At This Time

At This Time … we’re exploring the messy middle of AI adoption with Aaron Cuny, co-founder of AI for Equity. From using AI as a “sparring partner” in job interviews to rethinking quality control when your team is half-human, half-robot, Aaron makes the case for a blended approach. He shares how school systems can hire for AI fluency and creativity, why “don’t bring a PowerPoint—bring a prototype” should be the new workplace motto, and what the next school year means for AI in education. This one’s equal parts practical tips and future-gazing.

Host: Eric DeSobe; IG: / edesobe

Guest: Aaron Cuny; add him on LinkedIn

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At This Time... we go back to the early days of a founding school with Anoli Patel, who knows what it’s like to build a team from scratch when the stakes are sky-high. She shares the must-have traits she looks for in new hires, why scenario-based “pressure tests” can separate theory from reality, and how humility can be as important as skill. Plus: how AI could change the hiring game—and why even the smartest chatbot still can’t handle a classroom of 6-year-olds.

At This Time... we’re talking all things internships in Hollywood with Ricardo Sanchez, Jr. from Lionsgate (the studio behind such hits as John Wick and The Hunger Games). From sports journalism dreams to building one of the most respected intern programs in the biz, Ricardo shares how he helps young talent break into the entertainment industry — without needing to step in front of a camera. Hear why interns aren’t just coffee-fetchers (they're pitching real campaigns!) and how Lionsgate is using Gen Z insight to shape the future of content.

Spoiler: Your favorite summer blockbuster might just have intern fingerprints on it.

Host: Eric DeSobe; add him on LinkedIn

Guest: Ricardo Sanchez, Jr.; add him on LinkedIn

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At This Time... we’re stepping into the brilliant, intentional world of When We Gather—a consulting practice led by Dr. LeAnna Majors and Chinedu Udeh that’s changing how Black women lead, rest, and reclaim purpose at work. In this first-ever three-person pod, we dig into why their cohort model is essential, how it helps leaders stop second-guessing themselves, and what collective liberation actually looks like at Google, nonprofits, or anywhere else. Plus: what future cohorts might look like—and why they're just getting started.

Join their latest cohort today! Register here.

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At This Time... Ron Rapatalo pulls no punches about today’s brutal job market in K–12 ed and nonprofits. He breaks down why roles feel scarce (spoiler: remote + flexible = hypercompetitive), how AI is both a gift and a gamble, and why “just starting your own search firm” isn’t the silver bullet you think it is. From redefining candidate experience to surviving as a multi-hyphenate, Ron brings sharp takes, real talk, and a reminder that the human touch still matters—even if your ATS thinks otherwise.

Want more of Ron?

Check out his podcast RONderings

At This Time... Richard Leong just landed a role at Google, and he's here to spill the (well-structured, thoughtfully prepared) tea. From prepping with ChatGPT to navigating Google's surprisingly human interview process, Richard shares how he stayed authentic while chasing one of tech’s most coveted roles. Plus: why he's voluntarily commuting more than required, and how he's using LinkedIn to pay it forward with insight and honesty. If you're dreaming of Google, don’t miss this one.

Host: Eric DeSobe; IG: / edesobe

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At This Time … ever wondered what happens when a fifth-grade math and science teacher swaps lesson plans for LinkedIn strategy? Stephanie Yesil takes us on her unexpected journey from the classroom to corporate, then to entrepreneurship—where she now helps educators pivot into new careers.

From decoding job descriptions to translating "teacher speak" into corporate lingo, Stephanie spills the secrets to career shifts without going back to school. Plus, she dishes on why EdTech hiring is shifting fast—and where teachers should actually be looking for their next move.

Host: Eric DeSobe; IG: / edesobe

Guest: Stephanie Yesil; add her on LinkedIn

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At This Time ... David Radcliff reminds us that “back to the office” often means “back to exclusion.”

In this wide-ranging conversation, the writer and advocate unpacks how COVID temporarily gave everyone the accommodations disabled folks had long fought for—only to see them rolled back. He shares insights on ableism in hiring, the myth of the “culture fit,” and why real inclusivity means rethinking everything from mentorship to job design. Also, turns out Columbo > Poker Face.

Host: Eric DeSobe; IG: / edesobe

Guest: David Radcliff; add him on LinkedIn

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At This Time … we’re pulling back the curtain on the actual job market in education. Josh Czupryk—aka the “Jobs Blast Guy”—shares how a favor for friends turned into the K-12 job list everyone’s talking about.

From building a hand-coded spreadsheet to serving over 12,000 subscribers, Josh reveals the real barriers to equitable hiring, why your resume probably needs an overhaul, and how AI can be your best interview coach. Oh, and he’s never charged a dime for access.

Click play—you might just land your dream role.

Host: Eric DeSobe; IG: / edesobe

Guest: Josh Czupryk; add him on LinkedIn; sign up at: https://www.k12jobsblast.org/

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At This Time... we go behind the hiring curtain with Leandro Otero, who's interviewed over 10,000 candidates and still has stories to tell. From placing teachers at Teach For America to hiring at Spotify, Leandro shares real talk on what makes a candidate stand out (hint: it’s not your resume font). He dishes on how to get noticed without cold-spamming recruiters, why "fake it till you make it" has limits, and the unexpected power of showing up for others without expecting a return. If you're job-hunting or just career-curious, this episode is your cheat code.

Host: Eric DeSobe; IG: / edesobe

Guest: Leandro Otero; add him on LinkedIn

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