Careers: Charting Your Course

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"What do you want to be when you grow up?" is a question we have all been asked. But all of us might not have an answer... Are you having a hard time deciding on a career? Encountering difficulties in finding the right path? Do you have absolutely no idea what you want your major to be? If you are struggling with any of these things, this podcast is for you. Welcome to Careers: Charting Your Course. My name is Elina Suri, and I am delighted that you are here! Statistics show that 75% of students in both high school and college are unsure about the field they would like to pursue. Whether you are part of that 75% or identify with the 25% that already has a plan, Careers: Charting Your Course will give you an insight into what different professions and jobs are really like. You will meet a wide range of incredible people from all walks of life and get to learn about their journey, what they love about their career, and more. I hope that you will learn something new and valuable from this podcast, and I hope that each episode will bring you one step closer to uncovering your path! Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/walz/name License code: 4BZI0VPUBUKMXGRN

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August 18, 202638 min

Open Wide! A Conversation with Dean of Tufts School of Dental Medicine Nadeem Karimbux

In today’s episode, I am delighted to speak with the Dean of the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Nadeem Karimbux. Dr. Karimbux received his DMD and Master of Medical Sciences from Harvard School of Dental Medicine. As well as serving as Dean, Dr. Karimbux is a professor in the Department of Periodontology at Tufts. He has held several editorial positions in journals like the Journal of Dental Education and the Journal of Periodontology, and is the recipient of various prestigious awards, including the Periodontal Educator Award from the American Academy of Periodontology and the Presidential Citation from the American Dental Education Association in 2010. Resources: Tufts University Pre-College Programs - programs in various disciplines Tufts School of Dental Medicine American Dental Association: Careers in Dentistry Dental Admissions Test Explore Careers in Dentistry Support the show

August 4, 202628 min

The Performance Playbook with Matt Denning

Today, I am delighted to have the opportunity to speak with Dr. Matt Denning. Matt has a Bachelor of Science in Applied Exercise Science and Doctorate of Physical Therapy. He was a Head Body Coach at TB12, the health, wellness, and lifestyle brand co-founded by NFL quarterback Tom Brady and his body coach Alex Guerrero. Matt is also the founder of MDP Recovery Solutions. Resources: Matt Denning Benefits of Strength Training Article Studies on Strength Training Article Strength Training and Long-Term Health Article Tufts Pre-College - programs in various disciplines, including business Support the show

July 21, 202639 min

On Pathogens & Possibility with Michael Starnbach

“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” This is one of my favorite quotes from Carl Sagan. It introduces the mystery of science and the unlimited possibility of discovery. Today, I am lucky to have the opportunity to speak with one such detective: Dr. Michael Starnbach. Dr. Starnbach has been a professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunobiology at Harvard Medical School since 1995. He is the principal investigator of Starnbach Lab and has been extensively published in journals like Molecular Microbiology and the Journal of Immunology. Resources: Michael Starnbach Starnbach Lab Tufts University Pre-College Programs - programs in various disciplines PubMed - collection of Dr. Starnbach’s publications MIT Pre-College Programs - STEM and research programs for high school students Support the show

July 7, 202640 min

Sushi, Sanrio, and Why You Should Eat Pizza in Tokyo with Maction Planet

Today, we are going to travel 6000 miles and 13 hours forward to the land of anime, sushi, maid cafes, all things kawaii, and my personal favorite, the world’s largest stationery store. Please welcome the wonderful Mac from Maction Planet, physicist/mathematician/investment banker turned tour guide of the Land of the Rising Sun. Resources: Maction Planet Kanpai Planet (Website) Kanpai Planet (YouTube) - Mac’s YouTube channel exploring the world of Japan’s drinks Maction Planet Blog - Tokyo advice, stories, interviews, and more Tokyo Tours and Experiences Support the show

June 23, 202653 min

À la découverte des fonctions naturelles de la peau avec Joëlle Ciocco

**THIS EPISODE IS IN FRENCH** Dans cet épisode, découvrez les secrets de la vie et de la peau : Veuillez accueillir Madame Joëlle Ciocco, cosmétologue et créatrice de l'Épidermologie. Fondatrice de Joëlle Ciocco Paris, Madame Ciocco a travaillé avec plusieurs clients célèbres et a sa propre gamme de produits de soins de la peau (vous pouvez accéder à ses produits en utilisant le lien en description). Ressources : Joëlle Ciocco Paris Portrait de Joëlle Ciocco La mort d’Ivan Ilitch - livre recommandé par Madame Ciocco L’enfant prodige - livre recommandé par Madame Ciocco Pensées - livre de Blaise Pascal mentionné par Madame Ciocco Support the show

June 9, 202629 min

Agent of Change: On Naomi Osaka, Power Plays, and the Business of Sports with Michael Chamblain

Today, I am delighted to have Mr. Michael Chamblain as my guest. Mr. Chamblain has been an entrepreneur in a variety of industries for more than ten years. He was the sports agent for Japanese professional tennis player Naomi Osaka and is currently a co-owner of the Israeli pro basketball club Bnei Herzliya. Resources: Michael Chamblain The Resort - book recommended by Mr. Chamblain Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike - book recommended by Mr. Chamblain Wilt: Larger Than Life - book recommended by Mr. Chamblain Bnei Herzliya Support the show

May 19, 202639 min

Art & Artifacts with Natalie Lemle

Ms. Lemle's debut novel Artifacts is available now ! My guest today is Ms. Natalie Lemle. Author, art advisor, and entrepreneur, Ms. Lemle is the founder of art_works, a Montreal- and Boston-based art advisory, a trustee of the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston, a co-chair of the Boston Public Art Triennial’s Board of Directors, and a board member of the Associates of the Boston Public Library. Resources: Natalie Lemle - Ms. Lemle’s website art_works - Ms. Lemle’s art advisory company Family Lexicon - book recommended by Ms. Lemle Asunder - book recommended by Ms. Lemle Artists for Humanity - non-profit organization and employment opportunity for teens interested in art Support the show

May 12, 202643 min

A Nobel Path: Decoding Life, Longevity, and Labs with Former President of the Royal Society Venki Ramakrishnan

Today, I am joined by Dr. Venki Ramakrishnan, structural biologist, former President of the Royal Society, 2009 laureate of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on ribosomes, and author of Gene Machine: The Race to Decipher the Secrets of the Ribosome and Why We Die: The New Science of Aging and the Quest for Immortality . Dr. Ramakrishnan was also knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012 for his work in molecular biology. Resources: Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2009 - overview of the 2009 Nobel Prize Ramakrishnan Lab - official website of Dr. Ramakrishnan’s lab Gene Machine - Dr. Ramakrishnan’s memoir about the race to discover the structure of the ribosome Why We Die - Dr. Ramakrishnan’s book on longevity and aging MITES - MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering, and Science for high school students Support the show

October 19, 202529 min

A NOBULLsh*t Conversation with Marcus Wilson

Today, we are going to be stepping into the athletic wear industry with the co-founder of NOBULL. Please join me in welcoming a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management, our guest today, Mr. Marcus Wilson! This is the last episode of 2025; stay tuned for new exciting episodes and content coming soon in 2026! Resources: NOBULL - NOBULL official website Marcus Wilson Boston Leadership Institute - programs in various disciplines, including business Tufts Pre-College - programs in various disciplines, including business NOBULL Instagram Support the show

October 5, 202534 min

Getting to the Root of the Matter with Endodontist Allen Ali Nasseh

Hi everyone, and welcome back to Careers: Charting Your Course ! In today’s episode, I interview a graduate of Northwestern University and the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, endodontist Dr. Ali Nasseh! Resources: Tufts University Pre-College Programs - programs available for almost everyone (including high school students and undergraduate/graduate students); several areas of interest, like Health & Medicine, to pick from MicroSurgical Endo Allen Ali Nasseh - Dr. Nasseh’s YouTube channel Real World Endo Tufts University Mini Dental School Support the show