MSU Denver Alumni Bird Talk

by MSU Denver Alumni

An MSU Denver Podcast about Alumni Careers and Lives hosted by Jamie Hurst ‘21.

Bird Talk is a fascinating glimpse into the lives and careers of the university's accomplished alumni. Each episode features an in-depth interview with an alum who shares their unique journey and insights on how their time at MSU Denver shaped their success. From entrepreneurs to educators, artists to scientists, Bird Talk offers a diverse  ... 

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Podcast episodes

  • Season 2

  • Eric Lansing '09

    Eric Lansing '09

    S02 E22
    Mar 1, 2025
    01:00:14

    Jamie & Eric squawk about the evolution of athletics media at MSU Denver, 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.

  • Kayla Wright-Jackson '19

    Kayla Wright-Jackson '19

    S02 E21
    Feb 5, 2025
    50:35

    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.

  • Brad Kaplan '82

    Brad Kaplan '82

    S02 E20
    Jan 6, 2025
    01:01:10

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

  • Jeremi Medina '21

    Jeremi Medina '21

    S02 E07
    Dec 9, 2024
    53:25

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

  • Stephen Lease '16

    Stephen Lease '16

    S02 E06
    Nov 1, 2024
    56:11

    Jamie & Stephen squawk about Stephen’s winding entrepreneurial journey, the magic of Goodr’s vibrant company culture, the importance of mental health, and how MSU Denver helped shape his success.