海角社区

Travis Scott Luther '08

Episode 1

Jamie & Travis squawk about all things 海角社区: including, Travis' life, careers, and how tripling your failure can lead to doubling your success.

Gary Striewski '10

Episode 2

Jamie & Gary squawk about Gary's love for 海角社区, his dog, Homie, the importance of saying "yes" when opportunities present themselves, and all things ESPN.

Bre D贸vez '17

Episode 3

Jamie & Bre squawk about centering joy, community, and Bre's unwillingness to deviate from centering humans.

Abby Lundien '17

Episode 4

Jamie & Abby squawk about brew science, what kind of beer to try at a new place, and the 海角社区 community.

Megan Kelly '21

Episode 5

Jamie & Megan squawk about the entertainment industry, being well-rounded, and the non-linear path.

Rebecca Totman '05

Episode 6

Jamie & Rebecca squawk about the Simpsons, Burning Man, creating joy through art, and being a resourceful Roadrunner.

Bree Davies '07

Episode 7

Jamie & Bree squawk about City Cast Denver, artist advocacy, Bree's mom, and never saying the word "lit."

Russell Noles '81

Episode 8

Jamie & Russell squawk about Denver sports, the Board of Trustees, Roadrunner family ties, and creating community.

Ean Tafoya '12

Episode 9

Jamie & Ean squawk about advocacy, starting in the weeds, work ethic, the Sun Valley community, and 海角社区's impactful community.

Jim Qualtieri '96

Episode 10

Jamie & Jim squawk about the CIA, 海角社区's transformation over the years, the impact of mentorship, and Jim's tenure on the Alumni Association Board of Directors.

Jonathon Stalls '09

Episode 11

Jamie & Jonathon squawk about moving at the speed of trust, imperfect messy self love, and the medicine of walking.

Flannery Davis Love '23

Episode 12

Jamie & Flannery squawk about visiting polar bears, being an elite marathoner, psychotherapy, and her experience in the Olympic trials.

Amber Mozet '06

Episode 13

Jamie & Amber squawk about being a mascot, the Black Alumni Network, starting cultural changes in the community, and being the oldest au pair in Germany.

Justin Darnall '19

Episode 14

Jamie & Justin squawk about rugby, military service, and education at 海角社区, they explore his passion for space, mathematics, and his current position at Blue Origin.

Amy Watanabe '11

Episode 15

In this very special 海角社区 Day of Giving live episode, Jamie & Amy squawk about building community and sports, Amy's travels to presidential libraries, and coaching.

Bloopers & Outtakes

Episode 16

Ruby & David squawk about how lucky they are to be a part of 海角社区, this amazing podcast, and take listeners on a journey of the best bloopers & outtakes. In this episode, our host Jamie says funny stuff and so do our guests.

Alyssa Svalberg '18

Episode 17

Jamie & Alyssa squawk about the inspiring work of the Gold Crown Foundation, the intricacies of athletics programs, finding your voice as a woman in sports, and Alyssa鈥檚 remarkable family.

Stephen Lease '16

Episode 18

Jamie & Stephen squawk about Stephen鈥檚 winding entrepreneurial journey, the magic of Goodr鈥檚 vibrant company culture, the importance of mental health, and how 海角社区 helped shape his success.

Jeremi Medina '21

Episode 19

Jamie & Jeremi squawk about student government, the Kamala Harris campaign, amplifying marginalized voices, exploring his journey from 海角社区 to his dedication to reshaping leadership.

Brad Kaplan '82

Episode 20

Jamie & Brad squawk about what it means to be the gold standard of alumni, the value of staying connected to 海角社区, the power of mentorship, and Brad's passion for Roadrunners Athletics.

Kayla Wright Jackson '19

Episode 21

Jamie & Kayla squawk about blazing trails in healthcare as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and being a CEO of a groundbreaking tech startup bridging the gap between education and industry through trust, diversity, and bold innovation.

Eric Lansing '09

Episode 22

Jamie & Eric squawk about the evolution of athletics media at 海角社区, Eric's wild journey from student journalist to Assistant Athletics Director, the magic of storytelling in sports marketing, and pure passion that make Roadrunners Athletics something incredibly special.

Cheri Reynolds '97

Episode 23

Jamie & Cheri squawk about health equity and how Colorado Access is partnering with 海角社区 to build a more inclusive healthcare workforce.

Matt Maley '06

Episode 24

Matt and Jamie explore the connections between community, legacy and personal growth. They dive into the power of relationships, the impact of athletics and discipline, and how one act of philanthropy can keep a memory alive while empowering future students.

Zander Keig '99

Episode 25

Jamie talks with award-winning social worker Zander Keig. From his early life navigating identity and service in the Coast Guard to his trailblazing work in caregiving and LGBTQ advocacy, Zander shares a powerful story of resilience, reinvention, and radical empathy.

Roy Alexander '74

Episode 26

Jamie sits down with Roy Alexander, a seasoned accountant and financial expert whose passion for affordable housing has shaped his career. From his childhood in the Caribbean to his journey to 海角社区 and beyond, Roy shares how key mentors and life experiences helped him chart a purposeful and impactful path.

Anita Kudasik '19

Episode 27

In this special live episode of Bird Talk, host Jamie Hurst sits down with Anita Kudasik, a 2019 海角社区 alumna and award-winning hotelier in Salida, Colorado. Anita shares her journey from growing up in her family鈥檚 motel to revitalizing the American Classic Inn while still completing her degree.

Andrew Dole '06 & '13

Episode 28

From chef to dietitian to NFL performance expert, Dr. Andrew Dole鈥檚 career is anything but ordinary. Hear how this two-time 海角社区 alum went from cooking for athletes to fueling the Arizona Cardinals鈥攁nd why lifelong learning has been his ultimate playbook.

Emmy Jacobson '00

Episode 29

Emmy Jacobson is a lifelong aviator, community powerhouse, and 海角社区鈥檚 2025 Volunteer of the Year. From flying at 16 to leading at an Airbus company, Emmy鈥檚 journey proves that Roadrunners don鈥檛 just take flight鈥攖hey soar.

Chucky Moss '88 & '91

Episode 30

Two-time 海角社区 alum Chucky Moss (鈥�88, 鈥�91) to talk about his 30-year career at Wolters Kluwer, the power of mentorship, and why curiosity keeps him moving forward. From Park Hill to global business leader, Chucky shares wisdom, humor, and what it means to 鈥渆njoy the ride鈥� as a lifelong Roadrunner.

Janet Damon '00

Episode 31

This episode features Janet Damon - Colorado's 2025 Teacher of the Year - whose passion for literacy, community, and student well-being is transforming classrooms across Denver. Get ready for a powerful, heartfelt conversation with one of Colorado鈥檚 true changemakers.

Chennelle Diong '16

Episode 32

This episode features Chennelle Diong (鈥�16), co-founder of Good Love Foods, to talk about turning a personal challenge into a nationally recognized gluten-free brand. Chennelle shares the real story behind entrepreneurship, rapid growth, and building a business rooted in inclusion, quality, and community.

Leah Millis '11

Episode 33

From the 海角社区 student newsroom to the front lines of history, photojournalist Leah Millis (鈥�11) has documented some of the world鈥檚 most defining moments 鈥� from the January 6 Capitol riot to protests and global conflict. In this candid conversation, she shares what it takes to tell powerful stories with empathy, the resilience required to work on the front lines, and why ethical, local journalism matters now more than ever.

Paul Anderson '07, '21

Episode 34

From aviation to executive leadership to professional poker, Paul Anderson (鈥�07, 鈥�21) has built a career driven by curiosity and continuous learning. Now an affiliate professor in the College of Business at 海角社区, he joins host Jamie Hurst to reflect on studying leadership across industries, what poker taught him about risk and human behavior, and why creating psychologically safe learning environments matters.

Jan Sumner '74

Episode 35

From throwing BP for the Colorado Rockies to writing 13 books and leading a prison ministry, 海角社区 alum Jan Sumner has stories for days鈥攁nd he delivers. This episode is packed with behind-the-scenes baseball moments, unexpected career turns, and real talk on failure, purpose, and finding your next chapter.