More to the Story invites listeners into meaningful conversations that inspire connection, celebrate achievements, and prompt reflection on how they’re pursuing purpose in their every day lives.
Sharing the authentic stories of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the University, the podcast is hosted by Michael Weller ’27, who brings a thoughtful student perspective to each conversation.
Episodes run between 10-20 minutes, making them easy to enjoy between classes, during a commute, or with your morning cup of coffee.
The first four episodes center on the theme of momentum. Listeners will meet four individuals who are moving the University community forward in meaningful ways.
Episode 1: Building Bonds and Brotherhood with Brent Young ’27
Episode 2: Leading through Service with Ethan Ruschman ’26
Episode 3: Championing Student Success with Dr. Cate Sherron
Episode 4: Strength in Community with Jeramie Connor ’13 ’21
Series Two: Sustainability
Series Two, focused on the theme of sustainability, draws upon stewardship and responsibility. Rooted in sustainable practices and guided by our Catholic liberal arts mission, this series challenges us to care for our natural resources, affirm human dignity, and serve the common good.
Episode 5: Beyond Profit: Leading with Sustainability with Dr. Bruce Rosenthal
Episode 6: Rivers, Research, and Real Impact with Dr. Jonathan Frommeyer
Episode 7: Ecology, Conservation, and the Future We Share with Dr. Shannon Galbraith-Kent
Episode 8: Digging Deeper: A Student’s Sustainability Journey with Blake Hon
Series Three: Mind, Heart, and Mission
Series Three, centered on the theme, mind, heart, and mission, captures Thomas More University’s commitment to examining the ultimate meaning of life and our responsibility to others. Highlighting mental health awareness, this series invites our community to uphold the dignity of every person and to cultivate a culture rooted in empathy, compassion, and service.
Episode 9: Turning Loss into Mental Health Advocacy with Lucabella LaEace ’26
Episode 10: Navigating College Stress and Mental Health with Lauren Mulcahy
Episode 11: Mentorship in Motion with Mario Hill ’27
Episode 12: Breaking Barriers to Student Success with Emilee Huser
Meet the Host
Michael Weller ’27 is a Junior Sports and Entertainment Marketing major, pursuing minors in Communications and Business Administration. Along with hosting the More to the Story podcast, he is a member of the Men’s Track and Field team, competing in shot put, discus, hammer throw, and weight throw. He serves as the Vice President of the Alpha Delta Gamma, Rho Chapter, provides play-by-play commentary for TMU athletics, and is a Bishop Foys Scholar. Additionally, Michael is the Editor-in-Chief of The More You Know, TMU, Thomas More’s student-led online newspaper.
I really like getting to know new people on campus and letting their stories get shared.
Michael Weller, on his experience hosting this podcast
More to the Story is produced by the Thomas More University Marketing & Communications team, delivering on a commitment to share the unique stories of the people and programs of Thomas More, driving discovery and connection.
