The Education, Career, and Beyond Podcast

Thomas Salazar Carter serves as a Business Attorney representing clients throughout the Inland Empire, San Gabriel & Pomona Valleys. Tom Carter began his legal career in Washington D.C. in 2007 before joining the Law Offices of Ronald T. Vera in Claremont as an Associate Attorney.  In 2011, Mr. Carter garnered the position of General Counsel to NationalLink, an industry leader located in Glendora,...

Vic Farrar is a retired NYPD detective who has written four humorous books about the New York City Police Department. In addition to writing books, he is a professional raconteur with over a hundred podcast, radio, and television interviews and a contributor to the syndicated radio program Sterling on Sunday.   Join us in this great conversation with Ed and Capri To see the amazing books from Vic,...

Our very own Capri Suarez gets put in the hot seat in this fun episode discussing the rear-view mirror look at the first year of University.  What does Capri wish she could tell herself 9 months ago in preparation? Listen to find out! Any first year student will relate this discussion and next year's incoming Freshman can learn a few tricks to prepare. 

Join us this week as our very own Ed Sanderson discusses the May 1 College decision deadline.

This week's show is featuring Nicky Billou, the #1 International Best Selling Author of the book: Finish Line ThinkingTM: How to Think and Win Like a Champion, The Thought Leader’s Journey: A Fable of Life, and The Power Of Connecting: How To Activate Profitable Relationships By Serving Your Network. Nicky is the host of the #1 podcast in the world on Thought Leadership, The Thought Leader Revolut...

Is there a roadmap anywhere to help you grow as a leader? How can I avoid the ditches that other leaders have fallen into? In his new book, Dr. William Attaway gleans from his own personal leadership experience as well as the experience of hundreds of leaders he has coached, and he shares 12 key principles that can help leaders grow and add value to those they lead today, no matter where they are....

Mark has spent his career launching and developing new ventures at startups and Fortune 500s and in academia, with over a dozen patents to his name. He helped to start the Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Program, dubbed MIT’s “career success accelerator,” where he teaches annually. At MIT, he received a B.S. in physics, a B.S. in electrical engineering & computer science, and a M.Eng. in elec...

Guy Brilando is a vibrant, inspirational, and motivational force for others. He sees the value in others and strives at bringing out their very best, overcoming their challenges and guiding them towards achieving their desires. Through extensive Evolved Neuro Linguistics Programming (NLP) studies, he is now sharing his passion with others in the power of these language techniques. Guy is a speaker...

In this Episode, Ed, Capri and Amy interview the dynamic university student, Makena Hersh. About Mekena: I am a first-year college student with a passion for public service and communications who strives to educate and empower my community. Through my volunteer work in my local community, I have built life-long skills that include responsibility, time management, and professional communication ski...

In this Episode meet the amazing Miss California 2022 Catherine Liang SOCIAL IMPACT INITIATIVE "Be a Champion of Courage" EDUCATION University of Southern California Class of 2021 - Summa Cum Laude 4.0 B.A. International Relations Global Business, minor in Piano Performance TALENT: Classical Piano FUN FACTS • Has taken the Trans-Siberian Railway • Served as the Adecco Group's US CEO for One Month...

In this episode, our very own Ed Sanderson engages Amy and Capri in a great discussion about this time of year from December through April when high school seniors are waiting on the college acceptances. How to survive "no man's land' and wait. We discuss "show me the money" using the time wisely to obtain grants, stay focused and the strategies that can take place during this valuable time.  This...

Matt Guzman is somewhat spoiled. The residents of beautiful San Diego, CA allow him to live there, and they barely complain about it. After managing restaurants for twenty years, he made a drastic decision. Quit. And use everything he learned the hard way about leadership and communication to help children. He’s obsessed with emotional health and storytelling. Combining these two passions, Matt cr...

  Shanti Hershenson’s first two novellas were published when she was in the sixth grade, although her writing journey started long before then. Ever since she could hold a pencil, marker, or crayon, she was creating stories. They started from pictures, mere scribbles, and eventually, turned into captivating tales. She lives in California with her parents, sister, and furry friends. Besides writing...

This episode is with our returning guest Dr. Eric Gudas who has a PH.D. in English from UCLA and is a former Lecturer in English and writing Programs.  He gives his 20 plus years of experience in teaching how to write an essay.  This episode is a specific guide to the supplemental essay for college. This is a must listen for any high school student.

Ed, Amy, Alex and Capri come together for a candid discussion of one of today's hot topics on work ethic and success models for our young adults today.  

Ed and Capri put fellow host Amy in the hot seat on this episode. She discusses her career as a Recording Artist and Media Coach and how effective communication and confidence on-camera can create success throughout life and careers. 

Ed, Alex and Amy talk to Special Agent Barry Holden who has over 30 years with ATF (Department of Justice) as he discusses jobs in Federal Law Enforcement and answers some of Alex's strategic questions on the process and opportunities.  This show was fun and may surprise you! 

Join Ed, Alex and Capri as they do a deep dive into the College Applications and Essays process. With the deadlines coming up in November for those college apps, this is a must listen for students and parents.  Thanks to Ed for his expertise!

Capri shares her firsthand insight from the first weeks as a freshman at Purdue University. Including Dorm Life, Professors, Making Friends, Clubs and much more. 

In this part 2 Episode we continue our talk with Chris Carr  who holds a PhD from the Department of Slavic Studies at Brown University. He helps high-school students successfully and powerfully transition into college. He focuses on crafting an authentic vision, identifying limiting beliefs, and developing academic writing skills---all personal development and leadership tools that enable students...

In this Episode we talk to Chris Carr  who holds a PhD from the Department of Slavic Studies at Brown University. He helps high-school students successfully and powerfully transition into college. He focuses on crafting an authentic vision, identifying limiting beliefs, and developing academic writing skills---all personal development and leadership tools that enable students to discover themselve...

On this episode we are discussing the powerful truths and insights of today's college education choices, costs and post college job placements. Ena Hull is an experienced C-level executive, investor and entrepreneur who's known for developing high performing teams in large growth organizations within the higher education and student finance space.  

This is a great episode with Fire Captain Grant Blakesley as he discusses the journey through his career as a firefighter and all the years it took to become Captain. Alex asks some great questions and even ponders the possibilities. You will want to listen to the end! 

This fun episode highlights the amazing careers of the Pacific Maritime. Join Ed, Alex and Carpi as they speak with special guest Ivana Cummins 

This episode does a deep dive with Dr. Eric Gudas who has a PH.D. in English from UCLA and is a former Lecturer in English and writing Programs.  He gives his 20 plus years of experience in teaching how to write an essay. This is a must listen for any young adult.