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Welcome to The Afterschool Snack Podcast, South Dakota’s go-to show for all things out-of-school time! Join us as we dive deep into the ThirdSpace Collaborative, exploring the vibrant afterschool ecosystem across our state. Each episode, we’ll talk with key players, participants, and leaders shaping the future of afterschool programs right here in the land of the Pasque flower , coyote and chislic. From tackling challenges to celebrating wins, we’re focused on growing and strengthening South Dakota’s Afterschool Ecosystem. And with every episode clocking in at around 17 minutes—perfect for the average commute—you can snack on insights without missing a beat.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to The Afterschool Snack Podcast, South Dakota’s go-to show for all things out-of-school time! Join us as we dive deep into the ThirdSpace Collaborative, exploring the vibrant afterschool ecosystem across our state.
The Afterschool Snack is hosted by ThirdSpace Collaborative. The show has published 34 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Let's Taki About BOOST" (7 May 2026, 45 minutes), "2025 Was a lot. Let’s Taki About It." (1 January 2026, 31 minutes), and "Popcorn Session II - SoDakSACA Fall 2025" (23 December 2025, 12 minutes).
The Afterschool Snack publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 22 minutes across 34 episodes.
Booking probability for The Afterschool Snack is 40%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Afterschool Snack requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Afterschool Snack's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for The Afterschool Snack are Courses, Coaching & Lessons. The Afterschool Snack has an education audience.
ThirdSpace Collaborative hosts The Afterschool Snack, an education podcast with 34 episodes published.
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Episode #1
Recorded live from the podcast lounge at the BOOST Conference 2026, this conversation is all about the people behind afterschool programs and why caring adults matter so much in the lives of young people. We talk about...
The Afterschool Snack
This episode is basically a group therapy session for 2025. We talk about the highs, the lows, and the “wow, how is it already December?” moments. We revisit some of the best parts of the year, including the very...
The Afterschool Snack
In this shorter than normal but power packed episode, Desi and Billy conclude the Popcorn edition of Afterschool Snack with Eve, Ava, Erica and Carson. Listen as these professionals give their thoughts, insights and...
Episode #38
Quick questions. Real stories. Big heart. In this Popcorn Edition of After School Snack, afterschool leaders from across South Dakota share what fills their bucket, why kids keep them coming back, and how one connection...
Episode #31
Holy Moly! Desi and Billy sit down with Afterschool Leader, Advocate, Author, and Veteran — the one and only Juan Alvarado. Juan, founder of We Raize The Bar, joins Afterschool Snack to dive into life, leadership, and...
Episode #32
Billie Jo Bakeburg...you've heard the name we are sure! Sit down with Desi and Billy as they talk to South Dakota's one and only Billie Jo. Listen to her passion as she weaves her story of bringing professionalism...
In a first ever for Afterschool Snack, we recorded in front of a live audience! Billy and Desi sit down with four students from the Belle Fourche JAM program in Belle Fourche, SD, recorded live at the Joy Center in...
Billy sits down with Julie Garreau from the Cheyenne River Youth Project for a heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to be resilient. Together, they challenge the idea that strength must come from struggle...
Episode #30
Desi and Billy sit down with the Deputy Executive Director of Black Hills Special Services, Dr. Pam Lange (and her granddaughter) for her eye-opening insight into the Ecosystem of South Dakota's afterschool world...
Episode #27
Billy and Desi head up North! In this emotionally charged Taki About It, Enrique, Kingston, Sara and Lalanie open up about their lives, families and a little about their daily lives in Eagle Butte, SD. They may be only...
In this special episode, Billy and Desi sit down with not one but two school administrators who have created a true co-curricular community with their afterschool program. Darren (principal) and Jeanne (asst. principal)...
Desi sits down with Wakiyan, Dalton, and Johnny from the CRYP, in Eagle Butte, SD. Listen as these leaders provide a rich cultural experience and hopeful outlook for the youth they lead. These three young men describe...
Episode #25
Desi sits down with students from South Middle School in Rapid City, SD. Alyssa, Crimson and Zoey give us an insight into their daily lives and some A-HA moments you don't want to miss. Listen as the youth of today talk...
Episode #24
Join Desi on this episode Afterschool Snack , Walkie Talkie Edition with Matt Sutton, Grants & Evaluation Specialist at Black Hills Special Services Cooperative. Matt shares his philanthropic approach to creating a...
Episode #22
Join us for our final popcorn episode featuring participants of the SodakSaca Keystone Leadership Retreat. In this amazing episode we have compiled 3 incredible leaders who are making a difference each and every day...
Episode #21
Snap, crackle and more Pops! Come "popcorn" with participants of the Keystone Leadership Retreat hosted by SodakSACA. Desi dives in and gets to know some of your South Dakota OST professionals navigating their personal...
Episode #23
Summary In this episode, Billy Mawhiney sits down with Jodi Grant from the Afterschool Alliance about the recent unfreezing of the 21st Century funds, the impact of funding freezes on afterschool programs, and the...
Episode #20
Join Desi at the SodakSACA Leadership Retreat in Keystone SD as he "popcorns" with several participants about what motivates them to continue working and striving in Afterschool programs all across the state. Give a...
Episode #19
Join us as we immerse ourselves in one of the premiere out of school time retreats in Keystone, SD. Desi sits down with not one, not two, but over a dozen OST care providers from across the state as they attend the...
Episode #16
Billy and Desi sit down and experience the "burn" with students from the Great Afterschool Place Camelot in Brookings. Listen as we talk, listen and experience the heat of the Taki Challenge, with Chloe, Ashley and...
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