Ever stumbled into an unexpected convo that left you energized, inspired, and maybe even laughing out loud? That’s The Pickup Meeting . Join higher ed besties Michael "Brody" Broshears and Kevin Thomas as they sit down with passionate changemakers who put students first and aren’t afraid to shake up the status quo. These are the unplanned conversations that just might become the best part of your day.
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Signup to Generate a PitchEver stumbled into an unexpected convo that left you energized, inspired, and maybe even laughing out loud? That’s The Pickup Meeting. Join higher ed besties Michael "Brody" Broshears and Kevin Thomas as they sit down with passionate changemakers who put students first and aren’t afraid to shake up the status quo.
Recent episodes include "Karen Lewis, University of Maryland-College Park" (28 October 2026, 71 minutes), "Ep. 56 - A "Just Us" Episode" (21 October 2026, 35 minutes), and "Ep. 55 - Rachel Gordon, American University of Antigua" (14 October 2026, 58 minutes).
The Pickup Meeting publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 52 minutes across 57 episodes.
Booking probability for The Pickup Meeting is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Pickup Meeting requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Pickup Meeting's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for The Pickup Meeting are Universities & Colleges. The Pickup Meeting has an education audience.
The Pickup Meeting is an education podcast with 57 episodes published.
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Episode #57
Send us Fan Mail Dust off the VHS tapes and cue the Weird Al—this episode is equal parts advising wisdom and ’80s-and-’90s nostalgia! Kevin and Brody sit down with NACADA President Karen Lewis to explore her unexpected...
Episode #56
Send us Fan Mail Kevin and Brody clock in for a lively trip down employment memory lane—complete with hairnets, Hardee’s biscuits, disastrous uniforms, questionable bosses, and a one-night gas-station career. Then, they...
Episode #55
Send us Fan Mail Financial aid isn’t paperwork—it’s people. Rachel Gordon, Vice President for Student Financial Services at the American University of Antigua College of Medicine, joins Kevin and Brody to explore why...
Episode #54
Send us Fan Mail Pumpkin spice, giant skeletons, dishwasher drama—nothing is safe in this “just us” episode! Kevin and Brody kick things off with a fall-themed round of Overrated or Underrated before tackling a bigger...
Episode #53
Send us Fan Mail Packing lists, pie plans, and plenty of conference buzz—Kevin and Brody are headed to Oklahoma City for NACADA! Join them for a lively pre-conference catch-up on travel essentials, too many shoes...
Episode #52
Send us Fan Mail Packing lists, pie plans, and plenty of conference buzz—Kevin and Brody are headed to Oklahoma City for NACADA! Join them for a lively pre-conference catch-up on travel essentials, too many shoes...
Episode #51
Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to be “undecided”? This week, we’re joined by David Spight of UC Irvine to challenge the myths around major exploration, unpack why choosing a major is about far more than...
Episode #49
Send us Fan Mail What do NFL uniforms, graphic design, AI, and multimillion-dollar philanthropy have in common? More than you’d think. In this episode of The Pickup Meeting , Brody and Kevin sit down with Chandler...
Episode #48
Send us Fan Mail What do frozen chips, shrinking wardrobes, higher ed leadership, and a heated color draft have in common? Somehow, they all make perfect sense in this episode of The Pickup Meeting . Kevin and Brody...
Episode #47
Send us Fan Mail What do advising strategy, data-driven decisions, leadership, jazz, Fortnite, and baking have in common? Somehow, they all make their way into this episode of The Pickup Meeting . Kevin Thomas and...
Episode #46
Send us Fan Mail What do Trapper Keepers, 250 years of American history, chain restaurants, and the future of higher education have in common? Somehow, they all made it into this episode of The Pickup Meeting . Kevin...
Episode #45
Send us Fan Mail The Pickup Meeting officially turns ONE! Kevin and Brody are celebrating a full year behind the microphones with a special “just us” episode—looking back at how two friends’ phone conversations somehow...
Episode #44
Send us Fan Mail What happens when the Resident Assistant you hired 20 years ago becomes one of higher education's most respected student affairs leaders? This week, Kevin and Brody welcome Dr. Joe Thomas , Senior...
Episode #43
Send us Fan Mail It's another "Just Us" episode, and that means anything can happen! Kevin and Brody kick things off by reminiscing about back-to-school shopping, Trapper Keepers, NFL pencils, thermostat battles...
Episode #42
Send us Fan Mail What do community choirs, national parks, student success, chocolate bundt cake, and hidden restaurant menu items have in common? Somehow...they all end up in this episode! Kevin and Brody kick things...
Episode #41
Send us Fan Mail Summer may be the "slow season" on campus, but Kevin and Brody know that's when some of the biggest conversations happen. In this Just Us episode, they swap stories about out-of-office replies...
Episode #40
Send us Fan Mail What do wallets, walk-up songs, learning to drive a stick shift, and enrollment management have in common? More than you'd think. This week on The Pickup Meeting , Kevin and Brody welcome Karen...
Episode #39
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Brody Broshears and Kevin Thomas are back with another lively pickup meeting, diving into World Cup excitement, summer in higher education, and why soccer has one of the most confusing rules in...
Episode #39
Send us Fan Mail Brody Broshears and Kevin Thomas are back with another lively pickup meeting, diving into World Cup excitement, summer in higher education, and why soccer has one of the most confusing rules in sports...
Episode #38
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Leadership, laughter, and a little Dairy Queen debate? This episode has it all. Dr. <b>Beth Lesen</b> joins The Pickup Meeting to share how trust, compassion, and authentic leadership can...
Recent guests on The Pickup Meeting. Study who booked and why before you pitch.
Assistant Director of English Undergraduate Studies, Barnard College, Columbia University
Vice President of Student Financial Aid Services, American University of Antigua College of Medicine
Two Time Olympic Medalist, Canadian Sprinter, Council for Opportunity in Education
host of Reel in the Outdoor, Pelicans Ultimate Match Fishing, Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership at the US Naval Academy
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