Staying Golden Podcast

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Ayanfe Ayeni.In this exciting episode, Allan Cayenne shares how stepping into volunteer positions during his time at Wilfrid Laurier University ignited an unexpected journey into the world of entrepreneurship outside his field of study.Watch Video Podcast: https://vimeo.com/924616095/ccd8b2259b?share=copy

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Ayanfe Ayeni.Join us in this insightful episode as Mirko dives deep into the rapidly changing world of media and journalism. Discover why journalism is facing unprecedented challenges and how Mirko's passion led him to establish Ink-Stained Wretches, an advocacy group dedicated to supporting journalists.Find out more about Mirko's advocacy work: https://www.ink-stainedwretches.org/Find out more about the International Journalism Film Festival: journalismfilmfestival.com Watch Video Podcast: https://vimeo.com/918732836/56fc9afbf1?share=copy

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Ayanfe Ayeni.In this episode, Junaid takes us on a thrilling ride from his humble beginnings spinning beats for 50 people at The Turret to commanding stages with 25,000 fans. Beyond the music scene, he also shares his innovative project, "Stock Shock," a game designed to teach financial literacy to its players. Junaid's philosophy of "taking one slice at a time" not only guided his musical journey but also fueled his efforts in launching Stock Shock.The Staying Golden Podcast is brought to you by the Laurier Alumni Association.

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Ayanfe Ayeni. Today we're catching up with John Tolentino, who acquired his university teaching certificate from Laurier in 2020 and then completed his master’s of social work at Laurier in 2022. In this episode, John shares how his passion for social, racial, and queer justice led him to pursue a career in social work. Connect with John on Linkedin @johntolentino94.The Staying Golden Podcast is brought to you by the Laurier Alumni Association.

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. Today we're catching up with Camille Lawrence, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Laurier in 2012. In this episode, Camille discusses her journey into the television industry and describes her experiences working on shows like Umbrella Academy and The Amazing Race Canada. Connect with Camille on Instagram @cammlawrence The Staying Golden Podcast is brought to you by the Laurier Alumni Association.

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. In this episode, we're catching up with Jennifer Andrews, class of 2018. After achieving a Masters of Science at the University of Guelph, Jennifer found a passion for marketing and entrepreneurship. In this episode, we talk about how she found this passion and used it to start her own business, FreshLeaf Marketing. Jennifer's new book, Scientist to CEO, is available now on Amazon.FreshLeaf Marketing: https://freshleafmarketing.ca/Jennifer's personal website: https://www.jenniferroseandrews.com/scientist-to-ceoBuy Scientist to CEO on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Scientist-CEO-Marketing-Handbook-Professionals/dp/1739040201Jennifer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-andrews-msc-mba/The Staying Golden Podcast is brought to you by the Laurier Alumni Association.

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. In this episode, we're catching up with Sydney Bang, class of 2019. After studying kinesiology at Laurier, Sydney found a passion for data analytics and eventually landed a role as an analytics engineer at Spotify. In this episode, we talk about her career journey from exercise science to software engineering. For more information on Sydney's journey to analytics engineering and Spotify's interview process, check out her Medium article here.The Staying Golden Podcast is brought to you by the Laurier Alumni Association.

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. In this episode, we're catching up with Jade Psutka, class of 2012. After studying criminology, Jade found herself on a journey which led to her role as the Senior Manager of Indigenous enablement and recruitment at KPMG in Canada. In this episode, we talk about her career journey, as well as what reclaiming means to her.The Staying Golden Podcast is brought to you by the Laurier Alumni Association.

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. In this episode, we're catching up with Anna Bolger, class of 2021, and Cedric Zheng, class of 2021. In this episode, Cedric and Anna share their experiences being at Laurier's Brantford campus and their perspectives on the User Experience Design program offered there.

Welcome to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. In this episode, we're catching up with Dr. Latif Murji, class of 2012. Latif is a family doctor, university lecturer, and talented musician. In this episode, we talk about Latif's school experiences and his impressive career as a physician and innovator, along with his upcoming musical project.Check out his new single, Placebo by Parachute Thieves, on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6NTgZR6hb9aGAoFtclNXQM?si=ae78008f26a64b1aThe Staying Golden Podcast is brought to you by the Laurier Alumni Association.

Welcome back to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. In this episode, we're catching up with Meredith, class of 2004, and Carlos Perez, class of 2003. Carlos and Meredith operate their business Purple Sector, a strategy design firm focused on aligning teams to do meaningful work.Connect with Carlos and Meredith:https://www.purplesector.ca/https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlosperez/https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithperez/The Staying Golden Podcast is brought to you by the Laurier Alumni Association.

Welcome back to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. In this episode, we talk with Carmelina Manno to learn about Manulife's partnership with Laurier, and the benefits available to Laurier Alumni. We also touch on general topics related to life and health insurance.To learn more about Manulife Life and Health insurance, visit: https://www.laurieralumni.ca/s/1681/15/index.aspx?sid=1681&gid=2&pgid=505

Welcome back to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. In this episode, we catch up with Andras Lazar to learn about the BMO Mastercard options available for Laurier Alumni, as well as going over some general questions about building and using credit.To learn more about the BMO Mastercard, visit: https://www.laurieralumni.ca/s/1681/15/index.aspx?sid=1681&gid=2&pgid=504

Welcome back to the Staying Golden Podcast, hosted by Luke Hogan. In this episode, we catch up with Max Stiles to learn about the TD Insurance plans available for Laurier Alumni, as well as going over some general questions about home and car insurance.To learn more about the TD Insurance Meloche Monnex program, visit: https://www.laurieralumni.ca/s/1681/15/index.aspx?sid=1681&gid=2&pgid=503

In this special edition episode for National Indigenous Month, we welcome Charity Fleming (MSW `09), an Indigenous social worker and an intergenerational survivor of the residential school and sixties scoop programs. She has dedicated her life to aiding the recovery of indigenous people from experiences and impacts of historical trauma. This episode features special guest host, Mary Abdel-Malek Neil (MA’15, MA Community Music ’19).During this episode, Charity describes her new course geared to making Cognitive Behavioral Therapy culturally adapted for the Indigenous community. Charity also talks openly about the lack of progress towards the 94 Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action in Canada, and the continued trauma and grief that is experienced in Indigenous communities because of systematic discrimination in mental health, in the child welfare system, and intergenerational trauma re-ignited by the discoveries of residential school mass burial sites.Resources:Indigenous WatchdogWhat is Mikwendaagwad Sacred Circle the Circle of Strength (video)Genocide’s Burden of Illness (handout)Inspiring Conversations - Ensuring Indigenous Children Maintain Their Culture Sacred Circle CBT -- Mikwendaagwad: “It is remembered, it comes to mind”