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CS Radio - The Official Podcast of University of Pennsylvania Career Services
University of Pennsylvania Career Services
The official podcast of University of Pennsylvania Career Services. Every Monday during the school year, your hosts Natty Leach and J. Michael DeAngelis discuss a different topic from the world of career services.
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Episode 209 - It's our season finale! Hosts Michael and Natty ask celebrity guests (Sam Pasco) questions while they attempt to complete rounds of chicken wings coated in spicy hot sauce. CS Radio will return in September. Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala, used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. Referenced in this episode: Sam's Pic…
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208: Interviewing Advice from New Social Media
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Episode 208 - It's our PENN-ultimate episode of the school year! Join Michael and Natty as they dive into the evolving landscape of job interviews in the age of social media. In this episode, Michael and Natty explore how humor and storytelling can transform your next job interview, taking cues from comedic storyteller Parker Worth. They dissect me…
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207: Jennie Ripps, COL '09, Founder, Owl's Brew Boozy Tea
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Episode 207 - Brewing Success: Jennie Ripps and the Story of Owls Brew Join Michael and Natty as they welcome Jennie Ripps, Penn Class of 2003 and founder of Owl's Brew, a pioneering tea-infused alcoholic beverage brand. Jennie shares her journey from an English major in the College of Arts and Sciences at Penn to shaking up the beverage industry w…
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Episode 206—Spring has sprung! Join Michael and Natty as they discuss the power of visionary planning in career development and strategic projects like website redesigns at Career Services. Packed with anecdotes and insights, this episode encourages listeners to dream big and strategically plan for their futures. Tune in to learn how unlimited thin…
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Episode 205 - Michael and Natty brighten a rainy day by welcoming the newest addition to the Career Services team, Allison Howard. As the Associate Director for the grad student and postdoctoral fellow advising team, Allison brings a wealth of experience from her journey through academia to career advising, including her time as a professional edit…
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Episode 204 - Dive into the art of standing out with us in a special article review episode. This week, Michael and Natty dissect how to showcase your skills without work experience, navigate the world of AI-generated resumes, and master the cover letter. From framing non-experience in a compelling way to personalizing your job applications for tha…
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Episode 203 - Graduation looms on the horizon, but fear not! Dive into this week's episode with Michael and Natty as they unwrap the thrills of Grad Fest and delve deep into the vault of career advice, including the pearls and perils they've personally navigated. From the underestimated power of a well-crafted thank-you note to the audacity of risk…
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Episode 202—We’re back from Spring Break! Join Michael and Natty this week as they dispel career myths from far and wide. Does your major determine your career? Is your GPA too low? Do internships even matter? We answer all these questions and more in this week’s episode. Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala, used under a Creative Commons Attribu…
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201: Spring Break, Employer Treks, and Campus Clubs
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Episode 201 - Happy Spring Break! While you are enjoying your Cancun trip, tune into this week’s episode as Michael, Natty, and Sam discuss a variety of topics. Join us as we talk about Sam’s recent NYC adventures, student clubs' impact on career development at Penn, and much more! Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala, used under a Creative Commo…
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EPISODE 200!!! - Dive into the celebration of CS Radio's 200th episode with a special edition featuring the hilarious and innovative game "Job Job" from Jackbox Games. Michael and Natty are joined by guests Dustin Miller, Anne Dickinson, and Pete Barry, and tune in as they embark on a humorous journey through improvised interview questions, showcas…
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199: Making Smart Decisions in Interviewing
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Episode 199 - Michael and Natty tackle key post-interview steps, navigating interview conflicts with class schedules, and utilizing Career Services' offices for interviews. They offer strategies for communicating with professors and employers to manage scheduling conflicts and highlight the value of conducting interviews in the dedicated, quiet spa…
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Episode 198 - Michael and Natty welcome special guest Heather Knox (Employer Relations Coordinator), as she shares her transition from opera singer to career services. Join us as we dive into the resurgence of on-campus recruiting, the importance of in-person networking, and upcoming employer engagement opportunities. Heather offers valuable insigh…
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Episode 197 - Jialin Huang (Coordinator, Pre-Grad Team) joins the show this week to discuss her journey to Penn Career Services! A graduate of Muhlenberg College this past December, Jialin talks about her externship program, utilizing networks, and advice for seniors getting ready to graduate. Jialin lists her top tips to stay organized as students…
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196: Preparing for Spring Career Fairs
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Episode 196 - Welcome back! Join Michael and Natty for the first episode of the new semester as they discuss everything you need to know about the upcoming Career Fairs! Be sure to download the Handshake app as you navigate this year’s career fairs. Mentioned in this episode: Career Fairs this semester https://careerservices.upenn.edu/career-fairs/…
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195: Associate Director Jon Niles, Making the Most of Winter Break
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Episode 195 - It’s the last episode of 2023! Jon Niles (Associate Director, Engineering) joins Michael and Natty this week to discuss his career, role at Career Services, and his family legacy in career counseling! Later, Michael and Natty discuss how to use your winter break best to get ahead on your career search. Have a good Winter Break; we wil…
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Episode 194 - The semester is almost over! Join Michael and Natty this week as they discuss Career Everywhere - what it is, how to engage, and what resources are available. Career Services doesn’t just happen in the Career Services office, it happens everywhere! Tune in as we discuss the Career Champions program, Handshake, and more! Mentioned in t…
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Episode 193 - It's getting chilly outside and we're feeling the holiday vibes! Join Michael and Natty this week as they discuss the best way to tell your story in an interview. Discover why sharing a compelling story can be more impactful than just stating facts. Mentioned in this episode: Article: https://ivyexec.com/career-advice/2023/land-into-y…
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Episode 192 - Happy Thanksgiving! As we take time off for the holiday, don’t forget to THANK your interviewer! Join Michael and Natty this week as they talk about everything you need to know about Thank You notes - from what is an appropriate thank you to how to show you were engaged with your interviewer; you’ll be THANK-ing yourself for listening…
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191: CS Grab Bag - AI and Underused Tools
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Episode 191 - Join Michael and Natty as they reach into the CS Radio grab bag to discuss the role of AI in career searches and highlight underutilized job search resources like Lippincott Library's databases. Discover how AI is reshaping career advice, why certain Penn resources remain hidden gems for job seekers and more! Our theme music is “The S…
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190: Recapping the Austin Film Festival 2023
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Episode 190 - Pete Barry is BACK this week and recapping everything from the Austin Film Festival! Join us this week as Michael and Natty discuss the festival with Pete and dive into the current state of entertainment! Mentioned in this episode: https://austinfilmfestival.com/festival-and-conference-aff/conference/ https://www.velvettaco.com/menu/ …
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Episode 189 - Tell us about yourself! Join us this week as Michael and Natty discuss the vague, open-ended (but opportune!) interview question of “Tell me about yourself?” Don’t suffer with those four words any longer - we have you covered! Every Penn student often grapples with striking the right balance, but remember: if you're in the room, you'v…
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188: Jeremy Cohn, WH '09; CEO of Moody Tongue Brewing Company
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Episode 188 - CS Radio is joined by Wharton alum, Jeremy Cone, who transitioned from finance to the hospitality world with his craft brewery, Moody Tongue. Jeremy delves into his Penn journey, the ins-and-outs of managing Moody Tongue, and offers advice on career explorations and pursuing passions. Discover why it's key to follow your interests for…
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To Whom It May Concern, It’s Episode 187 - and we’re talking all about Cover Letters! Cover Letters are opportunities to showcase YOU to employers - join us as we discuss everything you need to know about Cover Letters, including: Who to title your letter to Reviewing before an interview AI playing a role in crafting the document Template or no tem…
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Episode 186 - Returning guest Pete Barry joins the show this week to discuss unions! We discuss the importance and intricacies of unions - and touch upon both the Resident Advisers union campaign and the recent writer's strike agreement. Mentioned in this episode: https://hangryjoes.com/our-menu/ https://getthefacts.collegehouses.upenn.edu/ WGA Ten…
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Episode 185 - Deal, or no deal!? Join CS Radio this week as we discuss navigating job offers! Michael and Natty cover everything from what is and isn’t negotiable, approaching asking for more money, and how to respond if you don't get what you ask for. Ask enthusiastically, and advocate for yourself! Don't miss out on these insights to ensure you m…
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184: Start of the Year Updates: Recruiting, Career Fairs, Head Shots and More!
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Episode 184 - Welcome back! CS Radio begins its 9th season with a ton of updates - from career fairs beginning (both in-person and virtual!) to recruiting notes and, of course, the BRAND-NEW PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOT BOOTH! Come in, get a (free!) headshot, and learn more about everything Career Services can do for you! PHOTO BOOTH LEARN MORE: https://c…
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183: Looking to the Summer and Beyond, with Matteo Akbarpour and Sam Pasco ('24)
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Episode 183 - It’s the last episode of Season 8! For our final episode, we recap the season and talk with our podcast producer Sam Pasco and PCA Matteo Akbarpour about what they have on tap for their summer plans and their personal implementation of CS Radio wisdom! Thank you for joining us this season, and we’ll see you next time, on CS Radio! Men…
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182: Email Emergencies, "Just in Time" Recruiting
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Episode 182 - It is the PENNultimate episode of the season! Join us as we discuss a new article written by Adam Grant in the New York Times titled "Your Email Does Not Constitute My Emergency." We share our thoughts on the article and how it relates to values, wellness, and setting boundaries in the workplace. Also, coming up is the Ivy+ Just-in-Ti…
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181: Dustin Miller, M.Ed on Career Advising, ChatGPT, and Philly Cheesestakes
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Episode 181 - Natty has returned from his conference, and the guys are back this week now talking with the newest member of the office - Dustin Miller! Just 3 weeks into the office, Dustin details his experience so far, thoughts on ChatGPT for professional development, and his Philly Cheesesteak rankings! Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala, use…
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180: Careers & Caverns (Third Edition)
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Episode 180 - Hear ye, hear ye! Behold, Dungeon masters unite! Just like a case interview, planning is essential for any noble quest. This week the bards of CS Radio discuss the plan-making process through the lens of the upcoming movie “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” - Only In Theaters March 31st! Mentioned in this episode: Dungeons & Dr…
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179: Interviewing Season Begins...Again
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Episode 179 - It’s March Madness in the Career Services office as students are preparing for interviews! Michael and Natty discuss how best to prepare for this interview season; there are no right or wrong answers - but you do need to be goal oriented! Learn about what students are concerned about and how to best prepare for an interview (it may be…
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Episode 178 - Welcome back from Spring Break! This past week, Michael and Natty dived into the topic of reneging on a job offer. While it may be tempting to back out of a commitment due to changing circumstances or a change of heart, we discuss why it's important to honor your commitment and how to say no if necessary. We also touch on the concept …
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177: Writer JoEllen Notte on Becoming a Published Author
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Episode 177 - Our first guest of the new year! Author JoEllen Notte joins us to talk about her journey from blogging and social media to becoming a fully published author. She discusses her first book, her battle with depression, and her latest work! Mentioned in this episode: In It Together https://www.theredheadbedhead.com/books JoEllen Notte on …
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176: Spheres of Influence (Four Influencing Styles)
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Episode 176 - It may be cold outside, but we are heating up our leadership skills! Join us as we divide into an article from our friends at The Muse as we explore four types of influence one can use at work to convey messages and approach tasks more effectively. Need help conveying the message you have in your head? Take a listen and schedule a mee…
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175: Clifton Strengths and Other Assessments
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Episode 175 - This week, we discuss Cliftonstrengths, a philosophy focused on identifying and developing one's innate talents rather than their weaknesses. Everyone has different styles, but how learning more about yours can help you understand not only yourself but how others view you. Curious to explore your own strengths and weaknesses? Check ou…
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Episode 174 - We’re looking at Reddit! Join Michael and Natty this week as they discuss bad and outdated advice from Reddit. "Son, you shouldn't schedule a single vacation day the first year of your job. It shows you're committed" maaaaybe isn’t the best advice anymore - tune in as they discuss this, switching companies, knowing your values, and mo…
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173: Looking Ahead to the Spring - Career Fairs, Info Sessions, Workshops and AI!
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Episode 173 - Happy New Year! We’re back to kick off the new year and discussing a wide range of great opportunities that this semester has to offer - including the Career Fair coming up this week with a variety of companies coming from nonprofits, to government, to finance, to healthcare, and more! The broadest fair yet is coming up this Friday! A…
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172: Careers (The Board Game!) with Emily Barrale and Jackie Moriniere
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Episode 172 - Our holiday special and final episode of the year! In this episode, Michael and Natty are joined by special guests Emily Barrale and Jackie Moriniere, and they're playing the Careers board game! Follow along as the team navigates the pursuit of fame, money, and true love. Will they succeed in their career goals, or will they face chal…
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171: Ella Studdiford & Sydney Breslow, Two Different Paths to the Same Job
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This week we have not one but TWO great guests! Join Michael and Natty as they chat with Ella Studdiford and Sydney Breslow - the newest members of the Career Services family! Ella is a graduate of Lehigh University, where she played lacrosse and majored in Journalism. After graduation, Ella began her career in education living abroad in London and…
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170: Our New Associate Director, Laura Brasch
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Back from Thanksgiving, we introduce our newest staff member to the Career Services team: Laura Brasch! Laura joined the Career Services team in November of 2022 as the Associate Director of Career Services within the College of Arts & Sciences. She is excited to continue practicing her passions- helping to guide students both professionally and pe…
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169: Thanksgiving Break and the Job Search
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Happy Thanksgiving break! The squad discusses how to use the downtime as a chance to get comfortable with how to use job boards. Plus, we discuss what to say to a family they may or may not be pressing you about your internship/job search. Don’t worry - you’re not too late! (unless you’re in finance, consulting, or tech - in that case you should be…
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This week on CS Radio, the squad discusses another article from The Muse - this time on how to identify a potentially toxic workplace environment! Be wary when a posting uses cute or quirky titles, vagueness in the description, or an extremely broad salary range. Learn about all this and more on this week’s episode! Mentioned in this article: https…
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167: Report from the Austin Film Festival Writer's Conference 2022 with Pete Barry
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Back from a short hiatus, the group discusses Michael’s trip to the Austin Film Festival Writer’s Conference (https://austinfilmfestival.com/) with guest Pete Barry. Join us as we dive into the entertainment industry, a recap of the conference, and what stood out as the industry emerged from the shadow of COVID. Topics include the modern way writer…
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166: First Jobs After College, Navigating Job Offers, FOMO
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Alright, so you made it through the applications and interviews, and now you have some job offers! Michael and Natty go over some FAQs about what to expect from your internship/job offers - while keeping in might that what you do right out of undergrad is rarely what you're going to be doing for your entire future. It’s about transferable skills an…
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165: Gareth Bohn & Susan Visoskas, The Career Services Operations Team
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The boys are back from break! With October underway, we have our first guests of the season! The Career Services Operations team is in-studio as Susan Visoskas (Operations Manager), and Gareth Bohn (Operations Coordinator) discuss their roles and responsibilities in the Career Services office. They discuss how they contribute to the behind-the-scen…
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Quiet Quitting…one of the most talked about topics right now. This week the CS Radio squad discusses what it means, how it ties into our conversation last week, and how to best handle responsibilities that are outside your job description. Mentioned in the episode:https://www.themuse.com/advice/not-everyone-can-quiet-quit Our theme music is “The St…
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163: Workplace and Professional Boundries
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Internships can be demanding, and you want to do your best, but how do you balance boundaries when it comes to also living your life? Join the CS Radio crew as they discuss how the rise in remote opportunities can make setting boundaries more difficult than ever. Also, Michael and Natty share their own unique experiences with workplace balances fro…
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Interviews, Interviews, Interviews! Join the CS Radio squad as they discuss the return of IN-PERSON interviews. Michael and Natty discuss a way to approach body language, comparisons to virtual interviews, and one essential item that you might need to have handy! Questions discussed include: Should I bring a physical copy of your resume? Do I need …
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161: Sam Pasco, Networking, New Media Jobs
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Sam is back! Michael and Natty learn about Sam's Summer and discuss the various in-person opportunities for career advancement happening on campus this semester. Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala, used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. Created by A. Mylène Kerschner & J. Michael DeAngelis Produced by J. Michael DeAngelis & Natty Le…
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160: Returning to Campus, What's New in Career Services
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Season Eight! Michael and Natty catch up on new developments in Career Services since our last episode. Mentioned in this episode: Peer Career Advising Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala, used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. Created by A. Mylène Kerschner & J. Michael DeAngelis Produced by J. Michael DeAngelis & Natty Leach Mixed …
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