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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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True stories about the lives of everyday people.

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True stories about the lives of everyday people.

39 episodes

#Society #Ben Grynol

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#39 – Death of Me 54:10

5 years ago54:10

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In the final episode of Season 3, Skyler talks about overcoming drugs and a recent relapse that lasted until the end of 2019. Skyler is working on his health daily, and is trying to stay clean by surrounding himself with a support network to do so.

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#38 – The Relapse 1:40:33

5 years ago1:40:33

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Life changed drastically for Skyler after his story was featured on Startup – a podcast by Gimlet Media – in an episode called Just Hit Record , which had a wide reach around the world. What he had hoped for in sharing his story, didn’t turn out the way he thought it would. In Season 3 of Character, Skyler Gronholz tells the story of how he went from being a creative kid with a loving and supportive family, to a detour in life that he is still trying to make sense of.…

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#37 – Life On The Outside 1:33:55

5 years ago1:33:55

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After Skyler got out of prison, he started to see the world in a new light. Everything was vibrant and colourful. But, his optimism didn’t last for long and he ended up relapsing. In Season 3 of Character, Skyler Gronholz tells the story of how he went from being a creative kid with a loving and supportive family, to a detour in life that he is still trying to make sense of.…

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#36 – Vouching For A Friend 39:23

5 years ago39:23

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When Skyler first landed in Cedar Creek, he went straight to The Hole. But, it wasn’t the only time he’d head there while incarcerated. After the second time he got out, rumours started to spread around prison that he was a snitch. This didn’t sit well with Skyler, or some of the people who were looking out for him. After reflecting on the things that people did to give him guidance while in prison, he realizes how important those relationships were, and still are, to him. In Season 3 of Character, Skyler Gronholz tells the story of how he went from being a creative kid with a loving and supportive family, to a detour in life that he is still trying to make sense of.…

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#35 – Pulling Strings To Get Some Strings 51:26

5 years ago51:26

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When Skyler was serving time at Cedar Creek Corrections Center, he longed for playing music again. All he wanted was an acoustic guitar to feel free. But, getting one wasn’t that easy. With the help of an inside source and his dad, he was able to reunite with a 6-string. In Season 3 of Character, Skyler Gronholz tells the story of how he went from being a creative kid with a loving and supportive family, to a detour in life that he is still trying to make sense of.…

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#34 – They Still Didn’t Know It Was Me 57:26

5 years ago57:26

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Skyler reflects on the decisions he made, which eventually landed him in prison. What started out as small steps of self-medicating with prescription pills, turned into a slippery slope of burglary and hard drugs. In Season 3 of Character, Skyler Gronholz tells the story of how he went from being a creative kid with a loving and supportive family, to a detour in life that he is still trying to make sense of.…

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#33 – Making Sense of the Story 1:26:11

5 years ago1:26:11

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Skyler Gronholz grew up in Kent, Washington. As a kid, he loved being creative and immersing himself in the world of art. As he got older, he felt himself drifting away from his true identify. He began doing things to please others, and eventually got lost on his own path in life. In Season 3 of Character, Skyler Gronholz will tell the story of how he went from being a creative kid with a loving and supportive family, to a detour in life that he is still trying to make sense of.…

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#32 - Anything But The "H" Word 1:33:04

6 years ago1:33:04

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Once a shy, quiet kid from a middle-class upbringing, Robert changed course drastically in life during his mid-20's. Robert was well educated and pursuing his PhD when he was introduced to the dark world of addiction. Although his friends and family thought he was doing well in his studies, he seemed to be living two separate lives - until it all came crashing down. ---------------------------------- Character is brought to you by: Cedar & Moss - Handcrafted, mid-century modern lighting Onnit - Supplements for total human optimization…

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#31 - Six Years of Pokemon 1:20:15

7 years ago1:20:15

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When you dedicate one quarter of your life to anything, it’s a big commitment. When you dedicate that time to Pokemon, you’re more than an expert; you’re a master. At least that’s the case for Travis Wheeler, a passionate podcaster who grew up in Muskegon, Michigan - a small town in the midwest. And, there’s no doubt that Travis is as articulate as they come. That’s what happens when you dig deep into books and spend the majority of your free time producing three different podcasts each week. Check out Travis & DJ’s podcast, Arbitrary Archive! ---------------------------------- Character is brought to you by: Cedar & Moss - Handcrafted, mid-century modern lighting Onnit - Supplements for total human optimization…

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#30 - Gimme Shelter 2:22:53

7 years ago2:22:53

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Growing up in East St. Louis, Mike had two choices - accept the adversity he faced, or remove himself from it and try to make it on his own. Mike chose the latter, and it didn't come easy. Mike was calculated in the decisions he made and conscious of the people surrounded himself with. Was it luck; Was it timing; Was it serendipity; Or was it grit? Say what you want, but Mike persevered to get to where he is today - a Senior Software Engineer, living in Atlanta. Through his perseverance, Mike made it out of East St. Louis, but he never forgot his roots - he never where forgot he came from. And, for that, he'll forever be grateful. Check out Mike’s podcast! We Leave You This ---------------------------------- Character is brought to you by: Cedar & Moss - Handcrafted, mid-century modern lighting EPH Apparel - Enter promo code: character to get 20% off your next order…

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#29 - Twenty-Three F's 1:06:13

7 years ago1:06:13

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In the last few weeks of high-school, Mike didn't know what he was going to do after graduation. With little time left to apply, he submitted an application to a college in Arkansas. And, thanks to the support of a few mentors, he got a full academic scholarship to attend school. Things were looking up, until everything was taken away. Adversity seemed to haunt Mike; corrupt police officers, unsupportive professors, and a pretty serious injury were only a few of the problems he faced. Check out Mike’s podcast! We Leave You This ---------------------------------- Character is brought to you by: Cedar & Moss - Handcrafted, mid-century modern lighting EPH Apparel - Enter promo code: character to get 20% off your next order…

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#28 - What's Love Got To Do With It 1:06:49

7 years ago1:06:49

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Mike doesn’t remember too much about his childhood growing up in California. Or at least he doesn’t remember much before his accident. It wasn’t until Mike moved back to his hometown of East St. Louis that he really became imprinted by the socio-economic conditions and culture of the city. Check out Mike’s podcast! We Leave You This ---------------------------------- Character is brought to you by: Cedar & Moss - Handcrafted, mid-century modern lighting EPH Apparel - Enter promo code: character to get 20% off your next order…

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#27 - I Saw The Sign 1:16:46

7 years ago1:16:46

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Rex Barrett always pictured himself growing up in a big city. And, he did - until his teenage years. However, an unexpected change in his dad's career path led him from the 90's grunge scene in Seattle, to the pig showing circuit in Sulphur, Oklahoma - a town of 5,000 people. Even though he felt like an outcast, he figured out ways to fit in and make new friends in - what he once considered to be - a podunk town, and later felt was right where he belonged. Check out Rex's podcast The Maven Show! ---------------------------------- Character is brought to you by: Onnit - Supplements for total human optimization EPH Apparel - Enter promo code: character to get 20% off your next order…

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#26 - Sewing The Safety Net 25:13

7 years ago25:13

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Dave Wheeler was on his way to 'making it' in hockey before his career ended prematurely, due to an accidental eye injury. However, his new path in life led him to the world of audio, where he quickly became recognized for his talents in radio. Follow the story on Instagram! @characterpodcast Subscribe to The Word of Wheeler on Apple Podcasts! ---------------------------------- Character is brought to you by: EPH Apparel - Enter promo code: character to get 20% off your next order Emtek - Door hardware that makes a statement…

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#25 - Making It On YouTube 1:30:04

7 years ago1:30:04