YC & YOU - A Yavapai College Podcast
Welcome to the YC and You Podcast! Join us each week for engaging conversations with campus leaders, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. From academics to athletics, campus life, and beyond, we cover it all. Have someone you want to hear from? Let us know! Let’s explore the world of Yavapai College together.
Episodes
In this episode of the YC and You podcast, hosts Cadu Medina and Michael Grady sit down with Ryan Avery Follensbee, Director of Viticulture and Enology at Yavapai College’s Southwest Wine Center. Ryan shares his journey from a Park City wine store to leading one of Arizona's premier wine education programs.
The conversation explores the Southwest Wine Center’s unique hands-on approach to wine education, the growth of the Verde...
In this episode of the YC and You Podcast, guest host Michael Grady is joined by Chris Tenney, Tim Hull, and Inese Hoover to preview an extraordinary October filled with music, art, and performances at Yavapai College. From intimate chamber concerts and mariachi legends to the Transforming Traditions art exhibit and Mavis Staples live in concert, this episode highlights the incredible variety of events happening at the Jim & Li...
In this episode of the YC and You Podcast, host Cadu Medina interviews writer and storyteller Mike Grady about the launch of the new YC & You Magazine. They discuss the magazine’s mission to celebrate Yavapai College’s students, faculty, and programs through compelling stories of perseverance, achievement, and innovation.
Discover the inspiration behind the magazine, the editorial process, and how this publication captures the ...
In this follow-up episode of the YC and You Podcast, host Cadu Medina sits down with Yavapai College President Dr. Lisa Rhine to address unanswered questions from the recent Convocation live Q&A session with the Executive Leadership Team.
Dr. Rhine provides updates on key topics, including student presence at the Verde Valley campus, the upcoming Center for Learning and Innovation in Prescott, advancements in health science pro...
In this episode of the YC and You Podcast, hosts Cadu Medina and Mike Grady sit down with Marnee Zazueta, CTE Associate Dean at Yavapai College's Chino Valley campus, to discuss the highly anticipated Harvest Fest. Discover the exciting fall activities planned for October 11th, including hayrides, a beer garden, live music, a pumpkin patch, and hands-on demonstrations of Yavapai College programs like agriculture, drone flying,...
In this episode of the YC and You podcast, hosts Cadu Medina and Mike Grady dive into a captivating conversation with Ruth Ellen Elinski from Yavapai College’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC).
Discover how the SBDC empowers entrepreneurs, from turning hobbies into thriving businesses to navigating the complexities of business plans, funding, and growth strategies. Ruth Ellen shares insights on customized consulting, free re...
In this episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina welcomes Tricia Berlowe and Chris Maxwell to explore the transformative opportunities offered by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Yavapai College. They discuss OLLI’s diverse classes, workshops, and events tailored for adults 50 and older, emphasizing the importance of lifelong learning and community connection. The conversation also highlights the Jane Reti Speaker Ser...
In this special episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina shares highlights from the 2025 Yavapai College Convocation, featuring a lively Q&A with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT).
Addressing audience-submitted questions, the ELT discusses exciting updates, including new bachelor’s degree programs, workforce development initiatives, the Prescott Pines expansion, and upcoming Health Sciences programs. Learn about the college’s ...
In this episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina chats with Scott Ritchie, Director of Aviation at Yavapai College, about the exciting opportunities within the college’s aviation program. Scott shares his journey from flight instructor to program leader and provides an in-depth look at the program’s offerings, including flight training, air traffic control, and unmanned aircraft systems.
Discover how YC’s cost-effective, student-cen...
In this episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina talks with Megan Crossfield, Director of Academic Initiatives at Yavapai College, about the transformative impact of Open Educational Resources (OER).
Megan explains how OER provides free, customizable learning materials that reduce costs for students while empowering faculty to create tailored coursework.
Learn about Yavapai College’s leadership role in the statewide OERizona Network, ...
In this dynamic episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina dives into the world of cutting-edge educational technology with Ustadza White, Director of Library and Tutoring Services and a key member of Yavapai College’s Immersive Learning Team.
Ustadza discusses AI tools like “Sophie,” a revolutionary AI tutor, as well as groundbreaking implementations of virtual and augmented reality in classrooms. Learn how these technologies are enh...
In this episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina speaks with Christina Goldsmith, an instructional designer at Yavapai College, about the exciting world of micro-credentials. Christina explains what micro-credentials are, how they differ from traditional degrees, and why they’re becoming essential in today’s education and workforce landscape. Learn how these digital badges validate specific skills, enhance employability, and provide...
In this episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina sits down with Thatcher Bohrman, a 25-year veteran of Yavapai College and leader of the Teaching and eLearning Support (TeLS) department. Thatcher shares his journey from the early days of distance learning with satellite dishes to leading cutting-edge online education initiatives. Learn how TeLS supports faculty and students in designing high-quality online courses, the role of techn...
In this inspiring episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina speaks with Deanna Baker, project manager for academic program development and advisor for Yavapai College's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter.
Deanna shares the incredible achievements of the chapter, including national recognition as a distinguished chapter and Arizona's Outstanding Chapter of the Year. Learn how FBLA fosters leadership, business ...
In this special episode of YC and You, Michael Grady flips the mic on podcast host and Yavapai College’s Director of Marketing, Cadu Medina. Cadu shares the inspiration behind the YC and You podcast, its growth since its launch in October 2024, and the unique power of storytelling in connecting the Yavapai College community.
Learn how this innovative platform amplifies voices from across the college—students, staff, faculty, and le...
In this enlightening episode of YC and YOU, host Cadu Medina chats with Denise Woolsey, professor and director of the Yavapai College Honors Program, as well as advisor for Phi Theta Kappa (PTK). Denise shares exciting updates about the newly revamped Honors Program, set to launch in Fall 2025, which expands opportunities for both full-time and part-time students.
She also highlights the remarkable achievements of YC’s PTK chapter,...
In this inspiring episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina chats with Liz Peters, lead faculty for Electrical Instrumentation Technology and Applied Pre-Engineering at Yavapai College.
Liz shares her journey from YC student to award-winning educator, including her recent recognition as the AACC Faculty Innovation Award recipient. Discover how Liz transforms education through hands-on learning, cutting-edge projects like Virtual Twins...
In this heartfelt episode of the YC and You Podcast, host Cadu Medina speaks with Deborah Chambers, Coordinator for Student Affairs, and Theresa Scott, Manager of Social Services at Yavapai College.
They discuss the essential programs designed to support students struggling with food insecurity, housing challenges, and other basic needs. Learn about the Yavapai College Food Pantry, off-campus housing initiatives, mental health resou...
In this captivating episode of YC and You, host Cadu Medina speaks with Tim Hull, manager of Yavapai College art galleries.
Tim shares his journey from student to gallery manager and discusses how the galleries serve as a hub for creativity, inclusivity, and community engagement. Learn about the galleries' rich history, student and faculty involvement, and exciting upcoming exhibitions like the One Gallery, Two Exhibitions seri...
In this episode of the YC and You podcast, host Cadu Medina chats with Erika Fisher and Tim Miller from the Yavapai College Student Nursing Association (YCSNA).
They discuss the association's mission, its impactful community outreach, and the support it provides to nursing students. From organizing volunteer opportunities to fostering collaboration across campuses and the local community, Erika and Tim share their vision for th...
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