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Despite Impossible

Despite Impossible

Written by: Community Financial
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 I am Tansley Stearns, and this is Despite Impossible. I am a long-time credit union executive leading Community Financial as president & ceo. I have always admired and been inspired by people whose passion is boundless and who don't comprehend the word impossible. This show focuses on their stories.© 2025 Despite Impossible Economics Hygiene & Healthy Living Leadership Management & Leadership Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences
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  • From So Long, Farewell to Hello, Hello: Moving Beyond Succession Planning to Leadership Renewal

    From So Long, Farewell to Hello, Hello: Moving Beyond Succession Planning to Leadership Renewal
    Jan 9 2026

    From So Long, Farewell to Hello, Hello: Moving Beyond Succession Planning to Leadership Renewal

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    9 mins
  • Season 4 Episode 12: Rashmi Airan

    Season 4 Episode 12: Rashmi Airan
    Jan 8 2026

    Today’s guest is Rashmi Airan. Rashmi is known to be courageous, kind, loyal, vulnerable, and loving. She is also a celebrated motivational speaker, cultural consultant, and former attorney whose journey from corporate law to overcoming a federal conviction has made her a powerful advocate for conscious and courageous leadership. This is Rashmi’s story.
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    18 mins
  • Rewind Episode: Michael Randall

    Rewind Episode: Michael Randall
    Dec 11 2025

    Today’s guest is Michael Randall. Mike is passionate about community development. He is an independent filmmaker, someone who enjoys a walk around the block, and crafting small cities out of cardboard. He is also the Executive Director at Grandmont Rosedale Development Corporation, where he leverages his passion and expertise to strengthen his community for the benefit of his family, neighbors, and the broader city. Mike’s goal is to “expand our work and impact the lives of our neighbors while inviting new families to live and build businesses in our community.” This is Mike’s story.
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    26 mins
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