The Career Channel (Audio)
by UCTV
Advice on finding a new career or advancing in your field. Powered by UC San Diego Extension, The Career Channel is an unbiased provider of information, tools and experts to help people at all stages of their career journey. Visit: uctv.tv/careers
Episodes
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Becoming a Perinatologist: One Doctor’s Path
Gladys (Sandy) Ramos, M.D., is a UC San Diego Health perinatologist and professor who cares for patients with complex pregnancies, including those affected by diabetes. She explains how immigrating from Peru, learning from her grandmother and wanting to serve Spanish-speaking communities shaped…
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Side by Side: From Mexicali to Electrical Engineering
Grecia Paola Siono Gutierrez and Jose Enrique Siono Gutierrez share how family, mentorship and community shaped their path from Mexicali to studying electrical engineering at UC San Diego. The siblings describe beginning at community college, transferring together and adjusting to classrooms…
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Alex Chaim: Building a Life and Community in Science
RNA damage, mentorship and the realities of building a career in science come together in Alex Chaim's work and personal journey. Chaim, principal investigator of the Chaim Lab and assistant professor of cell and developmental biology at UC San Diego, studies whether damage to RNA may contribute…
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Growth Fund: The Rady School of Management
Dean Bob Sullivan of UC San Diego’s Rady School of Management describes how its curriculum was developed to support San Diego’s high tech, life science and information industries and introduces Beth Anne Baber, a cancer researcher who used her Rady MBA to launch the Nicholas Conor Institute for...
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Social Science Careers in Climate Action
Climate action needs more than great science, it needs people who understand how communities, institutions, and policy actually change. The Climate Action Lab in UC San Diego’s School of Social Sciences spotlights alumni building climate careers across sustainability, climate, and public policy....
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How to be Remarkable with Guy Kawasaki
Guy Kawasaki, chief evangelist of Canva and a former Apple evangelist who helped market the Macintosh in 1984, shares his 10 tips for writing your own story forward. A New York Times bestselling author, Kawasaki uses reinvention and resilience as a framework for decision-making in personal and...
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Extended Studies: Lifelong Learning That Expands Opportunity
UC San Diego’s Division of Extended Studies broadens the university’s public impact by connecting campus expertise to the evolving needs of people and workplaces. Dean Hugo Villar, Ph.D., M.B.A., describes a mission centered on lifelong learning that helps individuals build skills, pursue new...
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The Squiggly Line with Katelyn Jetelina
How do you navigate a nonlinear, “squiggly line” career in science and public health? Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, an epidemiologist and scientific communicator, explores challenges of science communication within academia—from cultural resistance to misaligned incentives—and why so much vital research...
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Student Success in a Changing Job Market: Career Technical Education
A Parent’s Guide to San Diego Schools is a valuable, research-driven resource that helps families navigate school choices with confidence. This year, the guide takes a deeper look at the powerful role Career Technical Education (CTE) plays in shaping student success beyond the classroom. In a...
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Insider's View on the Evolution of Impact Investing
What is impact investing? Silicon Valley venture capitalist Nancy Pfund talks about her career in finance and what shaped her life. In this spirited conversation with Stephen Morris, the San Francisco Bureau Chief of The Financial Times, Pfund spoke about the influence of her parents—her father…
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A Career in Latin Music: Darlene Lopez
Darlene Lopez shares her inspiring journey in the business world, offering valuable insights into career growth, mentorship, and navigating the corporate landscape. Drawing from her experiences at Apple and TikTok, she discusses how these roles shaped her leadership style, approach to...
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The Future of Work with Pedro Manrique
Pedro Manrique discusses the evolving landscape of work, emphasizing the importance of asynchronous collaboration across time zones and the integration of AI as a tool to enhance productivity. He highlights the need to embrace disruption and technology while maintaining a human-centric approach....
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Brewing Brilliance: Beer Study and Practice
Eager to embark on a brewing career? Join Charles W. Bamforth, Glen Patrick Fox, Lindsey Barr, Jonathan Hughes, and Kelly Nielsen as they delve into the essential skills required for success in the dynamic world of beer. From mastering sensory studies to honing problem-solving abilities, discover...
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Careers in the Brewing Industry
Thinking about changing careers and have an interest in brewing? Have you considered getting into the brewing industry? Kelly Nielsen, Ph.D, discusses the expanding field of brewing, the pathways into a career in the brewing industry, and the skills you will need to be successful. Series: "Career...
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Finding Your Why in Healthcare: Lessons from Dr. Kama Guluma
Kama Guluma, MD, shares his journey and insights into medicine and education. Guluma provides personal anecdotes, including his childhood in Liberia, his father's impact as a physician, and charting his own path to emergency medicine specialist. The conversation delves into the importance of...
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Gender Inequality in the Workplace: A Conversation with Elizabeth Campbell
Join Elizabeth L. Campbell, Ph.D., and Sherry Seethaler, Ph.D., for an in-depth discussion of gender inequality in organizations and careers. They examine research on pay gaps, mentorship, and systemic solutions. Campbell highlights the significance of female mentors and sponsors, especially in...
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Connecting Passion to Purpose with Neville Billimoria - Career Talks
"When we can align what we love, with what we are good at, with what the world needs, and what others find valuable, we can unleash our true potential and purpose on this planet," says UC San Diego alum Neville Billimoria. He shares his journey from college to career and shares his tips for…
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Top Jobs in San Diego County 2023-2033
How do you find a fulfilling job with opportunities for advancement and financial stability? One way is to use data that looks at which industries are growing and what it takes to land that job. Kelly Nielsen, Ph.D, analyzes the job landscape in San Diego County over the next 10 years. Series:...
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Connect with a Click: Effective Virtual Networking
When it comes to moving into a career you love, cultivating relationships is critical. In today’s world of work, it’s easier than ever to make new professional connections with a simple click of a button. Hear from experts as they share why the word “networking” makes most people cringe and how…
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Resources for Startups During COVID-19
How is COVID-19 affecting the startup ecosystem? Alexa Rae Navarro, executive director of Startup San Diego, joins Phil Blair to discuss pandemic resources for startups and how entrepreneurs can find their path. Series: "Career Channel" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Show ID: 36135]
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Using Data to Improve City Services During COVID-19
How can cities pinpoint and respond to citizen needs during a pandemic? Kirby Brady, director of the Performance and Analytics Department for the City of San Diego, explains how San Diego is leveraging data to improve city services and innovate traditional city processes. Series: "Career Channel"...
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Getting a Pulse on the Economy: Using Data to Drive Change in Policy Job Training and Work Life Balance
What insights can data provide during a time of crisis? How can research make a change in our everyday lives? An expert panel takes a look at the data we can and cannot access during the COVID-19 pandemic, how data can point to solutions and support for students and workers, and how data can be...
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Restructuring the Economy During and After COVID-19
Ray Major, chief economist at SANDAG, talks with Phil Blair about the economic impacts of COVID-19 in San Diego. He shares how data is driving decisions and how the future of San Diego will be shaped by this economic crisis. Series: "Career Channel" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Show ID: 35993]
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The Impacts of COVID-19 on San Diego's Economy
The impacts of COVID-19 on San Diego's economy have been swift and far-reaching. Eduardo Velasquez, director of research at the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation (EDC) joins Phil Blair to discuss the results of an ongoing survey of local businesses that highlights the immediate...
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Employment Trends and Job Seeker Resources During COVID-19
The economic impacts of the COVID-19 epidemic are rapidly revealing themselves - job loss, stock market crashes, financial instability and more. How is San Diego, and the nation at large, coping and responding? Peter Callstrom of the San Diego Workforce Partnership shares resources for job…
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Careers and Coronavirus - An HR Perspective
How do pandemics affect the world of work? Heather Whitley joins Phil Blair to discuss how COVID-19 is affecting employers and employees. Hear an HR perspective on the immediate impacts to job seekers, sectors where we are gaining and losing jobs, changing views on flexible schedules, how the...
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ISAs in San Diego - Workforce Frontiers Symposium 2019
San Diego Wokrforce Partnership's Andy Hall shares how ISAs (income sharing agreements) are creating sustainable workforce development financing. Series: "Career Channel" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Education] [Show ID: 35382]
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How Data is Bringing Career Connections to the Classroom - Workforce Frontiers Symposium 2019
How do we engage a community with research? The San Diego Workforce Partnership's Sarah Burns discusses employment opportunities in San Diego's priority sectors and the tools being developed to communicate those opportunities to job seekers, educators, students, and more. Series: "Career Channel"...
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Immigrant Integration: A Social and Economic Imperative - Workforce Frontiers Symposium 2019
Immigrants and refugees represent nearly a fourth of San Diego County - and nearly $20 billion dollars in earning power. Workforce planning and development needs to create strategies to integrate the talent of these individuals into our community and businesses. Dyna R. Jones and Rahmatullah...
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Racial Equity and the Economic Reality of Workers - Workforce Frontiers Symposium 2019
Ethnic and racial diversity is a key strength in workforce development as well as moral imperative. How can we better match skills to opportunity? Molly Bashay, state policy analyst for the National Skills Coalition, explains how better workforce policies are needed to advance equity. Series:...
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Quality Jobs: A Pathway to the American Dream - Workforce Frontiers Symposium 2019
The Aspen Institute's Mark Popovich examines the ways employers can leverage quality jobs to impact quality of life for their employees. He advocates changing the narrative around workers/employers as well as supporting policy changes to "raise the floor" and "build the ladders." Series: "Career...
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Gentry Patrick: True Access to Opportunity - Opportunity Summit 2019
From the viewpoint of a community leader who made the journey from Compton to a University of California professorship, Dr. Gentry Patrick considers the difference between an open door and true access. Series: "Career Channel" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Education] [Show ID: 34908]
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Radical Opportunity: Unleashing the Talent of Young Adults - Opportunity Summit 2019
Two of Americas corporations, Gap Inc. and Hyatt Hotels, have set ambitious goals for hiring, mentoring and promoting opportunity youth. Meet the women who are leading these initiatives from the c-suite and learn why these employers see opportunity youth as a strategic investment. Each leader is...
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The Local Impact of Justice Involvement - Opportunity Summit 2019
Deme Hill discusses how to authentically engage youth. She examines justice systems and social services systems can be effective partners for change. Series: "Career Channel" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Show ID: 34910]
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Laying the Groundwork: Opportunity Youth in Our Region - Opportunity Summit 2019
The OpportunitySD Leadership Council shares the latest opportunity youth data for our region and their perspective on our progress, our challenges and our promises. Series: "Career Channel" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Show ID: 34278]
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Shaney jo Darden - No. HerPower: Education Vision Empowerment
"I use art to start conversations about something that is serious and complex." Shaney jo Darden, Founder and Global Creative Chief of The Keep A Breast Foundation, shares her journey in the world of art and activism. As someone who has carved out a career path focused on community and…
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Finding Your Unique Career Path - No. HerPower: Education Vision Empowerment
A panel of distinguished speakers shares their inspiring vision and experiences, while bringing awareness to the issues faced by women working in nontraditional fields and industries. Series: "Career Channel" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Show ID: 34655]
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Ongoing Help from College Career Center with Kris Hergert - Job Won
If you aren't an undergraduate at UC San Diego there are still services you can take advantage of at the Career Center at UC San Diego. Kris Hergert, executive director, talks with Phil Blair about offerings for alumni, extension students and other non-traditional students, such as veterans, at…
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Career Planning for College Students with Kris Hergert - Job Won
You may not have your career goals figured out when you start college but you can get help from a college career center to start to plan for your future. Kris Hergert, executive director of the Career Center at UC San Diego, talks with Phil Blair about his work preparing students for their…
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Careers in Technology with Svetislav Maric - Job Won
There are a variety of careers in the technology field that are potentially interesting to many. Find out about career paths in engineering and IT. From coding bootcamp to cybersecurity find out how to start or change your career. Series: "Career Channel" [Business] [Show ID: 34397]
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UCSF Health Hub: A New Healthcare Growth Studio
Health Hub is designed to help UCSF inventors get the support and professional development they need to grow and build successful companies. UCSF aims to translate its scientific ideas and advances in healthcare into deliverable breakthroughs that will promote the health of the community and the...
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Careers in Sustainability and Green Jobs with Robert Gilleskie - Job Won
Find out what career paths are available in the area of sustainability. Green jobs are everywhere and provide an opportunity for people to positively impact the environment while advancing their careers. Robert Gilleskie, with more than 30 years experience in energy management and power quality,...
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Careers in Education with Morgan Appel - Job Won
Opportunities are abundant in the education field and not only as a classroom teacher. Find out about the skills you need and the future jobs in the field with Morgan Appel, the director of the Department of Education and Behavioral Sciences at UC San Diego Extension. Series: "Career Channel"...
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Improving The Quality of Your Decisions
Prior to becoming a professional poker player, Annie was awarded the National Science Foundation Fellowship. Through this fellowship, she studied Cognitive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, which eventually led to her current book, Thinking In Bets. Here, Annie explores bad…
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Executive Coach and Leadership Trainer Don Phin - Job Won
Emotional intelligence is important for work at all levels. Don Phin helps executives expand, grow and adjust their careers. His lessons about coaxing, encouraging and inspiring apply to anyone in the workplace. Series: "Career Channel" [Business] [Show ID: 34279]
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San Diego's Workforce Partnership with Laura Kohn - Job Won
Laura Kohn, a longtime leader in the field of education, talks with Phil Blair about the San Diego Workforce Partnership and the recent Workforce Frontiers Symposium that looked at the future of work. Series: "Career Channel" [Business] [Show ID: 34284]
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Shaping a 21st Century Workforce – Is AI Friend or Foe?
Jennifer Granholm, former Governor of Michigan, identifies some of the most interesting policy ideas to address the problems of displaced workers, the skills gap and resulting inequality in an age of robots and artificial intelligence. Granholm teaches Public Policy at UC Berkeley’s Goldman…
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2Gen: The Intersection between Workforce Development and Child Care
Emmy-winning journalist Dita Quiñones sits down with San Diego Workforce Partnership Director of CLIMB Laura Kohn for a conversation about Quiñones’ experience as a single parent and how finding affordable quality child care has been instrumental in her being able to work after leaving an abusive...
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Beyond Policy: Making Workforce Dollars Work
Caroline Whistler, CEO and cofounder of Third Sector Capital,talks about the need to embrace accountability but develop innovative and flexible approaches to on-the-ground funding. She pointed out the gap between the $1 billion linked to outcomes and the $1 trillion in daily funding is the impact...
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Income Sharing Agreements with Andy Hall
Andy Hall, COO of the San Diego Workforce Partnership, explores the concept of income sharing agreements (ISAs), where employers, philanthropy and impact investors pitch in for an individual’s education and training tuition, which is then paid back over time out of the person’s paycheck. Series:...
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Advice on finding a new career or advancing in your field. Powered by UC San Diego Extension, The Career Channel is an unbiased provider of information, tools and experts to help people at all stages of their career journey. Visit: uctv.tv/careers
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