COSJ Alumni Podcast

Reese Merritt '25 is a broadcast associate for MLB Network & NHL Network. Please note, the conversation with Reese was recorded over the summer in July 2026.

Matthew Tuthill '03 is Vice President of Content & Communications for Chef Robert Irvine. Please note, the conversation with Matt was recorded over the summer in July 2026.

Samantha Paul '25 is a social content intern with the WNBA's Atlanta Dream. Please note, the conversation with Sam was recorded at the end of April 2026.

Julian McKinley '10 is the Co-Executive Director of the Democracy at Work Institute. Please note, the episode was recorded on April 13, 2026 in the WSCB/Birthplace Studios podcast studios. Julian was on Springfield's campus as the Spring 2026 Communications/Public Relations Speaker.

Kris Rhim '21 is a beat reporter for ESPN covering the NFL's Los Angeles Chargers. Please note, the conversation with Kris was recorded in March 2026.

Ben Rivera '19 is the Radio Producer for the NBA's Miami Heat. Please note, the conversation with Ben was recorded in February 2026.

Alberto Martinez '25 is a host of "Mundo Patriota," the official Spanish language podcast of the NFL's New England Patriots. Please note, the conversation with Alberto was recorded in February 2026.

Nick Carboni '08 is Sports Director at WCNC-TV in Charlotte, NC. Please note, the conversation with Nick was recorded in January 2026.

Sam Dostaler '13 is the Director of Communications and Corporate Partnerships for the Connecticut State Golf Association (CSGA). Please note, the conversation with Sam was recorded in January 2026.

Irene Rotondo '22 is a public safety reporter for Mass Live based out of Boston, MA. Please note, the conversation with Irene was recorded in January 2026.