On the Banks

In the season 6 finale episode, actor and comedian Rob Riggle (Kansas 1992), best known for his roles in "The Daily Show," “The Hangover" and “Step Brothers,” discusses his new motivational memoir “Grit, Spit, & Never Quit: A Marine’s Guide to Comedy & Life.” Rob also talks about his 20+ year career in the U.S. Marines and being a brother from the Pi Deuteron Chapter. The episode is hosted by Doug Draper (Kansas 1992), Rob's pledge brother and friend.

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In this episode, Mitch Daniel (Purdue Faculty, Allegheny Affiliate), the former President of Purdue University (2013-22), discusses the state of higher education today, challenges men face in college, trends in Greek life and advice for incoming students. Mitch is also the former Governor of Indiana (2005-13) and the son of Fiji sire, Mitchell E. Daniels, Sr. (Allegheny 1944). 

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Have you ever wondered how Phi Gamma Delta’s values could prepare someone to help lead one of the most iconic video game companies in the world? In this episode, Paul Sams (California Santa Barbara 1992), former long-time Global COO of Blizzard Entertainment (known for World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, StarCraft and Hearthstone), shares his journey shaping the modern gaming industry and how that success ultimately helped him fulfill a childhood dream: becoming a minority owner of the six-time Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers.

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After the heartbreaking loss of a daughter in 2020, Jim Eckelberry (Akron 1988) and his family set out to honor Katie’s legacy of caring and kindness. To date they have helped over 2,000 kids through Katie’s Kids. Prepare to be inspired!

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In this episode, we meet Theo Avgerinos (Bucknell 2000), a business owner, film director and cinematic storyteller, who discusses his latest documentary film, “Rising Hope.”

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The recognition of Fiji Sires & Sons was established 100 years ago. To commemorate this centennial, we visit with the Ieuter family – three generations, seven Fijis, representing five chapters. The episode’s guests are Bill Ieuter (Illinois 1957), with sons, Charlie (Illinois 1983) and Billy (Iowa State 1985), and grandsons, Max (Michigan State 2012) and Rolf (Wisconsin 2014). (Other Ieuter family members who weren’t in attendance are son, Jake (Kansas 1986), and grandson, Charlie (Kansas 2017).)

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In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Maj. Gen. Bill Matz, U.S. Army (Ret.) (Gettysburg 1961), who shares his inspiring life story as a boy stricken with polio who, through persistence, overcame childhood paralysis and achieved a highly decorated 30-year career in the U.S. Army. He also discusses his new book, “My Toughest Battle: A Soldier’s Lifelong Struggle with Polio.”

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In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Cameron Haring (Miami 2004), who discusses how his entrepreneurial spirit led him back to his hometown of Mansfield, Ohio to make an impact on his community. He eventually purchased DECA Manufacturing, where he currently serves as president.

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In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Bill Kaiser (MIT 1977), who had a 30-year career in venture capital, a field he describes as “exciting, risky and really fun.” He found reward in helping entrepreneurs take advantage of opportunities created by the waves of change in technology. In addition to many interesting stories, he provides a basic knowledge of venture capital and the role it plays in the economy.

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In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Justin Carter, PhD (North Alabama 2002), who discusses how AI reshapes young men’s mental health and the impacts of treating employees’ psychological health the same as physical health and safety. Justin is a professor of management at the University of North Alabama, consultant, executive coach and one of the foremost leaders in the field of human capital management, having spent the last 20 years educating students and business leaders around the world.

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