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Joust About Careers PodcastEp. 104 - GLP Archivist - Maria TrustyWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2018 Van Buren graduate Maria Trusty, who is a GLP Archivist. In this episode, Maria shares how a campus job at Ohio State led her to her career, the many places archivists can work, how her career goals have changed, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as an archivist or still exploring your options, I hope that what...
2025-11-1127 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 103 - Founder/Chief Creative Officer - UnitOneNine - Lee SalisburyWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 1998 Van Buren graduate Lee Salisbury, who is the founder and Chief Creative Officer for UnitOneNine, a boutique creative agency. In this episode, Lee shares how his life looks much different today from how it looked when he started his business, how he experienced the reality of “fake it until you make it,” the opportunity people have today to start a business...
2025-10-2725 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 102 - Computational Biologist - Katherine WilkinsWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2007 Van Buren graduate Katherine Wilkins, who works as a Senior Computational Biologist. In this episode, Katherine shares advice for students looking to attend a highly selective university, how she ended up earning her PhD from Cornell, the positives and challenges of her career, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as a computational biologist or still exploring your...
2025-10-1325 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 101 - Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Technologist - Brooke KlausingThis week's guest is 2015 Van Buren graduate Brooke Klausing, who works as a nuclear medicine and PET/CT technologist. In this episode, Brooke shares how she ended up in nuclear medicine when that wasn’t even on her career radar in high school, the positives and challenges of her career, the importance of high school science classes, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career in nuclear medicine or still exploring your options, I hope that what Brooke shares today will help all of you make better career decisions and have fulfilling career journeys. Enjoy the show!1:10...
2025-09-2917 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 100 - Pilot/Airline Captain - Thomas WolfordThis week’s guest is 2015 Van Buren graduate Thomas Wolford, who works as an airline captain. In this episode, Thomas shares how he decided to become a pilot, the various paths a person can take to become a pilot, the benefits and challenges of this career, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as a pilot or still exploring your options, I hope that what Thomas shares today will help all of you make better career decisions and have fulfilling career journeys. Enjoy the show!1:07 - A typical day as an airline captain2:29 - Guidelines pilots ha...
2025-09-1529 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 99 - Creative Production Manager - Forge Biologics - Essma KheiryWelcome back to season six of the Joust About Careers podcast! This is still the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2015 Van Buren graduate Essma Kheiry, a Creative Production Manager at Forge Biologics. In this episode, Essma shares how her career is a mix of graphic arts and film, how internships helped her figure out what she did and didn’t want as a career, the value of certifications, and much more. Whether you are interested in a care...
2025-09-0120 min
Outside The MainstreamPurpose-Driven Education w. Brian BrattI had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Brian Bratt—a longtime English teacher turned passionate career advisor and communications lead at his school.Students don’t need to have it all figured out—but they do need exposure to real options. Many young people end up “letting life happen to them” instead of taking charge of their path. That’s why Brian's made it his mission to help students do things differently.00:00 Introduction: 00:57 Meet Brian Brat: A Journey in Education05:02 The Importance of Career Guidance08:00 Alternative E...
2025-05-1327 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 98 - Transport Operations Supervisor - Marathon Petroleum Corporation - Hannah ShankWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2011 Van Buren graduate Hannah Shank, a Transport Operations Supervisor at Marathon Petroleum Corporation. In this episode, Hannah shares how a typical day looks for her, how studying abroad led her to teaching in Austria, what playing college softball taught her, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career in the transportation field or are still exploring your options, I ho...
2025-05-1227 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 97 - Speech Language Pathologist - Madison Schwable - Hancock County Education Service CenterWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2010 Van Buren graduate Madison (Grant) Schwable, a Speech Language Pathologist at the Hancock County Education Service Center. In this episode, Madison shares how a typical day looks for a speech language pathologist, the places where people in this field can work, the feeling of fulfillment which comes from this career, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as a...
2025-04-2818 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 96 - General Manager & Franchise Trainer - Five Guys - Johnathon FarthingWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2019 Van Buren graduate Johnathon Farthing, a general manager and franchise trainer at Five Guys. In this episode, Johnathon shares how he decided to leave college to pursue full-time employment with Five Guys, how teachers don’t only work in schools, the most fulfilling aspects of his career, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career in the restaurant indust...
2025-04-1423 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 95 - Senior IT Controls/TBM Business Analyst, Orlando Health - Evan ShankWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2009 Van Buren graduate Evan Shank, a Senior IT General Controls and TBM Business Analyst with Orlando Health. In this episode, Evan shares how he has attained an IT career despite not having a degree in IT, how he has used LinkedIn to propel his career, the value certifications can have in the workplace, and much more. Whether you are interested in a...
2025-03-3126 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 94 - EMT/Division Simulation Specialist - HCA Healthcare - Luke RoutzonWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2010 Van Buren graduate Luke Routzon, a state and nationally-licensed EMT who is now a Division Simulation Specialist with HCA Healthcare. In this episode, Luke shares how a typical day looks for him, how becoming an EMT led him to his current position, the importance of having a support system as an EMT, and much more. Whether you are interested in a ca...
2025-03-1725 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 93 - Public Relations/Communications Specialist - Cardinal Health - Heather HendersonWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2013 Van Buren graduate Heather Clark, a Senior Public Relations Specialist for Cardinal Health. In this episode, Heather shares how a typical day looks for her, why she has always been interested in communications, the difference between working for an agency or a company like Cardinal Health, the importance of maintaining work/life balance, and much more. Whether you are interested in a...
2025-03-0324 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 92 - Behavior Sciences Coordinator II -The Medical University of South Carolina - Heather RitsonWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2013 Van Buren graduate Heather Ritson, a Behavior Services Coordinator II at The Medical University of South Carolina. In this episode, Heather shares how a typical day looks for her, how the path to her career started with a social work degree, how she cancelled plans to earn a master’s degree in social work and an MBA and is glad she di...
2025-02-1725 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 91 - Civil Engineer - Michael Flanagan - City of Thornton, ColoradoWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2010 Van Buren graduate Michael Flanagan, a civil engineer for the city of Thornton, Colorado. In this episode, Michael shares how a typical day looks as a civil engineer, how the first-year engineering program at the University of Cincinnati helped him decide what kind of engineer to become, how the soil in Ohio is much different from the soil in Colorado, and...
2025-02-0333 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 90 - Business Mgr., Golf Pro, Entrepreneur- SRC Worldwide, Inc. & Buckeye Rental - Michael CarisWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2010 Van Buren graduate Michael Caris, a business manager for SRC Worldwide, Inc., and owner of MC Golf Performance and Buckeye Rental. In this episode, Michael shares how a typical day looks as he juggles three jobs, why he moved out of working full-time in the golf industry while maintaining his own golf-focused business, the impact relationships have had on his care...
2025-01-2024 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 89 - Tax Senior/Accountant - EY - Zach WehrleWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 2013 Van Buren graduate Zach Wehrle, a Tax Senior (Accountant) for EY. In this episode, Zach shares how a typical day looks in his position, why he moved into accounting from a criminal justice career, how accounting could make him more likely to get a position with the FBI, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as an acco...
2025-01-0623 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 88 - Clinical Supervisor & Mental Health Counselor - The Willow Center - Abby YatesWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This is the place to learn about careers from the people who are actually doing the work every day. I’m your host, Brian Bratt, and this week’s guest is 1999 Van Buren graduate Abby Yates, a Clinical Supervisor and Mental Health Counselor at The Willow Center. In this episode, Abby shares how a typical day looks in her position, how mental health professionals often don’t have the luxury of a consistent 8-5 work schedule, why mental health professionals transition to new positions so often, and much more. Whether you are in...
2024-12-1625 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 87 - Palliative Care Pharmacist - Ohio Health - Alexis BeachyWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features 2015 Van Buren graduate Alexis (Youngpeter) Beachy, a Palliative Care Pharmacist at Ohio Health. In this episode, Alexis shares how a typical day looks in her position, how a five-year internship is not uncommon in pharmacy, why she chose to complete a two-year residency, how participating in the Kappa Epsilon pharmacy fraternity has helped her, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as a pharmacist or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Alexis shares today will help all of you make better career...
2024-12-0223 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 86 - Assistant Public Defender - Ohio Public Defender's Office - Nathan MaynardWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features 2015 Van Buren graduate Nathan Maynard, an assistant public defender in the youth defense department of the Ohio Public Defender’s Office. In this episode, Nathan shares how a typical day looks in his position, how an event while in college working toward a supply chain management degree piqued his interest in a law career, what students can be doing now to set themselves up for a career in law, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as a lawyer or public defender or are still ex...
2024-11-1821 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 85 - Data Asset Manager - Procter & Gamble - Tiffany JohnsonWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features 2005 Van Buren graduate Tiffany Johnson, who is the Data Asset Manager Within North America Market Operations for Procter & Gamble. In this episode, Tiffany shares how a typical day looks in her position, how data is much more than numbers, the good and bad of working for large companies, the importance of being able to adapt, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as data manager or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Tiffany shares today will help all of you make better...
2024-11-0422 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 84 - Writer & Assistant Editor - Emory University - Michelle RickerWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with 2014 Van Buren graduate Michelle Ricker, who is a writer and assistant editor at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. In this episode, Michelle shares how a typical day looks in her position, how AI has affected her career, the value of her internships while in school, the importance of a writing portfolio, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as a writer or editor or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Michelle shares today will help all of you make...
2024-10-2122 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 83 - Director of Graduate Admissions - University of Findlay - Ashley LittleWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Ashley (Erwin) Little, a 2007 Van Buren High School graduate who is the Director of Graduate Admissions at The University of Findlay. In this episode, Ashley shares how a typical day looks in her position, the role a graphic design degree played in her career journey, what students who might go to graduate school should be doing right now, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career in higher education or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Ashley shares today will...
2024-10-0721 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 82 - Computer Science/Workplace Data, Apps & Workflow Lead - Avanade - Stephanie (Boyd) DonahueWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Stephanie (Boyd) Donahue, a 1997 Van Buren High School graduate who works in the computer science field and is the Americas Workplace Data, Apps, and Workflow Lead for Avanade. In this episode, Stephanie shares how a typical day looks in her position, how there is much more to computer science than coding, what it was like to start her own business, and much more. Whether you are interested in a computer science or business career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Stephanie...
2024-09-2320 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 81 - Lighting Artist, Retro Studios - A Nintendo Game Development Partner - Thomas HaaseWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Thomas Haase, a 2012 Van Buren High School graduate who is a Lighting Artist with Retro Studios. In this episode, Thomas shares how a typical day looks in his position, the importance of a person’s portfolio when trying to enter the video game industry, the importance of constructive criticism, and much more. Whether you are interested in a video game artistry career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Thomas shares today will help all of you make better career decisions and ha...
2024-09-1627 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 80 - Electrician & Project Foreman, Bodie Mechanical Services - Nick DeVoreWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Nick DeVore, a 2016 Van Buren High School graduate who is an electrician and project foreman for Bodie Mechanical Services. In this episode, Nick shares how a typical day looks in his position, how he decided to pursue this career through an apprenticeship, the importance of math in his career, and much more. Anyone interested in pursuing a career as an electrician or construction worker will find information related to starting down those paths in this episode. Enjoy the show!
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2024-09-0219 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 79 - Senior VP - Director, Regional Economic Development, Huntington National Bank - Todd BaileyWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with 1997 Van Buren graduate Todd Bailey, the Senior Vice President - Director of Regional Economic Development at Huntington National Bank. In the interview, Todd shares how a typical day looks in his position, how his degree in communications provided a solid foundation for his career journey, the career opportunities there are in the banking field, and much more. Whether you are interested in a banking career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Todd shares will help all of you make better career...
2024-05-1426 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 78 - Staff Biologist, Toledo Area Sanitation District - Jacob SublettWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with 2009 Van Buren graduate Jacob Sublett, the staff biologist at the Toledo Area Sanitation District. In the interview, Jacob shares how a typical day looks for him, how he focuses on mosquito control in his career, how the field of biology offers a plethora of career opportunities, and much more. Whether you are interested in a STEM or science-focused career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Jacob shares will help all of you make better career decisions and have fulfilling career journeys...
2024-04-2924 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 77 - Partnerships @ LinkedIn Talent and Learning Solutions - Sawyer Junge, Chicago, ILWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Sawyer Junge, a 2014 Van Buren graduate who is a Partnerships and Account Executive with LinkedIn Talent and Learning Solutions in Chicago, IL. Sawyer shares how a typical day looks for him, how to deal with rejection when making sales, what it’s like to live in Chicago, the importance of being a good listener, and much more. Whether you are interested in a sales career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Sawyer shares will help all of you make better career de...
2024-04-1520 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 76 - Area Civil Engineer, USDA and NRCS - Jae SutherlandWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Jae Sutherland, a 2004 Van Buren graduate who is an Area Engineer for the US Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Conservation Service. Jae shares what she does as a civil engineer, how attending a camp at Notre Dame contributed to where she is today, and much more. Whether you are interested in an engineering career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Jae shares today will help all of you make better career decisions and have fulfilling career journeys. Enjoy the show!1:34...
2024-04-0126 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 75 - Healthcare Administration (340B Coordinator) - Alan Molyet, OSU Wexner Medical CenterWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Alan Molyet, a 2010 Van Buren graduate who is a Senior 340B Coordinator at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Alan shares how a typical day in his position looks, how he balances his day job with a career as a soccer official at the high school and college levels, the importance of being a life-long learner, and much more. Whether you are interested in a healthcare administration career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Alan shares today will help all...
2024-03-1832 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 74 - Golf Course Assistant Superintendent - Tre Switzer, Buffalo Ridge Springs Golf CourseWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Tre Switzer, a 2017 Van Buren graduate who is an Assistant Superintendent of the Buffalo Ridge Springs Golf Course in Branson, MO. Tre shares how a typical day looks as an Assistant Superintendent, how he decided to earn a turf grass degree from ATI in Wooster, what the most rewarding aspects of his career are, and much more. Whether you are interested in a turf grass career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Tre shares today will help all of you make...
2024-03-0418 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 73 - Design Strategist, UX/UI Designer - Callie Spears, LINKWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Callie Spears, a 2016 Van Buren graduate who is a Design Strategist and UX/UI Designer with LINK in Oregon. Callie shares how a typical day looks as a designer, how her experience with co-ops through the University of Cincinnati propelled her career, her experiences with both in-person and remote work, and much more. Whether you are interested in a design career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Callie shares today will help all of you make better career decisions and have...
2024-02-1927 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 72 - ER and Flight Nurse, Paramedic - Ryan Harmon, Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Ryan Harmon, a 2002 Van Buren graduate who is a Critical Care Transport, ER, and Flight Nurse and Paramedic who is currently studying to become a Nurse Practitioner. Ryan shares how a typical day looks in the emergency room, how he became a flight nurse and what that means, how the military helped him choose his career path, and much more. Whether you are interested in a healthcare career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Ryan shares will help all of you...
2024-02-0535 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 71 - Social Media Coordinator - Tori Bookwalter, Florida Panthers (NHL)
Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Tori Bookwalter, a 2017 Van Buren graduate who is the social media coordinator for the National Hockey League’s Florida Panthers. Tori shares how a typical day looks for a social media coordinator, explains why she chose social media over journalism, discusses whether someone entering the social media field needs a college degree, and much more. Whether you are interested in a social media career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Tori shares today will help all of you make better career de...
2024-01-2227 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 70 - Physician's Assistant and Assistant Professor - Abby Allen, University of FindlayWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Abby Allen, a 2005 Van Buren graduate who is a physician’s assistant and assistant professor in the PA program at the University of Findlay. Abby shares how a typical day looks for a PA and professor, gives advice on getting into PA school, explains how a PA is different from a nurse practitioner, and much more. Whether you are interested in a healthcare career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Abby shares today will help all of you make better career de...
2024-01-0827 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 69 - New Model Delivery Project Manager - Amanda Couchot, Honda Manufacturing of Indiana
Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Amanda Couchot, a 2010 Van Buren graduate who is a New Model Delivery Project Manager with Honda Manufacturing of Indiana. Amanda shares how a typical day looks in her career, how she isn’t in the career she expected to have when in high school, the characteristics of people who excel in this field, and much more. Whether you are interested in a supply chain or manufacturing career or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Amanda shares today will help all of you ma...
2023-12-1117 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 68 - Home Inspector/Entrepreneur - Ryan Fennell, Acuity Inspections
Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Ryan Fennell, a 2001 Van Buren graduate who is a licensed home inspector and owns his own business, Acuity Inspections. Ryan shares how a typical day looks, how he went to school to become a computer-aided designer but decided that was not the right career for him, how to get started in the inspection field, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career in construction or inspection or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Ryan shares today will help all of...
2023-11-2818 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 67 - Nutritionist and Registered Dietitian - Brianna McAlister, Community Action Pioneer ValleyWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with 2015 VB graduate Brianna (Orchard) McAlister, who is a registered dietician who currently works as a nutritionist for Community Action Pioneer Valley in Massachusetts. In the interview, Brianna shares how a typical day looks, the differences between being a dietitian and a nutritionist, the many career options in this field, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career in dietetics and nutrition or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Brianna shares today will help all of you make better career decisions...
2023-11-1323 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 66 - Merchandising Associate & Skating Coach - Megan Muzy, Atlanta Braves and Georgia Tech
Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with 2019 VB graduate Megan Muzy, who is a merchandise associate with the Atlanta Braves and a competitive figure skating coach with Georgia Tech University. In the interview, Megan shares how a typical day looks in both of her positions, how these aren’t the careers she expected when she was in high school, the importance of internships and networking, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career in merchandising or coaching or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Megan shares today wi...
2023-10-3025 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 65 - Entrepreneur/Sales - Noah Schumacker, Noah's Ark Boat WashWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Noah Schumacker, a 2017 Van Buren graduate who has worked in sales and now owns Noah's Ark Boat Wash. In the interview, Noah shares about what he did as an outside sales consultant, what his first sales internship was like in Duluth, GA, how he started his boat wash business, and much more.Whether you are interested in a career in sales or entrepreneurship or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Noah shares today will help all of you make better career decisions...
2023-10-1626 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 64 - Account Manager - Luke Kohls, Palo Alto NetworksWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Luke Kohls, a former Van Buren High School math teacher who is an account manager for Palo Alto Networks. In the interview, Luke shares about what he does at Palo Alto, what it was like to change careers after seven years as a teacher, what teaching skills have served him best in his new career, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career in business or cybersecurity or are still exploring your options, I hope that what Luke shares today will help all...
2023-10-0224 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 63 - Process Development Engineer - Bailei Hoyng, Boston ScientificWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Bailei Hoyng, a 2015 Van Buren High School graduate who is a Process Development Engineer for Boston Scientific living in Israel. Bailei shares about what she does as a process engineer, how her co-ops in college helped her identify the specific type of engineering she enjoyed, what it is like to live in Israel, and much more. Whether you are interested in a career as a engineer, are still exploring your options, or want to live overseas someday, I hope that what Bailei shares today will...
2023-09-1842 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 62 - Writer & Newspaper Community Editor - Bret Nye, The Courier
Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Bret Nye, a 2007 Van Buren High School graduate who the Community Editor at The Courier, the daily newspaper in Findlay, OH. In the interview Bret shares about how a typical day looks for him (hint - no day is typical in journalism), why he has multiple master's degrees, the positive and negative aspects of journalism careers, and much more. Anyone interested in pursuing a career as an author or journalist will find information related to starting down those paths in this episode. Enjoy the show!
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2023-09-0430 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 61 - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Lacey Simon, Blanchard Valley Medical Associates
Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Lacey Simon, a 2009 Van Buren High School graduate who is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Blanchard Valley Medical Associates. In the interview Lacey shares about how a typical day for her looks, the various levels of nursing including LPN and RN, how she spent nine and a half years working at Whirlpool before deciding to go to school to become a nurse, what college life was like as a non-traditional student, and much more. Anyone interested in pursuing a career in healthcare or nursing...
2023-05-2218 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 60 - Banking Client Services Manager - Ian Kern, Premier BankWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Ian Kern, a 2016 Van Buren High School graduate who is a Client Services Manager with Premier Bank. In the interview Ian shares about what a Client Services Manager does, how he ended up in banking because of his love for math, the difference between banking and finance careers, the characteristics of people who would likely excel in banking, and much more. Anyone interested in pursuing a career in the banking industry will find information related to starting down that path in this episode. Enjoy the...
2023-05-0817 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 59 - Digital Graphic Designer - Abbey Phillips, Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW)Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Abbey Phillips, a 2015 Van Buren High School graduate who is a Digital Graphic Designer with Designer Shoe Warehouse, more commonly known as DSW. In the interview Abbey shares about her life as a graphic designer, how she changed her career goals after her freshman year at Ohio University, how an internship she completed after college set her up to earn an opportunity with DSW, what skills are essential to becoming a graphic designer, and much more. Anyone interested in pursuing a career as a graphic...
2023-04-2427 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 58 - UX/UI Developer - Justin Tiell, Betco CorporationWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Justin Tiell, a 2003 Van Buren High School graduate who is a UX/UI Developer with Betco Corporation. In the interview Justin shares about what UX and UI are and why they’re important to all of us even if we’ve never heard of them, how his Visual Communication Technology degree from BGSU has helped him in his career, why it is important for developers to have portfolios sharing their work, why curiosity is important for a developer, and much more. Anyone interested in pursuing a ca...
2023-04-1022 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 57 - Concert Tour Manager, Audio Engineer, Production Manager - Tom Rowles, Nashville, TN
Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Tom Rowles, a 2016 Van Buren High School graduate who is a Concert Tour Manager, Audio Engineer, and Production Manager in Nashville, TN. Tom has worked with artists like Ashley Cooke, Clinton Kane, Bren Joy, Lathan Warlick and Walker County, and in the interview he shares about life as a freelancer in the music industry, the role his time at Belmont University has played in his career journey, the glamour and grind of his career, his advice for people entering the music industry, and much more...
2023-03-3124 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 56 - Earning a Debt-Free Degree - Grace Heitkamp, Nursing StudentWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Grace Heitkamp, a 2021 Van Buren High School graduate who is a nursing student working toward a debt-free degree. Grace shares about where she currently is on her career journey, how she decided to start working toward graduating from college debt-free, what steps are helping her achieve that goal, how BGSU is actually paying her to attend school, and much more. Anyone interested in pursuing a debt-free degree will find information related to starting down that path in this episode. Enjoy the show!
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2023-03-1316 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 55 - Technology Sales - Brent Hendricks, Aptos RetailWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Brent Hendricks, a 2000 Van Buren High School graduate who has held many positions within the technology sales arena and is current the Director of Pre-Sales Consulting for Aptos Retail. Brent shares about life in technology sales, the impact internships with Disney and NCR had on his career path, how certifications could be a path to a career, the positive and negative aspects of sales, and much more. Anyone interested in pursuing a sales career will find information related to starting down that path in this e...
2023-02-2727 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 54 - Engineering Apprentice - Chance Conley, GROB Systems, Inc.Welcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Chance Conley, a 2022 Van Buren High School graduate who is an engineering apprentice at GROB Systems in Bluffton, OH. Chance shares about life as an apprentice, the various types of training he is receiving in mechanical and electrical engineering, the many benefits that are part of the apprenticeship, advice he has for future apprentices, and much more. Anyone interested in pursuing an apprenticeship at GROB will find information related to getting started down that path in this episode. Enjoy the show!
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2023-02-1317 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 53 - General Surgery Resident - Sarah Benson, Trinity HealthWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Sarah Benson, a 2013 Van Buren High School graduate who is a General Surgery Resident at Trinity Health as she prepares for her career as a surgeon. Sarah shares about life as a surgery resident, how she almost decided to not become a doctor but is glad she persevered, how her life isn’t quite like what is seen on Grey’s Anatomy and other television shows, how struggle can be good, and much more. Anyone interested in a career as a doctor or surgeon will find in...
2023-01-3019 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 52 - Dentist - Jennifer Irving, Student at The Ohio State University/Engsign in the U.S. NavyWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Jennifer Irving, 2015 Van Buren High School graduate who will be a dentist after finishing dental school at The Ohio State University and will be moving into the U.S. Navy to serve as a dentist. Jennifer shares about how she decided to join the Navy, how her life will look as a dentist, advice she has for current students who want to be dentists, how important it is to take initiative when pursuing an internship, and much more. Anyone interested in a career as a den...
2023-01-1624 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 51 - Licensed Professional Counselor - Michelle (Long) Fissell, Family Life Counseling & Psychiatric ServicesWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Michelle (Long) Fissell, a 2009 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a licensed professional counselor for Family Life Counseling & Psychiatric Services in central Ohio. Michelle shares what she does as a counselor, what led her to a counseling career after intending to become a math teacher, what it was like to earn a counseling degree through Grand Canyon University’s online program, and much more. Anyone interested in a career as a counselor will find information related to getting started down that path in this...
2023-01-0218 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 50 - Director of Home Repair - Kristina Rowles, Appalachia Service ProjectWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Kristina Rowles, a 2008 Van Buren High School graduate who is now the Director of Home Repair for Appalachia Service Project (ASP) in Tennessee. Kristina shares about what she does as the Director of Home Repair, how her experiences with ASP during the summer while in high school and college helped lead her to this career, how she started her career journey as a music therapist, internship opportunities with ASP for young adults, and much more. Anyone interested in a career with a service organization or in...
2022-12-2023 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 49 - Architect - Matt Mutchler, F5 DesignWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Matt Mutchler, a 2002 Van Buren High School graduate who is now an architect with the architecture firm F5 Design. Matt shares about what he does as an architect, how many people who graduate with architecture degrees don’t become licensed architects, how he focuses on creating buildings that use as little energy as possible, and much more. Anyone interested in an architecture career will find information related to getting started down that path in this episode. Enjoy the show!
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2022-11-2829 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 48 - Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager - Ryan Brauneller, ICU MedicalWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Ryan Brauneller, a 2013 Van Buren High School graduate who is now the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager for ICU Medical. Ryan shares about what an EHS manager does, how he changed career paths halfway through college, the personal characteristics which make EHS managers successful, how a former coach helped him on his career path, and much more. Anyone interested in an environmental, health, or safety career will find information related to getting started down those paths in this episode. Enjoy the show!
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2022-11-1429 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 47 - College Men's Basketball Coach - Jon Tropf, Ohio Northern UniversityWelcome back to the Joust About Careers podcast! This episode features a conversation with Jon Tropf, a 2008 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a men's basketball coach at Ohio Northern University. Jon shares about what he does as a coach, what it is like to win a league championship at a Division I university, the importance of building relationships, the unglamorous parts of coaching, and much more. Anyone interested in a coaching career will find information related to getting started down that path in this episode. Enjoy the show!
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2022-10-3131 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 46 - Google Staff Interaction Designer - Lane KuhlmanWelcome back to the Joust About Careers Podcast! This episode features a conversation with Lane Kuhlman, a 2001 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a Staff Interaction Designer with Google. Lane shares about what she does as a designer, the pioneers of the internet she has worked with at Google, the importance of failing fast, and much more. Anyone interested in design, art, or computer careers will find information related to getting started down those paths in this episode. Enjoy the show!
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2022-10-1730 min
Joust About Careers PodcastEp. 42 - Registered Nurse, Coronary Care Unit - Kristin Conner, Blanchard Valley Health SystemThis episode of The Interviewing People Careercast features a conversation with Kristin Conner, a 2015 Van Buren High School graduate who earned her Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) and is now a registered nurse working in the coronary care unit at Blanchard Valley Health System. In the interview, Kristin discusses what she does as a coronary care nurse, the different levels of education a nurse can gain, the places other than a hospital that a nurse can work, and much more. Anyone interested in a nursing career will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this ep...
2022-06-0314 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 41 - Law Student & Future Lawyer - Lauren Brown - Capital University Law SchoolThis episode of The Interviewing People Careercast features a conversation with Lauren Brown, a 2016 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a law student at Capital University Law School after earning an undergraduate Political Science/Government degree from The Ohio State University. In the interview, Lauren discusses how she originally went to school to become a pharmacist, how a Van Buren graduate influenced her to consider becoming a lawyer, how important words really are, and much more. Anyone interested in attending law school/becoming a lawyer will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this ep...
2022-06-0323 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 40 - Marketing & Engagement Lead - Kathryn (Wolfinger) Patterson - Visit BG OhioThis episode of The Interviewing People Careercast features a conversation with Kathryn (Wolfinger) Patterson, a 2001 Van Buren High School graduate who is now the Marketing and Engagement Lead for Visit BG Ohio. In the interview, Kathryn discusses what she does to market Bowling Green's attractions, how an internship after her freshman year of college impacted her life, how important it is to be a life-long learner, and much more. Anyone interested in a marketing career will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so enjoy the show!
2022-06-0324 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 39 - Ian Rafferty - Misdemeanor Investigator, Hancock County Public Defender's OfficeThis episode of The Interviewing People Careercast features a conversation with Ian Rafferty, a 2015 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a misdemeanor investigator for the Hancock County Public Defender's Office. In the interview, Ian discusses how he had never considered working for a public defender as a way to utilize his criminal justice degree, what exactly he does as a misdemeanor investigator, the importance of building rapport with his colleagues, and much more. Anyone interested in a criminal justice career will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so enjoy the show!
2022-06-0323 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 38 - Evan Haffenden - Commodity Manager/Supply Chain, Accuride CorporationThis episode of The Interviewing People Careercast features a conversation with Evan Haffenden, a 2006 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a Commodity Manager focused on supply chain for Accuride Corporation. In the interview, Evan discusses how he ended up in supply chain even though it was never on his radar in high school, how much he has to travel in this career, what has been most rewarding in his career, and much more. Anyone interested in a commodity/supply chain career will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so enjoy the...
2022-06-0324 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 37 - Austin Essinger - IT Support Technician, Wyandot Memorial HospitalThis episode of The Interviewing People Careercast features a conversation with Austin Essinger, a 2014 Van Buren High School graduate who is now an IT Support Technician at Wyandot Memorial Hospital. In the interview, Austin discusses why he chose a career in IT, how he used freelance IT work as an opportunity to build his skills, what a typical day looks like for him, and much more. Anyone interested in an IT career will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so enjoy the show!
2022-06-0319 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 36 - Ben Etzler (U.S. Navy) & Ryan Caligiuri (U.S. Army)This episode of The Interviewing People Careercast features a conversation with Ben Etzler, who serves in the U.S. Navy and is a 2005 Van Buren High School graduate, and Ryan Caligiuiri, who serves in the U.S. Army and is a 2004 Van Buren High School graduate. In the interview, Ben and Ryan discuss why they chose to join the military, why they chose their branches, what has been most fulfilling about their lives in the military, how they have both spent time teaching in the military, how much emphasis they each put on the Army/Navy football game, and...
2022-06-0337 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 35 - Kailey (Leal) Gilliland - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Wood County HospitalThis episode of The Interviewing People Careercast features a conversation with Kailey (Leal) Gilliland, a 2015 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a registered diagnostic medical sonographer. In the interview, Kailey discusses why she chose to attend the University of Findlay to earn her degree, the differences in degrees available to sonographers, what role sonographers play in the medical field, other certifications sonographers can earn, and much more. Anyone interested in a career as a sonographer or in the health care field will find information relevant to getting started down those paths in this episode, so enjoy the...
2022-06-0327 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 34 - Jon Farling - Entrepreneur and Self-Storage InvestorThis episode of The Interviewing People Careercast features a conversation with Jon Farling, a 2000 Van Buren High School graduate who is now an entrepreneur and self-storage investor. In the interview, Jon discusses how working a 9-5 job led him to become a self-storage investor, the freedom his career provides to him and his family, how experience has been a valuable teacher, and much more. Anyone interested in a career as an entrepreneur or investor will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so enjoy the show!
2022-06-0325 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 33 - Holly Kendrick - Civil Engineer & Project Manager - Whiting-Turner Contracting CompanyThis episode features my conversation with Holly Kendrick, a 2009 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a civil engineer and project manager for the Whiting-Turner Contracting Company. In the interview, Holly discusses how she chose an engineering path to pursue, how she used her internships to learn both what she did and didn't want in a future full-time position, why her work is fulfilling, and much more. Anyone interested in a career as an #engineer will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so enjoy the show!
2022-06-0317 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 32 - Kerri Hauman - Associate Professor of Writing, Rhetoric, and Communication - Transylvania UThis episode features my conversation with Kerri Hauman, a 2002 Van Buren High School graduate who is now an Associate Professor of Writing, Rhetoric, and Communication at Transylvania University in Lexington, KY. In the interview, Kerri discusses how she went to college with a pre-med major, how working at Wright State's writing center started her down the path to becoming a professor, how she achieved tenure, and much more. Anyone interested in a career as a college professor will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so enjoy the show!
2022-06-0328 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 31 - Jessica MacMurray - Clinical Research Coordinator - OSU James Cancer HospitalThis episode features my conversation with Jessica MacMurray, a 1999 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a Clinical Research Coordinator at The Ohio State University's James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute. In the interview, Jessica discusses her time as a member of the OSU marching band, how her Animal Science degree has contributed to various roles she has held, the cancer research to which she has contributed, the advice she has for current students, and much more. Anyone interested in a science-focused career will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so en...
2022-06-0339 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 30 - Jordan Sattler - Diesel Mechanic, Tawa Mulch & Landscape SupplyThis episode features my conversation with Jordan Sattler, a 2005 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a diesel mechanic for Tawa Mulch & Landscape Supply. In the interview, Jordan discusses his college experience at UNOH, the role science and math play in his career, how his feelings about being a diesel mechanic have evolved over his career, the current high demand for diesel mechanics, and much more. Anyone interested in a career as a mechanic will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so enjoy the show!
2022-06-0322 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 29 - Brandi Hoyng - Clinical Pharmacist, Health Partners of Western OhioThis episode features my conversation with Brandi Hoyng, a 2013 Van Buren High School graduate who is now a clinical pharmacist for Health Partners of Western Ohio. In the interview, Brandi discusses the University of Findlay's 0-6 pharmacy program, the difference between a pharmacy internship and a pharmacy residency, how she works directly with patients much more than a person might expect, the various career options for pharmacists, and much more. Anyone interested in a pharmacy career will find information relevant to getting started down that path in this episode, so enjoy the show!
2022-06-0328 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 28 - Terry Leibold - NASA PhotographerThis episode features my conversation with Terry Leibold, a 1971 Van Buren High School graduate who spent the majority of his working career as a NASA photographer at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL. In the interview, Terry discusses how, despite originally planning to be an accountant, he ended up working for NASA; how his willingness to continue to learn opened up new opportunities for him; how his career allowed him to visit many unique places and meet many well-known people; and much more. Anyone interested in a photography career will find information relevant to getting started down...
2022-06-0328 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 27 - Dr. Breanna (Benjamin) Barney - Physical Therapist, VIP TherapyThis episode features my conversation with Dr. Breanna (Benjamin) Barney, a 2004 Van Buren High School graduate who is a physical therapist and massge therapist with a variety of other certifications (Parkinson's Disease, Fall Prevention, etc.). Dr. Barney also owns her own business, VIP Therapy (www.viptherapy.org). In the interview, Dr. Barney discusses what being a physical therapist entails, why she started her own business after working for a different physical therapy provider, the successes she's experienced as a physical therapist, and much more. Anyone interested in physical therapy and healthcare-related careers will find information relevant to getting started...
2022-06-0323 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 26 - John Drerup - Garment Wash and Fabric Manager - TargetThis episode features my conversation with John Drerup, a 2002 Van Buren High School graduate who is now the Garment Wash and Fabric Manager for Target in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In the interview, John discusses what his job entails, what it is like to work for a large company like Target, the role travel plays in his career, what he has learned about relationships, and much more. Anyone interested in fashion and science-related careers will find information relevant to getting started down those paths in this episode. Enjoy the show!
2022-06-0328 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 25 - Colin Causey - Computer Science Graduate Student, Case Western Reserve UniversityThis episode features my conversation with Colin Causey, a 2014 Van Buren High School graduate, a University of Findlay graduate (computer science/philosophy double major, mathematics minor), and a current computer science graduate student at Case Western Reserve University. The focus of our discussion is on Colin's work in the computer science field, which includes working at both the Argonne and Oak Ridge National Laboratories. Colin also talks about his internships, why he decided to go to graduate school, his interest in the NBA, what his work has led him to learn about communication, and much more. If anyone is i...
2022-06-0339 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 24 - Jared Smith - Aerospace EngineerThis episode features my interview with Jared Smith, a recent graduate of the University of Cincinnati with an Aerospace Engineering degree. Jared is a 2016 Van Buren graduate, and the focus of our discussion is on his experience with the co-op program at UC. Throughout the interview Jared also discusses what being an aerospace engineer entails, what he did during his co-op experiences, what advice he has for those currently looking for jobs, and much more. If anyone is interested in becoming an aerospace engineer or participating in co-ops while in college, this episode will offer information relevant to getting...
2022-06-0319 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 23 - Abbie (Mingus) Doan - Senior Marine Mammal Trainer - Indianapolis ZooThis episode features my interview with Abbie (Mingus) Doan, a Senior Marine Mammal Trainer at the Indianapolis Zoo. Abbie is a 2004 Van Buren graduate, and in the interview she talks about her college experience as a biology major at Bowling Green State University, her internship with the Navy, how the timing of her graduation aligned with an opening for an animal trainer at the Indianapolis Zoo, and much more which provides insights into her career path. If anyone is interested in becoming a marine biologist or entering a different science field, this episode will offer information relevant to getting...
2022-06-0322 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 22 - Rachel Adolph - Physician's Assistant - Cleveland Clinic Center for Spine HealthWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This episode features my interview with Rachel Adolph, a physician's assistant who works at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Spine Health. Rachel is a 2011 Van Buren graduate, and in the interview she talks about the sacrifices she had to make when she decided to change her focus from becoming a physical therapist to a physician's assistant, the support she r...
2022-06-0329 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 21 - Adysson Miller - Sport Management Major and LPGA Solheim Cup InternWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This episode features my interview with Adysson Miller, a Sport Management major and intern for the LPGA Solheim Cup, which is coming to Toledo August 31-September 6. Adysson is a 2017 Van Buren graduate, and in the interview she talks about the opportunities which came about from connecting with BGSU graduates, why she focuses on relationships, meeting former University of Michigan f...
2022-06-0319 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 20 - Isaac Smith - Founder and President, Five Star Detailing LLCWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This episode features my interview with Isaac Smith, founder and president of Five Start Detailing LLC, a vehicle detailing company in Findlay, OH. Isaac is a 2018 Van Buren graduate, and in the interview he talks about what led him to start a business, how his experience as a firefighter and EMT helped him grow as a leader, how he h...
2022-06-0321 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 19 - KiaLynne Bland - Social Work Major, Program Leader @ Bittersweet FarmsWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This episode features my interview with KiaLynne Bland, a recent college graduate who has a degree in social work and is a program manager at Bittersweet Farms in Whitehouse, OH. KiaLynne is a 2017 Van Buren graduate, and in the interview she talks about what led her to switch from journalism to social work, what she does at Bittersweet Farms...
2022-06-0326 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 18 - Lacie Kern - Recruiting Specialist, Nationwide InsuranceWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This episode features my interview with Lacie Kern, a recruiting specialist for Nationwide Insurance. Lacie is a 2012 Van Buren High School graduate, and in the interview she talks about what led her to work in human resources as a recruiter, how this career helps her achieve the purpose she sees for herself, what people should and shouldn't include on...
2022-06-0335 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 17 - Alex Kane - Software Developer, 3D Artist, and Teacher - Tokyo, JapanWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This episode features my interview with Alex Kane, a software developer, 3D artist, and teacher in Tokyo, Japan. Alex is a 2013 Van Buren High School graduate, and in the interview he talks about his initial career goal of working at Pixar, what led him to live in Japan, his development of the Cloth Weaver application, and much more. If y...
2022-06-0319 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 16 - Ryan Randall, Project Manager Scrum Master - MI-GSO PCUBEDWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This episode features my interview with Ryan Randall, a Project Manager Scrum Master for MI-GSO PCUBED in Detroit, MI, and a 2005 Van Buren High School graduate. Ryan talks about what a scrum master does, how being in the Army National Guard impacted where he is today, and how his first visit to IKEA actually occurred in Kuwait City. If y...
2022-06-0330 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 15 - Tiffini Gallant, Creative Writer - A&E DesignThis episode features my interview with Tiffini Gallant, a creative writer for A&E Design in Billings, Montana, and a 2006 Van Buren High School graduate. Tiffini talks about her non-traditional college path which led her to earn associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees; the winding career path that led to her becoming a creative writer; and the beauty of living in Big Sky country. If you've ever thought about writing for a living, Tiffini is proof that it can be done, and she is loving every minute of it. Enjoy the show!
2022-06-0322 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 14 - Chaz Hatfield, Entrepreneur, CEO, and Co-Founder of HatBerg CollectiveWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This video features my interview with Chaz Hatfield, an entrepreneur who is the CEO and co-founder of HatBerg Collective, a contract and private label manufacturer of skincare, haircare, and personal care products. Chaz talks about his experience working both in the U.S. and overseas for Accenture, attending graduate school in Spain, becoming an entrepreneur and opening his own...
2022-05-2526 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 13 - Zach Hiris, National Weather Service MeteorologistWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This video features my interview with Zach Hiris, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Boulder, CO. Zach talks about his career as a meteorologist, how he chose to attend SUNY-Oswego for his undergraduate and Iowa State for his graduate degrees, how being a National Weather Service Pathways student contributed to where he is today, and much more...
2022-05-2531 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 12 - Kelli McKinley - Chef, Charleston Hospitality GroupWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. Today's guest, Kelli McKinley (bakery@charlestonhospitalitygroup.com) is an executive chef with Charleston Hospitality Group in Charleston, SC. Kelli talks about her career, which includes time as a pastry chef; her college experiences, both at a traditional four-year school and a culinary school; her favorite type of food to make; and much more. If you've ever thought about becoming...
2022-05-2525 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 11 - Kevin Davis - Wheelsman, Interlake Steamship CompanyWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. Today's guest, Kevin Davis (@kdavissti), is a wheelsman for the Interlake Steamship Company. Kevin talks about his career working on a ship carrying iron ore on the Great Lakes, what a person working on a ship does during down time, the characteristics of people who might enjoy working on a ship, etc. If you've ever thought about working on a s...
2022-05-2426 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 10 - Tyler Akers - ROTC, Army Intelligence, Demand Planning & Analysis Manager at Groove LifeWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. Today's guest, Tyler Akers, a Demand Planning & Analysis Manager at Groove Life in Spring Hill, Tennessee, attended the University of Toledo on an ROTC scholarship and was an Army Intelligence Officer before moving into civilian life. In the interview he shares how the ROTC scholarship helped him earn his undergraduate degree with no debt and how the skills he le...
2022-05-2438 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 9 - Macy (McCartney) Miekstyn - Operations Manager, ProMedica and Russell J. Ebeid Children's HospitalWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I will talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. Today's guest, Macy (McCartney) Miekstyn, an Operations Manager at ProMedica Toledo and Russell J. Ebeid Children's Hospitals, discusses what she did when she encountered failure, how her biology degree led her to where she is today (but it wasn't a direct path), why experience matters, and how people could get an employer to pay for education. Enjoy the sh...
2022-05-2431 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 8 - Emily (Lammers) Hebein - Legislative Assistant, U.S. House of RepresentativesWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I will talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. Today's guest, Emily (Lammers) Hebein, a legislative assistant in the U.S. House of Representatives, talks about the path she took to arrive in Washington D.C. and what it is like to work in the Capitol. Enjoy the show!
2022-05-2426 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 7 - Sydney Jameson - Marketing, Young & LaramoreWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. Today's guest, Sydney Jameson of Young & Laramore, a marketing firm in Indianapolis, is with us to talk about her career journey, so enjoy the show!
2022-05-2438 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 6 - Dustin Drerup, Beastcraft PropsWelcome to Interviewing People, a #careercast where I talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. Today's guest, Dustin Drerup of Beastcraft Animatronic Props, is with us to talk about his career journey. Dustin has an interesting story, so enjoy the show!
2022-05-2459 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 4 - Emilie Bandy, Sesame WorkshopWelcome to Interviewing People, where we will talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. Enjoy the show!
2022-04-2640 minJoust About Careers PodcastEp. 3 - Tori Bookwalter & McClain BrownWelcome to Interviewing People, where we will talk to a variety of people with a focus on how they ended up where they are today, what they learned from their mistakes, and what advice they have for our futures. This episode features Van Buren graduates Tori Bookwalter and McClain Brown talking about their internship experiences as college students. Enjoy the show!
2022-01-1428 min
Keeping Karlsson Fantasy Hockey PodcastShort Shifts - Sens hold/drop, Kadri, Canucks, BrattBen and Lewis start with the Sens cancellations, then cover Perunovich's St. Louis debut. Then it's hot streaks for Kadri and Bratt, and a cold team in Vancouver. Players discussed include Aleksander Barkov, Drake Batherson, Josh Norris, Thomas Chabot, Mike Hoffman, Cayden Primeau, Scott Perunovich, Nazem Kadri, Thatcher Demko, Elias Pettersson, Brock Boeser, Robert Thomas, Jesper Bratt and more! Want to stay up to date on all the latest NHL line combos, starting goalies and fantasy news? Bookmark GameDayLineTweets.com and follow our @GameDayLines, @GameDayGoalies and @GameDayNewsNHL accounts on Twitter to know what you need to know as soon...
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