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The Editor’s Cut is a monthly podcast that explores the art of picture editing in Canada. The podcast is hosted by CCE member Sarah Taylor.
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LA Auto Show & Connected Car Expo (CCE)
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Welcome! Here you can find CCE student employees, volunteers, and neighborhood partners discussing what it's like to work with the Center for Community Engagement, what the CCE is up to lately, and how to get involved! Photo by Jonas Eriksson on Unsplash https://unsplash.com/@jonaseriksson
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Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Paul Treadwell highlights the impact that CCE has on the daily lives of New Yorkers through engaging interviews with researchers, educators, and practitioners. These wide-ranging conversations explore agriculture, food systems, nutrition, sustainable energy, youth development and more.
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At Unscripted Sales, we’re pioneering the way coaches apply ICF Core Competencies to sales calls. 🚀 Coaches often believe they’re the worst at sales, but in reality, they’re the best. 🌟 By integrating these competencies into sales training, the learning curve shrinks rapidly. Coaches start to see results in just a few group coaching calls or even during a webinar. In fact, we'd like to invite you to join our next live FREE training (our sales training now offers 16 CCE Credits). www.michelle ...
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On North Fork Works, Hazel Kahan interviews her neighbors on the north fork of the East End of New York’s Long Island. Listen to their conversations about the local environment, overdevelopment and civic activism, all focused on saving what’s left.
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Welcome to the Private Club Radio Show, the industry's weekly source for education, news, trends, and other current developments in the world of private clubs. Hosted by the talented entertainer and industry expert, Denny Corby, the podcast offers a unique perspective on the private club industry, featuring expert guests, product spotlights, predictions, and more. Whether you're involved in a golf club management, yacht clubs, athletic clubs, or business clubs, the Private Club Radio Show is ...
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Karen Elliott is the executive director of the Rafiki Foundation. Karen travels to Africa several times a year and oversees the work of the Rafiki Foundation which, through its 10 Rafiki Villages, is working toward bringing Bible study and classical Christian education to a thousand schools in Africa and beyond in the next decade. Karen believes classical Christian education should go global starting with some of the most marginalized children in the world – Africa. This podcast seeks to ans ...
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Culinary School Stories is a podcast with engaging interviews that shares the stories of people from around the world that have an association with a culinary school in some way. Every week we bring you the best stories from people around the food service world whose lives have been influenced, impacted, touched and/or enriched, for good or for bad, from their culinary school experience. And this Podcast is dedicated to telling their story! From current students and alumni to faculty and adm ...
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The Chef Educator podcast was created to be a comprehensive resource for new and "seasoned" culinary, baking & pastry, and hospitality teachers, instructors and faculty at both secondary and post-secondary educational institutions. The show addresses the many issues related to student learning and instructor effectiveness and our hope is to offer a collection of practical and effective teaching tools, tips and techniques that we can all use in our classroom and/or labs. And if this is of int ...
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Listen in as I, John Herzog, have candid, casual conversations with healthcare foodservice people from all areas of the spectrum. Foodservice directors, vendors, executive chefs, cooks, dietitians, managers, inspirational leaders, anyone in my contacts list is fair game. Who are the people in our industry? How do they see our industry changing? How did they ever get into healthcare food service to begin with? Eavesdrop on my phone calls and find out.
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460: Imposter Syndrome at the Top w/ Kent Johnson CCM, CCE, ECM
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39:07Ever feel like you are not good enough, even when you are? In this episode, GM Kent Johnson opens up about his personal experience with imposter syndrome as a leader in the private club world. We talk honestly about the voice of self-doubt that can show up even after years of success, and what it really takes to lead with vulnerability, clarity and…
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459: Managing Peers, Finding Mentors & Leading Early w/ Mikayla Luby
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29:10How do you go from college intern to banquet manager before 30 — and actually lead with confidence? In this episode of Private Club Radio, we’re joined by Mikayla Luby, a rising star in the private club industry, who shares her journey from hospitality student to full-time banquet manager at a major country club. We explore what it’s like to grow y…
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Mattituck High School seniors urge Southold to protect and conserve water
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29:30Mattituck High School seniors Zoe King and Ryan Harned spent much of the year developing a presentation to inform Southold residents what can and must be done to conserve water and protect the Town's fragile single source aquifer from depletion and salt water intrusion. They worked in collaboration with Anne Murray, NFEC's Land Use Coordinator to d…
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458: The HOA Side of Club Management w/ Joe Smith
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43:44Ever wondered what it’s like to run a private club that functions more like a municipality than a clubhouse? In this episode, GM Joe Smith takes us deep into the world of Florida HOAs where leadership isn’t just about member experience… it’s about navigating state law, statutes, and real legal accountability. You’ll hear how HOA-run clubs operate u…
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Episode 20: Bryan and Alexis McDaniel from Suburbs to Service: A Missionary Family’s Journey to Rafiki
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40:55In this episode, Karen Elliott speaks with Bryan and Alexis McDaniel about their unexpected journey to the Rafiki Village in Mzuzu, Malawi. The McDaniels share how God led them—from suburban life to missionary work with their three young children—through Bible study, prayer, and trust. Their story highlights the joy, challenges, and purpose found i…
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457: Disrupting Tradition - The Austin Club's Revolution w/ Paul Kornfeind MCM, CCE
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56:41What happens when chandeliers, mahogany bars, and 150 years of tradition collide with TikTok and influencers? That’s the story unfolding at The Austin Club under the leadership of Paul Kornfeind, MCM, CCE. In this episode of Private Club Radio, Paul explains how he’s reimagining a historic city club for Gen Z and Millennials, while still honoring i…
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456: Ultimate Comedy Night Blueprint for Packed Club Events That WOW w/ Denny Corby
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15:39Want a packed room and zero complaints after comedy night? Learn how to: Book talent your members actually love Avoid the AV pitfalls that kill energy Set expectations that save your inbox Budget for the headline act, not just the dinner Comedy night should be a club highlight, not a source of member complaints. In this episode, entertainer, club f…
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454: Today’s Top Membership Risks w/ Dan Klimek Member Vetting
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46:35Who's really trying to join your club? What secrets lie beneath that polished application and those glowing references? Dan Klimek from Kennis Member Vetting pulls back the curtain on what truly comprehensive member screening can reveal and the results might shock you. Traditional background checks barely scratch the surface. Regulated by employmen…
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Minerva Perez, Executive Director introduces OLA of Eastern Long Island
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29:30Executive Director Minerva Perez talking about the Latino-focused nonprofit advocacy OLA of Eastern Long Island: its history, growth and presence on Long Island's east end.By Hazel Kahan, WPKN
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453: Management in Motion - Reimagining Club Professional Development w/ Denny Corby
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11:01Buckle up for the most exhilarating professional development experience ever created for private club leaders! Management in Motion isn't your typical leadership seminar - it's what happens when you combine high-performance driving with transformative leadership insights at one of America's premier private racetracks. Picture yourself behind the wh…
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Catching up With 2025 Silver Plate Winner, Chef Ryan Conklin
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46:08Send us a textBy DM&A
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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice with Jay Prychidny, CCE
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46:49In this episode of THE EDITOR’S CUT, host Sarah Taylor, CCE sits down with the brilliant Jay Prychidny, CCE to talk about all things BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE. Jay takes us into the edit suite of Tim Burton’s latest film, sharing his creative process, the emotional connection he had to the story, and what it was like to collaborate with such an iconi…
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452: Management by Wandering Around: Mentorship, Member Magic, and Mistakes with Rollie Carlson
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50:11In this episode of Private Club Radio, we chat with Rollie Carlson, Managing Director of the Upper Midwest CMAA Chapter and a longtime leader in the private club industry. With a career spanning from senior-level retail marketing to general management at top clubs, Rollie brings a rare mix of operational insight, people-first leadership, and a deep…
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451: She doesn't want to be the youngest GM, she wants to be the best w/ Nicole Wasserman
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46:16Nicole Wasserman isn't your typical club professional. At an age when most are still figuring out career basics, she's already compiled a resume that reads like a hospitality industry scavenger hunt—Augusta National, the Governor's Mansion, Hershey, Roaring Gap, wedding planner, and more. Now serving as Food and Beverage Manager at Daniel Island Cl…
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450: Aging with Dignity: How Clubs Can Become Lifelines, Not Just Amenities w/ Kaitlyn Allen, CCM
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1:08:59What if your club could serve as more than just a dining and recreation venue for aging members, but become a true lifeline of purpose and connection? Clubhouse Manager Kaitlyn Allen, CCM takes us on a fascinating journey through how her background in gerontology transformed her approach to hospitality at Long Cove Club. Starting with her teenage j…
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449: The Real Estate Shift Shaking Private Clubs w/ Jason Becker
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35:39The ground is shifting beneath private golf clubs, and not everyone sees it coming. In this eye-opening conversation with Jason Becker, founder of Golf Life Navigators, we peel back the curtain on dramatic changes reshaping the private club landscape across the Sunbelt and beyond. Remember those endless waitlists and lightning-fast home sales in go…
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448: Why Every GM Needs a Strong Exit Plan And a Stronger People Plan w/ David Sweet, CCM
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50:12David Sweet’s journey from the luxury hotel world to the private club space is anything but typical—but his impact at Boca Woods shows what’s possible when a leader aligns people, purpose, and values. In this episode, David shares how Boca Woods has evolved by investing deeply in culture, communication, and brand—from the inside out. From forming a…
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Historian Amy Folk: project names all Southold Town's enslaved and enslavers
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29:29Amy Folk, Southold Town historian, talks about the North Fork Project, its goal of naming all the town’s enslaved people and what was entailed in the process of finding the enslaved as well as their enslavers.By Hazel Kahan, WPKN
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447: What Your $300K Racket Budget Really Gets You w/ Ed Shanaphy
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46:30Ever wondered why your club's racket department seems financially constrained? In this eye-opening episode, consultant and racket management expert Ed Shanaphy lifts the curtain on the numbers rarely discussed in polite club company. The financial anatomy of a racket department is more complex than most realize. Shanaphy reveals that nationally, ra…
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Today's episode was a Master Series that took place on October 9th, 2024 In Conversation with Dean Evans. In this conversation, host Sarah Taylor, CCE talks with film and tv editor Dean Evans. Dean shares his journey from a small-town kid in Saskatchewan to becoming a successful editor. He discusses the importance of the MASTER THE WORKFLOW workflo…
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446: Club Leadership Through a Political Campaign Lens w/ Chuck Merriman, CCM
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59:40What do private clubs and political campaigns have in common? Turns out… a lot more than you think. In this episode, Denny sits down with Charles “Chuck” Merriman, CCM. TRhe politically wired, quick-witted COO of San Diego Country Club whose journey from congressional campaign manager to club executive is anything but ordinary. Chuck shares how his…
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445: “You Can’t Have Two Managers in the House” 😂 w/ Velecia Luckenbill
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32:40Work Hard, Be Kind, Pour the Wine. Today’s guest is Velecia Luckenbill and trust me, you’re gonna love her. She’s the Director of Food & Beverage at Colonial Country Club, a certified sommelier, and one of the most vibrant, driven, and straight-up joyful humans in the private club world. But her journey? It’s anything but typical. Velecia came to t…
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444: From Bollywood to Hollywood (Golf Club 😉) w/ Salil Bokil, CCM
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53:51This one’s got heart, hustle, and some serious longevity. I’m joined by Salil Bokil—GM of Hollywood Golf Club down the Jersey Shore. He’s been there 18 years, and somehow built a team where no one leaves. I’m talking a chef who’s been there 17 years… a controller who’s clocked in for over 36. It’s wild—but once you hear how he leads, it all makes s…
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Cornell (CCE) scientist Steve Schott talks kelp and seagrass
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29:31Steve Schott, Marine Botany/Habitat Restoration Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension, talks about sugar kelp and eelgrass, plants crucial to protect and restore the waters around Long Island, and the responsibilities that come with managing the ecology of our estuarine habitats. Re-broadcast on WPKN June 4, 2025 and archived.…
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Editing Web Series with Pauline Decroix, Maureen Grant, CCE & Ben Allan
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50:29This episode was a panel that took place on May 13th, 2024. Award-winning editors Pauline Decroix, Maureen Grant, CCE and Ben Allen discuss their experiences working on the web series, HOW TO FAIL AS A POPSTAR, I HATE PEOPLE, PEOPLE HATE ME and LESS THAN KOSHER. They explore the unique challenges and creative freedoms that come with this format. Th…
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443: The Golf Cart Whisperer: Adventures in Extraordinary Member Service w/ Jeff Wilson
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40:54Jeff Wilson, veteran club pro and longtime GM, shares insights from decades in club leadership including extraordinary service moments, cultural development, and strategies for successful interim management. • Once jumped into a pond to retrieve a member's submerged golf cart and purse • Cleanliness is the first thing to check when walking into a n…
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Innovations in apple farming with CCE specialist Mario Miranda-Sazo
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18:24In this episode of Extension Out Loud, Mario Miranda Sazo, fruit extension specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension's (CCE) Lake Ontario Fruit Program, shares how advanced technology and agricultural techniques are revolutionizing apple orchards. The digitalization of orchard management is transforming farming practices. Advanced drone technol…
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442: Bourbon & Leadership: Lessons From A Chef Turned GM w/ Kevin Rice
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34:29What do bourbon, mentorship, and kitchen chaos have in common? Kevin Rice. In this episode, we chat with Kevin Rice— ormer chef, current GM of Lexington Country Club, and certified executive bourbon steward—to talk about leading with flavor. They dive into what it takes to train young staff (even when they can’t legally taste the wine), how bourbon…
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You probably don’t plan for a fire in the supply closet. Heather Korte didn’t either. But when three stories of her clubhouse got soaked, smoked out, and stripped to the studs, she got to work. No panic. No pity. Just bold moves, creative thinking, and a serious amount of member love. Heather is the GM at Oakley Country Club, and this episode is a …
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