This episode is extra special because we’re celebrating Robert’s 23rd birthday! We reflect on what we learned from 22 – a year filled with significant uncertainty as well as multiple adjustments – and discuss what we hope to manifest for 23. Victoria also drops a surprise near the end of the episode!

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As aftergrads, we know how difficult it can be to make the transition from academia to adulthood with the constant challenge of finding our home away from home. Join us for a conversation about overcoming homesickness, creating comfortable spaces in our immediate environment, and navigating the desire to escape our homes.

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In a failed attempt to make a profit by investing in cryptocurrency through a seemingly secure source, we got scammed out of $2500. This is our story.

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In this episode, we highlight individuals who are actively living out their truth and mastering the Aftergrad moment across multiple industries, including business, finance, healthcare, music, and education. We talk about the different sectors, institutions, and circumstances they navigate and observe how their stories relate to ours and reflect the Aftergrad journey. The allegory of the Aftergrad normalizes taking risks, pursuing what we love, and strengthening communities through our work. Tune in to learn how these leaders are leaving a mark in their industries and applying what we Aftergrads believe in.

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Allegory of the Cave: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQfRdl3GTw4

Featured Aftergrads:

Richard Craib (Founder and CEO of Hedge Fund)

• Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8A4mDbdGp0&t=145s


• Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/profile/richard-craib/?sh=278a9e6d706f

Kashish Juneja (Entrepreneur)

• Voyage LA Article: http://voyagela.com/interview/hidden-gems-meet-kashish-cinque-juneja-holliday-aura-tea-coffee/


• LinkedIn Post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/activity-6886784382804357120-mXQS


• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queennkashh/?hl=en

Aditi Mayer (Blogger and Activist)

• Fashion Blog: ADIMAY.com


• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aditimayer/

Valentina Voight (Designer)

• Complex News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cljgNzalbXA&t=20s


• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voightbyvalentina/

Steve Lacey (Musician)

• TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUnmrQfdYpg&t=75s


• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/57vWImR43h4CaDao012Ofp

Kahlil Greene (Historian and Activist)

• Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/10/20/kahlil-greene-yale-admissions-trump-administration/


• Harvard Business Review:https://hbr.org/2021/06/dear-ceos-a-gen-zers-open-letter-to-his-future-employers


• Personal Website: https://www.kahlilgreene.com/

Nadya Okamoto (Social Entrepreneur)

• Website: https://www.nadyaokamoto.com


• Activism: https://period-action.org/education


• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadyaokamoto 

Happy New Year, Aftergrads! Let's be real with ourselves this year. After graduating college, it's a beautiful moment to take in all the possibilities and opportunities, but what if our plan doesn’t happen?! What if the opportunity doesn't make you happy?! What if you're not accepted?! As Aftergrads, we must be prepared for the unexpected outcome in order to maintain our mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. In 2022, we want to focus on conceptualizing the true beauty of this changing moment and work on the controllable aspects of our lives to enhance the experiences that lead us to our aspirations. 

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In this week’s episode, we’re reflecting on our good, bad, and memorable interview experiences while sharing lessons that we learned in 2021. We know how stressful interviews can be, so we wanted to share personal examples of how we choose to show up authentically throughout the aftergrad interview process.

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This week is all about finding your passions, or trying to at least. In this episode, we reflect on our Thanksgiving Holiday, pulse check our mental health, and discuss how we are finding small ways to write our own story through niche interests.

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Welcome to The Aftergrad Podcast, a show where Robert Cain and Victoria Gilbert unpack the aftergrad journey. In the first episode, Robert and Victoria discuss how they first met during high school, what led them to start this podcast, and who exactly is an aftergrad.

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Everyone talks about life as an undergrad and how college will prepare us for the inevitable challenges of adulthood. But what about the life we live after graduating from high school, college, or other preordained milestones. The Aftergrad Podcast is a platform for individuals navigating the early stages of adulthood with a desire to live out their passions or those wishing to reflect on a younger version of themselves while considering new opportunities for the future. Regardless of where you find yourself on your aftergrad journey, we encourage you to follow your dreams despite the societal pressures that may invalidate the vision you see for yourself. This is a safe space for open, honest conversations about the good, bad, and ugly aspects of adulthood. Completing a degree is a start, but there are countless other components to living life as an aftergrad. The show’s co-hosts, Robert Cain and Victoria Gilbert, share personal anecdotes and lessons learned as they live, laugh, and find clarity in the aftergrad journey. New episodes coming soon!