Pathways Unwrapped

The Liberated Success podcast is hosted by Liberated Success program participants. Guests give real-life practical advice so that young people can enhance their employability skills and make a liberated career choice. This podcast is the work of Liberated Success a youth career development nonprofit, based in Brooklyn, New York.

Navigating Internships with Heidy Torres

In this episode of Pathways Unlocked, we have the pleasure of sitting down with our classmate Heidy Torres. Heidy shares her exciting journey and invaluable experiences from her internship at Bloomberg. Tune in as she provides insights into the world of finance and technology, offering practical advice on how high school students can take advantage of internship opportunities. Discover how these early career experiences can shape your future, open doors to new possibilities, and give you a competitive edge. Don't miss this chance to learn why you should start exploring internships now and how they can be a game-changer in your academic and professional journey.

06-13
07:19

Kyle Govan & Networking

Join Liberated Success, Inc. participants as they talk with Kyle Govan, Brooklyn native, Medgar Evers College student, and student teacher as he talks about the power of networking and building relationships.

05-07
17:33

A conversation with Eva McKend, Congressional Correspondent

This week my guest is Eva McKend (twitter: @evamckend) Congressional Correspondent. Eva breaks down the difference between, news anchors and reporters. Eva was a delight to talk with and was happy to share her knowledge, you can connect with her at emckend1@gmail.com  #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #fortyfive

08-28
17:53

A Conversation with Tandalea Mercer, Professor

This week my guest is Tandalea Mercer @tanda3, professor, law school dropout, and creative. We talk Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, HBCUs, and code-switching. #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #fortyfour

08-01
52:40

A Conversation with Martin Smallhorne, School Leader

This week my guest is Martin Smallhorne @m.smallhorne, educator and host of Y.E.S. Your Education Story.  #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #fortythree

07-10
27:51

A Conversation with Keshia Walker, Entrepreneur & Marketing Executive

This week my guest is Keisha Walker, creator of @bcgausa. We talked about her career journey in marketing to creating opportunities for Black people and BIPOC women in gaming. #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #fortytwo

06-20
29:10

A Conversation with Olawale Lawal, Firefighter

This week my guest is Olawale Lawal. Olawale is a Brooklyn native and is serving his community as a firefighter. We talk about his career journey from a substitute teacher, to fraud investigator to a firefighter.  #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #fortyone

04-24
38:51

A Conversation with Dr. Rhonda Cambridge - Phillips, Pediatrician

This week my guest is Dr. Rhonda Cambridge - Phillips. Dr. Cambridge- Phillips shares her journey to become a doctor and why she choose to practice medicine in the community in which she resides. #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #forty

04-18
58:03

A Conversation with Danielle Davis, School Leader

This week my guest is Danielle Davis, Danielle talks about her love of service, what 2nd graders actually know, and the human side of being a school leader.  #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirtynine

04-10
29:55

A Conversation with Aswad Jones, Staff Sergeant, National Guard

This week my guest is Aswad Jones. Aswad talks about the power of Black educators, shares why he loves his career in the military and why we should consider it as a career option. #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirtyeight

04-04
53:34

A Conversation with Tracey Rogers, Budget Manager

This week my guest is Tracey Rogers. Tracey talks about being focused in high school on achieving her career goals, being a planner, and working with her peers to take her career to the next level. #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirtyseven

03-27
34:44

A Conversation with Rosnel Dorsainvil, High School Football Coach

This week my guest is Rosnel Dorsainvil. Rosnel talks about life as a student-athlete, changing the high school football landscape in New York State and molding boys to men.  #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirtysix

03-19
42:32

A Conversation with Taniqua Hunter, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

This week my guest is Taniqua Hunter. Taniqua talks about her happy childhood, how her time at Hofstra University shaped her into the professional she is. We talk about the Divine Nine, the power of networking and branding yourself.  #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirtyfive

03-12
46:56

Exclusive Podcast Episode: Charles Deskins, Gaming Lawyer

This week my guest is Charles Deskins. Charles is a fellow hawk, we talk about his career journey to become a lawyer and his work in the gaming industry.  #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirtyfour

03-06
39:18

A Conversation with Stephanie Blyden, Retired, US Air Force & Policy Analyst

This week my guest is Stephanie Blyden. Stephanie breaks down the levels of the armed forces and why choosing a career in the military should be a career option.  #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirtythree

02-19
38:05

A Conversation with Tinh, Fashion Designer and Executive Assistant

This week my guest is Tinh. Tinh is a fashion designer, we talked about his college years at Buffalo State and FIT. Tinh shares some wonderful advice on understanding fashion tiers and why every fashion major needs to take a business and public speaking course. We had a fun conversation.   #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirtytwo

02-13
31:13

A Conversation with Alysia Christiani, Producer and Content Creator

This week my guest is Alysia Christiani. We had a great conversation about the NYC specialized high school test, the parent’s role in career exploration, and finding that sweet spot in your career where you can thrive. Follow and support her work at: Alysia's website: http://AlysiaSimone.com Third Horizon: http://www.thirdhorizonmedia.com/ Studio Ananasi: http://studioanansi.tv/ #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirtyone

02-06
30:14

A Conversation with Chef Joseph A Smalls, Executive Chef and Entrepreneur

This week my guest is Chef Joseph A Smalls of @b_raisednyc. Chef Joe shares how the youngest of nine who was good with his hands made a pact with his friends to graduate high school 6 months early, left New York City, headed down south, and launched his culinary career. #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #thirty

01-30
31:13

A Conversation with Krystal of Krystal Tantric Yogi, Entrepreneur

This week my guest is Krystal of @krystal_tantricyogi. Krystal shares how a girl from Houston, Texas was educated in Arkansas on a full ride, majored in biology and her lived experience lead her to help Black Woman heal and connect to their higher self. Support Krystal’s work at www.krystaltantricyogi.com #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #twentynine

01-23
36:59

A Conversation with Tamara Whitehead, Dancer and Entrepreneur

This week my guest is Tamara Whitehead. Tamara discusses her mother’s desire for her to become a dancer, why it is important for young people to delete their spam page and why she questions parents when their children don’t recognize Michael Jackson’s music. Follow Tamara on IG @triple7dancestudio_ and register for a class at https://www.triple7dancecompany.com/ #liberatedsuccess #liberatedparenthood #liberatedchildren #liberatedproblemsolvers #blackcareersmatter #BIPOC #storytelling #careerexploration #twentyeight

01-17
32:16

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