Episodes 34
Avg. Duration 36m
Activity Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (7)
Since Dec 2020
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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About This Podcast

On the Banks is a podcast series, where we meet brothers through interview and storytelling. On the Banks pays homage to the chance meeting of John Templeton McCarty (Jefferson 1848) and Bolivar G. Krepps (Jefferson 1849) on the banks of the Sweetwater River on July 7, 1849. Two brothers who never met, connected 1,500 miles west of Canonsburg when heading to the California Gold Rush. No GPS and no cell phone…they found each other. On the Banks focuses on the power of that connection, meeting new brothers for the first time and embracing our shared values. After listening to one or more episodes, please take our podcast survey at www.phigam.org/PodcastSurvey.

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Recent Episodes

S6E6 Grit, Spit & Never Quit

Mar 05, 2026 51m

In the season 6 finale episode, actor and comedian Rob Riggle (Kansas 1992), best known for his roles in "The Daily Show," “The Hangover" and “Step Brothers,” discusses his new motivational memoir…

S2E5 Higher Education & Male Students

Feb 19, 2026 42m

In this episode, Mitch Daniel (Purdue Faculty, Allegheny Affiliate), the former President of Purdue University (2013-22), discusses the state of higher education today, challenges men face in…

S6E4 Shaping the Modern Gaming Industry

Feb 05, 2026 50m

Have you ever wondered how Phi Gamma Delta’s values could prepare someone to help lead one of the most iconic video game companies in the world? In this episode, Paul Sams (California Santa Barbara…

S6E3 Katie’s Kids

Jan 23, 2026 25m

After the heartbreaking loss of a daughter in 2020, Jim Eckelberry (Akron 1988) and his family set out to honor Katie’s legacy of caring and kindness. To date they have helped over 2,000 kids through…

S6E2 Rising Hope

Jan 08, 2026 38m

In this episode, we meet Theo Avgerinos (Bucknell 2000), a business owner, film director and cinematic storyteller, who discusses his latest documentary film, “Rising Hope.”Once you are finished…

S6E1 Family & Fraternity: Fiji Sires & sons

Dec 19, 2025 32m

The recognition of Fiji Sires & Sons was established 100 years ago. To commemorate this centennial, we visit with the Ieuter family – three generations, seven Fijis, representing five…

S5E5 My Toughest Battle: A Soldier’s Lifelong Struggle with Polio

Apr 25, 2025 38m

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Maj. Gen. Bill Matz, U.S. Army (Ret.) (Gettysburg 1961), who shares his inspiring life story as a boy stricken with polio who, through persistence, overcame…

S5E4 Brotherhood & Business: A Journey of Leadership & Impact

Apr 14, 2025 31m

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Cameron Haring (Miami 2004), who discusses how his entrepreneurial spirit led him back to his hometown of Mansfield, Ohio to make an impact on his community.…

S5E3 Venture Capital: Helping People Achieve Their Dreams

Mar 28, 2025 29m

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Bill Kaiser (MIT 1977), who had a 30-year career in venture capital, a field he describes as “exciting, risky and really fun.” He found reward in helping…

S5E2 The Digital Mirror: How AI Reshapes Young Men’s Mental Health

Mar 14, 2025 40m

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Justin Carter, PhD (North Alabama 2002), who discusses how AI reshapes young men’s mental health and the impacts of treating employees’ psychological health…

S5E1 The Community Grocer

Feb 28, 2025 30m

In this episode of On the Banks, we meet Eli Moraru (Penn 2021), co-founder and president of The Community Grocer. Eli discusses how his entrepreneurial spirit guided him into a nonprofit career…

S4E5 A Philanthropic Mindset

Mar 14, 2023 23m

Host: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992)Guest: Mick Larsen (Washington 2023)In this episode, we meet Mick Larsen (Washington 2023), who discusses Sigma Tau’s commitment to service, which led to the Chapter…

S4E4 A Long Tradition of Service

Feb 28, 2023 20m

Host: Bill Martin (Mississippi State 1975)Guests: Ryan Gottwald (WPI 2024) & Colby Jones (WPI 2024)In this episode, we meet WPI's Philanthropy Chairmen Ryan Gottwald (2024) and Colby Jones…

S4E3 Fundraising for a Purpose

Feb 14, 2023 29m

Host: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992)Guests: Payne Schumann (Chapman 2023) and  Taylor Dintzner (Arizona State 2022)In this episode, we meet Payne Schumann (Chapman 2023) and Taylor Dintzner (Arizona State…

S4E2 Camp Out for Mental Health

Jan 31, 2023 25m

Host: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992)Guest: Andrew McCann (Western Ontario 2023)In Season 4, episode 2, we meet Andrew McCann (2023), who discusses Lambda Omega at Western Ontario’s Camp Out for Mental…

S4E1 In It for the Long Haul

Jan 17, 2023 35m

Host: Bill Martin (Mississippi State 1975)Guest: Tim Kilduff (Kent State 1968)In this episode, we meet Tim Kilduff, the Founder & President of the 26.2 Foundation. Tim talks about the history of…

S3E5 Reflections on High Places

Mar 22, 2022 36m

Host: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992)Guest: Hugh Morton (Auburn 1969)In this episode, we meet Hugh Morton (Auburn 1969), the 69th person to complete the Seven Summits Challenge having summited the tallest…

S3E4 A Negotiator's Mindset

Mar 01, 2022 47m

Hosted By: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992)Guest: Mac Lewison (Akron 1996)In this episode, we meet Mac Lewison (Akron 1996), a former FBI Special Agent. Mac discusses his time in the FBI and how the skills…

S3E3 Keeping a Moral Obligation

Feb 15, 2022 45m

Host: Bill Martin (Mississippi State 1975)Guest: James Miervaldis (Johns Hopkins 2006)In this episode, we meet James Miervaldis (Johns Hopkins 2006), a veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan.…

S3E2 A Citizen Scholar Revealed

Feb 01, 2022 23m

Host: Doug Draper (Kansas 1992)Guest: Ryan Taneja (Central Arkansas 2024)In this episode, we meet Ryan Taneja who was recently recognized by AY Magazine and Arkansas Time Magazine for his…

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