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
  • Producing Films, Preventing Burnout - with Tess Kelly
    Jul 13 2026

    TK explores her role as a producer and the challenges and rewards of film production. It also touches on the importance of communication, self-awareness, the progress and challenges of gender equality in the industry,

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction to Film and Entertainment Industry
    • 01:07 Roles in Film Production: Producing and Directing
    • 02:01 The Creative Vision and Client Liaison
    • 03:09 The Role of Producers in Film Production
    • 05:20 Career Journey and Influences
    • 17:42 The Good, the Bad, and the Break Room
    • 18:04 Communication and Self-Awareness in Production
    • 26:39 The Importance of Taking a Moment
    • 29:35 Gender Equality in the Film Industry
    • 31:14 Ava Duvernay's Impact on Film
    • 35:59 Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Film
    • 42:25 Navigating the Production Industry
    • 48:28 Advice for Aspiring Producers
    • 52:55 Future Plans and Collaborations
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    56 mins
  • Directing Films, Talent and Balance - with Sophia Prestwich
    Jun 29 2026

    Sophia shares how she began her career as a film director. She describes the difference between videography and production, shares how she gets inspiration, and opens up about how much she usually charges.

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    53 mins
  • Aspiring Indie iOS Apps - with Eric Schofield
    Jul 6 2026

    We delve into Eric Schofield's journey from discovering a passion for software engineering to navigating various majors, and the role of AI in iOS engineering.

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    59 mins
  • Whimsy and Entrepreneurship - with Aaron Cheung
    Jun 22 2026

    Aaron Cheung shares his journey from a computer science degree to owning and operating a whimsical women's dress brand, Chelsea Reese. He discusses his career path, struggles with mental health, and the challenges of running a business. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability and the value of personal development in the face of business instability.

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    43 mins
  • Neuroscience in a Nutshell - with Forrest Hamrick
    Jun 15 2026

    Forrest Hamrick shares what launched his desire to be a neurosurgeon.

    Med schools, types of neurosurgery, salary ranges and AI's impact on neurosurgery.

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    43 mins