Preservica RG 009.02 Alumni Engagement
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Season 07, 2023-08-25 - 2023-11-16
A podcast series by the Emerson College Alumni Association with Emerson alumni about how they are succeeding in building careers in different industries.
Episode 01: Seth Adam ‘08 on Making it as a Diplomat, 2023-09-02
Seth Adam is no stranger to career moves. After getting his degree in Theatre Studies, he spent time working at GLAAD before becoming a US Foreign Service Officer. He talks to Hunter about lessons he’s learned along the way including finding work you love, learning from your mistakes, and using your voice for good. Recorded on September 2, 2023.
Episode 03: Jessica Joseph ‘13 on Making it as a Marketing Strategist, 2023-08-25
Jessica Joseph, Director of Commercial Strategy for the New York Time’s WireCutter, joins Hunter to talk all things green: from advice for young professionals on money management to connecting to her family roots while gardening during the pandemic. She reflects on her time in advertising, the joys of teaching, and the lasting impact the Emerson community has on her personal and professional relationships. Recorded August 25, 2023.
Episode 04: Sarah Spiers ‘17 as Making it as a Video Game Producer, 2023-09-08
Sarah Spiers, like so many Emersonians, had a life changing trip to the Castle. It was there that a conversation with a friend inspired her to pursue her love of video games. A few years later, that passion landed her on Forbes 30 Under 30 in the games category! Sarah discusses being your own biggest cheerleader and how her unconventional path prepared her for her current role at Electronic Arts. Recorded on September 8, 2023.
Episode 05: Nyla Wissa ‘15 on Making it as Brand Narrative Manager, 2023-09-13
Nyla Wissa has been making an impact through storytelling since her Emerson days. As one of the founding members of Flawless Brown, Nyla created a space where marginalized stories could be shared, and has continued to do that work at major companies like Buzzfeed, Shondaland, and most recently as a Brand Manager at Nike. She gives Hunter all the details about the origin of her business “Juice Bitch”, and how she leads a fulfilling life. Recorded on September 13, 2023.
Episode 06: Kevin McKeon ‘07 on Making it as a Film Producer, 2023-09-14
Episode 07 (Bonus): Jay Bernhardt on Making It as Emerson College’s President, 2023-11-16
Making It Big in 30 Minutes Series, 2020 - 2023
A podcast series by the Emerson College Alumni Association with Emerson alumni about how they are succeeding in building careers in different industries.
Season 01, 2020-08-05 - 2020-10-15
A podcast series by the Emerson College Alumni Association with Emerson alumni about how they are succeeding in building careers in different industries.
Episode 00: Making It Big in 30 Minutes, 2020-08-05
Welcome to our podcast. In each 30-minute episode, you'll meet an Emersonian who's making it through their efforts, talent, and vision.
Episode 01: Megan Mitchell '14 on Making It Big in Broadcast Journalism, 2020-03-05
Megan Mitchell speaks about her career as an openly gay local news anchor, her involvement in the Dakota Access Pipeline Movement and why she decided to join the Alumni Board of Directors. Recorded on March 5, 2020.
Episode 02: Eitan Chitayat, MA '99 on Making It Big as a Brand Creative Director, 2020-03-05
Eitan Chitayat discusses changing his career path one semester away from graduation, how he ended up working on an iconic Volkswagen ad campaign and what it felt like having his "I'm that Jew" video go viral. Recorded on March 5, 2020.
Episode 03: Maurene Goo, MA '07 on Making It Big as an Author, 2020-03-06
Maurene shares her journey from journalism student to acclaimed YA novelist as she and Terri discuss her need for a deadline, writing for comic book heroes and how she never dreamed of becoming an author...or did she? Recorded on March 6, 2020.
Episode 04: Jaimee Hall '03 on Making It Big as an Entrepreneur, 2020-04-13
You'll love Jaimee Hall's take on the legal world as she explains how she ended up there after starting out as a theater student, what brought her to LA, and then back again, and why she decided to start an Alumni Chapter in St. Louis. Recorded on April 13, 2020.
Episode 05: Manny Jaquez '13 on Making It Big in the TV Industry, 2020-05-13
Manny and Terri chat about how the pandemic has affected the world of comedy, why he cared way more about his fellow Emersonians' spec scripts than his own and their mutual love of Six Feet Under. Recorded on May 13, 2020.
Episode 06: Janice O'Leary, MFA '96 on Making it Big in Publishing, 2020-04-20
Hear how Janice O'Leary went from designing pens to writing about private jets and the best whiskeys out there, how she learned how to edit in her workshops in Emerson's MFA program, and why she hated having to get dressed up for Boston Magazine parties, but still loved her job there. Recorded on April 30, 2020.
Episode 07: Bunny Kinney '07 on Making it Big as a Filmmaker, 2020-04-06
Bunny chats with Terri from his home in London and shares his unique perspective on film making, how creating digital content shaped his career and why he hopes Emerson is still full of weirdos. Recorded on April 6, 2020.
Episode 08: Paloma Valenzuela '09 on Making it Big as an Artist, 2020-05-28
Paloma shares her insights on being a Boston based artist, the importance of cultural representation across all media and why it's actually totally ok with her to not have Cardi B status. Recorded on May 28, 2020.
Episode 09 (Bonus): Making it Big with Kevin Bright '76 and Norman Lear '42, 2020-10-15
Join Kevin Bright '76 as he sits down, virtually of course, with Emerson alumnus and Hollywood legend, Norman Lear '42 for this special bonus episode of Making It Big in 30 Minutes. The episode was recorded on October 15, 2020, in multiple locations, resulting, at times, in uneven audio levels.
Season 02, 2021-01-11 - 2021-02-10
A podcast series by the Emerson College Alumni Association with Emerson alumni about how they are succeeding in building careers in different industries.