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The SALA Series Podcast

Dalen Cuff, Monica McNutt

Booking Overview

This is a purpose-driven leadership and social-impact interview show featuring senior leaders, public intellectuals, scientists, authors, and nonprofit or education executives discussing civic engagement, institutional change, youth development, and public responsibility. Credible pitches would include nationally recognized executives, researchers, authors, educators, civic leaders, and subject-matter experts with meaningful leadership experience or a strong public-impact platform; booking difficulty is high.

Metrics

Episodes: 97

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 2.3k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

frank@foxrockpartners.com

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Host

Dalen Cuff - Sports journalist, host, and analyst known for covering college sports and serving as an ESPN commentator.

Monica McNutt - Sports analyst, broadcaster, and former professional basketball player known for college basketball coverage and commentary.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Senior executives, institutional leaders, nationally recognized researchers, authors, public officials, nonprofit leaders, educators, and experts with demonstrated influence in civic, social-impact, education, environmental, or community-focused work.
Required Achievements:  
Leading major nonprofit, educational, scientific, or civic institutions, Holding president, CEO, superintendent, or equivalent senior leadership roles, Publishing authoritative books or research, Driving large-scale policy, systems, or community initiatives, Receiving significant national recognition in a professional field

Recent Guest Discussions

Katie Hurley - Raising Resilient Children, Youth Mental Health, Play, Technology, Emotional Development, Boys And Young Men, And Healthy Approaches To Adversity.

Jennifer Sirangelo - Volunteerism, Civic Engagement, Service, Community Connection, Leadership Development, Belonging, And Rebuilding Civic Trust.

David Shapiro - Mentorship, Youth Development, Fatherhood, Modern Masculinity, Purpose-driven Leadership, Vulnerability, And Supporting The Next Generation.

Dorsey Hopson - Public Education Reform, Education Leadership, Educational Equity, School Choice, Family Engagement, Literacy, And Workforce Readiness.

Peter de Menocal - Climate Science, Ocean Health, Earth History, Food And Water Security, Scientific Leadership, Institutional Responsibility, And Translating Knowledge Into Public Action.

Recent Topics

Society, Social Impact, Leadership, Civic Engagement, Education

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The SALA Series Podcast
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Jonathan Koppell | Higher Education, Hope, and Building a Better Future

October 08, 2026

As president of Montclair State University, Jonathan Koppell sees higher education as more than a pathway to a degree or a career. At a moment when young people are navigating economic uncertainty, mental health challenges, rapid technological change, and declining trust in institutions, he believes universities have a responsibility to prepare students not only for work, but for lives of meaning, purpose, and contribution.In this episode of the SALA Series, Jeff Olivet—nationally recognized ...

Michael Lamb | Character, Trust, and the Future of Leadership

October 01, 2026

What does character mean in an age of political division, declining trust, social media, and artificial intelligence? Dalen Cuff sits down with Michael Lamb, Senior Executive Director of the Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University, to explore why character remains at the heart of leadership—and what it takes to develop it.Drawing on philosophy, research, and his work with students and universities across the country, Michael makes the case that character is not fixed; i...

John Beadle | Reimagining Healthcare Through Innovation and Human Connection

September 24, 2026

 For John Beadle, founder of Aegis Ventures, healthcare innovation is deeply personal. Inspired by his mother's experience navigating the healthcare system after a life-changing brain injury, Beadle has built his career around bringing entrepreneurs, healthcare leaders, technology, and capital together to solve some of the industry's most difficult problems with the needs of patients at the center.In this episode of the SALA Series, host Jeff Olivet sits down with Beadle to explore how artifi...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
The SALA Series Podcast
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How do I get in touch with The SALA Series Podcast?

The SALA Series Podcast is hosted by Dalen Cuff and Monica McNutt. Its publicly listed email is frank@foxrockpartners.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 SALA Series Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The SALA Series Podcast: frank@foxrockpartners.com.

How many listeners does The SALA Series Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The SALA Series Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The SALA Series Podcast?

The SALA Series Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior executives, institutional leaders, nationally recognized researchers, authors, public officials, nonprofit leaders, educators, and experts with demonstrated influence in civic, social-impact, education, environmental, or community-focused work. Common among recent guests: Leading major nonprofit, educational, scientific, or civic institutions; Holding president, CEO, superintendent, or equivalent senior leadership roles; Publishing authoritative books or research. Recent guests include Katie Hurley, Jennifer Sirangelo, and David Shapiro.

How hard is it to get booked on The SALA Series Podcast?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does The SALA Series Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Society, Social Impact, Leadership, Civic Engagement, and Education. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

frank@foxrockpartners.com

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