Emily Lampa '03 joins Beyond the Brown & Gold to talk about her incredible road to becoming a television personality. The former RTF major returns to campus after 20+ years to share her journey from small-market reporting through investigative journalism to her current role as a host at HSN. Along the way she discusses commuting to Rowan, moving across the country for early career opportunities, balancing family and career, and how her on-air skills translate to live product presentation.

This episode highlights the risks and rewards of a TV career, the camaraderie of small-market stations, and how education and persistence can lead to unexpected and fulfilling opportunities.

Rowan alum Megan Hilbert talks about launching Red’s Rolling Restaurant, expanding from one truck to multiple units, and shifting to a successful fried‑food menu. She also shares how she bought Eclipse Brewing, learned business lessons on the fly, and now supports other entrepreneurs.

This episode covers her college years at Rowan, the challenges of running food trucks and a brewery, staffing and logistics, and practical advice for students and alumni who want to start their own business.

Tony Cattani '98, M'02 details his remarkable journey with co-hosts Jessica Kanady and Rob Lightfoot on a new episode of Beyond the Brown & Gold. Cattani describes his path from playing football at Rowan to a career in education, becoming Lenape High School principal and the 2025 National High School Principal of the Year.

He discusses mentors who guided him, his leadership approach (recognize, acknowledge, extend), hosting the Proud Principals Podcast, and how he builds school culture while supporting students and staff.