
RecLess is a podcast making people smarter and more knowledgeable about the field of parks and recreation. Your hosts are Shane Mize, Jay Tryon, and Tom Venniro; three career-long friends from around the country bringing their own unique and sometimes entertaining perspectives with a surprise guest each episode. Authentic conversation, leadership lessons, thought provoking perspective, and an effo... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 120 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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RecLess 6 Ep 7 - Emmy Richards, CPRP, Parks & Recreation Director Ashland, VA; discusses her role as a co-founder of the Small Agency Network as part of the National Recreation and Parks Association Connect, serving professionals in agencies represen... more
RecLess 6 Ep 6 - Geordie Emmanuel, CPRP, AFO - Recreation Supervisor, Town of Glastonbury, CT. Recent 2026 Young Professional Externship Program Recipient, Geordie speaks to finding passion in the field, inspiring the next generation of parks and rec... more
RecLess 6 Ep 5, Bryce King, Administrative Services Director, Centerville, UT; speaks to his career in service and the drive that has pushed him to create spaces for others including the Directors Summit - its origin and goal, his involvement with hi... more
RecLess 6 Ep 4 - Lakita Frazier, CPRP, Director of Parks and Recreation at City of Norfolk, VA speaks to being a mentor, future trends in the field, her role in the Women in Parks network (WiPaR), moving into the world of consulting, navigating polit... more
RecLess 6 Ep 3 - Brian Emelson, CPRE, Director of Parks and Recreation, Victor, NY speaks to a career in a smaller town, making the most of and creating community where you are, and the lasting impact of parks and recreation on a person, professional... more
RecLess 6 Ep 2 - Joleen Stinson, CPRP Director Dane County Parks, Wisconsin; Matthew Vanderkamp, CPRP, Recreation Director Mequon-Thiensville School District, Wisconsin
This episode was recorded live at the Wisconsin Parks and Recreation WPRA 2026 A... more
RecLess presents: This Parks & Rec Life - Kara Kish, Director of Parks and Recreation, Loveland, CO; and Sarah Sandquist, Executive Director of the Champaign Park District, Champaign, IL, speak to the differences and similarities of cultivating suppo... more
RecLess presents: This Parks &Rec Life - Chase and Kori Ellis. Chase Ellis, CPO, CPRP - Director of Parks and Recreation, Trophy Club, TX and spouse Kori explore a full career, many moves, big kids, and the ups and downs of a parks and rec career.
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A rising thread across recent episodes centers on leadership in Parks and Recreation, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance, mentorship, and the practical realities of running public-facing agencies. Conversations often pair veteran Directors and Deputy Directors with spouses or partners to explore how personal life intertwines with demanding public service roles, including mobility, career progression, and the support systems that sustain long careers. Notable throughlines include accreditation and data-driven decision making, interagency collaboration, and international perspectives on park systems, all wrapped in candid storytelling, concrete takeaways, and real-world examples from municipal to regional levels. The show stands out ... more
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Recent guests on RecLess Podcast include:
1. Geordie Emmanuel
2. Bryce King
3. Lakita Frazier
4. Bryan Emelson
5. Joleen Stinson
6. Matthew Vanderkamp
7. Kara Kish
8. Sarah Sandquist
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