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Sports Illustrated WeeklyWho Owns Your Favorite Club?Who's to blame when your favorite soccer team sucks? It's probably not the players or the manager...it's the mysterious millionaires and billionaires who fund the clubs we love. Producer Jordan Rizzieri asks soccer journalists from around the world Luis Miguel Echegaray, Matt Ford, and Justin Salhani what ownership means in different leagues and is there anything fans can do to be heard. Follow @podcasts_si | @JohnGonzalezSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-09-1224 minSports Illustrated WeeklyWomen Just Changed Soccer ForeverDuring this breakout summer for women's soccer, the excitement wasn't limited to traditional hotbeds, in fact, tournaments were held on every inhabited continent. Producer Jordan Rizzieri traveled to England for the 2022 European Women's Football Championship which ended with the hosts defeating Germany 2-1 in the final. What she saw in the cradle of soccer felt like nothing short of a turning point for the beautiful game. Follow @podcasts_si | @JordanRizzieriSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-08-0112 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkCommunity - The Life and Career of Writer, Producer, and Journalist, Justin SalhaniThis week, our final guest of season 1, Justin Salhani, chats with Jordan Rizzieri about his life and career.Right from the start, Justin has Jordan wondering why some kids want to be certain things when they grow up, even if that thing doesn't align with their values as adults (1:46). He also shared how growing up in the D.C. area in the early 90's influenced his ideas of what "work" was (5:34), and how his parents shaped him both personally and professionally.Justin touches on his relationship with learning (13:37) before Jordan goes on a diatribe about...2022-05-1959 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkAction - The Life and Career of Podcaster, Magazine & Clothes Label Owner, and Club Promoter, Stu WhiffenThis week, Stu Whiffen, the man of many jobs, chats with Jordan Rizzieri about his life and career.Stu kicks us off with a discuss about how music was always important to him (1:38), and how his father's relationship with work inspired him as he got older (2:44). His parents did encourage him to get a qualification so he had something to fall back on (7:29).He goes on to explain how he "stumbled" into his career path by way of the college he attended to study mechanics (10:18). Eventually, he found his way into club promotion, doing it...2022-05-1745 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkChoice - The Life and Career of Group Managing Director Rachel CaggianoThis week, Group Managing Director Rachel Caggiano chats with Jordan Rizzieri about her life and career.Rachel doesn't have a strong memory of what she wanted to be when she was young, which she attributes partially to her deeply religious upbringing (1:32). But she did love school as a kid (3:13), and she now views others in the world with an empathy she felt was lacking from her religious education (5:19).After college, she moved to D.C. to do some writing that involved a new thing called "The Internet" (8:00). But the job did take up most of...2022-05-1048 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkBravery - The Life and Career of Storyteller, Voice Over Artist, Broadcaster and Media Coach, Diane RobertsThis week, voice over artist, broadcaster and media coach Diane Roberts chats with Jordan Rizzieri about her life and career.Diane originally wanted to be a veterinarian, but eventually started daydreaming of being on broadway (1:35) before eventually falling in love with broadcasting (4:00). Her parents put a lot of emphasis on education (4:24) and it was actually in high school that she got her start in broadcasting (9:19). Diane shares what it was like to take a position in Des Moines, IA, a much less diverse community than where she'd come from (14:55) and discusses the mentorship she's received...2022-05-0352 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkPassion - The Life and Career of Host and Podcast Producer, Matt RichardsThis week, host and podcast producer Matt Richards joins Jordan Rizzieri to talk about his life and career.Matt shares that he moved around a lot when he was young (2:23) and that the UK school system didn't hold his attention for long (5:20). He left school and got into retail (7:39) until someone's backhanded compliment lit a fire under him to try presenting (12:49).When it comes to long-term goals, Matt calls himself "the most ambitious, un-ambitious person (19:30) even though he does have some dreams about what he hopes his future holds (22:22).Jordan asks him to explain his current p...2022-04-2646 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkReflection - The Life and Career of Brand and Communications Strategist, Gia BagherpourThis week, brand and communications strategist Gia Bagherpour joins Jordan Rizzieri to talk about her life and career.Gia discuss how her Dad influenced her first career desires (1:46) and how a school assignment ignited her desire for marketing (2:45). She reminisces about the diversity of attending the University of Johannesburg (4:13) and what her marketing program was like. She followed up her undergraduate degree with an ad school program (8:21) and her internship there led to her first job (11:27). They discuss mentorship (13:00), what drove her as a young person (17:14), and refilling her creative well (21:44).Eventually she and her husband left...2022-04-1946 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkA Re-Introduction to the PodcastJordan Rizzieri is back to have a quick chat with her producing partner, Jeremy Steinkamp, to catch everyone up on all the changes that turned "I Never Told You What I Do For A Living" into "Don't Talk to Me About Work"!They cover why Jordan started the podcast in the first place (0:30), why she decided to stop (2:04), and why she decided to start again (4:07). Jeremy introduces himself to the listeners (5:09) and they discuss their shared love of radio and audio (6:16) and why Jordan wanted to work with Jeremy (7:53).Some of the changes for this new season...2022-04-1220 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkThe TeaserThe Lady J may not have ever told you what she does for a living, but Jordan Rizzieri is back to talk about everything - well, almost everything. New episodes of Don't Talk to Me About Work are coming soon, so be sure to follow us on Twitter and subscribe to our feed on your favorite podcast platform. You can also follow Jordan on Twitter and Instagram!2022-03-2901 min
First Time For Everything#007: First time I felt like a scientist w/ Lindsay HaysIt's episode seven and it's the last episode of the first season of First Time For Everything! Adam and Jordan are joined by Astrobiologist Lindsay Hayes who tells us about the first time she felt like a scientist! Lindsay is a truly fascinating guest who shares a record number of firsts with us in this wondeful climax to our first ever season. We'll be back in the new year with more exciting guests!Full episode notes to follow once Jordan is no longer on another plane!Be sure to follow and subscribe wherever...2021-10-2151 min
First Time For Everything#006: First time I went abroad to interview a band w/ Sam CoareAdam and Jordan are back for episode six of First Time for Everything and are joined by former Editor of Kerrang, and newly appointed Managing Director of Alternative Press, Sam Coare! Sam has spent years listening to, writing about, watching and hanging out with musicians, which as you would expect has equipped him with some wonderful stories. Starting with the first time he went abroad to interview a band, Sam regales us with a number of adventures across the globe with heavyweights of the rock music scene. Luckily for us, what happens on tour doesn't always have to stay...2021-10-1457 min
First Time For Everything#005: First time I got drunk w/ Poppy HillsteadAdam and Jordan have reached episode five of First Time for Everything! (0:25) This week, they’re joined by guest Poppy Hillstead. (2:25) Adam kicks off the interview with Poppy discussing the first time they got drunk and explaining how the cultural differences might impact their stories. (4:25) Turns out Poppy’s first time getting drunk involved The Matrix on DVD, (6:52) and that Jordan’s experience was, indeed, VERY different. (11:15) Poppy also shares an experience on a ferry headed to Amsterdam, (12:48) before Adam chimes in with how his first time corresponds to when his parents started going away leaving him home alone. (14:20) Poppy...2021-10-071h 00
First Time For Everything#004: First time I made a podcast w/ Sangeeta PillaiAdam and Jordan bring you episode four of First Time For Everything! (0:25) They introduce their guest this week, Sangeeta Pillai. (2:48) Sangeeta kicks off talking about the first time she made a podcast - which she didn’t even know what one was at first! (3:50) She discusses hosting and how she refills her well to create a safe space for her guests to be vulnerable. (6:21) Happenstance played a role in how Sangeeta ended up starting her podcast, (8:45) and the role that the Spotify Sound Up competition played in her journey. (11:24) But once she won the competition, how much help did Sa...2021-09-3055 min
First Time For Everything#003: First time I went on a plane w/ Rich WilsonAdam and Jordan return with episode three of First Time For Everything! (0:25) They discuss how wonderful it was to chat with Jamie Coletta last week (1:14) and then they introduce this week’s hilarious guest, Rich Wilson. (2:40) Rich spoke this week about the first time he was on a plane. (4:16) Adam and Rich contemplate if anything else quite combines the particular exhileration and horror that we get from flying (8:55) before Jordan explains how she copes with her flying anxiety. (11:20) Rich pontificates on landing and how no one explains the sensation of hitting the ground, (14:08) and how no matter how many ti...2021-09-2359 min
First Time For Everything#002: First time I started a business w/ Jamie Coletta[WARNING: there are some chewing sounds from Adam’s weekly challenge from 54:45 - 55:27 and 56:27 - 56:45] Adam and Jordan are back with episode two of First Time For Everything! (0:25) They reflect on last week’s episode with Scroobius Pip (1:10) before introducing their guest this week, Jamie Coletta who talks about the first time she started her own business. (2:30) The interview starts off with an introduction to when Jamie got into the music business and a trip down emo-music memory lane. (3:10) Jamie then explains how she ended up striking out on her own (11:22) and then her and Adam wax p...2021-09-161h 02
First Time For Everything#001: First time I used a stage name w/ Scroobius PipAdam and Jordan introduce you to themselves and their new show, First Time For Everything! (0:25) Then, they introduce their first ever guest, Scroobius Pip who talks about the first time he used a stage name. (4:02) They kick off by discussing if people assume Scroobius Pip is his real name (5:00), and the first time he used it - which had nothing to do with music! (6:53) Then, they delve into where the name “Scroobius Pip” actually comes from, poetry fans rejoice! (10:30) Pip shares how it was the first time he used the name while performing (17:20) and what his plan was when he s...2021-09-091h 01
First Time For Everything#000: First Time For Everything TrailerDo you remember the first time you put out an episode of your podcast? We do, BECAUSE WE JUST DID IT! Well, maybe not a full episode but the trailer counts right?Join hosts Adam & Jordan as they tell you what to expect from their brand new podcast First Time For Everything, including clips from chats with Scroobius Pip, Lindsay Hays, Rich Wilson, Poppy Hillstead, Sangeeta Pillai and Jamie Coletta.Be sure to follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you can be the FIRST to know when episode one is...2021-09-0702 min
Pod Bible PodcastBonus Episode: A Message From Pod BibleWelcome to the Pod Bible Podcast!A very special and timely bonus episode for you, the first and surely not the last.For this one, we are joined by one of the original Pod Bible crew Scroobius Pip, who is joined by recent and awesome crew member Jordan Rizzieri. This was a chat originally from Instagram Live, intended to be a short shout about the Pod Bible pledge which you can find linked to below - but the conversation stretched out organically and worked out perfectly as a bonus so here it is for your...2020-06-1239 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkKatey, The Wrestler - Episode 033This week, J gives into the one topic that comes up more than anything work-related on these shows - wrestling. But that's not REALLY what this episode is about. Irish wrestler and personal trainer Katey Harvey joins J to discuss shift work vs. salaried work, how Ireland is handling the coronavirus, and what it's like to have use of your arms during lockdown.PHOTO CREDIT: John Morrissey, @whiplashJ on Twitter2020-05-2756 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkRyan, The Mixer - Episode 031The Lady J is back for another sprint of podcast discussions about work, careers, education, and how people feel about how they make money and support themselves. Today's chat is with Ryan, a marketer and DJ out of the Pacific Northwest - this is a fun chat about finding things that are important to you, and how to keep your work self and real life self separate.2020-05-1355 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkKefin, The Polymath - Episode 030The Lady J takes a tour of the career and working life of Kefin Mahon, podcaster, presenter, cat fence academic, and much more. Kefin and J discuss more than just his past jobs, but also the life of a freelancer, how work takes a toll on our mental health, and how we can all support one another.2020-04-231h 05
Don't Talk To Me About WorkJohn, The Comedian - Episode 029The Lady J is taken on a journey. It's not just any journey. It is a journey that begins in a far away land called Australia and traverses the globe with an exciting and excitable companion called Mr. John Robertson. Hold on to your butts, friends, and choose wisely where you head next.2020-04-151h 02
Don't Talk To Me About WorkDamian, The Listener - Episode 028The Lady J chatted with Damian, a fellow podcaster and broadcaster with a background in psychology and marketing. They journey together through Damian's work life and career, the trials and tribulations, and how he came to make the decisions that would carve his path. Don't miss this one!2020-04-081h 01
Don't Talk To Me About WorkMeg, The Journalist - Episode 027A few weeks back, The Lady J was joined by Meg Fair to talk about Meg's experiences as a freelance journalist. Their positive attitude and gratitude created the perfect episode to help remind us all what we have to be thankful for during stressful, scary times. Take a break from the never ending news cycle and get a little PMA with Meg!2020-04-011h 06
Don't Talk To Me About WorkAlexis, The Blossomer - Episode 026The Lady J's guest this week is Alexis, who is an underwriter in Tampa, Florida. Alexis has a powerful story about finding an employer who could support her through one of life's greatest struggles, and how she found the strength to overcome her own self-doubt and achieve new things. This is a good one, y'all.2020-03-2556 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkCloé, The Pathfinder - Episode 025The Lady J is back after a week away to discuss graphic design, education, friendships, health, and so much more with Cloé. J's guest from the U.K. talks traveling to and from jobs, a support system that knows you better than you know yourself, and when your body makes you change how you view work in general. Don't miss this fantastic chat!2020-03-181h 01
Don't Talk To Me About WorkHenry, The Appreciator - Episode 024The Lady J is joined this week by Henry, who teaches a master class in both expressing gratitude and overcoming fears in order to further your career. Looks like a balance between the two breeds harmony, but so does falling somewhere between The Metropolitan Museum of Art and current NXT North American Champion Keith Lee. You simply MUST tune in to this one!2020-03-0458 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkAyesha, The Broadcaster - Episode 023The Lady J spoke with Ayesha, an esports broadcaster to discuss her journey to working behind the scenes producing live esports events. They chat freelance work, being open about what you're getting paid, and whether esports may one day see their industry unionize.2020-02-261h 04
Don't Talk To Me About WorkAdam, The Freelancer - Episode 022This week The Lady J is joined by Adam Richardson to talk graphic design, freelancing, podcasting, Riptide Wrestling, and so much more. Adam discusses his family's role in his career, his school days, and how he transitioned from doing work for free to being paid what he deserves. Don't miss a very fun and honest episode of the podcast!2020-02-191h 15Don't Talk To Me About WorkAnthony, The Altruist - Episode 021The Lady J shares a chat this week with her friend Anthony, who currently works for the NHS in Southampton. Anthony shares his beliefs, his background, his time abroad in Germany, and how his family - in particular, his wonderful wife Emily and their son - have shaped his world view.2020-02-121h 04Don't Talk To Me About WorkNeal, The Poet - Episode 020The Lady J is joined this week by spoken word poet Neal Pike, recently off the tour of his first show "Five Years". Neal discusses how he became a poet, the inspiration for "Five Years" and where his work is taking him next! Check him out at nealpikeprojects.co.uk2020-02-0553 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkMat, The Gentleman - Episode 019This week's guest is Mat Ricardo, variety artist, writer, and all around wonderful human. Mat and The Lady J discuss performance, caskets, wrestling, diversity, identity and just basically a whole blooming' lot. This is a deep one, so buckle up, kids!2020-01-291h 00Don't Talk To Me About WorkMeg, The Selector - Episode 018Today's episode features a chat with Meg, who tells Lady J all about her career trajectory - running the gamut from her grandfather's shop fixing set props to her current position as an usher at the Old Bailey in London.2020-01-221h 08
Don't Talk To Me About WorkWhitney, The Pragmatist - Episode 017This week, The Lady J is joined by Whitney and the two get chatting about education, the concept of deciding what you want to be when you grow up, and relationships with coworkers outside of the office. It's a different chat to many of the previous episodes (and the two battle with technology a bit) but it's a great one!2020-01-151h 00Don't Talk To Me About WorkJess, The Nomad - Episode 0162020 is off to a great start! The Lady J is joined by Jess and the two head off to Baltimore to have a bit of an adventure while discussing work, school, music, food, and much more! Tune in to hear whether or not the hollandaise sauce with their breakfast was lemony enough.2020-01-0853 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkSarah, The Writer - Episode 015The Lady J's final guest for the year is Sarah Kurchak, a self-described "writer of earnest op-eds, idiosyncratic culture bits, and a self-effacing memoir." Sarah openly discusses her career, her lifelong dream to be a writer, how she received her autism diagnosis later in life, and how all of these things set her on the path to writing her forth-coming first book! Find Sarah on Twitter @fodderfigure!2019-12-1852 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkSeren, The Searcher - Episode 014Seren joins the Lady J to chat about her career in public health, her education, and how what she's doing now relates to what she wanted to originally go to school for. They cover a lot of important topics like work/life balance, turning your passion into a career, and the pressure on young people to make life-altering decisions. Check it out!2019-12-1158 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkBill, The Questioner - Episode 013The Lady J is joined by her friend Bill to discuss his work as a Graphic Designer, but also not being prepared to be an adult, whether or not he wants to do "this" for the rest of his life, and so much more. Bill expresses some frustrations and poses some questions that J thinks a lot of us have felt or are feeling. Tune in and see if you feel the same!2019-12-041h 00
Don't Talk To Me About WorkJustine, The Self-Starter, Episode 012Justine and The Lady J have a chat about her career in marketing and gaming. She talks openly about being a woman in start-up culture, being mentored and becoming a mentor, moving to a new country, and so much more. Make sure you check out her art on Twitter/Instagram @PastaSauca!2019-11-271h 35
Don't Talk To Me About WorkKaity Davie, The Lifer - Episode 011Buckle up, odds and ends, because Kaity and The Lady J are going on a journey. One of J's best friends joins J to tell her own story of getting into the music business, being passionate about her work, seeking balance, mental health, the Millennium Falcon, and much more. You don't want to miss a minute of this extended episode!2019-11-201h 34
Don't Talk To Me About WorkBea, The Chameleon - Episode 010Bea and The Lady J meander through her career trajectory, chatting about her creativity, self-confidence, and sex work. The two touch on topics of workers' rights, tattoos, continuing education, being from The North (in the U.K.), and even give a shout out to wrestler Britt Baker! Don't forget to check out all she's up to by following Bea on her social media: @itsbeadux2019-11-131h 02Don't Talk To Me About WorkErin, The Balancer - Episode 009Erin and Lady J have an amazing chat about books, politics, wrestling, staying at jobs, social commentary, tattoos, twitter - you name it, it's in here. Much gratitude to Erin for not only coming on for a chat, but for being very open and forthcoming about her feelings on her last job, and how she has managed to strike a balance with her new job.2019-10-301h 12Don't Talk To Me About WorkStella, The Doer - Episode 008Lady J is joined by Stella Cheeks, mover, shaker, and all-around creator, lady in flux, who shares a lot of powerful thoughts. Many thanks to her for getting real on the podcast, especially after losing her wonderful fur baby just a few days earlier. Be sure to reach out with love for Stella on her socials - we are sure you're all going to have a lot of thoughts on this one! [Also WARNING: this episode contains many f-words.]2019-10-231h 09Don't Talk To Me About WorkThe First Recap - Episode 007Just enough time for a quick recap - The Lady J spends a few minutes going through the episodes so far, discussing what we are learning and have taken away from each conversation. She also spends a little time discussing where she'd like the podcast to go next and what she's hoping to focus on. Don't forget to share YOUR ideas and insights, too!2019-10-1630 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkAdam, The Reunion Planner - Episode 006Episode 6 features a conversation with The Lady J's friend Adam who works with the Alumni Association at Harvard University to plan class reunions. They talk about how he discovered his calling, how his theater training helps him put on "a show with no rehearsals", and what we can all learn from the classes of the past.2019-10-0959 min
Don't Talk To Me About WorkMiss Mary Lou, The Voice Actor - Episode 005Welcome to episode 5 where The Lady J had a delightful chat with her friend Miss Mary Lou! Mary is currently the host of a YouTube channel, Tea Time with Mary, and a podcast called PositiviTea! The two chat about how she became a content creator, but also how she has built a sense of community, and what she hopes the projects she shares are giving to her audience. It's a wonderful - and silly - sit down!2019-10-021h 14Don't Talk To Me About WorkMike, The Carer, Pt.2 - Episode 004Thanks for checking out part 2 of The Lady J's interview with Mike, a carer/caregiver! They spend this half of the conversation talking a bit about professional care versus family care, the Dignity in Dying bill in the UK, comparing US and UK care practices and much more! They are also briefly joined by a tiny bird and at the end, well...who knows what happened.2019-09-2544 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkMike, The Carer, Pt.1 - Episode 003The Lady J is joined this week by her good friend Mike who is a carer (or caregiver, for my American listeners) in the U.K. In the first half of their chat, Mike and J discuss how he got into caregiving, what helped him to realize that he had a knack for it, and even a bit about the award he won last year. Part 2 comes next week!2019-09-1843 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkKristine, The Vocalist - Episode 002For episode 2, The Lady J's guest is her longtime friend Kristine who talks about her career path to becoming a vocalist. They talk firetrucks, jazz, world travel, and the path less traveled. Plus - yes, she even gives us a taste of her talents! Learn all about this powerhouse singer and how her talents brought her to D.C.2019-09-1148 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkCourtney Rose, The Librarian - Episode 001It's debut episode time! The Lady J is joined by her very first guest and previous podcast partner, Courtney Rose, to discuss her path to becoming a Librarian. They chat about being a pirate, her lack of hand-eye coordination, and what schools really need to teach in librarianship courses. Learn more about what drives this tiny powerhouse of a human - and stick around to the end for some quality book recommendations!2019-09-0458 minDon't Talk To Me About WorkTeaser - Ep. 000Did you miss her? Well, she missed YOU. The Lady J missed being more than just a person who goes to work and heads home to binge watch things on streaming services. She missed having a creative outlet and something she was passionate about in her life. She missed being more than her job, so she sat down with some friends to talk about the thing everyone needs but loves to hate on - their work.2019-08-2602 min