Best Jac, Alan Podcasts (2024)

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Pens, Notebooks, and Highlighters, Oh My!! 17:16

2y ago17:16

17:16

Danielle, Jac, & Mikey sit down to talk about their favorite stationery picks in time for the new year. What are some of your favorites? This episode was made possible by our Producer, Jac Boothe, and our Brand Strategist, Mikey Lullo. For more resources to help find your purpose, follow us on Instagram and TikTok @paths2purposepod If you have ques…

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Holiday Unwind 38:34

2y ago38:34

38:34

Sit down with your favorite cup of hot cocoa and join Danielle & Jac as they share their favorite ways to relax and enjoy the holiday season!!🎄 This episode was made possible by our Producer, Jac Boothe, and our Brand Strategist, Mikey Lullo. For more resources to help find your purpose, follow us on Instagram and TikTok @paths2purposepod If you ha…

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How We Get Sh!t Done (Not a Typo) 19:56

2y ago19:56

19:56

Join Danielle, Mikey, & Jac as they share their productivity tips & tricks. This episode was made possible by our Producer, Jac Boothe, and our Brand Strategist, Mikey Lullo. For more resources to help find your purpose, follow us on Instagram and TikTok @paths2purposepod If you have questions for us or want to say hi, feel free to email us too at …

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Navigating Life Choices ft. Michal Lullo 43:17

2y ago43:17

43:17

This week one of the Paths to Purpose team members, Michal "Mikey" Lullo shares her experience navigating tough life experiences with Danielle and Alan. She discusses how she chose the university she attended, the major she chose, and other big life decisions she has made thus far, all while dealing with personal and mental health challenges. This …

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Our Reactions to Roe v. Wade and Where to Go From Here 48:46

2y ago48:46

48:46

Hello friends!! WE. ARE. BACK. for Season 3 and we are starting off strong!! In this week’s episode, join Danielle, Mikey, and Jac for their vulnerable & authentic reactions to the overruling of Roe V. Wade from July 2022. The initial conversation takes place immediately after the news hit, and you get to hear each of the girls’ personal perspectiv…

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You Got Rejected. Now What? 35:34

2+ y ago35:34

35:34

Applying to jobs and internships can be tough. Dealing with rejection can be crushing when you are working towards your dream career. In this episode, Danielle and Alan explore rejection, and strategies for managing your feelings and moving forward. This episode was made possible by our Producer, Jac Boothe, and our Brand Strategist, Mikey Lullo. F…

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Roll With Stuff ft. David Long 53:04

2+ y ago53:04

53:04

In this week’s episode, Danielle and Jac interview musician, composer and producer, David Long, who discusses his philosophy about being fluid with project engagements and rolling through criticism. David’s career has spanned over 40 years and seen him work on numerous projects to commercial and critical acclaim. He has created over 20 film scores …

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Immersive Learning ft. Mark de Rond 37:36

2+ y ago37:36

37:36

Mark de Rond, Professor of Organisational Ethnography and Fellow of Darwin College at the University of Cambridge, discusses the value of deep immersive learning from his experiences earning the Guinness World Record for the first unsupported row of the entire length of the Amazon River, documenting the lives of doctors and nurses at war in Afghani…

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Eternal Optimism ft. John Psathas 50:03

2+ y ago50:03

50:03

This week Danielle is joined by podcast Audio Engineer, Jac, to chat with New Zealand-Greek composer John Psathas. Psathas has composed music for a variety projects including the 2004 Olympic Games, a classical chart-topping album with Serj Tankian, numerous commissions for the world’s top percussion players, and was also a former faculty member at…

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Building Trust Networks 33:23

2+ y ago33:23

33:23

This week, Alan and Danielle discuss one of the fundamental steps of finding a career rooted in purpose: building trust networks. They share tangible steps for how to reach out to new contacts if you hate small talk, and reaching out to someone out of your network via LinkedIn. This episode was made possible by our Audio Engineer, Jac Boothe, and o…

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Trusting Your Gut ft. Dr. Lauren Britton-Steele 32:39

2+ y ago32:39

32:39

This week we are joined by Dr. Lauren Britton-Steele, an Assistant Professor of Television and Digital Media Production and Emerging Media in the Park School of Communications at Ithaca College. Dr. B discusses how she found her purpose, from creating the first library makerspace to studying the intersection between human computer interaction and s…

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The Power of Resilience and Community ft. Brianna Goodlin 38:54

2+ y ago38:54

38:54

This week, we chat with Brianna Goodlin, the CEO and Founder of investED, an investment platform that facilitates direct donations to students in need. Brianna shares how navigating her early struggles through poverty helped inspire investED, and how a supportive community can play a big part in helping others reach their goals. This episode was ma…

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Standing Up Against Injustice ft. Shirah Mansaray 34:46

2+ y ago34:46

34:46

In this episode, we chat with Shirah Mansaray, the Co-Founder and CEO of I am Somebody's Child Soldier, and Amnesty International Board Member. Shirah shares how a moment where she stood up against injustice at a very young age catalyzed her path to support humanitarian need. This episode was made possible by our Audio Engineer, Jac Boothe, and our…

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Season Two: A Fresh (Re)start 33:53

2+ y ago33:53

33:53

Paths to Purpose returns for season two! After an unexpected hiatus from podcasting, Danielle and Alan are back discussing how to find purpose filled careers, with the help of two new teammates, Jac and Mikey. In this episode, they revisit their very first episode, and discuss why this purpose-filled careers are needed now more than ever. This epis…

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Serendipitous Encounters ft. Alan Jagolinzer 31:22

3+ y ago31:22

31:22

This week, Alan shares details about his non-standard path to becoming a U.S. Air Force pilot and his subsequent pivot to becoming a business school professor. Alan narrates some critical life lessons he internalized from serendipitous encounters with influential people he met along his journey. Follow us on Instagram @paths2purposepod, Twitter @pa…

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Facing Adversity ft. Taylor Lifka 32:06

3+ y ago32:06

32:06

This week we are joined by Taylor Lifka who is an english teacher at Roma High School in Roma, Texas, and is an alumni of Teach for America. In 2020, Taylor was placed temporarily on administrative leave after she refused to take down posters in her virtual classroom that supported underrepresented students. Taylor discusses how she drew from her i…

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Becoming a Global Citizen ft. Abby Falik 30:27

3+ y ago30:27

30:27

This week we are joined by Abby Falik, who is the Founder & CEO of Global Citizen Year — a nonprofit that enables the power of global immersion to unlock curiosity, conviction, and courage in next generation leaders. Abby discusses why charting your own path is critically important, and why taking a gap year before college can help you discover you…

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Embracing Risk ft. Jes Wolfe 33:01

3+ y ago33:01

33:01

This week we are joined by Jes Wolfe. Jes is the CEO Rebel Girls, the girl-driven edutainment company that brings inspiring stories of global women leaders to books, podcasts, toys, and digital media, Jes has prior experience as an Angel investor and startup advisor, Chief Operating Officer of a technology media company, strategic consultant, and i…

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Connecting to the Intention ft. Abdullahi Alim 31:33

3+ y ago31:33

31:33

This week we are joined by Abdullahi Alim. Abdullahi currently leads the Davos Lab at the World Economic Forum, a citizen-centered policy and impact incubator for nations seeking to rebuild after the worst economic, public health, climate and social justice crises of our time. Abdullahi discusses how he became a global leader, and how his purpose k…

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Why Study This? ft. Maslin Slade 24:02

3+ y ago24:02

24:02

This week we are joined by Maslin Slade, an undergraduate student at Miami University of Ohio who is double-majoring in biology and finance. Maslin discusses almost dropping a degree that did not resonate emotionally, until she found it could support a need she cares passionately about. Follow us on Instagram @paths2purposepod, Twitter @paths2purpo…

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Invest with an Edge ft. Brendan Wallace 31:53

3+ y ago31:53

31:53

This week we are joined by Brendan Wallace, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Fifth Wall, a venture capital firm that focuses on transformation and technological innovation with portfolios in real estate, climate technology, and retail. Brendan discusses his career journey from investment banking to private equity to venture capital, and how he ev…

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Managing Mental Health ft. Alex Stavros 38:45

3+ y ago38:45

38:45

This week we are joined by Alex Stavros, CEO of Embark Behavioral Health, which offers a network of treatment and therapy programs specializing in preteens, teens, and young adults, struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health and substance use issues. Alex shares why mental health is vitally important for life choices, but also for…

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Drawing a Map ft. Phoebe Kluck 36:24

3+ y ago36:24

36:24

In this episode, Phoebe Kluck discusses how she found clarity of purpose, project training, and "dream job" placement by charting her own course. Phoebe is currently a Strategic Project Coordinator with Girl Effect, and recently completed her Master’s in Gender, Development, and Globalization at the London School of Economics. Follow us on Instagra…

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Learning Through Pivots ft. Kara Zucker 28:35

3+ y ago28:35

28:35

This week we are joined by Kara Zucker, a Product Manager at Kinzoo, and the founder of Tech Ladies Vancouver, and former Peace Corps volunteer. Kara shares how she has used her experiences to learn and explore her purpose. Follow us on Instagram @paths2purposepod, Twitter @paths2purpose, TikTok @paths2purposepod, or contact us at paths2purposepod@…

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Finding Your Voice ft. Avery McCall 40:19

3+ y ago40:19

40:19

This week we discuss how to navigate from your internal compass to find compatible career mentors and growth opportunities. We are joined by Avery McCall, a current undergraduate student at Stanford, human rights advocate, technologies venture fellow, and former international runway model. Avery shares how she relies on her own internal feelings an…

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Mind the Gaps 34:25

3+ y ago34:25

34:25

This week we discuss the tactical elements of the career process. The goal is to gain trust with career opportunity gatekeepers. To do this, we need to source emotional resonance, inventory all of our skills, identify the skills the gatekeepers need, and then fill any skills gaps through training. Follow us on Instagram @paths2purposepod, Twitter @…

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Earning Trust ft. Loren Koszowski 27:32

3+ y ago27:32

27:32

This week we discuss how to earn trust, which is a core element of how to gain access to career opportunities with purpose. We are joined by Loren Koszowski, a teacher, current graduate student at Harvard, and former Teach for America Corps Member. Loren shares how she uses social-emotional learning to facilitate safe environments that allow studen…

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Project Discovery ft. Marco Dorado 36:29

3+ y ago36:29

36:29

This week we are joined by Marco Dorado, Colorado State Director of the All on the Line project. He was previously an assistant field director for the National Development Council and a Business Operations Manager for the Latino Leadership Institute. We discuss how he sources projects, and how his status as a DACA recipient has impacted his career.…

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Looking Within ft. Monique Malcolm-Hay 32:29

3+ y ago32:29

32:29

This week we are joined by Monique Malcolm-Hay, Global Program Manager at PWC in London and co-founder of New Gen Accountants. We discuss her journey to finding purpose through introspection, and the questions she asks herself to find clarity and to stay focused on achieving impact. Follow us on Instagram @paths2purposepod, Twitter @paths2purpose, …

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Learning to Swim 34:54

3+ y ago34:54

34:54

Danielle discusses how she navigated the "Purpose. Projects. People." process to find career clarity, with particular focus on the early "drowning swimmer" phase, where it's common to feel overwhelmed by uncertainty aversion and imposter syndrome. Follow us on Instagram @paths2purposepod, Twitter @paths2purpose, TikTok @paths2purposepod, or contact…

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Why Purpose? 29:07

4y ago29:07

29:07

What is purpose, and why is it integral to career success, impact, and emotional health? In this episode we discuss the value of investing in your purpose, identifying purpose using intrinsic motivation, and why projects and people matter more than brand names. Follow us on Instagram @paths2purposepod, Twitter @paths2purpose, TikTok @paths2purposep…