Dartmouth 98 Shorts

Happy 2022, fellow Dartmuthians!  Our latest episode is our trailblazer and soon-to-be bestselling author, Mary Hollendoner '98.  If you've every dreamed of just walking away from the fancy job, the suburban house, the crazy PTA...well, at this point, you're not alone.  But Mary, her husband and her then-6-year-old-daughter actually did it!  They packed up or gave away everything and lived in a van for 3+ years.  Hear about Mary's experiences in Central and South America, as well as her life-long love affair with Ledyard.  If you want to get in touch with Mary, you can visit her webpage here:  https://www.monkeysontheroad.com/.  And please, please buy her book and support a new '98 author here:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09M8YD3CQ?tag=linkfire-smarturl-20.  Give a rouse!

Welcome back, '98s!  Meet classmate Ben Hill, the Head of Human Resources, Studios, Networks and Games for WarnerMedia!  Ben talks to us about global hiring and DEI initiatives during a turbulent time, as well as some of the positive changes he's seen come out of the past couple years.  Hear how fellow '98 (and prior podcast guest) Simone Swink was able to help Ben early in his career, and how Ben roamed the halls of CNN with a Dartmouth bumper sticker on his supply cart.  Join us for some solid advice and amusing reflections from another fascinating '98!

If you'd like to get in touch with Ben, please check out his impressive LinkedIn bio here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hill-0636017b/  

Thanks and please keep those nominations coming for future podcast guests.  We love hearing from you (even if it's just to tell us what we're doing poorly as we experiment with this format).  Give a rouse!

Want to learn how to support Indigenous communities?  How about the proper pronunciation of "Long Island" at Dartmouth?  Join us as we talk with D98's own Dr. Elizabeth Sumida Huaman.  This renowned Quechua scholar focuses her efforts on respectful, creative and beautiful educational design as critical intervention.  She’s been published in more journals and books than we could count, and she’s presented at conferences from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Hokkaido University in Sapporo, Japan.  Currently, Dr. Huaman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy and Development at the University of Minnesota, College of Education and Human Development.  If you'd like to learn more about Dr. Huaman's work or just say hi, you can find her here:  https://www.sumidahuaman.com/ or here: https://www.cehd.umn.edu/olpd/people/eshuaman/.  

And a reminder that we're always on the lookout for new guests, so please give a shout if you're interested in appearing on the podcast or if you want to nominate another '98.  Reunion is coming in 20 months; these podcasts will give you fodder for discussion on the Green!

Want to meet the mind behind your kids' (or maybe your) favorite TV shows?!  We're sticking with our Hollywood theme and bringing you our second '98 Emmy nominee, Randi Barnes.  Randi's been writing and producing children's television for the likes of Disney, Netflix and many others for over two decades.  Hear how Randi finds inspiration at Dartmouth and why she thinks Hanover has been a breeding ground for A-List talent.  And please check out Randi's incredibly impressive IMDb page here:  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1147756/.  

Let us know if you have any nominees for future guests on the podcast.  Give a rouse!

Welcome back, 98's!  Today we're talking to our very own Emmy nominee and Executive Producer of Good Morning America, Simone Swink '98, about her start in the TV business, getting recognized by George Stephanopoulos and craving those amazing EBA's breadsticks.  Meet the woman that's worked on the Oscars, Martha and ABC News specials, to name a few. This was a wonderful and poignant discussion of life, loss and triumph, and we're glad you're joining us.  

We also encourage you to check out Simone's IMDb page and see all of her amazing accomplishments:  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2920911/  

If you've got any suggestions for future '98 guests (or if you want to be interviewed - no judgment, that's awesome), please give us a shout!    

Matt Wakeman is analyzing your data!  Learn how a data scientist was born without living in Dartmouth statistics courses for years, as well as how data analysis is getting essential food, health and housing benefits to vulnerable populations.  Matt also tells us about taking a year off, learning a 4th language and exploring Central and South America with his wife.  

If you'd like to learn more about Matt's work and get in touch, check out his LinkedIn page here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewwakeman/.  

What do Black Lives Matter, Barbie, Audi and California's COVID vaccine rollout have in common?  Latia Curry '98!  If you think you had a tough year, wait until you hear how Latia's been balancing making the world more equitable and raising a 3-year-old from lockdown.  Join us for a conversation about empathy, behavioral economics and the Green on a walk back from "the library" late night.  

If you'd like to catch up with Latia and see all of the amazing things she's been doing at RALLY, here's your link:  https://wearerally.com/.  

Who knew our class had its own famous yogi?!  This episode, we're bringing you Brent Laffoon, a former Hollywood screenwriter and Peace Corps volunteer that pivoted to yoga about a decade ago.  Since then, he's traveled the world learning and teaching.  Listen in to his fascinating origin story, as well as his affinity for the Murphy's Tavern black-and-bleu burgers!  If you'd like to reach out to Brent, you can find him here: http://brentlaffoon.com/swx3uk4izii1yuwjhuqyupn93n9f9z or on Instagram @brentsana.  Enjoy!

-Rog & Kelly

Meet the guy that's been creating the digital marketing industry for over 15 years - Charlie Fiordalis!  Hear about how companies and brands shape your desire from the man who helped launch Hulu and digital at some of your favorite TV networks.  Sit back, relax and let the dulcet tones of our very own (m)ad man bring you back to Dartmouth in the '90s and meeting that special someone.  Cheers, '98s.  

If you'd like to get in touch with Charlie, you can contact him here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/cfiordalis/ 

And, if you'd like to see Charlie predict the future of "mobile" c. 4 years ago, watch it here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SN92wQ6YnlQ

Dartmouth '98s, gather round!  We've got Danielle Jensen (nee Flanders), a high school math teacher for 2 decades, to help you through virtual school and keeping yourself (and your kids) sane.  Danielle also reminisces about those glorious first warm days in Hanover after a long winter and reminds us all to do more listening.  Danielle misses her Dartmouth friends, so here's her LinkedIn page if you want to reach out:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-jensen-b66b842a/.