THE KOSH

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THE KOSH spotlights interesting people associated with Oshkosh, WI and the surrounding Fox Cities area.

  1. Episode 186: Vicki Updike - Founder & CEO of New Sage Strategies

    2일 전

    Episode 186: Vicki Updike - Founder & CEO of New Sage Strategies

    Get to know Vicki Updike. In this episode, Vicki Updike, an executive coach and former President of the iconic company Miles Kimball, explores the arc of her professional life, beginning with her decision to "boomerang" back to Northeast Wisconsin to prioritize family and ending with her transition from corporate leadership to founding New Sage Strategies. A central theme of the conversation is the complexity of leadership, specifically the "heavy load" and isolation of the "big chair" and the unique societal double standards women navigate in high-level positions. Vicki advocates for a culture of authentic advocacy and radical curiosity, urging listeners to see others for who they truly are rather than listening only to respond. Ultimately, this episode serves as an inspiring call for professional vulnerability and a reminder of the importance of supporting the next generation of leaders through mentorship and collaborative women’s leadership conferences. If you would like to send questions, shoutouts, or stories to be played in a future episode, please leave a voicemail at 920-385-5073 or email: askthekosh@gmail.com. Link: https://www.newsagestrategies.com/

    1시간 19분
  2. Episode 185: Teri Rose - Author of Adventures with Sam and Saint: Holiday Celebrations

    6월 23일

    Episode 185: Teri Rose - Author of Adventures with Sam and Saint: Holiday Celebrations

    Get to know Teri Rose This podcast episode features Teri Rose, an Oshkosh resident and author who discusses her journey in literature and education. As a school door monitor, Teri was inspired by the need for representation and inclusivity to write her children's book, Adventures with Sam and Saint: Holiday Celebrations. The text highlights her creative mission to provide a multicultural introduction to global traditions through interactive characters that students of all backgrounds can color and claim as their own. Throughout the conversation, Rose emphasizes the importance of community connection, sharing her personal motivations as a mother and her deep commitment to ensuring every child feels seen and celebrated within the classroom. If you would like to send questions, shoutouts, or stories to be played in a future episode, please leave a voicemail at 920-385-5073 or email: askthekosh.com Links: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1645386295?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_YNJMFESNFWF795A6QF8Z&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_YNJMFESNFWF795A6QF8Z&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_mwn_dp_YNJMFESNFWF795A6QF8Z&bestFormat=true

    1시간 10분
  3. Episode 184: Spencer Jones - CEO of Jonesin’ for

    6월 12일

    Episode 184: Spencer Jones - CEO of Jonesin’ for

    Get to know Spencer Jones. This podcast features Spencer Jones, a former music educator turned entrepreneur and mindset coach based in Wisconsin’s Fox Cities region. The conversation transitions from lighthearted banter about local weather and Jones’s unique background in middle school teaching and kayak fishing to a deep exploration of professional burnout and the "internal operating system." Jones details his personal journey through a "rock bottom" mental health crisis, which inspired his business, Jonesin’ for, where he now helps leaders identify warning signs of fatigue and emotional resentment. The purpose of the text is to provide listeners with actionable strategies, such as the Daily Energy Audit, while emphasizing the core philosophical message that individuals possess inherent worth beyond their professional productivity. If you would like to send questions, shoutouts, or stories to be played in a future episode, please leave a voicemail at 920-385-5073 or email: askthekosh@gmail.com. Link: https://wearejonesinfor.com/

    1시간 25분
  4. Episode 183: Micah Troedel - Youth Leader

    5월 25일

    Episode 183: Micah Troedel - Youth Leader

    Get to know Micah Troedel. In this episode Micah Troedel, an insightful high school senior and president of the Black Student Union at Oshkosh West, talk about lighthearted topics like Troedel’s athletic pursuits and his love for English literature to a profound exploration of the literacy crisis affecting local youth. Troedel emphasizes that improving reading skills requires a community-wide effort, cultural shift, and increased representation in education so that students see themselves in their mentors. Through reflections on imposter syndrome, the importance of mentorship, and his personal journey as an Ethiopian adoptee, Troedel illustrates how leadership is rooted in the power to positively influence others. Ultimately, the text serves as a call for intentional investment in the youth to ensure long-term community growth and systemic change. If you would like to send questions, shoutouts, or stories to be played in a future episode, please leave a voicemail at 920-385-5073 or email: askthekosh@gmail.com.

    1시간 34분
  5. Episode 182: Mahima Grover - Instructor of Yoga, Meditation & Dance

    5월 2일

    Episode 182: Mahima Grover - Instructor of Yoga, Meditation & Dance

    Get to know Mahima Grover. In this episode meet Mahima Grover, an Indian immigrant and entrepreneur in the Fox Cities who owns the M-Effect yoga and dance studio. The conversation explores Grover's diverse professional evolution from a corporate trainer and pharmacist in India to a community leader focused on holistic wellness through traditional practices. A significant portion of the text is dedicated to Grover’s philosophical breakdown of yoga and meditation, where she distinguishes between the physical "mat work" and the deeper pursuit of mind management and self-realization. Grover emphasizes the cultural values of openness and discipline, sharing personal anecdotes about overcoming adversity and the importance of finding inner peace amidst life's chaos. Ultimately, the source serves as an inspirational narrative on the power of consistency and detachment, encouraging listeners to move beyond their perceived limitations to discover their true potential. If you would like to send questions, shoutouts, or stories to be played in a future episode, please leave a voicemail at 920-385-5073 or email: askthekosh@gmail.com Links: ⁠https://themeffect.org/

    1시간 59분
  6. Episode 181: Dr. Manohar Singh - Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

    4월 20일

    Episode 181: Dr. Manohar Singh - Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

    Get to know Dr. Manohar Singh In this episode of "The Kosh" podcast, Chancellor Manohar Singh of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, a leader who blends academic stewardship with a profound spiritual heritage. Chancellor Singh shares about his personal history as the youngest of seven brothers in India to his philosophical views on the limitlessness of human potential and the necessity of sovereignty and humility. Dr. Singh explores the transformative power of education, sharing that universities must serve as inclusive spaces that foster human connection and communal abundance rather than mere individual gain. Ultimately, the dialogue serves as a testament to the universality of love, illustrating how a leader’s diverse global experiences can inspire a resilient and unified community spirit within the Fox Cities region. If you would like to send questions, shoutouts, or stories to be played in a future episode, please leave a voicemail at 920-385-5073 or email: askthekosh@gmail.com Links: https://www.uwosh.edu/

    1시간 47분
  7. Episode 180: Alec Lefeber - Oshkosh City Council Candidate

    3월 30일

    Episode 180: Alec Lefeber - Oshkosh City Council Candidate

    Get to know Alec Lefeber This episode of THE KOSH features Alec Lefeber, a multifaceted community leader and AI professional who provides a deep dive into the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and local civic engagement. Alec explains his career in technology, where he translates complex technical concepts into accessible business tools, while also sharing his personal journey of moving to Denver and eventually returning to Oshkosh, Wisconsin, to "plant roots." As a candidate for City Council, he articulates a vision for modernizing local government through technological infrastructure and proactive problem-solving. A significant portion of the dialogue is dedicated to the ethics of AI, specifically addressing the environmental impact of data centers and the tension between automated efficiency and the preservation of human creativity in art and music. Ultimately, the conversation serves as a reflection on the importance of community integration, intentional self-growth, and the necessity of maintaining a human-centric approach in an increasingly digital world. If you would like to send questions, shoutouts, or stories to be played in a future episode, please leave a voicemail at 920-385-5073 or email: askthekosh@gmail.com Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.alecforoshkosh.com/

    1시간 57분
  8. Episode 179: Kimberly Barrett, Ph.D - Author of Rethinking Race

    3월 22일

    Episode 179: Kimberly Barrett, Ph.D - Author of Rethinking Race

    Get to know Kimberly Barrett, Ph.D. This episode of THE KOSH features Dr. Kimberly Barrett, a retired higher education executive and author who discusses her career in higher ed, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) , and her recently published memoir, Rethinking Race. Throughout the conversation, Kimberly reflects on the social construction of race, a realization sparked by her personal experience raising a biracial, multiethnic son whose physical appearance challenged her own preconceived notions of identity. She provides a sophisticated defense of higher education as a vital space for the humanization of difference, arguing that academic environments must remain courageous in teaching an unvarnished history to sustain a functioning democracy. Beyond systemic critiques, the dialogue explores the importance of community engagement through board service and the necessity of intentional parenting when navigating a racially stratified society. Ultimately, Barrett champions a philosophy of radical compassion and active love, suggesting that recognizing our shared humanity is the only effective way to dismantle systemic prejudice and foster a sense of genuine belonging. If you would like to send questions, shoutouts, or stories to be played in a future episode, please leave a voicemail at 920-385-5073 or email: askthekosh@gmail.com Links: ⁠⁠https://kimberlybarrettphd.com/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kimberly-barrett⁠⁠https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rethinking-race-kimberly-a-barrett/1148671215?ean=9798897891351

    1시간 23분
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THE KOSH spotlights interesting people associated with Oshkosh, WI and the surrounding Fox Cities area.

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    Timber Smith
  • 방송 연도
    2021년 - 2026년
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