Best Talk To Me In Korean Podcasts (2024)

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Debbi Mack: After a suffering a stroke in a bookstore bathroom, this writer decided life was too short to wait for your dreams 23:24

10h ago23:24

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When Debbi Mack was 48, she suffered a stroke in a bathroom stall at a bookstore. She survived, but immediately thought, what am I waiting for? Debbi realized life was too short to be standing at the copy machine in her office making copies of legal documents when she could be writing. Debbi is a retired attorney turned novelist and screenwriter. S…

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Susanne Morais: Educator turned hypnotherapist shares her wisdom about the transformative powers of hypnotherapy 17:47

4d ago17:47

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Susanne Morais left a career in higher education to pursue something that she says “feeds her soul.” Susanne worked at Clemson University, Penn State University, and North Carolina State University. Now, she owns a hypnotherapy business. That’s right, I said hypnosis. She is a certified hypnotherapist who believes that hypnosis has the power to tra…

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Jeanie Chang: Therapist travels the world talking about mental health through the lens of Korean dramas 18:58

12d ago18:58

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Jeanie Chang has lived nine lives. She started her career as a journalist in Washington, D.C. Then she got a master's degree in marketing. But at the height of her family’s parenting chaos while raising four young children with her educator husband, she decided to go back to school and become a therapist. Working in mental health opened a whole new…

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S3 E21: More Time for Sleep, Please | Rethinking Healthy Sleep Patterns 26:28

10d ago26:28

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Did your smart watch tell you that you didn't get enough sleep? Well today's guest is here to tell you that data is not complete. Meet Dr. Russell G. Foster, the Head of the Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology and of the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute at the University of Oxford. In other words, he has thought a lot about sleep and the…

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Janet Cowell: From finance to a life of public service, she embodies what it means to be a strong and compassionate leader 19:04

19d ago19:04

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Growing up in Tennessee, thanks to her parents, Janet Cowell just knew she had a big life ahead of her. After getting an undergraduate degree and multiple graduate degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, including an MBA from Wharton, she followed the finance path. But examples in her family continued to pull her and her heartstrings in the di…

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S3 E20: More Time for Sleep, Please | Understanding its Powers 24:25

18d ago24:25

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Sleep is crucial, yet as busy professionals and leaders, achieving quality rest can feel challenging. Today, our guest Nicolas Decat, a Paris-based PhD student, will shed light on why we need to rethink our approach to sleep to thrive in both work and life. We'll explore Decat's research on the science of sleep and creativity. Join us on Dear Workp…

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Cheyanne Headen: From the bright lights of Hollywood to the streets of Raleigh, she leads with humanity 20:55

25d ago20:55

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I met Cheyanne Headen at A Place at the Table which is a pay-what-you can café in downtown Raleigh that allows people to volunteer for an hour in return for a meal. Cheyanne is a Community and De-escalation specialist which in layman’s terms means when things start to go south, she handles it, and boy, does she handle it. When I first met her, I di…

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S3 E19: Why Diversity in Supply Chain Matters with Kristin Malek 24:53

1M ago24:53

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How does diversity drive value in business and the supply chain? Supplier diversity leaders offer a wealth of insights, yet this field often remains overlooked. Join me in the coming weeks as we explore key questions: Why is supplier diversity overlooked? How does it benefit companies and communities? And how can we lead more effectively? Our first…

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Mary Angelini: A mother and a daughter who is living with Down Syndrome create a successful business employing people with special abilities 12:02

1M ago12:02

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Mary Angelini saw a problem and decided to do something about it. After high school graduation, Mary’s daughter, Gabi, was unable to get a job. No one could see past her diagnosis of Down Syndrome and truly understand what Gabi has to offer. Mary and Gabi were determined to help shift the conversation from disabilities to neuro-diversity, and the p…

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S3 E18: Rethink Leadership by Rethinking How We Train 36:18

1M ago36:18

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Learning shapes leadership, but how we learn is equally crucial. In today's discussion, I'm joined by Ross Robinson from St. George, Utah, who specializes in training leaders and trainers. Drawing from his global experiences and diverse upbringing, Ross emphasizes the importance of meeting people where they are, especially in training, sales, and p…

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Marcy Bullock: From college professor who helped students practice happiness to career coach who empowers women and believes in “sweaty, messy beauty” 20:58

1M ago20:58

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Marcy Bullock has a theory, when the runway is short, why wouldn’t you do what you love? And why would you rush to get to the end? She believes in the “sweaty, messy beauty” of life, and that being the busiest person doesn't win you a prize. She also believes that happiness is a choice. And she believes in sharing wisdom in multi-generational setti…

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S3 E17: Rethink Leadership by Rethinking How We Empower Parents and Leaders 32:52

2M ago32:52

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Leadership evolves, especially when we become parents. But this transition isn't often discussed. How can we navigate this new terrain more effectively? We sat down with Nicola Fitzpatrick, Director of Operations at Medtronic in St.Paul, Minnesota to explore her journeys as a leader and as a parent. Join us on Dear Workplace as we delve into these …

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Brenna Crowson: Paralegal, fitness teacher, focuses on helping others through grief after son's loss 21:25

2M ago21:25

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Brenna Crowson has had a diverse career path. She is a paralegal specializing in litigation and an international presenter on fitness who leads talks on health and wellness around the world. She is also a passionate yoga teacher who joyfully shares her practice with others. Her education is just as diverse as her career path—she has an undergraduat…

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The Unsinkable Yvonne Simons: dreams of Broadway lead improbably to television news and a life of discovery 20:48

2M ago20:48

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Yvonne Simons grew up poor. Her parents told her she needed to be smart, work hard, and get a college scholarship, which she did. In her first career as a middle school teacher, she was frustrated by so many things about the education system that she felt did not serve her students. She eventually used her role as an education reporter for multiple…

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S3 E16: Why M&As Are Tough All the Time | Disrupt the Market by Democratizing M&A 42:15

2M ago42:15

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I've often found the mergers and acquisition (M&A) process to be expensive and exclusive, leaving many unsure of where to start or how to succeed. Like dating, it's about finding the right partners and building a dream team, whether you're buying or selling a company. And let's not forget about culture – M&As in the United States, Asia, and Europe …

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Karen Woomer: Colon cancer survivor finds healing in helping others 30:37

2M ago30:37

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Karen Woomer was a corporate executive who stepped back from her career to focus on her family, but it wasn’t until she was hit with a major illness that she found her true purpose in life. Karen put off a routine colonoscopy because of the pandemic. When she finally had the test, she was diagnosed with late stage three colorectal cancer. The treat…

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S3 E15: Why M&As are Tough All the Time | Start with People 41:45

2M ago41:45

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About 70-90 percent of mergers and aquisitions (M&As) fail within their first year. Why? Despite being a longstanding business strategy, M&As continue to stumble. In the coming weeks, we'll explore this complex world and uncover why M&As are so challenging, and how we can improve. Our first guest in this series is Jennifer J. Fondrevay, known as th…

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Deanna Jones: Business professional finally reveals her true gender and her authentic self in her fifties 27:37

2M ago27:37

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Deanna Jones is a business professional in the tech world; she’s been at Cisco Systems for nearly 25 years, but she’s also a passionate speaker and consultant in the diversity arena. She’s Vice President of Harmony-the North Carolina LGBT+ Allied Chamber of Commerce. In her fifties, she traded in attachment for authenticity and became the person sh…

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S3 E14: Falling in Love with Korean Culture with Sam Paik 25:50

3M ago25:50

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After years in finance and business, Sam Paik noticed a troubling trend: overwork starting from childhood. Reflecting on the importance of childhood play and creativity, Sam saw a gap in the next generation's access to these vital experiences. Determined to make a change, he founded several education-focused companies, including Momo Camp. As a ser…

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Megan Sumrell: Teaching working mothers how to find organization and harmony amid the chaos 21:18

2M ago21:18

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Megan Sumrell is a former corporate executive turned entrepreneur. As a business owner, mom, and wife, she knows exactly how hard it is to juggle everything while still maintaining your own sense of self and purpose. As the CEO and Founder of The Pink Bee, she took her 20-plus-year career and applied it to all things time management, organization, …

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S3 E13: Falling in Love with Korean Culture with Noona's Noonchi 46:54

3M ago46:54

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Have you ever found yourself moved to tears while watching a K-drama? You're not alone, and our guest today is here to explain why! Therapist Jeanie Y. Chang recognized the importance of mental well-being, yet found existing information too clinical and distant. Combining her expertise as a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified clini…

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Leslie Matz: Woman in NFL leadership roles turns to teaching to find work/life balance 25:13

3M ago25:13

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Leslie Matz didn't know anything about professional football when a family friend and mentor, Susan Tose Spencer, the first female in charge of an NFL team, asked her to work for the Philadelphia Eagles. She quickly rose through the ranks and became a leader in the organization. After the birth of her son, Leslie wanted to return to her home state …

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S3 E12: Falling in Love with Korean Culture with Talk to Me in Korean 49:14

3M ago49:14

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Anyonghaseyo! 안녕하세요! We're thrilled to welcome our guest today, Hyunwoo Sun, Founder and CEO of Talk To Me in Korean (TTMIK). Hyunwoo began his Korean language educational services in 2009, recognizing a gap in language learning options. Starting with a meetup in Seoul, he observed limitations in available tools. Understanding the transformative po…

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Sharon Hill: Failing college student ends up with an MBA, a job at IBM, and a passion for etiquette 21:36

3M ago21:36

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It didn't look like Sharon Hill was going to have a bright future. Instead of attending her college classes, she played card games with friends. Eventually, her failing GPA was proof that something needed to change. That's when Sharon got serious about her education. Before she even graduated, IBM came knocking. She worked for the tech giant for tw…

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S3 E11: Falling in Love with Korean Culture with Dokkaebier 32:45

3M ago32:45

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What would beer infused with Kimchi, rice, or lemongrass taste like? 'Wholesome' is the word Dokkaebier aims to evoke! Meet Youngwon Lee, Founder and CEO of Dokkaebier. In 2020, he launched this award-winning Asian-inspired brand, his fifth venture in the alcohol industry, to introduce innovation and diversity to craft beer. With only 2 percent of …

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Aletia Ferreira: Dancer from South Africa finds success in the U.S. in an unlikely place 15:26

3M ago15:26

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Aletia Ferreira has always told her sons that life is hard, and so when you are choosing between several options, know that they will all present challenges in different ways. She came to the United States from South Africa in her early twenties as a wide-eyed dancer and aspiring actress. Her dreams of performing in Los Angeles soon turned to teach…

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S3 E10: Falling in Love with Korean Culture with "Kimchi Juice" 29:55

4M ago29:55

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Today, the Korean Wave has swept across the globe, but for many in the Korean diaspora like myself, feeling truly seen hasn't always been the case. What's changed, and how have innovators embraced Korean culture to build thriving businesses? As we launch our new series, 'Falling in Love with Korean Culture,' we're thrilled to begin with the story o…

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Lorraine Woodward: A Woman Living with a Disability Wants to Make Travel Accessible for Everyone 21:36

3M ago21:36

21:36

Lorraine Woodward is a woman on a mission to help people living with disabilities, specifically, to help them find short-term rentals so that they can travel with more ease. She is the CEO of Becoming RentABLE which finds creative ways to make short-term rentals accessible for everyone. Her mission is born out of her own personal journey. Since her…

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S3 E9: Reinventing the Value of Touch with Haptic Innovation in Wearables, Fashion & Art 50:04

4M ago50:04

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Today, most product innovations are focused on two senses: vision and audio. However, this overlooks the experiences of over 2.2 billion people with vision impairment or blindness, leaving them unable to fully engage with the world. When Keith Kirkland first recognized this issue, he was struck by curiosity: How could his passions for fashion, tech…

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Sharon Lawrence: From NYPD Blue to a TV, Film, and Theater Star, She Continues to Reinvent Herself 34:10

3M ago34:10

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Sharon Lawrence always dreamed of being an actor, but it wasn’t dreaming that got her there; it was hard work. From a young age performing in musical theater, to starring in major television dramas, films, and more, Sharon made her childhood dreams come true. Somehow, through all of it, she has managed to stay grounded in the work instead of being …

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S3 E8: Sensemaking AI - 4: A Day with AI and DC Women Techmakers 37:04

4M ago37:04

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Welcome to our first live conversations at Dear Workplace! I'm excited to share a sneak peek into the special day I had with DC Women Techmakers event in Washington D.C. I hosted on March 25, 2024. Women Techmakers (WTM) is a community program backed by Google and led by local community leaders like myself, and I'm thrilled to have made this event …

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Divya Parekh: From Corporate America to Coach and Influencer 21:44

4M ago21:44

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Divya Parekh moved to the United States from India when she was in her twenties. She grew up in a household where her parents never set limitations on what she could accomplish. She was already a professor in India, and resisted the move to an unfamiliar country with a different culture. But soon after she arrived in the United States, Divya discov…

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S3 E7: Sensemaking AI - 3: the Future of AI 1:01:10

4M ago1:01:10

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AI has changed how we work, but how much are we keeping up with it? Today's guests are excited to shed some light on today's AI development and how its future is changing. From starting several AI startups to making sense of how to navigate AI skills in the workplace, we'll explore how we can upskill with AI. Meet Stephanie Wong from San Francisco …

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Nancy Popkin: Financial independence after divorce in a surprising new chapter 27:24

4M ago27:24

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Nancy Popkin has re-invented herself many times over. She’s had multiple chapters. Some of them were inspired by her passion for a particular field. Others were inspired by her need to be financially independent. Like many women, Nancy left the workforce for a period of time while she was raising her children. Also, like many women, she was divorce…

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S3 E6: Sensemaking AI - 2: Skincare and AI 21:49

5M ago21:49

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If AI can help everything, what about skincare? You may be surprised, but somebody has thought of that solution and has made headways in how we rethink skincare products and innovation. Meet Yarden Horwitz, co-founder of SPATE, who is changing how we do skincare innovation and market research with the help of AI. Studying the market is key for any …

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Karen Alston: A fierce women's advocate who champions equity, education, and personal transformation 21:25

4M ago21:25

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Karen Alston is a powerhouse. She tells me that if she's not uncomfortable, she's not learning or growing. She's an executive, a marketer, an entrepreneur, a strategist, a storyteller, an innovator, and most of all, she is a fierce advocate for women. Her new master class is all about teaching women how to evolve into their best selves. Karen attri…

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S3 E5: Sensemaking AI - 1: Where to Start 54:03

5M ago54:03

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AI is everywhere, but how much do you know? I'll be honest. I'm still making sense of it, and today's guests are here to say it's ok! For the next few weeks, we will speak with leaders who are building careers and companies in AI, making sense of the technology and its changes. And today's guests are a special start as we kick off the series. Meet …

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Dori Staehle: After a freak accident a woman says drum therapy saved her life 23:49

5M ago23:49

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Dori Staehle started having strange symptoms after she was hit and knocked to the ground by a cyclist in 2011. Doctors couldn't figure out what was going on. At one point, things became so dark that she was ready to give up on life. Suddenly, with no real answers on the horizon, Dori decided to turn her attention to her longtime hobby and passion-d…

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S3 E4: All About Jobs, Careers and Compensation - 4: Diversify Diverse Paths 52:08

5M ago52:08

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How can we cultivate better leaders, and why is leadership development so important? In today's conversation, we want to dive into leadership development by meeting two leaders working on L&D in different ways - in international development and technology. While where they are may look different, why they value leadership development and want to en…

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Florence Melin: Bringing French food and community to the table 24:42

5M ago24:42

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When Florence Melin moved to the United States with her husband from Europe, she had no idea that her love for cooking would eventually morph into a career. For Florence, cooking is about more than just introducing people to wonderful food, it's about people sitting together around a table sharing an experience that goes far beyond just eating. The…

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S3 E3: All About Jobs, Careers and Compensation - 3: Finding Joy 46:58

5M ago46:58

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Why do some people love what they do, and how can they build such careers? Public relations and software engineering are two competitive careers that could lead to burnout but also great success if you do it right. I was curious. Even if you don't choose to work in these fields, there is something important to learn about their journey that you'd w…

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Maureen Mountcastle: Midlife actress is still getting gigs and coaching young performers 25:18

5M ago25:18

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Maureen Mountcastle’s motto is that your dream job does not exist. You must create it. And sometimes you must do hard things to make it happen. Maureen is the epitome of doing hard things to continually re-define herself. Being an actor was a childhood dream, one that she finally realized later in life. You’ve probably seen her in a spooky televisi…

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S3 E2: All About Jobs, Careers and Compensation - 2: The Underdogs Rise 31:07

5M ago31:07

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What if I don't have the right connections or a traditional resume? How can I find good jobs and stay calm from all the applying? You're not alone. Many people fall under this category, and we wanted to investigate further what we could do differently. This is the very gap that Jerry Lee and Jonathan Javier wished to address as they started their c…

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Jerri Williams: From a trailblazing FBI agent to a homerun podcaster 23:05

5M ago23:05

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When Jerri Williams was sworn in as an FBI agent in 1982, she was one of just 23 Black female agents out of 7000 total nationwide. To say she is a trailblazer is an understatement. For more than two decades, she uncovered corruption and investigated major crimes. She went on to be the spokesperson for the FBI in the Philadelphia area. In her fiftie…

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S3 E1: All About Jobs, Careers, and Compensation - 1: The Change 48:45

6M ago48:45

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The job market has been weird lately. Despite the growing economy, we still see many layoffs and burnout in the workplace. What is going on, and why is this happening? Is it the right time to find a job? If so, how can I position myself to get the best pay? Luckily, we have Dr. April Willis and Lola Han to shed more light on what we can do better t…

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Joanne Rohde: Former Red Hat COO continues to break glass ceilings 19:31

6M ago19:31

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Joanne Rodhe has spent her career as the only woman in many boardrooms in the financial and technology sectors. She calls herself a "disruptor," a "growth accelerator," and a "creator of new business models." But Joanne is more than her resume. She is a powerhouse in the business arena; a force to be reckoned with. She is usually the smartest perso…

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Mary Easley: From North Carolina's First Lady to grandmother and everything in between 24:27

6M ago24:27

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Mary Easley is a force of nature; there's no doubt about it. She smashed so many stereotypes when she went to law school fifty plus years ago, became an assistant district attorney, and then opened her own law firm. But most people remember Mary as North Carolina's First Lady when her husband, Michael Easley, was governor from 2001 to 2009. In this…

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Recovering From a Cold 28:05

6M ago28:05

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Here are the words we talk about in this episode! For a more systematic learning experience, please visit us at talktomeinkorean.com 감사합니다! 감기 / 열 / 열이 나다 / 미열 / 고열 / 삼십육 점 오 도 / 섭씨 / 화씨 / 증상 / 두통 / 머리가 아프다 / 편두통 / 기침 / 재채기 / 에취 / 기침이 나오다 / 헛기침을 하다 / 콜록콜록 / 콜록거리다 / 아침부터 콜록거리네. 어디 아파? / 까딱까딱 / 까딱거리다 / 식욕이 없다 해열제 / 진통제 / 두통약 / 기침가래약 / 링거 / 링거 맞았어요. /…

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Miriam Melvin: Elevating Black voices and becoming a fitness leader 28:41

6M ago28:41

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Mimi is a veteran local television news producer from Chicago who was swinging through North Carolina in the nineties on her way up the career ladder when a funny thing happened-her life. She met her husband and ended up blooming where she was planted. She works the early morning shift so that she can be at home with her two boys in the afternoons …

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House Tour In Korean 21:25

6M ago21:25

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Here are the words we talk about in this episode! For a more systematic learning experience, please visit us at talktomeinkorean.com 감사합니다! 가구 / 방 / 침실 / 안방 / 안주인 / 거실 / 리빙 룸 / 침실 / 아이들 방 / 애들 방 / 침대 방 / 공부방 / 서재 / 주방 / 부엌 / 베란다 / 발코니 / 책상 / 높이 조절 책상 / 모션 데스크 / 스탠딩 데스크 / 화장대 / 전자 제품 / 세탁기 / 건조기 / 건조대 / 밥솥 / 전기 밥솥 / 반찬 / 냉장고 / 냉장실 / 냉동실 / 닭 가슴살 / 전자…

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