The Intentional Intern

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This week I'm joined by Cassidy Chen, a fashion photographer and editorial storyteller who has been photographing for over a decade. She’s shot Paris Fashion Week, is on the 2026 Forbes 30 Under 30 list at just 22 years old, and soo much more.

In today's episode, we talk about:

• How she found her passion for photography
• Realizing her passion could be a career
• How stepping outside her field helped her
• + so much more!

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• Instagram

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Meet Zoie Little, a marine archaeologist in training and content creator behind the platform Zoie Unearthed. With a background in anthropology and a passion for uncovering history beneath the waves, Zoie uses her diving expertise and storytelling skills to shed light on the untold narratives of African ancestors, women on the water, and communities whose stories have been buried both on land and at sea.

In today's episode, we dive into:

• Her work in marine archaeology
• Her mission to find slave ships and document the truth of what was on board
• The powerful spiritual experience of her first night dive at the bottom of the ocean with her community
• + so much more!

Zoie also breaks down fear-mongering around the water, the importance of amplifying the voices of those actually affected by history, and her dream of creating a walk-through experience that no one could ever forget.

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This week I’m joined by Camren Lewin, a recently graduated PhD candidate who studied Black history at the University of Tennessee. With a blend of humor, honesty, and sharp insight, Cam brings a refreshing perspective to the stories that often get left out of the history books.

In today’s episode, Cam and I talk openly about:

• The competitive drive that first pushed her toward a PhD,

• The "vibes-based" approach that guided her research interests,

• The frustrating gaps she noticed in how Black history is taught in schools,

• The role of local politics in shaping educational content,

• so much more!

We also dive into her deep passion for uncovering overlooked narratives within African-American history specifically in Knoxville, Tennessee, and why she believes representation in history matters now more than ever.

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This week I’m joined by Jay, a multidisciplinary designer, photographer, and videographer who blends food, music, and film into one-of-a-kind content. With a background in advertising for major brands, Jay now channels her creativity into personal projects that tell rich, layered stories often with a side of something delicious.In today’s episode, Jay and I talk openly about:

• Her entire journey from rowing up in a chef-led kitchen
• Navigating burnout in the corporate world
• Finding her voice as an independent creator,

+ so much more!

We also dive into her innovative "Taste of Sound" series, where she fuses hip-hop culture with Southern cooking, and explore how she approaches every recipe like a thesis with a message.

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• Visit the Multisensory Taste Website

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This week's interviewee is Andrew Paul McIntosh—AP for short—a VC-backed founder of King of the Curve, an ed-tech company on a mission to help pre-med students study for the MCAT in a way that’s adaptive, affordable, and actually engaging. AP is also a 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree!

In today’s episode, AP and I go far beyond the founder story. We talk about: 

• The hidden habits that power not just successful companies

• Self-concept as a founder’s secret weapon

• The power of white space and shadow work

Plus, the deeper questions facing ed-tech right now:

• What is education actually for?

• How do we rescue ourselves from soundbite culture? 

• What does it mean to truly know the people in your life?

AP is someone whose energy and insight we’ve been excited to share since we first connected at the Forbes 30 under 30 summit last year. Check out his amazing work!

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• AP's LinkedIn

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This week I'm joined by Savannah Campbell, a trained chef and the founder of Caribe & Co., a brand specializing in Caribbean-inspired flavored syrups. She's also has a recipe book that brings Caribbean culture to modern kitchens.

In today's episode, Savannah and I discuss:

• How the idea for Caribbean Co. was born
• Going viral on social media (and how she navigated scaling her business because of it)
• How she balances professionalism with personal storytelling
• Her creative process for developing new syrup flavors and what's next for the brand

+ and so much more!

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• Read Savannah's Story
• Purchase Their Syrups
• Purchase Their New Book!

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This week I'm joined by Dr. Nigel Taylor, a University of Kentucky Ph.D. graduate with research centered around Black love. He also owns Club Vulnerability, a wellness company focused on love, connection, and coaching.

In today’s episode, Nigel and I talk about all things love and connection, starting from his journey to doing that work in the first place. We discuss:

• How he chose do to a Ph.D. (and his topic) in the first place
• What tools are commonly missing from one's emotional toolkit when doing love and connection
• How the foundation of love starts with yourself + his own insights from his experiences
• His journey to building Club Vulnerability

+ so much more!

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• TikTok
• YouTube
• LinkedIn
• Substack
• Club Vulnerability's Website

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This week I’m joined by John Boris, an HR Business Partner and current participant in Nestlé’s HR Development Program. A recent graduate of Florida International University, John has already built an impressive HR foundation through roles at companies like Publix, DHL, Amazon, and Boeing.

In today’s episode, John and I dive deep into his intentional journey through the world of Human Resources. We discuss:

• How he leveraged a public relations education to launch a career in HR
• Navigating multiple internships across different HR specialties to find his fit
• How to thrive in environments where you’re constantly learning

+ so much more!

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This week I’m joined by Mia Kalish, a senior majoring in Environmental Science at the University of Vermont with minors in Writing and Dance. She’s also an artist! She writes music, which you can find on any streaming platform under her name, Mia Kalish!

In today’s episode, Mia and I dive into:

• The beautiful intersection of art and science she has
• How her creative writing makes her a "braver" researcher
• The incredible agroecology research she's conducting to find the "mung bean to rule all mung beans"
• Making science accessible through personal stories

+ so much more!

For those who want to connect with Mia you can find her LinkedIn linked below!

Connect & Collab w/Mia

• LinkedIn
• Mia's Music, right here on Spotify
  

This week I’m joined by Bryce McAllister, an assistant designer at Carter’s Inc. Bryce also owns his own clothing brand called JeansbyBryce: By You and Me.

In today’s episode, Bryce and I talk candidly about his entire journey from high school to the present through

• His journey to finding fashion as his lane
• Changing colleges to give fashion his all
• Amazing opportunities he gained across the way

Plus so much more!

For those who want to connect with Bryce or check out his brand, you can find both links linked down below! 

Connect & Collab w/Bryce

• LinkedIn
• JeansbyBryce: By You and Me.