Best Key Wealth Institute Podcasts (2024)

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Mind Your Business - Presenting Encore - the latest from Watauga Leadership Institute - Dr. Jim Street 22:27

13h ago22:27

22:27

Everyone else is going back to school -- maybe you should too! The Watauga Leadership Institute presents Encore, its latest professional development program aimed at helping people continue their journey in leadership. While this class may not keep you in school all day, or present an avenue to enjoy that tasty square pizza, it will provide leaders…

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Mind Your Business - What To Know About Decision 2024 - Matt Snyder - Watauga County Board of Elections 31:30

5d ago31:30

31:30

Election season is fast approaching, and more conversation about election process and integrity has become part of our daily lives than ever before. On this week's Mind Your Business, we visit with Matt Snyder, Director of the Watauga County Board of Elections. He will provide details on the voting process for Watauga County Commissioner in the 202…

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Mind Your Business - What did the Fed Say? Jonathan Allen - Allen Wealth Management 29:11

12d ago29:11

29:11

Yesterday, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced that the federal funds rate will hold steady -- for now. Is a long-anticipated change to interest rates on the horizon? If so, what does that mean for us here in Northwest North Carolina? On this week's Mind Your Business, we bring you are most timely quarterly check-in with Jonathan Allen of…

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Bhutan’s Multifaceted Approach to Sustainable Development 21:31

15d ago21:31

21:31

This episode of US-Asia Institute's podcast, Asia Unscripted, features Mr. Michael Kugelman, the director of the Wilson Center's South Asia Institute. He is also a columnist for the Foreign Policy Magazine. His primary research projects include geopolitics in South Asia, U.S.-India technology cooperation, and the role of the U.S.-led war in Afghani…

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Mind Your Business - A Trip Around Town - Key Community Updates 17:23

27d ago17:23

17:23

Been out and about this summer and feel a little detached from the goings on of Boone and the High Country? On this week's Mind Your Business, get updates on community conversations focused on parking and childcare. Plus, get the scoop on upcoming Chamber events like the Meet the Candidates Forum and Spirit of Boone. We will also share information …

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Mind Your Business - Wonder Pelvic Therapy & Wellness 27:47

1M ago27:47

27:47

Access to healthcare is one of the most important topics people consider when moving to a new area. We have been fortunate to see heathcare evolve in a positive way here in the mountains of northwest North Carolina, with new practices bringing service enhancements to our area that benefit all ages and health conditions. On this week's Mind Your Bus…

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Mind Your Business - BONUS EPISODE - Legislative Update & News on Early Childhood Compensation Grants 16:03

2M ago16:03

16:03

BONUS CONTENT ALERT!! The North Carolina General Assembly is in recess and we have a few short updates about what has transpired in Raleigh over the past few weeks and months. The main focus of this bonus installment of Mind Your Business centers around Early Childhood Education, and action taken by the NC House and Senate to extend compensation gr…

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Mind Your Business - Middle Fork Greenway Update & Roundup Details 32:43

2M ago32:43

32:43

The Round-Up for the Greenway is an annual community-wide fundraiser partnering with local Watauga County businesses to help fund the continued construction of the Middle Fork Greenway, a project of the Blue Ridge Conservancy. During the month of July, businesses ask their customers to Round Up to the nearest dollar. Last year, 56 local businesses,…

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Mind Your Business - An update on the Boone Next project & Info on Boonerang & Downtown Parking 30:17

2M ago30:17

30:17

Call this the Town of Boone episode of Mind Your Business, as the bulk of the program is dedicated to the Boone Next project, a revisioning of the Town's Comprehensive Development plan. This week we hear from Jane Shook, Director of Planning & Inspections, and Jessica Mitchell, Advanced Planning Specialist, with the Town of Boone. They update the t…

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Mind Your Business - The Anatomy of Summer Tourism Season 43:55

2M ago43:55

43:55

Summer tourism season is in full swing in the High Country! Yes, there may be extra traffic, but in a community that's built on volume, the summer dollars mean our favorite local businesses can afford to operate year-around. On this week's episode of Mind Your Business we examine the impact of the tourism economy on our local community. How do tour…

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Mind Your Business - Practical applications for AI & Technology Uses in High Country Small Businesses 28:48

2M ago28:48

28:48

Integration of AI and emerging technology are on just about every channel, pretty much all the time! How do small businesses and their employees begin to use these tools to their advantage? What are the simplest ways to turn efficiency into effectivness when it comes to "learning new things," in the technology arena. We got to these questions and m…

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Mind Your Business - Market Trends Heading into the Summer - J.W. Kiser - New People's Bank 24:24

3M ago24:24

24:24

There's a new bank in town! A few weeks ago, we celebrated the grand opening of the new full-service branch of New People's Bank in Boone. After operating a loan production office in the High Country for a few years, they have settled into their new location on Wilson Drive in the Winkler's Crossing shopping center! On this week's Mind Your Busines…

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Asia Unscripted: Cambodia's Approach to Climate Change: A Deep Dive Into their Environmental Policies 33:56

4M ago33:56

33:56

This episode of US-Asia Institute's podcast, Asia Unscripted, features Dr. Courtney Work, who is an Associate Professor at National Chengchi Univeristy. Before joining National Chengchi University, Dr. Work completed her PhD at Cornell University, in Ithaca, NY in 2014, after which she spent five years on a research post-doc with the Institute for …

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Mind Your Business - Boonerang 2024 24:26

4M ago24:26

24:26

Spring has arrived in the High Country and that means festival season is here! Boonerang is back for year three, with new and expanded features that will bring thousands of festival enthusiasts to the streets of Downtown Boone, June 13-15, 2024. On this week's Mind Your Business we visit with Mark Freed, Director of Cultural Resources for the Town …

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Mind Your Business - Results of the 2024 Watauga County Childcare Study 28:10

4M ago28:10

28:10

Ater several months of research and over 700 points of stakeholder engagement, the Watauga County Childcare Study is complete. On this week's Mind Your Business, we breakdown the numbers that relate to the key county demographics and trends that fuel the need for early childhood and afterschool care in Watauga County. We'll then get further context…

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Thailand's Foreign Policy: Exploring the Shifting Dynamic of US-Thai Relations 27:57

5M ago27:57

27:57

This episode of US-Asia Institute's podcast, Asia Unscripted, features Ambassador Scot Marciel, Ambassador Scot Marciel is the Oksenberg-Rohlen Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies. From 2010 to 2013, Ambassador Marciel served as U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia and served as the first U.S. Ambassador for ASEAN Affairs and D…

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Mind Your Business - 4 Under 40 - Where are they now? 50:55

5M ago50:55

50:55

We are inching closer to the 8th annual Boone Area Chamber of Commerce 4 Under 40 Awards. This year's event takes place at the historic Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, Wednesday, April 24th, with a full red-carpet experience beginning at 5:30PM. You can read more about this year's event and our 16 honorees here. Before we recognize the 4 U…

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Modern India-Pakistan Relations: A look into the history of India and Pakistan’s Politics 29:25

5M ago29:25

29:25

This episode of US-Asia Institute's podcast, Asia Unscripted, features Dr. Alka Jauhari, who is a Practitioner In Residence at the Department of Human Sciences of the University of New Haven. Dr. Jauhari has obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Isabella Thoburn College, a Masters Degree in Political Science at Lucknow University, and…

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Community Initiatives in Mongolia: Gaining Insight From the Co-Director of the Friends of Mongolia 24:28

5M ago24:28

24:28

This episode of US-Asia Institute's podcast, Asia Unscripted, features Nick Millward, who is the U.S. Co-Director of Friends of Mongolia. Nick Millward earned a bachelor’s in international studies at Virginia Military Institute. Upon graduating, he served as an Infantry Officer in the US Marine Corps for 7 years, where he was eventually stationed i…

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Mind Your Business - What's Going On with Healthcare in the High Country - Chuck Mantooth - UNC Health Appalachian 26:52

5M ago26:52

26:52

The health and wellbeing of employees and their families is an essential part of a high-functioning business. The realities and experiences of life during the pandemic brought new focus toward how business owners can prioritize employee well-being, while also shining light on the available heathcare resources in our region. UNC Health Appalachian, …

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Mind Your Business - What's Going On with the Economy - Jonathan Allen - Allen Wealth Management 26:43

6M ago26:43

26:43

Financial information comes at you from many directions and in many flavors in today's economy. What are the indicators and trends that speak best to the day-to-day realities of business and personal life in Watauga County? What trends should we pay attention to as it relates to the next big shift? Simply asked, "What's Going On with the Economy?" …

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Mind Your Business - 2024 Primary Election Special Episode - Matt Snyder, Watauga County Board of Elections 19:20

6M ago19:20

19:20

BONUS CONTENT!!! On this special episode of Mind Your Business, we visit with Matt Snyder, Director of the Watauga County Board of Elections about the upcoming 2024 Primary election. Hear specifics about early voting ahead of the March 5th election, polling site and voter ID information, changes to districts for the upcoming Watauga County Commissi…

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Mind Your Business - What's Going On with the Northern Peaks State Trail - Jordan Sellers - Blue Ridge Conservancy 30:15

6M ago30:15

30:15

Positive connections between communities make a region like the High Country stronger. Partnership on one project can lead to future dialogue about other collaborative opportunities. The more we work to connect our local towns, counties, and their governmental entities, the better the chance for businesses and individuals to find similar ways to wo…

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Mind Your Business - What's Going On with Childcare in Watauga County? 39:29

6M ago39:29

39:29

The ability to access affordable childcare in Watauga County remains as much a part of the conversation around economic prosperity as accessing affordable housing. Even if you don't have a child that requires childcare, chances are you work with someone that does, and workforce reliability remains an important topic for all to consider. Also, from …

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The Honorable Sade Bimantara: Celebrating 75 Years of Indonesia-US Relations 17:24

6M ago17:24

17:24

This episode of US-Asia Institute's podcast, Asia Unscripted, features the Charge d'Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, The Honorable Sade Bimantara. He is a career diplomat and graduate of Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, where he obtained his Bachelor and Masters in his focuses of interests: economics, finance, an…

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Mind Your Business - What's Going On with Residential Real Estate - Stacie Pineda - Stacie Pineda Real Estate Group 30:41

6M ago30:41

30:41

The residential real estate market is one of the most complex, and at times frustrating aspects of our local economy. The need for housing of all types and price points, for sale and rent, remains a pressing workforce challenge. Stacie Pineda of the Stacie Pineda Real Estate Group joins us on this week's Mind Your Business to answer the question: "…

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Mind Your Business - Recapping the 2023 Watauga County Businesses of the Year 16:47

7M ago16:47

16:47

As part of the 8th annual High Country Economic Kickoff Luncheon, the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce was pleased to present the 2023 Watauga County Business of the Year awards. This ceremony was presented thanks to the support of Carolina Mountain Title. On this week's Mind Your Business, we revisit the podium speeches from each of our winners, whi…

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Mind Your Business - STABLE Workplaces rollout & the Boone Next Community Project 21:20

7M ago21:20

21:20

It's been a fast and furious start to the year for the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. Between the High Country Economic Kickoff luncheon, the start of Watauga Leadership Institute, and participation in the first Boone Next community convening, our team has been in the middle of some important conversations. We also were excited to be a part of the…

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Mind Your Business - High Country Economic Kickoff recap episode 1:06:51

7M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

The 2024 High Country Economic Kickoff is in the books. On this week's Mind Your Business, we feature the full remarks from Gary Salamido, President/CEO of the North Carolina Chamber. We also bring you the entirety of the 2024 High Country Economic Forecast from Dr. Harry Davis. Mind Your Business is a weekly production of the Boone Area Chamber of…

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Mind Your Business - Top 5 Storylines Entering 2024 26:55

7M ago26:55

26:55

Tis the season for lists and goals...and lists of goals! The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce does not want to leave fans of the Mind Your Business Podcast disappointed, so we start a new season of our program with a list of the Top 5 storylines we are watching heading into 2024. Mind your Business is produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Comm…

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Mind Your Business - Watauga Leadership Institute - Duane Wade - Hampton Inn & Suites of Boone 31:38

8M ago31:38

31:38

The Watauga Leadership Institute serves as the community leadership development arm of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. Each year, participants enjoy a cohort-style program that helps them unlock leadership and fine tine leadership skills, while also helping them better understand the way the High Country community functions. On this week's Mind…

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Mind Your Business - Economic Value of Winter Sports In North Carolina - Kim Jochl - NC Ski Areas Association 30:06

8M ago30:06

30:06

It always seems to be tourism season in the High Country! While the summer months may provide the right climate for people to enjoy the outdoors at a more comfortable temperature, the winter sports season provides a similar chance to focus on outdoor recreation, only this time with a jacket, bibs, and comfy socks. The North Carolina Ski Areas Assoc…

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Mind Your Business - Blue Ridge Rising Recap - Caroline Stahlschmidt - Destination by Design 31:33

8M ago31:33

31:33

Blue Ridge Rising is an initiative of the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, the nonprofit fundraising partner for the Blue Ridge Parkway, to strengthen cross-jurisdictional relationships, foster economic development within the region’s gateway communities, and establish a unified regional voice. On December 5-6, 2023, the Blue Ridge Rising Two-State S…

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Mind Your Business - Medicaid Expansion and its Impact on the High Country 31:05

9M ago31:05

31:05

North Carolina is expanding who can get Medicaid starting December 1, 2023. Who is eligible for coverage? What documents do you need to have to get registered? How will Medicaid expansion benefit the High Country healthcare landscape? We have assembled a group of community health care leaders from UNC Health Appalachian, High Country Community Heal…

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Mind Your Business - Cyndi Dancy - Watauga County Childcare Study 24:23

10M ago24:23

24:23

During its scheduled meeting Tuesday, October 3, the Watauga County Board of Commissioners granted approval for the Watauga Economic Development Commission to conduct a comprehensive study and analysis of childcare in the county. The study will be conducted by Dancy Research, a North Carolina-based economic development research firm, who recently c…

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David Dollar: South East Asia and China’s Belt and Road Initiative 30:05

10M ago30:05

30:05

This episode features Dr. David Dollar, who is a senior fellow in the John L. Thornton China Center at the Brookings Institution and host of the Brookings trade podcast, Dollar&Sense. He is a leading expert on China’s economy and U.S.-China economic relations. From 2009 to 2013, Dollar was the U.S. Treasury’s economic and financial emissary to Chin…

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Mind Your Business - Jonathan Allen - Allen Wealth Management 28:35

10M ago28:35

28:35

The financial world moves fast and it's important to keep a close eye on national issues that can have a direct impact on the High Country economy. On this week's Mind Your Business, we host our quarterly conversation with Jonathan Allen of Allen Wealth Management and Allen Tax. We'll get an overview of the economic picture, complete with discussio…

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James Borton and Rodger Baker: Science Diplomacy and The Ecological Implications of The South China Sea 27:54

11M ago27:54

27:54

This episode features James Borton and Rodger Baker, the co-authors of the South China Sea Maritime Survey, a survey that aims to “underscore the urgency to examine the benefits and prospects of science-led initiatives in light of the unfolding climate and ecological changes occurring in the region (Source: RANE Marcom blog).” James Borton is a Sen…

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Dr. Dini Sejko: Sovereign Wealth Funds in South East Asia 26:58

11M ago26:58

26:58

This episode features Dr. Dini Sejko, a Lecturer at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Business School, and a research affiliate at The Fletcher Network for Sovereign Wealth and Global Capital, Tufts University. Dr Sejko’s research focuses on international economic law and the governance of state-owned enterprises and sovereign wea…

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Mark Manantan: AI Governance and Cybersecurity in South East Asia 25:36

12M ago25:36

25:36

This episode features Mark Manantan, the Director of Cybersecurity and Critical Technologies at the Pacific Forum. At the Forum, Mr. Manantan currently leads the Cyber ASEAN capacity-building initiative, and the US Cyber, Technology, and Security partnerships with Japan, Australia, Taiwan, and South Korea. Mr. Manantan is also a non-resident fellow…

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Justin Hall: Venture Capital Investment in South East Asia 25:54

1y ago25:54

25:54

This episode features Justin Hall, a partner at Golden Gate Ventures, a venture capital firm headquartered in Singapore that invests in early stage tech startups across various South East Asian countries (with offices in Indonesia and Vietnam). Hall’s investment portfolio is wide-ranging, including web-based marketplace Carousell, and most recently…

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Ramesh Subramaniam: Climate Financing and ASEAN’s Clean Energy Transition 25:39

1y ago25:39

25:39

This episode features Ramesh Subramaniam, Director General of the Southeast Asia Department for the Asian Development Bank (or ADB), a regional development bank that works to promote social and economic development in Asia. Under his department, he has managed over $24 billion in projects under implementation. In addition, he currently holds positi…

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Ambassador Ted Osius: Vietnam’s Economic Development, Clean Energy Transition, and Digital Economy 34:38

2y ago34:38

34:38

This episode features Ambassador Ted Osius, President and CEO of the US-ASEAN Business Council and former US Ambassador to Vietnam. Ambassador Osius speaks to Laura about opportunities and challenges for US companies in Vietnam with respect to Vietnam's rapid economic growth and clean energy transition, as well as Mekong and environmental issues in…

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Gregory Poling: Outlook for the Philippines’ Foreign Policy and Climate Goals Under the Marcos Administration 20:46

2y ago20:46

20:46

This episode features Gregory Poling, Director of the Southeast Asia Program and Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. He is a leading expert on the South China Sea disputes and conducts research on U.S. alliances and partnerships, democratization and governance in Southeast Asia, and maritime …

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James Borton: Navigating to Common Ground in the South China Sea 30:06

2+ y ago30:06

30:06

This week, Lai and Kelly are joined by James Borton, a veteran journalist and author on Southeast Asia. He has reported widely for outlets such as The Washington Times and The Diplomat, focusing on environmental security issues stretching from the Philippines, Micronesia and to Vietnam, especially on the Mekong River and the South China Sea. Mr. Bo…

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The Big Brown Bag: Candid Career Conversations with Alec and Channing - Episode 4 - David Henry Hwang 34:17

3+ y ago34:17

34:17

This episode of Candid Career Conversations features David Henry Hwang, who speaks about his experiences in the arts through his career in American theater, film, opera, and playwrighting. Hwang’s stage works includes the plays M. Butterfly, Chinglish, Yellow Face, Kung Fu, Golden Child, The Dance and the Railroad, and FOB, as well as the Broadway …

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The Big Brown Bag: Candid Career Conversations with Alec and Channing - Episode 3 - Dr. Konrad Ng 37:47

3+ y ago37:47

37:47

This episode of Candid Career Conversations features Dr. Konrad Ng, who speaks about his experiences in the field of art, culture, and more specific to his academic work, creative media. He is currently the Executive Director of Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture, and Design in Honolulu, Hawaii. Before Shangri La, he was the Director for the…

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The Big Brown Bag: Candid Career Conversations with Alec and Channing - Episode 2 - Dr. Marc Futernick 38:05

3+ y ago38:05

38:05

This episode of Candid Career Conversations features Marc Futernick, MD, who speaks about his experiences in the field of medicine and his journey in becoming an Emergency Services Physician. Beyond his work at hospitals in the emergency room, he also discusses his passion for addressing Climate Change, the intersections between Climate Change and …

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The Big Brown Bag: Candid Career Conversations with Alec and Channing - Episode 1 - Amy Lee Segami 29:25

3+ y ago29:25

29:25

This episode of Candid Career Conversations features Amy Lee Segami, who speaks about her experiences growing up in Hong Kong, studying and becoming an engineer in the United States, and the process of becoming a world renowned artist and respected businesswoman out of her engineering background. Support the Show.…

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The Big Brown Bag: Candid Career Conversations with Alec and Channing - Episode 0 - Introduction to Candid Career Conversations 5:19

3+ y ago5:19

5:19

This opening episode of Candid Career Conversations serves as a means for our listeners to understand the purpose, future content, and anticipated schedule of this brand new podcast series hosted by the US-Asia Institute. This series will examine the experiences of prominent Americans from various backgrounds to assist youth and professionals in un…

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