Fraternity Foodie

Check out our latest podcast interviews (and food suggestions) from all over North America!

What Sorority Is Kamala Harris in?

What sorority is Kamala Harris in? Kamala Harris is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA) and joined the sorority at Howard University, an HBCU (Historically Black College or University). AKA is part of the country’s oldest and most prestigious sororoities and fraternities that are known as the “Divine Nine” historically black organizations with a network of more than 4 million alumni and a combined revenue of $150m according to the NY Times, all of which will be part of an effective mobilization effort ahead of the election for President of the United States in November of 2024.  There are a total of 360,000 women that belong to AKA, and the pride in belonging to the organization is not just something that was part of their undergraduate experience, but rather something they belong to for life. As an example of the power of sorority and fraternity, AKA has already created a political action committee to help bolster the candidate’s chances of going to the White House. When Harris was first announced as Joe Biden’s running mate back in 2020, the campaign was flooded with donations in a very particular amount, $19.08, which is a reference to the....

Jeff Wenninger: Preventing school shootings from happening

Preventing school shootings from happening? Yes, it is possible. Jeff Wenninger is a nationally recognized law enforcement expert with 33 years of experience, most notably as a lieutenant with the LAPD. He has dedicated his career to understanding and improving police practices, specializing in police use of force, crowd management and control, school and campus safety, and security protection measures. As the Founder & CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC, he provides clear and practical expert testimony and consulting services. He uses his extensive experience to help legal professionals, cities, schools, and more navigate the complexities of law enforcement in today’s challenging environment. Jeff’s goal is to boost public trust and safety by offering straightforward, actionable advice and ensuring objectivity in every assessment. In episode 496 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why he decided to go to school at Kent State, what was the best part and the worst part of working for LAPD for over 30 years, how we can prevent school shootings such as the one at Apalachee High School from happening, what went wrong when a former US President was shot at a political rally in Pennsylvania, how common it is for snipers to....

Samantha Card: Why you should fail fast Featured

Why you should fail fast? Samantha Card has some convincing reasons. Samantha Card played Division 1 softball on a scholarship to the University of Pittsburgh after transferring her sophomore year. As a dedicated athlete, she became the captain of the softball team while also pursuing her chemistry degree in the Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, Department of Chemistry. Throughout her collegiate sport career, she became a solidified roster starter and three, four power hitter. Upon graduation, she pursued her master’s in business administration at Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business, where she also studied abroad in Marseille France at Euromed Marseille Ecole de Management. From there, she catapulted up the fortune 100 corporate ladder, while always keeping a pulse on sports through mentoring college athletes, her true passion. She also became a dynamic speaker, motivating athletes everywhere. In episode 495 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, Samantha tells us why she transferred to the University of Pittsburgh to play Division I softball, how she was able to balance sports and academics as a college student, why she had a full-blown identity crisis after graduating, how sports helps her excel in the business world, why you should fail....

Laura Reid: Eliminating the fear of public speaking Featured

Public speaking is the number one skill to grow your business. Imagine speaking with confidence and ease and articulating your message, ideas and story in a way that captivates audiences. Laura Reid, a speaker, author, and speaker coach, will help you find your voice and slay the stage, whether you are speaking to a ballroom or a boardroom, it’s time to be the speaker you’re meant to be. In episode 494 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how Laura made it past her stutter and public speaking anxiety, why she decided to go to school at SUNY Cortland, the power of storytelling for college students, myth-busting public speaking advice, what are the 7 deadly sins of public speaking, advice for college students to build up their confidence for networking, whether anyone can be a public speaker, and four ways to slay from her book, “The Public Speaking Horror Show”. Enjoy! Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqlYIJL9MEc