RecLess Podcast

RecLess Podcast
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RecLess is a podcast making people smarter and more knowledgeable about the field of parks and recreation. Your hosts are Shane Mize, Jay Tryon, and Tom Venniro; three career-long friends from around the country bringing their own unique and sometimes entertaining perspectives with a surprise guest each episode. Authentic and real conversation, thought provoking perspective, and an effort to bring professionals together and educate others. Welcome to RecLess.

  1. RecLess Presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Tom Venniro and Melissa Salatino

    5D AGO

    RecLess Presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Tom Venniro and Melissa Salatino

    This Parks & Rec Life - Tom Venniro and Melissa Salatino - Tom is the the 11-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughters Amelia and Maisie. Melissa is a career long art teacher and artist. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on the lives of the loved ones of a parks professional. Hosted by Hannah Mize with guest host, Josh Keller, an IT professional and spouse of Katy Keller, Director of Parks and Recreation Pittsboro, NC.

    1h 1m
  2. RecLess Presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Brandon and Alexa Washington

    FEB 6

    RecLess Presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Brandon and Alexa Washington

    RecLess Presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Brandon and Alexa WashingtonBrandon Washington, MPA, CPRE, is the Recreation Program Superintendent of Casa Grande, AZ and spouse, Alexa, is a loan officer. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on the lives of the loved ones of a parks professional. Hosted by Hannah Mize with guest host, Josh Keller, an IT professional and spouse of Katy Keller, Director of Parks and Recreation Pittsboro, NC.

    45 min
  3. RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Cortney and Sam Weinstock

    JAN 30

    RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Cortney and Sam Weinstock

    RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Cortney and Sam Weinstock Cortney is the Deputy Director of Administration for Baltimore County Recreation and Parks and Sam works for NASA as an IT professional aiding the development and integration of technology and exploration using telescopes and space. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on the lives of the loved ones of a parks professional. Hosted by Hannah Mize with guest host, Shane Mize. Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children.

    56 min

  4. JAN 23

    RecLess 5 Ep 20 Jonathan Winters - Supt of Rec & Older Adults, Richardson, TX, Founder - Rec Network

    Jonathan Winters - Superintendent of Recreation & Older Adults, Richardson, TX and Founder of The Rec Network - speaks to what spurred him to start the social networking group - The Rec Network, transitioning into the field later in his career, tapping into the passion for mentoring and facilitating learning and goal setting for his staff and others. Click here to learn more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1889766381596312 This episode sponsored by CivicPlus - The Best-Run Local Governments Run on CivicPlus Technology - https://www.civicplus.com/ Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children. Tom Venniro is the 11-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughter Amelia. Jay Tryon is an 18-year park and recreation professional who loves to improve communities and their quality of life. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and children.

    1h 28m
  5. RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Chris and Robin Nunes

    JAN 16

    RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Chris and Robin Nunes

    RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Chris and Robin Nunes Chris is the Chief Operating Officer for The Woodlands Township, TX, and spouse, Robin, is a career long educator. This Parks & Rec Life is a podcast exploring the impact of a parks and recreation career on the lives of the loved ones of a parks professional. Hosted by Hannah Mize with guest host, Tom Venniro. Hannah Mize is the editor and producer of RecLess, and This Parks & Rec Life, as well as a spouse of parks and recreation professional, Shane Mize. Tom Venniro is the 11-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughter Amelia.

    59 min

  6. JAN 9

    RecLess 5 Ep 19 Alison Rhodes Director of Parks and Recreation at City of Boulder, CO

    Alison Rhodes - Director of Parks and Recreation at City of Boulder, COdiscusses weather readiness and preparedness in CO, the unique challenges of working through frustrations and continuing professional growth in one agency, as well as leading and inspiring staff through shared experiences, and preparing for and meeting challenges with confidence. This episode sponsored by CivicPlus - The Best-Run Local Governments Run on CivicPlus Technology - https://www.civicplus.com/ Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children. Tom Venniro is the 11-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughter Amelia. Jay Tryon is an 18-year park and recreation professional who loves to improve communities and their quality of life. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and children.

    1h 21m

  7. JAN 2

    RecLess 5 Ep 18 Karen O'Donnell - Director of Parks & Recreation at City of Wheat Ridge, CO

    Karen O'Donnell - Director of Parks & Recreation at City of Wheat Ridge, CO - speaks to her personal motivation for success and her love of igniting and coaching it in others, setting healthy work life boundaries, storytelling and educating city leaders and community about the value of parks and recreation, as well as her leadership and mentorship style and perspective. This episode sponsored by CivicPlus - The Best-Run Local Governments Run on CivicPlus Technology - https://www.civicplus.com/ Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children. Tom Venniro is the 11-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughter Amelia.' Jay Tryon is an 18-year park and recreation professional who loves to improve communities and their quality of life. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and children.

    1h 24m

  8. 12/19/2025

    RecLess 5 Ep 17 Chad Holpfer - Director of Parks, Recreation & Forestry - City of Jefferson, WI

    Chad Holpfer - Director of Parks, Recreation & Forestry - City of Jefferson, WI - provides feedback and perspective from state vs. national conferences, moving into a director position and providing unique offerings to that community, leaning into new leadership experiences and styles, and enlightening the guys on the joy of cheese curds! This episode sponsored by CivicPlus - The Best-Run Local Governments Run on CivicPlus Technology - https://www.civicplus.com/ Shane Mize is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the city of Pflugerville, Texas, where he resides with his wife and children. Tom Venniro is the 11-year Director of Parks and Recreation in Hilton-Parma, New York, where he resides with his wife Melissa, son Jack, and daughter Amelia. Jay Tryon is an 18-year park and recreation professional who loves to improve communities and their quality of life. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and children.

    1h 30m
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RecLess is a podcast making people smarter and more knowledgeable about the field of parks and recreation. Your hosts are Shane Mize, Jay Tryon, and Tom Venniro; three career-long friends from around the country bringing their own unique and sometimes entertaining perspectives with a surprise guest each episode. Authentic and real conversation, thought provoking perspective, and an effort to bring professionals together and educate others. Welcome to RecLess.

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  • Creator
    RecLess Podcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © RecLess Podcast
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