CS Radio - The Official Podcast of University of Pennsylvania Career Services

For the 11th season finale of CS Radio, Michael leads Natty, Heather, and Hannah on an epic adventure! Yes, we're playing Dungeons & Dragons again, and thinking about how the decision making process and skill selection is similar to what we do when we're on the job market. So enter into a perilous realm with Natto Leachkins, C'ess Reydeo, and St. Iris of Booth as they face off against the Vice Pri...

In our last "grab bag" of the season, Michael and Natty review some interesting things they've found on social media this week, including LinkedIN's CEO proving the coping is the sincerest form of flattery and more details on previous topic: Anthropic's desire for their applicants NOT to use AI products when applying for AI related jobs. Mentioned in this episode: LinkedIN CEO's Career Tools ranki...

As the Class of 2026 prepares to graduate, Michael, Natty, and Dustin take a look at the career plan survey report for last year graduates. As we take a look at trends and timelines, we also discuss the importance of collecting this data in educating about the job search. Meanwhile, Michael has some real serious thoughts about A.I. and Natty launches a new segment, "Conspiracy Corner". Mentioned i...

Michael and Natty respond to a recent article from The Muse about feeling overworked. Taking stock of their own well-being, they run down ten signs of work fatigue, what might be causing them, and how to combat them. Mentioned in this episode: Ten Signs You're Working Too Much (via The Muse): https://www.themuse.com/advice/working-too-much Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Crea...

Natty reports on his recent trip to Los Angeles as part of a Wharton industry exploration trip. He and a group of students were able to visit employers such as YouTube, BBC, Sony, Netflix, and more! Hear his take on the latest industry trends and the vast variety of career paths that the entertainment industry has to offer! Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Att...

It's our 250th episode! The semiquincentepisode, as Natty says. As we hit this major milestone, we reflect on other career milestones, what they mean, and whether or not they're something to strive for. Thanks for helping us reach 250 episodes! Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS Radio is also available as a video podcast! Visit our YouTub...

Natty and Michael discuss why the Career Services offices has its name, when many other schools use different language. They also dive into the difference between being a career advisor versus and career coach, in a wide ranging conversation about why language matters...and why sometimes, it does not. Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS Ra...

Natty and Michael are joined by guest Dustin Miller as they inventory some of the great career related movies in cinematic history and the lessons you can learn (or ignore) from them! Mentioned in this episode: Send Help: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8036976/ Miracle: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0349825/ The Hangover: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1119646/ The Graduate: https://www.imdb.com/title/...

Michael and Natty are joined by Associate Director Emily Barrale, as they react to some career related animated skits from YouTube. Mentioned in this episode: Manager “Off Lines” a Meeting: https://youtube.com/shorts/ZFVqd5FnqWQ?si=ne0IfwNXE4-JlNMm Seven Weeks Notice: https://youtube.com/shorts/Rf-vxqZlxwI?si=HHdrDhCWHQBfqeZm Two Weeks Notice: https://youtube.com/shorts/w6sUlr-aFdM?si=YPnRZSCxRMSz...

Natty is joined by special guest host Dustin Miller to discuss how you can handle answering the question "Why us?" in a job interview! Mentioned in this episode: "Why Blackstone?" via Exponent: https://careerservices.upenn.edu/blog/2026/02/03/how-to-answer-why-blackstone-interview-question-2026-guide/ Penn's Exponent log-in: https://careerservices.upenn.edu/resources/exponent/ Our theme music is “...

CS Radio producer Lorna Lina has been having lots of virtual interviews lately, so she joins Michael and Natty in conversation about what the experience has been like. We also cover some Dos and Don'ts as you prepare for your own virtual interviews! Mentioned in this episode: Big Interview: https://careerservices.upenn.edu/resources/big-interview/   Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used un...

It's a new year and a new semester! Michael and Natty run down career fairs, coffee chats, and much more happening as we hit the ground running in 2026! Mentioned in this episode: Career Fairs: https://careerservices.upenn.edu/career-fairs/ Prepare for the Fair: https://careerservices.upenn.edu/events/2026/01/22/career-fair-prep-workshop-spring-2026/ Arts & Entertainment Funding: https://careerser...

The entire CS Radio family has gathered for the holidays! Michael, Natty, Dustin and Lorna reflect on the past year and discuss the best ways to spend winter break on your job search while still having restful downtime. Also, Lorna sheds some light on what students consider "coffee chats" to be versus what Career Services staff thinks! Happy holidays from everyone at Career Services! We'll be back...

On this week's CS Radio, Michael asks Natty about what "hot topics" he's been hearing in student appointments, and both reflect on what the Career Services staff have been discussing around the office. Topics covered include early recruiting, GRIP applications, balancing class schedules with recruiting and more. Mentioned in this episode: GRIP - https://global.upenn.edu/pennabroad/grip/ Our theme...

Michael and Natty welcome College senior Mtab Habib, one of our Peer Career Advisors, about her experiences as a first gen student. Mtab Habib (she/her/hers) is currently a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences studying Health and Societies, concentrating in Healthcare Markets and Finance, and minoring in Neuroscience and Healthcare Management. She has a strong interest in public health and h...

This week, we're honored to interview College of Arts & Sciences alumna Randi Michel about her career journey. From Penn undergrad to the mail room to becoming a top manager-producer and then back to Penn again as a lecturer, Randi shares advice about how to leverage your Penn network to break into the industry of your choice! Talent Manager and Emmy Award-winning Producer (“Bessie” starring Queen...

Michael returns from his annual visit to the Austin Film Festival Writer's Conference to report on the state of the entertainment industry and share stories about how people get their first jobs as writers. Mentioned in this episode: Austin Film Festival - https://www.austinfilmfestival.com Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS Radio is also...

Dustin Miller guest hosts and helps Natty dissect the many moving pieces that go into offer negotiation. He and Natty then relay the advice they give to students who come to them with questions about how to get the most out of an offer. Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS Radio is also available as a video podcast! Visit our YouTube channe...

Having just been on vacation, Michael is motivated to talk about careers in leisure and hospitality. Like many other industries, hospitality can contain so much more than the obvious, including tracks in finance, technology, even consulting. Coming along with Michael and Natty for this industry deep dive. Mentioned in this episode: Career Services Sports & Hospitality Community - https://careerser...

It's Miller time! Associate Director Dustin Miller steps in for a vacationing Michael to school Natty on the best ways to leverage LinkedIN, the ultimate tips and tricks to get yourself noticed there, and what to avoid. Mentioned in this episode: LinkedIN - https://linkedin.com Career Services LinkedIN Workshop - https://careerservices.upenn.edu/videos/career-champions-2025-linkedin-workshop/ Our...

Michael and Natty take a deep dive into the Career Services website, and campus resources broadly,  to find "hidden gems" that can be game changers in your career development or job search. Please note that the links below may only be accessible to current University of Pennsylvania students, while others may be open to students and alumni. Mentioned in this episode: Career Communities - https://c...

Our student producer, Lorna Lin, sits down on the other side of the cameras this week to discuss her spring semester participating in the Penn In Washington program. Mentioned in this episode: Penn In Washington: https://www.piw.sas.upenn.edu/semester-program/ Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS Radio is also available as a video podcast!...

Michael and Natty discuss a recent article published on The Muse about how you should and shouldn't use AI in your job application materials.  Mentioned in this episode: How to Use AI in Your Job Applications via TheMuse.com - https://www.themuse.com/advice/ai-in-job-applications Bio Sciences Career Fair 2025 - https://careerservices.upenn.edu/biosciences-career-fair-2025-students-and-postdocs/ Ou...

We're back for the start of a new school year and our eleventh season on the air! This week, Natty and Michael welcome back Lorna from her time in Washington, D.C., look back at the career fairs and networking events that have already happened this semester and ahead at those to come. Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS Radio is also avail...

The staff of Penn Career Services have put together a summer playlist of career related songs! Michael and Natty walk us through each track and discuss the career-related ideas they conjure up in this celebratory tenth season finale! We'll be taking a hiatus for the summer, but we'll be back in September with all new shows! We'll see you next time... Special thanks to Chris Klaniecki for helping t...