Summits Podcast

Episode 102: James Golding - From Survivor to Ultra Cyclist

February 10th, 2026  |  1 hr 24 mins

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Missed the 26th Annual An Evening With Heroes? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! In episode 102 of The Summits Podcast, cohosts Vince Todd Jr. and Daniel Abdallah sit down with the event’s keynote speaker, James Golding.

James is a two-time cancer survivor turned ultra-distance cyclist with an incredible story of resilience, determination, and triumph. From battling life-threatening illness to conquering some of the world’s toughest cycling challenges, James shares how he overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles—one step (or mile) at a time.

Get ready to be inspired by his journey of grit, gratitude, and the power of never giving up.

Epi 85: Inspiring Hoosiers to leave a legacy with Get Indiana’s Nate Spangle

March 20th, 2025  |  46 mins 47 secs

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In episode 85 of the Summits Podcast, Vince Todd, Jr. is joined by Nate Spangle, Founder of Get Indiana and Head Wrestling Coach at Bishop Chatard High School. Tune in as Nate shares the family cancer story that set the trajectory for his young adulthood and inspired him to live bigger.

The Heroes Foundation is thrilled to introduce Nate as the Honorary Chair and Accountability Coach for the 2025 Fit4Heroes campaign, Powered by American Health & Wellness, from April 1-30! Join Nate today at heroesfoundation.org/fit4heroes.

Epi 77: The gift of fundraising & philanthropy with Genevieve Shaker, Ph.D.

September 17th, 2024  |  51 mins 36 secs

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What are the trends today in fundraising and philanthropy? How has the Heroes Foundation’s philanthropy efforts changed over the past 24 years? Don’t miss episode 77 of the Summits Podcast with co-hosts Vince Todd, Jr. and Daniel Abdallah, and guest Dr. Genevieve Shaker of the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University Indianapolis.

Epi 48: Annie Martinez on building the future of the Heroes Foundation

February 28th, 2023  |  32 mins 20 secs

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In episode 48 of the Summits Podcast, co-hosts Vince Todd, Jr. and Daniel Abdallah are joined by Annie Martinez, Heroes Foundation’s new Executive Director.  Tune in as Annie shares her philanthropy and development background, and the building steps she has planned for her first year with the Heroes Foundation.

Summits Podcast Episode 15: Harry Santa-Olalla Is Living His American Dream

October 13th, 2021  |  46 mins 18 secs

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You may recognize Harry Santa-Olalla as the entertaining and energetic host of An Evening With Heroes.

How Givergy brought a Brit to New York City and helped him find his American dream.

“Very quickly, it became something that’s part of my soul. I love being on stage and raising money for organizations and feeling like I’m making a difference.”

Hear more about the city he calls home, his perfect day, and why he’s so passionate about fighting cancer in episode 15 of the Summits Podcast.