Curious Careers is an podcast designed to inspire teenagers by showcasing interviews with people who have interesting and unusual careers. Hosted by Phoebe Fannin.
The Curious Careers podcast is an excellent resource for teens and young adults who are exploring career options. Hosted by Phoebe, the podcast showcases her articulate nature and diligent research in each episode. Her well-prepared and thoughtful questions make for engaging discussions with guests, providing thorough information that is not only useful for those just starting their career journey but also for young adults looking to explore new opportunities.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is Phoebe's ability to bring out the best in her guests. Through her research, she ensures that she has a deep understanding of their careers, allowing her to ask insightful questions that delve into the details of different professions. This level of preparation enhances the quality of the conversations and provides listeners with valuable insights into various industries.
Furthermore, The Curious Careers podcast stands out for its relevance to both teenagers and young adults. While many podcasts cater exclusively to one age group or another, Phoebe's choice of topics and approachable manner make it enjoyable for listeners of all ages. The information shared goes beyond basic career overviews and delves into the intricacies of different roles, making it a valuable resource for individuals at various stages of their career exploration.
However, like any podcast, The Curious Careers does have some minor drawbacks. One possible improvement could be diversifying the range of guests interviewed. While Phoebe does an excellent job connecting with each guest and exploring their careers thoroughly, having a wider variety could add depth and bring in fresh perspectives on different industries.
In conclusion, The Curious Careers podcast is a highly recommended resource for anyone interested in learning more about potential career paths. Phoebe's dedication to research and articulate nature shines through in each episode, creating an engaging listening experience. Whether you're a teenager just starting to consider your options or a young adult looking to switch careers, this podcast offers valuable insights that will guide you through your decision-making process. Keep up the great work, Phoebe – I can't wait to hear what you have in store for future episodes!
In this special bonus episode, the City of Zachary's Planning and Zoning director Bryant Dixon sheds light on the world of urban planning. You'll hear about his day-to-day duties, his path to urban planning, and even some of what's coming to Zachary. Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
Joining this episode of Curious Careers is Jeff Hoppes, Vice President for Communication at National Academic Quiz Tournaments. He discusses what that means, what he does on a daily basis, and gives interesting, behind-the-scenes insights into the world of academic competition. Plus: What is the best way to get better at Quiz Bowl? Link for information on becoming a question writer for NAQT: https://www.naqt.com/jobs/ Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
On this bonus episode of Curious Careers, Celine Perry discusses her career as a horse trainer and instructer. You'll learn about how she got into this interesting field, what she does on an average day, and about careers for people interested in animals! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
On this final episode of Season 2, I talk to Hillar Moore, Baton Rouge's long-time district attorney. You'll learn about trials, crime, problems, solutions, and what the district attorney's office does. Spoiler alert- they do a lot. Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
As multiple guests have discussed, the key to attening any "Curious Career" is getting practical experiance. On that topic, Blake Winchell from the Louisiana State University Career Center joins the podcast to discuss all things internships. When should you get an internship? How is it different than a part-time job? Why do companies have interns in the first place? And what's the deal with unpaid internships? Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
For the third episode of season two, Miriam Thor joins the podcast to talk about her facinating career as an American Sign Language interpreter. You'll learn how she got started, what the unique challenges of her job are, and what you didn't know you didn't know about ASL! Plus: How ASL has influenced her writing! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
Lydia Blackmore joins the podcast to discuss her work as the curator of decorative arts at The Historic New Orleans Collection. We dicuss what that means, what she does, and why it matters. Learn more about The Historic New Orleans Collection here! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
Season Two starts out with an interview with Dr. Janice Bossart, a professor of biology at Southeastern Louisiana University. Listen to learn what she's discovered about the bees and the butterflies! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
It's time for Season Two of Curious Careers! This season features more epic interviews where interesting people with curious careers share their thoughts, advice, and stories. Full episodes starting next week! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
What motivates a person to uproot their life, move to a foreign country, and start a nonprofit? How do you start nonprofit? How do are they different from businesses? On this episode, Megan Boudreaux joins the podcast to answer these questions and more! Check out Respire Haiti's website here. Thanks to David Gaines for the music and Emily Wedblad for the coverart! Follow Curious Careers on Instagram and FaceBook @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
Today, Joanna Chia joins the podcast to discuss art, calligraphy, running a business, and her fasicinating pivoit to all of it. Get ready to be amazed. Check out Joanna's work here! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
On the second part of my conversation with Sarah Isgur, we tackle some tough questions about her field. How does she reconcile her personal opinions with the opinions of the people she's working for when they disagree? Are all politicians narcissists, and if so, what's the point of working in politics? Check out The Dispatch and Sarah's podcast, Advisory Opinions! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast, and follow Sarah on Twitter @whignewtons!
Guest Sarah Isgur joins the podcast to talk about how she "learned the language" of media, politics, and law. We discussed her story, which includes law school, a clerkship, and the class scheduling mishap that got her started! Check out The Dispatch and Sarah's podcast, Advisory Opinions! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
Amy Crawford joins Curious Careers to discuss marketing in general, and also her job as account manager for the marketing firm Rockit Science. We had a fun conversation about the ins and outs of this creative job! Check out Rockit Science's website! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
For the 5th episode of Curious Careers, Jeffrey Kirkland joins the podcast to discuss what it's like to be the personal assistant and event coordinator for Ruta Sepetys. He shared great stories, widely applicable advice, and of course, great information for anyone interested in a becoming a personal assistant or event coordinator. Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
Stories are all around us, and no one knows this better than today's guest, librarian and storyteller Shannan Hicks. She joins the podcast today to discuss what she does as a storyteller, how to become one, and how to tell a story. Plus: What should we be reading? Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
On this episode, I speak with Lieutenant Colonel Michael Barron about his career in aviation, both in the military and as a commercial pilot. Listen to hear how this exciting career works, and how to get started if you're interested! Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
On this episode of Curious Careers, I interview Mr. Nathan Bland on his exciting career as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer. Mr. Bland tells us about his global adventures, plus what you need to know if you're interested in a career with the Foreign Service. Check out State Department Exchange Programs here, and find more career informaton, including the 13 dimensions, at https://careers.state.gov. Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
In the first epidsode of Curious Careers, I'm talking to skydiving instructor Dr Jonathan Hess. Listen to hear everything you didn't know you wanted to know about skydiving and skydiving careers, from an unexpected expert. You can find the United States Parachute Association's Drop Zone locater here. Thanks to Emily Wedblad for the cover art, and David Gaines for the music! Follow us on FaceBook and Instagram @TheCuriousCareersPodcast
Welcome to Curious Careers! In this podcast, I interview interesting people with careers you might not have considered- from a diplomat to a skydiving instructor. I talk with each guest about what they do, how they came to be doing it, and advice they would give to a teenager interested in heading down that career path.
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