, and midlife entrepreneurship.

    17 min
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Get to know OLLI at WVU! The official podcast of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WVU engages members with discussions about classes, interviews with members of the OLLI community, current events related to the program, and much more. Each episode will inform current and prospective members about everything OLLI! Please check out our website and social media pages to stay up to date on all the latest news regarding OLLI at WVU. OLLI@WVU Website (https://olliatwvu.org/) OLLI at WVU podcast email:(olliatwvupod@gmail.com)

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