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 year. 

Now he’s the CEO of Kelly Benefits, a coach, speaker, and author!

Frank shares how his faith shaped his life and guides his work and family. And we want to be honorary members of that family! He and all the Kellys are incredible!

We are excited for you to hear his inspiring story--and wait until you find out about all the unbelievable lacrosse players! It's actually insane.

Find everything Kelly here:

https://kellybenefits.com

https://www.frankkellyiii.com

Books:
The Creator's Game
Look and See

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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 MathGPT to make math more accessible and less intimidating, empowering students everywhere to truly understand the subject. Their website has quickly become the go-to resource for mastering complex math concepts.

Yanni and Nour share their Cornell experience so far, what they are doing for the next year, and their vision for the future of math education.

Get ready to be impressed, and also oddly excited about math!

Connect with Yanni and Nour: 
Website: https://math-gpt.org/MathGPT 
Social Media: TikTok: nour.mathgpt

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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 returning guest, tells us about his life from the Cornell classrooms to the labs of NIST. Hear about his groundbreaking work in fiber science, the surprising applications of his research, and how he’s using his expertise to shape the future of materials and technology. Most importantly, he is going to Orange Theory and you probably know we are obsessed with that place.

This double episode is packed with celebration and inspiration!


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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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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 make us ask, "Why didn’t I think of that?" (And yes, we pitched her a few trending ideas that we did  think of —tune in to hear her take!)

With an impressive background in advertising for brands you know and love (hello, Snickers and Kool Aid), Robyn knows how to keep companies ahead of the curve. She's got an amazing name for each of her services and she is getting inspiration in a way most others are not. We were riveted.

Almost forgot to mention: she didn’t graduate with a degree in communications from CALS. Not close. Curious?

Here's where you can find her:

https://www.jumpropeinnovation.com

LinkedIn: Robyn Carter

Instagram: jumpropeinnovation

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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 by embracing the excitement and opportunity of an empty nest (even if we all also miss our kids just a little bit).

From her unforgettable Cornell days and lifelong friendships to a successful career in the magazine industry, launching her business Change, and even becoming a TikTok sensation, Donna’s story is a masterclass in reinvention. She dives into her top tips for thriving in this exciting new chapter and even gives advice tailored to our own (crazy) experiences. By the end, you’ll want to be her best friend—we do!

Here's where you can find her:
Website: https://emptyquester.com/
TikTok @emtpyquester
Amazing TED talk! https://www.ted.com/talks/donna_korren_the_newest_workforce_disruptors_are_over_50?subtitle=en
Instagram: emptyquester

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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 learning experiences. Wait until you hear what inspired her—or rather, who.

We discuss her passion for inclusive and personalized education in the 2020s and have some fun with a retro quiz we created on how math and reading were taught in the 1970s.

You'll love this inspiring conversation about innovation, technology, and transforming education!

Find her site here: https://ai-learners.com/company

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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 as far as we're concerned).

For generations, the Petrillose family has been at the heart of Cornell’s college town culture, running Johnny’s Hot Truck and Johnny’s Big Red Grill, two beloved hangouts for students and alumni. 

Anthony also shares stories about his grandpa’s and dad’s barber shop, a treasured fixture in Cornell’s college town and a real "who's who" among its clients.

The Petrillose family has been a part of Cornell life for decades. This episode offers a nostalgic look at the family behind some of the favorite memories and traditions that created an unmatched sense of community, shaping the Cornell experience for thousands of students.

Anthony shares these stories with charisma, humor, and incredible humility. We feel so lucky to have met and spent time with him—you’ll love him too!

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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 concrete boat, her passion for technology and data analytics, and the challenges she faces as a student during significant global events. 

Rebekah manages her responsibilities like an all-star and thrives at Cornell!

We loved meeting her!


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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 shares his experiences as a student journalist, where he honed his writing skills and developed a great sense for storytelling and attention to detail that shaped his career.

AND!
Have you heard of Quill and Dagger? Prospect of Whitby? Peter gives a little behind the scenes on some intriguing activities from his time in these two exclusive Cornell secret societies. 

And of course, since he's a journalist, we got his opinion on our ideas of breaking news at Cornell. Don't wanna brag, but he said some of out story ideas were front page worthy...

He was a great guest and we can't wait for you to listen. And then check him out in The New York Times.

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