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What leads people to evolve, unlearn, or drastically change the course of their life? What happens when you stop relying on societal constructs and start questioning what you’ve been taught to believe? Join Edvo CEO Shireen Jaffer and an eclectic mix of guests as they attempt to find the answers to these questions. Earnest, raw, and compelling, this is a look into how we make the most important choices of our lives.
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Welcome to the Youth Movement! Join co-hosts Parth Shah and John Constantine III as they chat with young professionals who are building a brighter future. Hear from entrepreneurs, activists, and other leaders as they share stories and advice on their journey to success.
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Jen opens up about her path to finding a meaningful career for herself. From her high school teacher telling Jen she would never be a good writer, to her best friends calling Jen's business ideas "the dumbest they've ever heard," Jen talks about rejecting societal expectations eve…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Tyrone shares how he lifted himself and his family out of poverty, became a track star, qualified for Olympic tryouts, only to see his life fall into pieces within one year. As he battled a deep depression, Tyrone found himself contemplating suicide. He opens up about the moment t…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Justin opens up about how he built a successful tech career in sales despite experiencing failure after failure in his earlier years. From struggling in school as a teenager to jumping from job to job in his early twenties, Justin recounts the moments that led him to bet on himsel…
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On this episode of Success Snippets by Youth Movement, we chat with Richard Panier on building multiple income streams. Richard is an entrepreneur, consultant, and real estate investor who turned his initial corporate signing bonus after college into his first property deal. Over the last few years, Richard has continued to invest in real estate, c…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Carlita tells us why she ended an 18-year marriage and shares the journey that led to this life-changing decision. Carlita also talks about navigating the world of new challenges after her divorce, from overcoming financial insecurity to dealing with a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis…
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In this episode, JC chats with Shireen Jaffer, the CEO and co-founder of Edvo, a company dedicated to inspiring people to think for themselves and empowering them with the tools to forge their own stories. Her mission is rooted in "education through vocation," helping others navigate life with confidence by building skills and finding jobs that lea…
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In this episode, LaToya opens up about the sexual and emotional abuse that started for her at the age of five. She tells us about the societal messaging that prevented her from recognizing the toxicity of her environment and worse, influenced LaToya’s understanding of her self-worth. We learn about how LaToya finds her voice and overcomes years of …
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On this episode of Success Snippets by Youth Movement, we chat with Nistha Dube about self-motivation and mindset building. Upon graduation from Virginia Tech, Nistha turned down a full-time job to pursue her dreams of public speaking, life coaching, and philanthropy, and is currently working on projects centered around personal growth, mindfulness…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Emily talks about her decision to leave her family, the Amish culture, and everything she knew at the age of 17. We discuss the many culture shocks and challenges that she had to overcome, from identity crises to abusive relationships. As Emily takes her happiness into her own han…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Chris talks about experiencing homelessness at the age of 19 and finding himself without a job, unable to pay for school, and without support from family or friends. This month, four years later, Chris became a home owner at the age of 24 and is making six-figures. Chris shares ho…
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In this episode, we sit down with Chloe Belangia, a Communications professional at LiveRamp and the founder of The Passages Project. As part of her growing platform, she is the host of Passages: A Podcast for Young Professionals. Join us as we discuss her vision to share the voices of young professionals, the importance of diversity in thought and …
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Alex shares how she built a successful sales career in New York City, only to leave the glamorous lifestyle and buy a one-way ticket to Brazil. She tells us about dealing with a pre-cancer diagnosis at the age of 24 and battling fear, insecurities, and awakenings all at the same t…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Nabila shares her experiences as a solo-traveler and how she visited 30+ countries while being a full-time student. Coming from a traditional South Asian family, Nabila talks about being the girl that always followed the rules and stayed on the path that her parents wanted for her…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Rebecca discusses her decision to reject the corporate route after business school and fly to Tanzania instead. She talks about losing her father at the age of 9 and her mother's cancer diagnosis, both of which influence her to question, “What would I do if I only had one year to …
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Austin shares his struggle with school, how he learned to ignore bad advice, and how he discovered his passion. We discuss his five failed businesses and his fear of failure. We then learn about how Austin built his current successful business, grew his platform to 300K+ followers…
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In this episode, we chat with Russ Wilde Jr, the COO of Front Office Sports, a business news platform covering the sports industry. As part of their editorial purview, FOS covers the business strategies of teams, leagues, companies, and brands, as well as the cultural factors influencing professional sports. Join us as we discuss the origins of FOS…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Melissa shares her story of living in poverty, getting pregnant at 16, and ultimately deciding to take control to create a more aligned life for herself. We discuss her evolution into a successful startup CEO and she tells us about how she overcomes systemic biases. We further dis…
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On this episode of Success Snippets by Youth Movement, we chat with Lucas Walsh about entrepreneurship. During his time in college, Lucas served as a Venture Analyst and Investments Coordinator for IDEA: Northeastern University's Venture Accelerator. He was responsible for analyzing new business ideas, helping entrepreneurs overcome initial hurdles…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Veline tells us her story about growing up with a father who served as an officer in the Los Angeles Police Department and a passionate mother who took her to her first protest when Veline was still in a stroller. She shares her experiences of growing up in a white suburban neighb…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Sasha tells us her story about working in San Francisco at a “sexy” tech company and living the life she dreamt of as a child. As she recalls her experiences, Sasha shares both the good and the bad. She also talks about navigating the high-performing tech culture, understanding th…
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In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Trish joins Shireen to discuss her move from Hollywood, FL to Hollywood, CA to pursue a career in entertainment, despite many people advising her not to. She further shares her experiences working with countless celebrities and building a successful career in LA, and then ultimate…
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On this episode of Success Snippets by Youth Movement, we chat with Rachel Maeng Brown on personal branding. As a personal brand architect who specializes in coaching services, she provides her clients with tools to build, control, and leverage their personal brand. We also discuss ESPN's Michael Jordan documentary, The Last Dance, and dive into th…
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Jill Knobeloch: Dealing with Emptiness, Rationality vs Intuition, Relationships In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Jill tells us why she chose to walk away from her “perfect life:” a supportive husband, a beautiful house in California, and a good job. All before the age of 30, Jill files for divorce, moves to Chica…
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In this episode, we sit down with Salim Holder, the CEO & Co-Founder of 4th Ave Market, the largest black-owned beauty store for quality hair, beauty, and personal care products dedicated to under-represented communities. Join us as we discuss his transition from corporate America to starting his own business, why companies should spend more time f…
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Deborah Benton: Chasing Stability, Learning to Think, Success in School & Work In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Deborah shares how success was defined for her during her childhood, and how following the path to “stability” led her to a “prestigious” job that got her physically sick. This wake-up call serves as a …
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Daria Tsvenger: Childhood, Emotional Trauma, How Our Brains React In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Daria and I discuss her childhood in Russia as a “childhood prodigy,” and then her move to America, where feelings of inadequacy, helplessness, and loss of identity take over. She shares how she finds answers in neu…
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Elizabeth Marks: Navigating a Financial Crisis, Freelancing, Career Advice In this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Liz tells us about how she navigated her career after graduating into the financial crisis of 2008. Despite doing everything she was told to do--excelling in school, going to NYU, and even getting a job at …
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In this episode, we talk with Chloe Alpert, the CEO & Co-Founder of Medinas Health, a cloud-based asset management and remarketing platform for hospitals. Join us as we dive into her entrepreneurial mindset, the company's origins and future, and the challenges she's faced getting to this point, including diversity within tech.…
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In this episode, we talk with Alex Faust, the television host of the Los Angeles Kings in the National Hockey League. Join us as we discuss his journey of becoming a broadcaster, how he approaches his day-to-day and growth, and of course, his reaction to Alex Trebek naming him as a potential replacement on Jeopardy.…
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