Major Jobs
80 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsHi, my name is Teland, and I'm a high schooler who is interested about different jobs. On this podcast, I'll be interviewing different people who have different careers and sharing them with you to educate people about the interesting things we do to make a living. We will go over normal "run of the mill" jobs but also unique careers, how people got into the job, what they do on a daily basis, and more.
Check out the website at majorjobs.org, or email me at [email protected]
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Episodes
Teenage Startup Founder - Episode 77
May 21, 2021 05:53 - 18 minutes - 25.6 MBToday, I interview Luke, who started Bumper, a platform that allows teenagers to invest. Check out Bumper: www.joinbumper.com
TikTok Creator (ft. @pinkishtea or MochiMel) - Episode 76
January 11, 2021 23:22 - 31 minutes - 58.1 MBOn this episode, we talk to Melody and how she grew her TikTok account to over 250,000 followers. Follow her TikTok: @pinkishtea
Clinical Operations Manager and Language Enthusiast (ft. Tetsu Yung) - Episode 75
October 26, 2020 07:52 - 47 minutes - 59.2 MBToday I interview a Clinical Operations Manager and a language enthusiast - and how he combines both into the same job. Follow Tetsu on Twitter: twitter.com/asktetsu and his website: asktetsu.com Song: John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads Instrumental - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OzT6jbKoTk
Real Estate Investor - Episode 74
June 08, 2020 06:05 - 46 minutes - 64 MBToday, we talk to a real estate investor.
Accountant - Episode 73
May 23, 2020 07:38 - 27 minutes - 23.3 MBToday we're going back to an original episode, an accountant at a Big 4 Accounting Firm.
Photojournalist/Multimedia Journalist - Episode 72
May 10, 2020 03:35 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBToday, we talk to a photojournalist about what it's like working during the coronavirus pandemic. This job was requested by Gabriel. If you would like a job to be recommended, email me at [email protected].
Nurse Anesthetist - Episode 71
April 27, 2020 03:36 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBToday, I talk to a nurse anesthetist. majorjobs.org
The reality of firefighting during the coronavirus outbreak - Episode 70
April 20, 2020 01:05 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MBToday, we are finishing up the two part series on what it's like being a firefighter.
What does it take to become a firefighter? - Episode 69
April 11, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 38.5 MBToday, we talk to a firefighter about what it takes to get into the job. Website: majorjobs.org
Pilot - Episode 68
April 03, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MBToday, I talk to a pilot who talks about what it's like flying a plane, and the unique schedule. majorjobs.org
Nurse - Episode 67
March 27, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 34 MBToday, I talk to a nurse, including what it's like wokring during the coronavirus outbreak. Website: majorjobs.org
How Elixir built a Youtube Channel to 230 thousand subscribers as a teenager - Episode 66
March 20, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MBToday, I talk to Elixir, who is probably best known for having a YouTube channel and being the "Area 51" kid. Check out his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr0WmNVbl1dYXL89V84ZtOA
Physical Therapist - Episode 65
March 06, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBToday, I talked with a Physical Therapist about what the career is like. This episode was requested by Nick. If you have a job that you think should be on the show, contact me at [email protected] and I'll try my best to cater to the request.
How a Sports Team Works with the Media - Episode 64
February 28, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBThank you to Raymond Ridder for inviting me to the Warriors practice facility. He's one of the best communication directors in the whole NBA and it was an honor being able to talk to him.
What is Horticulture? A dive into the art of gardens - Episode 63
February 22, 2020 00:38 - 27 minutes - 38 MBToday, I interview someone that works in horticulture - the growing of fruits, flowers, and more. Email me at [email protected]!
Script Supervisor - Episode 62
February 09, 2020 02:45 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBWho makes sure that movies and TV shows stay on script and follow continuity? FInd out in this episode!
Physicist - Episode 61
February 02, 2020 01:01 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBToday, we're talking with a Physicist to discuss what it's like working in the field of physics. Website: majorjobs.org
How Sterling Backus used science to become featured in a Lamborghini commercial - Episode 60
January 24, 2020 13:00 - 21 minutes - 30 MBToday, I speak with Sterling Backus, a physicist who was featured in a Lamborghini commercial for 3D Printing a Lamborghini Aventador. Watch the ad here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c58s1mYmkKw
Plumber - Episode 59
January 17, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBToday, I talk to a plumber. Website: majorjobs.org
Janitor - Episode 58
January 10, 2020 18:10 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBDavid sent an interesting message. I respond in the episode. majorjobspod.org
Thank You. New episodes coming in 2020.
December 20, 2019 11:00 - 3 minutes - 4.83 MBThank you for everything. This year has been amazing, and I'm glad that you came along the journey with me.
Thank You.
December 20, 2019 11:00 - 3 minutes - 4.83 MBThank you for everything. This year has been amazing, and I'm glad that you came along the journey with me.
Paramedic - Episode 57
December 13, 2019 13:00 - 41 minutes - 56.3 MBToday, I interview a paramedic, or an EMT.
Product Manager at the Home Depot Technology Center - Episode 56
December 06, 2019 12:00 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MBToday, I talk to a product manager - a job that incorporates many different industries, whether it be business, tech, marketing, and more.
Working in Venture Capital - Episode 55
November 29, 2019 13:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBToday, we talk to Jay Kapoor, who invests in Seed and Early Stage Capital in NYC. Follow him on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/jaykapoornyc
Journalist (ft. Chrisanne Grise of the New York Times Upfront) - Episode 54
November 22, 2019 13:00 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBRecently, I was featured in last month's edition of the New York Times Upfront, where Chrisanne Grise interviewed me for a piece she wrote. I had the opportunity to turn the tables and talk to her about what it is like working as a journalist- and here is that episode! Thanks to Chrisanne for being on the podcast. Follow her on Twitter at twitter.com/xanne.
Financial Analyst at the NFL - Episode 53
November 15, 2019 13:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MBToday, I talk to Jay Kapoor, who worked as a Financial Analyst at the NFL. If you're interested in working in finance or the NFL, this is the episode for you!
Librarian - Episode 52
November 08, 2019 12:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBToday, I interview a librarian.
How Vinney Chopra made a $250 million real estate portfolio starting with $7 - Episode 52
November 02, 2019 13:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MBToday, I talk to real estate investor Vinney Chopra, who became a multimillionaire after starting in real estate. We talk about how he started, and what he does on a daily basis. Check out Vinney at vinneychopra.com
How Nate and Scott Wadsworth turned a hobby into 60 million views - Episode 51
October 25, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBToday, we finish this 2-part series with Essential Craftsman, where they talk about how they started their YouTube channel to what it is today.
General Contractor (ft. Scott Wadsworth of Essential Craftsman) - Episode 50
October 18, 2019 14:07 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MBToday, I talk to Scott Wadsworth, the host of Essential Craftsman, on what it's like working as a general contractor, and in the trades.
Repair Appliance Technician - Episode 49
October 12, 2019 12:00 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBToday I talk to a Repair Appliance Technician, the people responsible for fixing the fridges, washing machines, and other household items that seem to break all the time.
Engineer Project Manager (and Mechanical Engineer) - Episode 48
October 04, 2019 11:00 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBToday, I talk to Josh Mendoza for part 2 of our series together. Shoutout to Scott for editing this episode. Check him out here: soundmindediting.com
A Career Coach gives advice for Careers + what it's like helping people with their profession - Episode 47
September 27, 2019 21:12 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MBToday, I talk to a career coach who helps people find out what their passionate about, as well as helping them in the job search in terms of interviews, resumes, etc.
Starting your own Non-Profit (ft. Josh Mendoza) - Episode 46
September 20, 2019 22:33 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBToday, I talk to Josh Mendoza, who started a Non-profit from the ground up. Check out destinedforx.com!
Data Scientist at Lyft (ft. Alejandro Perez) - Episode 45
September 13, 2019 12:00 - 22 minutes - 22.3 MBToday, I got to talk to Alejandro Perez, who works as a data scientist at Lyft.
What it's like starring in a Steven Spielberg movie, as a teenager (ft. Philip Zhao (Sho) of Ready Player One) - Episode 44
September 06, 2019 10:00 - 42 minutes - 47.9 MBToday, I talk to Philip Zhao, who plays Sho in Ready Player One, directed by Steven Spielberg. Follow Philip on Instagram: instagram.com/philzow
Help with College Admissions, from a podcaster like me (ft. Michael Gao of Admissions Uncovered) - Episode 43
August 28, 2019 14:12 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBToday, I talked to Michael Gao, who hosts the Admissions Uncovered podcast, and is a college admissions consultant. Here's his site: https://admissionsuncovered.com Here's Scott's site: https://www.soundmindediting.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
How Max Feber went to Shark Tank and worked with Mark Cuban - as a Teenager - Episode 42
August 23, 2019 12:00 - 16 minutes - 19.9 MBToday, we talk to Max Feber who is CEO of BRUW. He was on Shark Tank and did a deal with Mark Cuban - as a teenager!
Youtuber (ft. Smarter Every Day a.k.a. Destin Sandlin) - Episode 41
August 16, 2019 12:00 - 42 minutes - 42.4 MBToday, I interview Destin Sandlin, who runs the YouTube channel Smarter Every Day which boasts 7 million subscribers. His channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/destinws2 My Instagram: @majorjobspodcast
Mechanical Engineer (ft. Destin Sandlin of Smarter Every Day) - Episode 40
August 09, 2019 12:00 - 32 minutes - 40.5 MBToday, I talk to Destin Sandlin of Smarter Every Day about what it's like working as a mechanical engineer.
Senior VP of Communications for the Golden State Warriors (ft. Raymond Ridder) - Episode 39
August 02, 2019 13:00 - 25 minutes - 26.4 MBI talk to the media liason for the Golden State Warriors.
Game Designer at Mojang for Minecraft - Episode 38
July 27, 2019 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBToday I talk to a map designer for Minecraft, and a veteran. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Music Artist Manager (ft. Clayton Blaha) - Episode 37
July 20, 2019 00:30 - 35 minutes - 27.3 MBToday, I talked to Ferrari Jetpack Founder Clayton Blaha on what it's like to be a manager for artists.
Software Engineer at Google - Episode 36
July 05, 2019 16:49 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MBToday I interview a software engineer who worked at Google. Follow me on Instagram at @majorjobspodcast!
Advice for Teenagers (ft. Anthony O'Neal of Ramsey Solutions) - Episode 35
June 29, 2019 04:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBToday, I talk to author and speaker Anthony O'Neal about his advice for teenagers from college and on. Go to his site at: www.anthonyoneal.com And mine at: www.majorjobspodcast.com
Accountant at a Big 4 Firm - Episode 34
June 21, 2019 13:00 - 27 minutes - 23.3 MBToday, I talk to an accountant at a Big 4 Accounting Firm. Follow me on Instagram at: @majorjobspodcast.
Zookeeper - Episode 33
June 14, 2019 12:00 - 28 minutes - 23.8 MBToday, I interview a zookeeper. Follow me on Instagram at @majorjobspodcast!
Trades Apprentice - Episode 32
June 07, 2019 12:00 - 25 minutes - 26.3 MBToday, I talk to an apprentice who is working with the trades. Rollin at 5 - 210 - full by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License. Based on a work at incompetech.com