Work That's Worth It

Alex Blumberg started out confused about his career—like so many of us. A big breakup was a wake-up call that landed him in the "right place" at This American Life, where he started to lose track of time, wanted to learn everything, and became really good at something.  

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This confidence boost became the foundation for his entire career as a master storyteller. He went on to build and sell Gimlet Media to Spotify, then made another bold pivot into climate entrepreneurship with Daisy Chain Energy.  

His key insight: the people who know what they're doing don't expect you to fake expertise—they want your energy, enthusiasm, and genuine desire to learn. This conversation reveals why your messy, experimental 20s might be exactly what you need to find work that's truly worth it. 

Resources: 

• Daisy Chain Energy 
• This American Life (radio show/podcast) 
• How to Save a Planet  
  
  

 
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What happens when you graduate wanting to save the world, but everyone keeps telling you there's no money in environmental work? Kristy Drutman faced that exact dilemma at UC Berkeley - diving into anti-fracking activism at 18, only to burn out when her immigrant mother questioned why she was skipping class for unpaid work that wouldn't pay the bills.  

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In this raw conversation, she reveals the harsh reality of environmental careers: the lack of people who look like her in leadership, the expectation to survive on unpaid internships, and why she had to build her own path instead of following traditional routes.  

Kristy shares how she went from frustrated activist to creator of Browngirl Green and the Green Jobs Board, redefining what "green jobs" can be and who gets to have them.  

If you've ever felt torn between doing meaningful work and financial stability, or wondered how to turn your values into a viable career when there's no clear roadmap, Kristy's journey will show you that sometimes the best path is the one you create yourself. 

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What if you had a great, financially lucrative job, but knew that something was missing? Anthony Koithra spent over a decade at Boston Consulting Group—one of the top three strategy firms—working on massive national projects, all while making films on weekends and recruiting 20 colleagues for a 48-hour film festival.
 
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In this honest conversation, Anthony reveals the real grind of consulting life: living out of suitcases, working in airport offices for European airlines, and the constant tension between financial security and creative fulfillment. 
 
Anthony shares how he finally made the leap from a lucrative partner track to full-time animation, why he calls creativity "the hobby that wouldn't die," and his advice for having multiple careers over his working life. 
 
If you've ever felt trapped between what you "should" do and what sets your soul on fire, this episode will give you permission to take the scenic route—and maybe even a roadmap for how to weave in and fund your creative dreams along the way. 

Resources:  

• Boston Consulting Group (BCG)  

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What does it really take to spend 27 years caring for people during their most vulnerable moments - and still wake up excited for work? Nika Claes Terjesen, a native San Franciscan and labor & delivery nurse, shares the unvarnished truth about nursing: the 5:20 AM wake-ups, the life-and-death responsibility, and why you literally can't have an off day when babies' lives are in your hands.  

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In this honest conversation, she reveals what nursing school won't tell you, how nurses survive financially in expensive cities like San Francisco, and why her profession has something most corporate jobs lack - genuine support systems and true work-life boundaries.  

Nika explains why nursing offers both deep meaning and financial stability, what it's like to be someone's advocate in their most sacred moments, and why after nearly three decades, she still feels privileged to touch so many lives. 

Ever wondered what it takes to build a career around genuine human connection, this episode will show you what that looks like in practice. 

 Resources: 

• California Nurses Association (CNA) 
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification 
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) 

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What if everything you've been told about sustainable fashion is actually impossible? Dr. Christina Dean, who's been fighting this battle for 20 years, doesn't sugarcoat the truth: fashion and sustainability are fundamentally at odds, yet she's built two organizations dedicated to proving change is possible.  

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In this raw conversation, Christina shares the brutal financial reality of building a social enterprise (spoiler: she couldn't pay her kids' school fees from this work), why she thinks starting your own nonprofit is usually a mistake. Plus, her strategy for real change: getting into the boardrooms of the 20 fashion giants that control 97% of the industry.  

 If you've ever wondered whether sustainable fashion is just marketing hype or want to understand what it really takes to create systemic change in a $2 trillion industry, this episode will give you the unvarnished truth from someone who's been in the trenches for two decades. 

Resources: 

• The R Collective 

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What if everything you've been told about following your passion is actually holding you back from finding truly meaningful work? Jeremy Schifeling from Khan Academy completely flips the script on career advice, revealing why he hires people based on what they can DO, not what they're passionate about—and why starting with passion is just like chasing a big salary.  

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In this eye-opening conversation, he shares his journey from being a "thoroughly mediocre" kindergarten teacher in Brooklyn to becoming a marketing leader helping millions access free education, proving that your biggest career pivots often come from unexpected layoffs and trial-and-error discovery.  

Jeremy's contrarian take on mentorship, his "portfolio career" philosophy, and his brutal honesty about figuring out your strengths will challenge everything you think you know about building a meaningful career.  

If you've ever felt stuck trying to force yourself into the "right" path or wondered how to actually discover what you're good at, this episode will give you permission to experiment your way to work that's worth it. 

 
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What happens when a CEO who helped build Old Navy from a startup into an $8 billion company decides to flip venture capital on its head? Dawn Dobras reveals the shocking truth: 93% of venture capital goes to men, and she's built a fund that's 70% female investors to change that.
 
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In this episode, Dawn Dobras exposes why most startup founders get ghosted by VCs (hint: it's not your pitch deck), shares the brutal math behind venture funding (1,000 deals reviewed, only 1-3 funded), and reveals exactly what she looks for beyond the typical metrics.

Plus, she drops game-changing advice on how students are breaking into VC right now without connections or trust funds - including the "shadow portfolio" strategy that's getting MBAs hired.

If you're interested in VC, micro-investing as an Angel investor, or working at a women-led start-up -- this is your episode as Dawn will give you the inside scoop.

Resources:

• Capital F Fund
• The Council
• Archive Resale
• Forerunner Ventures

 
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What if ending homelessness wasn't actually that complicated? Amy King, co-founder of Pallet, isn't just building a social enterprise; she's proving you can tackle massive societal problems while building a profitable business that attracts serious investors.  

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In this episode, she breaks down why most world-changing ideas never get off the ground (hint: people make them too complicated), reveals her "sphere of influence" strategy for turning big dreams into actionable plans, and shares how she built a powerhouse team of mentors.  

 Amy's approach to visionary thinking combined with grounded strategy will completely shift how you think about your own 90,000 hours and what's actually possible when you find your one word to guide your career. 

 
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Ever feel frustrated watching friends chase high-paying jobs while ignoring meaningful impact? You're not alone. In this candid solo episode, I tackle the question that keeps coming up at every speaking event: "How do I convince my peers to prioritize purpose over just salary?"
 
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Drawing from a powerful conversation at Stanford and my three-phase judgment framework, I'll reveal why trying to change others' career choices is actually counterproductive—and I will share what actually works. 
 
If you've ever wondered whether you should speak up about friends' career choices or just focus on your own path, this episode will completely shift your perspective. 

Resources
 
Poly Market
OECD Research
LinkedIn
Instagram
The OpED Project 

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From caddying for golfers at age 12 to managing a 1,000-person team at Citi Bike and now co-founding a climate-focused venture capital fund, Laura Fox's career journey exemplifies what's possible when curiosity drives your decisions instead of fear.

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 In this captivating conversation, Laura shares how she transformed Citi Bike into a +$100M business while making sustainable transportation accessible to millions, before pivoting to invest in groundbreaking climate solutions for urban environments. 

Drawing wisdom from her grandmother's appreciation for life's small wonders, Laura reveals why the "forest path" approach to career building—following your interests rather than a straight line—has allowed her to make both meaningful impact and financial success throughout her journey. 

Whether you're considering business school, wondering how to evaluate career pivots, or curious about the climate tech investment landscape, Laura's refreshing perspective on embracing challenges will inspire you to approach your own 90,000 hours with renewed purpose.

Resources:

• NYU Stern
• Boston Consulting Group 
• http://www.sidewalklabs.com/
• City Bike (Lyft)
• Climate Tech VC Resources
• Ted Talk

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