Host Rachel Buenaobra ’18 chats with financial advisor Tyler Richards ’14 about how to start investing with confidence. From stocks and bonds to risk, time, and financial goals at every life stage, this episode breaks down the essentials—plus myths, the FIRE movement, and what to expect from a financial advisor. Whether you're just starting out or want to grow your strategy, you'll walk away with clear, actionable tips to move forward.

How do you turn your liberal arts education into a career asset? In this episode of After Augie Podcast, host Brittany Burk ’15 sits down with Laura Kestner-Ricketts, Executive Director of Career and Professional Development at Augustana, to explore how alumni can confidently communicate the value of their liberal arts background. From selling your skillset in interviews to tailoring your résumé, this episode is packed with advice and practical tools to help you succeed in any industry.

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Welcome to a special edition of the After Augie Podcast! In this month's episode, Alex Mayszak '13 sits down with Claire Brakel Packer and Beth Ford from Augie's CORE office. It's known that CORE supports careers, opportunities, research and exploration for current students, but they also have various ways of supporting alumni. Listen along to learn more about how CORE can help you navigate finding a career, making a career change, dealing with the adversities that can arise and more.

Join us for an episode on cash flow, budgeting, and personal finance hosted by Rachel Buenaobra '18 with Eric Huizinga '19 as our guest! Eric is an associate wealth management advisor for Omada Wealth Management. For more information and disclosures, please go to omadawealth.com. Eric loves to talk personal finance and can be reached at [email protected] for further inquiries. To get started on your personal finance journey, he has even provided a free budget template for you to use!

This month, Ashley Marcinkus ‘20 interviewed Emily Kaczmarek ‘14. Emily’s shares about her career in real estate, discusses the importance of finding a good-fit agent, and provides the dos and don'ts for first-time home buyers. If owning a home is on your bucket list, this episode is for you!

This month's episode features Schultz '10, interviewed by Alexis Hutson '17. Jason Schultz graduated from Augustana College in 2010 with degrees in Political Science and Asian Studies, along with a history minor. Currently, he serves as Manager of Sustainability at ALDI, Inc., where he plays a pivotal role in steering the company's strategic vision to support nonprofits addressing critical issues such as food insecurity, children's health and wellness, diversity, equity and inclusion, and disaster relief. In addition to overseeing employee volunteering initiatives, he is dedicated to enhancing overall employee engagement. Tune in as Jason and Alexis discuss his story and reminisce about all things Augie!

In this month’s episode of the After Augie Podcast, Katie Groswold ’20 sits down with host Evan Sammons ’20 to share her transformative journey from Augustana student to passionate educator. They chat about Katie's life-changing experiences traveling with the Augustana Choir and Chamber Choir, exploring how those adventures built on her love for music. Katie delves into her discovery of a calling to teach, inspired by recognizing needs and stepping up to make a difference.

This month, Ashley Marcinkus ‘20 interviews Shannon Domski ‘18 (you may recognize her last name)! During the episode, they discuss Shannon’s non-traditional experience, unique ways of engaging with Augie after graduation, and how her passion for helping others led to her career as a financial advisor. To conclude, Shannon has great words of wisdom to share with graduates of all ages!

In this month's episode, Alex Mayszak '13 sits down with Jackie Celske '10, who has navigated varied career experiences to leverage the creation of her own business, The Prose Co. Jackie is passionate about sharing stories through her work, serving others, and acknowledges how her time at Augustana shaped these perspectives. Hear more about the specifics of Jackie's journey and more as you listen!

GOLD Council member Alexis Hutson '17 is back in the host chair for this month's podcast, and she's joined by two of her closest Augie friends, Dominique Hartsfield and Jawan Straughter. In this month's episode, the trio dives into the realities of life after graduation, including wedding planning. They also reflect on how their time at college helped shape who they are today—discussing the personal growth they experienced, the importance of networking with faculty and peers, and how those relationships have continued to impact their lives. Plus, they share insights on transitioning into their careers and the challenges they've faced along the way.