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Two Degrees, No Jobs, and a Bottle of Pinot - two twenty-somethings trying to navigate their way through life with their development degrees and no firm job prospects while enjoying a few sippies along the way.
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Breaking the 20%

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Before computers were machines, they were women! For a span of two centuries the term "computer" was effectively interchangeable with a woman tasked with the role of a human calculator, adept at solving intricate mathematical problems. Then World War II started and men decided to build computers. Despite their zeal to build the machines, they had no interest in programming them, so they left the job to the women. Women, under the leadership of figures like Grace Hopper, played a pivotal role ...
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Helping people find a better career, better life style, and better mind set. Not enough people are aware of the opportunities in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industries! There is NO OTHER industry that offers such a broad spectrum of career paths with such high probabilities of substantial wealth. While most people think of the industry as "boots and jeans" working for "slave wages". Very few people are aware that most skilled trades people make well over $100,000 per year ...
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Helping you better understand Japan and the Japanese language one question at a time. Every episode Tony and Ryan--two guys with master's degrees in Japanese Language & Linguistics--draw on their experiences in Japan and extensive research in both Japanese and English to shed light on all aspects of Japan. From the many interesting quirks of the Japanese language to obscure Japanese history, as well as busting misconceptions about Japan held by both Japanese peole and Westerners, Tony and Ry ...
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Looking for a career path or thinking about changing careers? Today, most jobs don’t need four-year degrees! Many of these jobs pay better than bachelor's degrees. Hear stories from professionals and meet mentors who are women and people of color. Learn about micro-credentials, certifications, and Associate's degrees. Find out how to shop for education providers, avoid costly ripoffs, and find affordable or even free training. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/car ...
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This episode is for the men too! We sit down with Anna Tompkins and Tiffany Hutcheson, two women in the metal industry and active members of the Association of Women In The Metal Industries. We discuss a variety of topics including what niche they found careers in (metal fabrication & scrap metal buying), keys to success that EVERYONE can learn fro…
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For the last episode of season 2 I am joined by Maria Terzi co-founder and CEO of AI and cybersecurity firm Malloc and we travel back in time to meet ELIZA, the great-grandmother of all chatbots. Then we follow the fascinating path that has led to today's sophisticated AI. Join us for a lighthearted look at the history of Artificial Intelligence, a…
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In this episode we sit down with Robert Lujan, Owner and Operator of Lujan Elite Concrete in Southern California. We discuss how he got into the trade, how he started his company 4 years ago, how he has managed to make over 120k per year while only working 6 days per month, how much money immigrants are actually making in this trade, and how he bal…
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75% of construction projects blow the schedule. Why is that? Because 99% of people do NOT do these simple things! Whether I am working with someone who has been in the industry for 30 years or 30 days, I see the same mistake over and over again... it should not be that way! Incorporate these simple tips into your management strategy and prosper! Wh…
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In this episode we journey from the origins of ARPANET to the perpetual connectivity of Eternal September, highlighting the critical contributions of women in the evolution of the internet. With a comedic flare brought by my hilarious guests, Constantinos and Pavlos, we explore the transformative role these women played, featuring Jake Feinler the …
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In this episode we sit down with Marc Mason to talk about is upbringing and how he has risen to own several 7 figure businesses. Marc walks us through his personal life growing up; being raised by his grandparents, trauma he experienced at a young age, his experience at a vocational high school, getting his plumbing license and the obstacles he ove…
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In the latest episode, Michalis Strouthos returns to the studio as we dive into the fascinating story behind the rise of personal computing giants Microsoft and Apple, and their founders, Bill Gates and Steve Jobs. Through the lens of the 1999 TV movie "Pirates of Silicon Valley," we explore iconic moments and pivotal deals. Discover how these tech…
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A lot of people think that advocating for the construction industry means that you are anti-education. That could not be further from the truth! A lot of people do not realize that there are plenty of opportunities to work in the construction industry, in clean clothes and in an office... in a job that pays well! Listen to this episode to find out …
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Listen to find out why oh why subcontractors hate general contractors! This is a quick one! What is the Construction Mentor Podcast? This podcast covers everything there is to know about construction jobs. Whether it be advice for a career as a construction manager or construction entrepreneur, OR if you are looking for construction jobs that pay w…
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In this episode, I am joined by Jas Powell to delve into the remarkable legacy of Alan Turing, often hailed as the father of computer science. Recorded during Pride Month, this episode explores Turing's early life, groundbreaking contributions to the field of computing, and his pivotal role in breaking the German Enigma code during World War II. Th…
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This is the last episode of the Ichimon Japan podcast! But don't worry, the show isn't really ending! Topics Discussed Why I decided to end Ichimon Japan And much more! Support on Patreon & Ko-fi If you enjoy Ichimon Japan and want to ensure that we're able to produce more episodes, then please consider becoming a patron on Patreon.com. You can joi…
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Al Miller has one of my favorite life stories ever shared on this podcast. If they made a movie about his life, it would be a box office hit immediately. Al shares what his life was like when he was abandoned by his parents at 13 years old and thrown into an abusive institution that he could not escape until he was 18. He finally left to become hom…
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In this episode we welcome Will Betances, Owner and Founder of “Energize Us”, and electrical contractor in the New York & Connecticut area. Will shares his story of humble beginnings, growing up in Queens NY, and how he built his multi-million-dollar electrical contracting business without a college degree. Most intriguing, he shares his answer to …
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For a second week, with the help of Andrea Solomonides, co-founder of Black Lemon TV and partner at Giraffes in the Kitchen, we unravel the complex legacy of Peter Thiel and the PayPal Mafia in Silicon Valley. We explore their rise from PayPal pioneers to tech titans, dissecting how their libertarian ideals and strategies have sculpted today’s tech…
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On this episode we speak with Brent McCartney from CT Tech, a technical high school in Connecticut. Brent shares a VERY UNIQUE opportunity that young people in the area should take advantage of. Even if you do not live in this area, you should be on the look out for a school like this near you! A LOT of people message me asking how to start their c…
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This week, with the help of Andrea Solomonides, co-founder of Black Lemon TV and partner at Giraffes in the Kitchen, we unravel the complex legacy of Peter Thiel and the PayPal Mafia in Silicon Valley. In the opening segment of this two-part series, we introduce you to the legendary Paypal Mafia. Coined in a 2007 article, they are depicted as a "hy…
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On this episode we sit down with Nick Stevens, AKA “Big Daddy Decks”. Nick is in sales for a deck builder in the North Carolina area. Nick is also a business and sales coach for aspiring deck builders who are seeking to start their own company OR enhance their existing business. The BEST part of this episode is Nick’s entrance into the construction…
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Best selling author Ken Rusk, author of “Blue Collar Cash” joins the podcast. This episode is like “Think & Grow Rich” but for the Blue Collar world! We discuss Ken’s humble upbringings, what is was like growing up with a physical disfigurement (on his face), how he built his 200+ person company, taking on debt to start a business, how to evaluate …
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This week Andreas Constantinides, a renowned cybersecurity expert, joins me to help me uncover the alarming case of Jia Tan—a fabricated identity at the center of a sophisticated cyber espionage operation. Andreas lends his extensive expertise as we analyze how Jia Tan, seemingly a diligent contributor to open-source projects like XZ Utils, was a c…
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On this episode we sit down with Christian Reed, CEO and Co-founder of Reekon Tools. Christian and his company have done the unthinkable, they have revolutionized on of the most elemental tools in the construction industry. They have taken something as simple as a tape measure and applied advanced technology and a new aged approach to it. These too…
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This episode introduces you to the "white collar" world of construction with my former colleague Sam Gray. Sam is an Assistant Project Manager for a 9-figure General Contractor in Southwest Florida, working on a range of projects that includes; hotels, multi-family high rises, hospitals, country clubs, etc. Sam embodies everything that an executive…
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This week I am joined by Xenia Miscouridou, a pioneer in the realm of artificial intelligence and a beacon for women in science. Celebrated on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, Xenia stands at the forefront of machine learning research. Her academic journey has taken her from Imperial College London, Cambridge, and Oxford University, to New York and Swi…
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Regardless of your gender I guarantee you will have something valuable to take away from this episode! We cover everything from being homeless as a teenager, to starting your own business at a young age, management techniques (and fails), women in construction, minorities in construction, the truth about the gender pay gap, work life balance, being…
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In this episode we sit down with Scot Sheffield. Scot has found massive success in an area oif construction that few people consider when they think of pursuing careers in construction. Scot got his introduction to the construction industry while he was in the United States Marines. After the Marines he faced a life time of struggle including PTSD,…
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In this episode, I am joined by Alexander Davidian, an insightful observer of the Cypriot startup scene. Together, we unpack the no-holds-barred narrative of Kara Swisher in her latest book, "Burn Book". We dive into Kara's fearless world, discussing her unique style that combines tough questioning with biting humor. From an aspiring CIA operative …
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In this Episode we sit down with Matt Graves AKA the Construction Yeti! Matt is has a construction job that the average person does not know exists, but one tat many people in the industry seek to be in. Matt is an Owner's Representative. Listen to this episode to find out what this position means, how much and owner's rep makes, how to become an o…
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On this episode of Ichimon Japan we talk about what the best kind of English teaching in Japan is: Eikaiwa, JET Programme (ALT) or university teacher. Topics Discussed What it is like working in an eikaiwa school in Japan What the salary is for an eikaiwa teacher The good and bad about working at an eikaiwa school (private language school) What it …
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Neofytos about the Future Start-Up Founders Programme, an initiative organized by the CCS and co-funded by the Erasmus+ EU project, Femme Forward. This online school is designed to empower women to turn their tech start-up aspirations into reality, mirroring our podcast's mission to illuminate a…
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In this episode we sit down with Hannah Vogel, owner and founder of Vogel Roofing. Find out how Hannah built a $4,000,000 per year business before she was 30 years old, why she chose construction over a career as a lawyer when NO ONE BELIEVED IN HER, her business partner passing away just as they found success, thriving after the destruction of hur…
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In this episode we sit down with Cody owner of his own electrical contracting company and owner of Blue Collar Bones clothing company. Listen to this episode to find out why he coined the mantra "Skip College, Pick A Trade". Cody give us insight to the empire he is working to build and the legacy he wants to build for his family. Cody shares his st…
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This week we leave reality at the door and dive into the world of fiction! Today, we're logging into the mainframe of our imaginations to celebrate the digital divas who've hacked, coded, and innovated their way through some of our favorite stories. 🎮💻👩‍💻 Joining me to decode the stories of these iconic characters are digital storytellers, Andreas …
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Disaster found the historical town of Lahaina, Hawaii in August of 2023. The recovery effort will be much longer than you may think. Not many realize that Hawaii was already in crisis prior to the disastrously fires. In this episode we get an update on the recovery efforts, how a man started his own construction business by himself, with a truck, a…
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Mr. Demetris Skourides is the Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation, and Technology appointed by President Nikos Christodoulides. Since his appointment in September 2023, Mr. Skourides has been entrusted with the pivotal role of leading Cyprus towards becoming a dynamic and competitive economy, propelled by research, scientific excellence, innov…
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On this episode of Ichimon Japan we talk about Suzume no Tojimari, the latest film by the popular Japanese anime filmmaker Makoto Shinai. Topics Discussed How Suzume no Tojimari did int he box office in Japan How it ranks up to the revenue of other films What Suzume no Tojimari is about An overview of the story of Suzume no Tojimari The hidden mean…
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In this episode we have Working With Matt, he is a career landscaper turned do it all contractor. When I say do it all I mean do it all, go check out his content! He has managed to build quite the business without a college degree AS WELL as generate a huge following BUT he is NOT an influencer, hes just a cool guys who posts things he likes….and t…
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This week we explore the world of maternity and AI with Natalia, the founder and CEO of Soula. As a seasoned expert in maternity wellbeing and care, Natalia brings over 15 years of experience collaborating with global organizations to bridge the gap in maternal care. We explore her journey from leading social impact projects to founding Soula, an i…
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In this episode we sit down with Vinnie Lemma, Owner of Trinity Designs LLC and Ammel Construction in Long Island New York. Vinnie walks us through the structure of his multigenerational construction business, why he decided to get a degree in Architecture, what that has meant for his career and business, how much money aspiring architects can expe…
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Imagine being able to get a job without any experience, and make more than a college grad. Then, after your apprenticeship, making 200K plus? You can do that in this trade! Listen to episode 30 with Austin from @bluecollaredu to find out what being a linesman entails, how much they make, and how to pursue a career as a linesman aka a high voltage e…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Josie Christodoulou, the Commissioner for Gender Equality, for a deep dive into the shifting role of women in the technology sector. We journey from a time when women were the programmers, through a pivotal moment when two men's profiling methods pushed women aside, to a contemporary debate sparked by an engineer's cl…
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In this episode we speak to @BlueCollarBobby , local 550 Sprinkler Fitter in Boston MA. Bobby shares his journey to becoming a sprinkler fitter and how that has allowed him to make well over 144k per year (before benefits) without a college degree. Bobby shares his personal triumph over alcoholism, how he conducted himself like the Tasmanian devil …
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Let's talk about how people screw up their construction projects. Not the top 3 ways, but these are 3 common mistakes that people make on their projects. Do NOT let this happen to you! Prioritize your client's success, even if that means taking the less comfortable road. Most importantly, do not become a "YES person". Learn to manage chaos and mome…
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In this episode, we're joined by Gala and Tanya, leaders of Women in Tech Cyprus, as they share their experiences and insights on advancing women in the tech industry. From their personal journeys that led them to tech and prompted their move to Cyprus, to the joys and challenges of building a community with nearly 350 members, they offer an inspir…
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On this episode of Ichimon Japan we ask: What was it like walking the Tokaido Road? Topics Discussed About the Tokaido Challenge About what it was like walking the Tokaido Road About the challenges of walking the Tokaido Road About what it was like walking from Kyoto to Tokyo About getting stopped by police in Kyoto About walking along the Shizuoka…
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In this episode we speak to Kevin Choquette, owner and operator of Ravin Builders in Rhode Island. Kevin found riches in the niches, despite having the ability to build a house entirely from the ground up, Kevin decided to focus on building decks. Find out why he has found great success in this niche, how he has been able to separate himself from t…
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In this episode we sit down with Garrett Davis, famously known as "The Life of Bub" on Instagram. Currently he is the part owner of Advanced Home Contracting down in South West Florida. Previously he ran his own carpentry and construction business in Maine. Garrett takes us through his roller coaster of a life story. How he knew that school was not…
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In this week's episode, I am joined by Mr. Charalampos Theopemptou to explore a key moment in space history where Margaret Hamilton's pioneering software engineering prevented potential disaster during the Apollo 11 mission. We also touch on the dawn of computing in Cyprus, weaving the past with our present endeavors to inspire more women to join a…
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The best education is an education that PAYS. That makes NCCER the best kind of education out there! In this episode we speak to Jennifer Wilkerson, Vice President of Innovation & Advancement for NCCER. NCCER is the National Center For Construction Education and Research, which is an organization that provides education for construction related fie…
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Listen to Episode 24 of the Construction Mentor Podcast to find out how the Independent Electrical Contractors can help you enter the construction industry by developing your skills as an electrician. This is one of the highest paying niches in the trades and my #2 recommendation for anyone considering this as a career path. The national average is…
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This week's episode celebrates the recent successes of young Cypriot girls in global tech competitions. First I talked with a team of primary school students who represented Cyprus in the international Robotex Robotics competition in Talin, Estonia, and won second place in the Water Rally. Then I discussed with Mariza Paspalli who at just 13 years …
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On this episode of Ichimon Japan we cover what the top Japanese mascots (yurukyara) of 2023 plus a few other ones! Topics Discussed What the Yuruverse Grand Prix is (ゆるバースグランプリ2023年・Yurubāsu Grand Prix 2023) Who won the Yuruverse Grand Prix 20203 competition About the transition from the Yurukyara Grand Prix to the Yuruverse Grand Prix What the top…
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