{"podcast":{"title":"How We Connected","slug":"how-we-connected-7614718","podcast_index_feed_id":7614718,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/69321d954a0500b7572aafcf","website_url":"https://www.chamberofconnection.org/","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/69321d954a0500b7572aafcf/1765223877031-7f8d5e36-499f-4fe1-89c1-88a9d5684aa6.jpeg","author":"US Chamber of Connection","episode_count":34,"summary":"How We Connected brings listeners inside the conversations that power communities right across the United States. Every week, hosts Aaron Hurst and Charlotte Massey share what they’re building at the US Chamber of Connection and the moments of connection showing up in their own lives. They talk with a community leaders from around the country about the relationships, collaboration, and human stories behind meaningful change. Join us every week for a reflections and practical advice on the ideas you can carry forward into your own communities. Aaron Hurst Aaron Hurst is the Co-Founder and CEO of the US Chamber of Connection and a long-time leader in the movement to strengthen community through work. A serial entrepreneur and social innovator, he previously founded Imperative and the Taproot Foundation, two organizations that reshaped how companies think about purpose, service, and meaningful work. His book The Purpose Economy helped define a new era in which connection, meaning, and relationships stand at the center of business value. At the Chamber, Aaron focuses on reconnecting America by mobilizing community builders in every town and city. Known for turning big ideas into pract…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T08:18:34.739111+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-we-connected-7614718"},"episode":{"title":"Keep on Running: Lionel Brodie, Founder, Original Propaganda Athletic Club","slug":"keep-on-running-lionel-brodie-founder-original-propaganda-athletic-club","published_at":"2026-01-27T16:09:42+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-we-connected-7614718/keep-on-running-lionel-brodie-founder-original-propaganda-athletic-club","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-we-connected-7614718","url":"https://www.chamberofconnection.org/","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69321d954a0500b7572aafcf/e/697800e6689e1e8026398e2c/media.mp3","summary":"In this episode of 'How We Connected,' hosts Aaron Hurst and Charlotte Massey plan for birthdays, travel and the glamour of the Grammies - as well as the latest at the US Chamber of Connection. The episode features an engaging and entertaining conversation with Lionel Brodie, founder of Original Propaganda Athletic Club (OPAC) in Philadelphia. Lionel discusses his journey from founding a high school club to building a thriving running community and apparel brand. Highlighting the importance of inclusivity, collaboration, and balancing community-building with financial sustainability, Lionel shares valuable insights and anecdotes that are both inspiring and practical for aspiring community builders. 00:00 Introduction & Weekend Updates 09:58 Meet Lionel Brodie 11:16 Origin Story: The Varsity 13:51 Starting OPAC Running Club 19:55 Building Community & Membership Model 25:33 Economics & Sustainability 35:28 Accessibility & Inclusion 39:47 Advice for New Community Builders --- How We Connected explores the conversations that power communities across the United States. Aaron Hurst and Charlotte Massey share what they’re building at the US Chamber of Connection and speak with leaders whose work strengthens local connection. Episodes offer human stories, practical insights, and ideas you can use in your own community. Aaron Hurst , Co-Founder of the US Chamber of Connection, is a longtime entrepreneur focused on purpose and community. He founded Imperative and the Taproot Foundation and wrote The Purpose Economy . Charlotte Massey , Co-Founder of the US Chamber of Connection, leads community programs nationally. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and former organizer and founder, she works at the intersection of civic life and entrepreneurship. 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