A podcast for sharing stories about finding the path you were meant to live. We bring you real conversations, authentic questions, vulnerable moments, advice on careers that are better for you and the world. Alongside explorations into high growth career paths and industries, we reveal roads less traveled and career choices focused on helping others.
How to Live a Psychologically Rich Life with Shigehiro Oishi
Are you living a psychologically rich life? In this episode we discuss what it means to be psychologically rich and how you can generate more richness. In ", Professor of Psychology at the University of Chicago, shares his research and the ways...
Courtney and Ted Balaker on the Coddling of the American Mind & Gen Z’s Mental Health Crisis
Filmmakers discuss their latest documentary surrounding the mental health crisis among Gen Z. Their film based on the book, by and , was made to spark critical discussions, including conversations across college campuses. We discuss the...
Yardena Schwartz on the 1929 Massacre in Hebron That Ignited the Arab-Israeli Conflict
an award-winning journalist and Emmy-nominated producer, joins us to discuss her book, Ghosts of a Holy War. Yardena’s book focuses on the 1929 Hebron massacre, allowing us to see the shocking parallels between the historical events of 1929 and the...
Sharon McMahon Join us to Discuss a National Security Threat that Needs Our Attention
When we discuss topics related to our government, we often ask ourselves, what would Sharon say? After exploring the state of civics education across the US, we decided to ask Sharon McMahon, America's favorite government teacher, to...
Communism Survivor: From Kiev to American Patriot
Like both of us (your co-hosts Polina and Yelena) Viktoria was born in the Soviet Union and immigrated to Chicago with her parents when she was 10. Her story of being raised in the former Soviet Union has influenced Viktoria in countless ways...
Fearless Reporter and Advocate for Humanity: Erin Molan
We are thrilled to share our conversation with respected broadcaster . Throughout the world, many people have discovered Erin for fearless commentary and stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict. As she does in her videos, Erin discusses the...
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Business owners, entrepreneurs, writers, professionals, dreamers, seekers and others boldly questioning the status quo to give you the “why not” or “what if” moments.
Dumb Games
Great Show!
I am so honored to have been part of the podcast! Polina and Amber are so kind and–well–just inspiring. It was such a good experience, and I am grateful they included me.
Kelley Higney, Founder & CEO
Hosts, Amber and Polina, expertly guide their guests with insightful questions that draw out all details of their stories. These talented hosts, along with the impressive lineup of guests they regularly have on, makes this podcast a must listen for anyone looking for inspiration in their careers.
Deborah Huber
Engaging and inspiring podcast!
I recently discovered this podcast and have been on a mini-binge ever since. The interviews are inspiring, in-depth, and full of great ideas and information. I love the broad range of interesting and unique people interviewed and find that there are always things to learn, no matter what field the interviewee works in. Polina and Amber are insightful and engaging interviewers who do a great job drawing out the stories of people’s career journeys. I’m glad I found them.
J. Barshop
Awesome show, highly recommend!
Brianne and her guests provide some incredibly actionable and compelling content on how women can live a life with intention and meaning.
Highly recommend listening and subscribing to I Want Her Job if you want the knowledge AND mindsets to become the woman you know you’re capable of becoming (and live your best life as a result)!
Mac Prichard
Career Stories from Successful Women
Excellent in depth interviews with successful women from many fields who share professional and personal stories. Host Polina Selyutin asks smart questions as she lets her guests speak at their own pace. The conversations offer both practical and inspiring ideas. Two takeways from the recent epsiode with Barre3 co-founder Sadie Lincoln, for example: She takes challenges, not ideas, to her staff, and considers how her 95-year-old self might react to that day’s concerns.
Elena Lipson
Great interviews!
Love the diversity of guests. The interview are great and provide some deep insights into what works and what doesn’t.
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