Welcome to News Makers, the official podcast of the Tippecanoe Gazette! In each episode, the newspaper owner Greg Enslen brings you up close with the people shaping the future of our community—local newsmakers, business leaders, and community influencers who are making an impact in Tipp City and the surrounding areas. Through in-depth conversations, News Makers offers listeners updates and unique insights into the stories and initiatives that matter most to our community. Tune in to stay informed, inspired, and connected to the heartbeat of Tipp City! News Makers is a presentation of the Tippecanoe Gazette, a weekly print and digital newspaper published in Tipp City, Ohio. Subscribe today to the newspaper at www.tippgazette.com to enjoy weekly reporting covering local news, sports, events and items of interest.
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Welcome to News Makers, the official podcast of the Tippecanoe Gazette! In each episode, the newspaper owner Greg Enslen brings you up close with the people shaping the future of our community—local newsmakers, business leaders, and community influencers who are making an impact in Tipp City and the surrounding areas.
Through in-depth conversations, News Makers offers listeners updates and unique insights into the stories and initiatives that matter most to our community. Tune in to stay informed, inspired, and connected to the heartbeat of Tipp City!
News Makers is a presentation of the Tippecanoe Gazette, a weekly print and digital newspaper published in Tipp City, Ohio. Subscribe today to the newspaper at www.tippgazette.com to enjoy weekly reporting covering local news, sports, events and items of interest.
Inside BSA Troop 395 Building Leaders, One Scout at a Time
In this episode of the Newsmakers Podcast, host Greg Enslen sits down with members of Boy Scouts of America (BSA) Troop 395 in Tipp City to discuss the organization’s long-standing local history, its commitment to youth development, and the life skills that Scouting teaches beyond the campsite.
Greg welcomes Scoutmaster Todd Sonnenstein, committee member Mike Ralston, and David Kearns, a Troop 395 committee member and unit commissioner for the Miami Valley Council. The conversation explores how Scouting helps young people develop leadership, problem-solving, teamwork, self-reliance, and mentorship skills through hands-on experiences.
Troop 395 has served the Tipp City community for approximately 70 years, with Tipp City Global Methodist Church serving as its charter organization throughout that history. The guests explain how Scouts learn by doing, from mastering outdoor skills like starting a fire and practicing first aid to learning how to teach others, overcome challenges, and take responsibility for their decisions.
The episode also takes a closer look at the troop’s youth-led structure, including its patrol system, leadership roles, rank advancement, and the journey toward becoming an Eagle Scout. The guests discuss how adult volunteers guide Scouts while giving them opportunities to lead, learn from mistakes, and grow into confident, capable individuals.
With approximately 30 Scouts between the ages of 11 and 17, Troop 395 emphasizes that Scouting can fit alongside busy family schedules, sports, and other activities. The guests share how the troop works with families to help young people stay involved and continue progressing at their own pace.
Whether you’re a parent considering Scouting for your child or simply curious about the impact of local youth organizations, this episode highlights the value of mentorship, community involvement, and learning skills that last a lifetime.
Interested in joining Troop 395? Visit tipptroop395.com to learn more about Scouting opportunities in Tipp City.
The Newsmakers Podcast is sponsored by the Tippecanoe Gazette
