So I Was Thinking: A Podcast about Living Your Best Life
Basil Jackson
21 episodes
1 month ago
In an interview series with Basil (Bas) Jackson, we explore how to live your best life, and not necessarily the good life. Bas interviews guests on a range of topics including changing careers, moving cities, and mental health. Tune in for Season Two!
Recorded, Edited, and Produced by Basil Jackson
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In an interview series with Basil (Bas) Jackson, we explore how to live your best life, and not necessarily the good life. Bas interviews guests on a range of topics including changing careers, moving cities, and mental health. Tune in for Season Two!
Recorded, Edited, and Produced by Basil Jackson
In the first interview for Season 3, Bas and Jessi chat about how she balances the pressures of being an emerging leader in Philadelphia with being a new parent in the city as well. Additionally, we cover how her yoga instruction has shaped how she approaches her professional endeavors. We end by discussing how Jessi lives her best life.
In the last interview for Season 2, Bas and Phil catch up on life, how the events of the pandemic and 2020 have shaped and informed personal growth in Phil, as well as what's in store for Phil in 2021. We end by discussing Phil's hopes for the year.
Bas and Robert connect to discuss Robert's rise during his time consulting at PwC, his thoughts on who MBA programs are right for, and tips on reaching out to people. The two end by discussing how Robert lives his best life.
Bas and Brenda get together to talk about Brenda's civic engagement in Philadelphia, how she tries to strike a balance in life, and her thoughts on how one should never be afraid to use their platform. The two end by discussing how Brenda lives her best life.
Bas (virtually) sits down with Siah McCabe, a Population Health Specialist with Independence Blue Cross, and former honoree of the Chamber of Commerce for the Greater Philadelphia/Young Professionals Council's Spotlight Award. The pair discuss adjusting to Philly, career development, and mental health. Siah and Bas end by examing how Siah lives her best life.
Bas hops on the mic with Melissa Thi Le, social entrepreneur and community leader behind Strive With Me. The two discuss community, hard conversations, and making an impact. Melissa ends by going through her daily habits and how she lives her best life.
Bas sits down with Cass Bailey, co-founder, and CEO of Slice Communications, a PR and Social Media agency operating in Philadelphia. The pair discuss the early stages of Slice, how Cass learned how to be a leader through umpiring little league games, and her advice for those looking to advance in their careers.
Bas talks with Will Tyrone Toms, Chief Creative Officer, and co-founder of REC Philly, a local startup that offers creators access to resources like space, education, and tools. The pair discuss REC Philly's beginnings, the impact that the organization has had on the Philly creative scene, and great daily habits.
Bas interviews Sean Hand, Business Development Leader at KMPG, and creator of the Furlough Network and Awkward Networker. The two discuss Sean's career at KPMG, building not one, but two brands, releasing a book, and balancing it all with family life.
Bas official kicks-off Season 2. He also gives his thoughts on 2020, provides some life updates, and shares what drove him to a second season. Be sure to subscribe to hear upcoming episodes from the podcast.
Bas talks with his friend Naimah. The two talk about making decisions, creating simple habits for staying sane, and of course, Penn. They end by talking about how to best manage anxiety.
Bas talks with Rachel, a friend from Penn. The two discuss start-up culture, e-sports, mentors, and life in New York. They wrap up with a conversation about mental health challenges.
Bas interviews Dylan about several transitions in his life including coming to America to study and work, switching jobs, and applying lessons in sports to life.
So I Was Thinking: A Podcast about Living Your Best Life
In an interview series with Basil (Bas) Jackson, we explore how to live your best life, and not necessarily the good life. Bas interviews guests on a range of topics including changing careers, moving cities, and mental health. Tune in for Season Two!
Recorded, Edited, and Produced by Basil Jackson