In this episode, Alejandro Pino, YPN Executive Director, chats with Meridith Myers, YPN Director of Programs, about her life, education, the importance of YPN programming, and her Why.

"My Why" A YPN Podcast: EP 5: Meridith Myers

In this episode Alejandro Pino, YPN Executive Director, talks with Kim Hanna, YPN Director of Advancement about a variety of experiences that led her to YPN, her excitement for fundraising and sharing YPN's mission and more!

"My Why" A YPN Podcast: EP 6: Kim Hanna

YPN Board Chair Kim Garrett chats with YPN Executive Director Alejandro Pino in episode 7 of YPN's podcast "My Why". Kim, a partner at Slingshot25, is passionate about the work of YPN and a champion of our organization and the families we serve. We know you'll feel inspired after listening to their conversation about YPN's impact and her advocacy for youth, families, and education!

"My Why" A YPN Podcast: EP 7: Kim Garrett

Welcome to "My Why" A YPN Podcast. In this episode, Alejandro Pino, YPN Executive Director, talks to Nicole Humpal, YPN Program Specialist. Nicole works hands on with our families and program staff and shares her insights with listeners, and passion to impact those around her in positive ways.

"My Why" A YPN Podcast: EP 8: Nicole Humpal

Welcome to "My Why" A YPN Podcast. In this episode, Alejandro Pino, YPN Executive Director, talks with Robb Loftsgard, YPN Board Member, who has been behind so many initiatives to support our mission during his time on our board. Robb shares his own parenting journey, how connecting with YPN has impacted him, and so much more.

"My Why" A YPN Podcast: Ep 9: Robb Loftsgard

Welcome to "My Why" A YPN Podcast. In this episode, Alejandro Pino, YPN Executive Director, speaks with a very special guest, Minouche Bandubuila. Minouche has been a past participant, translator, YPN African Program Specialist, and still dedicates her time to YPN families during our group nights.  We hope that you enjoy this conversation as she shares bits of her parenting journey, how YPN has impacted her, and how she strives to serve others.

"My Why" A YPN Podcast: Ep 10: Minouche Bandubuila

Welcome to "My Why" A YPN Podcast. In this episode, Alejandro Pino, YPN Executive Director, speaks with a very special volunteer, Mike Glavan. Mike has been instrumental in the success of our growing group nights over the past 7 years. He has dedicated his time to our families and happily helps us in so many roles, from set up & tear down, serving meals, holding babies, and facilitating our dads programming.

We hope that you enjoy this conversation as he shares bits of his own family and parenting journey, how YPN has impacts him, and how he strives to serve others.

"My Why" A YPN Podcast: Ep 11: Mike Glavan

Welcome to "My Why": A YPN Podcast. In this episode, Alejandro Pino, YPN Executive Director, speaks with Taylor Mather. Taylor has been an integral part of the YPN family, joining us as a Parent Educator and now as Program Supervisor. She puts her heart into connecting with all of our families and supporting her team. Learn more about Taylor, her cat Ivy, and how YPN impacts her. 

You can listen to this episode and all of our past episodes here: https://www.ypniowa.org/podcast/

"My Why" A YPN Podcast: Ep 12: Taylor Mather

Welcome to "My Why" A YPN Podcast. In this
episode, Alejandro Pino, YPN Executive Director,
speaks with longtime YPN volunteer, former Dad's Group
Facilitator and board member Jim Brown. Jim
shares a bit about his parenting journey, as well as
stories of a few of the many families who have
impacted him through his work with them. Jim is truly
the epitome of a YPN Ambassador, and we are lucky to
have his support.

"My Why" A YPN Podcast. Ep. 13: Jim Brown

Welcome to "My Why," a YPN Podcast. In this episode, Alejandro Pino, YPN Executive Director, speaks with board member and newly named Board Chair Alison Kaster with UFG. Alison has seen YPN grow in the eight years she has served on the board. From being a mom to serving in the community, Alison highlights the need and value of the work YPN is doing to strengthen families.

"My Why" A YPN Podcast: Ep 12: Taylor Mather

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