The Fascinating Jobs Podcast

In this episode of the podcast, Mackenzie sits down with Zadok Leggett, owner and artisan at Chapel Hill Forge, based in PA. Zadok is a blacksmith and metal expert who makes various handmade metal objects such as fire pokers and bottle openers, as well as other crafts such as jewelry, home decorations, and carved wooden signs. Mackenzie and Zadok chat about how Chapel Hill Forge was started, what it takes to be a great blacksmith, and what the pros and cons of the trade are. A must-listen for anyone who is interested in artisan trades or creating a small business! Check out Chapel Hill Forge: https://www.chapelhillforge.com/ Instagram/Facebook: @chapelhillforge Etsy: @chapelhillforgepa Check out the podcast: Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs Get in touch: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com

On this episode of the podcast, Mackenzie sits down with Liz Marek, cake decorator and creator of the online cake decorating school Sugar Geek Show. Liz and Mackenzie chat about getting started in baking, creating your own business, seizing opportunities given to you, auditioning for the Food Network, Halloween Wars, and more in this episode jam-packed with helpful tips and lots of laughs. A must-listen for anyone who loves baking, social media, or just has a sweet tooth! Check out Liz: www.sugargeekshow.com Instagram, Facebook: @sugargeekshow Check out the Fascinating Jobs Podcast: www.fascinatingjobspod.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs Get in touch: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com

In this episode of the podcast, Mackenzie sits down with Shannon Marie, a TV and Film makeup artist who also teaches us regular folks how to do makeup on her YouTube and TikTok pages. Shannon lets us know the ins and outs of networking in the industry, how she got her experience, what working on a set has been like during covid, and even how she ended up doing Andrew Yang's makeup! Please subscribe, rate and review this podcast wherever you listen if you're enjoying it, let's make 2021 the year for the Fascinating Jobs Podcast!  Check out Shannon:  YouTube, TikTok, Instagram: @makeupbyshannonmarie Check out the podcast:  www.fascinatingjobs.xyz  Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs  Business inquiries: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com

In this episode of the podcast Mackenzie sits down with Ryan and Chance, founders and owners of Utah-based bakery Sugar Fix, which specializes in fresh-baked cookies that you can buy at road stops and gas stations in the Utah/Idaho area, or buy online. Ryan and Chance talk about their journey to the thousands of cookies they bake every day, and how their business has been affected because of the Covid-19 pandemic. They also give some helpful tips on how couples can work together and stay sane, and on managing lots of orders while growing a business. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast if you're enjoying it! Get in touch: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com Order cookies from Sugar Fix (shipping within the US): www.grandmasdealer.com Check out Sugar Fix on Instagram & TikTok: @thebestsugarfix Check out this podcast: Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode of the podcast, Mackenzie sits down with Nina Jacinto, a people operations and Human Resources professional. Nina gives great advice about navigating a modern workplace and excelling in the HR field and beyond! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen if you’re enjoying this podcast.  Check out Nina: www.ninajacinto.com Check out this podcast: www.fascinatingjobs.xyz  Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod  Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode of the podcast, Mackenzie sits down with Mel Ava, business expert and founder of Mel Ava Creative. Mel helps small businesses grow, and she gives plenty of fun anecdotes and advice on starting your own business! Mel and Mackenzie talk about everything from choosing your business idea to marketing in a comprehensive episode!  Get in touch: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com Check out Mel:  www.melavacreative.com Check out the podcast:  www.fascinatingjobs.xyz  Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod  Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Chef Dr. Mike, an interventional cardiologist, and chef who teaches culinary medicine at the University of Montana. Learn all about what culinary medicine is, how you can get involved, the coolest and most interesting parts of it, and more! Chef Dr. Mike debunks some insanely popular food and health myths as well, so if you like health, food, medicine, or new industry, this is the episode for you!  Get in touch: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com  Check out Chef Dr. Mike:  www.chefdrmike.com  Twitter: @chefdrmike  Instagram: @realchefdrmike Check out the podcast:  www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Twitter: @fascinatingjobs  Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod

In this episode of the podcast, Mackenzie sits down to chat with congressional policy advisor/legislative assistant Allison Feikes. You may know Allison from her social media ventures such as TikTok, but Allison gives us a great inside look at what goes on in congress, and all sorts of ways that members of the community can stay involved and active in government. Allison and Mackenzie talk about getting a job on the hill, funny congress traditions, how things in congress change due to elections, and the hardest and best parts of the job.   Get in touch: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com Check out Allison:  Instagram/TikTok: @afeikes  Her dog Gnocchi's Instagram: @gnocchi.the.dc.corgi Check out this podcast:  www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

Mackenzie wishes listeners a safe and happy Halloween! Be sure to tune in Monday for a brand new episode!  Get in touch:  fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com Check out the podcast: www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode of the podcast, Mackenzie sits down with Janine Mercer, a writer, and podcaster who hosts the ODDentity podcast. Mackenzie and Janine chat about the ins and outs of starting and growing your very own podcast, and we get an inside look into Janine's almost 4 year run in the podcasting realm. Janine gives us some witty and interesting insights, and of course, there's plenty of good discussion.  Get in touch: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com Check out Janine:  The ODDentity Podcast wherever you get your podcasts or www.theoddentitypodcast.wordpress.com  Twitter, Instagram, Facebook: @oddentitypod PodMoth: podmoth.network Check out this podcast:  www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Diana Wink, YA novelist, blogger, and storytelling teacher to get an in-depth look at the process and people behind fiction writing. Mackenzie and Diana talk about what goes into the writing, editing, and publishing processes, and the storytelling craft. Diana has some great tips for aspiring writers and storytellers of all kinds, some great resources to help you get started, and she answers some questions that all readers want to know about authors (how do they write all of those plotlines and easter eggs so seamlessly?).  Get in touch:  fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com  Check out Diana:  www.dfwink.com/prometheusrising  www.storyartist.me  Check out this podcast:  www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with David Chislett, a fiction and non-fiction author, poet, musician, and public speaker to talk about all things creative careers. David gives some great stories and tips on how you can turn a creative passion such as writing or music into a career of your own.  Get in touch:  fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com Check out David:  www.davidchislett.com Patreon: David Chislett  Check out this podcast: www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Staci Taustine, a career guide, blogger, and author of the children's book Without Tails. Mackenzie and Staci talk all things Pandemic, Job searching, career paths, doing what you love, and Staci even gives us some heartwarming stories and career advice!  Get in touch: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com Check out Staci: Instagram and LinkedIn: @stactitaustine www.stubbornheart.org  Check out the podcast:  www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Dr. Alex Dainis, a geneticist, and science communicator. Mackenzie and Alex chat about the Ph.D. process, what it's like to work in a lab, diversity in the STEM field, some super cool experiences, and more! Subscribe and leave a rating or review if you like this episode!  Contact us: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com Check out Alex:  YouTube: Alex Dainis  Instagram: @alex.dainis Check out this podcast: www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Brenden Kumarasamy, a public speaking coach to learn everything about public speaking, conquering your speaking fears, and some ways to get involved yourself. Subscribe, rate, and review this podcast wherever you listen!  Get in touch: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com Check out Brenden: MasterTalk YouTube Channel Instagram: @masteryourtalk Check out this podcast:  www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Dr. Kimberly Schehrer, a parenting and teen expert. Dr. Schehrer is the founder and CEO of the Academy for Independence, a teen counseling service. She is the host of the podcast Raising Unstoppable Teens and author of the book Unstoppable Teens. Mackenzie and Dr. Schehrer talk about psychology, teens, and Dr. Schehrer gives advice to both teens and parents facing an uncertain back to school season.  Rate this podcast and leave a review if you are enjoying it, and if you or someone you know has a fascinating job, email us at fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com for a chance to be a guest on the podcast! Check out Dr. Schehrer:  Instagram: @drkimberlyphd Twitter: @drkimberlys www.afi4me.com Check out the podcast:  Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs www.fascinatingjobs.xyz

In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Jasmine Shao, a student, creator of the popular YouTube channel Studyquill, and co-author of the book Study With Me.  Rate this podcast and leave a review if you are enjoying it, and if you or someone you know has a fascinating job, email us at fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com for a chance to be a guest on the podcast!  Check Jasmine out:  YouTube, Instagram: @studyquill Study With Me book Check out this podcast:  www.fascinatingjobs.xyz Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Michelle Wiebach, a graphic designer, marketing expert, and business owner!  leave a review if you enjoy this podcast, and send us an email at fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com if you or your friend has an exciting career for a chance to be featured on the podcast!  Check Michelle out: www.michellewiebach.com Instagram/Twitter/TikTok: @missmishmell Check out the podcast:  Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod Twitter: @fascinatingjobs

Welcome to the Fascinating Jobs podcast, we're very excited to have you here! In this short trailer, host  Mackenzie Wilson gives us the rundown on how the podcast will operate, and how you can get excited about our first episode.  Check us out on:  Instagram: @fascinating_jobs_pod  Twitter: @fascinatingjobs Business Inquiries: fascinatingjobspod@gmail.com