Cornell (thank) U
Take a trip down memory lane with other Cornellians. Weekly conversations with Michelle and Stephanie will introduce you to past and present Cornellians to hear where they are now and why they are most thankful to Cornell. (Not affiliated with or sponsored by Cornell University)
Episodes
169 episodes
Holly Zax Shuter: How You Can Help in LA
In this powerful episode, we reconnect with Holly Zax Shuter, a beloved sorority sister from Los Angeles. Holly shares stories of resilience during the recent California wildfires, detailing the challenges of evacuation, the genero...
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Season 4
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Episode 168
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25:51
Tara Blitzer Benson: Building a Big Red Legacy (sorry, Duke)
Tara "Blitzy" Blitzer Benson ’93 brings her signature humor, sharp insights, and favorite Cornell memories to the podcast! From her days as an enthusiastic social chair to her impressive career as Vice President and General Counsel at Proscia, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 167
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25:56
The Write Stuff: How ESPN's Jeremy Schaap Turned a Cornell Passion into Unrivaled Sports Reporting Greatness
You’ll love this conversation with the legendary Jeremy Schaap, Cornell alum and Emmy-winning ESPN sports journalist. From his roots at the Cornell Daily Sun—where he spent more time than anywhere else on campus—to his 30+ years at ESPN, Jeremy...
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Season 4
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Episode 166
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52:02
Stephen Paletta: Lacrosse, Philanthropy, and Oprah?
From pioneering patented construction technologies that transformed NYC’s infrastructure, to working underground for over a decade (and surviving to share with us what’s really down there!), Stephen Paletta '87 has built a career and a li...
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Season 4
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Episode 165
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51:06
Beth & Dan Duffy’s Christmas Tree of Kindness
This was the perfect conversation to have just days before Christmas.We spoke with Beth and Dan Duffy, whose love story began on campus in 1978. Dan, a member of the Cornell hockey team, and Beth, known for her warmth and wide circle of...
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Season 4
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Episode 164
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31:49
Hitting It Out of the Park: Randye Ringer’s Inspiring Journey in Sports and Beyond
This week we’re thrilled to celebrate the incredible Randye Ringer, who was recently introduced to us by Peter Kaplan (thank you, Peter!) and she was just inducted into her high school’s Hall of Fame! Why, you ask?Randye’s career has be...
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Season 4
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Episode 163
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29:13
Georgia Kelly: Grit, Goals, and Global Roots
Meet Georgia Kelly, a fierce defender on Cornell’s field hockey team with ties to both England and Ireland. Georgia shares her inspiring journey of overcoming injuries, adjusting to life at Cornell, and making an impact on and off the field. Kn...
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Season 4
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Episode 162
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33:56
Frank Kelly III: Sports, Startup, and Spiritual Awakening
Frank Kelly III’s journey is one of resilience, faith, and family. As a standout athlete at Cornell, he captained the lacrosse team, played football, and overcame injuries-- and most of all, he had a profound spiritual awakening his sophomore y...
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Season 4
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Episode 161
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38:18
MathGPT: How Nour Gajial and Yanni Kouloumbis are Changing Math Forever
Welcome to season 4 of the Cornell (thank) U Podcast!Meet Yanni and Nour, two extraordinary 20-year-old Cornell students who are revolutionizing the way we learn math with their groundbreaking platform, MathGPT. They started Mat...
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Season 4
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Episode 160
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33:45
Three Cheers and Fiber Careers! DOUBLE EPISODE!
Join us as we look back on three incredible years of Cornell (thank) U with highlights from our anniversary party, guest shout-outs, and a thank you to our amazing community.AND!Ryan Greene, Cornell fiber science grad and returni...
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Season 3
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Episode 159
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16:07
A Ride on the Yay Boo Yay Rollercoaster
Our 3-year celebration came with an unexpected twist—just the kind of story we love to tell. Thank you for being here every week for 3 years. We appreciate every single one of you, guest and listener--often that's one and the same!...
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Season 3
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Episode 158
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8:39
Ahead of the Curve: Robyn Carter’s Secrets to Brilliant Innovation
Here's your exclusive peek into the mind of a true innovator!Get ready for insights and laughs as we chat with Robyn Carter, CEO of Jump Rope Innovation! Since 2005, Robyn’s been turning consumer trends into product ideas that ma...
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Season 3
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Episode 157
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37:31
"Empty Quester" Magic: Donna Korren on Turning the Empty Nest into a New Adventure
Get ready for the Empty Quester revolution as Donna Korren shares her inspiring take on life after kids in this uplifting episode! Donna, founder of the Empty Quester community, is on a mission to help women redefine their next years b...
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Season 3
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Episode 156
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39:31
Adele Smolansky: Transforming Education Through AI
Meet Adele Smolansky, a charismatic and brilliant Cornell Engineering graduate with a master’s from Stanford. Yup.Adele has already made waves by creating AI Learners, a cutting-edge platform that helps kids of all abilities tailor their...
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Season 3
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Episode 155
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40:23
Hot Truck, Haircuts, and Heritage: Anthony Petrillose and the Ithaca Petrillose Legacy
BURST ALERT!We are bursting with this week's guest!A very fortunate introduction at Orange Theory led us to Anthony Petrillose, whose family legacy is intertwined with some of the most iconic spots in Cornell’s history (at least...
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Season 3
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Episode 154
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25:34
Dyson, RA and Concrete Play: Rebekah Goldstein!
Meet Rebekah Goldstein, a remarkable student from the Dyson School. As a dedicated RA and TA, Rebekah expertly balances her academic pursuits with a demanding work week. She shares her journey of transferring schools, building a competitive con...
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Season 3
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Episode 153
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25:49
Peter Coy, New York Times Writer!!
We loved our time with Peter! He is brilliant and a lot of fun.In this episode, we talk about his career that started at the Cornell Daily Sun and catapulted him to esteemed opinion writer for The New York Times. Peter shar...
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Season 3
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Episode 152
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40:46
Where Are They Now? Brendan Kempff From Collegetown Scene to Consulting Dream!
You asked, he answered.Brendan Kempff is back to tell us how he’s transitioned to a career in consulting, thriving in the heart of San Francisco. We reminisce a bit about his campus reporting days as a Cornell Sun writer, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 151
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12:38
Gwen Whiting! She's back with us and back in the laundry room!
Clean house and clean slate, Gwen is back with exciting news.Her passion for healthy living shines through as she discusses her innovative new line of eco-friendly, wildly affective, aromatherapy-filled cleaning products. Ever since rec...
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Season 2
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Episode 150
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41:06
Where Are They Now: Jemma Hendricks and Kayla Singer, Growth and Gratitude
In this episode of Where Are They Now, we reconnect with two inspiring Cornellians: Jemma Hendricks, a first-semester freshman, and Kayla Singer, a first-semester senior.Both returning guests share updates on their lives since w...
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Season 2
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Episode 149
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26:46
Osei Boateng: Community Hero, CNN Hero and Our Hero!
Meet Osei Boateng, A CNN Hero and Cornell Human Ecology Young Alumni Achievement Award winner. Osei is the founder of the OKB Foundation which provides critical clinical care and accessibility in Ghana.Osei’s passion for community and s...
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Season 2
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Episode 148
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27:32
From Office Desks to Film Sets: Derek Ting & Joyce Yung’s Journey into Action Films
Meet Derek Ting and Joyce Yung. Derek, a writer and martial arts enthusiast, and Joyce, a renowned photographer, teamed up to create films that pack a punch—literally. If you like action movies, you will like their latest movie Agen...
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Season 2
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Episode 147
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32:02
Jackie Garrido: Unlocking Your Best Work Life
Jackie Garrido is a Cornell ILR graduate and seasoned Talent Development Leader with over 25 years of experience. She shares her journey in transforming workplaces into environments where people not only excel but also love what they do.
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Season 2
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Episode 146
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29:10
TikTok-Famous Chef Matthew Merril!!
We were thrilled to talk to Matthew, a rising junior and a rising star in the culinary world. Matthew has captivated the hearts, appetites and inner chef of millions with his vibrant, humorous, and approachable cooking style,...
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Season 2
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Episode 145
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37:42
Melissa Benhaim: PR Powerhouse!
Melissa made a significant impact on Cornell campus life by organizing the iconic Slope Day and several other on-campus events. She was a natural-born promoter and leader.Her career in hospitality PR began with a series of impressive in...
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Season 2
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Episode 144
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26:18