Advertise on podcast: On the Banks

Rating

★★★★★

from

7 reviews

Description

On the Banks is a podcast series, where we meet brothers through interview and storytelling. On the Banks pays homage to the chance meeting of John Templeton McCarty (Jefferson 1848) and Bolivar G. Krepps (Jefferson 1849) on the banks of the Sweetwater River on July 7, 1849. Two brothers who never met, connected 1,500 miles west of Canonsburg when heading to the California Gold Rush. No GPS and no cell phone…they found each other. On the Banks focuses on the power of that connection, meeting new brothers for the first time and embracing our shared values. After listening to one or more episodes, please take our podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

Unlock On the Banks podcast Email contact info,
Listeners & Audience details

Email contact information

Direct podcast contact details

Listeners

Audience numbers & engagement insights

Audience details

Podcast Insights

Podcast episodes

Check latest episodes from On the Banks podcast

Shaping the Modern Gaming Industry

2026/02/05

Have you ever wondered how Phi Gamma Delta’s values could prepare someone to help lead one of the most iconic video game companies in the world? In this episode, Paul Sams (California Santa Barbara 1992), former long-time Global COO of Blizzard Entertainment (known for World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, StarCraft and Hearthstone), shares his journey shaping the modern gaming industry and how that success ultimately helped him fulfill a childhood dream: becoming a minority owner of the six-time Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers. Once you have finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

Katie’s Kids

2026/01/23

After the heartbreaking loss of a daughter in 2020, Jim Eckelberry (Akron 1988) and his family set out to honor Katie’s legacy of caring and kindness. To date they have helped over 2,000 kids through Katie’s Kids. Prepare to be inspired! Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

Rising Hope

2026/01/08

In this episode, we meet Theo Avgerinos (Bucknell 2000), a business owner, film director and cinematic storyteller, who discusses his latest documentary film, “Rising Hope.” Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

Family & Fraternity: Fiji Sires & sons

2025/12/19

The recognition of Fiji Sires & Sons was established 100 years ago. To commemorate this centennial, we visit with the Ieuter family – three generations, seven Fijis, representing five chapters. The episode’s guests are Bill Ieuter (Illinois 1957), with sons, Charlie (Illinois 1983) and Billy (Iowa State 1985), and grandsons, Max (Michigan State 2012) and Rolf (Wisconsin 2014). (Other Ieuter family members who weren’t in attendance are son, Jake (Kansas 1986), and grandson, Charlie (Kansas 2017).) Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

My Toughest Battle: A Soldier’s Lifelong Struggle with Polio

2025/04/25

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Maj. Gen. Bill Matz, U.S. Army (Ret.) (Gettysburg 1961), who shares his inspiring life story as a boy stricken with polio who, through persistence, overcame childhood paralysis and achieved a highly decorated 30-year career in the U.S. Army. He also discusses his new book, “My Toughest Battle: A Soldier’s Lifelong Struggle with Polio.” Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

Brotherhood & Business: A Journey of Leadership & Impact

2025/04/14

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Cameron Haring (Miami 2004), who discusses how his entrepreneurial spirit led him back to his hometown of Mansfield, Ohio to make an impact on his community. He eventually purchased DECA Manufacturing, where he currently serves as president. Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

Venture Capital: Helping People Achieve Their Dreams

2025/03/28

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Bill Kaiser (MIT 1977), who had a 30-year career in venture capital, a field he describes as “exciting, risky and really fun.” He found reward in helping entrepreneurs take advantage of opportunities created by the waves of change in technology. In addition to many interesting stories, he provides a basic knowledge of venture capital and the role it plays in the economy. Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

The Digital Mirror: How AI Reshapes Young Men’s Mental Health

2025/03/14

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Justin Carter, PhD (North Alabama 2002), who discusses how AI reshapes young men’s mental health and the impacts of treating employees’ psychological health the same as physical health and safety. Justin is a professor of management at the University of North Alabama, consultant, executive coach and one of the foremost leaders in the field of human capital management, having spent the last 20 years educating students and business leaders around the world. Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

The Community Grocer

2025/02/28

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Eli Moraru (Penn 2021), co-founder and president of The Community Grocer. Eli discusses how his entrepreneurial spirit guided him into a nonprofit career post-graduation. Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

A Philanthropic Mindset

2023/03/14

Host: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992) Guest: Mick Larsen (Washington 2023) In this episode, we meet Mick Larsen (Washington 2023), who discusses Sigma Tau’s commitment to service, which led to the Chapter winning Baker Cup for the 2021 calendar year. The Baker Cup is awarded to the Phi Gam chapter which most effectively focuses attention upon religious, ethical and social service activities in its daily conduct. Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

A Long Tradition of Service

2023/02/28

Host: Bill Martin (Mississippi State 1975) Guests: Ryan Gottwald (WPI 2024) & Colby Jones (WPI 2024) In this episode, we meet WPI's Philanthropy Chairmen Ryan Gottwald (2024) and Colby Jones (2024), who discuss how the Pi Iota Chapter exemplifies Phi Gamma Delta’s value of service by doing a variety of service projects and keeping brothers engaged. Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

Fundraising for a Purpose

2023/02/14

Host: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992) Guests: Payne Schumann (Chapman 2023) and Taylor Dintzner (Arizona State 2022) In this episode, we meet Payne Schumann (Chapman 2023) and Taylor Dintzner (Arizona State 2022), who discuss fundraising for Chapman’s Purple Tie Dinner and Arizona State’s Shave to Save philanthropy events, respectively. Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

Camp Out for Mental Health

2023/01/31

Host: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992) Guest: Andrew McCann (Western Ontario 2023) In Season 4, episode 2, we meet Andrew McCann (2023), who discusses Lambda Omega at Western Ontario’s Camp Out for Mental Health. This annual philanthropy event is held in memory of Austen Berlet, who passed ad astra in 2009, and supports the Canadian Mental Health Association. Once you are finish watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

In It for the Long Haul

2023/01/17

Host: Bill Martin (Mississippi State 1975) Guest: Tim Kilduff (Kent State 1968) In this episode, we meet Tim Kilduff, the Founder & President of the 26.2 Foundation. Tim talks about the history of marathoning and explains why marathoning is more than running 26.2 miles. The 26.2 Foundation is a nonprofit that supports and promotes the sport of marathoning, as well as health, wellness and economic development. For more information, visit www.26-2.org. Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

Reflections on High Places

2022/03/22

Host: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992) Guest: Hugh Morton (Auburn 1969) In this episode, we meet Hugh Morton (Auburn 1969), the 69th person to complete the Seven Summits Challenge having summited the tallest mountains on seven continents. Hugh talks about mountaineering, his experience climbing the world’s highest mountains (including Mt. Everest) and his new book, Reflections on High Places: https://reflectionsonhighplaces.com. Once you are finished watching this episode, please take our 5-minute podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.