Careers

Business: Stephen Loh

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:37:02 +0000 · 39 min

In this episode, former CFO of Slickdeals, Stephen Loh speaks about his unique journey through the business world - from PwC in Hong Kong to startups and e-commerce. He reflects on childhood influences, early jobs, and lessons learned in navigating career challenges. Packed with practical insights and advice, this episode is perfect for students exploring paths in business and beyond.

Investments: Victor Zhang

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 03:03:41 +0000 · 14 min

Victor Zhang, Chief Investment Officer and Senior Vice President of American Century Investments recounts his career experience since immigrating to America. He gives an introduction to investments and describes fundamental principles that everyone’s career journey should be built upon.

Science: Julia Greer

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 02:04:21 +0000 · 17 min

Caltech professor of Materials Science, Mechanics and Medical Engineering, Dr. Julia Greer recounts her journey moving from Russia to America. In addition to her passion for science, Dr. Greer also enjoyed playing piano. Although she faced many obstacles along the way that would have deterred others, she was determined to pursue her path in science, always reminding herself to never give up.

Medicine: Margaret Loh

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 02:52:56 +0000 · 12 min

Dr. Margaret Loh, a radiologist, tells her tale about her ambitious path in the medical field, persevering in the face of any obstacle.  Being a doctor not only requires you to be absolutely determined, but you also need to enjoy helping others.  Listen to her story from when she was helping doctors who were clients in her family business to becoming a doctor herself.

Business: Anda Pho

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 03:55:49 +0000 · 23 min

From dreaming of being a fine artist to becoming president of Evite, Anda Pho didn’t always have a set career path.  In fact, she has always had several different interests, but, over time, she has learned to bridge the gaps between them to create something unique.  Listen to this episode as Anda Pho describes her journey as a successful businesswoman.

Introducing: Careers

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 21:41:04 +0000 · 1 min

A podcast that dives into the tales of a professional to discover your interests.  Learn about different occupations from a variety of people to find your path.

Entertainment: Nate Parker

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 18:19:59 +0000 · 47 min

Filmmaker and actor Nate Parker shares his powerful journey from humble beginnings in Virginia to the world of film. He reflects on how early life experiences, unexpected opportunities, and a shift in purpose led him to pursue storytelling through cinema. Nate discusses the realities of acting, the importance of creating your own work, and the deeper meaning behind his projects. He also talks abou

Professional Services: Sandy Li

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 01:46:13 +0000 · 24 min

Executive coach and former investment banker Sandy Li recounts her early student experiences, from starting a career services club in high school, exploring Shakespearean poetry in college, and ultimately delving into the world of finance and entrepreneurship. Li explains that although not all of her activities directly aligned with her eventual career as an adult, they all proved to be a large fa

Politics: Steven Huang

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 00:36:41 +0000 · 21 min

San Marino Mayor, Steven Huang never realized as a child that he would take on such an important role. From dentistry to politics, listen to this episode as Mayor Huang details his journey through childhood, college, and beyond.

Education: Karla Domier

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 02:29:19 +0000 · 33 min

Karla Domier didn’t know right away she wanted to be a teacher.  Throughout high school and some of college, she saw herself pursuing a career in performing arts and theater.  However, discovering teaching in college, she was lured by this compassionate and valuable career.  Tune in to this episode to follow Mrs. Domier’s path, from singing in high school musicals to becoming a beloved teacher at

Entrepreneurship: James Kim

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 02:54:52 +0000 · 20 min

Founder and Chairman of Dan Modern Chinese, James Kim recalls selling goods to his classmates in elementary school. It proved to be a very prescient activity in his journey to becoming an entrepreneur. Kim saw several different options for the future - filmmaking, law, medicine - but he found that his true passion was in business.  Despite ups and downs from starting his first endeavors to oversee

Investments: Soon Pho

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 06:01:37 +0000 · 8 min

Culminating as Senior investment partner at hedge fund Canyon Partners, Soon Pho has had a long career that began in investment banking. As an immigrant, Mr. Pho’s childhood experiences had an impact on his career decision toward investments. Explore the importance of capital over labor and the notion of investing in yourself before capital.Take a look at Mr. Pho’s recommendations, including The S

Professional Services: Stacy Janiak

Fri, 02 May 2025 04:12:04 +0000 · 31 min

Deloitte's Global Deputy CEO Stacy Janiak reflects on how her childhood experiences and personal values shaped her path toward a career in business. From navigating personal experiences to discovering her passion for business in college, Janiak shares that one of her professional hurdles was managing the expectations she placed on herself. But despite life's uncertainties, she encourages listeners