Best Kayla Toronto Podcasts (2024)

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The Right to Disconnect - Part 2 with Erin Durant 33:06

1M ago33:06

33:06

This is the second of three segments in a limited series on the Right to Disconnect. In this segment, Young Advocates' Standing Committee Member James Hardy moderates a discussion with Ms. Erin Durant, who founded Durant Barristers in Ottawa after practising law as a partner at a large national firm and who was recognized by Canadian Lawyer in 2022…

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The Right to Disconnect - Part 1 with The Honourable George R. Strathy 39:27

2M ago39:27

39:27

This is the first of three podcast segments in a limited series on ongoing practice and procedural issues affecting young lawyers inspired by the Right to Disconnect policy incorporated into the Employment Standards Act, 2000 on December 2, 2021, and on how lawyers can proactively balance their professional and ethical obligations through the right…

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Inquiries and Inquests from Coast to Coast - Part 2 29:27

3M ago29:27

29:27

In this second episode of a 2-part podcast on inquisitorial proceedings, our expert TAS panel from across the country explains how they bring their own experience and perspective to their work on public inquiries and coroner’s inquests. In this episode, you will hear about these lawyers who found themselves practicing in this area and the challenge…

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Inquiries and Inquests from Coast to Coast - Part 1 37:40

4M ago37:40

37:40

Public inquiries and coroner’s inquests are many things, but they are not trials. In this first episode of a 2-part podcast, TAS members from across the country share their perspectives on inquests and inquiries, how they function, what they achieve and how to be effective advocates in a non-adversarial process. Ludmila Herbst is a partner at Farri…

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Crypto assets: Dealing with emerging currencies in the litigation context 37:24

9M ago37:24

37:24

The Mid-Career Advocates’ Standing Committee’s Speaker Series explores litigation scenarios that can be impacted by cryptocurrencies. Miranda Spence moderates the discussion with Madison Robins, Richard Niman and Jeff Newton, who share their experiences and insights into the what, when and how of dealing with crypto assets in litigation. Miranda Sp…

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Interview with Frank Walwyn 34:02

10M ago34:02

34:02

In this episode, Michael Ding sits down for a conversation with Frank Walwyn, recipient of the 2022 Eric Hoaken Excellence in Mentoring Award. The pair discuss Frank’s career, what inspired him to become a litigation lawyer and Frank’s approach to mentoring. Drawing from experience, Frank gives invaluable advice to both those looking to be an impac…

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Managing Partners Roundtable 42:11

1y ago42:11

42:11

In this episode, Kim Potter speaks with Yola Ventresca and Emily Lawrence about their experiences as managing partners of their respective law firms. They discuss how Yola and Emily came to be appointed to those leadership roles, what they have learned, and how they would describe their management styles. They also discuss the emergence of younger,…

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Interview with 2022 Catzman Award Recipient Neha Chugh 25:37

1y ago25:37

25:37

In this episode, Webnesh Haile speaks with Neha Chugh, the 2022 recipient of The Advocates’ Society’s Catzman Award for Professionalism and Civility. Neha and Web discuss non-linear career paths, the line between zealous representation and incivility, practical tips for remaining civil, and the role of professionalism in fostering the administratio…

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The open court principle and Sherman Estate v. Donovan 38:22

1+ y ago38:22

38:22

In this episode, Kristen Duerhammer speaks with Ewa Krajewska and Andrea Gonsalves about the implications of the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in Sherman Estate v. Donovan, 2021 SCC 25. They discuss the constitutional foundations of the open court principle, the test for discretionary limits on court openness, and situations where court openne…

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Celebrating Black History Month: A Chat with Kayla Smith of Cassels on Access to the Profession, Tackling the “Pipeline Issue”, Representation, and Effective Allyship 39:34

1+ y ago39:34

39:34

In this episode, Chris Horkins sits down with his colleague Kayla Smith, a TAS member committed to making a difference for aspiring young Black lawyers in Canada. They discuss Kayla’s involvement in various initiatives and tackling the “pipeline” issue for increasing diversity in the legal profession. They touch on the importance of representation,…

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The New Normal – Young advocates views on work arrangements “post-pandemic” 34:48

1+ y ago34:48

34:48

From fall 2021 to early 2022, three members of the Young Advocates Standing Committee’s Future of the Profession working group, Brendan McArthur-Stevens, Sara McGregor, and Zac Thiffault, conducted a survey of young advocates asking what they hoped for and expected from their workplaces as people started to return to the office. The survey – The fu…

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“Van Breda, 10 years on”: A Chat about the Conflict of Laws with the Honourable Louis LeBel and Paul-Erik Veel 57:49

1+ y ago57:49

57:49

This episode features a conversation about private international law hosted by Gabriel Poliquin (Olthuis van Ert) with retired Supreme Court of Canada Justice Louis LeBel and Paul-Erik Veel (Lenczner Slaght). Marking the 10th anniversary of the foundational Supreme Court of Canada Club Resorts v Van Breda decision (written by the Honourable Louis L…

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Observations on Advocacy from The Hon. John I. Laskin 43:52

1+ y ago43:52

43:52

In this episode, The Hon. John I. Laskin, a former justice at the Court of Appeal for Ontario, sits down with Natalia Rodriguez, Partner at Conway Baxter Wilson LLP, to share his observations on oral and written advocacy. The wide-ranging discussion touches on the value and purpose of oral and written advocacy, the questions in judges’ minds that a…

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Introduction to Indigenous Law and Legal Orders – Part 2: The Way Forward 59:49

2y ago59:49

59:49

In Part 2 of this two-part series, our panel continues their discussion on Indigenous laws and legal traditions, with a focus on the way forward. They discuss some of the work that is already taking place in Indigenous communities to revitalize Indigenous legal traditions and to exercise governance authority within the Canadian context more broadly…

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Introduction to Indigenous Law and Legal Orders – Part 1: Introducing Indigenous Legal Orders and Indigenous – Western Legal System Interactions 33:18

2y ago33:18

33:18

In Part 1 of this two-part series, Aria Laskin speaks with Prof. Aimée Craft, Prof. Alan Hanna and Christina Gray about Indigenous laws and legal orders, and the interactions of those systems with Western legal traditions. The panelists introduce the concept of Indigenous laws and legal orders, and some of the key pillars of Anishinaabe law. They a…

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Interview with Award of Justice Recipient David Nahwegahbow 37:02

2y ago37:02

37:02

In this episode, Kathleen Lickers, IPC, LSM interviews David Nahwegahbow, IPC, LSM, the 2021 recipient of The Advocates' Society's Award of Justice. In their fascinating and highly informative conversation, Kathleen and David discuss litigating Aboriginal rights issues from the inception of the Charter up to recent and ongoing litigation during the…

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Excellence in Advocacy – An Interview with Sarit Batner 36:10

2y ago36:10

36:10

Excellence in Advocacy – An Interview with Sarit Batner Sarit Batner (McCarthy Tetrault LLP) is the 2020 recipient of the Douglas K. Laidlaw Medal for Excellence in Advocacy. In this episode of Friends Who Argue, Chloe Snider (Dentons Canada LLP) interviews Sarit Batner about what makes for excellent oral advocacy, whether oral advocacy is still im…

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Behind the Scenes Look at TAS’s Modern Advocacy Task Force - Part 2 50:51

2+ y ago50:51

50:51

On this episode of Friends Who Argue, we’re sharing Part 2 of our behind-the-scenes look at the work of The Advocates’ Society’s Modern Advocacy Task Force and its final report, the Right to be Heard: The Future of Advocacy in Canada. Task Force member Alex Shelley interviews Advocates' Society president Deborah Palter and Advocates' Society Direct…

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Behind the Scenes Look at TAS’s Modern Advocacy Task Force - Part 1 39:43

2+ y ago39:43

39:43

On this episode of Friend Who Argue, we’re sharing Part 1 of our behind-the-scenes look at the work of The Advocates’ Society’s (TAS) Modern Advocacy Task Force (MATF) and its final report, the Right to be Heard: The Future of Advocacy in Canada. Task Force member Alex Shelley interviews TAS president Deborah E. Palter and TAS Director and MATF Cha…

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Transitioning Between Public and Private Practice: A Conversation 36:42

2+ y ago36:42

36:42

Andrea Bolieiro (Constitutional Law Branch, MAG Ontario) sits down with Daniel Baum of Langlois in Montréal and Ravi Amarnath of the Constitutional Law Branch, MAG Ontario, who have each worked in both public practice and private practice. Daniel started his career at the Department of Justice before moving to private practice, while Ravi started h…

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Connecting to Achieve Change 48:15

2+ y ago48:15

48:15

In this episode of Friends Who Argue, moderator Dominique Hussey reunites panelists Atrisha Lewis, Breanna Needham and Erin Durant who originally spoke at The Advocates’ Society 2019 Fall Convention panel on “Connecting to Achieve Change”. The panel discusses: how connecting with their communities has impacted their lives – professionally and perso…

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Pro Bono Sports Arbitration: Canadian Boxer seeks KO in sex discrimination case 41:31

2+ y ago41:31

41:31

In this episode of Friends Who Argue, Gowling WLG partner Erin Farrell interviews Sylvie Rodrigue and Sarah Whitmore of Torys LLP. Sylvie and Sarah recently represented decorated Canadian boxer, Mandy Bujold, in her fight to attend the Tokyo Olympic Summer Games (scheduled for 2020 and subsequently held in 2021) after a pandemic-driven rule change …

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Mentoring with Ranjan Agarwal, Recipient of the Eric Hoaken Excellence in Mentoring Award 46:12

2+ y ago46:12

46:12

In this episode of Friends Who Argue, construction lawyer Web Haile speaks with the winner of the 2020 Eric Hoaken Excellence in Mentoring Award, Ranjan Agarwal. Ranjan is a partner and co-head of Bennett Jones' class actions practice who has achieved numerous accomplishments and accolades over the course of his career. Through the lens of his expe…

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Parenting in Law 27:30

3y ago27:30

27:30

As we begin another school year, Laura Gurr speaks to litigators Tamara Ramsey, Mark Flisfeder and Matt Huys about the challenges of maintaining a litigation practice as a parent - particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic - as well as tips and tricks for being productive while staying sane. We hope you find this candid conversation useful whether …

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“Good Faith” Trilogy 32:21

3y ago32:21

32:21

Welcome to Season 2 of Friends Who Argue! In our first episode of Season 2, litigators Cynthia Spry, Elisha Jamieson and Winston Gee discuss the Supreme Court of Canada's decisions in the "good faith" trilogy of recent decisions: David Matthews v. Ocean Nutrition Canada Limited (NS), 2020 SCC 26 ("Matthews"), C.M. Callow Inc. v. Zollinger, 2020 SCC…

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Conducting Effective Remote Examinations with Lillian Pan 28:11

3y ago28:11

28:11

In this episode of Friends Who Argue, Daniel Baum, Partner in the litigation group at the Montréal office of Langlois chats with Lillian Pan, Q.C., a Partner practicing commercial litigation in the Calgary office of Dentons, about practical tips and tricks for optimizing remote examinations. Daniel Baum is a litigator who acts on a variety of comme…

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In Conversation with Linda Rothstein: Trailblazer and Recipient of the 2021 Advocates’ Society Medal 31:17

3y ago31:17

31:17

Interview with Linda Rothstein, Trailblazer and Recipient of the 2021 Advocates’ Society Medal This episode of Friends Who Argue features Michelle Alton, Tribunal General Counsel at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal in conversation with Linda Rothstein, founding partner at litigation boutique Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP…

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R. v. Chouhan with Cate Martell and Janani Shanmuganathan 34:03

3+ y ago34:03

34:03

Join Jean-Simon Schoenholz of Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP as he speaks to Cate Martell (@catemartell) and Janani Shanmuganathan (@_JananiS) about R. v. Chouhan, a recent appeal regarding the constitutionality of abolishing peremptory challenges in jury selection heard by the Supreme Court Canada. Cate Martell (www.martelldefence.com) acted as …

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Business Development in the Time of COVID 29:49

3+ y ago29:49

29:49

In this episode of Friends Who Argue, hear about how business development has changed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ian Breneman of Blakes chats with Gillian Hnatiw of Gillian Hnatiw & Co and Luisa Ritacca of Stockwoods LLP about how they have adapted their business development practices, and Reena Lalji, in-house counsel with BMO Financial…

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Interview with Joshua Sealy-Harrington (Part 2): Systemic racism viewed through the lens of historical jurisprudence 25:11

3+ y ago25:11

25:11

In Part 2 of this interview, released in honour of Black History Month, Natalia Rodriguez and Joshua Sealy-Harrington continue their important discussion on systemic racism looking at examples in recent jurisprudence, including; R. v. Kokopenace, 2015 SCC 28, in which the Court declined to consider the disproportionate effects of the jury roll syst…

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Interview with Joshua Sealy-Harrington (Part 1): Systemic racism viewed through the lens of historical jurisprudence 37:22

3+ y ago37:22

37:22

In Part 1 of this two-part interview, released in honour of Black History Month, please join Natalia Rodriguez for an engaging and meaningful conversation with Joshua Sealy-Harrington, author, academic and advocate, about Critical Race Theory and systemic racism viewed through the lens of historical jurisprudence. They also discuss racism in polici…

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The Ever-Evolving Career of YASC Civility Award Winner Omar Ha-Redeye 31:24

3+ y ago31:24

31:24

In this episode, we talk to TAS award recipient Omar Ha-Redeye about civility in the legal profession, his ever-evolving career in law, teaching at Ryerson during the pandemic, his advice to junior lawyers, and that time he ruptured an eardrum…By Various

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COVID-19 & Access to Justice with Erin Durant 25:19

3+ y ago25:19

25:19

Welcome to Friends Who Argue! In our first episode, Laura Gurr of Cohen Highly LLP in London sits down with Erin Durant of Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Ottawa about the early days of her career, her mentors and what impact she sees COVID-19 has had on access to justice.By Erin Durant

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Insight on the Reference re: the Genetic Non-Discrimination Act, 2020 SCC 17 30:58

3+ y ago30:58

30:58

Join Cynthia Spry of Babin Bessner Spry LLP, as she interviews Kate Robertson of Markson Law, and Michael Bookman, also of Babin Bessner Spry LLP, regarding the recent decision by the Supreme Court of Canada in the Reference re: the Genetic Non-Discrimination Act, 2020 SCC 17. In the Reference, the Court split two ways in three sets of reasons on t…

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S2E26: Ryan Shupak of Jiffy on finding early customers 16:49

3+ y ago16:49

16:49

Ryan Shupak is the co-founder of Jiffy, a service that allows you to get on-demand contractors to your home. Building a marketplace always comes with its own set of challenges. The supply side, the contractors, are already doing the work so building up this marketplace was a bit easier and more unique than others. The early day grind of getting sig…

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S2E25: Shawna Stewart of PostBeyond on people and policies 18:54

3+ y ago18:54

18:54

Shawna Stewart is the VP of People and Operations at PostBeyond, a tech startup in Toronto. Being in charge of the operations and people part of any company is a tall order. Shawna's favourite task is to create inclusive and positive policies. In light of Black Lives Matter especially, she believes it is important to take another look at policies a…

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S2 Special! David Lloyd Hosts Neil Wainright of UpHabit 29:54

3+ y ago29:54

29:54

David Lloyd recorded this episode with Neil Wainright in mid-2019 but never had the opportunity to publish it... until now! David Lloyd takes over the Float or Founder podcast to discuss "the grind" it takes to run a tech startup and turn it into a solid company. David comes from an extensive background in the tech industry in Toronto and is curren…

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S2E28: Kayla Isabelle of Startup Canada on Canadian entrepreneurship 18:37

3+ y ago18:37

18:37

What does it take to launch a business in Canada? Kayla Isabelle has had the pleasure of seeing companies from launch through success many times as Executive Director of Startup Canada. She takes us through the joy of coaching and mentoring startups and the similarities she sees between leaders. What does every entrepreneur need? Passion and grit. …

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S2E23: Diana Goodwin of Marketbox & Aquamobile on scalable flexibility 21:30

3+ y ago21:30

21:30

Diana Goodwin launched Aquamobile eight years ago - a business enabling swim instructors to do at-home lessons on-the-go. Their internal management tool of these instructors and customers/lessons led her to launching Marketbox to other companies facing labour deployment and management challenges. In essense, Aquamobile became a customer of Marketbo…

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S2E22: Sarah Stockdale of Growclass on data-driven startup marketing 17:46

3+ y ago17:46

17:46

Many people think marketing is fluffy but (especially in the tech industry) it's anything but. Marketing is creative, experimental, and data-driven. How do you write copy that connects? How do you create ads that converts? You need to test a hypothesis and see the data to build the most successful marketing strategies. Sarah Stockdale takes us on h…

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S2 Special! David Lloyd Hosts James Novak of Fiix 21:27

3+ y ago21:27

21:27

David Lloyd recorded this episode with James Novak in mid-2019 but never had the opportunity to publish it... until now! David Lloyd takes over the Float or Founder podcast to discuss "the grind" it takes to run a tech startup and turn it into a solid company. David comes from an extensive background in the tech industry in Toronto and is currently…

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S2E21: Kathy Cheng of WS & Co. + Redwood Classics on vertical integration 16:50

3+ y ago16:50

16:50

Running a textile factory is challenging but Kathy Cheng of WS & Co. and Redwood Classics Apparel takes us into the world of vertical integration. She shares how her family moved to Canada and started this company to promote made-in-Canada goods. She discusses how they're making fashion accessible through their Redwood Classics Apparel brand and th…

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S2E20: Derek Manuge of Corl on picking investments and advisors 21:24

4y ago21:24

21:24

Derek Manuge is the co-founder, Director, and CEO of Corl.io - a revenue sharing and investment company. He shows us the different types of funding opportunities for businesses and how he came up with the idea of using data to make equitable and fair investment decisions. There is a lot of math that goes into the underlying software! Derek shares t…

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S2E19: Faye Almeshaan of Acceleprise on accelerators 18:22

4y ago18:22

18:22

Faye Almeshaan is the Program Manager and Venture Associate of Acceleprise. Acceleprise is a B2B software accelerator program and investment firm based in San Francisco and Toronto. She talks about how companies pivoted and grew out of COVID and what the investment scene is like. If you're a B2B startup looking to join an accelerator, you can follo…

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S2E18: Zoe Share of Schmooz Media on not being self-serving on social 19:16

4y ago19:16

19:16

Social media marketing is a necessary component of every company. Zoe saw this a few years back when she started her agency Schmooz at a time when many didn't see social media as a serious pursuit. Zoe offers her insights on how important social media is to provide value and connect with the human side of brands, especially during COVID and Black L…

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S2E17: Charles Bennett of Triella on digital security 15:45

4y ago15:45

15:45

Charles Bennett has been running his full-service technology management company, Triella, for 17 years as founder and CEO! Running a company for that long has given Charles insight into the industry. He shares his top security tips for any company during COVID and with remote work becoming the norm. He openly shares the challenges of hiring and men…

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S2E16: Paula Teixeira Leite of Caju Winds on the packaged food business 20:10

4y ago20:10

20:10

Paula Teixeira Leite is the founder of Caju Winds, a cashew spread that is a delicious, vegan alternative to cream cheese and other dairy spreads. She started the business when her daughter started experiencing allergies and reactions to food. Paula shares insights into starting a food business - everything from the regulations, to working closely …

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S2E15: Jason Field of Brainstation on lifelong learning 19:45

4y ago19:45

19:45

Back to school looks a little different in 2020 for most people. Jason Field is the Founder and CEO of Brainstation, an education centre for digital skills. He discusses how they switched to online education during COVID-19 and how they could reach additional markets due to the online switch. They offer 400 instructors - not a small team by any mea…

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S2E14: Dr. Leeno Karumanchery of MESH Diversity on the science of diversity 17:51

4y ago17:51

17:51

Trigger Warning: Discussions of racism, George Floyd, police brutality, racism in the workplace. Dr. Leeno Karumanchery is the co-founder and Head of Behavioural Sciences at MESH Diversity. MESH fully integrated anti-racism tool. He is a doctor of sociology and discusses the first class and professor that inspired him to pursue anti-racist work as …

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S2E13: Alyssa Atkins of Lilia on personal pain point 22:32

4y ago22:32

22:32

When you face a personal pain point, what's the first thing you think to do? Alyssa Atkins of Lilia decided to turn her personal pain point into a business. Lilia is a personal online concierge that gives you clarity and confidence in options about egg security and storage - and celebration! She talks about her time in Y Combinator as it switched t…

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