What's The Word?
328 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsWhat's The Word? is a show about finding out what inspires people to be successful in their respective careers and how social media played a role in their lives.
It is hosted by Cheval John, founder and CEO of Vallano Media, LLC, a marketing agency which helps businesses navigate social media to build a loyal audience and in the process become more profitable.
Every week, you will hear how each guest choose their career path, overcoming the odds to be successful and how social media took their careers to the next level.
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Learning The Laban Movement
February 20, 2014 17:30 - 44 minutes - 9.99 MBDrawing on his international background in ballet, contemporary dance and Laban Movement Analysis, Dana Nicolay strives to create dances that speak clearly and truly of human experience. His body of nearly 50 concert works has produced numerous awards and recognitions from organizations such as the American College Dance Festival Association, Regional Dance America, and the Mid-America Dance Network. He pursues an active freelance career as a teacher, choreographer, and adjudicator. He h...
TNA Wrestling Is Coming To Huntsville, TX
February 13, 2014 20:00 - 29 minutes - 6.5 MBEd Chatal did not think that an intership would lead to him being the Associate Director of Facilities in the Recreational Sports Department at Sam Houston State University. That's exactly what happened to Chatal as he spent 10 weeks as an intern under Jim Smith, who was then Manager of the Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum on the SHSU campus and is now the Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer for the Atlanta Falcons. After Smith left for the WWF, now the WWE, Chatal became the interim manager of ...
Solving The Myth of the Press Gang
February 11, 2014 20:00 - 34 minutes - 7.59 MBJeremiah Dancy is the Visiting Assistant Professor of Military History at Sam Houston State University in Texas. He received his DPhil from the University of Oxford, where his research examined British naval manning at the end of the eighteenth century. His book, The Myth of the Press Gang, is due out in 2014. He holds a BA in history from Appalachian State University, and a MA in Naval History from the University of Exeter. Jeremiah served as a US Marine for four years, and was deplo...
Making A Great First Impression
February 04, 2014 20:00 - 1 hour - 14.1 MBMichelle Van Otten knows the importance of making a great first impression. Van Otten has empowered entrepreneurs to actualize their next level through her training programs and services. It really isn't a surprise because she has brought that drive from competing in fitness to her business. Hear her story of determination to succeed in the business world and also find out if she is planning to return to compete in the fitness industry.
The Life of An "Eventual Millionaire."
January 30, 2014 21:00 - 1 hour - 14 MBEver since Jaime Tardy was little, she wanted to be a millionaire. So she went to a great school and paved a path in corporate America. She ended up with what looked like an amazing life on the surface. She had a great career, but hated it. She made great money, but was $70,000 in debt. She paid off the debt in 16 months and quit her job to start her own business. Now, Jaime has interviewed over 90 millionaires for her web show, Eventual Millionaire. She has been seen on CNN, MSN, Yahoo...
Making a Difference Through Rock
January 23, 2014 17:00 - 39 minutes - 8.78 MBBoardwalk Isabella is an independent English rock band with a difference. The band formed in Devon, UK in 2011 and is fronted by Singer/Songwriter, James C Hughes, former New Wave bassist and session man. Hughes spent the last 18 months writing and recording their debut album, Headed for the Promised Land, to be released later this year on his own imprint Reconnection Records. The album is an incendiary mix of musical influences ranging from David Bowie, Free, The Rolling Stones, Stev...
Preparing Future Performers
January 22, 2014 20:30 - 32 minutes - 7.11 MBAs the Director of Opera at Sam Houston State University in Texas, Rebecca Renfro Grimes possesses a versatile artistry that spans from teaching to directing to performing. Ms. Grimes’ stage credits include leading roles in Die Fledermaus, Le nozze di Figaro, Impressario, Dido and Aeneas, and Don Giovanni. Her directing credits include productions with Greater Worcester Opera in Massachusetts, Opera del West and University of Connecticut Opera Theater. Under Ms. Grimes’ leadership, SH...
Zaagman's Journey To Business Success
January 21, 2014 20:00 - 42 minutes - 9.54 MBKen and Nicole Zaagman's mission is to empower couples, families, athletes and pet owners to live healthier, happier lives through sharing their own live experiences and health challenges Nicole is a young, creative individual at heart who recently re-branded her niche to empower the visual success of other entrepreneurs. Her experience working as a graphic and digital designer, starting a professional photography studio with her mother and creating her first business at age 22 all culminat...
Terri Jaggers' Lesson On Leadership
January 20, 2014 21:30 - 44 minutes - 10.1 MBFormer Mrs.US America Terri Jaggers returns to talk about her upcoming speaking engagement at the "Learning To Lead" event at the Mafridge Auditorium on the campus of Sam Houston State University (SHSU) on Jan. 22. At the age of 25, Terri had already experience a high level of business success when she married Houston attorney Patrick Jaggers. Since then, the Jaggers have successfully operated numerous businesses in and around Houston, while welcoming dozens of foster children into their h...
There's No Place Like "Home"
January 16, 2014 02:00 - 32 minutes - 7.15 MBJennifer Gauntt has spent her academic and professional careers at Sam Houston State University. She earned her bachelor's degree in journalism from SHSU in 2003 and recently graduated with her master's degree in English. She currently is the communications manager for the Sam Houston State University Marketing and Communications Office, where she coordinates news and feature articles that appear on both Today@Sam and the SHSU homepage; assists with writing and editing for several universit...
An Economist's Look At Inequality
January 14, 2014 20:00 - 37 minutes - 8.29 MBDr. Mark Frank is a Professor in the Department of Economics and International Business at Sam Houston State University. He is an award-winning educator, former President of the Faculty Senate, and active research scholar. His research focuses primarily on issues relating to income inequality in the United States. Dr. Frank is most noted for the development of a comprehensive panel of income inequality measures for each state annually since 1916. This unique data set is freely available, ...
Ronin's Guide To Networking
January 09, 2014 16:00 - 45 minutes - 10.1 MBKara Ronin, founder of Executive Impressions, recognised the need for international business etiquette training and consultancy through her 10 years of international experience. Australian born, she has lived in Japan, the United States and is now based in Lyon, France. Her international background and passion for etiquette led her to create Executive Impressions where she works with professionals and companies. Ronin's experience has led her to share the do's and don'ts of international net...
Coaching From Experience
January 07, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 13.6 MBEmily Correa is the founder of Vida Linda Coaching, a New York City based company that provides effective, strategic, and enlighting coaching services to a diversity of artists, entertainers and creative professionals so that they can be leaders in their fields. As a Certified Life/Business Coach with 350 hours of training through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, Ms. Correa's feels that she is in position to guide future artists because of her own experience as she was ...
"Frisco" State of Mind
January 02, 2014 20:00 - 31 minutes - 7.02 MBAs the 2014NCAADivision I Football Championship Game getting closer by the minute, all eyes will be set on Frisco, Texas, the fastest growing city in the United States. Frisco's mayor Maher Maso has every reason to beem with pride. With all the amenities and facilities this suburb of Dallas/Ft.Worth provides including the Toyota Stadium, home of FC Dallas, it makes sense on why the NCAA chose to host the FCS championship game in a progressive and community-minded city.
Out With The Old, In With The New
January 01, 2014 22:00 - 51 minutes - 11.5 MBAs we say goodbye to 2013, we reflect on the successes and failures that transpired in our lives. Dustina Alley can agree with that as she has fulfilled her goals this year and is dedicated to taking it to another level in 2014. Her background in personal training and working in the fitness industry has helped her to be an inspiration to many people who are looking to get on track with their fitness goals. Michelle Madrid-Branch returns to talk about her new year's goals and how 2013 ha...
The Causes That Makes You Sing
December 30, 2013 20:00 - 35 minutes - 7.87 MBBekah Eden returns to talk about the causes she is involved in. In 2010 Eden began to work as a successful small business owner under Bekah Eden. Inc., offering music instruction and talent development to students locally and nationally. Eden also built a reputation as a well known cause artist, working for charitable organizations such as Harvesting Happiness for Heroes, a national 501 © (3) nonprofit organization, benefitting post combat veterans and their families challenged with the invi...
Finding Your "Epiphany"
December 23, 2013 23:00 - 1 hour - 16.4 MBSamantha Goldberg aka “Sassi Sammi” is a noted and highly sought after celebrity wedding and event planner in the New York, Chicago and LA Metro markets. She’s known nationwide for her “Innate” yet “Mystical” design skillset and for being the “Fabulously” famous party planner to the stars” as seen on the Style Network’s “Whose Wedding Is It Anyway” and various other networks. Samantha has operated Samantha Goldberg & Co- Gold Events LLC for over 2 decades. She launched her now highly success...
The Laws of Success
December 17, 2013 20:00 - 42 minutes - 9.62 MBAlex Hammer is the founder and CEO of Media 2.0, a leading content and ecommerce company. From a young age, Alex has been interested in the study of success principles. For over two decades, he has interviewed and examined the lives of the most successful individuals across a variety of fields. His book, The Laws And Secrets Of Success." is one of the books that came from his intensive research of finding out what success people do.
Collaboration With A Cause
December 14, 2013 20:00 - 59 minutes - 13.5 MBSteve Nagy is a part time writer who made an audio book called, "My 101 Reasons To Love The Dallas Cowboys." Nagy also had the opportunity to co-wrote an article about Cancer Awareness with actress and model, Christy Bella Joiner that has appeared on many media outlets including the New York Yankees own, "Yes Network" Cassidy McMillan is an award-winning Filmmaker/Actress, and is the Director/Producer of the acclaimed upcoming Documentary Film "Bullies And Friends", which focuses on bull...
Eka's "No Plan Business Plan"
December 12, 2013 20:00 - 51 minutes - 11.6 MBEbong Eka is a Certified Public Accountant who has helped countless small businesses and entrepreneurs to fulfill their dream goals. He has appeared regularly on media outlets like MSNBC, Fox Business and Inc. Magazine. His new book, "Start Me Up! The No Business Plan Business Plan", is set to be released in February of 2014. Visit at www.ebongeka.com Lia Snider is a graduate from Sam Houston State University with her bachelor's degree in Psychology and minor in Philosphy. After graduati...
A Songwriter's "Bad Hair Day"
December 10, 2013 23:30 - 55 minutes - 12.4 MBOne might wonder why singer/songwriter, Krista Earle, is having a "Bad Hair Day"? Well, the reason is that Earle burst onto the Canadian national radio scene with her debut single,"Bad Hair Day" in 2011 and followed with "Man Up" in 2012. Earle has a smooth voice and her catchy country/pop tunes allows her to have a fan base of tweens and adults. Earle is a member of many music organizations including the Country Music Association of Ontario and the Nashville Songwriters Association Intern...
2013 FCS Playoffs: Bearkats vs. Lions
December 07, 2013 21:00 - 37 minutes - 8.29 MBThe NCAA Division I Football Championships has begun. Sam Houston State University advanced to the second round of the playoffs with a 51-20 win over Southern Utah. The Bearkats will now face Southland Conference champion and No.4 Seed Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday night at 7 p.m. The last time these two teams met, the Lions defeated the Bearkats and eventual claim the conference title outright the following week. We will preview this anticipated re-match that will take place at Stra...
A Life of Service
December 03, 2013 20:00 - 46 minutes - 10.3 MBJohn C. Roberts' experience in the private sector prepared him for public service. Roberts serves as the Diplomat in Residence in the Texas-Louisiana region for the United States' Department of State. Before that, he represented the Department as a Public Affairs Officer in seven nations of the Eastern Caribbean Visit at http://www.uh.edu/class/political-science/faculty-and-staff/professors/roberts/index.php
The Persistent Dreamer
November 26, 2013 20:00 - 42 minutes - 9.5 MBIndie Country Artist Christina Elizabeth is a singer/songwriter who has auditioned for Fox's XFactor and NBC's The Voice. Though she didn't make it through, the San Antonio, TX native has written songs like "Never Leave You and "Small Texas Town." Ms. Christina Elizabeth is a member of the BMI and is currently No.2 on ReverbNation in the Country/Bluegrass/Folk section.
FCS' "Game of the Year"
September 28, 2013 16:30 - 1 hour - 18.8 MBDubbed as the "Game of the Year," by the Sports Network, No.2 ranked Eastern Washington Eagles is looking to get even with No.4 ranked Sam Houston State Bearkats at Elliot T. Bowers Stadium in Huntsville, TX. These two teams met in the NCAA FCS semifinals last year where the Bearkats pulled off a 45-42 win in Cheney, Washington to make it back to the title game in Frisco for the second year in a row. The game will be televised regionally on CSN Houston at 2 p.m. So check your local station...
"Moore" Passion Leads To Success
June 25, 2013 18:30 - 20 minutes - 4.56 MBJustine Moore turned her passion of helping others to get into shape into a sustainable business that allows her to participate in the NPC Fitness Competition. Hear how Justine overcame her adversity to became one of the most recognizable people in the industry and earned the "Personal Trainer of the Month" by BodyBuilding.com.
The Life of A Spokesperson
May 14, 2013 19:00 - 27 minutes - 6.18 MBJulia May aspiration's was to become a journalist. Instead, she took a different path when she started working for the Communications Department at Sam Houston State and hasn't look back since. Hear her story about the daily life of a spokesperson and why things turns out different than you expect.
History And Economics Do Mix
March 07, 2013 17:00 - 39 minutes - 8.78 MBThe job of the historian is to understand past events in order to connect it to the current events of the day. With the economy currently in recovery mode from the "Great Recession" from 2008-10, many wonder if it will ever get back to the "normal." Brian Domitrovic, Ph.D., believes that it can return to it normalcy if those in power takes the steps that was taken that brought a 3% during the presidency of Ronald Reagan. Domotrivic wrote a book called "Econoclast: The Rebels Who Sparke...