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FutureProof is a Cincinnati State podcast featuring interviews with alumni, students, and faculty discussing experiential learning and student success.

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March 1, 2026Episode 244 min

Leading By Learning: Noelle Grome

Send us Fan MailLeading by LearningJoin us as we go off road from our usual guests, down the path of connecting students to careers with Co-op Coordinator, Cincinnati State graduate, and longtime staff member Noelle Grome! Noelle shares her unconventional path from mental health counseling to higher education, the power of networking, and the lessons she’s learned coaching students through interviews, setbacks, and even first-day disasters. Tune in as Noelle reveals the life-changing impacts of co-op and the behind-the-scenes work that makes students truly FutureProof. CreditsJayne Dressing…..HostEimee Donbar…….HostNoelle Grome......GuestGriffin Bennett…….Student ProducerNyx Hawthorne…….Student Producer, Marketing Assistant Brittany King……..Digital MarketingJacqueline Norton…….Marketing and AdvertisingJamal Lundy…….Intro/Outro Voice Over Joey Hickey…….Graphic DesignSpecial Thanks to:Michael Tekulve……..AVP Studio DirectorDavid Killen…….AVP Program ChairGeoffery Woolf…..Dean Humanities and SciencesAmy Wallbillig…….VP Workforce Development Department

February 8, 2026Episode 136 min

The Secret Sauce: Don Pollock

Send us Fan MailThe Secret SauceJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Cincinnati State graduate, instructor, and longtime staff member Don Pollock. Don shares his unexpected journey from leading a team of investment advisors to earning the Cincinnati State House/Bruckmann Adjunct Faculty Excellence Award, a recognition of his unwavering commitment to student success.Tune in as Don reveals the “secret sauce” behind his teaching philosophy, the pivotal moments that shaped his path, and how he continues to stay FutureProof in a changing world.CreditsJayne Dressing…..HostEimee Donbar…….HostDon......GuestGriffin Bennett…….Student ProducerNyx Hawthorne…….Student Producer, Marketing Assistant Brittany King……..Digital MarketingJacqueline Norton…….Marketing and AdvertisingJamal Lundy…….Intro/Outro Voice Over Joey Hickey…….Graphic DesignSpecial Thanks to:Michael Tekulve……..AVP Studio DirectorDavid Killen…….AVP Program ChairGeoffery Woolf…..Dean Humanities and SciencesAmy Wallbillig…….VP Workforce Development Department

May 11, 2025Episode 939 min

In the Blink of an Eye: Paige Greenwell

Send us Fan MailIn the Blink of an EyeIn this episode we chat with Cincinnati State graduate Greenwell as she discusses her path from the server industry to her internship in the C-Suite at Cincinnati State. Listen as Paige talks about event planning for the City of Cincinnati at the Regional Chamber and how she became FutureProof. CreditsJayne Dressing…..HostEimee Donbar…….HostPaige Greenwell......GuestOwen Taylor…….Student ProducerCade Harvey…….Student ProducerDillon Perry…….Student ProducerJamal Lundy…….Intro/Outro Voice Over Nozina Eshkobilova…….Production AssistantBrittany King……..Digital MarketingJacqueline Norton…….Marketing and AdvertisingJoey Hickey…….Graphic DesignSpecial Thanks to:Michael Tekulve……..AVP Studio DirectorDavid Killen…….AVP Program ChairGeoffery Woolf…..Dean Humanities and SciencesAmy Wallbillig…….VP Workforce Development Department

April 15, 2025Episode 834 min

Show Me the Money: Bashar Jaffal

Send us Fan MailShow Me the Money: Bashar JaffalDon’t miss this dynamic episode with Cincinnati State graduate Bashar Jaffal as he discusses coming to America in middle school and working towards a career in research and development with a sports management degree. Listen as Bashar talks about his path to the American dream and challenges along the way to becoming FutureProof. CreditsJayne Dressing…..HostEimee Donbar…….HostBashar Jaffal…….GuestOwen Taylor…….Student ProducerCade Harvey…….Student ProducerDillon Perry…….Student ProducerJamal Lundy…….Intro/Outro Voice Over Nozina Eshkobilova…….Production AssistantBrittany King……..Digital MarketingJacqueline Norton…….Marketing and AdvertisingJoey Hickey…….Graphic DesignSpecial Thanks to:Michael Tekulve……..AVP Studio DirectorDavid Killen…….AVP Program ChairGeoffery Woolf…..Dean Humanities and SciencesAmy Wallbillig…….VP Workforce Development Department

March 30, 2025Episode 754 min

Freedom in a Jail Cell: Jill Constable and Nicci Warr

Send us Fan MailFreedom in a Jail Cell: Jill Green and Nicci WarrJeffrey Bill talks about the challenge of earning an associates degree during the pandemic to working as a contractor at Procter and Gamble. Overcoming perfectionism and imposter syndrome, Jeffrey Bill shows us the meaning of being FutureProof. CreditsJayne Dressing…..HostEimee Donbar…….HostJeffrey Bill…….GuestNate Bell…….Student ProducerJamal Lundy…….Intro/Outro Voice Over Nozina Eshkobilova…….Production AssistantBrittany King……..Digital MarketingJacqueline Norton…….Marketing and AdvertisingJoey Hickey…….Graphic DesignSpecial Thanks to:Michael Tekulve……..AVP Studio DirectorDavid Killen…….AVP Program ChairGeoffery Woolf…..Dean Humanities and SciencesAmy Wallbillig…….VP Workforce Development Department

March 2, 2025Episode 635 min

The Coefficient of Friction: Jeffrey Bill

Send us Fan MailThe Coefficient of Friction: Jeffrey Bill Jeffrey Bill talks about the challenge of earning an associates degree during the pandemic to working as a contractor at Procter and Gamble. Overcoming perfectionism and imposter syndrome, Jeffrey Bill shows us the meaning of being FutureProof. CreditsJayne Dressing…..HostEimee Donbar…….HostJeffrey Bill…….GuestNate Bell…….Student ProducerJamal Lundy…….Intro/Outro Voice Over Nozina Eshkobilova…….Production AssistantBrittany King……..Digital MarketingJacqueline Norton…….Marketing and AdvertisingJoey Hickey…….Graphic DesignSpecial Thanks to:Michael Tekulve……..AVP Studio DirectorDavid Killen…….AVP Program ChairGeoffery Woolf…..Dean Humanities and SciencesAmy Wallbillig…….VP Workforce Development Department

December 8, 2024Episode 536 min

Know The Code: Elisa Amissah

Send us Fan MailKnow The Code: Elisa Amissah From Ghana, to Cincinnati State, to NKU. Elisa Amissah Shares with us her college journey towards an applied social engineering degree. Fighting through language barriers and overcoming obstacles Elisa Amissah shows everyone what it means to be Future Proof!CreditJayne Dressing…..HostEimee Donbar…….HostElisa Amissah..….GuestJamal Lundy…….Intro/Outro Voice OverNozina Eshkobilova….Student Producer/ Production AssistantCade Harvey....Social Media Specialist/Production Assistant Dylan Gaskins....Social Media Specialist/Production Assistant Special Thanks to:Michael Tekulve……..AVP Studio DirectorDavid Killen…….AVP Program ChairGeoffery Woolf…..Dean Humanities and SciencesAmy Wallbillig…….VP Workforce Development Department

November 17, 2024Episode 443 min

Standing Ready to Serve: Ken Wilson

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November 4, 2024Episode 331 min

Coming Full Circle: Angela Cole

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October 18, 2024Episode 249 min

The Warm and Fuzzy Heart of a Lion: Isabel Baumagartner

Send us Fan MailThe Warm and Fuzzy Heart of a Lion: Isabel Baumagartner Financial Coordinator, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati Cincinnati State Technical and Community CollegeMeet Isabel Baumgartner, Financial Coordinator at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati and a proud Cincinnati State alumna. Isabel’s journey is a powerful testament to overcoming personal challenges and finding a path to success.After graduating from Ursuline Academy, Isabel faced significant uncertainty about her future. She initially pursued music at Xavier University but left feeling overwhelmed. Determined to find her way, she worked as a swim teacher while exploring different career options. It was her desire to make a meaningful impact that eventually led her to Cincinnati State, where she enrolled in the Financial Services associate’s program.Isabel's choice to attend Cincinnati State was driven by the program's flexibility and its valuable co-op opportunities. Her hard work paid off, and she completed a co-op at BGCGC, which later became her full-time role as a Financial Coordinator.Today, Isabel continues to excel at BGCGC while pursuing a Director of Music certificate, blending her passion for music with her professional achievements. Tune in to hear how Isabel transformed her uncertainties into a thriving career and the lessons she’s learned along the way.CreditsJayne Dressing…..HostEimee Donbar…….HostIsabel Baumagartner….GuestJamal Lundy…….Intro/Outro Voice OverNozina Eshkobilova….Student Producer/ Production AssistantNathan Bell….Student EngineerBrittany King……..Digital MarketingJacqueline Norton…….Marketing and AdvertisingJoey Hickey…….Graphic DesignSpecial Thanks to:Michael Tekulve……..AVP Studio DirectorDavid Killen…….AVP Program ChairGeoffery Woolf…..Dean Humanities and SciencesAmy Wallbillig…….VP Workforce Development Department