California Teacher

What does teaching look like on the progressive West Coast? After exploring education in a red state last week, we turn our microphone toward the challenges and rewards of teaching in San Francisco—one of America's most expensive blue cities.

Amy Brownstein Lum shares 25 years of wisdom as a literacy specialist who helps struggling readers navigate the complexities of language, and talks about the financial realities of teaching in an astronomical housing market as she breaks down the salary structure.

Learn about the Wilson Method https://www.wilsonlanguage.com/announcements/orton-gillingham-and-wilson-reading-system-what-you-need-to-know/

What is Orton–Gillingham system? https://www.understood.org/en/articles/orton-gillingham-what-you-need-to-know

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NYC Real Estate Agent

Maggie Kent of Core Real Estate, shares her journey from growing up in a real estate family in Canada to becoming a successful agent in New York City's competitive luxury market. A business where the barrier to entry is low but earning potential is high. Listen to the conversation about this commission-based job.

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Theatre Director

What’s it really like to build a career as a theater director? In this episode, Mirav sits down with two-time Obie Award winner Oliver Butler to pull back the curtain on the job of directing for the stage—from Off-Broadway hustle to national acclaim with What the Constitution Means to Me.

Oliver shares the career highs (creative freedom, incredible collaborators) and the lows (spoiler alert: directing theater doesn’t always pay the rent). If you’ve ever dreamed of a career in the arts or are navigating a career change into something more creative, this episode is packed with refreshingly honest career insight.

From his early days as a backstage kid to directing on Broadway, Oliver proves that carving your own path is messy, magical, and totally worth it. Tune in for an inside look at the job of a director and the balancing act between passion and paycheck.

Oliver's instagram page https://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=oliverbutler

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Florida Teacher

In this episode, Danielle Goodman from Florida joins Mirav to talk about the state of teaching. Florida is a difficult place to be a teacher: factors like low earnings and the cultural climate make a challenging job even harder. In spite of the challenges, countless educators choose to stay and make a difference in the lives of our nation's next generation. Tune in to learn more about teaching as a career and the nuanced story of America's teachers today. 

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Radio jobs,  on-air & traffic controller 

Ever wonder what it’s like to turn a love of music into an actual job? In this episode, Adam Schartoff shares his unexpected career as a traffic director AND on-air personality, at independent radio station WKZE. 

Adam talks about the magic of radio, the creative thrill of curating music, and the real connection that happens when you speak into a mic and someone out there hears exactly what they needed. Whether you're thinking about a shift into broadcasting or just curious about the behind-the-scenes world of independent radio, Adam offers great career insight and advice for breaking into the industry.

Tune in and hear how this radio guy found his voice—and maybe get inspired to find yours too.

WKZE Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=wkze 

instagram - https://www.instagram.com/981kze/

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TV Camera Woman 

What does it take to capture the perfect shot on your favorite TV shows? Lisa Rosenberg pulls back the curtain on her remarkable long career as a TV camera operator, in the studio and on location. She shares stories that most viewers never get to see. Perhaps most fascinating are Lisa's candid observations of celebrities and their treatment of  the crew. She distinguishes between those who acknowledge the humanity of technical staff and those who don't .

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Imaging Technologist

When the doctor says, “Let’s take a look”—that’s where Tom O’Neill steps in. As a seasoned imaging technologist, Tom’s job is to operate the high-tech machines behind X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. It’s a career that blends science, patient care, and just the right dose of calm-under-pressure.

In this episode, Tom shares career insights about what it really takes to work in medical imaging—from knowing your anatomy and physics to being on your feet (literally) all day. But the biggest reward? Helping patients get the answers they need on the road to recovery.

If you're curious about a job in healthcare that mixes tech, science, and compassion, this one’s got your name on it. Tune in!

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

ARRT - Find an educational program

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Radiologic Technologists

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Digital Nomad

Ever dreamt of taking your job on the road—and we don’t mean commuting to the next town over? In this episode, Mirav chats with her friend Caleb Price, a true digital nomad who swapped the 9-to-5 grind for a career that fits in a backpack.

Caleb shares career insights on how he got started teaching English in South Korea and Thailand, and how that eventually evolved into remote work while living in places like Oaxaca, Mexico. From teaching to freelancing, Caleb dishes out tips on the types of jobs digital nomads can do, how to find them, and what it’s really like living—and working—abroad.

Thinking of a career change that lets you explore the world while still paying the bills? This episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration for anyone curious about the digital nomad lifestyle. Tune in and start imagining WiFi with a view!

Check out Caleb's blog!

Harvard Business Review - How to Become a Digital Nomad

Adventure Teaching

Dave's ESL Cafe

Global Work & Travel

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Lighting Designer

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes to create the magical atmosphere of a Broadway show? Four-time Tony Award winner Kevin Adams pulls back the curtain on the fascinating world of theatrical lighting design in this illuminating conversation about his unexpected career journey. The most eye-opening revelation comes when Adams explains how Broadway designers actually make their (big) money. 

Resources

https://calarts.edu/

https://tisch.nyu.edu/design/course-offerings/lighting-design

https://calarts.edu/academics/programs-and-degrees/mfa-lighting-design

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 Systems Engineer

This week we’re joined by Johanna Siegel, a systems engineer working on some of the most exciting missions in space today. As part of a team contracted by NASA, Joanna helps with the medical needs of the astronauts, design and assess hardware for the Artemis missions to the Moon. From evaluating complex components to ensuring everything works together seamlessly. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to support astronauts, explore space, and aim for the stars.

NASA - Fundamentals of Systems Engineering

Embry-Riddle - What is Systems Engineering?

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