The 2023 Community Rec Leadership Summit brought together leaders from across the community recreation industry to discuss a series of pressing topics through roundtable discussions. In this virtual discussion, sponsored by BellXcel, attendees from the Leadership Summit highlight the big ideas and top takeaways discussed during the event.

Panelists include:
-Sabrina Smeltz, CEO, Wakeman Boys & Girls Club
-Anthony Walters, President & CEO, YMCA of South Hampton Roads
-Mike Brown, President & CEO, YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth
-Jak Teel, Director, Cottonwood Parks & Recreation
-Gary Bernstein, CEO, Jewish Community Alliance of Northeastern Pennsylvania

Community Voices Roundtable – Big Ideas from the Leadership Summit

Time for a Thursday edition of Glenn Clark Radio, lots to do on the program as we get you set for the weekend, we will talk or Raven-Steelers, we’ll make our pics for the weekend as we talk a little College Football Playoff and lots more. That’s how we get things started right at the top as our buddy Ken Zalis joins us as he always does on Thursdays when we make our picks for the four CFP games, Raven-Steelers and all the other marquee NFL matchups. At 10:50am, we will catch up with Head Coach of the NC State football team Dave Doeren before the Wolfpack heads to Maryland to take on East Carolina in the Military Bowl in Annapolis on December 28. At 11:15 AM, we’ll talk more college football playoffs but at the Division-III level when we check in with John Hopkins QB James Rinello before the Blue Jays massive National Semifinal against Mount Union on Saturday afternoon. And then at 11:45am, we will chat with Jim O’Heir–a.k.a. Jerry Gergich, or Terry? Or Larry?–from Parks and Rec who has a new book out now, ‘Welcome to Pawnee’.

Glenn Clark Radio December 19, 2024 (Jim O'Heir, Dave Doeren, James Rinello, Ken Zalis)

The great Jim O'Heir--a.k.a Jerry Gergich... or Larry? or Terry?--from Parks and Rec took some time to stop by GCR on Thursday to tell us all about his new book, "Welcome to Pawnee", filled behind-the-scenes stories from the set of the amazing TV show, and Jim shares a few with Glenn, how he landed the role, and many more!

Jim O'Heir (December 19, 2024)

Join us today as we catch up on all the culture that pops, including: Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees (IDW comic series), The Guyver (1991) / Guyver 2 (1994), The After Party - Season 2 (AppleTV+), My Old Ass (2024), ____ & __________, girl scout cookies, and so much more!

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In this special Earth Day episode of the Big Blend Radio, we’re joined by Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation, to dive into the growing lifestyle trend of “backyarding” – the shift of indoor activities like dining, working, exercising, and entertaining to our outdoor spaces.

Kris shares how this powerful movement is encouraging communities across the country to invest in urban parks, public green spaces, and sustainable outdoor living areas. With over 15 years of advocacy, the TurfMutt Foundation continues to champion the health, environmental, and social benefits of getting outside and caring for our green spaces.

🎧 In this episode:
* Discover what “backyarding” means and why it matters
* Learn the Top 5 Reasons communities should invest in green spaces for well-being and resilience
* Explore how public parks and urban landscapes are becoming the new “backyards” for people everywhere

🌱 Listen now and join the movement to get outside, get active, and green your community!

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🌎 In celebration of Earth Day, this episode is featured on Big Blend Radio's "Parks & Travel," "Nature Connection," "Quality of Life," and "Big Daily Blend" Podcast Channels. Explore Big Blend Radio's full network of podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/bigblendradionetwork


Why Communities Need Green Spaces

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