Colonel Kenneth Juergens shares his journey from military service to community leadership, emphasizing the importance of supporting veterans and engaging with the community.  He discusses his revitalization efforts at the American Legion post, the significance of honoring veterans through community events, and his leadership philosophy focused on succession planning. 

In this episode Mike covers recent events, the Hilton Carnival, and why he started a podcast.  Feel free to share a memory of the Hilton Carnival in the description box below!

Colleen Conley, retiring P.E. teacher from Hilton High, talks about her family, growing up in Troy and her college experiences at Cortland.  She delves into motherhood and touches upon those that have changed her life, and her belief in being true to yourself.  Take a view and enjoy!

In this episode, Mike is interviewed by his children Michael and Mallory about the journey of becoming a father, the challenges of early parenting and the importance of family support.

Andy Fowler, Hilton Class of 2010, talks about his life growing up in Hilton and how it has shaped his life for teaching, fatherhood, and local politics.  He credits his belief in family, his local community, and the friendships he formed that continue to enhance his life today.  Take a listen!  

In this episode of the Big H Podcast, Mike interviews Karen Hermance, president of the Sally Edelman and Harry Gardner Cancer Research Foundation. They discuss the foundation's origins, its mission to fund cancer research, and the vital role of community support. Karen shares stories about founder George Edelman and emphasizes community engagement through fundraising events. The conversation also covers future initiatives, the impact of cancer on families, and the need for improved communication between researchers and the community.

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In this new episode, Ruth Logan Herne shares her journey from family to becoming a published author,  discussing the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way.  She reflects on the importance of perseverance in writing, the influence of her upbringing, and the role of faith in her storytelling.  Take a view!

Krisann Craney, elementary teacher at Village Elementary, talks about the jobs of teaching and the personal connections she makes with students to make learning effective and fun.  She talks about her extensive travels to foreign lands, other jobs, and outdoor activities.  Her energy is infectious! Tune in!

Enjoy this old clip of RJ discussing his addiction, fascination, and love of radio. His passion for his profession truly shines through, and it’s inspiring to see.Here's the link to the full episode:

https://youtu.be/tQ8_MLr48RU?si=L-R41qoaZAOMffFy

Mike interviews Leah Oltean, Hilton Social Studies and IB Theatre teacher.  She talks about her career, her experiences with students, and the coordination it takes to put a production together.  Paige Blonsky and Lia Turner, two theater students, also make an appearance and talk about their participation and its success in plays and musicals.