Posts by Shannon Cassidy
241. Why Your Workplace Attitude Matters with Trish Scanlon
“Your attitude matters; control what you can control.” “Surfing the wave means being flexible.” “The truth is always best.” Episode summary | In this episode of ROG Return on Generosity, host Shannon Cassidy interviews Trish Scanlon, a seasoned branded entertainment executive. Trish shares her journey from Pittsburgh to leading creative teams for major media…
Read MoreFrom the Vault #1. The Magic of Harry Potter
“The only thing we have in common is the fact that he’s magical and I’m creating magic in these schools moving kids forward.” “I believe most people have compassion in their soul.” “Are you willing to share without expecting anything back?” Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with…
Read More240. Roots of Generosity: What Our Kids Teach Us (Part 2)
Episode summary | In this episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, host Jabari Whitehead engages with guests Tay Person and Mike Wernert in a heartfelt discussion about the importance of generosity, support, and emotional presence in parenting. They explore the challenges of being sports parents, the lessons of character and generosity they hope to…
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239. Roots of Generosity: How Fatherhood Shapes the Way We Give (Part 1)
Episode summary | In this episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, host Jabari Whitehead engages in a heartfelt conversation with guests Tay Person and Mike Wernert about the themes of fatherhood, personal growth, and the importance of generosity. The discussion explores how their experiences as fathers shape their values, the lessons learned from their…
Read More238. Reclaiming Joy: Living Fully After Hardship with Linda Shively
“Happiness is often around an external event or external situation, where joy is internal.” “You can’t pour from an empty soul.” “You can choose how to show up.” Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, Shannon Cassidy speaks with Linda Shively, a neuroscience and mindset coach, about the importance of joy, resilience, and…
Read More237. From NFL to Non-Profit: Tackling Rare Diseases with Brett Brackett
“(Rare Diseases Research) deserves to be celebrated the same way that we celebrate athletes and sports in this country.” “Giving is the greatest form of getting.” “You always have a chance to positively impact other people, it’s just a matter of what you do with the moments you have.” Episode summary | In this…
Read More236. Igniting Innovation: Inclusion and Generosity in the Patent World with Yvette Thornton
Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy interviews Yvette Thornton, a registered patent agent and advocate for innovation and women in leadership. Yvette shares her journey from growing up on a farm in Virginia to her career in intellectual property, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, empowerment,…
Read More235. The Art of “Relationshipping” with Lani Nelson-Zlupko
“Relationship is a noun, but ‘relationshipping’ is a verb and it takes a lot of agency and some skill.” “You have to know what you want.” “Pause is power.” Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, executive coach and psychotherapist Dr. Lani Nelson-Zlupko describes the difference between relationships and “relationshipping”, sharing…
Read More234. Overcoming Adversity: The Rise of a Fitness Icon | Sydney Cummings Houdyshell (Part 2)
Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, fitness entrepreneur Sydney Cummings Houdyshell discusses her journey from collegiate athlete to a leading figure in the fitness industry, sharing her experiences overcoming personal tragedies, the importance of mental health, and her mission to provide free workouts to empower individuals globally. The…
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