Path Found

Monica Argandoña
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Path Found is the podcast for anyone who’s ever asked, “What now?” This show explores the real, messy, and inspiring journeys people take to find fulfilling work—and themselves. From pivots and side hustles to mentorship and major career changes, Path Found reveals what college never taught and counselors never said.

  1. You Are Not Wrong: Trusting Yourself When the World Says Otherwise

    2D AGO

    You Are Not Wrong: Trusting Yourself When the World Says Otherwise

    What happens when the path everyone expects you to take doesn’t feel right—and the one that does feels risky, misunderstood, or “not legitimate enough”? In this episode of Path Found, Monica sits down with Macey McCallion, an equine professional, entrepreneur, and lifelong learner whose journey challenges traditional ideas of success. Macey shares what it was like growing up shy, misunderstood in school, and constantly feeling pressure to pursue a “real job,” despite knowing deep down that working with horses was where she truly belonged. From navigating multiple colleges, self-doubt, and financial uncertainty to discovering Gestalt-based equine work and building a business rooted in intuition, Macey reflects on the turning points that helped her stop conforming and start committing. She talks candidly about imposter syndrome, redefining expertise, learning to listen to the quieter inner voice, and why fulfillment doesn’t come from unicorns and rainbows—but from alignment, growth, and trust. This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt behind, out of place, or torn between what they should do and what they know is right for them. 🎧 Listen to “Path Found Podcast” Real stories of pivots, side quests, and scenic routes that inspire new possibilities. 📅 New episodes drop every Thursday, starting October 2, 2025. 👉 Subscribe & Listen: https://www.youtube.com/@PathFoundPodcast ★ Follow, rate, and share if you’ve ever taken the scenic route. Get Involved: 🌐 See the work we’re doing at Keystone Network - Web: https://keystonenetwork.org 💬 Submit your comments, questions for guests, or suggest new guests you’d love to hear from! 📷Instagram: @pathfoundpodcast

    31 min
  2. When the Plan Breaks: Joon Kim on Serendipity, Second Chances, and Mentorship

    JAN 29

    When the Plan Breaks: Joon Kim on Serendipity, Second Chances, and Mentorship

    Joon Kim’s life looks successful on paper: senior leadership in higher education, decades of mentoring students, and a career built around helping others reach medical and graduate school. But his path there was anything but linear. Born in Seoul, raised across three countries, and shaped by the expectations placed on children of immigrant families, Joon grew up believing there was only one acceptable destination: academic excellence, medical school, and a “perfect life.” When that plan unraveled—culminating in his dismissal from UCLA—everything he thought he knew about success came into question. In this episode of Path Found, Joon shares what it means to fail publicly, to pivot late, and to rebuild without a roadmap. We talk about cultural pressure, being first-generation without knowing the rules, how a setback can become the very thing that prepares you to mentor others, and why life is less like a highway and more like the ocean. This is a powerful conversation for students, parents, educators, and anyone who’s ever wondered what happens when the plan doesn’t work—but something better does. 🎧 Listen to “Path Found Podcast” Real stories of pivots, side quests, and scenic routes that inspire new possibilities. 📅 New episodes drop every Thursday, starting October 2, 2025. 👉 Subscribe & Listen: https://www.youtube.com/@PathFoundPodcast ★ Follow, rate, and share if you’ve ever taken the scenic route. Get Involved: 🌐 See the work we’re doing at Keystone Network - Web: https://keystonenetwork.org 💬 Submit your comments, questions for guests, or suggest new guests you’d love to hear from! 📷Instagram: @pathfoundpodcast

    38 min
  3. Saying Yes Without a Safety Net: Londa Jensen on Curiosity, Collapse, and Reinvention

    JAN 22

    Saying Yes Without a Safety Net: Londa Jensen on Curiosity, Collapse, and Reinvention

    Londa Jensen has lived many lives—often before most people finish their first résumé. From backstage passes at rock shows in high school, to studying Arabic in Cairo, teaching in northern Iraq, leading students across Russia, India, and China, and eventually becoming CEO of a global personal-development company, Londa’s path has never been linear—or safe. In this deeply honest conversation, Londa shares the full story, including the parts many people leave out: career detours, financial pressure, student loans, hitting rock bottom, being arrested and charged with felonies, and rebuilding her sense of self from scratch. What emerges is not a story of perfection—but one of curiosity, resilience, and learning how to trust yourself again. 🎧 Listen to “Path Found Podcast” Real stories of pivots, side quests, and scenic routes that inspire new possibilities. ★ Follow, rate, and share if you’ve ever taken the scenic route. Get Involved: 🌐 See the work we’re doing at Keystone Network - Web: https://keystonenetwork.org 💬 Submit your comments, questions for guests, or suggest new guests you’d love to hear from! 📷Instagram: @pathfoundpodcast 🎧 Listen to “Path Found Podcast” Real stories of pivots, side quests, and scenic routes that inspire new possibilities. 📅 New episodes drop every Thursday, starting October 2, 2025. 👉 Subscribe & Listen: https://www.youtube.com/@PathFoundPodcast ★ Follow, rate, and share if you’ve ever taken the scenic route. Get Involved: 🌐 See the work we’re doing at Keystone Network - Web: https://keystonenetwork.org 💬 Submit your comments, questions for guests, or suggest new guests you’d love to hear from! 📷Instagram: @pathfoundpodcast

    46 min
  4. The Long Game: What 25 Years of Higher Education Reporting Tells Us About College and Careers - Jeffrey Selingo

    JAN 15

    The Long Game: What 25 Years of Higher Education Reporting Tells Us About College and Careers - Jeffrey Selingo

    What if the idea of a “dream school” is shaping college decisions in all the wrong ways? In this episode of Path Found, I sit down with New York Times' bestselling author and journalist Jeffrey Selingo to unpack how students and families navigate one of the most consequential and misunderstood decisions of their lives. Drawing from his books There Is Life After College, Who Gets In and Why, and Dream School, Jeffrey explains why we put too much pressure on picking majors early, how prestige and rankings distort choice, and why most careers are built through skills, adaptability, and relationships rather than linear paths. We talk about the changing early‑career job market, the impact of AI, the importance of mentorship and belonging, and why many less‑selective institutions may actually prepare students better for the real world. This conversation is essential listening for students, parents, educators, and anyone questioning whether the traditional college narrative still serves today’s generation. 🎧 Listen to “Path Found Podcast” Real stories of pivots, side quests, and scenic routes that inspire new possibilities. 📅 New episodes drop every Thursday, starting October 2, 2025. 👉 Subscribe & Listen: https://www.youtube.com/@PathFoundPodcast ★ Follow, rate, and share if you’ve ever taken the scenic route. Get Involved: 🌐 See the work we’re doing at Keystone Network - Web: https://keystonenetwork.org 💬 Submit your comments, questions for guests, or suggest new guests you’d love to hear from! 📷Instagram: @pathfoundpodcast

    48 min
  5. You Deserve Good Things: Kayla Anderson on Curiosity, Reinvention, and Building a Life You Love

    JAN 8

    You Deserve Good Things: Kayla Anderson on Curiosity, Reinvention, and Building a Life You Love

    Kayla Anderson’s story is anything but linear — and that’s the point. From dreaming of becoming a trauma surgeon, to exploring aerospace engineering, to diving into environmental justice, livestreaming, climate communication, and ultimately building her own media company, Kayla’s path is a masterclass in curiosity, reinvention, and choosing what truly fulfills you. In this episode, Kayla opens up about navigating burnout, discovering her creative identity, the power of saying no, and the moment she realized she “deserved good things” simply because she exists. She shares what it took to start her company, Riparian Media, how she built community from scratch after moving to Washington, and why surrounding yourself with the right people changes everything. This is an honest, funny, deeply thoughtful conversation about ambition, anxiety, friendship, entrepreneurship, and finding the kind of life that actually fits you. 🎧 Listen to “Path Found Podcast” Real stories of pivots, side quests, and scenic routes that inspire new possibilities. 📅 New episodes drop every Thursday, starting October 2, 2025. 👉 Subscribe & Listen: https://www.youtube.com/@PathFoundPodcast ★ Follow, rate, and share if you’ve ever taken the scenic route. Get Involved: 🌐 See the work we’re doing at Keystone Network - Web: https://keystonenetwork.org 💬 Submit your comments, questions for guests, or suggest new guests you’d love to hear from! 📷Instagram: @pathfoundpodcast

    40 min
  6. Living with Intention: Careers, Conservation, and Taking Chances

    JAN 1

    Living with Intention: Careers, Conservation, and Taking Chances

    In this episode of Path Found, Monica speaks with Corinne Argano, Executive Director of Greenspace, about choosing fulfillment over certainty. The conversation traces her journey from veterinary ambitions to conservation leadership, highlighting mentorship, transferable skills, and the power of intentional living. 🎧 Listen to “Path Found Podcast” Real stories of pivots, side quests, and scenic routes that inspire new possibilities. 📅 New episodes drop every Thursday, starting October 2, 2025. 👉 Subscribe & Listen: https://www.youtube.com/@PathFoundPodcast ★ Follow, rate, and share if you’ve ever taken the scenic route. Get Involved: 🌐 See the work we’re doing at Keystone Network - Web: https://keystonenetwork.org 💬 Submit your comments, questions for guests, or suggest new guests you’d love to hear from! 📷Instagram: @pathfoundpodcast

    40 min
  7. What the Job Really Is: Lessons from a Life in Environmental Work

    12/25/2025

    What the Job Really Is: Lessons from a Life in Environmental Work

    In this episode of Path Found, Monica sits down with Katie Drexhage, a senior environmental scientist whose career spans federal wildlife regulation, county public works, and California State Parks. Katie traces her path from a sheltered high school student fascinated by insects and biology to a leader managing conservation programs across 20,000 acres of coastline, forests, and public lands. Along the way, she shares what college fieldwork really looks like, how burnout shaped her career decisions, and why understanding why we do the work matters just as much as the work itself. This conversation explores the realities of environmental careers—from permits and regulations to restoration and stewardship—along with practical advice for young professionals navigating competitive job markets. Katie also reflects on mentorship, leadership, and how small moments can completely change how you see your work. If you’re figuring out your path, questioning whether you’re “doing it right,” or wondering what conservation work actually looks like day to day, this episode offers clarity, honesty, and perspective. 🎧 Listen to “Path Found Podcast” Real stories of pivots, side quests, and scenic routes that inspire new possibilities. 📅 New episodes drop every Thursday, starting October 2, 2025. 👉 Subscribe & Listen: https://www.youtube.com/@PathFoundPodcast ★ Follow, rate, and share if you’ve ever taken the scenic route. Get Involved: 🌐 See the work we’re doing at Keystone Network - Web: https://keystonenetwork.org 💬 Submit your comments, questions for guests, or suggest new guests you’d love to hear from! 📷Instagram: @pathfoundpodcast

    26 min
  8. Knowing Your Worth: Vikki Yaller Radow on Work, Grit, and Leadership

    12/18/2025

    Knowing Your Worth: Vikki Yaller Radow on Work, Grit, and Leadership

    This week on Path Found, Monica speaks with Vikki Yaller Radow—a tech leader who built a career by jumping in, speaking up, and tearing down barriers long before diversity in tech was a conversation.  Raised by hardworking parents who never attended college, Vikki began her journey rolling out personal computers at Northrop Grumman. She learned to troubleshoot hardware, embraced early‑era startup chaos, helped build GeoCities and FrontBridge, and ultimately contributed to the technology that would become Microsoft’s Office 365.  Today, she leads the largest business unit at Upland Software, overseeing customer success, engineering teams, and strategic growth.  Vikki shares her three foundational principles: • Find what interests you and what you're good at.   • Work harder than anyone around you.   • Be a positive influence.  She speaks candidly about navigating male‑dominated spaces, building confidence, raising daughters with resilience, and why your worth depends on the rooms you choose to be in.  It’s an inspiring conversation about grit, curiosity, and creating opportunities—especially when none are handed to you. 🎧 Listen to “Path Found Podcast” Real stories of pivots, side quests, and scenic routes that inspire new possibilities. 📅 New episodes drop every Thursday, starting October 2, 2025. 👉 Subscribe & Listen: https://www.youtube.com/@PathFoundPodcast ★ Follow, rate, and share if you’ve ever taken the scenic route. Get Involved: 🌐 See the work we’re doing at Keystone Network - Web: https://keystonenetwork.org 💬 Submit your comments, questions for guests, or suggest new guests you’d love to hear from! 📷Instagram: @pathfoundpodcast

    41 min
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Path Found is the podcast for anyone who’s ever asked, “What now?” This show explores the real, messy, and inspiring journeys people take to find fulfilling work—and themselves. From pivots and side hustles to mentorship and major career changes, Path Found reveals what college never taught and counselors never said.

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  • Creator
    Monica Argandoña
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Path Found
  • Show Website
    Path Found