3 episodes

At founding_up our goal is to engage with Gen Z about their anxieties, fears, and hopes for the future. We do this on our new podcast: “Un-Charted Your Sidekick for Life,” where we tackle topics such as mental health, the challenges of higher education, and the crucial issues Gen Z faces today: from career decisions to personal identity. Our approach combines expert perspectives with real-life stories, featuring a mix of industry professionals, thought leaders, and genuine Gen Z voices.

Uncharted Your Sidekick for Life Podcast founding_up

    • Society & Culture

At founding_up our goal is to engage with Gen Z about their anxieties, fears, and hopes for the future. We do this on our new podcast: “Un-Charted Your Sidekick for Life,” where we tackle topics such as mental health, the challenges of higher education, and the crucial issues Gen Z faces today: from career decisions to personal identity. Our approach combines expert perspectives with real-life stories, featuring a mix of industry professionals, thought leaders, and genuine Gen Z voices.

    The Power of Networking with Dan Graham Founder of Notley

    The Power of Networking with Dan Graham Founder of Notley

    In this episode of "Uncharted: Your Sidekick for Life," Dan Leon and Natalie are joined by Dan Graham, founder of Notley, a family office with a focus on philanthropic investments. Graham shares his journey from being a student in Austin to becoming a successful entrepreneur and explains why he dedicates himself to mentoring young minds and emerging businesses and his take on the power of networking. 

    The episode features insights from several Gen Z contributors:

    - Kiera discusses the importance of community.

    - Rafaella and Luke debate the necessity of college.

    - Trevor talks about time management and his constant self-reflection on whether he is doing enough.

    - John encourages his peers to keep pushing forward despite facing depression and hopelessness.

    These discussions aim to address the common anxieties, stress, and uncertainties faced by Gen Z students and young adults as they transition through various stages of education and into the workforce, while highlighting the positive impact of mentorship. 

    If you would like to come on as a Gen Z guest visit our website: https://foundingup.com/uncharted_podcast/

    • 1 hr
    Inside Out: Gen Z's Mental Health Journey with Becky Henderson

    Inside Out: Gen Z's Mental Health Journey with Becky Henderson

    Join us for a candid exploration of mental health from the perspective of three Gen Z voices in our debut episode of "Un-Charted Your Sidekick for Life." In this episode, we explore the anxieties, fears, and hopes surrounding mental wellness as experienced by Lola (she/her), Lauren (she/her), and Neelesh (he/him), three authentic voices from Gen Z.



    We'll hear anecdotes from their personal stories, challenges, and triumphs as they navigate the complexities of mental health in today's world. From coping with stress and anxiety to seeking support and finding resilience, their experiences shed light on the struggles and coping mechanisms within their generation.



    But we don't stop there. Our expert guest, Becky Henderson (Gen X, licensed therapist, career coach, motivational speaker, she/her), joins the conversation to provide valuable insights, practical advice and some killer quotes. As a seasoned mental health professional and career coach, Becky offers guidance and strategies to help our Gen Z contributors—and our listeners—navigate their own mental health journeys with confidence and resilience.



    Guiding the conversations with Gen Z is our corespondent Anaïs Schmidt (on the cusp of Gen Z/Millennial, musician, expert in business communications, she/her).



    Guiding the discussion with Becky Henderson are our panel hosts: Dan Dillard (Gen X, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of founding_up, he/him), Dr. Leon Vanstone (Millennial, rocket scientist and co-founder of founding_up, he/him), and Natalie Peyton (Millennial, actor, podcast perso-Natalie, and producer at founding_up, she/her), who bring their expertise and personal perspectives to enrich the conversation. Together, they create a dynamic and insightful dialogue that explores the intersection of mental health, youth culture, and societal pressures.



    Tune in as we uncover the truths, challenges, and triumphs of Gen Z's mental health journey, and discover how we can support each other in building a healthier and more resilient future.



    Don't miss out on this empowering and enlightening episode of "Un-Charted Your Sidekick for Life."



    https://foundingup.com/uncharted_podcast/

    • 1 hr 10 min
    Introducing: Uncharted // Your Sidekick for Life Podcast

    Introducing: Uncharted // Your Sidekick for Life Podcast

    founding_up presents: "Un-Charted //Your Sidekick for Life" Podcast.

    What is Un-Charted?

    Glad you asked...the way we see it, the world is rapidly changing and AI is invasively making its presence known and necessary. Yet other institutions like the government and universities are not adapting quickly enough.

    So, what?

    So, this affects Generation Z. On this show we engage with Gen Z about their anxieties, fears, and hopes for the future. We're going into un-charted territories and carefully crafting a two part podcast to serve as a sidekick for Gen Z. On Un-Charted, Gen Z can express their individual experiences and struggles, so we can highlight the personal aspects of being Gen Z today.

    Segment 1: Gen Z

    Through a series of interviews with Gen Z people, we've compiled clips on each episode we're we tackle topics such as mental health, the challenges of higher education, and the crucial issues Gen Z faces today: from career decisions to personal identity.


    Then comes...

    Segment 2: Mentors
    After understanding the needs and questions from Gen Z we've invited expert perspectives with real-life stories to respond. This segment features a mix of industry professionals, thought leaders, and authentic voices with diverse perspectives to respond to Gen Z's challenges and offer practical advice to help them seize opportunities for growth and fulfillment.


    Un-Charted Your Sidekick for Life Podcast
    by founding_up

    • 1 min

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