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.
Episodes
26 episodes
Ep. 25 - A "Just Us" Episode
What if faculty are the secret sauce in student success? In this episode of The Pickup Meeting, Kevin and Brody kick things off with sports hot takes, Olympics nostalgia, and the kind of job stories that include delivering newspapers i...
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Ep. 24 - Tyler Phelps, Washington University in St. Louis
What happens when you mix student success, Disney debates, video game nostalgia, and one of the most respected advising professionals in the field? You get an episode that’s both fun and full of substance. Kevin and Brody sit down w...
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Episode 24
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Ep. 23 - A "Just Us" Episode
March has arrived, and with it comes fake spring, real allergies, bracket dreams, and that annual daylight savings debate we all pretend will be resolved someday. In this "Just Us" episode, Kevin and Brody pull back the curtain on public speaki...
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Ep. 22 - Jerel Benton, Radford University
Kevin and Brody welcome Jerel Benton, Assistant Provost for Student Success at Radford University, for a conversation that travels from the tutoring rooms to the leadership table. Along the way, Jerel shares how a nursing major became a student...
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Ep. 21 - A "Just Us" Episode
Winter is (almost) over, spring break is playing hard to get, and The Pickup Meeting is back with a classic “Just Us” episode. Brody and Kevin kick things off with birthday gauntlets, daylight savings time grievances, and a spirited debate over...
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Ep. 20 - Cecilia Olivares, University of Missouri
In this episode of The Pickup Meeting, Brody and Kevin welcome Cecilia Olivares, Director of Academic Advising Initiatives at the University of Missouri and former NACADA President, for a conversation that zigzags delightfully f...
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Ep. 19 - A Just Us Episode
In this Just Us edition of The Pickup Meeting, Kevin Thomas and Michael “Brody” Broshears settle into a wide-ranging conversation that feels like one of their regular phone calls. From the many ways we mispronounce February and ...
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Ep. 18 - Jennifer Markin, Henry Ford College
This episode of The Pickup Meeting kicks off with peak banter, including an impossible Indiana football season, shared indifference toward cars, and the kind of sports fandom that only comes once in a lifetime. Kevin and Brody then wel...
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Ep. 17 - A "Just Us" Episode
This week on The Pickup Meeting, Brody and Kevin ditch the guest list and settle into a classic Just Us episode. Think less polished panel, more honest phone call between two friends who’ve seen a few semesters, a few campuses...
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Ep. 16 - Rodney Mondor, University of Southern Maine
🎙️ From Mascot Suits to Dean’s Office: Say Yes (and Hold On)This episode of The Pickup Meeting is a full-tilt ride with Rodney Mondor, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at the University of S...
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Ep. 15 - A "Just Us" Episode
🎙️ New Year, Same Pickup EnergyIt’s 2026! In the first Just Us episode of the year, Kevin and Brody kick things off with sharp banter, real talk, and the kind of spirited disagreement that only longtime co-hosts can survi...
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Ep. 14 - Kerry Kincanon, Oregon State University
🎙️ New Year, Same Pickup Meeting Energy (But Less “Circle Back”)In the first Pickup Meeting of 2026, Brody and Kevin kick off the year with a conversation that spirals into resolutions, leadership, and why grocery stores might be ...
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Ep. 13 - The "Just Us" Episode
Before the calendar flips and the ball drops, Brody and Kevin wrap up 2025 of The Pickup Meeting! In this special “Just Us” mini episode, the duo looks back on personal wins, professional highlights, and the unexpected moment...
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Ep. 12 - Michelle Pickett, Northern Illinois University
Brody and Kevin are back to talk hot and cold weather, holiday traditions, and the magic of Mariah Carey season! They are then joined by Dr. Michelle Pickett, Director of the Academic Advising Center at Northern Illinois Univers...
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Ep. 11 - Jon Mark Hall, University of Southern Indiana
Grab your coffee (or whatever keeps you running through back-to-back meetings) and join Brody and Kevin for another hilarious and heartfelt episode of The Pickup Meeting! This week, they’re talking with Jon Mark Hall, Vice Presi...
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Ep. 10 - Chrissy Davis Jones, HACC Central Pennsylvania's Community College
In this milestone 10th episode of The Pickup Meeting, Kevin and Brody celebrate double digits with an unforgettable guest, Dr. Chrissy Davis Jones, Vice President of Student Success and Enrollment Management a...
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Ep. 9 - Bobby Gandu, Wichita State University
🎙️ From Shocker Spirit to Innovation Nation — with Bobby GanduThis week on The Pickup Meeting, Kevin and Brody are back with birthday cake in hand for a laugh-filled chat that goes from tight-rolled jeans an...
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Ep. 8 - Isabelle Rena Langham, University of Tennessee Knoxville
🎙️ The Pickup Meeting: “From Songwriting Dreams to Student Success — A Conversation with Isabelle Langham”In this lively and laughter-filled episode, Brody and Kevin welcome the incredible Isabelle Rena Langham, Director of...
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Ep. 7 - Marsha Miller, NACADA & Kansas State University
🎙️ “Advising Legends, Dogs, Donuts, and the Energizer Bunny: A Conversation with Marsha Miller”Get ready for an episode that’s part celebration, part storytelling, and all heart. 🎉 Brody Broshears and Kevin Thomas si...
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Ep. 6 - Jenny Bloom, Florida Atlantic University
Get ready for a feel-good episode packed with wisdom, laughter, and a few surprise concert stories! 🎶 Brody and Kevin kick things off with their favorite music memories before welcoming the incredible Dr. Jenny Bloom from F...
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Ep. 5 - Todd Burrell, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
⚾🍩 From Cardinals heartbreaks to donut debates, Kevin and Brody kick off this episode of The Pickup Meeting with laughter and plenty of sugar cravings. Then they’re joined by Todd Burrell, longtime admissions leader turned Unive...
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Ep. 4 - Ben Gross, Lipscomb University
Saving thousands on haircuts, binge-buying vinyl, and interviewing one of higher ed’s most approachable leaders. This week, Brody and Kevin sit down with Ben Gross for a conversation that blends laughter, leadership, and li...
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Ep. 3 - John Vasquez, University of Michigan
Brody and Kevin are back for Episode 3 with more bantering about podcast bloopers, international listeners (yes, even you, Croatia 👀), and the electric energy of a new academic year. This week, they’re joined by John Vasquez
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Ep. 2 - Dana Zahorik, Fox Valley Technical College
Treehouses, thrift shops, and throwing firewood! In this not-so-filler second episode, Kevin and Brody are back! Join the fun as they welcome former NACADA President and advising superstar Dana Zahorik for a candid convo ab...
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Ep. 1 - Tara Stopfel Warden, University of Cincinnati
In the premiere episode of The Pickup Meeting, Kevin Thomas and Brody Broshears kick off their long-awaited podcast adventure! Their first guest? The unstoppable Tara Stopfel Warden from the University of Cincinnat...
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