Episode 2.04: Mental Health, Masculinity, and Vulnerability with James Burke
In this episode of ILLUMENATE, Chris welcomes Melbourne-based digital creative and storyteller James Burke, who shares a deeply honest exploration of mental health, masculinity, and the pursuit of an ...
11 Des 202552min
Episode 2.03 Moral Clarity in a Chaotic World with ItsLuke
In this episode of ILLUMENATE, Chris sits down with ItsLuke—digital creator, co-host of the Find Out podcast, and self-described “internet’s anger translator.” Luke shares how he went from software en...
1 Des 202536min
Episode 2.02: Finding Purpose, Empathy, and Community with Tim Fullerton
In this episode of ILLUMENATE, Chris Tidrick sits down with Tim Fullerton—digital strategist, entrepreneur, and co-host of the Find Out podcast—for a conversation that moves beyond politics and into t...
23 Okt 20251h 4min
Episode 2.01: Curiosity, Vulnerability, and Connection with Chris Tidrick
In the premier episode of Season 2 of ILLUMENATE, the guest is the host himself, Chris Tidrick. Known for his thoughtful approach to male vulnerability, leadership, and purpose, Chris launched this po...
18 Sep 20251h 27min
Episode 1.18: Risk, Authenticity, and Legacy with Mel Fenner
In this episode of ILLUMENATE, Chris sits down with Dr. Mel Fenner, an HBCU leader, technologist, and community builder whose journey from small-town Mississippi to the heights of higher education lea...
15 Jul 202542min
Episode 1.17: Rewriting Masculinity with Joy and Purpose with Ryan Rucker
In this episode of ILLUMENATE, Chris sits down with the multi-talented Ryan Rucker—a devoted father, children’s book author, game show champion, ice cream entrepreneur, and host of the Courtside Forev...
25 Jun 20251h 1min
Episode 1.16: Moving from Ally to Accomplice with Mike B
In this episode of ILLUMENATE, Chris sits down with Mike B, a Central Illinois resident, nonprofit executive, flight instructor, and passionate advocate for social justice. Mike shares a deeply person...
11 Jun 202551min
Episode 1.15: Redemption, Resilience, and Redefining Purpose with Prince Robertson
In this episode of ILLUMENATE, Chris sits down with Rev. Dr. Prince Robertson, Dean of Students for Inclusion and Advocacy at Illinois Wesleyan University. A minister, educator, author, and father, Dr...
28 Mai 20251h 2min
