The Afterschool Snack

South Middle School - Taki About It

Desi sits down with students from South Middle School in Rapid City, SD.  Alyssa, Crimson and Zoey give us an insight into their daily lives and some A-HA moments you don't want to miss.  Listen as the youth of today talk about the same things we are all thinking about with their youthful outlook.  

Walkie Talkie - w/ Matt Sutton

Join Desi on this episode Afterschool Snack , Walkie Talkie Edition with Matt Sutton, Grants & Evaluation Specialist at Black Hills Special Services Cooperative. Matt shares his philanthropic approach to creating a better world while breaking down the barriers and stigma around out-of-school time grant writing. Whether you’re just getting started, trying again, or working to sustain established programs, his practical tips and insights are invaluable.
 

Afterschool Snack - Popcorn Pt. 4 Final

Join us for our final popcorn episode featuring participants of the SodakSaca Keystone Leadership Retreat.  In this amazing episode we have compiled 3 incredible leaders who are making a difference each and every day.  Malachi, Mike and Lisa talk about more than just afterschool but how we connect as people.  This is a great finish to a fantastic segment!  

Afteschool Snack - Popcorn Pt. 3

Snap, crackle and more Pops!  Come "popcorn" with participants of the Keystone Leadership Retreat hosted by SodakSACA.  Desi dives in and gets to know some of your South Dakota OST professionals navigating their personal lives, work and play!  This is a great episode as Jena, Morgan, Taylor, Morgan and Miranda let us into their day to day lives and some of what keeps them coming back for more.  

Jodi Grant - Afterschool Alliance

Summary
In this episode, Billy Mawhiney sits down with Jodi Grant from the Afterschool Alliance about the recent unfreezing of the 21st Century funds, the impact of funding freezes on afterschool programs, and the importance of grassroots advocacy and community engagement in securing political support for these initiatives. They discuss the challenges faced by programs during funding freezes, the role of media in highlighting the importance of afterschool programs, and strategies for engaging local communities and lawmakers to ensure continued support for afterschool funding.

Afterschool Snack - Popcorn Edition Pt. 2

Join Desi at the SodakSACA Leadership Retreat in Keystone SD as he "popcorns" with several participants about what motivates them to continue working and striving in Afterschool programs all across the state. Give a listen as Kat, Kaylee, Kaitlin, Kellsie and Kolby share their insights!  

After School Snack - Popcorn Edition Part 1

Join us as we immerse ourselves in one of the premiere out of school time retreats in Keystone, SD.  Desi sits down with not one, not two, but over a dozen OST care providers from across the state as they attend the SodakSACA annual Keystone Leadership Retreat.  Taking a page from their traditional Afterschool Snack this fun and quick episode connects us via the stories from each of the participants and reminds us what fills our buckets.  Join Penny, Bailee, Ava, Delanie, Crista and Daniel as they "popcorn" with Third Space.  

Taki About It - GAP Program

Billy and Desi sit down and experience the "burn" with students from the Great Afterschool Place Camelot in Brookings.  Listen as we talk, listen and experience the heat of the Taki Challenge, with Chloe, Ashley and Henry.  Be prepared for a perspective change as we hear what makes the youth in GAP so special.   

Afterschool Snack with Koby

Desi and Billy sit down with Koby Leisinger and find out what has kept him in the field so long.  Listen as we hear Koby's passion and commitment to bettering the youth in today's society.  With a focus on personal relationships, health, and setting a positive tone, you don't want to miss this episode.  

Boys and Girls Club of Watertown

Billy and Desi sit down in a "first" for the Afterschool Snack Podcast having group discussion with Jake, Emma and Emma.  Listen as we discuss the transition from a job to a career with young adults in the field of Afterschool / Summer Programming.