We Are Chattin'

Penn State Brandywine

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We Are Chattin’ is the official Penn State Brandywine podcast where hosts Ava Clements and Natalie DiMario sit down with students, faculty, staff and alumni to share their stories, experiences and passions both on campus and beyond. Tune in each episode for real conversations that celebrate the Brandywine community and all the ways we say “We Are!”

1D AGO

We Are Chattin' with Kenneth Murphy - Chattin' for Change

In this episode of We Are Chattin’, Ava and Natalie sit down with Kenneth Murphy, Penn State Brandywine alum and leader of the Center for Social Impact. Kenneth shares how the Center partners with local organizations, empowers students to engage with their communities and turns service into meaningful, long-term change.

23 min
FEB 4

We Are Chattin' with Meaghan Daly - Chattin' Style, Startups and Success

In this episode of We Are Chattin', Ava and Natalie sit down with Meaghan Daly, a Brandywine alumna and fashion entrepreneur. From discovering her creative passion as a student to launching her own fashion brand and showcasing designs at New York and London Fashion Week, Meaghan shares the real highs, lows and lessons of building a business from the ground up.

20 min
JAN 28

We Are Chattin' with Dr. Marilyn Wells - Chattin' with the Chancellor!

In this episode of We Are Chattin’, Ava and Natalie chat with Dr. Marilyn Wells, Regional Chancellor for Penn State Brandywine, Mont Alto and York. Dr. Wells reflects on her journey into higher education leadership, the mentors who inspired her and her people-centered approach to leading through change. She also shares her vision for campus growth, student success and community connection.

23 min
JAN 21

We Are Chattin' with Michael Yatauro - Chattin' Math and Heavy Metal

In this episode of We Are Chattin’, Ava and Natalie sit down with Michael Yatauro, associate professor of mathematics at Penn State Brandywine, whose passions extend far beyond the classroom. Known to students as Dr. Yatauro, he shares his journey into teaching, his passion for heavy metal music and how he connects drumming and math with a member of the Penn State Blue Band!

29 min
JAN 14

We Are Chattin' with Joey Cairy - Chattin' Goals and Going Viral

In this episode of We Are Chattin', Ava and Natalie sit down with Joey Cairy, a Penn State Brandywine alumnus who turned a love for sports, creativity and taking chances into a full-time career in content creation. From winning national championships on the soccer field to building a massive online following as part of The Highland Bros - a viral social media group known for playing games - Joey shares how saying "why not?" led to unexpected success, the realities of life behind the algorithm and more.

22 min
12/17/2025

We Are Chattin' with Angela Putman - Chattin' High Notes and Higher Education

In this episode of We Are Chattin’, Ava and Natalie are chattin' with Angela Putman, associate professor of communication arts and sciences at Penn State Brandywine. Known to students as Dr. P, this energetic, opera-singing, board-game-loving professor has shaped the minds (and confidence) of countless Penn State Brandywine students. Dr. P opens up about her journey from Michigan to Texas to Brandywine, the leap that changed her life and the teaching moments that remind her why she loves what she does.

28 min
12/10/2025

We Are Chattin' with Bobbi Caprice - Chattin' with the MVP (Most Valuable Penn Stater)

In this episode of We Are Chattin’, Ava and Natalie sit down with the true MVP of Penn State Brandywine — Director of Athletics and proud Brandywine alumna, Bobbi Caprice. From her days as a student to her leadership of the campus’s athletics program, guiding Brandywine to NCAA Division III, Bobbi shares the experiences, lessons and full-circle moments that have shaped her journey.

27 min
11/26/2025

We Are Chattin' with Drew Anderson - Chattin' Up A Storm!

In this episode of We Are Chattin', Ava and Natalie sit down with Drew Anderson, a part-time instructor of meteorology and Earth science at Penn State Brandywine and a meteorologist at FOX 29! Drew shares the story behind his passion for weather, what inspired him to step into the classroom, and how forecasting on TV and teaching on campus end up being more alike than you might think.

25 min
11/12/2025

We Are Chattin' with Amanda Paez

In the first episode of We Are Chattin’, Ava and Natalie sit down with Amanda Paez, a fourth-year business major focusing on accounting. Amanda shares her journey as a Navy veteran, mom, and business owner, and how she balances it all while pursuing her degree at Penn State Brandywine.

24 min

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We Are Chattin’ is the official Penn State Brandywine podcast where hosts Ava Clements and Natalie DiMario sit down with students, faculty, staff and alumni to share their stories, experiences and passions both on campus and beyond. Tune in each episode for real conversations that celebrate the Brandywine community and all the ways we say “We Are!”

Creator

Penn State Brandywine
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

9
Rating

Clean
Copyright

© Penn State Brandywine 2025
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We Are Chattin'