Owl Talk - A Sigma Pi Podcast

In this special Veterans Day episode of Owl Talk, we sit down with Nick Zeisler (Colorado State ’93), founding father of Ada-Sigma Chapter and a veteran of more than 30 years of service in the U.S. Air Force. From writing to generals to stay in the military, to advising chapters in Texas and Colorado, Nick shares a impactful journey across military service, corporate America, and higher education. He reflects on leadership, adaptability, and the brotherhood that helped shape, and save, his career. You’ll also hear how Sigma Pi helped him find his purpose at every stage of life: as an undergraduate, an executive, a volunteer, and a mentor.

Join Owl Talk as we host Grand Sage Christian Miele (Towson '00) for his third fireside chat of the biennium. In this episode, GS Miele discusses the Grand Council traveling to visit chapters across the nation, chapter connection through programming, fall recruitment, Convocation planning, the Executive Director search, and much more!

Alexander Pettigrew (IUP ’18) shares his journey from campus leader to national staff member and now Vice President of Business Development for Sigma Pi Fraternity. In this episode, Alexander reflects on how his time as Sage of Theta-Epsilon Chapter and IFC Vice President prepared him for a career guiding chapter growth, recruitment, and educational programming. He also discusses the evolution of flagship initiatives like the Tony Siress Leadership Summit, Mid-Year Leadership Conference, and Sigma Pi Engage, and how leaning into opportunities, even when uncomfortable, can unlock new potential for members and the organization alike.

Join Blake Marushak (Monmouth '23) and Brandon Blythe (Monmouth '23) in this bonus episode of Owl Talk! The guys recently took over the microphone to interview attendees at the Greater New Jersey Province Workshop. Topics include what the undergraduates are most looking forward to this academic year and how Sigma Pi Fraternity's new slogan, "Find Your Purpose," resonates with today's chapter members.

From a career-ending injury to a rising career in college football, Anthony Zampese (San Diego ‘17) shares a powerful story of resilience, leadership, and purpose. In this episode, we explore how Anthony transitioned from player to coach after a torn hamstring derailed his athletic career, and how Sigma Pi played a pivotal role along the way. He reflects on his time as Sage of Epsilon-Chi Chapter, lessons learned in the recruiting world, and how football and fraternity shaped his approach to mentorship, sacrifice, and building lasting relationships. Plus, don’t miss his “Three B’s of Life” and a behind-the-scenes look at coaching future NFL talent.

Season 4 of Owl Talk kicks off with a bang! Join us as we sit down with Avery Newell (Drury ’20), former Sage of Epsilon-Rho Chapter and squad leader for Drury University’s national champion shotgun sports team. In this episode, Avery shares how a chance encounter on move-in day led him to Sigma Pi, how eight years in competitive shooting taught him patience and leadership, and how those lessons shaped his time as a chapter president. We also talk about post-grad life, finding purpose, and what it means to stay involved after college. 

The season finale of Owl Talk features reflections and words of wisdom from six of Sigma Pi Fraternity's newest alumni. Join us as we talk with Zeta Chapter's Grant Holdren (Ohio Northern '21), Iota-Phi Chapter's Justin Zuna (FDU-Florham '22), Tau Chapter's Eamonn Kenny (Wisconsin '21), Theta-Phi Chapter's Zeno Zukovich (Penn Tech '23), Alpha-Rho Chapter's Joel Bell (Missouri State '21), and Iota-Rho Chapter's Ben Stafford (Keene State '21). These new alumni share their thoughts on what Sigma Pi means to them and they offer advice to the next generation of undergraduates from coast-to-coast.

Join us as we talk to Jay Montemayor (Seton Hall '87) to talk about higher education. Montemayor talks about how experiences at Delta-Epsilon Chapter shaped his professional career and, ultimately, inform his work serving first generation and low income students at the University of South Carolina Upstate.

In this episode we're joined by entrepreneur and Sigma Pi brother Bill Mooney (Fullerton, CA '81). Bill shares his journey from aspiring college baseball player to business leader and co-founder of 1790 Knife, a premium knife company. From early lessons in leadership and resilience at Sigma Pi to navigating the world of real estate, corporate America, and entrepreneurship, Bill offers practical insights on building purpose-driven businesses, finding your niche, and the value of direct response marketing. Plus, hear how his Sigma Pi roots continue to inspire his work and why giving back to the brotherhood means so much. A must-listen for anyone on the path to leadership and business success! Connect with Bill at bill@1790knife.com

Join Owl Talk as we host Grand Sage Christian Miele (Towson '00) for his second fireside chat of the biennium. In this episode, GS Miele makes a big announcement regarding the location of the 58th Biennial Convocation, talks about the progress that his committees and task forces are making, and provides an update on where Sigma Pi Fraternity is expanding to this semester!