{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"AmeriCorps Connections","title":"A Legend in Service | Bill Basl","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/ef95c480\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3555,"description":"🚀 New Episode! The Legacy & Future of AmeriCorps with Bill Basl 🎙️\nJoin us for an incredible conversation with AmeriCorps legend Bill Basl, a VISTA alum from 1970 and a pioneer of national service. Bill has shaped service programs at every level—from founding the Washington Service Corps & Veterans Corps to serving as Director of AmeriCorps at the White House.\nIn this episode, we explore:\n✅ The early days of VISTA & lessons from the 1970s\n✅ The birth of AmeriCorps & the power of service\n✅ How national service can unite communities & inspire the next generation\n✅ The vision behind the National Museum & Center for Service\nBill’s journey is a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and impact. Whether you’re an AmeriCorps alum, a service enthusiast, or just curious about the power of civic engagement—this episode is for you!\n📌 Learn more about the National Museum & Center for Service: https://www.nmcfs.org/\nThere is a current installation at the DC Library - https://www.dclibrary.org/service-everywhere-dc\nExhibit Dates and Locations:\nJanuary 9—March 2025: Lamond-Riggs Neighborhood Library\nApril 1—June 30, 2025: MLK Library\n🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations!\n#americorps #americorpsalumni  #nationalservice  #podcast  #communityengagement  #CivicLeadership #volunteerism\n🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝\nAlumni Connections\nAmeriCorps Alums LinkedIn Group \nAmeriCorps Opportunities \nSchools of National Service - Find an institute that will match/ honor or offer other incentives toward your Segal Education Award - \nEmployers of National Service - Find employers who prioritize AmeriCorps Alumni service in their hiring \n🤠Shout outs!\n🌟🌟Podcast Marketing support provided by Do Good, Be Good - they provide training for AmeriCorps programs and are staffed by AmeriCorps alumni.\n🌟🌟Hosting and podcast consultation provided by Producer Dan Metivier of Time or Money Production. Thank you, Dan! (p.s., he's an NCCC AmeriCorps Alumni)\n\n{supporters}","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/c4sc2-uOGbHbwtPQX335ur5oQHYsLQ6rDBkAM2hvRNU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQwMjg4LzE2OTIz/OTQ2NzctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}