This is Y Podcast

Muskegon YMCA
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This is Y Podcast

For over 100 years, The Muskegon YMCA has been strengthening, connecting, and empowering the Muskegon community.  Through programs that promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, we’ve been fulfilling our mission statement to build healthy spirits, minds, and bodies for all ages.  This is Y. Through conversations with community leaders, the This is Y Podcast centers conversations on healthy living and wellness in Muskegon County.  If you’re interested in connecting with us to learn more about the Muskegon YMCA and how we serve our community, visit our website at muskegonymca.org.

Épisodes

  1. 04/12/2023

    This is Y: The Importance of Green Space in Muskegon

    In this episode of the "This Is Y" podcast, host and Muskegon YMCA CEO Gabe Gerlach discusses green spaces in Muskegon with the Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Muskegon, Kyle Karczewski, and the Director of Business Services at Camp Pendalouan, Rylee Gross. They discuss not only what "green spaces" are but why they are important for the health of our community. Learn more about the work of the Muskegon YMCA in creating and preserving a healthy Muskegon at muske...

    25 min

  2. 02/11/2023

    This is Y: Diabetes Prevention and the Muskegon YMCA

    In this episode of the "This is Y" podcast, we talk about all things diabetes prevention. Host and Muskegon YMCA CEO Gabe Gerlach talks with Ashley Brage, program director of the Diabetes Prevention Program, and Kathy, a program participant. Hear Kathy's story and learn more about the things you can do to delay or prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. Ashley speaks to the Diabetes Prevention Program at the Muskegon YMCA, which is a main provider of the program across the state of Michigan. Le...

    29 min

  3. 02/10/2023

    This is Y: What It Means To Belong and Camp Pendalouan

    In this episode of the "This is Y" podcast, Muskegon YMCA CEO and host Gabe Gerlach talks with Sam Nedeau and his daughters, Darcy and Corinne, who all have a long history at YMCA Camp Pendaloun. The group answers the question, "What does it mean to belong?" and they discuss the impact of Camp Pendalouan and other Muskegon YMCA programs on helping Muskegon's neighbors find "a place to let your guard down."

    33 min

  4. 01/09/2023

    This is Y: Community Leadership in Muskegon

    In this episode, Muskegon YMCA CEO and host Gabrielle Gerlach is joined by Rachel Gorman, Director of Development for Pioneer Resources, and Michael Ramsey, a part of the Health and Wellness Initiatives of Trinity Health Muskegon. Both also serve on the Muskegon County Commission. Listen to their conversation about leadership in Muskegon, why community partnerships matter, and how you can become involved. Learn more about the Muskegon YMCA at muskegonymca.org

    21 min

  5. 01/08/2023

    This is Y: Water Safety In and Around Muskegon’s Water

    Join our host and CEO, Gabe Gerlach, as she talks with Holly Alway, Injury Prevention Coordinator at Trinity Health Muskegon and Chair of the Muskegon Water Safety Task Force, and Andi Switzer, Aquatic Director for Muskegon YMCA and member of the Muskegon Water Safety Task Force. Learn more about the Water Safety Task Force and why water safety, especially on Lake Michigan, is so vital all year round. Hear about the Safety Around Water program available through the Muskegon YMCA. Visit muskeg...

    23 min

  6. 03/07/2023

    This is Y: Building a Healthier Muskegon With Preventative Healthcare

    In this episode of the This is Y Podcast, YMCA CEO and host Gabe Gerlach discusses preventative healthcare with Dr. Marisha Agana, Pediatrician and Chief Medical Officer at Muskegon Family Care; Tracy McDaniel, President and CEO of Muskegon Family Care; and Kelli Delong, Associate Executive Director of Muskegon YMCA. Learn more about the partnership between Muskegon YMCA and Muskegon Family Care and the programs offered by both organizations to build a healthier Muskegon, and hear succe...

    24 min

  7. 31/05/2023

    This is Y: Celebrating the 100-Year History of Camp Pendalouan

    YMCA Camp Pendalouan on the shores of Big Blue Lake offers a quiet, rustic setting and unparalleled service for groups from throughout Michigan and the Great Lakes region. In this episode, Muskegon YMCA CEO and host Gabe Gerlach chats with Madeline Lombardo, the Executive Director of YMCA Camp Pendalouan, and Jim 'Red' Heeres, the former Waterfront Director from 1957-1964. Together, the team celebrates the history of Camp Pendalouan, sharing stories of some of their most memorable camp...

    27 min

  8. 02/05/2023

    This is Y: Livestrong with the YMCA Supports Muskegon Cancer Survivors

    The Livestrong with YMCA program helps cancer survivors through exercise classes focusing on their health, not the disease. In this episode, Muskegon YMCA CEO and host Gabe Gerlach sits down with Livestrong coach, Courtney, and program participant, Louann, to talk about how classes through Livestrong with the YMCA are helping those in our community who have survived cancer to get physically stronger and build strong relationships. Listen to Louann’s story of survival and hear about the...

    16 min
  9. This is Y: Community Partnerships Build a Healthy Muskegon

    01/05/2023

    This is Y: Community Partnerships Build a Healthy Muskegon

    The Muskegon YMCA is dedicated to strengthening our community by creating strong partnerships with individuals, families, and other organizations that share our mission to build a healthy Muskegon. Join Muskegon YMCA CEO and host Gabe Gerlach as she talks with former YMCA CEO Bruce Spoelman and Revel partner Jason Piasecki about the benefit of community partnerships for everyone involved, from providing access to resources to creating avenues for collaboration and fostering a sense of...

    16 min
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À propos

For over 100 years, The Muskegon YMCA has been strengthening, connecting, and empowering the Muskegon community.  Through programs that promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, we’ve been fulfilling our mission statement to build healthy spirits, minds, and bodies for all ages.  This is Y. Through conversations with community leaders, the This is Y Podcast centers conversations on healthy living and wellness in Muskegon County.  If you’re interested in connecting with us to learn more about the Muskegon YMCA and how we serve our community, visit our website at muskegonymca.org.

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    Muskegon YMCA
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