Episode 55 - What's Up Aldus Baker Update podcast

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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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Episode 55 - What's Up

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Episode 55 - What's Up

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Episode 55 - What's Up 6:09

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54 Still Alive 4:12

8 years ago4:12

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A quick update from Aldus Baker explaining what the heck happened and why he's been out of touch. Don't forget to check out the official website - aldusbaker.com

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53 William Culbertson - King's Exile 52:19

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52 CS Night - The Eighth Born 38:20

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Having demonstrated little ability, Rhyen is offered mediocre choices. He’ll have to make the best of it. One unexpected recommendation stated he might have the potential to be a sorcerer. But nobody has that level of ability. There are almost no sorcerers left in the world. It’s not as if one would appear and offer Rhyen an apprenticeship. Visit the full show page: http://aldusbaker.com/52-cs-night-the-eighth-born/ Thanks! Aldus…

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51 Elise Kova - Air Awakens 59:52

9 years ago59:52

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Vhalla Yarl had a safe life. Her greatest fear was being caught reading when she should be working. But Vhalla did something much worse when she unknowingly forged a magical bond. Powerful sorcerers now have plans for her. She must choose. Can she go back or reach for the unthinkable? The decision is hers, but the dangerous, unforeseen, and tempting consequences stretch far beyond her present life. Visit the complete show page with links to everything we talked about and more at http://aldusbaker.com/51-elise-kova-air-awakens/…

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50 Sever Bronny - Arcane 51:27

9 years ago51:27

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War took the only person that treated Augum like more than gutterborn trash.Augum barely escapes, but is forced to flee into a terrible storm without shelter or supplies.On the verge of death, he collapses and later awakens in strange surroundings where he is tended by an elderly woman who offers him a choice. She will help him reach the nearest town, or – if he proves worthy – he could stay and become her apprentice. Check out the full show page with links to things mentioned in the podcast at http://aldusbaker.com/50-sever-bronny-arcane/…

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49 Amy Patrick - Hidden Deep 1:01:27

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Well sure he’s gorgeous. But he’s some kind of homeschooled trespasser. 16 year old Ryann has too much on her mind already. It’s not like she has time for a mysterious curly-haired stranger with vivid green eyes. Her mom’s kind of a wreck after her father's affair and the financial disaster he left behind. Ryann and her mother had to move in with Grandma. That thing when Ryann was 6 – that was a hallucination. She was freezing to death. She just imagined the boy who saved her. It’s not as if the intriguing guy that just appeared in the same woods were she got lost on a cold January night 10 years earlier could really be him. Learn more about Amy Patrick and her book, Hidden Deep . See the full show page with links to everything mentioned in the podcast at: http://aldusbaker.com/49-amy-patrick-hidden-deep/…

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48 Did He Say What I Think He Said? 2:41

9 years ago2:41

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I've talked about it. I've warned people. I certainly hope this comes as no surprise. Episode 48 - Complete Show Page at aldusbakerupdate.com All the Best, Aldus

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47 Leeland Artra - Thread Slivers 1:05:46

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Tica risks her life to live her dream and find glory as a Dagger. Lebuin is forced to journey beyond the confines of his beloved mages guild. Separately they are powerful and dangerous. Thrown together by fate or perhaps the gods themselves, they could be the oil and flame that ignite the world or the lamp helping light the way forward. You are invited to explore the rich and complex world of Thread Slivers and the Golden Threads Trilogy in this interview with Leeland Artra , author, world builder, and story teller extraordinaire. Remember to stop by http://aldusbaker.com/47-leeland-artra-thread-slivers/ and check out the show page for more information and links to everything mentioned in this episode. Aldus Heroic Starts Here…

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46 Don't Hold the Mayo 6:43

9 years ago6:43

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I’d like to say that my family’s recent trip to Minnesota was just for fun, but there was more to it. This week’s update also includes musings on being held hostage by my own creativity and the rundown on my authorly pursuits. Let me hijack your attention for a few minutes. I promise to return it safe and sound or at least in a slightly more entertained and informed version of its original condition. I’m an author, not a miracle worker. Get the complete show page and links at http://aldusbaker.com/46-dont-hold-the-mayo/…

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45 Ken Lozito - Road to Shandara 45:11

9 years ago45:11

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Pursued by a sinister being of darkness, Aaron struggles to confront the hidden legacy of his family and to protect those he loves. When it is clear that no one is safe, Aaron is determined to leave and draw the danger away with him. He will face the demon that hunts him and return to the world his grandfather and mother fled. There he might find answers, or at least extract retribution before he dies as another casualty in a war his grandfather never spoke of and his mother could not remember. See the complete show notes at aldusbakerupdate.com…

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44 We Can Talk About It 8:39

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Stand up for your right to listen. Click that play button with your head held high and find out what I've been up to recently. We can talk about it. Well, I talk and you listen. Or, if you are an author, maybe you can talk too. Get the show notes and more at aldusbakerupdate.com .

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43 R.B. Harkess - Aphrodite's Dawn 50:35

9 years ago50:35

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With little time left before Garret is compelled to follow in his father’s footsteps, he longs for a way to escape his fate. He’s already roamed every centimeter of the six floors that are his world. He knows there is nowhere to go and nothing left to discover. Nothing except the reason an unexpected voice in his head keeps repeating the same cryptic message.Listen to the interview and encounter the world of R.B. Harkess . Explore his science fiction adventure Aphrodite's Dawn . Get the complete show notes at aldusbakerupdate.com…

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42 Monster Bloodmoon Worldcon 11:53

9 years ago11:53

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This week, between author interviews, I give you a rundown on what first got me interested in science fiction, what’s happening lately and some future plans. Relax and hang out with me for a few minutes. It ain’t nothin’ but somethin’ to do. Who knows, this episode might be the answer to life, the universe and everything. Check out the Episode 42 Show Page at aldusbakerupdate.com…

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41 Rachel Aaron - Nice Dragons Finish Last 50:09

9 years ago50:09