The Exchange Podcast

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The Exchange Podcast is an interview-based show where I speak to business leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives. Made for ambitious individuals, The Exchange Podcast provides glimpses into fascinating careers across a myriad of industries. I have always been inspired by the exchange of insight, advice, and life experience, hence the creation of this podcast. Join me as I engage in meaningful conversations with people who inspire me — and will hopefully inspire you too.

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November 17, 202434 min

Mia Farrell | International Film Publicist on Cannes, Promoting Documentaries, and Increasing Diversity

Hi everyone! For this episode, I spoke with Mia Farrell. She is an international film publicist and festivals strategist, and has worked across a variety of film festivals including Cannes, Sundance, the Tribeca film festival and more. She has worked for Paramount Pictures, Lionsgate, and a variety of other studios and film institutes. She has done publicity for blockbusters to documentaries, with some of her largest credits including The Hunger Games, Harry Potter, Dreamgirls, Ali, Lord Of the Rings, and much more. We spoke about her career, what really happens at film festivals, and how diversity behind the scenes benefits the quality of films. Hope you enjoy x Mia's LinkedIn: Click here Mia's Website: http://www.miafarrell.com Follow The Exchange Podcast on Instagram here.

August 18, 202431 min

Nell Daly | Former CNN Commentator, Founder of Brand Incubation Firm

Hi everyone! For this episode, it was admittedly tough to come up with an accurate title to describe Nell Daly. In short, Nell is: A licensed psychotherapist A former commentator on CNN, FOX and CNBC An investor and strategist Co-founder of the brand incubator Delete Ventures I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope you will too :) Until next time! Sabrina x - Follow Nell on Instagram: @nelldaly Connect with Nell on LinkedIn: Nell Daly

July 17, 202430 min

Madilyne Nguyen-Acosta | Manager of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion @ Sony Music Group

Hi everyone! ✨ For anyone new tuning in, my name is Sabrina and I'm an incoming final-year business student at the University of Toronto. I started this podcast last year to speak to people whose stories inspire me - and this week's guest is no exception. Madilyne Nguyen-Acosta is a manager of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at Sony Music Group in New York City. I personally took a lot away from this conversation - Madi not only has a lot of insight into DEI & the music industry, but she also provided actionable career advice that I hope resonates 🤍 I'd love to connect with any of you listening - my socials are below :) IG for The Exchange Podcast: @the.exchange.podcast LinkedIn: Sabrina Parker Connect with Madi on Instagram or LinkedIn: Instagram: @madileeeen LinkedIn: Madilyne Nguyen-Acosta 🤍🤍🤍

May 29, 202437 min

Pablo Henderson | Marketing Exec on Hotels, Health/Wellness, and Navigating Transition in Life

Hi everyone! For this episode, I spoke with Pablo Henderson. A UK native, Pablo has a decorated career in marketing with executive roles at the W Hotels, Equinox Hotels, and more. We spoke about Pablo's inspiring career, his perspective on the value of health and wellness, and how to navigate being in a transitionary period in your life and career. I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did! - Sabrina

March 27, 202432 min

Jacqui Barrett | 15 Years at the BBC and Founder of Wider Thinking

Hi everyone :) For this episode, I spoke to Jacqui Barrett — co-founder of the creative agency Salient Future, and the EDI start-up Wider Thinking. Based in London, Jacqui spent 15 years of her career at the BBC working in commissioning, scheduling, and financial management for the company's television channels. In our conversation, we spoke about Jacqui's entrepreneurial work, her time at the BBC, and about a career break she took to care for her two young children and mother with early-onset Alzheimer's. Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn here :)

February 20, 202438 min

Katrina Dargel | UX Researcher, Workshop Facilitator and Speaker on Working in Barcelona, London & Los Angeles

Hi everyone! In this episode, I spoke with Katrina Dargel, a freelance UX (user experience) researcher based in Los Angeles. She's a California native but has worked internationally in Barcelona and London, providing UX-related services for leading companies across Europe. We spoke about her impressive career, as well as struggling to find your calling. Katrina shared a lot of great advice that I think will resonate regardless of where you are in your career 🤍 Follow Katrina on Instagram here. Connect with Katrina on LinkedIn here.

February 9, 202417 min

Kayla Greaves | Award-Winning Journalist & Brand Consultant

Back for a new season! ✨ For the first episode of season two, I am so grateful to be joined by Kayla Greaves. Kayla is an award-winning journalist, consultant and speaker. She has over a decade of experience in media and was previously the Executive Beauty Editor at InStyle. She has also held roles and been featured in Bustle, The Huffington Post, Teen Vogue and Elle. She has interviewed a wide array of talent, including Lupita Nyong’o, Naomi Campbell, Halle Berry, Viola Davis, Mary J Blige, Kate Winslet, Dionne Warwick, Jennifer Lopez and more. Now, Kayla continues to write for various media platforms, consults for beauty and wellness brands, and is a speaker, host and moderator at several events and panels. In our conversation, we spoke about her trajectory in journalism, why representation matters, and how to build a personal brand that works for you. Follow Kayla on Instagram and connect with her on LinkedIn 🤍

November 23, 202326 min

The Story of The Exchange Podcast | Solo Episode

Hi everyone, For this episode, I wanted to give some more insight into the creation of The Exchange Podcast. This show has been a long time coming — and I felt that with 10 episode being out, it's time I share this story 🤍

August 25, 202342 min

Hazel Byrne | Creative Strategist, Producer & Writer on Climbing the Ranks of Condé Nast Britain

For this episode, I am so grateful to be joined by Hazel Byrne. Hazel is a creative strategist, producer, and freelance writer based in Dublin, Ireland. She is currently a Project Manager at Verve, an entertainment marketing agency, and she frequently contributes to The Taste, an Award-Winning Irish Food, Drink and Travel magazine. Hazel previously worked in publishing in London, and climbed the ranks of Condé Nast Britain. While there, she held various roles at magazines like British Vogue and Vanity Fair London. In our conversation, we spoke about her impressive career, the impending effect of AI on journalism, and how she climbed the ranks of Condé Nast.

August 1, 202322 min

Jacqueline Comer | Tech Founder Using Artificial Intelligence to Tackle Online Abuse

For this episode, I am so grateful to be joined by Jacqueline Comer. Jacqueline is the Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Areto Labs, a cyber security start-up that detects and counteracts online abuse through AI-powered solutions. An Edmonton native currently living in Auckland, Jacqueline has a background in linguistics, journalism and copywriting. In 2021, she co-founded Areto Labs and continues to help implement their solutions across areas like sports, media and academia. In our conversation, we spoke about the mission of Areto Labs, her experience watching the World Cup in Seoul in 2002, and what she’s looking forward to in the future of social media and AI.