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Sowing Seeds, Growing Leaders: A Podcast Rooted in Cooperative Extension Stories

"Last year Beth Claypoole and I traveled to the ESP National Conference together.  While there and along the way home, we hatched an idea for a pilot podcast series: conversations with veteran and retired staff that lean into the relationships that enrich their careers.  After that, ESP Lambda Chapter (our NYS group) applied for funding from National ESP and received a $1,000 award to work on our pilot podcasts.


What started as a simple wish—to capture and share the stories of Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) staff, past and present—quickly blossomed into a podcast dedicated to celebrating the people behind the programs.  We recruited Kelly Campbell, Volunteers Specialist for CCE Admin, and CCE New Staff Orientation lead to host the series, and Abby Younger, recent media arts BFA Marymount Manhattan grad, and former member of my 4-H club as producer.  The four-episode pilot was completed this summer.  We will promote each individually - but they are all available in case you are hooked and want to binge-listen :)...they are delightful.

  • Thriving from County to National: Expanding Impact with Alexa Maille and Shawn Tiede 

  • Growing to Executive Director: Leadership Lessons with Bernie Wiesen and Beth Claypoole 

  • Rooted in 4-H: Tim and Tom Davis on Family, Leadership, and Legacy

  • Planted in Broome, Transplanted to Campus: A Conversation with Celeste Carmichael and Victoria Giarratano

With each episode, listeners are invited into honest, inspiring conversations that highlight the journeys, challenges, and wisdom of those who’ve dedicated their careers to Extension work. Whether you’re a seasoned staff member, a curious newcomer, or simply someone who values community-driven leadership, this podcast offers a rich tapestry of voices that reflect the heart and mission of CCE."



-Celeste Carmichael

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