Chomp Talk with Dr. Solis
Chomp Talk with Dr. Solis is a Brazosport College podcast focused on connecting the College with the community it serves. Hosted by President Dr. Vincent Solis, the podcast features meaningful conversations with local leaders, industry partners, faculty, staff, and students who are helping shape education, workforce development, and opportunity across our region. Each episode highlights real stories, local partnerships, and the impact Brazosport College has on lives and families—creating space for open dialogue about education, careers, and the future of our community.
Episodes
What does effective leadership look like in higher education, business, and public service? In this episode of Chomp Talk, Dr. Vincent Solis sits down with Brazosport College Regent Roland Hendricks and Dr. Jarrett Johnson for a conversation on leadership, influence, and serving others. Together, they share personal experiences, discuss the qualities that define strong leaders, and explore how leadership continues to evolve in toda...
In this episode of Chomp Talk with Dr. Vincent R. Solis, three members of the Brazosport College Board of Regents share how leadership rooted in service can transform lives and strengthen a community.
Dr. Solis is joined by Regents Cheryl Sellers, Jennifer Monical, and Nita Garza for a conversation about mentorship, workforce development, healthcare, education, and the importance of investing in others. Together, they reflect o...
In this episode of Chomp Talk with Dr. Solis, we bring together three influential leaders who are shaping the future of our region through industry, media, and service.
Dr. Solis is joined by Phyllis Saathoff, Executive Director and CEO of Port Freeport, Yvonne Mintz, Editor and Publisher of The Facts, and Meredith King, Founder and CEO of True to Life Ministries. Together, they share perspectives on leadership, community impac...
In this episode of Chomp Talk with Dr. Solis, Dr. Solis sits down with Carol Del Carlo, Board Chair of the Association of Community College Trustees, for a conversation centered on leadership, advocacy, and the evolving role of community colleges.
Together, they explore how strong governance and forward-thinking leadership shape opportunities for students, strengthen communities, and help institutions stay responsive in a rapidl...
Growth is built in the moments no one else sees. In this episode of Chomp Talk with Dr. Solis, Dr. Solis is joined by Aaron Arizmendi, a Texas Ranger serving with the Texas Department of Public Safety, for a conversation about discipline, purpose, and stepping into who you’re meant to become. Drawing from real-life experiences in high-stakes environments, Aaron shares what it takes to stay grounded, lead with integrity, and keep mo...
In this episode of Chomp Talk, Dr. Vincent Solis sits down with Cody Vasut, Texas State Representative for District 25, for an open and thoughtful conversation about leadership, responsibility, and public service.
Rep. Vasut shares the principles that shape how he leads, how he processes criticism, and how he stays grounded in a role that often comes with pressure and public scrutiny. From a little Spider-Man wisdom about responsib...
In Episode 7 of Chomp Talk, Dr. Solis sits down with two distinguished guests for a powerful conversation centered on storytelling, leadership, and the journeys that shape who we become.
Joining him are Dr. Juliet V. Garcia, Professor at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, and Dr. William F. Strong, Professor and Fulbright Scholar in the Department of Communication at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
Together, they...
In Episode 6 of Chomp Talk, Dr. Solis, President of Brazosport College, sits down with Captain Tom Chaby, a retired, highly decorated leader from the U.S. Navy SEALs with more than 20 years of service.
Drawing from careers shaped in very different environments but united by shared values, Dr. Solis and Captain Chaby reflect on their personal leadership journeys and the moments that defined them. From leading under pressure and buil...
President Dr. Vincent Solis and Provost Dr. Monique Baucham discuss the future of digital media and podcasting at Brazosport College.
Join podcast host Dr. Vincent Solis, president of Brazosport College, and his guests, Staff Assembly President Rebecca Goins and Faculty Assembly President Cassandra Zamoralez, as they discuss their insights into the assembly meetings and journey as leaders.
Join podcast host Dr. Vincent Solis, president of Brazosport College, and his guests, art faculty members Molly Arc and Jackson Zorn, as they discuss their journey into the art world and how they use their experience to inspire students.
Brazosport College Website: https://www.brazosport.edu/
Brazosport College Art Program: https://www.brazosport.edu/cfa/academic-departments/art/
Join podcast host Dr. Vincent Solis, president of Brazosport College, and his guests, Criminal Justice faculty members Chris Mezzino and Danny Morgan, as they explore the ins and outs of the justice system, new state-mandated training, and the mentality of community-informed policing. For more information on our criminal justice programs and law enforcement academy, visit www.brazosport.edu/LEA
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0:00 Introduction of hosts ...
Join podcast host Dr. Vincent Solis and his guests, Dr. Mitch Seal, Dean of Instruction in Health & Industrial Technology, and Tanisha Millender, Veterans Counselor. Together, they will explore financial benefits, credits for prior learning, and other ways to serve our student vets at BC.
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Contents of this podcast:
0:00 Introduction of host & guests
4:20 What do you do at the college?
8:15 Explain what the SAP...
Join podcast host Dr. Vincent Solis, president of Brazosport College, and his guests, Division Chair of Life Sciences and Math Dr. Isaiah Schauer and biology faculty Dr. Joel Quiros, as they explore human genome editing, the future of humanity in space, the unique opportunities of studying science at a community college, and all things BC.
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Contents of this Podcast:
0:00 Introduction of host & guests
4:00 How do yo...
Beyond the Stethoscope: Exploring Excellence in Nursing Education at Brazosport College
Join podcast host Dr. Vincent Solis, president of Brazosport College, and his guests, Director of Nursing Samantha Resecker and nursing faculty Dr. Lea Anne Quave, as they dissect what makes our nursing program exemplary, the unique advantages of studying in a smaller community, technological advances in the medical field, and all things BC....
Join podcast host Dr. Vincent Solis, president of Brazosport College, and his inaugural guests, Chief Information Officer Brian Commons and Director of Library and Learning Services Phil Roche, as they discuss the actualization of the podcast studio, up-and-coming technology on campus, and all things BC.
Brazosport College Website: https://www.brazosport.edu/
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