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The PodCAST
Hosted by Kara Snyder · business · EN-US
About this Podcast:
Welcome to The PodCAST, a podcast produced by the College of Applied Science and Technology at Illinois State University. We'll be sitting down with alumni that are innovative thought leaders in their fields. Looking at their career journeys post-ISU, we will talk about turning points, roadblocks, and lessons learned on the road to success. Grab some headphones and settle in to hear stories from alumni that have been there, done that, and have tips to share.
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What is The PodCAST about?
Welcome to The PodCAST, a podcast produced by the College of Applied Science and Technology at Illinois State University. We'll be sitting down with alumni that are innovative thought leaders in their fields. Looking at their career journeys post-ISU, we will talk about turning points, roadblocks, and lessons learned on the road to success.
Who hosts The PodCAST?
The PodCAST is hosted by Kara Snyder. The show has published 74 episodes to date.
What has The PodCAST covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Be thoughtful, be intentional, and be grateful with Dr. Kim Oliver, ELM lecturer" (29 September 2026, 13 minutes), "Now is the time to explore with Jedediah Cantrell, HSC" (15 September 2026, 23 minutes), and "Rising to the occasion with Dr. Cedric Williams, MSC" (1 September 2026, 32 minutes).
How often does The PodCAST publish?
The PodCAST publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 16 minutes across 74 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The PodCAST?
Booking probability for The PodCAST is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The PodCAST requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The PodCAST's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The PodCAST?
The strongest fits for The PodCAST are Universities & Colleges. The PodCAST has a business audience.
About the host
Kara Snyder hosts The PodCAST, a business podcast with 74 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Sep 15, 202623 minThis episode features Illinois State University alumna Jedediah Cantrell, a Health Information Management graduate whose career has taken her from healthcare roles to hospital leadership and the vice presidency...
Sep 1, 202632 minIn this episode, I talk to Army veteran and ISU Alum Dr. Cedric Williams.
Apr 7, 202623 minOn this week's episode of The PodCAST we sat down with Lindsay Vahl Dean KNR to talk about her ISU experiences, her tips to going through ISU to have the best college experience one can have!
Mar 31, 202616 minOn this week's episode of The PodCAST we sat down with John Heiser, AGR to talk to him about his ISU experiences, the roots of his career from mentors he's along his way, and his tips for ISU students looking to go into...
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Mar 17, 202616 minOn this episode of the PodCAST, we are joined by Ramtin Davanlou, IT! Hear Ramtin discuss his ISU experiences and how he examines the scope of his career and his helpful tips to ISU students!
Mar 2, 202622 minOn this episode of the PodCAST, we are joined by Eddie Gordon, HSC! Hear Eddie discuss his ISU experiences and his advice towards a well meaning career!
Feb 23, 202622 minOn this episode of the PodCAST, we sit down with Sara Krewson, FCS Hear Sara discuss her growing involvement in her career and her tips for ISU students when it comes to student involvement!
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Simply Be Kind with Troy Deiss, TEC
Feb 16, 202622 minOn this episode of the PodCAST, we sit down with Troy Deiss, TEC Hear Troy speak on his many experiences from ISU to his now role as Vice President of Operations for Morton Industries.
Dec 13, 202519 minOn this episode of the PodCAST, we sit down with Dr. RoDina Williams. RoDina is Illinois’ first Black doctorate holder in clinical laboratory science. Hear RoDina discuss her experience working on her second bachelors...
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Study Spots with Kara Snyder
Nov 14, 20252 minOn this episode of the PodCAST: Four Minute Fridays, we sit down with Kara Snyder to talk about study spots around campus as the semester picks up! Have a suggestion for an episode? Send us an email at...
Nov 11, 202514 minOn this episode of the PodCAST, we sit down with Kathy Schniedwind. Kathy was the first female athletic trainer at Illinois State University, and she retired from ISU in 2006. Hear Kathy discuss her experience in...
Oct 28, 202533 minOn this episode of the PodCAST, we sit down with Sandra Brightwell. Sandra is a health information management alum from the Department of Health Sciences, and she currently serves as the Director of the Health...
Oct 24, 20257 minOn this episode of the PodCAST: Four Minute Fridays, we sit down with Dr. Dawn Anderson-Butcher. Dawn is a distinguished scholar whose research hastransformed the fields of youth sport and community engagement. More...
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Leading by example with Steve Parrott, TEC
Oct 21, 202518 minOn this episode of the PodCAST, we sit down with Steve Parrott. Steve is an alum of the Department of Technology and currently serves as the non-public regulation and systems administrator at the Illinois State Board of...
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Cybersecurity with Dan Taube
Oct 17, 20255 minOn this episode of the PodCAST: Four Minute Fridays, we sit down with Dan Taube. Dan is the Chief Information Security Officer for Illinois State University. More information about cybersecurity can be found at...
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Homecoming with Stephanie Duquenne
Oct 10, 20254 minOn this episode of the PodCAST: Four Minute Fridays, we sit down with Stephanie Duquenne. Stephanie is the Senior Director of Alumni Engagement, here to talk about homecoming. More information about homecoming can be...
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Saying Yes with Dr. Julie Schumacher, FCS
Oct 7, 202516 minOn this episode of the PodCAST, we sit down with Julie Schumacher. Julie is a Family and Consumer Sciences alum and currently serves as as a professor in the FCS department and as the director of the didactic program...
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Course Registration with Daphyne Walker
Oct 3, 20255 minOn this episode of the PodCAST: Four Minute Fridays, Kara sits down to talk to Daphyne Walker about course registration. More information about course registration is at...
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CAST Connections with Tamekia Bailey
Sep 26, 20256 minOn this episode of the PodCAST: Four Minute Fridays, Kara sits down to talk to Tamekia Bailey about the CAST connections program. More information about CAST Connections is at...
Recent guests
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Cedric Williams
assistant professor of marriage and family therapy, Legacy Consulting and Research Group
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Eddie Gordon
Gordon Skagit Farms
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Amy Miller
Curator of Decorative Arts and Material Culture at Royal Museums Greenwich, Acts of Mercy International
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Scott Pierce
local education leader, School of Kinesiology and Recreation
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