Despite Impossible

Today’s guest Jason Gittinger. Jason is a drummer, musician, a community builder, and someone who loves the color orange. Jason is also the Founder and Executive Producer of The Detroit School of Rock and Pop Music, one of Metro Detroit’s most respected and cherished live music performance schools, helping thousands of students and families gain confidence sharing their music even more broadly. He also has bold dreams about how community can come to life. This is Jason’s story.

Get ready to learn from a true trailblazer in the credit union space! This week on Third Fork, Tansley Stearns chats with Lauren Culp, Executive Director of the National Credit Union Foundation, who brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. Having led impactful initiatives throughout her career, Lauren shares her secrets for making a swift and lasting impression in new roles, building a reputation as a respected leader, and navigating complex office dynamics. Plus, she reveals the value of being a "respected pest": persistently pursuing goals while earning the trust and support of others. Tune in...

Hustle & Grind: Running with our Members as a Financial Best Friend

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Today’s guest is Amy Peterson. Amy is a fireball. Amy’s energy leads to getting shit done consistently. She is a surfer, a good friend, and a serial entrepreneur building new enterprises in surprising ways. Amy is also the Co-Founder and CEO of women-owned social enterprise Rebel Nell, with a dedication to providing employment, equitable opportunity, and wraparound support for women. This is Amy’s story.

Tune in to this week's episode of Third Fork as Tansley Stearns and Ryan Brown tackle a crucial yet often stigmatized topic: managing anxiety in the workplace. Rather than aiming for complete elimination, they propose a refreshing approach: embracing a balanced relationship with anxiety to optimize productivity and overall well-being. By sharing their own stories and expert insights, Ryan and Tansley show listeners how to recognize the signs of healthy vs unhealthy anxiety levels and develop personalized strategies for achieving equilibrium.

The Power of a Tater Tot Casserole: Credit Unions’ Potential in Dark Moments

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Today's guest is Scott Berman. Scott is thoughtful, insightful, and not afraid of confronting his fears. He is also driven and willing to fight that urge to charge. Scott is also the Founder of Sky Cave Retreats, the first darkness retreat center in the United States. He believes in healing through Darkness Therapy. This is Scott's story.

On this week's episode of Third Fork, Tansley Stearns reconnects with Ryan Brown to tackle one of the most critical aspects of long-term success: setting yourself up for holistic wellbeing. They dive into key decisions made early in their careers that continue to shape their lives today, covering everything from financial planning to boundary-setting and prioritizing purpose over prestige. Listen in as Ryan shares actionable takeaways for investing in your whole self, both personally and professionally.

Lessons from the Mall: Bridging Generations to Build the Future of Credit Unions

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Today’s guest is David Silver. David is a New York transplant, a competitive horse rider, and exemplifies perseverance. He is also the Founder and Executive Director at Detroit Horse Power, with a vision to give under-resourced youth a safe and enriching space that furthers their future development. Horses teach children critical traits, including empathy, responsible risk-taking, confidence, and self-control. This is David’s story.