Episode 106- Keith Blazek '09, Product Marketing & GTM Consultant

Episode 106- Keith Blazek '09, Product Marketing & GTM Consultant

Keith was a standout two-sport athlete at Cathedral Prep, and earned the David Tyzinski Award as Prep's top two-sport athlete before continuing his baseball career at Baldwin Wallace University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude.  Since then, Keith has built an impressive career in marketing, helping high-growth companies scale through innovation and transformation. From launching one of the first cryptocurrencyIRA platforms to serving as the first customer marketing hire at Classy, which was later acquired by GoFundMe, Keith has played a pivotal role in helping organizations grow while staying true to their mission. In this episode, Keith reflects on his time at Prep, the lessons he learned as a student-athlete, his journey from Erie to Cleveland to San Diego, and why he believes that words have power to shape people, organizations, and the world around us. Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, marketing, leadership, or simply enjoy hearing the success stories of ouralumni, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

Episode 105- Isabella Speros '26 & Jack Raimy '26, Recent Graduates of Cathedral Prep

Bella and Jack share their memories of the 2020 merger announcement, their first impressions of the renovated campus, the teachers and mentors who helped shape them, and themoments that made them realize Cathedral Prep was where they belonged. They also discuss what it means to continue a family legacy at Prep, the lessons they learned during their high school years, and the advice they would give to the next generation of Ramblers.   Bella and Jack go on to offer a heartfelt message of gratitude to the alumni, parents, and supporters whose generosity continues to create opportunities for Prep students today. Whether you're an alumnus, parent, student, or friend of Cathedral Prep, this episode is a powerful reminder that while our campus may evolve, the values, traditions, and people that define the Prep experience remain as strong as ever.

Episode 104- Taniah Stephens '18VMA, Sports Reporter/Anchor at NewsChannel 10 in Amarillo, Texas

Taniah was a standout student-athlete during her time at Villa, and then she went on to compete for six years as a Division I track & field athlete at Ohio University while earning both herbachelor’s and master’s degrees in journalism. Today, she serves as a sports reporter and anchor in Amarillo, Texas, bringing her passion for athletics and storytelling to viewers every day. In this episode, Taniah reflects on her journey from Villa to collegiate athletics and into the world of sports broadcasting. We discuss the discipline and mindset required to compete at the Division I level, breaking school records at Ohio University, her experiences working with ESPN+ broadcasts, and the importance of perseverance in pursuing your dreams. Tune in to hear an inspiring conversation about leadership, hard work, and chasing a vision with confidence!

Episode 103- Dan Doyle '79, President of Reliance Wells Services & Arena Resources and Author Of Roughnecks & Riches

We are excited to share a new episode of The Rambler Podcast featuring Cathedral Prep Class alumnus Dan Doyle ‘79, who is an entrepreneur, energy industry leader, and author of the memoirOf Roughnecks & Riches. Dan’s journey is a remarkable story of perseverance, reinvention, and entrepreneurial spirit. After studying geology at the University of Pittsburgh and beginning his career in the oilindustry in Texas, Dan navigated industry downturns, pursued filmmaking at NYU’s Graduate Film School, and ultimately returned to the energy sector where he helped build successful companies during the rise of the American fracking boom. Today, he serves as President of Reliance Well Services and President of Arena Resources. In this episode, Dan reflects on his years as a student at Cathedral Prep, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, leadership lessons learned through adversity, taking risks,adapting through uncertainty, and the personal journey behind writing his memoir. It’s a fascinating conversation about resilience, innovation, and what it truly takes to build something from the ground up!

Episode 102- Fr. Scott Jabo, Former President of Cathedral Prep & Villa Maria Academy (2000–2020)

We are proud to welcome Father Scott Jabo to Episode #102 of The Rambler Podcast! Serving as Headmaster and President of Cathedral Prep and the Erie Catholic Preparatory School Systemfrom 2000–2020, Fr. Jabo played a truly transformational role in shaping the Prep and Villa experience as we know it today. His leadership helped bring Prep and Villa together as co-institutional partners in 2009, led to the founding of Mother Teresa Academy in 2018, and guided the development of the Hagerty Family Events Center through Phase 1 in 2010 and Phase 2 in 2015. He also helped establish a strong financial foundation through the system’s endowment, ensuring access to Catholic education for generations to come. But outside ofthat all, Fr. Jabo says in this episode that he is the most proud of the impact Cathedral Prep & Villa Maria Academy has had on young men and women through his years here with the school. In this episode of the podcast, we take a deep dive into Fr. Jabo’s leadership journey by reflecting on the early years of leading Cathedral Prep, the opportunity for the corporatemerger with Cathedral Prep & Villa Maria Academy in 2009, the vision behind the Events Center, and the lasting impact of his work across our schools. This is a powerful conversation centered on leadership, faith, and legacy by the manwho helped make it all possible!