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The Pickup Meeting

Michael Brody Broshears, Kevin Thomas

Booking Overview

A higher-education interview show featuring candid conversations with senior academic, student-affairs, advising, and education-access leaders who prioritize student success and challenge conventional approaches. Agencies could credibly pitch higher-ed administrators, student-success innovators, academic advising experts, and leaders focused on college access or institutional change; booking difficulty is medium because guests typically hold significant leadership or sector credentials.

Metrics

Episodes: 55

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.6k subscribers

Instagram: 572 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

thepickupmeeting@gmail.com

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Host

Michael Brody Broshears - Higher-education professional and co-host focused on candid conversations about student success, advising, leadership, and institutional change.

Kevin Thomas - Higher-education professional and co-host focused on candid conversations about student success, advising, leadership, and institutional change.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Senior higher-education administrators, student-affairs and advising leaders, education-access executives, and recognized professionals with direct experience improving student outcomes or institutional collaboration.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership roles at colleges, universities, or higher-education associations, Executive responsibility for student success, advising, student affairs, or education access, Professional association leadership, Demonstrated institutional impact on student opportunity, belonging, or retention

Recent Guest Discussions

Stephanie Kraft-Terry - Academic Leadership, Advising Strategy, Data-informed Decision-making, Campus Collaboration, Advising Standards, And Technology For Advisors.

Aaron Brown - The Value Of Higher Education, College Access, TRIO Programs, Academic Advising, Student Opportunity, And The Ripple Effects Of Education.

Joe Thomas - Student Belonging, Student Success, Campus Collaboration, Retention, Student Affairs Leadership, And Measuring Progress Through Small Wins.

Recent Topics

Higher Education, Student Affairs, Academic Advising, Student Success, Leadership

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Pickup Meeting
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Ep. 54 - A "Just Us" Episode

October 07, 2026

Send us Fan MailPumpkin spice, giant skeletons, dishwasher drama—nothing is safe in this “just us” episode! Kevin and Brody kick things off with a fall-themed round of Overrated or Underrated before tackling a bigger question: Do advising models and systems drive student success, or does genuine care matter more?They explore campus culture, the challenge of turning “pretty good” into excellent, and why checking in with students—and colleagues—can make all the difference. Plus, they draft thei...

Ep. 53 - A "Just Us" Episode: NACADA Conference Edition

October 02, 2026

Send us Fan MailPacking lists, pie plans, and plenty of conference buzz—Kevin and Brody are headed to Oklahoma City for NACADA! Join them for a lively pre-conference catch-up on travel essentials, too many shoes, presenting together for the first time, and the sessions, friends, and food they can’t wait to experience.Then, they dive into a big question for higher ed: how can we communicate with students in ways that actually cut through the noise? From personalized outreach and smarter subjec...

Ep. 52 - A "Just Us" Episode

September 30, 2026

Send us Fan MailPacking lists, pie plans, and plenty of conference buzz—Kevin and Brody are headed to Oklahoma City for NACADA! Join them for a lively pre-conference catch-up on travel essentials, too many shoes, presenting together for the first time, and the sessions, friends, and food they can’t wait to experience.Then, they dive into a big question for higher ed: how can we communicate with students in ways that actually cut through the noise? From personalized outreach and smarter subjec...

Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with The Pickup Meeting?

The Pickup Meeting is hosted by Michael Brody Broshears and Kevin Thomas. Its publicly listed email is thepickupmeeting@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Pickup Meeting?

The publicly listed email for The Pickup Meeting: thepickupmeeting@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Pickup Meeting have?

Podseeker estimates The Pickup Meeting reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Pickup Meeting?

The Pickup Meeting typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior higher-education administrators, student-affairs and advising leaders, education-access executives, and recognized professionals with direct experience improving student outcomes or institutional collaboration. Common among recent guests: Leadership roles at colleges, universities, or higher-education associations; Executive responsibility for student success, advising, student affairs, or education access; Professional association leadership. Recent guests include Stephanie Kraft-Terry, Aaron Brown, and Joe Thomas.

How hard is it to get booked on The Pickup Meeting?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Pickup Meeting cover?

Recent episodes cover Higher Education, Student Affairs, Academic Advising, Student Success, and Leadership. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

thepickupmeeting@gmail.com

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