HVAC Career The attic feels like a furnace, the thermostat is clueless, and the AC just quit on the hottest day of the year. Enter Carl Fagerstrom—part electrician, part plumber, part detective. Carl pulls back the curtain on the HVAC world with insider tips on keeping your home safe, cool, and filled with clean air. But beyond the tools and filters, Carl shares real career insight: why HVAC is “the king of the trades,” how clean coils and proper filtration can make an 18-year-old syste...

Side Hustle - eBay Store Zac Shaw is back—and this time, we’re talking all about his eBay side hustle, Over and Out Vintage. From vintage board games to throwback clothing, Zac’s turned thrifting into a side career, blending online sales with a brick-and-mortar twist. What started as casual weekend treasure hunting, turned into a serious job with its own highs and lows. Zac spills on the thrill of scoring hidden gems, the hustle of building a solid reputation online, and how AI is shaki...

Local News Jobs What happens when local journalism collides with the digital revolution? Zach Shaw takes us behind the curtain of his 30-year career at Hudson Valley One, revealing triumphs and struggles of community reporting in an age of dwindling print subscribers and shrinking advertising revenues. But the real jaw-dropper? His take on the future of journalism: AI helping one reporter do the job of ten, and everyday people stepping up as citizen journalists. It’s a wild, fascinating look ...

Being A Medium Pam Meredith has a remarkable job: she’s a professional medium who helps people connect with loved ones who have passed away. In this episode, she shares her career journey, offering unique insights into what it’s really like to work between the worlds of the living and the spirit. What makes her perspective so compelling is her belief that mediumship isn’t rare, it’s a natural human ability that can be developed by anyone. She even shares practical techniques, for anyone who w...

Boutique Hotel Entrepreneurs Quit your job, move to the mountains, and become a hotel entrepreneur—easy, right? Martin Torres and Joe DiThomas actually did it, leaving NYC careers behind to run Graham & Co. a 20-room boutique hotel in the Catskills. This episode delves into the nuances of the hospitality industry, offering valuable career insights and showcasing the real success factors that come with being a hotel entrepreneur. From creating unforgettable guest experiences to...

Pharmacist Career Insights Have you ever wondered why your neighborhood pharmacy close down while chain stores keep multiplying? The answer lies in a healthcare system that is broken to its core. Dr. Neal Smoller - an entrepreneur, a holistic pharmacist and owner of Village Apothecary in Woodstock, NY, pulls back the curtain on the job of a pharmacist and the pharmacy industry’s hidden economics. With refreshing candor, he explains how Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) – often owne...

Academic Career Dive into the world of academia with valuable career insights and job tips from English Professor Tom Kitts. Tom has spent 45 years teaching English at St. John’s University - when he wasn’t in the classroom, he was busy with his cool side gig - writing books about Rock 'n Roll legends like Ray Davies, John Fogerty, and Richie Furay. In our chat, we don’t just talk music - we dig into what an English degree can actually do for you in today’s job market. As Tom puts...

Physical Therapist Seven years of school to become a physical therapist? Yep—you heard that right! Trisha Groff, Director at AccessPT in Woodstock, NY, spills the beans with her career insight on what it really takes to break into (and thrive in) the demanding yet rewarding PT job. From helping weekend warriors bounce back, to witnessing jaw-dropping recoveries—like the 70+ man who learned to walk on two prosthetic legs. Trish’s stories will have you rethinking what’s possible. Warning: this ...

Zoe Lewis Zoe Lewis—aka “a band in a body”—takes us on a whirlwind tour of her music career, from her childhood in England to jamming her way through 70+ countries. Along the way, she’s collected grooves, stories, and a knack for turning tiny everyday moments into songs that caught the ear of big brands—and even Netflix. If music’s in your veins and you can’t imagine doing anything else, or just wishing for a career change, this episode is a must‑listen. website https://zoelewis.com/ Vi...

Be a Consultant Ever thought about ditching your 9-to-5 job and calling your own shots? Amy Rasdal did just that—and she’s here to tell us how. Amy went from a corporate job to living that sweet consultant life and building a great career. Now she helps other professionals do the same. In this episode, she breaks down how to turn what you already know into a flexible, high-paying consulting jobs. We’re talking setting your rates, finding clients, and actually enjoying your work again. Curious...

Custom Shirt Maker Ever wonder how a guy chasing love in NYC ends up dressing Broadway stars and Hollywood legends? Meet Carl Goldberg—a shirtmaker, entrepreneur, and all-around fabric whisperer. He didn’t plan on a career in fashion, but 40+ years later he still runs his a thriving custom shirt business in the heart of Manhattan In this episode, Carl shares his career journey—from retail gigs to launching his own shop—and offers insights for anyone thinking about a career change,...

OR Nurse Ever wonder what really goes down behind those mysterious operating room doors? In this episode, longtime OR nurse Patty Columbia Walsh spills the tea on her 40-year career in one of the most high-stress, high-stakes jobs in healthcare. Spoiler alert: it’s not like Grey’s Anatomy. From anticipating a surgeon’s every move to staying cool during full-blown medical emergencies, Patty takes us inside the fast-paced, no-room-for-error world of the OR and the emotional weight of the job. I...

Keynote Speaker What do you do when you literally lose your voice—and your career along with it? For Jennifer Brown, it was the surprising beginning of a brand new job as a keynote speaker and one of today’s leading voices in diversity, equity, and inclusion. In this episode, Jennifer shares powerful career insights about reinvention, and what it really takes to thrive as a Keynote speaker. From building your personal brand to crafting the story only you can tell, she’s got practi...

A Goat Farmer Ever wonder what it’s really like to run a goat farm? In this episode, Victoria Balentine—owner of Shady Farms in upstate New York— shares her career insights in goat farming and tips for making money in agrotourism.' She gives us a behind-the-barn look at her job and her career switch, from city acupuncturist to hands-in-the-dirt farmer, and the sweet (and sometimes stinky) reality of small-scale farming. She spills career insights on making money through agrotourism—think goat...

Acupuncturist Career Insight - Exploring Alternative Healthcare Job. What do you do when your job turns into a calling? Victoria Balentine built a thriving career as a Manhattan acupuncturist, specializing in women’s reproductive health. With a mix of East-meets-West smarts and sharp networking with top fertility docs, she turned her passion into a bustling practice. In this episode, Victoria drops career insight gold—from building a small business to knowing when (and how!) to walk awa...

Kate Pierson - A Songwriter's Career From “Love Shack” to solo tracks, Kate Pierson takes us on a wild, inspiring journey through her music career — from global fame with the B-52s to the creative freedom of her solo albums. She spills on working with Sia and other pop powerhouses, finding her authentic voice, and those “aha!” songwriting moments when lyrics seem to fall from the sky. Tune in for a fun, fearless, and deeply personal look at what it really takes to build a music career that’s ...

Sitcom Writer Join us to explore career tips from sitcom writer Dawn DeKeyser, who shares insights and job advice for the aspiring writes, What does it really take to make people laugh for a living? That’s the job of Dawn DeKeyser, a veteran comedy writer for hit shows like Ugly Betty and News Radio. She pulls back the curtain on the world of television writing career. Dawn describes the collaborative chaos of a writer's room - a place she calls "a full contact sport" where writers physically...

Send us a text Travel Designer 6/24/25 Explore the journey of Kelli Carpenter of KelliGregg Travel, a successful travel designer who transformed her passion for travel into a thriving career. In this episode, Kelli reveals great job tips for aspiring travel entrepreneurs, discusses how she built a niche serving LGBTQ families, and shares strategies for overcoming challenges, including the pandemic's impact on the travel industry. Tune in to discover valuable insights on networking and making ...

Send us a text Cybersecurity Join cybersecurity expert Rivka Tadjer as she discusses job opportunities and essential tips to secure your digital. Rivka reveals how criminals target our digital world, drawing from her long career in cybersecurity working for the White House, major corporations, and private individuals. She explains some easy steps we can take to prevent cyber attacks and identity theft. You'll discover why your Gmail account might be putting your retirement savings at ri...

Send us a text Yoga Teacher Wondering about career opportunities and tips in the wellness industry? Join Linda Winnick as she shares her journey from fashion executive to successful yoga studio owner. She provides a fascinating blueprint for entrepreneurial success in the wellness industry. Linda tells Mirav about the financial realities of running yoga studios, from pricing structures to managing overhead costs. What's most inspiring about Linda's story is the sustainability of her job: "I c...