Career Safari

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Career Safari Podcast

Career Safari is a monthly podcast that features multicultural women having candid conversations about the ups and downs of their career journey. It's ready to disrupt the societal ideas of what it means to be successful and a career woman. Get the information you need to define your own career path, tips on how to navigate different industries and work environments and the inspiration and advice you need to take your own risks. Come #PassTheTorch

  1. 20/10/2023

    The Unusual Circumstances w/ Natalie Poindexter

    SEASON FINALE: Natalie Poindexter (Black-American) passionately pursues more inclusive, authentic leadership and systems - you can call her a disruptor, and she's proud of it! After dedicating part of her career to the healthcare sector, Natalie strategically shifted her focus to assist businesses in their pursuit of funding, with a particular emphasis on grant funding. In this episode we discuss: our new partnership, Net-Do Community; how a serendipitous moment with Mark Cuban opened doors; and teaching people how to maneuver in the grant world.  Join the Career Safari Community for more: www.thecareersafari.com Watch us on YouTube Episode Edited by: Yamini Ranjan

    37 min

  2. 07/09/2023

    Finding Abundance in the Opportunities You Have w/ Amrutha Jindal

    For over 10 years, Amrutha Jindal (Indian-American) has worked on the front lines defending individuals that have been accused of border crimes along the US & Mexico border. While her career started in corporate law, she came to realize that representing corporate clients wasn't why she became a lawyer. She has since dedicated her career to addressing disparities in the legal system. In this episode we discuss: Finding peace and opportunities even when job offers don't work out Not being satisfied in corporate law Life lessons from being a public defender  Episode Edited by: Yamini Ranjan Watch on YouTube Join our community for more: www.thecareersafari.com

    30 min

  3. 08/08/2023

    We Are The Outsiders w/ Dr. Christine Ngaruiya

    In many regards, Dr. Christine Ngaruiya (Kenyan-American), considers herself an outsider. Being born in the US to immigrants - then moving to Kenya and living there as a Kenyan-America. Nevertheless, throughout her life she has been brave enough to make her voice heard. She found a space to channel her voice within the medical research field, exploring topics around noncommunicable diseases. At the time of this recording she was a Director and Associate Professor at Yale School of Medicine. She has now taken on a new role at Stanford University's medical school.  In this episode we discuss:  Being an outsider - being bullied in Kenya and dealing with racism in the US Learning how to create work boundaries  Recognizing her role as a leader and advocate   Watch the full episode on YouTube Episode edited by Yamini Ranjan.

    30 min

  4. 21/06/2023

    Safari of Innovation with Hilla Ovil-Brenner

    Warning: You'll want to take a lot of note this episode.    Hilla Ovil-Brenner (South African-Israeli) started her career journey as a lawyer, but it didn't take her very long to determine that was not the path for her. She then poured her energy into something that she loved - grammar - and founded Whitesmoke, an English grammar checking software. Her company accomplished what few tech startups achieve, it became a publicly traded company. Hilla has since become one of the most influential tech and start up leaders in Israel & the Middle East.( Read the last sentence again.)    In our conversation we discuss the stigma against being a mom and an entrepreneur, how she plans to change the tech landscape and her advice to founders.      Watch Full Episode on YouTube Episode Edited by: Yamini Ranjan Music By: www.epidemicsound.com

    30 min

  5. 01/05/2023

    The Journey Back To Me w/ Amanda Koonjbeharry

    Early in her career, Amanda Koonjbeharry (Guyanese American) found herself in different leadership positions in her home state of Minnesota. As a public servant she led the statewide Super Bowl LII anti-sex trafficking committee. She was then the Director of Public Policy where she co-led several projects on public safety and policing during the aftermath of George Floyd's murder.    In our conversation she reflects on her experience being a young government leader, racial disparities in Minnesota and the weight of being one of a few women of color in leadership.    Watch full episode on YouTube Episode Edited by: Yamini Ranjan Music from: www.epidemicsound.com

    32 min

  6. 13/02/2023

    204. The Light in Times of Darkness w/ Janine Hernandez

    Janine Hernandez's (Colombian American) story is equally about her journey back to herself AND all the amazing work she does as an author and book coach. Not many can say they wrote their first book at 12! Yet while she was making her career dreams happen, she was also faced with one of the darkest moments of her life - finding herself in a relationship with someone that was verbally/emotionally abusive. Then as she left that relationship and healed, her creative spirit reached new heights. In this episode we discuss - the signs of narcissistic abuse, writing her first book at 12 and pushing past the fear of becoming a published author. Watch full episode on YouTube For more information on domestic abuse: www.thehotline.org Episode Edited by: Yamini Ranjan Music from: www.epidemicsound.com

    25 min

  7. 09/01/2023

    203. Hope, My Social Compass with Susan De Toledo Hulley

    Our advice, listen to this episode and ask yourself, "What are you here to teach me?" That's because it doesn't take long for you to recognize the magic of Susan De Toledo Hulley(Brazilian American).  Within a few minutes of talking with her, you feel as if your soul is seen and being cleansed. Throughout her life, her goal has been to learn, connect and share with people. That has been evidenced by her fierce fight for human rights - including protesting the Vietnam war and being part of student led protests in Brazil in the '60s. In this magical conversation we talk about: the importance of having hope, retiring from teaching and starting her healing/therapy practice. She also answers some audience questions: How do we overcome trauma? Episode Edited by Yamini Ranjan Watch the Full Episode on YouTube

    26 min

  8. 22/11/2022

    Think Big w/ Emily Tsitrian

    Before the recent upheaval in the tech sector, we had an all encompassing conversation with Emily Tsitrian (Greek-Armenian American) about the excitement and challenges of being in the tech community. Emily has led several teams at different tech startups. She reflected on her journey by writing, "Make Me the Boss: Surviving as A Millennial Manager in the Corporate World," to help first time managers successfully lead teams. In our chat we discuss our experiences in the tech world - including the obstacles that prevent women and people of color from being hired to the risky decisions hiring managers make. Watch the entire episode: YouTube Episode Edited by: Yamini Ranjan

    26 min
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Career Safari is a monthly podcast that features multicultural women having candid conversations about the ups and downs of their career journey. It's ready to disrupt the societal ideas of what it means to be successful and a career woman. Get the information you need to define your own career path, tips on how to navigate different industries and work environments and the inspiration and advice you need to take your own risks. Come #PassTheTorch

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  • Creator
    Career Safari
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 Career Safari
  • Show Website
    Career Safari

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