Michele Tang, Senior studying computer science at Pomona College, shares how participating in high school Policy debate helped her gain new skills and learn about herself during a large life transition. Michele talks about her mindset shift from middle to high school, and how this led her to become involved in various activities in a competitive environment. Tune in to hear about why Michele can talk so fast, the school she avoided during college applications, and if she would redo her impactful experience.

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Rachel Bemis, elementary school teacher and Tell Us Something board member shares her journey to becoming a teacher after a career in real estate lending. Rachel explains how she knew she would be a teacher since Second Grade. However, after having a bad experience at the end of high school, she decided teaching wasn’t for her. Rachel dives into how she came back to teaching, supported herself while getting her degree, and her favorite aspects of teaching in her nine years of experience.

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Marc Moss, Executive Director of Tell Us Something, shares his experience running his first live event for Tell Us Something, a storytelling organization based out of Missoula, MT.

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Joseph Grady, Academic Advisor at the University of Montana shares his recent experience receiving an acting role in Los Angeles. Joseph discusses how meaningful it is to be cast as a Native American and have the ability to impact his role. In addition Joseph touches on how his art including painting, photography, writing, and more ties into his role at the university.

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Jason Sloat, Risk Manager at the University of Montana, shares his story of stopping in Montana on a road trip after college graduation. From that experience, Jason knew he wanted to live in Montana. He shares how life has come full-circle and he is now living on land he bought directly next to the people who first welcomed him to Montana and fulfilling his dream of building a home. Tune in to hear about Jason’s 15 year stay in Chicago, his varied experiences working on ranches, and the experiences too crazy to be called a coincidence.

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Jason Forges, Program Analyst at Cognizant in Missoula, MT, dives into his theme about listening to yourself. Jason speaks about how he got the opportunity to serve in AmeriCorps after college in California or Montana. As his family kept encouraging him to choose California, he took time to listen to himself and realized that Montana is where he needed to be. Jason speaks about why he chose Montana, how he’s grown by living there, and what he thinks being a human means. Tune in to hear about Jason’s advice and some ideas on how you can take time to listen to yourself.

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Sarah Fitzgerald, Covid outreach supporter in Missoula, MT shares about her experience in the Jesuit Volunteer Corp. Post college graduation, Sarah joined the Jesuit Volunteer Corp for a year in St. Louis, MO, and then another year in Billings, MT. Sarah discusses her initial hesitations about the program, the challenges she faced during her time, but more so how it was life-changing and motivated her for years to come. Tune in to hear about how Sarah finds motivation, keys to staying positive, and great mantras for life.

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Shaun Kewal-Ramani, Maryland-based entrepreneur and co-founder of Goodchange, shares how his role as an older brother has truly shaped his actions and impacts all he does. Shaun dives into the ways his brother inspires him to be better, how he started Goodchange and, and how he is always striving to improve. Tune in to hear about Shaun’s genuine belief in people, the goal of Goodchange, and more!

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Gabi Starr, President of Pomona College in Claremont, CA talks about her impactful experiences facing challenges in college. Over the course of the episode Gabi discusses independence, gratitude for those around you, and overcoming the times when you feel small. Tune in to hear about Gabi’s experience playing piano in college, finding ways to pursue varied interests, and the life advice Gabi follows.

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Lauren Brownlee, avid cycler (who recently completed the 2,700 Tour Divide bikepacking race), van life resident, and traveler, discusses her impactful experience working in optical engineering. Lauren dives into her time at a large defense company, obtaining her Master’s Degree to further her career, and why she decided to leave this company. Throughout the podcast Lauren shares her thoughts on work and passions, future goals, and life advice. Tune in to hear about Lauren’s selfie ritual, pursuing what makes you happy, and thinking about what matters.

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