Good to Know

In this episode, we explore what it really looks like to build a career in health, science, and research—with a journey that didn’t follow a straight path. Dr. Kate McClellan shares how she went from studying exercise science to working in fitness, managing projects in medical research, earning a PhD, and eventually becoming a professor. We talk about taking risks, saying yes to opportunities, and...

In this episode, we explore what it’s really like to study biology and build a career in science. Spencer Ingley, Associate Professor of Biology, shares his journey through research, academia, and teaching, along with his work in ecology, conservation, and education. We talk about what studying biology actually looks like, the different career paths available, and the skills needed to succeed in t...

In this episode, we explore how AI and technology are transforming language learning and education. Our guest shares insights from TESOL and applied linguistics, explaining how students learn languages, what keeps them motivated, and how tools like AI are changing the way we teach and learn. We also talk about the role of teachers in this new landscape, the opportunities that technology creates, a...

In this episode, we explore what it’s really like to build a career in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) with Professor Juan Escalante. We talk about what teaching English actually involves, the skills required to become an effective educator, and the reality behind this career path that many students don’t fully understand before choosing it. We also dive into how AI is star...

This episode explores what it’s really like to build a career in engineering and IT—through Jeff’s personal journey. We talk about how he got started, the key decisions along the way, and what studying engineering actually looks like. We also touch on how AI is starting to influence the field, and what that means for people considering a future in tech. If you’re thinking about an IT career, study...

Choosing what to study is one of the most important decisions in life, yet many people make that decision without fully understanding what a career actually looks like. In this first episode, I introduce the purpose of the Good to Know podcast and share part of my own story—how I ended up studying software development and building a career in technology. Throughout this podcast, we will talk with...