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.…
Patrick Gutfield delivers a comedy knockout as he exposes the EPA's war on clean air, Michael Douglas's confusion over our new Russian friendship, and Elon Musk's terrifying plans for Social Security!
Patrick Gutfield delivers a comedy knockout as he exposes the EPA's war on clean air, Michael Douglas's confusion over our new Russian friendship, and Elon Musk's terrifying plans for Social Security!
National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard's anti-leaker tweet goes viral just as Trump officials accidentally add The Atlantic's editor to their war plans chat. McDonald's loses its fast food crown to Chinese bubble tea giant Mixue Bingcheng and their fifteen-cent ice cream empire. Plus: Trump's ambitious "Golden Dome" missile defense plan aims to shield America from threats…
Join Patrick Gutfield as he skewers the Trump administration's epic Signal chat mishap where National Security Advisor Michael Waltz accidentally added Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg to classified Yemen bombing plans. Laugh along as he mocks Usha Vance's bizarre Greenland diplomatic trip amid Trump's ongoing attempts to purchase the unwilling territory. Cringe at 23andMe's bankruptcy drama where fifteen million Americans' DNA data hangs in the balance. Plus, the petty crime spotlight: a fifty-two dollar dine-and-dash at Cabo Clear Lake that's turning into a full criminal investigation. Politics, privacy invasions, and petty theft.…
Join Patrick Gutfield as he delivers the political news with sharp wit and biting commentary. From Miami Beach's surprisingly tame spring break and Barcelona's tourist backlash to Trump's revenge-fueled security clearance revocations, NASA hair conspiracies, and a touching tribute to America's favorite rock-sitting eagle. It's political comedy that cuts through the noise with the perfect blend of snark and substance.…
Trump's new jet will make enemies DISAPPEAR! JFK files FINALLY reveal who was REALLY behind assassination! And you won't BELIEVE what this Catholic teacher does after school hours - PARENTS FURIOUS!
Patrick Gutfield BLOWS THE LID OFF two SHOCKING stories the mainstream media won't tell you about! First, the TERRIFYING truth about why potato chips now cost 50% MORE - and it's NOT just inflation! Then, prepare to be STUNNED by the 39 most DISTURBING items washing up on beaches worldwide - including unexploded WWII bombs, prehistoric shark teeth, and literally THOUSANDS of creepy Garfield phones! Number 17 will make you NEVER want to swim again! The elites DON'T WANT YOU to know what's really happening at our shorelines! This MIND-BLOWING exposé was made with the help of AI but the TRUTH is 100% REAL! Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!…
Patrick Gutfield BLOWS THE LID OFF three MIND-BLOWING stories the mainstream media is keeping quiet! First, the DEVASTATING scientific proof that your parents really DID have a favorite child - and it wasn't you! Then, NASA's TERRIFYING asteroid warning they don't want you to panic about (but you SHOULD)! And finally, Canada's GENETICALLY ENGINEERED super pigs are staging a COVERT INVASION of the United States that's already causing BILLIONS in damage! The government is HIDING these threats while we sleep!…
Man faces five hundred dollar FINE and LIFETIME BAN for this common TRAVEL MISTAKE at JFK! Meanwhile, a Washington Post critic INFILTRATES the CIA's most CLASSIFIED restaurant where spies reveal their TRUE IDENTITIES! And scientists discover the REAL reason you're aging faster than everyone else (HINT: It's NOT your genes)! PLUS: Flight passenger REFUSES to give up seat to larger man and the INTERNET is DIVIDED! The FORBIDDEN FRUIT that could get YOU detained at customs and the TOP SECRET menu item George H.W. Bush BANNED forever!…
SCIENTISTS DISCOVER microplastics in HUMAN BRAINS as experts warn of INVISIBLE health EMERGENCY! 😱 Meanwhile, researchers prove CURSING increases PAIN TOLERANCE and PHYSICAL STRENGTH (your grandma was WRONG)! PLUS: Piglets KIDNAPPED from controversial art exhibition by 10-year-old's father in DRAMATIC HEIST! 🐷 And the federal government's DISTURBING new solution to invasive species - PUT THEM ON YOUR DINNER PLATE! The swamp rat that tastes like TURKEY and the SHOCKING number of plastic particles in your bottled water! Government cookbook includes recipes YOU WON'T BELIEVE!…
Patrick Gutfield delivers sharp political commentary on Vice President JD Vance's provocative diplomatic style, analyzes the top GOP contenders for 2028, and exposes the staggering costs of President Trump's frequent Mar-a-Lago trips.
Patrick Gutfield SLAMS Health Czar's Fast Food Hypocrisy As New Food Dye Ban Threatens To Turn America BEIGE BONUS: Walls Finally Admits What We All Knew - "We Lost Because We Lost!"
TRUMP EYES MILITARY INVASION of Panama Canal as DEADLY Measles RESURGES and Coffee Prices GO NUCLEAR!PATRICK GUTFIELD ASKS: "Did We Just Enter The APOCALYPSE OLYMPICS? And Which Disaster Wins GOLD?"
Patrick Gutfield delivers a comedy knockout as he exposes the EPA's war on clean air, Michael Douglas's confusion over our new Russian friendship, and Elon Musk's terrifying plans for Social Security!
Trump transforms the South Lawn into Tesla dealership as government officials order workers to shred documents and abandon priceless artwork. Meanwhile, Rosie O'Donnell is fleeing the country, and Greenland's election results show the world is watching! Patrick Gutfield breaks down the most SHOCKING political developments that the mainstream media won't tell you about!…
Join host Patrick Gutfield as he delivers biting commentary on Wall Street's reaction to Trump's tariffs, the President's surprising Tesla purchase to support Elon Musk, and America's renewed interest in acquiring Greenland
Patrick Gutfield delivers hilarious takes on JD Vance's social media meme struggles, his hot mic moment during Trump's lengthy speech, the Cincinnati protest controversy, and Trump's bizarre claim that trade tensions with Mexico and Canada will make the 2026 World Cup "more exciting."
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