Sound Tracks is the podcast brought to you by University of Glasgow Careers and Alumni, thatโs jam-packed with sound advice from our graduate world-changers to help keep your career on track. Join hosts Kezia and Rosie as they take you on tour with awesome alumni all over the world to share their career journey. From side hustles and social enterprises to surviving freelance, creating social impact and surviving the big city living around the globe. In each episode, youโll be sure to get the ...
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The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!
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5.8 Melvin Breton on his global career with UNICEF and harnessing the power of tech
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Melvinโs career in social and economic policy has taken him from the Dominican Republic to East Timor, China and now New York City where he is a Policy Specialist at UNICEF. Melvin is a self-described โtechnology enthusiastโ and tech is a theme we return to throughout this episode. Melvin discusses the implications of new technology for policy workโฆ
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5.9 Kirsty Hassard on knowing your value and shining in the competitive museum sector
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Kirsty takes us on her journey from UofG history student to working at the V&A, where sheโs been involved in exhibitions ranging from nightclubs to robotics, and now Tartan, the first exhibition to be curated solely by V&A Dundee. Youโll get an insight into the day-to-day work of a curator, from researching and choosing objects, to speaking to presโฆ
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5.7 Salem Avan on UN peacekeeping and heart-based leadership
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Salem Avan has worked on UN peacekeeping missions in Africa, the Middle East and Europe, an experience which he tells us fundamentally changed his understanding of the world and how people live. Salem progressed from management to leadership roles, and in this episode he discusses the important differences between the two, and why he takes a โheartโฆ
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5.6 Part 2 Claire and Cristina's inside track on working in the Civil Service
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In this special two-part episode get the inside track on working in the civil service from two recent graduates who both made early career changes into policy roles. Neither Claire nor Cristina did the Civil Service fast stream programme. They found their own paths. In this episode, we take a deep dive into what these unconventional routes can lookโฆ
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5.6 Part 1 Claire and Cristina's inside track on working in the Civil Service
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In this special two-part episode get the inside track on working in the civil service from two recent graduates who both made early career changes into policy roles. Neither Claire nor Cristina did the Civil Service fast stream programme. They found their own paths. In this episode, we take a deep dive into what these unconventional routes can lookโฆ
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5.4 Ian Sharpe on making it in a booming TV industry
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In this episode we meet Ian, whose hard work and determination has led him to success in a highly competitive industry. Graduate Ian quickly learnt that getting a foot in the door of the music industry would require rigorous preparation, and after beating 10,000 applicants to a BBC Trainee Scheme, embarked on a career in digital, radio, and TV thatโฆ
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5.5 Kirsten Hogg on leadership in the third sector and shaping policy that changes lives
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In this episode, Kirsten shares an honest account of how tough she found her first year out of university and the knock-backs she got from job applications โ happily none of which she can even remember now! Hear about the temp job that changed the course of her career, sparked her interest in working in policy and helped build her confidence, eventโฆ
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5.2 Zara Gladman on public engagement pairing science with creativity and comedy
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In this episode Zuzia Boguslawska, UofG Careers Intern, gets the low-down on working in science communications and public engagement from Zara Gladman. Strap in as we follow Zaraโs journey from volunteering with Glasgow Science Festival to leading Public & Community Engagement at UofG as she reflects on the ups and downs learnt along the way. Zara โฆ
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5.3 Laura Bell on finding her stride in science communications
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Laura made the difficult decision to leave her cancer research institute to pursue a career in science communications, and the career change opened a wealth of new opportunities and personal accomplishments. Since making this leap, Laura has worked for organisations including Cancer Research UK and the MS Society in communication roles ranging fromโฆ
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5.1 Laura Crean on the myths of working in museums and the value of authenticity
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Lauraโs passion for working in the museum sector shines through in this episode, from the importance of creating an inclusive environment and bringing diversity of thought and representation, to the ways museums can affect change and make a difference to people's lives. Youโll hear about the enormous value that Laura places on authenticity and how โฆ
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Monetizing Your Consciousness with Personal.ai
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, we interview Suman Kanuganti, the CEO & Founder of Personal.ai. We go over how the technology integrates with blockchain, expansive use cases of the technology, and whโฆ
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The Music NFT Revolution with BLOND:ISH and Drasen
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Drasen interviews international DJ, Producer & environmental activist Blond:ish! They go over the opportunities blockchain is providing to artists and the creative endโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Drasen goes over the Bitcoin 2022 conference that we'll be attending in April! ----------------------- What is Bitcoin 2022? Bitcoin 2022 is a Bitcoin Conference for Bโฆ
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Letโs talk DAOs, Notional Finance & More with Cameron Schorg
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode recorded on Twitter Spaces, we invite Cameron Schorg, a BEN alum and head of BD at Notional Finance, to talk about how the DeFi space needs to evolve to be adopted by tโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode recorded on Twitter Spaces, we give a primer to understanding the Metaverse and what it's all about. ----------------------- What is BEN? The Blockchain Education Netwoโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode recorded on Twitter Spaces, we talk about Ronin Network, the new blockchain built by the team that built Axie Infinity, and the $RON token. ----------------------- Whatโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Drasen interviews Tarot, an upcoming music artist in the web3 space. They go over the launch of her new NFTs, the web3 space for artists, the mindset required and musiโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, William, managing director at Chainlink Labs, goes over the state of the enterprise sector in Blockchain, as well as explaining what value Chainlink is providing in thโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, we interview students from Purdue University that we flew to DCentral Miami 2021 and how they got involved in the blockchain space, as well as their perspectives on thโฆ
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The Need For Privacy with Tor Bair from Secret Network
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast, Tor Bair from Secret Network goes over the need for privacy in blockchains. A system cannot be fully scaled if absolutely everything is public. ----------------------- What isโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Kevin from CertiK goes over security processes that CertiK does for auditing smart contracts and blockchain protocols. ----------------------- What is CertiK? CertiK iโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Geneve from EY Blockchain goes over what the blockchain sector at EY is working on via community adoption & strategic mission. ----------------------- What is EY Blockโฆ
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The Blockchain Naming System of the Universe with ENS
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast, Brantley Milligan from ENS goes over his personal career history that led him to becoming part of ENS. Brantly is Director of Operations at ENS. He breaks down the use cases oโฆ
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Providing Blockchain Opportunities with Antonio from BEN
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Antonio goes over his journey into the blockchain space and what drives him to work at BEN and help students! ----------------------- What is BEN? The Blockchain Educaโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Kevin Owocki, founder of Gitcoin, explains how Gitcoin is a place for open source developers to get paid and for employers to get access to them. He talks about Gitcoiโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Chet Manikantan goes over his project Stonk League and how the fluctuations of the market began his company. Conversation topics include regulation, gathering users, aโฆ
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The 1st Blockchain University Course with Professor Marko
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Professor Marko from the University of Florida goes over how he was able to approve the first Blockchain course at his University. Antonio discusses with Marko how theโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, the famous multiplatinum artist MIMs goes over the future of music via NFTs and blockchain technology. He describes his journey into the blockchain space as a result oโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Marta from Messari goes over the analytical value Messari brings via their platform. She describes how students can get involved and jumpstart their analytical careersโฆ
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How Technology is Revolutionizing Art with Soho Arts Club
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Jared from Soho Arts Club goes over how they want to operate as a DAO and charity to help give artists a platform and join the technological revolution. --------------โฆ
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Paving Sneaker Culture Into Crypto with HypeX
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Ian goes over what HypeX is aiming to accomplish in the sneaker culture with blockchain & NFTs. They are aiming to be the bridge between the non-crypto sneaker lovers โฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Peter Clemenza goes over his outlook on crypto and gives advice to students looking to get into the blockchain space. ----------------------- Who is Peter Clemenza? Peโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast, German from AIA describes how incredible the future is looking for students in the blockchain space. He is highly motivated by the students who learn the technology on their oโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Skin discusses his emotional pain point for creating MAD NFTs. How beautiful & creative people make amazing art but are usually broke and don't know how to figure it oโฆ
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How I Got Into Blockchain with Kate from BEN
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, our Vice President Kate Stapleton, goes over her personal background and journey into the blockchain space. ----------------------- What is BEN? The Blockchain Educatiโฆ
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Medabots with Breaking Bad Actors Daniel and Luis Moncada
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, we interview Daniel and Luis Moncada from Breaking Bad! The brothers go over how they ended up in their acting roles and how they got into blockchain, as well as theirโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Elmond from UREEQA goes over how UREEQA is using the blockchain for business & creative validation. He gives great advice for students and creative individuals on the โฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Austin from Audius goes over with Drasen how the platform works with its token $AUDIO. Aside from Brave, Audius is the most used decentralized platform paving the way โฆ
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Accessing the Blockchain with Floating Point Group
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, David Micley from Floating Point Group, goes over how FPG helps out their clients access the blockchain ecosystem through marketplaces, exchanges and maintaining a safโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Graham Cathcart explains how EY is helping drive blockchain adoption and breaks down the most important & core fundamental principles of a blockchain network. He also โฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Sunny Aggarwal, discusses how he got into the blockchain field and how Cosmos is taking a different direction from other networks. Instead of every application runningโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Alex Mashinsky from Celsius discusses how Celsius is helping create a new world by incentivizing financial literacy via the blockchain. ----------------------- What isโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Jason Brink, CMO of Gala Games, goes over how they integrate blockchain on their platform, as well as what is needed to succeed as a blockchain gaming company: Fun Gamโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Alec Shaw, a BEN alum at Sperax, goes over how he got into the crypto space and how he handles business development at Sperax. He goes in depth on how an algorithm maiโฆ
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Building Institutional Bridges With AlphaPoint
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Reba Beeson, who serves as Alpha Pointโs general counsel, explains how the company provides a technology platform for Institutional Operators to help provide crypto asโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Li Jiang goes over Harmonyโs vision, parallel processing transactions which allows the network to scale horizontally. This allows extremely fast and extremely cheap trโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Marek Olszewski from Celo, gives an overview of crypto, DeFi and all the great innovation in the space has to be really accessible on mobile devices and how Celo is heโฆ
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast we discuss with Boba Network and its benefits as a Layer 2 Protocol, how we need seamless function in order to reach the maximum scalability, privacy & security and how Boba Neโฆ
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Is Gitcoin the Future of Open Source Funding?
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Kevin Owocki, founder of Gitcoin, walks us through how and why he founded Gitcoin. He explains his inspiration behind the creation of Gitcoin and how he built a way foโฆ
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Institutional Capital & the Metaverse with Polygon
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๐ Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses ๐ In this podcast episode, Chris Buren from BEN, interviews the fascinating Dean Thomas who transitioned from the traditional finance juggernauts of Goldman Sachs and Blackstone before switchingโฆ
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