The Pickup Meeting

Ever stumbled into an unexpected convo that left you energized, inspired, and maybe even laughing out loud? That’s The Pickup Meeting. Join higher ed besties Michael "Brody" Broshears and Kevin Thomas as they sit down with passionate changemakers who put students first and aren’t afraid to shake up the status quo. These are the unplanned conversations that just might become the best part of your day.

Podcasting since 2025 • 57 episodes

The Pickup Meeting

Latest Episodes

Ep. 56 - A "Just Us" Episode

Kevin and Brody clock in for a lively trip down employment memory lane—complete with hairnets, Hardee’s biscuits, disastrous uniforms, questionable bosses, and a one-night gas-station career.Then, they tackle the dreaded campus runaround...

October 20, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 56 • 34:47

Ep. 55 - Rachel Gordon, American University of Antigua

Financial aid isn’t paperwork—it’s people. Rachel Gordon, Vice President for Student Financial Services at the American University of Antigua College of Medicine, joins Kevin and Brody to explore why money conversations are deeply personal, how...

October 13, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 55 • 57:41

Ep. 54 - A "Just Us" Episode

Pumpkin spice, giant skeletons, dishwasher drama—nothing is safe in this “just us” episode! Kevin and Brody kick things off with a fall-themed round of Overrated or Underrated before tackling a bigger question: Do advising models and systems dr...

October 06, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 54 • 38:21

Ep. 53 - A "Just Us" Episode: NACADA Conference Edition

Packing lists, pie plans, and plenty of conference buzz—Kevin and Brody are headed to Oklahoma City for NACADA! Join them for a lively pre-conference catch-up on travel essentials, too many shoes, presenting together for the first time, and the...

October 01, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 53 • 57:31