I migliori You Can Do It Too podcast (2024)

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Episode 59: Why The Low Percentages of Black Men In Medicine - Melanin Men in Medicine EP #1 47:03

1y ago47:03

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This episode features my brother Lee Horton, my cohost of Melanin Men In Medicine, a podcasting platform, where we talk about the struggles that black man faces on their journey to medicine...

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Episode 58: Unlike Our Parents, We Have The Opportunity To Be Global Impactors (Munachi Uzodike, MS3) 1:16:03

1+ y ago1:16:03

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In this episode, I get the opportunity to converse with Munachi, an MS3 at Dell Med. We spoke about growing up in Houston as a Nigerian/American, what drives her, and her journey to becoming a physician. Tune in!!!

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Episode 57: Making Sure That My Mother's Sacrifice Is Not In Vain (Alma Rivera - MS3 @Dell) 53:38

1+ y ago53:38

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In this episode, I got the opportunity to converse with the Amazing Alma about her journey from growing up to pursuing her journey to becoming a physician. Coming from a humble background, with hardworking parents who sacrificed a lot for their family, Alma leverage her background as motivation to chase her ultimate dream. Tube In.…

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Episode 56: You Are More Than The Data On Paper (Candice Thompson MD) 43:07

1+ y ago43:07

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In this episode, I got the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Thompson, the Surgeon fellow at Stanford Health Care, sharing her story and her journey to be who she is today.

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Episode 55: Chase Your Calling At All Cost w/ Xena Nam (First year Medical Student @ Dell Medical School) 1:22:21

1+ y ago1:22:21

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In this episode, I bring in the amazing Xena, who talks about the transformation she had to undergo in order to chase her calling. Many times, the people who love us have the tendency to watch us with protective eyes, telling us to stay away from harm's way, and forgetting that sometimes the risk is necessary to get a meaningful reward. Tune in.…

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Episode 54: Take The Jump And Follow Your Dream (3rd Year Medical Student @ UT Austin Dell MS) 1:07:53

1+ y ago1:07:53

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In this episode, I converse with the amazing Nneka, a long-time friend, and a trail brazer. In this episode, we talk about childhood, education, taking the jump, and following her interest.

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6: Thinking Thin with Coach Rosa Smith-Montanaro 34:00

1+ y ago34:00

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In this episode, Coach Rosa Smith- Montanaro and I discuss her unique approach to weight management, and how she integrates the art and science of the subconscious mind to change the way you think. Our thoughts, whether positive or negative, has an effect not only on our mind, but also on our bodies. Rosa believes that our lives are the reflection …

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Episode 53: Do Not Be Afraid To Reinvest Yourself (3rd Year Medical Student @ Dell MS) 59:22

1+ y ago59:22

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In this episode, I get the opportunity to converse with Courtney, a 3rd-year medical student, and a mentor of mine. We spoke about his childhood, his journey to medical school, and some of the challenges that pushed him to be who he is today. Unity heals Fundraiser is still ongoing please donate what you can https://gofund.me/8c7284ae…

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Episode 52: Burn All Bridges And Go Chase Your Dream At All Cost 47:10

1+ y ago47:10

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In this episode, I talk about the different category of challenges that stops many people from chasing their dreams. And how to overcome these obstacles and go at your dream with full force. Tune In. Also if you are interested in the work we are doing with Unity Heals, please check us out @unity_heals and donate what you can!…

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Episode 51: Re-Introducing Me (Your Host) 1:05:18

2y ago1:05:18

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Wow, I took a four months break from this podcast for some life-changing stuff and I am back stronger and driven than ever. I wanted to start SEASON II with a full and transparent introduction about me your host. I have some plans to take this podcat to a higher level. the "WHY" stay the same - to inspire and empower young minority students and pro…

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BONUS Episode: Conversation With Hadja Ousmane Diallo (A 10 yrs old Genius) 42:53

2y ago42:53

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Today, I sat down with a 10 yr old genius to learn a bit about space. Through this conversation, we talked about passions, purpose and I did a lot of learning. Enjoy this amazing conversation and a great bonus episode. As you may know, we just hit episode 50 and the end of Season 1 of You Can Do It Too. I will be taking a break for a few months and…

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Episode 50: Conversation With Bernadette Sylla (MD) (Founder of Bee Project, Guinea and Prediatrics Physician in NJ) 1:19:05

2y ago1:19:05

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FIRST OF ALL: BIG SORRY FOR THE LATE EPISODE (NO EXCUSES, JUST SORRY) In this episode, I had the opportunity to converse with Dr. Bee, a pediatrician and amazing leader in the Non-Profit Industry. In this episode, we go all the way back to her childhood to understand how she was brought up and became the person she is today. Then we dug deeper into…

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Episode 49: Conversation With Fatoumata Diallo (President at Women's Relief Initiative and Foundation Development Assistant @ Clean Air Task Force) 53:16

2+ y ago53:16

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In this episode, I bring in my fiancee; yes you heard, my fiancee. As always, we had an amazing conversation, about us, about her, not only her work but also we dug deeper to learn more about how she became the amazing woman she is. I believe that 2022 will be a great year for the podcast and I want to start it by allowing my audience to know me an…

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Episode 48: Conversation with Abdou Ndiaye (Engineer @Exxonmobil) 1:32:30

2+ y ago1:32:30

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In this episode, I sat down with a friend and brother Abdou Djaye, born in Senegal, and came to the United States to pursue a new life. Driven by the spirit of his ancestor, the wisdom of his culture, he managed to defy the odds, climb his won mountain and build a life, driven per growth and pushing limits.…

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Episode 47: Conversation With Desere Cross Ward (C.E.O at TwoWards Solutions) 55:46

2+ y ago55:46

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In this Episode, I welcome an amazing friend and human being Desere for the second time. She recently took on a leap of faith and start her own empire TwoWards Solutions. Instead of being hired as a freelancer, now enterprises who are her clients will be working for her and her empire (a strategic and bold move). Teaming up and living in Austin wit…

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Episode 46: Conversation With Arushii Nadar (MD Student @UT Southwestern) 1:07:08

2+ y ago1:07:08

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In this episode, I welcome Arushii Nadar, an MS1 from UT Southwestern. In this episode, we talk about her story, growing up, spending time between the US and India, working hard to be where she is today, and her vision for her future.

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Episode 45: Conversation with Ijeoma Ejimandu (C.E.O @ Ivery Arie) 1:36:47

2+ y ago1:36:47

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In this episode, I welcome IJ, an inspiring woman, who grew up between Houston and Nigeria. She then attended Prairie View where she earned her chemical engineering degree. she is currently working at Chevron as an engineer and is the full time CEO for Ivery Arie, a new company with an amazing vision. Tune in to find out. Thanks for tuning in. If y…

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Episode 44: Conversation with Umaru Barrie (MD/PHD Student @ UT Southwestern) 1:01:47

2+ y ago1:01:47

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I had the honor to welcome my brother @umarue Barrie to the show ( one of the most amazing and meaningful conversations I had in my life). He is an MD/Ph.D. student @ the UT Southwestern. He was born in Sierra Leonne and his family evaded the war and moved back to Guinea with nothing. His father found a way to eventually get the family in the US. A…

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Episode 43: Conversation With Benjamen Contesse (Software Engineer at Bliss Point) 51:05

3y ago51:05

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In this episode, I welcome my mentor Ben, a software engineer at Bliss Point Media. he shares his story, how he got to where he is today both his struggles and triumphs. You also get to hear about his family and how they have molded him to be the amazing human being he is today. Tune in.

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Episode 42: Conversation with Mariama Ndao (Global Strategy Advisor) 52:36

3y ago52:36

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In Episode 42 of the You Can Do It Too podcast, I sit with Mariama Ndao, Global Strategy Advisor in an Oil & Gas company. In this episode, she talks about growing up in Senegal and leaving her parent to go on a quest for her own life. Through defying the odds and overcoming obstacles, she finds a way to finance her education and find a sit-around t…

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Episode 41: Conversation with Project Manager (Kodi Agbasi) 38:36

3y ago38:36

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In this episode, I sit down with Kodi, a Project Manager at Apple. In this episode, we talk about his childhood and defying the odds. He is also an entrepreneur and founder of Kegonii, a clothing brand.

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Episode 40: Conversation with Community Activist (Adama Bah) 34:45

3y ago34:45

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This episode features Adama Bah, a community activist in New York working daily to help immigrants facing deportation. One of the defining moments of Adama's life was during her teenage years, the FBI came into her house and took her dad away. In addition to having to step in, be the main earner of the household, and taking care of her siblings, sh…

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Episode 39: Conversation with Philip 66 Financial Analyst (Kory Davison) 38:01

3y ago38:01

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In this episode, I welcome Kory Davison, a financial analyst at Philip 66. We talk about childhood, defying the odds and working to build a career, tune in.

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Episode 38: Conversation with Associate Manager at Tesla (Shantica Dawkins) 36:24

3y ago36:24

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In this great episode, I got the opportunity to talk to Shantica a 10 years marine veteran and an Associate Manager at Tesla. We talk about facing fear, life in the military, and overcoming the odds. Tune in!

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Episode 37: Conversation with Senior Analyst (Tylon Jackson) 37:35

3y ago37:35

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In this episode, I sit down with Tylon Jackson, a senior analyst at Accenture. We talk about his childhood and his determination to focus on school and attend his favorite University as a full-rise engineering student. From college to his full-time job at Accenture, he has been going above and beyond to build systems and make sure that the person c…

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Episode 36: Conversation with Anesthesiology Resident Physician (Dr. Ogundele) 47:39

3y ago47:39

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In this episode, I welcome Dr Ogundele, a resident physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center. She went to Brown for Undergrad and Howard for medical school. we discuss her childhood, how she overcame the challenges she had to go through to get where she is today.

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Episode 35: Software Engineer @ JP Morgan (Clinton Asalu) 31:16

3y ago31:16

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This episode features Clinton Asalu, a software engineer for JP Morgan. In this episode, we talk about life as a student-athlete in college. The motivation and discipline required to shine and how to optimize your time.

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5: Secrets to Success as a Freelancer or Entrepreneur with Marie Rachelle 42:34

3y ago42:34

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In this episode, I chat with Marie Rachelle, The Coach for Aspiring Freelancers. We discuss balancing a career with family, creating a “mission driven” career and much more. After 5 years of working full-time job with a side hustle, Marie took the leap into full-time freelancing and then the next year, took another leap into entrepreneurship and Ma…

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4: Authentic Confidence with Caroline Brewin 44:46

3+ y ago44:46

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In this episode, Caroline Brewin and I discuss how to live your life with authentic confidence. In this episode, Caroline shares her journey from corporate finance to becoming an Executive and Confidence Coach. Some of our discussion includes: Getting past perfectionism to take the leap into entrepreneurship The realities of imposter syndrome Deali…

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3: Gloriously Grateful with Marion Andrews 53:29

3+ y ago53:29

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In this episode, Marion Andrews and I discuss being “Gloriously Grateful” even with a life-threatening illness and how to start living your dreams right now. In this episode, Marion shares how she wrote her book, even though she never really wanted to be a writer plus insights and revelations she uncovered through surviving colon cancer. Some of ou…

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Episode 34: Marketing Manager @ Ford Motor & CO (Cameron Merritt) 50:52

3+ y ago50:52

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In this episode, I get the opportunity to chop it up with an old mentor of mine, the person who literally helped me choose UT for college. we talk about 2020, childhood, college experiences, and life. Tune in!

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Episode 33: Internal Medicine Physician (Michelle Johnson M.D.) 42:09

3+ y ago42:09

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This episode features Dr. Johnson, an internal medicine Doctor from Boston. In this episode, she talks about growing up with her grandmother who taught her the value of education and later pushing to annihilate barriers and finding her place in society.

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Episode 32: Law Student (Chidy Udoye) 38:42

3+ y ago38:42

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In this episode, I sit down with Chidy Udoye, a second-year law student in New York. in this episode, we talk about his childhood, culture, and his journey to law school.

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Episode 31: Internal Medicine Physician (Johnson M.D.) 34:49

3+ y ago34:49

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In this episode, Dr Johnson speaks about her journey to medical school and the advantages of working hard in uncertain times.

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Episode 30: Internal Medicine Physician (Richard Harris, M.D.) 41:11

3+ y ago41:11

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In this episode, we welcome Dr Richard Harris, a physician, and a businessman. He did his medical degree from the University of Texas Health and center and then his residency from the University of Texas Medical Branch of Galveston. Since then he worked in Richmond then came back to Houston at Memorial Hermann. In addition to being a physician, he …

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2: Successfully Writing a Book with Full-Time Responsibilities with Michelle Frechette 36:11

3+ y ago36:11

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In our world where we are staying home more and self-isolating, it can feel like you’re all alone when tackling projects, remote work or being an entrepreneur. How can you write a book, run a business and raise a family? How do you overcome self-doubt that stops you from moving forward with your dreams? In this episode, Michelle Frechette shares pr…

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1: Loving Yourself with Giuliana Melo 53:39

3+ y ago53:39

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Struggling with self-esteem issues? Wondering how to cope with life during these uncertain times? Feeling lost and unsure of who you are? You are not alone! In this episode, our debut episode, we're talking with Giuliana Melo. This serves as an introduction to the You Can Do It too! Podcast. Our host, Michelle Forsyth, shares her experience, strate…

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Episode 29: Software Engineer @ Chase (Mijolae Wright) 39:55

3+ y ago39:55

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In this episode, we talk about childhood stories, legacy, Kobe Bryant, Chadwick Boseman, fitting in society, and more. Tune in.

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Episode 28: Emergency Medicine Physician (Pillow M.D.) 36:46

3+ y ago36:46

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In this episode, we welcome Dr Pillow, an emergency physician at Baylor Medical School.

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Episode 27: VP Development @ Transwestern (Gregory Boler) 44:09

3+ y ago44:09

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This episode features Gregory Boler, Vice President of Development at Transwestern. In this episode, he takes us on a journey from growing up in Philadelphia to taking a leap of faith and creating a home at Transwestern, Tune in.

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Episode 26: Pathology Physician ( Abada M.D.) 37:29

3+ y ago37:29

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Episode 26 features Dr Abada, a Resident in Pathology from Wayne State University. She grew up and earned her medical degree in Nigeria, and then decided to move to the US and pursue her dreams. One of the most amazing stories I have heard.

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Episode 25: Project Design Engineer @ Google (Emeka Ugwu) 49:41

3+ y ago49:41

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Episode 25th features Emeka, a Product Design Engineer at Google. He left Nigeria after high school and came to the US to continue his education. In this episode, he talks about his childhood and his journey to being the man he is today. “B. Excellent” K. SANKOFA (https://youtu.be/aZhF-HSPDXQ) Please support this king!…

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Episode 24: C.E.O @ CJB Management LLC (Jacqueline Andrews) 37:56

3+ y ago37:56

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This episode features Jacqueline Andrews, CEO at CJB Management LLC. In this episode, she talks about her childhood, the people and stories that shaped her, and her entrepreneurial spirit. Tune in

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Episode 23: C.E.O at MUD & CO (Faith Carter) 55:31

3+ y ago55:31

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In this episode, we welcome Faith Carter, the definition of smart, ambitious, and perseverance. Faith tells us about her story, from growing up in Houston to her education at UT Austin, to being laid off from her 6 figure job and deciding to go out there and build her own empire. She is a young entrepreneur with tremendous potential and a leader wi…

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Episode 22: Internal Medicine Physician (Mahalia Smith M.D.) 52:18

3+ y ago52:18

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This episode features Dr. Smith who talks about her childhood and her triumphant journey to become a physician. She is an internist medicine doctor, who has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr Smith is affiliated with multiple hospitals in Houston including Memorial Hermann and clear lake Regional medical center.…

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Episode 21: Software Engineer at Qualcomm (Ejeh Okorafor) 37:35

3+ y ago37:35

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This episode features Ejeh; a software engineer at QUALCOMM. He got his Electrical Engineering degree from the University of Texas at Austin. he shares with us his childhood and his journey to becoming the man he is today. Take a listen! MUSIC at the end: “B. Excellent” K. SANKOFA (https://youtu.be/aZhF-HSPDXQ) Please support this king!…

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Episode 20: Design Engineer at Accenture (Kanor Ebeheakey) 33:39

3+ y ago33:39

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This episode features Kanor; a senior strategy analyst at Accenture. He got his Chemical Engineering degree from the University of Texas at Austin. he shares with us his childhood and his journey to where he is today. MUSIC: “B. Excellent” K. SANKOFA (https://youtu.be/aZhF-HSPDXQ) Please support this king!…

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Episode 19: Family Medicine Physician (Brian Reed M.D.) 37:00

3+ y ago37:00

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In this episode, we welcome Dr. Reed today, who grew up in Sugarland, Texas. and did both his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Michigan. He is a practicing family physician for nearly two decades and is also one of the first hired at the new University Houston medical school, He also served as one of the lead physicians at NRG…