Ever wonder what it's like to sit in the room with Donnie and Alex? This is the episode for you. Join us as they spend some time catching up, discussing current events, talking sports, fraternity news and the recent sports-related fighting. Spoiler: Don't fight. Be Nice.

Last June, the TKE Nation Podcast asked four Fraters from different places in their TKE journey to share their story as part of our unique Esteem Discussion Series. We are again joined by Mark Romig, Erich Ploog, Keyeon Pitts and TJ Morgan for a panel discussion on what has changed in a year, what they hope for in the future and an honest conversation about what the values of TKE mean, and how they can be applied in today's society.

Frater Edmund C. Moy (Lambda, Wisconsin) joins us on the show again. Frater Moy served from 2007 to 2013 on the Grand Council and is a Past Grand Prytanis. Professionally, Frater Moy served as Special Assistant to the President for Presidential Personnel under the George W. Bush administration, and he was the 38th Director of the United States Mint. Join the conversation as we learn about Ed's TKE story, career journey, and, of course, Swenson slips in a few cryptocurrency questions.

We are joined by Grand Grammateus Frater Ryan Vescio (Rho-Omega, South Carolina) who serves as the chairman of TKE's Strategic Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. As Pride month begins, Frater Vescio shares the work which the DEI committee has done over the last year.

We are joined by Frater Dr. Gerald Opthof (Rho-Zeta, Montclair State) from the Opthof Center for Psychotherapy in New Jersey. As we wrap up mental health awareness month, Dr. Opthof talks about the stigma of mental health as men and how important it is to be open and honest.

We are joined once again by Collegiate Advisory Committee Chairman Cole Conner. He is a graduating senior majoring in sports management with minors in business administration, sales and entrepreneurship. While at Epsilon-Omicron, he has served as Epiprytanis, Rush Chair and Fundraising Chair, and received the honors of Top TEKE, Top New Member, Top Recruiter and Top Fundraiser. In this episode, he shares his experience in TKE, his chapter, life lessons and talks career stauts as he begins...

Dr. Richard Halgin (Epsilon-Delta, Massachusetts) has been guiding the men of the Epsilon-Delta Chapter since 2016 and is joining us for the first time on the TKE Nation Podcast as we talk Mental Health Awareness Month. At the University of Massachusetts, he is a Professor Emeritus of psychology, works with athletes/teams, and has recently become the Epsilon-Delta Chapter Advisor. 2:30 Recapping Frater Andrew Hughes 4:00 Donnie Dabbles In Reddit 9:30 Mental Health Awareness Month 14:00 Alex...

Join us for a very special episode interviewing Frater Andrew Hughes from Mount Everest Base Camp! Frater Hughes (Chi, Washington) is currently making his second attempt to summit Mount Everest. This attempt is nearly two years from the 2019 season when he fell just short of the summit after coming down with pneumonia during his summit rotation. At that time, he was evacuated by helicopter from 21,500 feet to a Kathmandu Hospital for recovery. This year he will be attempting the seldom...

This week we're joined by young alumnus A.J. Eckstein (Beta-Sigma, Southern California) and Henry Gao (Beta-Sigma, Southern California). In 2020, A.J. and Henry launched a start-up called the Career Coaching Company. Most recently, CC launched the Final Round Podcast. Have you ever wondered why only a few people get past the final round interview and land the job? Their show will tell you how? Our show will tell you why you should listen. Check out the Podcast at...

Volunteer Appreciation continues this week with a special interview featuring two of TKE's top volunteers! So join us for National Volunteer Appreciation Week as we talk with Fraters Patrick McElroy (Iota-Beta, Susquehanna) and Thomas Geary (Omicron-Sigma, Indiana Southeast)! These two Fraters are dedicated and serve multiple roles, and we get inside their heads and see what makes them tick. 3:00 Naked Mole-Rats (Yeah, we went there. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯) 4:00 Oscar Picks (Because it's what we...

Zach Scott checks in with his take on the Rule of Three and shares some inside info on our Chapter Builder resource. Also on the show, Donnie and Alex talk with a special guest tie-in since we are fresh off the Masters - Mark Vukovich (Pi-Iota, Nevada, Reno) is an aspiring professional golfer and shares his journey from downhill ski racing to golf pro. :15 Podners :30 Amen At The Corner 4:00 Masters Recap 12:00 Rule Of Three (18-year-old Donnie speaks!) 14:20 Alex Dropping Knowledge...

We are still celebrating National Volunteer Month this week on the podcast as we chat with Barry Altland (Xi-Iota, Central Florida). Barry is a consultant, speaker, presenter, author, facilitator and non-profit executive—In other words, he knows a thing or two about volunteering! Barry brings this experience to the table and we discuss the role of intrinsic motivation in volunteerism. Do you volunteer with any organizations? What motivates you to stay involved? Let us know on social media...

Donnie and Alex are talking with Frater Edwin Robinson (Theta-Nu, Southeastern Louisiana). Robinson is a heavily involved alumni volunteer currently serving as Grand Province Advisor for the Apollo Province (FL) and is the Commander of TKE Order of the Shield, which recognizes Fraters who have served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces. He's also about to inject your day with some intense energy. So strap in. :30 First Up, Basketball! (You were surprised, weren't you? Bet you never...

This week we talk March Madness, bracket fails and the guys come to grips with their less than accurate predictions. We also hear from Zach Scott, who shares what he has learned from his time working for TKE HQ. :30 Happy Birthday Ava Swenson! :50 Bracket Disappointments 6:00 Alex Almost Apologizes To Nick Kimble 10:00 Hinkle Fieldhouse 12:00 Ron Harper And Michael Jordan Golf 15:00 Cole Connor vs. Nick Kimble 19:00 Miami Beach Spring Break 2021 20:50 Rule Of Three: Vacation...

It's March Madness, so you know Donnie and Alex are going to talk brackets. Also on the show this week is Heather Green. Heather is the Chapter Advisor for the Pi-Theta Chapter at the University of Texas-San Antonio. She is the Director of Annual Giving at UTSA and a board member, Chapter Advisor and Task Force Head of Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority. :03 March Madness 7:32 ....I Hope You Guys Like College Basketball... 14: 30 More March Madness 22:10 Rule of Three: Favorite College...

It's March. Most people have already given up on their resolutions. Don't do that. Donnie and Alex talk with Frater Charley Reagan (Iota-Kappa, Clarkson) about his own fitness journey. Listen in and get motivated again! Also, Alex is traveling, and Santos says, "Hey guys." So, that's different. 6:00 NBA Topshot update 8:00 Santos says, "Hey guys." 9:30 Alex Deserved It. 11:00 LSU Chapter Kills It On Recruitment (Secrets revealed!) 13:00 TKE.org/Phiredup (Go do it already, it's...

We are joined by Frater Joe Santangelo (Upsilon-Lambda, Staten Island). Joe works for VanyerMedia and shares what he has learned from his time in TKE and what it has been like to work for one of the TKE HQ team's favorite entrepreneurs, Gary Vaynerchuk. Gary V is a phenomenal and energetic author, speaker and internet personality, and Joe gives us a little taste of that energy in this episode. 1:00 The Weather. Exciting right? 6:30 Swenson Is Mean. (Please keep sharing and commenting.) 10:50...

In this episode, Donnie and Swenson sit down with Jed Collins, a former NFL fullback of eight seasons turned leadership consultant/expert in financial management and our newest TKE Partnership with Your Money Vehicle. From financial insights to NFL Insider Stories and leadership, Don't miss this episode! :20 Intro 1:30 Donnie ❤️'s Snow (Sarcasm is tricky in this format.) 6:20 Chapter Eternal 9:00 Top Shot is a Fad? 11:20 Gif vs. The Wrong Way... Also Peanut Butter Preference 16:30 Rule of...

Joining us for this episode is Frater Tyler M. Salley (Mu-Upsilon, Illinois State). Frater Salley is a member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee, and we discuss Black History Month and what the DEI committee is working on. Donnie and Alex also take some time to get real on what "good brotherhood" is all about. :20 Intro and Black History Month 8:00 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer Training 9:25 Rule of Three 15:00 Brotherhood... Maybe Not What You Thought? 22:22 Value...

This week, we talk Super Bowl. Don't act surprised; You knew this was coming. And be sure to tune in next week to talk about Black History Month with a member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee. :00 We Dive Into The Super Bowl 5:00 Basketball Season 6:00 Black History Month Preview 7:30 Back To The Super Bowl 12:40 Swenson Explains The Weeknd 17:30 Wall Street Follow Up 21:20 Rule Of Three 25:30 Where In The World Is Zach Scott (Hint: Still Tampa, but now with Super Bowl...

This week, where hear from two guests, and Zach Scott befriends a cow. Wealth management professional Bryan Keller talks about the Stock Market and GameStop, Jason Galea shares advice on business from the hard-hit restaurant industry and Donnie and Swenson talk Super Bowl - the teams, the players and the food! :20 - Welcome 1:32 - Bryan Keller/Wealth Management/GameStop 31:30 - Your Money Vehicle with Jed Collins 33:00 - Super Bowl 44:45 - Other Current Events 46:44 - The Rule of Three - Top...

Episode 2: Where Zach is still in Florida, Swenson's Tag skills are unassailable, Donnie waxes philosophical on golf, we pick up a few podcasts you might want to check out and Phired Up VP Woody Woodcock drops some knowledge on you. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts or at TKE.org/Podcast. 00:20 Intro 00:50 Swenson is disappointed 1:48 Lateral Agility (Swenson's Mad Tag Skills) 8:00 Golf and Philosophy 15:55 Rule of Three 20:00 Gary Vaynerchuk 23:17 TKE Corner 31:00 Where in the...

Season Two of the TKE Nation Podcast kicks off with a new format, two full-time hosts, and we are excited to be joined by Celebrity Chef Brian Duffy! From his early days in the kitchen to running his own restaurants, Frater Duffy has a great story to share. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts or at TKE.org/Podcast. 0:00 Introducing The New Format 7:00 What's New 15:00 Checking in with the NFL 37:10 The Rule of Three 47:58 TKE Corner 54:30 Where in the World is Zach Scott 1:01:00...

Happy Founder's Day TKE Nation, and welcome to this special bonus episode of the TKE Nation Podcast. To celebrate our Fraternity's founding, The TKE Nation Podcast is happy to release this reenactment of that speech. It will also be available on YouTube for you to watch the full video, as it appeared for the first time during our Centennial Celebration in 1999. As we reflect on the impact of that speech and our organization's future, the TKE Nation Podcast is also proud to broadcast the 2021...

As we near the end of 2020, Frater Alex Swenson sat down with a few members of the Collegiate Advisory Committee to find out what we learned. Join CAC Chairman Cole Conner and CAC members Ty Hogg (Beta-Zeta, Louisiana Tech) and Reese Jones (Alpha-Pi George Washington) as we break down what we've heard in the Esteem Discussion series so far and what we can expect as we look to 2021. The conversation isn't over, and the expectation of Excellence will continue no matter what the future holds!