Podcast
Here's an Idea
A podcast to help Kiwanis clubs generate service project and membership strength ideas in their own backyards.
- Episodes
- 35
- Releases
- Daily
- Typical length
- 11 min
- On air since
- 2025
- Latest episode
- 1 month ago
Episodes
35 episodes, newest first
-
14 min
Making a splash
Episode 34
Show notes
Kerri Gordon shares how a splash pad for kids and a golf event make her club visible in the community. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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11 min
Signature socks
Episode 33
Show notes
Bridget Wiese explains how her club's donations of socks to a local pantry has become its signature project in town. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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13 min
Parents, parternships and more
Episode 32
Show notes
Tim Eggleston discusses how his club makes its annual kids' event useful for parents as well. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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9 min
The camp continues
Episode 31
Show notes
Angelo Ciardella talks about the fundraising and recruiting that allows his club to support its summer camp for kids. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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11 min
Bringing BUG to students
Episode 30
Show notes
Robbie Morris shares how his club rewards kids who bring up their grades through our program. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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10 min
The path from speaker to member
Episode 29
Show notes
Michael Murray discusses how his club's engagement with the local Chamber of Commerce resulted in influential new members. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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10 min
The e-club experience
Episode 28
Show notes
Karl Uzcategui talks about how the e-Kiwanis Club of New England and Bermuda meets and serves — and helps other clubs in its district. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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9 min
From condos and Key Clubs to Kiwanis
Episode 26
Show notes
Linda Skaathun discusses her club's efforts to reach potential members of all ages, including young adults like her. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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9 min
Brunch in Billings
Episode 27
Show notes
John Koppleman shares a low-pressure approach that resulted in membership growth for his Montana, U.S., club. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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13 min
First steps to a fast start
Episode 25
Show notes
Chad Cohen talks about the festival project and bike giveaway that helped a new Kiwanis club hit the ground running. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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8 min
Strength through satellite membership
Episode 24
Show notes
Rogena Woods shares how her club used Kiwanis resources to overcome people's obstacles to membership. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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11 min
Skipping, sponsors and service
Episode 23
Show notes
Sharon Williams Smith shares the service projects that gain community support through the "skip-a-meal" feature. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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11 min
Everyone is able
Episode 22
Show notes
Each March, the Kiwanis Club Pride of Barbados brings kids together. Cynthia Blackmon shares how the club partners local kids who have disabilities with K-Kids members. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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9 min
Awarding angels
Episode 21
Show notes
Brian Dahlquist tells us how his club annually raises thousands of dollars by honoring community members who help kids. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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12 min
Showing up for youth
Episode 20
Show notes
Pat Phipps shares how her club supports multiple Kiwanis SLP clubs in its small town. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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13 min
A (very) cool fundraiser
Episode 19
Show notes
David Lurie talks about his Kiwanis club's "polar dip," in which volunteers brave cold water to raise money for kids. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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13 min
Reading and rodeo
Episode 18
Show notes
Chris Lanier talks about club events that raise funds and support literacy. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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12 min
Reaching out for recruits
Episode 17
Show notes
Jan Maxwell, a district membership coordinator, discusses a club-saving request for help with growth. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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7 min
The convention experience
Episode 16
Show notes
Heather Mitchell, a first-time attendee in 2025, talks about the eye-opening experience of Kiwanis International's big event. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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11 min
Seasonal signature service
Episode 15
Show notes
Martin Valk shares information about his club's holiday-season signature project. Produced, edited and mixed by Curtis Billue.
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