ChopTalk Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Ash Bendell from ADP to break down what the job market actually looks like right now, and what students and Alumni should be doing to prepare. Ash shares his journey as a Member of Lambda Chi Alpha, how leadership experiences translate to real employer expectations, and practical advice on skills, internships, networking, and navigating career moves with confidence. If you’re entering the workforce, or considering your next step, this conversation offers clear, honest guidance for what matters most today.

In part two of this episode, Jeff Witous (Cal Poly, '82) shares more about his journey through volunteerism and his advice for undergraduates and young Alumni as they enter the workforce.

In this episode, we dive into the real value of networking—not just as a career tool, but as a lifelong advantage of fraternity membership. Former Grand High Alpha Jeff Stuerman and Chapter Support Specialist Nate Hastings join us to share how Lambda Chi Alpha's Brotherhood builds meaningful, long-term connections that open doors and create opportunities far beyond college.From practical tips for building your professional network to stories of how the Lambda Chi bond has helped brothers succeed in business, leadership, and life—this conversation is all about turning relationships into results.Whether you’re a current undergraduate or an Alum looking to reconnect, this episode is your reminder that in Lambda Chi, you’re never networking alone.

Like the symbol of the cross & crescent, we must remind ourselves to be ever-growing. Our latest guest on ChopTalk, Henry Schuck (CEO and Founder of ZoomInfo) reminds us of this when talking about investing back in yourself both personally and professionally. 

In this episode we're here to recognize all of our incredible High Alphas and the hard work they do every day! Hear some great stories from two of our current chapter leaders in the second part of our ChopTalk series, Stories from the Gavel.

To celebrate our fearless leaders, take a listen to the first of our three-part series, Stories from the Gavel, where we dive into what it means to be High Alpha

Join us as we chat with Director of Health & Wellness Jessie Ashton about the important research the Office of Administration is conducting to better support our members' sense of belonging and how we can avoid hazing. 

On this episode of the ChopTalk podcast, we are joined by Director of Expansion Chris Pockette, Training Specialist Olivia Fitchett and Ian Carroll, High Delta at Butler University. With the fall semester right around the corner, we are diving into what the 365-day recruitment model looks like and how you can intentionally build relationships through your recruitment efforts.  

On this episode of the ChopTalk podcast, we are joined by Lambda Chi Board Member, Dr. Fred Kam and Curriculum Coordinator, Taylor Krivas. To continue our celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are chatting about the overlap between mental and physical health and the important role your Brothers can play in your journey. In addition, we talk about what it means to be vulnerable and the role Lambda Chi plays in this.

We are back! After a year long hiatus, we have returned with recurring guest, Dr. Lou Profeta.  Dr. Profeta joins us to talk about the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact that it had and continues to have on medicine, and the long-term effects that it may have on today's youth. He also explains the importance of herd immunity and what our members can do right now to help their communities bounce back.

On this episode of the ChopTalk podcast, we are joined by Blaine Ayers, Vice President of James R. Favor & Company, and Alyssa Gilles, Director of Learning Outcomes for Lambda Chi Alpha. Blaine joins us to discuss recent development regarding hazing laws in Texas, Florida, and Louisiana. Alyssa joins us to share valuable insight from the Lambda Chi perspective. We discuss some of the new changes within these states and what those changes mean for us, our members, and Greek Life as a whole.

On this episode of the ChopTalk podcast, we are joined by our CEO, Troy Medley. Troy joins us to make a special announcement about our new partnership with OmegaFi. As part of this partnership we are adopting a full suite of tools that will benefit each of our undergraduate members and officers. Join us as we discuss the platform and acknowledge a number of questions that you may have about this partnership.