Despite Impossible
I am Tansley Stearns, and this is Despite Impossible. I am a long-time credit union executive leading Community Financial as president & ceo. I have always admired and been inspired by people whose passion is boundless and who don't comprehend the word impossible. This show focuses on their stories.
- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 198
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Lessons from the Mall: Bridging Generations to Build the Future of Credit Unions
Lessons from the Mall: Bridging Generations to Build the Future of Credit Unions
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Season 3 Episode 26: David Silver
Today’s guest is David Silver. David is a New York transplant, a competitive horse rider, and exemplifies perseverance. He is also the Founder and Executive Director at Detroit Horse Power, with a vi…
Don't Give Up On Dreams!
This week on Third Fork, Tansley Stearns welcomes Cortney Arnold, Community Development Director at Filene Research Institute and Leader of The Cooperative Trust. As a champion of collaboration and l…
Credit Unions: Best Friends Built for Dark Times
Credit Unions: Best Friends Built for Dark Times
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Season 3 Episode 25: Dan Pitera
Today’s guest is Dan Pitera. He is an energetic leader, and someone who is also challenging current structures, and he is a political and social activist masquerading as an architect. Dan is currentl…
Stay Curious!
Join us on this week's episode of Third Fork as Tansley Stearns and special guest Emily Sutton candidly explore the many opportunities surrounding us if we just stay curious enough to discover them.
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Fueling Collaboration: Six Ways to Act on the Sixth Cooperative Principle
Fueling Collaboration: Six Ways to Act on the Sixth Cooperative Principle
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Season 3 Episode 24: Christi Lower
Today’s guest is Christi Lower. Christi is an entrepreneur, inquisitive, and someone who is honest and offers no judgement. She is also the Founder & CEO of Highline Spirits, where she honors her fas…
Want to Make an Impression? Then Pick Up the Poop
Join us on this week's episode of Third Fork as Tansley Stearns sits down with special guest Blake Woods to explore the challenges and triumphs of navigating a career transition as a young profession…
Our Extravaganza: Creating a Movement of Credit Unions as Connectors
Our Extravaganza: Creating a Movement of Credit Unions as Connectors
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Season 3 Episode 23: Megan Spanitz
Today’s guest is Megan Spanitz. Megan is a voracious reader, intellectually curious, and someone who loves her Peloton (and Cody Rigsby). Megan is also the Chief Strategy Officer for the Detroit Regi…
Engaging in Your First Big Meeting
In this episode of Third Fork, we dive into the nerve-wracking but pivotal moment of attending your first big executive meeting. Whether it’s a boardroom full of decision-makers or your first ALCO me…
A Story to Remember: Credit Unions as the Answer to Economic Pain
A Story to Remember: Credit Unions as the Answer to Economic Pain
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Season 3 Episode 22: Jolene Delisle
Today’s guest is Jolene Delisle. Jolene is resilient, possesses brilliant creativity, and is someone who those who know her well describe as fun. She is also the founder & creative director of the br…
Surviving Your First Big Conference - Part II
In Part II of this debut episode of Third Fork, we introduce the heart of our podcast — helping young professionals make sense of those unspoken workplace rules. From brushing up on networking etique…
Americans’ Best Friends Need a Best Friend: Five Ways We Can Unify Now
Americans’ Best Friends Need a Best Friend: Five Ways We Can Unify Now
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Season 3 Episode 21: Brandon Michaels
Today’s guest is Brandon Michaels. Brandon is passionate, driven, innovative, serious, a pilot, a dancer, and someone who is always willing to put people first. He is also the President & CEO at OneA…
Welcome to Third Fork: Surviving Your First Big Conference
In this debut episode of Third Fork, we introduce the heart of our podcast — helping young professionals make sense of those unspoken workplace rules. From brushing up on networking etiquette to tack…
Restless and Ready to Quilt Our Future
Restless and Ready to Quilt Our Future
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Season 3 Episode 20 REPLAY ft. Linda Armyn
Today’s guest is Linda Armyn, Chief Strategy & Marketing Officer at Bethpage Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in New York state and my alma mater. Linda is a dear friend and a huge fan …