UCWV Innovation Scholar Podcast
Episodes
19 episodes
More Than a Gym: Building Strength, Community, and Culture with Allen Lude
What makes a gym more than just a place to work out?In this episode of the Innovation Scholars Podcast, Kaylee Anderson sits down with Allen Lude, CEO of Code 3 Health & Fitness, to talk about the power of gym culture and community. ...
From Girl Scout to CEO: A Journey of Leadership and Impact
What does it mean to dedicate your life to building future leaders?In this episode of the Innovation Scholars Podcast, Kaylee Anderson sits down with Beth Casey, Chief Executive Officer of the Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council. With o...
The Power of Story: Communication, Leadership, and Career Growth with C.J. Harvey
How does the way we communicate shape our careers and the world around us?In this episode of the Innovation Scholars Podcast, Kaylee Anderson sits down with C.J. Harvey to discuss storytelling, leadership, and building a career across jo...
Storytelling, Creativity, and Film in West Virginia with Bob Tinnell
What does it take to build a film career and bring it back home? In this episode of the Innovation Scholars Podcast, Kaylee Anderson sits down with filmmaker, writer, and producer Bob Tinnell to explore his journey through the film industry and...
Building a Business That Works: Marketing, Growth, and Real-World Strategy
What does it actually take to build and grow a successful business?In this episode of the Innovation Scholars Podcast, Kaylee Anderson sits down with Chris Wallace, marketing expert, business owner, and member of the first cohort of UC’s...
Building Healthcare Where It’s Needed Most: Dr. Brian Whyte on Surgery, Innovation, and Rural Medicine
How do you bring cutting-edge medical care to communities that need it most?In this episode of the Innovation Scholars Podcast, host Kaylee Anderson sits down with Dr. Brian R. Whyte, a board-certified vascular surgeon and founder of Mou...
Redirection Is Not Failure: A Conversation with Dr. Debbie Amos
What happens when the path you thought was meant for you changes? In this episode of the Innovation Scholars Podcast, Dr. Debbie Amos shares her journey from medical school to earning a PhD in biology and becoming a passionate anatomy and physi...
Designing the Future: Creativity, AI, and Global Perspective (Featuring Terry Floyd)
How is AI changing the future of design and architecture? In this episode of the Innovation Scholars Podcast, host Kaylee Anderson sits down with Terry Floyd who shares his journey from interior design at UC to studying architecture internation...
Women in Leadership (Featuring Dr. Lisa McCool)
What does it truly mean to lead with confidence, resilience, and purpose? In this episode of the Innovation Scholars Podcast, host Kaylee Anderson sits down with Dr. Lisa McCool, Program Director of Entrepreneurship and Assistant Professor of M...
S2 Ep2- John Auge from Auge+Gray+Drake Collective Works
Season 2 Episode 2 (10th overall)This week we welcome John Auge to the pod. John is the cofounder of Auge+Gray+Drake Collective Works in Charleston, WV. He has had a remarkable career journey in marketing and design, with projects such a...
S2-Ep1: Scholar President Kelton Boblits
Season 2, Episode 1 (9th Overall Episode)In this episode, Dr. Travis Kahle sits down with 2024-25 Innovation Scholar President Kelton Boblits for a fascinating conversation about innovation in music, economic growth in West Virginia, and...
Episode 8: Pressing Your Way to Success
In this episode, we sit down with special guest Lisa Smith, co-founder of Mountain Juice Company. Lisa, along with co-founder and sister-in-law Amy Smith, discovered the benefits of raw, naturally pressed juice when Amy was recovering fro...
Episode 7: Steering the Family Business
In this episode, entrepreneur Gabe Azzato joins the podcast to discuss his experience taking control of his family's business, Silver Coast Winery. Gabe also elaborates on how his past experience, combined with his upbringing, have impact...
Episode 6: The True Meaning of Innovation- Part 2
When you hear the word "innovation", what comes to mind? Is it the newest smartphone or self-driving car? Is it a successful entrepreneur or a team of engineers sitting around a table, having a lively discussion about a new product design? Does...
Episode 5: The True Meaning of Innovation- Part 1
When you hear the word "innovation," what comes to mind? Is it the newest smartphone or self-driving car? Is it a successful entrepreneur or a team of engineers sitting around a table, having a lively discussion about a new product design? Does...
Episode 4: The Unconventional Route to Entrepreneurship
In this episode, we sit down with special guest Whitney Hunt, owner and operator of Moldavite Marketing. While pursuing a Political Science degree from the University of Charleston (WV), Whitney became interested in marketing through her ...
Episode 3: How Creating a Culture of Innovation and Leadership Leads to Success in Baseball
In this episode, we sit down with University of Charleston (WV) men's head baseball coach, Robbie Britt, to discuss how his team has taken advantage of the emerging innovations within the game. Coach Britt also discusses his leadership company,...
Episode 2: How to Stay Relevant in a Changing Environment
In this episode, we sit down with special guest Jim Strawn of Jim Strawn & Company to discuss how he has stayed relevant throughout his 30+ years in the marketing field. Jim details how staying connected through strong networ...
Episode 1: Introduction to Podcast
In this episode, we will discuss how our podcast came to be, as well as the role innovation plays at the University of Charleston (WV). Guests include UC's Director of Innovation, David Ramsburg II, MBA, and Assistant Director of Innovati...
