Episode Synopsis "Optimist International History"

Welcome to Choose Optimism's first episode with Host Shane Neuman, along with our first guests, Past President Nick Prillaman and Optimist Russ Thomas. We will explore the history of Optimist International with Past President Dave Bruns, the author of "Bringing out the Best - The First Century of Optimist International." From its beginning in Buffalo New York to its growth as one of the largest service organizations in the world.

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