SCamp Life: The Other Side
by Curt Jackson
Latest episode
Episode 49: Class is in Session - The Director's School
Episode 49: Class is in Session - The Director's School
About this podcast
A bi-weekly look at big picture questions, concerns, and sometimes unpopular opinions in the summer camp industry in hopes of stimulating well rounded conversations among camp teams.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 49 episodes
- Episode 49: Class is in Session - The Director's School · 1 h 12 min · Episode 49SHOW NOTES You know how to create an incredible camp experience. But who taught you how to build a budget, develop a strategic plan, or keep your organization financially…
- Episode 48: Not All Camp “Grit” is Healthy · 1 h 11 min · Episode 48What responsibility do camp leaders have in shaping workplace culture, and what happens when that culture turns toxic? In this episode of SCamp Life: The Other Side, Kelie and…
- Episode 47: She has legs, ya’ll!: Meeting IRL @ the Women in Camp Summit · 1 h 17 min · Episode 47What happens when two podcast hosts who’ve only known each other virtually finally meet in real life? In this episode, Kelie and Shauna take you to the Women in Camp Summit…
- Episode 46: The Night the River Rose · 1 h 59 min · Episode 46Trigger Warnings: Child death, drowning, religious trauma. This episode investigates the deadly overnight flood at Camp Mystic in Kerr County, Texas. We break down the events…
- New Season, Who dis? · 36 min · Episode 45Kelie and Shauna are back behind the mic for a brand-new season of SCampLife: The Other Side! In this opening episode, the duo catch up after a whirlwind summer—swapping stories…
- Episode 44: Tri-State Tales & Tangents · 47 min · Episode 44Kelie is back from the American Camp Association Tri-State Conference, and she’s bringing all the energy (and a few unexpected side quests) to this episode! Join Kelie and Shauna…
- Episode 43: Camp Counsel (But Not That Kind) · 47 min · Episode 43Hosts Kelie and Shauna break down how executive orders, local laws, and policy changes could impact the camp industry. From staffing regulations to funding shifts, they explore…
- Episode 42: Building Neurodiverse Teams: ADHD as a Strength in the Camp Industry · 1 h 2 min · Episode 42In this episode, hosts Kelie and Shauna continue the conversation on embracing ADHD in camp leadership with special guests Travis Allison (GoCampPro) and Kate Taylor (Camp…
- Episode 41: Behavior Policies Aren’t Just for Campers?! Navigating Caregiver Expectations with Emily Golinsky · 1 h 23 min · Episode 41Policies and procedures aren’t just for campers—they apply to caregivers too! In this episode, Kelie and Shauna welcome back Emily Golinsky of Bright Moose Training to dive into…
- Episode 40: Behind the Scenes of Camp Management · 1 h 20 min · Episode 40In this episode, Shauna is out with the flu, so Kelie takes the lead and sits down with Dr. Chad Nelson to dive into the fascinating history and ever-changing industry of summer…
- Episode 39: It’s Camper Registration Season! · 47 min · Episode 39It’s camper registration season! What are parents and caregivers looking for in a camp? Who makes the final decision about which camp to attend? How much communication is too…
- Episode 38: Little Ways to Appreciate Your Staff While Also Building Staff Culture · 47 min · Episode 38It’s almost hiring season and to save future you some time, so Kelie and Shauna have staff on their mind. In this episode, our hosts share the ways they like to show appreciation…
- Episode 37: We Asked, You Submitted! Time for Camp Counselor Confessions · 52 min · Episode 37In this fun and revealing episode, Kelie and Shauna dive into the hilarious and sometimes shocking, shared by listeners, "Counselor Confessions." From pranks gone wrong to…
- Episode 36: Our 2024 Summer Recap · 1 h 8 min · Episode 36Kelie and Shauna ARE BACK! In this episode, they recap their AMAZING summers and absolutely GUSH about their 2024 Staff. Shauna shares the celebrity children she had as campers…
- Ep 35: Understanding Bullying vs. Conflict with Emily Golinsky · 57 min · Episode 35In this episode, Kelie and Shauna are joined by Emily Golinsky from Bright Moose Training to discuss the crucial differences between bullying and conflict in youth programs…
- Ep 34: Elevating Staff Training at Camp · 45 min · Episode 34This episode dives into the transformative approaches Kelie and Shauna are implementing for staff training at their respective camps. From reinventing traditional methods to…
- Ep 33: Lights, Camera, Campfire - Camp in Media · 42 min · Episode 33Kelie and Shauna explore the portrayal of camp in movies, TV shows, and documentaries, touching on both fiction and non-fiction. They discuss the accuracy and cultural impact of…
- Ep 32: Insights and Takeaways from Tri-State Camp Conference · 44 min · Episode 32Kelie and Shauna discuss their recent experiences and key takeaways from the ACA Tri-State Camp Conference. They touch on their busy travel schedules, staffing updates, and a…
- Ep 31: Exploring Camp Traditions: A Rapid Fire Discussion · 47 min · Episode 31Hosts Kelie and Shauna, after a series of serious episodes, decide to lighten the mood by introducing a fun, rapid-fire segment focused on camp traditions. Utilizing a wheel to…
- Ep 30: Understanding Mass Violence and Its Impact on Children in Camps with Shane Meserve · 57 min · Episode 30In this episode, Kelie and Shauna, are joined by Shane Meserve, a consultant and trainer on mass violence and child abuse prevention, for a discussion on the topic of mass…
