Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: An Interview with Mike Rhodes

Season 1 - Tresa's Recap

This week on the Goal Posts Podcast, I’m recapping the first season and sharing my take on the past 6 months of career profiles and interviews with a variety of professionals.  I started Goal Posts in order to not only share my story, but the stories of people who inspire me.  I loved learning about all the different ways these folks achieved success and how they dealt with failure.  It's so important to learn from people with different experiences and backgrounds.  If you want to be inspired, make sure to check out the 'Education' section on Goal Posts and let us know who you’d like us to interview next season on Goal Posts! Season 2 is coming September 1st, 2020. Stay tuned!

Turning a Dream Into a Reality: An Interview with Singer-Songwriter, Erin Kinsey

Erin Kinsey is a gifted songwriter, artist and highly accomplished musician, playing seven instruments. This Rockwall, Texas native began singing and playing guitar at the young age of 11. For the last several years, Erin Kinsey and her band have been wowing audiences in Texas, Music City and beyond, headlining noteworthy venues such as Love and War in Texas, The Gaylord Texan, CMA Fest, The Dallas International Film Festival and the C2C Festival in London, England. In 2017, Erin Kinsey opened for Hunter Hayes during the St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Concert at Ascend Amphitheater in Nashville. She can also be seen playing songwriter rounds at the historic Bluebird Café and The Listening Room Cafe. It’s very rare in today's music industry to come across a young talent with the same love, passion, and tenacity for music as displayed by singer-songwriter Erin Kinsey. Whether it’s listening to her dynamic vocals, observing her skillful multi-instrumental abilities, or hearing her soulful lyrics, Erin is a talent to be watched. She’s been perfecting her craft under the tutelage of some of the biggest names in music and is poised for huge success in the near future. For more information, visit: https://www.erinkinsey.com/ [https://www.erinkinsey.com/]

Enjoy the Journey: An Interview with Rachel Fontenot from Universal Music Group

Rachel Fontenot has been promoted to Vice President of Marketing & Artist Development for Universal Music Group Nashville. In her new role she will lead the artist projects and development team while continuing to oversee her roster, which now includes newly-announced UMG Nashville artist, Reba McEntire. Fontenot joined UMG Nashville in 2019 to oversee day-to-day artist development and marketing efforts for Lauren Alaina, Gary Allan, Eric Church, Vince Gill, Sam Hunt, Brandon Lay, Parker McCollum, Kylie Morgan, Jon Pardi, Shania Twain and Brothers Osborne.

Making a Difference: An Interview with Deb Fair from the PEDIGREE Foundation

Deb Fair is the Executive Director of the PEDIGREE Foundation. PEDIGREE Foundation is working to find a solution to the problem of the millions of homeless dogs in this country. Through their grant programs, they support organizations that save the lives of dogs that would otherwise be lost. The Foundation was established in 2008 by dog lovers with a passionate belief that every dog deserves a loving home. PEDIGREE Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private foundation that supports shelters and rescue organizations, as well as encouraging people to ADOPT, VOLUNTEER, and DONATE. PEDIGREE Foundation grants are funded by the PEDIGREE® Brand and contributions from dog lovers like you. Your tax-deductible donation* helps them reach even more dogs in need. For more information, visit: https://www.pedigreefoundation.org/ [https://www.pedigreefoundation.org/]

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: An Interview with Mike Rhodes

Mike Rhodes climbed Mount Kilimanjaro a few years ago with his friend, Scott. Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is the highest peak in Africa and the world's tallest free-standing mountain. It's also the world's tallest walkable mountain—and what a walk it is. To reach the summit, one must pass through five distinct climate zones ranging from rainforest to alpine desert and eventually glacial Arctic. Although it is possible to climb Mount Kilimanjaro without any specific mountaineering training or equipment, summiting the Roof of Africa is not an easy task. Approximately 25,000 people attempt to summit Mt. Kilimanjaro annually. Approximately two-thirds are successful. Altitude-related problems is the most common reason climbers turn back.