Despite Impossible
I am Tansley Stearns, and this is Despite Impossible. I am a long-time credit union executive leading Community Financial as president & ceo. I have always admired and been inspired by people whose passion is boundless and who don't comprehend the word impossible. This show focuses on their stories.
Episodes
144 episodes
Hustle & Grind: Running with our Members as a Financial Best Friend
Hustle & Grind: Running with our Members as a Financial Best FriendTo access this article, and subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit Tansley Stearns' Curiously D...
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Season 3 Episode 28: Amy Peterson
Today’s guest is Amy Peterson. Amy is a fireball. Amy’s energy leads to getting shit done consistently. She is a surfer, a good friend, and a serial entrepreneur building new enterprises in surprising ways. Amy is also the Co-Founder and CEO of...
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11:28
Right-Sizing Anxiety in the Workplace
Tune in to this week's episode of Third Fork as Tansley Stearns and Ryan Brown tackle a crucial yet often stigmatized topic: managing anxiety in the workplace. Rather than aiming for complete elimination, they propose a refreshing approach: emb...
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The Power of a Tater Tot Casserole: Credit Unions’ Potential in Dark Moments
The Power of a Tater Tot Casserole: Credit Unions’ Potential in Dark MomentsTo access this article, and subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit Tansley Stearns' Curiou...
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Season 3 Episode 27: Scott Berman
Today's guest is Scott Berman. Scott is thoughtful, insightful, and not afraid of confronting his fears. He is also driven and willing to fight that urge to charge. Scott is also the Founder of Sky Cave Retreats, the first darkness retreat cent...
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Early Career Choices That Last A Lifetime
On this week's episode of Third Fork, Tansley Stearns reconnects with Ryan Brown to tackle one of the most critical aspects of long-term success: setting yourself up for holistic wellbeing. They dive into key decisions made early in their caree...
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Lessons from the Mall: Bridging Generations to Build the Future of Credit Unions
Lessons from the Mall: Bridging Generations to Build the Future of Credit UnionsTo access this article, and subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit Tansley Stearns'
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11:52
Season 3 Episode 26: David Silver
Today’s guest is David Silver. David is a New York transplant, a competitive horse rider, and exemplifies perseverance. He is also the Founder and Executive Director at Detroit Horse Power, with a vision to give under-resourced youth a safe and...
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18:15
Don't Give Up On Dreams!
This week on Third Fork, Tansley Stearns welcomes Cortney Arnold, Community Development Director at Filene Research Institute and Leader of The Cooperative Trust. As a champion of collaboration and lifelong learning, Cortney discusses her work ...
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21:02
Credit Unions: Best Friends Built for Dark Times
Credit Unions: Best Friends Built for Dark TimesTo access this article, and subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit Tansley Stearns' Curiously Driven News...
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Season 3 Episode 25: Dan Pitera
Today’s guest is Dan Pitera. He is an energetic leader, and someone who is also challenging current structures, and he is a political and social activist masquerading as an architect. Dan is currently the Detroit Mercy School of Architecture &a...
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27:28
Stay Curious!
Join us on this week's episode of Third Fork as Tansley Stearns and special guest Emily Sutton candidly explore the many opportunities surrounding us if we just stay curious enough to discover them. Plus, you may recognize Emily's v...
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23:17
Fueling Collaboration: Six Ways to Act on the Sixth Cooperative Principle
Fueling Collaboration: Six Ways to Act on the Sixth Cooperative PrincipleTo access this article, and subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit Tansley Stearns' Cu...
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Season 3 Episode 24: Christi Lower
Today’s guest is Christi Lower. Christi is an entrepreneur, inquisitive, and someone who is honest and offers no judgement. She is also the Founder & CEO of Highline Spirits, where she honors her fascination with spirits and distillation bu...
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18:44
Want to Make an Impression? Then Pick Up the Poop
Join us on this week's episode of Third Fork as Tansley Stearns sits down with special guest Blake Woods to explore the challenges and triumphs of navigating a career transition as a young professional. With humor and candor, Blake shares his o...
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21:58
Our Extravaganza: Creating a Movement of Credit Unions as Connectors
Our Extravaganza: Creating a Movement of Credit Unions as ConnectorsTo access this article, and subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit Tansley Stearns'
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13:59
Season 3 Episode 23: Megan Spanitz
Today’s guest is Megan Spanitz. Megan is a voracious reader, intellectually curious, and someone who loves her Peloton (and Cody Rigsby). Megan is also the Chief Strategy Officer for the Detroit Regional Chamber, playing a leading role in plann...
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Engaging in Your First Big Meeting
In this episode of Third Fork, we dive into the nerve-wracking but pivotal moment of attending your first big executive meeting. Whether it’s a boardroom full of decision-makers or your first ALCO meeting, knowing how to navigate the unspoken r...
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20:54
A Story to Remember: Credit Unions as the Answer to Economic Pain
A Story to Remember: Credit Unions as the Answer to Economic PainTo access this article, and subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit Tansley Stearns'
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Season 3 Episode 22: Jolene Delisle
Today’s guest is Jolene Delisle. Jolene is resilient, possesses brilliant creativity, and is someone who those who know her well describe as fun. She is also the founder & creative director of the branding and creative agency The Working As...
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12:08
Surviving Your First Big Conference - Part II
In Part II of this debut episode of Third Fork, we introduce the heart of our podcast — helping young professionals make sense of those unspoken workplace rules. From brushing up on networking etiquette to tackling conference jitters, we...
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20:08
Americans’ Best Friends Need a Best Friend: Five Ways We Can Unify Now
Americans’ Best Friends Need a Best Friend: Five Ways We Can Unify NowTo access this article, and subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit Tansley Stearns'
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11:25
Season 3 Episode 21: Brandon Michaels
Today’s guest is Brandon Michaels. Brandon is passionate, driven, innovative, serious, a pilot, a dancer, and someone who is always willing to put people first. He is also the President & CEO at OneAZ Credit Union, where he is a curator of ...
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Welcome to Third Fork: Surviving Your First Big Conference
In this debut episode of Third Fork, we introduce the heart of our podcast — helping young professionals make sense of those unspoken workplace rules. From brushing up on networking etiquette to tackling conference jitters, we’re here to...
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