Gamma Phi Beta Presents: True and Constant Podcast

With a portfolio that boasts collaborations with US Presidents and foreign dignitaries, celebrities, artists and industry leaders, she demonstrates a broad talent forming connections—visual and interpersonal—with some of the most inspirational individuals across the globe. Ren's work has featured prominently in prestigious publications such as Harper’s Bazaar, Modern Luxury, Travel & Leisure, D Magazine, and Voyage Magazine, where it has garnered acclaim. She has been recognized as one of the Top 40 Women Under 40 in the United States by The Crescent, further solidifying her status as a leading talent in the industry. Ren tells all in our True and Constant Podcast about what it’s like to be a world-renowned photographer, how she gets the best shot and most importantly, what it means to be a Gamma Phi Beta. Listen today!

It’s finally here! The first episode of our True and Constant Podcast with hosts, Lex Stewart (Ohio) and Emma Oremus (St. Louis). Joining them in this empowering episode is Kathryn Childers (Colorado-Boulder), who made history as one of the first five female U.S. Secret Service special agents hired in 1971. She joined 1,100 men in the elite agency where she shot holes in the glass ceiling, investigating counterfeit, working undercover and protecting the president and world leaders. Fondly called the “Pistol Packin’ Nanny,” Kathryn was charged with protecting the Kennedy children – Caroline and John Jr. – while traveling the globe with Former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Emma and Lex dive deeper into Kathryn’s history and her current life as a public speaker and author. Plus, they find out what it really means to live up to her mantra— “Do it scared!”— in the newest episode of our True and Constant Podcast.

Self-proclaimed "boss babe" Harper Matthews (Pepperdine) dedicates her days to seeking out the most promising emerging leaders on college campuses across North America as a university recruiter for Washington, D.C.-based McKinsey & Company. In this episode of “The True and Constant Podcast,” Harper imparts wisdom to sisters of all ages, particularly those on the brink of graduation and about to embark on their first professional endeavors. She delves into topics such as networking, navigating the corporate landscape and becoming a catalyst for positive change. Outside of her professional endeavors, Harper actively supports numerous organizations dedicated to empowering women, advocating for youth and improving the lives of communities of color. She channels her fervor for fostering genuine communities and her expertise in recruitment, retention and member experience into her volunteer roles. These roles include past positions such as Gamma Phi Beta Nominating Committee member and current roles such as membership services chair for the National Urban League Young Professionals. Tune in to hear Harper’s inspiring journey!

The July episode of The True and Constant Podcast has a very special and familiar guest, International President Autumn L. Hansen (Idaho)! Autumn is currently finishing her second term as International President of Gamma Phi Beta. Autumn has served on IC since 2012 as Education Vice President (2012-16), Alumnae Vice President (2016-18) and Vice President (2018-20). Before becoming International President, she chaired the Sorority’s Governance and Personnel Committee and was also a member of the Leadership Development Committee. A member of Xi Chapter at the University of Idaho, Autumn has Bachelor of Science degrees in sociology, psychology and crime and justice studies. She also has a master’s degree in social work from Indiana University. Professionally, Autumn is a licensed clinical social worker and currently works at the IU Health Employee Assistance Program as a clinical supervisor and counselor. She recently became a certified employee assistance professional. Autumn lives in Whitestown, Indiana, with her spouse, Nathan Hand, and twin daughters, Mary Jo and Hazel. With over 14 years of volunteer experience for Gamma Phi Beta, Autumn offers valuable insights into serving at every level of Gamma Phi Beta’s volunteer structure. Join hosts Emma and Lex as they explore what it’s like to be International President with Autumn in the latest edition of our True and Constant Podcast.

For the Founders Day edition of our True and Constant Podcast, hosts Emma Oremus (St. Louis) and Lex Stewart (Ohio) welcome star of stage and screen Kelli O’Hara (Oklahoma City)! Kelli has earned her place as one of Broadway’s leading ladies, with a career that includes 12 Broadway productions and eight Tony Award nominations. She won the 2015 Tony Award for best leading actress in a musical for her role as Anna Leonowens in “The King and I.” Beyond Broadway, Kelli is also an Emmy, SAG, Olivier and Grammy-nominated actress. When she’s not on stage, you can catch Kelli’s Emmy-nominated performance in the acclaimed web series “The Accidental Wolf” on Topic or see her in her current role as Aurora Fane in HBO’s hit series “The Gilded Age,” for which she received a SAG Ensemble Award nomination. Kelli has also appeared in several recurring television roles, including Showtime's “Masters of Sex,” “13 Reasons Why,” “Blue Bloods” and “All My Children.” Her additional film and television credits include “All the Bright Places,” “Peter Pan Live!,” “Sex & the City 2,” Martin Scorsese's “The Key to Reserva,” “The Good Fight,” “Numb3rs” and “The Independents.” In 2015, Kelli made history as the first artist to successfully transition from Broadway to opera with her Metropolitan Opera debut in Lehár’s “The Merry Widow” alongside Renée Fleming. She returned in 2018 as Despina in Mozart’s “Così Fan Tutte” and was last seen at The Metropolitan Opera in the world premiere of Kevin Puts’ “The Hours,” performing as Laura Brown. Her concerts have earned international acclaim, from Carnegie Hall to Tokyo, and she frequently appears on PBS live telecasts, The Kennedy Center Honors, and in performances with The New York Philharmonic and The New York Pops. Her solo albums, “Always” and “Wonder in the World,” are available on Ghostlight Records. We’re thrilled to celebrate our sister Kelli’s achievements on this special Founders Day edition of The True and Constant Podcast — don’t miss it!