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The Job Box

The Job Box

By: KC Sosa
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You may not even know if your dream job is out there. This is the podcast where we unpack everyday jobs with the everyday people who work them. Think of it as a career fair in podcast form - talking about all the important stuff you should consider when pursuing a career.

2026 KC Sosa
Career Success Economics Personal Development Personal Success
Episodes
  • Acting, Modeling, Disney Princessing - with McKenna Wright
    Aug 10 2026

    McKenna Wright shares her journey from learning Mandarin Chinese in Taiwan to becoming a Disney princess and pursuing a career in acting and modeling. She also discusses her passion for sociology and the challenges of work-life balance in the performing arts industry.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Multidimensional Career Journey
    • 02:44 Becoming a Disney Princess
    • 07:42 Passion for Sociology
    • 19:59 Challenges in the Performing Arts
    • 26:46 Trusting Yourself and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
    • 28:09 Job Security in the Entertainment Industry
    • 30:39 The Multifaceted Nature of Creative Careers
    • 38:46 Navigating Social Media and Personal Growth
    • 41:08 Embracing Authenticity and Vulnerability
    • 49:35 The Journey of Self-Belief and Manifestation
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    59 mins
  • WOW! Video Game Animation - with Chris Fish
    Aug 3 2026

    Chris Fish, an animator in the games industry, shares insights into his day-to-day work, the journey to becoming an animator. He discusses the differences between film and game animation, the process of creating animations, and his experience with college and industry expectations.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction to Animation in Games
    • 01:18 The Role of an Animator
    • 02:43 Differences Between Film and Game Animation
    • 03:29 Day-to-Day Work and Challenges
    • 09:07 Journey to Animation
    • 15:45 Industry Expectations and Culture
    • 25:24 The Good, the Bad, and the Break Room
    • 27:55 Gaming Conferences and Fan Interaction
    • 34:10 Impact of AI on the Gaming Industry
    • 32:36 Culture and Work Environment at Gaming Studios
    • 34:10 The Issue of Crunch in the Gaming Industry
    • 51:03 Financial Aspects of Working in the Gaming Industry
    • 56:31 Advice for Aspiring Animators and Impact of Online Schooling
    • 57:42 Industry-Specific Education
    • 01:06:16 The Value of Networking
    • 01:20:36 Career Goals and Job Opportunities
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    56 mins
  • Patent Attorney Plus Space Boats - with Vicky Chen
    Jul 21 2026

    Vicky walks us through the world of patent law, exploring the role of a patent attorney, the patent application process, and her experiences of working in the field. We discuss intelligence, work-life balance, career ambitions, and parental leave.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction to Patent Law
    • 01:32 The Work of a Patent Attorney
    • 02:29 The Patent Application Process
    • 07:03 Becoming a Patent Attorney
    • 10:29 Clerking for the Supreme Court
    • 22:22 The Good, the Bad, and the Break Room
    • 28:08 Understanding Intelligence
    • 32:26 Work-Life Balance in Law Firms
    • 35:52 Salary and Career Ambitions
    • 46:17 Parental Leave and Gender Equality
    • 51:12 Recruitment and Career Advice
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    53 mins
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