Leaders, Letters, and Legacy • The Podcast with Dr. Mari Ann Callais and Scott Fussell
Leaders, Letters, and Legacy • The Podcast with Dr. Mari Ann Callais and Scott Fussell
Podcast Description
Welcome to Leaders, Letters, and Legacy, the podcast that dives into the heart of leadership, life lessons, and the love of connection found within the fraternity and sorority community. This isn’t just a podcast about organizations—it’s about the people who shape them, the values they carry, and the legacies they're working to leave behind. Tap play for this month's conversation with a community legend, facilitated by co-hosts Dr. Mari Ann Callais and Scott Fussell.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of themes including personal growth, leadership lessons, and community service, with episodes spotlighting guests like Heidi Guest discussing her work with St. Jude and Dr. Jennifer Jones sharing the impact of the Divine Nine, emphasizing unique lessons learned and the importance of service and connection in organizations.

Welcome to Leaders, Letters, and Legacy, the podcast that dives into the heart of leadership, life lessons, and the love of connection found within the fraternity and sorority community. This isn’t just a podcast about organizations—it’s about the people who shape them, the values they carry, and the legacies they’re working to leave behind. Tap play for this month’s conversation with a community legend, facilitated by co-hosts Dr. Mari Ann Callais and Scott Fussell.
In this engaging conversation, Scott Fussell, Dr. Mari Ann Callais, and Ginny Carroll explore the profound impact of fraternity and sorority experiences on personal growth and leadership. They discuss the importance of lifelong friendships, the journey of establishing the Circle of Sisterhood, and the role of education in empowering women globally. Ginny shares her insights on trust, community, and the necessity of taking action to create meaningful change.
Takeaways
Fraternity and sorority experiences can lead to lifelong friendships.
Leadership opportunities often arise from being nudged by others.
Education is a key factor in eradicating poverty and empowering women.
Building trust is essential in any community or organization.
The Circle of Sisterhood was founded to support girls’ education worldwide.
Networking and community support are crucial for creating impactful movements.
Personal growth often comes from stepping outside of comfort zones.
Women in sororities have the power to effect change on a global scale.
Reading impactful literature can inspire action and change.
Taking initiative and not saying no for others can lead to unexpected opportunities.
Keywords
fraternity, sorority, lifelong friendship, leadership, women’s empowerment, education, Circle of Sisterhood, Ginny Carroll, personal growth, community
Sound bites
“She is a world changer.”
“It just makes sense.”
“Sorority women have power.”
Chapters
00:00 Celebrating Birthdays and Friendship
01:04 The Importance of Editing and Guest Preparation
01:31 The Value of Lifelong Fraternity and Sorority Membership
03:13 Introducing Jenny Carroll: A World Changer
06:08 The Impact of Leadership in Sororities
08:31 Building Trust and Community in the Greek System
11:23 The Birth of the Circle of Sisterhood
14:11 The Power of Education for Women Worldwide
17:49 Creating a Movement for Change
21:19 The Mission of the Circle of Sisterhood
23:52 Building Schools and Changing Lives
26:42 Engaging Campuses in Global Efforts
29:41 NEWCHAPTER
29:46 NEWCHAPTER_2
29:51 NEWCHAPTER_3

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