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• NBC Hartford’s Weather Icon: Bob Maxon

  He puts the heart in Hartford.In this episode, we talk to NBC Hartford’s beloved meteorologist, Bob Maxon, who is celebrating 30 incredible years on the air.We talk about his snowy hometown of Oswego, NY, where his fascination with wild weather began, and how Cornell University shaped both his career and his lifelong friendships.We also dive into his broadcasting career that’s seen it all — blizzards, hurricanes, and unforgettable community moments.He's the voice Hartford wakes up to every morning, and over the past three decades, the local community has become like family to him. Steph even used to watch him every day when she lived there!Enormous thanks to Bob’s sister, Mary Maxon Grainger, for introducing us to one of Connecticut’s most trusted and charismatic voices.Prepare for a gusty mix of nostalgia, laughter, and inspiration — with a better-than-slight chance of lame puns!Find out more about Bob here:https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/author/bob-maxon/Instagram: @bobmaxonWatch his celebration video here:https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/video/entertainment/ct-live/ct-live-celebrating-30-years-of-bob-maxon/3630278/In case you missed it, Mary Maxon Grainger is featured in episode 199.Not sponsored by or affiliated with Cornell University

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• Pam Chertok Caine: Turning Heartbreak Into a Lifeline for Others

  This week we welcome Pam Chertok Caine ’88. We were so happy to see her and spend time with her. We have not seen her since she graduated.Pam reflects on her time at Cornell with warmth and nostalgia, before sharing a profoundly personal story of love, loss, and resilience.When faced with unimaginable heartbreak, Pam chose to honor her experience by helping others. Through her work at Griffin Cares Foundation, she and her husband and children have built a community for individuals and families living through the same pain, proving that even in the darkest moments, connection and compassion can help navigate even the most difficult journeys.This episode is about the strength it takes to keep moving forward, the courage to speak openly about grief, and the legacy created when one person’s story becomes a source of hope for many.We could not be prouder to know her.Find more information at:griffincaresfoundation.organd on Instagram:@griffincaresfoundationTheir first in-person Remembrance Day event is October 11, 2025. If you're local, consider attending.Not sponsored by or affiliated with Cornell University

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• Alex Benson ’29: A Freshman’s First Week at Cornell

  On just her fifth day at Cornell, freshman Alex Benson ’29 joined us for a quick but energizing conversation. Broadcasting straight from her triple in High Rise 5, Alex shared what it’s really like to experience those first whirlwind days of orientation week.She talks about the unique excitement of being one of thousands of freshmen all starting together, orientation events, dining hall discoveries, and then we shuddered at her mention of communal bathrooms.We wrapped up with a quick round of “Do You Miss Your Mother?” with her mom, Tara (our sorority sister and dear friend), in mind. Thank you, Tara, for introducing us to your outstanding daughter. You are two for two.Not sponsored by or affiliated with Cornell University

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• Nathan Eapen ’24: From the Front Lines to the Hill

  By the time he got to Cornell, Nathan Eapen had already faced challenges most people never encounter. After enlisting in the Army right out of high school, he trained as an infantryman, deployed to Europe on NATO missions, and faced a career-ending injury that forced him to rethink his future. That path ultimately led him to Cornell, where sprint football gave him a new team and Cornell Human Ecology gave him a new mission. Michelle first met Nathan while onboarding him for the Human Ecology Alumni Association — and knew instantly that his story had to be shared.In this inspiring conversation, Nathan opens up about life in uniform, the challenges of starting over, and the mindset that carried him from combat boots to the classroom. His story is proof that grit, belief, and community can transform even the hardest setbacks into strength.We loved every minute with him and you will too!Not sponsored by or affiliated with Cornell University

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• Hallie Hohner: Act 1 and Act 2 are Equally Impressive!

  This week we talk with Hallie Goldman Hohner ’91, whose path proves you can succeed brilliantly in more than one world.At Cornell’s ILR School, Hallie graduated in the top 1% of her class before launching a distinguished law career. But her story didn’t stop there. Driven by her lifelong love of singing and theater, she went on to create Broadway Camp for Adults -  a Broadway camp that has become a destination for aspiring performers — a place where passion, talent, and dreams collide.Hallie tells us how she built something extraordinary that combines her sharp intellect with her artistic heart. And then she even weighs in on marshalling - it's a thing.It’s an inspiring story you will love as much as we did!Instagram: bcfachicagoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadwayCampforAdults/Camp website: https://broadwaycampchicago.wordpress.com/Not sponsored by or affiliated with Cornell University

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