Synopsis
Chats with folks from the Bay Area about their jobs, business, personal projects, and what motivates them. This is for the hustlers, the ones who feed off the drive of others, and want to connect. Host, John Salangsang, is a college career counselor, job developer and instructor.Instagram.com/worktalkpodcastTwitter.com/worktalkpodcastFacebook.com/worktalkpodcast
Episodes
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#022 Pursuing the Love of Sports Coaching & Training | Joel Isaac, Athletic Trainer & Football Coach
09/07/2018 Duration: 19minI ask for some fitness tips before learning how he changed careers from finance to coaching his high school's football team, then starting a business as a fitness trainer. We talk what it's like and what's next for him. Instagram: Instagram.com/coachblue20 ABOUT Sup, I'm John, host of the Work Talk Podcast. I have casual conversations with people in the Bay Area about what they do for work, what they know, and who they are - enjoy, learn, and be inspired. Instagram.com/worktalkpodcast Twitter.com/worktalkpodcast Facebook.com/worktalkpodcast INTRO+OUTRO MUSIC "Breezy Beats" by Lazeone instagram.com/lazeone
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#021 VR Museum Tours for Kids | Kai Frazier, Founder of Curated X Kai
02/07/2018 Duration: 18minAn educator & historian started a business, reaching out to teachers & under-resourced students to show them virtual reality tours of museums & memorials that represent diverse cultures. Her name is Kai Frazier & her business is called Curated X Kai. Website: www.curatedxkai.com Instagram: Instagram.com/curatedxkai ABOUT Sup, I'm John, host of the Work Talk Podcast. I have casual conversations with people in the Bay Area about what they do for work, what they know, and who they are - enjoy, learn, and be inspired. Instagram.com/worktalkpodcast Twitter.com/worktalkpodcast Facebook.com/worktalkpodcast INTRO+OUTRO MUSIC "Breezy Beats" by Lazeone instagram.com/lazeone
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#020 Bioengineer to Software Engineer | Tobi Ogunnaike
13/06/2018 Duration: 39minHe was first in love with bioengineering, but things change, and he jumped into becoming a software engineer. We talk about how he made the move, why, if it was hard & his current goals. Tobi got a great mindset, intelligent & chill dude. This was a fun chat & I look forward to staying in touch. Linkedin.com/in/tobiogunnaike Twitter.com/gunzzzy ABOUT Sup, I'm John, host of the Work Talk Podcast. I have casual conversations with people in the Bay Area about what they do for work, what they know, and who they are - enjoy, learn, and be inspired. Instagram.com/worktalkpodcast Twitter.com/worktalkpodcast Facebook.com/worktalkpodcast INTRO+OUTRO MUSIC "Breezy Beats" by Lazeone instagram.com/lazeone
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#019 Tech Trends in the Bay Area | Sandra Ponce De Leon, Tech Podcast Host
11/06/2018 Duration: 24minSince she works with tech companies as a marketing strategist & hosts a tech podcast, I thought I'd pick her brain about tech trends in the Bay Area. She talks about biotech, growing living organs, AI, blockchain, and other cool nerdy future stuff. Sandra Ponce De Leon is someone I met on Twitter and I appreciate her being on the show. twitter.com/sandramp Her podcast: PoppingtheBubbl.com ABOUT Sup, I'm John, host of the Work Talk Podcast. I have casual conversations with people in the Bay Area about what they do for work, what they know, and who they are - enjoy, learn, and be inspired. Instagram.com/worktalkpodcast Twitter.com/worktalkpodcast Facebook.com/worktalkpodcast INTRO+OUTRO MUSIC "Breezy Beats" by Lazeone instagram.com/lazeone
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#018 Being a Software Engineer | Lauren Reeves
08/06/2018 Duration: 40minEver wonder what it's like to be a software engineer? I'm a total noobie, so I ask basic questions like the difference between an engineer and developer. I also ask what a normal day looks like for her. We later talk about other topics such as her story, being a woman of color engineer, and tips for college students. Lauren Reeves is a chill, down-to-earth, and sweet person. I appreciate her chatting with me. twitter.com/LaurenAhmani INTRO+OUTRO MUSIC "Breezy Beats" by Lazeone instagram.com/lazeone
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The Regulars 2 | IDK Junior & Tony Hannides
06/06/2018 Duration: 43minOnce again, bringing back IDK Junior (music producer) & Tony Hannides (Lazy Tech TV Host) to talk about our projects, how we can help each other & other ideas to grow. IDK Junior Instagram.com/idkjuniormusic Tony Hannides Instagram.com/TonyHannides
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Joshua Encarnacion | 017
31/05/2018 Duration: 33minExperienced recruiter in tech, Learning & Development Program Manager - we cover LinkedIn, networking, but go deep into concepts of self-awareness, culture, bias, racism, ageism, and conformity. Twitter.com/joshuaenc TEDtalk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOje8rNC01o
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Laura Torres | 016
30/05/2018 Duration: 30minA university recruiter and I talk about job searching. She shares how she found a job through networking and how as a recruiter, she prefers finding people that way too. LinkedIn.com/in/lauraitorres Twitter.com/laura_i_torres
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Dania Denise | 015
24/05/2018 Duration: 01h05minState Director of California Petite Pageant, actress/model, freehand chalk artist, & founding member of an indie film production company. Whew, that's a lot, Dania Denise and I talk a bit about all of it. Instagram.com/DaniaDenise
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The Regulars 1
21/05/2018 Duration: 52minFirst episode of "The Regulars". Guests IDK Junior & Tony Hannides. We talk about networking, creating content, getting attention, our goals, and more. GUESTS: Instagram.com/tonyhannides Instagram.com/idkjuniormusic Intro + Outro Music by IDK Junior Instagram.com/idkjunior_music
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Marc | 014
17/05/2018 Duration: 32minInside salesperson for a software as a service company. We talk about sales, his past jobs, and a bit about fighting.
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The Nurses | 013
13/05/2018 Duration: 36minRespect to nurses, they bust out some wine and share the good and bad stories. My cousin and friend are amazing people, happy nurses week.
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Pete A. Turner | 012
10/05/2018 Duration: 31minPodcaster, market strategist, and bad-ass former spy. He tells me what he does and we both talking about podcasting. Twitter.com/peteaturner His podcasts: BreakitDownshow.com poppingthebubbl.com
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IDK Junior | 011
03/05/2018 Duration: 36minLocal music producer and photographer, he's doing the work and loving it. It's his gigs and I learn more about what he does and later reveal my ideas for my podcast. Instagram.com/idkjunior_music
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Ami Yoshiko | 010
27/04/2018 Duration: 26minPro cosplayer, YouTuber, model, and actress tells me her roots, the fans that drive her, and f*ck bullies. Instagram: Instagram.com/officialamiyoshiko YouTube: m.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3xwzvygA_g
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Grillaxin | 009
24/04/2018 Duration: 20minHe created a side business grilling BBQ, 5 stars on Yelp with 102 reviews. We talk about his work ethic and tips for being an entrepreneur. Instagram.com/grillaxin http://grillaxin.com/
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Mike | 008
22/04/2018 Duration: 18minA personal friend and I talk 9-to-5 jobs and finding meaning in that. He's an accounts analyst for a large energy company, but honestly, we barely talked about that.
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Alex Schumacher | 007
19/04/2018 Duration: 25minCartoonist, writer, and a whiskey drinker - he follows his love to create. From indie-comics to more, we talk about his world. Instagram.com/ajschumacherart Twitter.com/AJSchumacherart www.alexschumacherart.com
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Fred Lee | 006
16/04/2018 Duration: 29minHypnotist and mastermind, he does shows and helps people through therapy. We talk psychology, a bit on how hypnosis works, and his beginnings. Instagram.com/fredleemind www.fredleemind.com/
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Belgica Rodriguez | 005
11/04/2018 Duration: 23minActress and YouTuber, she does commercial acting gigs, vlogs, how-to videos, and is constantly exploring new projects. Instagram.com/belgica.rodriguez.professional/ Youtube.com/channel/UCE9mI9tl0xfHdEo4gpL3HrA