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NYU Langone Insights on PsychiatryThe Key to Effective Addiction Care | Charles Neighbors, MBA, PhDWhat makes addiction treatment truly effective? Behavioral scientist Charles Neighbors, MBA, PhD, shares groundbreaking research on the importance of therapeutic relationships, harm reduction, and human connection—love!—in treating substance use disorders. Dr. Neighbors is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Population Health, and Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.💡 Topics Covered00:00 Introduction to Dr. Charles Neighbors01:37 The biggest challenges in addiction treatment02:24 The Importance of Therapeutic Relationships05:59 Defining “good treatment” and why love matters08:05 The role of therapeutic alliance in patient outcomes14:06 Barriers to change in addictio...2025-04-0234 min

Study AbroadNYU Stern MBA_ A Comprehensive ReviewLooking to apply for the NYU Stern MBA? Get comprehensive insights on tuition costs, scholarship opportunities, and crucial admission tips to help you stand out. Start your journey towards an MBA at NYU Stern today!2025-03-0630 min

Stern ChatsTaking Classes at Other NYU Grad SchoolsNYU Stern's MBA has a unique offering - any MBA student can take up to 25% of their classes at other graduate school divisions in the NYU ecosystem, allowing for a specialized education tailored to each student's career goals. On this episode, we hear from 3 MBA students who have taken advantage of this program (host Claire Lichtenstein, and guests Anestya Pramana and Miguel Sevidal) as well as Marie-Rose Nduku, Executive Director of Academic Advising and Graduate Financial Aid. Host: Claire Lichtenstein Produced by: Claire Lichtenstein Edited by: Alex Cheung Music by: Jesse Han 2024-11-2739 min

The Touch MBA Admissions Podcast#219 From Military to MBA, Consultant & More with Beau Gresham, NYU Stern MBA '20 - "Find Your Champions"Beau Gresham, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Mastercard and NYU Stern MBA '20, shares his journey as an applicant, student, and alumni of NYU Stern. How did Beau transition from the military to consulting through the MBA? How was the NYU Stern Full-time MBA experience? How did Beau break into mergers & acquisitions consulting at Deloitte, and then land his current job at Mastercard? And how does Beau view the MBA three years after graduating? Topics Introduction (0:00) Beau's Background (4:00) Beau's MBA Application Journey & Lessons: School Selection, GMAT, Career Goals (6:30) MBA Application Resources for Military Veterans (20:30) Beau's #1 Tip: Finding "Champions" (23:30...2024-02-201h 26

Winning MBA Admission Tips with Atul JoseHow to Answer Pick Six NYU Stern MBA Visual EssayTo see examples that we found interesting, Download F1GMAT’s NYU Stern MBA Essay Guide The Pick Six NYU Stern Visual Essay with six IMAGES and a caption for each was part of the application even before Instagram became popular. The question is not a test of your photography skills or your ability to use tools to edit any imperfections in an image.Here are 4 Quick Tips to answer the Pick Six NYU Stern MBA Visual Essay1) The Power of Captions2) Focus on Relationships3) Focus on your Passion4) 1 in...2023-09-0803 min

Stern ChatsNYU Stern Admissions | Pick SixThis week, Charles, discusses the Pick Six prompt in the NYU Stern application with MBA second years, Jane, Wes and Bryan. Our guests discuss how they picked only six photos to introduce themselves to the NYU admission committee. Jane, Wes and Bryan also answer some commonly asked questions from applicants, and recount their own admissions experience. If listeners have more questions, they can reach out to Stern's Graduate Ambassadors at mbaga@stern.nyu.edu - Host: Charles Anyamene Guests: Jane Kennedy, Wes Landreth & Bryan Pfeffer Produced and Edited by: Mark Ryan Music by: Jesse Han 2023-01-1838 min

MBA Insider#167: Unlock Your Leadership Potential with the NYU Stern MBAGetting an MBA is an opportunity to achieve a desired career goal, but it’s also a chance to develop your leadership skills and open yourself up to further development and growth. At NYU Stern, leadership development is a critical component of the MBA experience, from the moment a prospective student applies to their program all the way until after they graduate.During this episode, we spoke with students, alum, and faculty of the NYU Stern School of Business to learn how MBA students can build themselves as a leader both inside and outside of...2022-10-0648 min

Stern ChatsLove at NYU: A Valentine's Day SpecialOn this week's epsiode, Hayley sits down with three stern couples and plays the newlywed game to see how well they really know each other. Tune in to learn about their journeys to find love at NYU! Hosts: Hayley Wilcox Guest: Andrew Kim, Ploymai Siribansop, Qurat Khan, John Benson, Charlotte Kassimir and Josh Forgy Produced by: Hayley Wilcox Edited by: Pj Wyderka Music by: Jesse Han - Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn! @SternChats 2022-02-1633 min

Stern ChatsNicolette Wong: From Southeast Asian Fashion to NYC FinTechThis week, hosts Hayley Wilcox and Mujesira Dudic sit down with Nicolette Wong. Nicolette shares her experience working in fashion journalism while in Singapore. She then discusses her move to NYC and how an MBA helped her pivot to a career in FinTech. - Hosts: Hayley Wilcox, Mujesira Dudic Guest: Nicolette Wong Produced by: Bar Tenenbaum Edited by: Bar Tenenbaum Music by: Jesse Han - Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn! @SternChats 2022-02-0936 min

Stern ChatsVeterans at SternThis week, hosts Matthew Givner and Qurat Khan sit down with 4 veterans at Stern: Nathan Pfaff, Emily Kaelber, Ken Harrison, and Mark Ryan. In this roundtable discussion, these four veterans talk about their experiences in the military and why they ultimately decided to pursue an MBA at Stern. They also debunk common misconceptions about the military and discuss some of the skills that they developed while serving their country. - Hosts: Matthew Givner, Qurat Khan Guests: Kenneth Harrison, Emily Kaelber, Nathan Pfaff, Mark Ryan Produced by: Mark Ryan Edited by: Mark Ryan Music by: Jesse...2022-01-2645 min

Stern ChatsCannabusiness, Part I: Chris Mapson on Working in the Cannabis IndustryLet’s talk cannabusiness – that is, the cannabis business. We’re partnering with the Cannabusiness Club at Stern for a two-episode look at what it’s like to work in the industry. Our guest this week is Chris Mapson, the VP of Marketing at Livwell Enlightened Health, a leading dispensary chain located in Colorado and Michigan. Listen as hosts Matt Givner and Charlotte Kassimir chat with Chris about the benefits and challenges of his role, as well as what MBA students should know if they are interested in the cannabis industry. -Hosts: Matt Givner & Charlotte...2022-01-1239 min

Stern ChatsGrief, and how to cope with it during your MBAIn this episode, hosts Khalil Roman and Hayley Wilcox chat with Sarah Gilson to explore loss, grief and vulnerability. Khalil, Hayley and Sarah create an intimate space where they discuss the aftermath of losing a loved one in their life and how they cope with this loss while pursuing their MBA. -Hosted by: Khalil Roman & Haley WilcoxProduced by: Hayley Wilcox Edited by: Andrew Kim Music by: Jesse HanConnect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn! @SternChats 2022-01-0543 min

Stern ChatsEntrepreneurship at Stern: Part IIThis week, Neeharika and Khalil are joined by David Ko to continue the conversation about entrepreneurship at Stern. David Ko is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ripple Health Group, serves on the Board of Overseers and Technology advisory board, helped launch the Andre Koo Tech MBA Program, and in 2016 established the NYU Stern Venture Fellows program for aspiring entrepreneurs. Listen to the episode to learn more about Stern Venture Fellows and David’s startup experience.-Hosts: Khalil Romain and Neeharika TummalaGuests: David KoProduced by: Mark RyanEdited by: Mark RyanMusic by...2021-12-2954 min

Stern ChatsEntrepreneurship at SternIn this episode, hosts, Khalil Romain and Neeharika Tummala, sit down with MBA students, Arash Asady and Hillary Bush. Leaders in the Stern entrepreneurial community, Hillary and Arash provide a unique tour of the Entrepreneurship & Startup Association and the Stern Venture Fellows Program. Hillary also talks about her experience running her own startup.-Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn! @SternChats -Hosts: Khalil Romain and Neeharika Tummala Guests: Arash Asady and Hillary Bush Produced by: Mark Ryan Edited by: Andrew Kim Music by: Jesse Han 2021-12-2245 min

Stern ChatsManaging Stress in Recruiting & Finals SeasonOn this week’s episode hosts Ashley Jefferson and Mujesira Dudic are joined by Allyson Dhindsa (OCD Career Mentor) and Gordon Fan (founder of NYU Buddhism Club) to share tips and tricks for managing stress during the busy season of recruiting and finals. Enjoy a short, guided meditation at the end! -Hosts: Ashley Jefferson and Mujesira Dudic Guests: Allyson Dhindsa and Gordon Fan Produced by: Samantha Miller Edited by: Su Hawn Chung Music by: Jesse Han 2021-12-0838 min

Stern ChatsPrashant Gandhi: FinTech Unicorn Melio & Simplifying Payments for Small BusinessesThis week's episode features Prashant Gandhi—the Chief Business Officer of Melio, one of the fastest growing FinTech startups in NYC. Recently valued at $4 billion, Melio provides digital payment solutions to small businesses so they can pay and get paid painlessly. Prior to joining Melio, Prashant spent just over 20 years building an illustrious career at Microsoft, McKinsey, and most recently at JPMorgan as Head of Digital Payments. Listen to this episode to get Prashant's thoughts on the world of FinTech, how real time payments can help business owners streamline their processes, and how to build your own successful career in...2021-12-0241 min

Stern Chats[Rebroadcast] Patrick Vardaro: Patriotism, Responsibility, and the Courage to LeadAs we get ready for season 10 of Stern Chats, enjoy one of the most popular episodes from our archives.-[Rebroadcast] Patrick Vardaro, current MBA student and veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, joins us in the studio to discuss his time as an officer in the Army. In a story about leadership and sacrifice, Patrick shares details of the transformation and growth he experienced on his personal and professional journey.-Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn! @SternChats 2021-11-0453 min

Stern ChatsHost Farewell: Highlights, Reflections, and GoodbyesWe say goodbye to this year's hosts and introduce the new Stern Chats logo and sound design. Daniel, Tiffany, Mahum, Lauren, Kathleen, and Melanie look back on a full year of Stern Chats, talk about the show's impact on their Stern experience, share advice for next year's hosts, and extrapolate the lessons learned from being on the show to life more broadly. Thank you for another great year of Stern Chats! We'll be back soon with more amazing stories from the NYU Stern Community. Hosted by: Daniel Yellin, Tiffany Lin, Mahum Jamal, La...2021-05-0443 min

Stern ChatsLisa Leslie: The Realities of Bias and Workplace DiversityThis week, Kathleen and Melanie had a chance to talk with NYU Stern Associate Professor Lisa Leslie. They spoke about her research on diversity in the workplace and how to implement diversity initiatives in the most effective and impactful way possible, including how to deliver an effective message to your organization. Professor Leslie also suggests a surprising place where the money on diversity initiatives may be best spent. Hosted by: Melanie Gonzalez and Kathleen Dillon Produced by: Hayley Wilcox, Bar Tenenbaum, and Daniel Yellin Edited by: PJ Wyderka and Marcin Sko...2021-04-2737 min

Stern ChatsAmanda Villarreal: The Long Journey to the MBAAmanda Villarreal is a first year in the Langone part-time MBA program at NYU Stern. This week, Tiffany and Melanie talked with Amanda about the long and winding path she took to discover that NYU was the right place to continue her education. We at Stern Chats hope that Amanda's non-traditional route, which included stints in politics, non-profit work, admissions consulting, human-centered design, and more, will show that there's no one correct way to get into business school. Hosted by: Tiffany Lin and Melanie Gonzalez Produced by: Daniel Yellin Edited by...2021-04-1344 min

Stern ChatsNyagaka Ongeri: Sustainable Finance, Emerging Markets, and MarathonsThis week, Melanie and Daniel spoke with Nyagaka Ongeri, founder and CEO of Ubora Advisors. Nyagaka talked about his passion for sustainable finance, his work delivering innovative financial solutions to companies in Africa and the Americas, as well as his philosophy on career trajectory, mentorship, and hiring. It was a wonderful conversation that will take listeners around the world, from Israel to New York to Kenya to South Africa. They also talked about Nyagaka's partnership with NYU Stern, including developing a Stern Signature Project as an experiential learning opportunity for current Sternies and hiring Sternies to work at Ubora. 2021-04-0643 min

Stern ChatsCaroline O'Connor: COO of the Miami MarlinsCaroline O'Connor has what many MBA graduates would say is a dream job. She's the Chief Operating Officer of an MLB team, working to grow an organization alongside some of the biggest, most exciting names in baseball. This week, Kathleen and Daniel sat down with Caroline to talk about her journey from investment banking to the Marlins, why she chose to pursue her MBA part-time at Stern, and how the Marlins have been helping the Miami community throughout the pandemic. We also find out Caroline's answer to the always important baseball question: what would your walk-up song b...2021-03-3035 min

Stern ChatsBehind the Scenes: The MBA Podcast ExperienceHave you ever wondered what it's like to work on Stern Chats? In our first ever "Behind the Scenes" episode, Daniel had a chance to sit down with the first-year MBAs on the Stern Chats marketing team, Ariana Dial, Jenny Evensen, and Allison Bradley. Ariana, Jenny, and Allison talked about what drew them to working on the show, the awesome things their team has planned, as well as their vision for what Stern Chats can become. We hope this conversation reveals more about what it's like to work on an MBA podcast and highlights the pa...2021-03-2335 min

Swift Healthcare10. Leading Through COVID & Beyond w/ Geoffrey Hall MBA, MSWIn this episode, we discuss courage and humility as essential for leading through a pandemic and beyond in order to save lives and honor your staff. Geoffrey Hall MBA, MSW has more than 20 years’ experience in Healthcare Administration and earned his MBA in Management and Operations from Walden University, a Master of Social Work from East Carolina University, and a Bachelor of Social Work from Auburn University. Geoffrey joined the Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation Hospital system in October, 2016 and currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer for the Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation Hospital, Edwin Shaw located in Akron, Ohio. Prior to th...2021-03-0936 min

Stern ChatsGal Benron: Twerking, Self-love, and Serial EntrepreneurshipThis week, full time MBA Gal Benron joined Melanie and Lauren to talk about her journey to Stern, how she merged her love of dance and body positivity to start a twerking studio in Israel, and how her fight with cancer inspired her to pursue her passions. Gal is a serial entrepreneur whose most recent business involves consulting for other female entrepreneurs. Hosted by: Melanie Gonzalez and Lauren Marinaro Produced by: Bar Tenenbaum and Daniel Yellin Edited by: Marcin Skok 2021-03-0927 min

Stern ChatsIsabel Sheinman: Solving Global Challenges through EntrepreneurshipThis week on Stern Chats, Daniel and Mahum spoke with current full-time MBA student Isabel Sheinman. Prior to her MBA, Isabel founded and ran NABU, a non-profit that's working to eradicate global illiteracy. Isabel talked about her experience as a first-generation American, what it's like running an organization right out of college, and how keeping an open mind during recruiting helped her find an incredible job for after graduation. Hosted by: Mahum Jamal and Daniel Yellin Produced by: Daniel Yellin Edited by: Marcin Skok 2021-02-2551 min

Stern ChatsValentine's Day Special: Love at NYU SternDid you know that 10% of Sternies marry other Sternies??? In honor of Valentine's Day, this week's episode features three wonderful Stern Couples. Get to know Sanjana Padmanabhan and Krithik Tirupapuliyur, Claire Park and Kidae Hong, and Mariel O'Connell and Sohail Mathur. In the Stern version of the Newlywed Game, we test just how well these couples know each other! Hosted by: Daniel Yellin, Kathleen Dillon and Lauren Marinaro Produced by: Hayley Wilcox and Daniel Yellin Edited by: Su Hawn Chung 2021-02-1619 min

Stern ChatsJeanna Smialek: The NYT Journalist Making the Fed Easy to UnderstandFor our Season Nine kickoff, New York Times journalist Jeanna Smialek speaks with Lauren and Melanie about her work covering the Federal Reserve and what its been like writing her upcoming book on the new era of the central bank. She also talks about why she chose to get her MBA part-time at NYU Stern and just how close we came to economic disaster in March of 2020. Jeanna has a knack for making complex monetary policy simple and we are so glad she joined us to kick off the season! Hosted by: Lauren Marinaro a...2021-02-0943 min

Stern ChatsFran Gormley: A Master Class in Branding and Innovation [From the Vault]In another special "From the Vault" episode, 2020 MBA graduates Andrea Sease and Nica Langinger talk with Fran Gormley. Professor Gormley is an adjunct professor of marketing at NYU Stern and a serial entrepreneur in branding and innovation. In this conversation, Professor Gormley shares how she got her start in branding, the fundamentals today's marketing experts need to know when thinking about brands, and real life examples of how she brings her expertise to the classroom. Hosted by: Andrea Sease and Nica Langinger Produced by: Daniel Yellin, Ashley Jefferson, and Maria Chavez-Hoenes E...2021-02-0235 min

Stern ChatsKirat Anand: Fashion Entrepreneurship and Moving Fast [From the Vault]In this special "From the Vault" episode, 2020 MBA graduates Andrea Sease and Nica Langinger sat down with Kirat Anand. Kirat is a Stern undergraduate alum and sits on the advisory board for the NYU Stern Fashion & Luxury MBA program. Kirat shares his journey into fashion from investment banking, what he believes it takes for a fashion brand to resonate, and how to win over new customers as a young company. This episode was recorded during the 2019-2020 academic year and we're excited to share it with you now. Hosted by: Andrea Sease and Nica L...2021-01-2642 min

Stern ChatsFrancine Mends: Turning Small Talk into Meaningful ConversationsFrancine Mends is an NYU alumna who left a 13-year career in medicine to found Evolving Conversations, a consultancy where she coaches business leaders on how to have better, deeper conversations. This week, Kathleen and Lauren talk with Francine to talk about her decision to leave her career in medicine and how we can all use a scientific approach to improve the quality of the conversations we have every day. With interviews around the corner, we thought hearing from Francine could help many of our listeners as they prepare for important conversations of their own. Francine has p...2020-12-0144 min

Stern ChatsTara Hankinson: Co-Founder of TALEA Beer Co.Tara Hankinson is an NYU Stern alumna and the co-founder of TALEA Beer Co., a woman and veteran-owned beer company based in NYC. This week on Stern Chats, Tiffany and Melanie sit down with Tara to discuss what it's like breaking the glass ceiling in the beer industry, creating a brand name, and how a non-linear career trajectory can help you find your passions.Hosts: Tiffany Lin & Melanie Gonzalez Produced by: Daniel Yellin & Hayley Wilcox Edited by: PJ Wyderka 2020-11-2445 min

Stern ChatsMichael Posner: Human Rights, Rock Stars, and Fixing FacebookProfessor Michael Posner is currently the Co-Director of the Center of Business and Human Rights at NYU Stern. Previously, he served in the Obama administration as the Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. Daniel and Tiffany sat down with Professor Posner to talk about his illustrious career as a lawyer, advocate, and statesman, why he thinks human rights should be a central tenet of a business education, and what to do about Facebook.Hosted by: Daniel Yellin & Tiffany LinProduced by: Daniel Yellin & Galila GrayEdited...2020-11-1856 min

Stern ChatsVeterans Day SpecialIn this special Veterans Day edition of Stern Chats, Kathleen Dillon talks with three of her fellow Stern MBA veterans, Bennett Adams, Natalie Ashbridge, and Asher Eddy. Kathleen, Bennett, Natalie, and Asher have a wide-ranging conversation about their experiences in the military, mental health, civilian support for veterans, and what it's like making the transition to business school. Kathleen, Bennett, Natalie, and Asher are all part of the Fertitta Veterans Program at NYU Stern. Hosted by: Kathleen Dillon Produced by: Daniel Yellin & Kathleen Dillon Edited by: PJ Wyderka 2020-11-1049 min

Stern ChatsMegan Fairchild: Ballet, Broadway, and the MBAMegan Fairchild is a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, spent a year on Broadway, and is also pursuing her MBA part-time at NYU Stern. This week on Stern Chats, Melanie and Mahum spoke with Megan to discuss the intensely competitive world of professional ballet, balancing academics and motherhood while being at the top of her field, and the power of setting small goals. Hosted by: Melanie Gonzalez & Mahum Jamal Produced by: Daniel Yellin Edited by: PJ Wyderka 2020-11-0345 min

Stern ChatsMegan Fairchild: Ballet, Broadway, and the MBAMegan Fairchild is a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, spent a year on Broadway, and is also pursuing her MBA part-time at NYU Stern. This week on Stern Chats, Melanie and Mahum spoke with Megan to discuss the intensely competitive world of professional ballet, balancing academics and motherhood while being at the top of her field, and the power of setting small goals.Hosted by: Melanie Gonzalez & Mahum JamalProduced by: Daniel YellinEdited by: PJ Wyderka 2020-11-0345 min

Stern ChatsAmy Nelson: CEO of Venture for AmericaAmy Nelson is the CEO of Venture for America, a non-profit mobilizing the next generation of entrepreneurs. This week, Kathleen and Daniel (a Venture for America Fellow himself) speak with Amy about the barriers to entrepreneurship, what it's like to take on the CEO role, and choosing a career that indicates your values. Amy also talks about what it was like being the only single mother in her Stern full-time MBA class and why we should push our institutions to be more equitable and inclusive. Hosted by: Daniel Yellin & Kathleen Dillon Produced by...2020-10-2749 min

Stern ChatsAshwin Chandra & Antonella Tellez: COVID and Community with the Student Government Co-PresidentsAshwin Chandra and Antonella Tellez were elected NYU Stern Student Government Co-Presidents a few weeks before COVID hit New York. Since then, their tenure has looked much different than in years past. Ashwin and Antonella stopped by Stern Chats to tell us a little more about themselves, why they're still optimistic about the Stern Community, and what it has been like getting an MBA during the pandemic.Hosted by: Tiffany Lin & Daniel YellinProduced by: Daniel YellinEdited by: PJ Wyderka 2020-10-2042 min

Stern ChatsBen Sperling: From the Classroom to the Boardroom to the Chocolate FactoryWhen Ben Sperling arrived at Stern in 2019, he had already made a mark on the world. He had taught high school math as a Teach for America fellow and then, motivated by what he saw in his school, went on to found a non-profit, Next Generation Men & Women, to help close the opportunity gap for under-resourced students. Daniel and Lauren had the chance to talk with Ben about resiliency in the classroom and in business, the smartest way to grow a fledgling organization, and how an office space can cost as little as a banana and a cup of...2020-10-1345 min

Stern ChatsVanessa O'Brien: Calculating Risk and Holding Guinness World RecordsVanessa O'Brien is in the Guinness World Records book. She holds the fastest time for a woman to complete the Seven Summits challenge and was the first woman to reach both the highest point on Earth (Mt. Everest) and the lowest point (Challenger Deep). She's also an NYU Stern alumna and had a highly successful career in finance before becoming one of the world's most respected adventurers. Vanessa talked to us about the value of calculated risk, patience, preparation, and what comes next when you've already been on top of the world.Hosted by...2020-10-0646 min

Stern ChatsRJ Rushmore: Breaking into the Art World with a Camera and a Single QuestionRJ Rushmore, a second-year MBA at Stern and one of the most creative minds in the current student body, talks to us about his passion for street art, his work as a curator, and why an MBA makes him more valuable to his community. He also shares the one question he asked himself that helped him break into a coveted career in the world of art. RJ's Instagram: @RJRushmore Hosted by: Lauren Marinaro & Mahum Jamal Produced by: Daniel Yellin Edited by: Frank Varrichio 2020-09-2942 min

Stern ChatsHarry Chernoff: Innovating Real Estate in NYC and abroad.Stern Alumnus and Professor Harry Chernoff discusses his adventures in NYC Real Estate from the 1960's to today and how he has turned development projects in Las Vegas and Panama into exciting annual classes for MBA students.Hosts: Steven Avila and Andrew SlotnickProducer: Patrick VardaroTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen, Paul J Wyderka 2020-05-0340 min

Stern ChatsMichelle Bacharach: Founding FINDMINE & Entrepreneurial Perseverance.Stern Alumn, Michelle Bacharach (MBA '12), joins us to talk about starting your own venture: the nuances, the ever-evolving stages of growth, and the bull-headed stubbornness that is required.Hosts: Henry Marsh and Mahaesh JayaramanProducer: Yuting Mao & Richa DeshpandeTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen, Paul J Wyderka and Yulia Podolny 2020-04-2644 min

Stern ChatsMira Dewji: Law, Business, and Teaching.Stern and NYU Law professor Mira Dewji reflects on her multidisciplinary career journey that has led her to become a practicing lawyer, a diversity & inclusion consultant, and a professor.Hosts: Justin Katchis and Steven AvilaProducer: Yulia PodolnyTechnical: Yulia Podolny and Johnathan Fugitt 2020-04-1353 min

Stern ChatsBrian Shimmerlik: Entrepreneur & Shark Tank WinnerNYU Stern Alumn, Brian Shimmerlik joins us to talk about being an entrepreneur, launching his company Vengo and appearing on Shark Tank.Hosts: Devna Shukla and Andrew SlotnickProducer: Naisham JamshidiTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen and Johnathan Fugitt 2020-03-3042 min

Stern ChatsAnat Lechner: The Philosopher's Approach to Organizational ChangeAward-winning NYU professor Anat Lechner joins the podcast to talk about staying close to your dreams, the roots of change, and how leadership begins where certainty ends.Hosts: Alexander Ulyett and Mahaesh JayaramanProducer: Alexa ParsonsTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen and Paul J Wyderka 2020-03-2251 min

Stern ChatsLia Winograd: Founding Pepper, managing MBA & Pepper and following your heart.MBA class of ’19 Stern Alumn, Lia Winograd, Co-founder and CEO of Pepper, joins us in the studio to discuss how she managed her start-up brand Pepper whilst at business school, her curiosity for entrepreneurship and the decision to leave McKinsey to follow her passion.Hosts: Devna Shukla and Andrew SlotnickProducer: Patrick VardaroTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen and Paul J Wyderka 2020-03-0154 min

Stern ChatsRich Fulop: Brooklinen CEO & co-founderNYU Stern Alumn, Rich Fulop, joins us to talk about launching luxury home goods brand Brooklinen.Hosts: Devna Shukla and Andrew SlotnickProducer: Margaret RowleyTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen and Paul J Wyderka 2020-02-2427 min

Stern ChatsDianna Cohen: NYU Alumni, Entrepreneur and DTC expert.NYU alumni, Dianna Cohen joins us to talk about founding her own hair care brand (Crown Affair), creating her own brand agency and what she learnt working at iconic brands such as Into the Gloss, AWAY and Spring.Hosts: Henry Marsh and Mahssa MostajabiProducer: Richa DeshpandeTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen and Paul J Wyderka 2020-02-1655 min

Stern ChatsLiz Elting: MBA, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist.MBA class of '92 Stern Alumn, Liz Elting, Founder of the Elizabeth Elting Foundation and Co-Founder of TransPerfect, joins us in the studio to discuss entrepreneurship, MBAs and her passion to mentor women in business.Hosts: Andrea Sease and Mahaesh JayaramanProducer: Alexa ParsonsTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen and Paul J Wyderka 2020-02-0942 min

Stern ChatsSteve Convery: Adventures in a military career and the value that veterans bring to teams.In this special LIVE episode recording for Vets Week, current MBA2 Steve Convery shares his experience becoming an army pilot and the journey that eventually brought him to NYU Stern.Hosts: Alexander Ulyett and Mahssa MostajabiProducer: Yulia PodolnyTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen and Paul J Wyderka 2019-11-1038 min

Stern ChatsJonathan Herzog: Passion for the Freedom Dividend and policy topics that matter.Jonathan Herzog, Stern alumnus and New York City congressional candidate shares journey from Harvard to NYU to working on Andrew Yang's campaign, along with his perspectives on topics navigating life's turns.Hosts: Nica Langinger and Alexander UlyettProducer: Yulia PodolnyTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen and Yulia Podolny 2019-10-2153 min

Stern ChatsKerry Sulkowicz: The psychology of leadership, vulnerability in the c-suite, and charting your own path.Dr. Kerry Sulkowicz M.D., NYU trained psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and entrepreneur joins us in the studio to discuss his fascinating career as founder and managing principal of the Boswell Group LLC, a consulting firm which advises boards of directors, CEOs, and other executives on complex psychological and systemic underpinnings that impact organizations. In a story about serendipity and self-awareness, Dr. Sulkowicz shares his insights on what makes a CEO tick and his own journey of becoming the leader of a successful organization.Hosts: Devna Shukla and Justin KatchisProducer: Sean AmegadzieTechnical: Daniel...2019-10-1355 min

Stern ChatsAswath Damodaran: Love of teaching, learning from your mistakes and fundamentals of valuation.Acclaimed Stern Professor, Aswath Damodaran, joins us to discuss what has kept him at NYU all these years, important life lessons and why he is the 'Kim Kardashian' of valuation.Hosts: Devna Shukla and Andrew SlotnickProducer: Connie LiuTechnical: Daniel Thoennessen and Paul J Wyderka 2019-10-0836 min

Stern ChatsSeth Dallaire: Seattle, Digital Media, and Being Intentional Seth Dallaire, VP of Global Advertising Sales at Amazon joins us in the studio to discuss his career and his experience at NYU Stern.2019-04-1033 min

Stern ChatsDr. Gary Fraser: MBA Leadership, Community, and the Power in AllyshipDr. Gary Fraser, a self-described “kid from Brooklyn” holds the unique distinction of being Stern’s first student president of the Association of Hispanic and Black Business Students (AHBBS) and Stern’s first Dean for Diversity & Inclusion. In this special NYU Ally Week episode, Dean Fraser discusses his nearly three-decade relationship with NYU Stern and the power of allyship in building community.2019-03-0642 min

Stern ChatsPatrick Vardaro: Patriotism, Responsibility, and the Courage to LeadPatrick Vardaro, current MBA student and veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, joins us in the studio to discuss his time as an officer in the Army. In a story about leadership and sacrifice, Patrick shares details of the transformation and growth he experienced on his personal and professional journey.2019-02-1853 min

Stern ChatsDolly Chugh (Re-Release): Prison Education, Sabbaticals, and "The Person you Mean to Be"NYU Stern Professor Dolly Chugh tells us about her primary research topic, Implicit Bias, her work with the Prison Education program through NYU, and her book "The Person you Mean to Be”. In a story about collaboration and self reflection, Dolly shows us the importance of being self-aware when caring for others.***”NOTE: "The Person You Mean to Be", has been released by HarperCollins and is available for order on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Hudson Booksellers, and many other retailers.2019-02-1852 min

Stern ChatsAndres Cabrera: Mindfulness, Changing Habits, and Connecting with HumanityAndres Cabrera, NYU Stern alumni, joins us in the studio to share his experiences with mindfulness. In a story about understanding who you are and going beyond your biases, Andres shares a powerful story about the humanity we share with others and the importance of forgiveness.2019-02-1834 min

Stern ChatsSonia Marciano: Sock Puppets, ROIC, and Being Your Own EnterpriseSonia Marciano, Clinical Full Professor of Management and Organizations joins us in the studio to talk to us about her nontraditional career path that led her to finding her true passion and to share valuable advice she has for MBA students. In a story about finding purpose, Professor Marciano reminds us of the importance of discovering your strengths and finding happiness at work.2019-02-1856 min

Stern ChatsFrancois Anderson: Staying Focused, The Essence of Montego Bay, and Moving Toward Your GoalsFrancois Anderson, NYU Stern alumni who hails from Montego Bay, Jamaica joins us in the studio to share the story of how his experiences with sports and education led to a move to the United States at a young age. In a story about fearlessness and commitment, Francois teaches us about always remaining true to your values and the importance of giving back to others in your community.2019-02-1839 min

Stern ChatsSonika Malhotra: Taking Small Acts, Sustainable Business, and Love for Beauty and the PlanetSonika Malhotra, Global Brand Director at Unilever and NYU Stern Langone student joins us in the studio to discuss leading the launch of a new sustainable hair and personal care brand called Love Beauty and Planet. In a story about listening to your head and your heart, Sonika shares the fascinating account of how she began her career at Unilever in India and how small acts of love can make a large difference in the world.2019-02-1851 min

Stern ChatsClass of 2020 Launch Week Special: Sarah Rubin and Dhruv SharmaStern Chats welcomes the NYU Stern Class of 2020 in this special two part episode with outgoing student Sarah Rubin and incoming student Dhruv Sharma. In this story, we capture the energy and enthusiasm students have when they arrive and depart Stern and share some valuable insights on how to make the most of the Stern MBA experience.2019-02-1856 min

Stern ChatsJohn A. Byrne: Poets & Quants, Humble Roots, and The Importance of the MBAJohn A. Byrne, Editor and Chairman of C-Change Media, joins us in the studio to discuss how he launched Poets & Quants and the value of business school education. In a story about curiosity, John shares the life-changing experiences that lead him to fall in love with writing and pursue a career in media.2019-02-1856 min

Stern ChatsGraduation Stories - (Part 2)Stern Chats presents graduation stories from some of the MBA students walking across the stage this week. Enjoy these short anecdotes taped with a live audience from a few enthusiastic new Stern Alums.2019-02-1715 min

Stern ChatsGraduation Stories -(Part 1)This episode of the podcast is sponsored by: NYU Stern Office of Career DevelopmentStern Chats presents graduation stories from some of the MBA students walking across the stage this week. Enjoy these short anecdotes taped with a live audience from a few enthusiastic new Stern Alums.2019-02-1722 min

Stern ChatsDean Sundaram: Leading Change, Mathematics, and Falling in Love with New YorkRaghu Sundaram, Dean of the NYU Stern School of Business, tells us about growing up in India and his experience moving to New York City in the 90's. In a story about nimbleness and taking a leap of faith, Dean Sundaram gives insight into his journey through academia, his view on the changing role of business school, and the importance of bringing innovation to higher education.2019-02-1748 min

Stern ChatsPresident Hamilton: Education, Discovery, and Preparing for the Next GenerationPresident Andrew Hamilton, the 16th President of New York University (NYU), joins us in the studio to discuss his career in university administration and his vision for NYU. In a story about connection and community, President Hamilton shares his perspectives on the role of higher education and discusses his commitment to making NYU a transformational institution for students.2019-02-1756 min

Stern ChatsSusan Kornfeld: Entrepreneurship, Sound Waves, and the Beauty of SilenceSusan Kornfeld, second year MBA student at NYU Stern, was born with moderate to severe sensorineural hearing loss in both ears. Over the years, Susan has become an advocate for the hearing loss community and has formed an advocacy and outreach group called Hear Me Out which is focused on fostering a stronger community and support network for those who suffer from hearing loss. In a story about fearlessness, Susan shares a very personal tale about what it's like growing up with hearing loss and how it has influenced her adult life.2019-02-1738 min

Stern ChatsJazmin Cabeza: Special Edition Ally Week EpisodeJazmin Cabeza, first year MBA student at NYU Stern, discusses the importance and meaning of being an ally. In a story about empowering others and speaking up, Jazmin shares her experience of immigrating from Venezuela to the United States at a young age, the trials she has faced, and the growth she has experienced throughout her journey. Listen in to this very special episode produced for NYU Stern Ally Week https://sternallyweek2018.com/.2019-02-1739 min

Stern ChatsIjeamaka Obasi: Chicago Pizza, Black Girls Graduate, and adding a JD to your MBAIjeamaka (Ije) Obasi, NYU JD/MBA Student discusses how she co-founded Black Girls Graduate, an online resource dedicated to improving educational attainment and collegiate graduation rates among black women and providing strategies for career advancement. Originally from Chicago, Ije also delves into her journey applying to higher education programs and her experience as a JD/MBA student. In this story, Ije illustrates how one can combine passion for making a social impact with the private sector and how exploring opportunities that may seem unrelated to your path can shape your career and give you a new perspective.2019-02-1730 min

Stern ChatsJ.G. and Taffi Ayodele: Foldable Flats, African Adventures, and the Thando's Love StoryJ.G. and Taffi Ayodele, founders of an innovative company specializing in African designed products, tell us about their journey to building Thando's, a company that utilizes African artists to help design comfortable, durable shoes. "For the love of the sole," the firm's motto, explains how J.G. and Taffi built a socially impactful organization that allows consumers to connect both with the product and the story. In a twist of fate, we also hear about J.G. and Taffi's own story, one about finding each other, and love...right here at NYU.2019-02-1746 min

Stern ChatsSteven Avila: Cancer Battles, Obama Years, and Living for the FutureFirst year MBA student, Steven Avila, tells us about his experience working in the Obama White House, pounding the pavement for the Hillary Clinton campaign, and overcoming a cancer diagnosis and treatment. In a story about resilience, Steven proves that you can always find positive energy to overcome challenges.2019-02-1746 min

Stern ChatsDevna Shukla: Emmy Awards, Social Media, and The Heart of JournalismFirst year MBA student, Devna Shukla, tells us about her experience working in entertainment and media, what it takes to excel as a journalist, and the documentary that won her an Emmy. In a story about connection, Devna proves that emotional intelligence is highly relevant to executing at the highest level. 2019-02-1742 min

Stern ChatsVeterans Week Special(Re-Release): Chris LarsenOriginally Recorded 11/10/16Chris Larsen: Bullets, Hands, and Warrior MindsetFirst year MBA Student Christopher Larsen talks to us about his time as a Captain and Platoon-Leader in the Army. In an episode about resilience, and overcoming adversity he tells us the story of the battle that forever changed him.2019-02-1724 min

Stern ChatsAdam Scheer: Navy Seals, Veteran's Week, and The Power of Shared ExperienceFirst year MBA student and Veteran, Adam Scheer, tells us about his experiences on Navy Seal Team 5, his dedication to his teammates and the power of shared experience. In a story honoring Veterans Week and the tremendous students and Stern community members who defend our country, Adam shows us that heroism takes many forms.2019-02-1750 min

Stern ChatsDolly Chugh: Prison Education, Sabbaticals, and "The Person you Mean to Be"NYU Stern Professor Dolly Chugh tells us about her primary research topic, Implicit Bias, her work with the Prison Education program through NYU, and her upcoming book "The Person you Mean to Be”.(to be released September 2018) In a story about collaboration and self reflection, Dolly shows us the importance of being self-aware when caring for others.2019-02-1752 min

Stern ChatsJames Kingham: Quaker Values, Karaoke Songs, and Coaching for CareersNYU Stern Administrator and Head of Career Coaching, James Kingham, tells us about his journey into academia, passion for helping students and life outside of the office. In a story about coaching yourself and others to success, James shows us that positivity, proactivity and a succinct 60 second pitch may be three key ingredients to accomplishing your goals.2019-02-1743 min

Stern ChatsEstee Goldschmidt: ShopDrop, Russia, and Finding your own PathNYU Stern Alum and CEO of ShopDrop, Estee Goldschmidt, tell us about: what it takes to start a company, her time growing up in Russia and her unique path in getting to the NYC fashion scene. In a story about staying true to yourself, Estee shows us that focus, will and grit are keys to success.2019-02-1739 min

Stern ChatsDarrick Antell Jr: Race Cars, Start-ups, and Anticipating the CurveFirst year MBA student Darrick Antell Jr. tells us about his time as a race car driver, his entrepreneurial venture “Homer", and what he hopes to learn at NYU Stern. In a story about managing risks, Darrick shows us that sometimes you learn as much most from your failures as you do from your successes.2019-02-1735 min

Stern ChatsJordan Harris: Basketball, IMG, and Adventures in SportsJordan Harris, second year MBA student, tells us about his journey to become a professional basketball player, his adventures abroad, and his work with IMG. In a story about focus and seizing opportunity, Jordan shows us that working hard in your career can bring you to some amazing places.2019-02-1739 min

Stern ChatsNatalie Sammarco: North Korea, Censorship, and The Quest to Learn MandarinNatalie Sammarco, second year MBA student, tells us about a trip to North Korea, the perils of censorship in China and her painstaking journey to become bilingual and master Mandarin as a professional. In a story about curiosity and perseverance, Natalie shows us that asking "why not?" can lead to unimaginable adventure.2019-02-1752 min

Stern ChatsGideon Banner: Monster Trucks, Soft Skills, and being a Blue ManGideon Banner, second year MBA student, tells us about performing with the Blue Man Group, pursuing an MBA and raising a family. In an episode about transformation, Gideon shows us that a little bit of humor, and efficiency, allows you to pursue a multitude of passions.2019-02-1735 min

Stern ChatsSeason 2 - Stern ChatsNew podcast episodes posted starting September 7th. Check out the Live Show, August 25th as an official part of NYU Stern LAUNCH week.2019-02-1702 min

Stern ChatsPeter Henry: Chocolate Factories, Scholarships, and Life after the DeanshipPeter Henry, Dean of NYU Stern School of Business, tells us about growing up in Jamaica and how his roots inform his world view and passion for education. As the 9th and youngest Dean in Stern's history he recounts his pursuit of scholarships for students and lessons learned over his years in academia. In an episode about persistence, connection and making a difference Dean Henry provides a inside look at his legacy and years of leadership.2019-02-171h 03

Stern ChatsGuy Brearey: Sailing, Business and Controlling the ControllablesFirst year MBA student Guy Brearey tells us about growing up in competitive sailing and training with Olympic gold medalists. He reflects on what it takes to win and how the lessons in sport translate to life and business.2019-02-1722 min

Stern ChatsSpecial Edition - Ally Week: Afiya BediakoAlly Week (April 6-13) is meant to promote the practice of "Allyship," as we all seek to work to better understand and stand in solidarity with all groups represented at NYU Stern and in our future professional lives. Our NYU Stern Community seeks to further develop allyship within ourselves and others by creating dialogue that fosters learning and self-improvement and is free of criticism. In a special edition, first year student Afiya Bediako tells as a story of allyship and discusses being an ally at Stern.2019-02-1720 min

Stern ChatsChris Larsen: Bullets, Hands and Warrior MindsetFirst year MBA Student Christopher Larsen talks to us about his time as a Captain and Platoon-Leader in the Army. In an episode about resilience, and overcoming adversity he tells us the story of the battle that forever changed him.2019-02-1724 min

The MBA JamWhat it takes to break into the Forbes ’30 under 30′ | Michael Schwartz from NYU Stern MBA | Ep #44Michael Schwartz has done his MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business, also known as NYU Stern. Michael has got 10+ years of experience ranging from new product development and asset creation to in-market execution and media planning across retail and online. He has worked on iconic global brands such as Axe, Dove Men+Care, Knorr, Amstel and Philips Norelco. He currently works as Brand Director for Amstel at Heineken. Michael has been featured in the prestigious Forbes “30 under 30” list in 2016. Hear what it takes to get into this Forbes list and how Michael's career has progressed and changed...2018-06-1100 min

Stern ChatsIsser Gallogly: Improv Comedy, Interview Techniques, and Seeing "What Could Be"Isser Gallogly, Associate Dean of NYU Stern MBA Admissions, tells us about his journey to becoming Stern's "MBA Gatekeeper," as described by Poets and Quants. In a story about leveraging your EQ, Dean Gallogly explores how we read those around us in order to see potential, where they may not see it themselves. Produced: Naisham Jamshidi Directed: Derek Fein & Naisham Jamshidi Technical: Bob Kerr & Daniel Thoennesson - Send us a tweet: twitter.com/sternchats Check out some photos: www.instagram.com/sternchats/ Send us an email: sternchats@gmail.com 2018-02-1544 min

The Touch MBA Admissions Podcast#129 Breaking into Brand Management (as an MBA)What do MBA applicants need to know about MBA careers in brand management? Darren invites Michael Schwartz, NYU Stern MBA '16, to share his experience working as a marketing and brand manager at companies like Philips, Unilever and Heineken. Michael has worked in marketing and brand management for 10 years – don’t miss his hard-earned insights into the industry! This is Part 5 of our MBA Career Series. Looking for more career-related podcasts? Click here. Questions Michael's background (2:30 ) What do brand managers do? (8:54) Common entry points for MBAs into brand management and indu...2018-02-0747 min

The Touch MBA Admissions Podcast#121 21 MBA Application Questions Answered7 senior MBA Admissions Directors from Berkeley Haas, Cornell Johnson, Virginia Darden, Duke Fuqua, NYU Stern, Michigan Ross, and Yale School of Management came to Vietnam this Fall for an MBA admissions panel. Darren shares the questions asked and lessons learned from the event. Questions GMAT or GRE - does it matter? (5:08) How do schools evaluate undergrad transcripts? (5:39) Should only business students apply for MBAs? (6:32) What does the ideal resume look like? (7:33) What do adcoms want to see in essays? (9:19) Optional essay - should it be used? (11:13) Letter of recommendations - what are b-schools looking...2017-11-1435 min

The Touch MBA Admissions Podcast#94 US Visas: What International MBA Students Need to Know About Working and Staying in the USEmma Fisher, NYU Stern MBA '15, joins the show to discuss what international MBA students must know about working in the US during and after their US MBA. Emma and Darren walk through the common visa path for most international students - from F1 student visa to OPT/CPT to H1B. Emma also shares ways international students can maximize their chances of working in the US post-MBA. About Our Guest Emma Fisher is a Canadian who graduated from NYU Stern MBA in 2015. Emma pursued a US MBA to switch careers from private equity to luxur...2016-10-1954 min

MBA PodcasterGettting Into NYU Stern School of BusinessMBA PodTV host Dilini Fernando takes you behind-the-scenes of NYU Stern School of Business. Learn about NYU Stern's curriculum and specializations. Meet current students and alumni. Get application tips and strategies directly from NYU Stern's Executive Director of Admissions. If you want to get into NYU Stern, you won't want to miss this!2010-08-1010 min