Episodes
Dec. 7, 2024
Balancing Books, Law, and Leadership w/ Jesutomiwo Akinyele
Meet Jesutomiwo Akinyele, also known as Tomi--a sophomore at Georgia State University's Honors College and a future entertainment lawyer in the making! She also supports her fellow peers in career development through Insider…
Nov. 21, 2024
Lights, Camera, Passion: Film & Storytelling w/ Maya Alford-Hill
In this episode of The Intentional Intern , meet our guest Maya Alford-Hill! Maya is a film student at Berkeley City College. Throughout the episode, Maya shares how her love for film and writing began, her unique storytelli…
Nov. 5, 2024
The Heart of Hospitality with Iniya René
This week we’re exploring the world of hospitality and tourism with a fresh perspective from Iniya Renee, a third-year marketing student at the University of New Orleans. Iniya wears many hats--and we talk about them right f…
Oct. 17, 2024
Courage, Confidence, and Career Growth w/ Kisha Wynter
A students' declassified market survival guide is BACK! In this first episode of the new season, I sit down with the incredible Kisha Wynter—a seasoned leadership consultant, executive coach, and global inclusion strategist.…
Sept. 30, 2024
Unlocking the Power of Communication w/ Brandon K. Hedgepeth
In this episode, I chat with Brandon K. Hedgepeth, a fellow podcaster! In this episode, we dive into the power of communication, how embodied communication shapes our understandings, and of course, podcasting! If you’re inte…
Sept. 16, 2024
Your Purpose, Your Brand: Insights for College and Beyond w/Lauryn Taylor
Welcome back to the Intentional Intern Podcast, Season 2! In this episode, I sit down with Lauryn Taylor, a junior at UNC Chapel Hill, who's making waves as a campus ambassador and entrepreneur. Lauryn’s resume is stacked wi…
Aug. 19, 2024
Being Balanced in Your 20s w/Les Alfred
This week, I'm thrilled to chat with Les Alfred, the dynamic host and founder of the Balanced Black Girl podcast! If you haven’t tuned in yet, BBG is your go-to for transparent and authentic conversations around holistic hea…
Aug. 13, 2024
Creating Impact in College & Careers w/Mallory Strmel
This week's interviewee is Mallory Strmel, a recent graduate from the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina! Mallory majored in entrepreneurship management and marketing. Throughout the episode, …
July 29, 2024
The Wonders of What Can't You Do w/Naomi Davis
It's the first bi-weekly bonus episode of the year! This week's interviewee is Naomi Davis, a jack of all trades from personal to professional endeavors. Throughout the episode, Naomi and I have an open dialogue centering ar…
July 15, 2024
International Explorations and Experience w/Amanda Uwase
This week's interviewee is Amanda Uwase, a third-year business and French student at NEOMA Business School! Amanda majors in Business Administration and Management, and runs the Business Student Podcast, a podcast offering v…
July 1, 2024
Understanding UX Research & Users w/Dangela Fonseca
Today I’m thrilled to introduce Dangela Fonseca, a recent UPenn graduate with a passion for gaming and UX research. In this episode, we chat about how Dangela discovered UX, the research process, the challenges in the gaming…
June 17, 2024
Perspectives, Purpose, & Public Relations w/Lenny Zaleski
This week's interviewee is Lenny Zaleski, a communications major with concentrations in public relations and political science! Throughout the ep, Lenny and I converse about public relations, the public eye's perception of G…
June 3, 2024
The Inner Workings of International Connections & Development w/Yovela Debesay
This week's interviewee is Yovela Debesay, a recent M.A graduate from George Washington University! Throughout the ep, Yovela and I chat about so much, from her passion for international affairs to the importance of communit…
May 27, 2024
Changes, Choices, & Courage w/Jaiden Ritter
The Intentional Intern Podcast is backkkk! So, what better way to kick it off than with a refreshing and relatable guest? This week's interviewee is Jaiden Ritter, a product development analyst @ JP Morgan Chase & Co. Throug…
May 20, 2024
Transformative Learnings as a Thought Leader w/Yasmeen Duncan
I’m extremely thrilled to introduce our guest Yasmeen Duncan, the Global CPO for Magnolia Bakery, plus the founder and CEO of The Sisterhood Society for Women and Color, a nonprofit that empowers black women to assert agency…
April 15, 2024
The Joys of a Creative Journey w/Jade Walters
I'm SOOOO excited for this episode with such a genuine person from content to conversations: Jade Walters! Throughout the episode, Jade and I talk about her untraditional career journey, leading with a passionate vision, mak…
April 1, 2024
The Foundations of Holistic HR & You w/Yasmin Foster
Welcome to another episode of a “Students’ Declassified Market Supporting Guide”, the professional segment of the “Intentional Intern Podcast”! This week's interviewee is Yasmin Foster! She started her HR career at Target in…
March 31, 2024
Future Insights & Intention in the Film Industry w/Jupiter Henderson
This week's interviewee is Jupiter Henderson! Jupiter is a recent film grad from Georgia State University looking to start their Master's in film. We talk about so many intriguing things in this episode, from think pieces to…
Feb. 22, 2024
The Bridge Between Biology & Photography w/Blake Simmons
New Year, New Semester, New Episodesss! To first interviewee to kick us off is Blake Simmons, a senior biology student at Georgia State University. When he's not studying, Blake's out shooting models and creatives to further…
Dec. 12, 2023
Cultivating Creative Content w/Ely Honkpo & Ian Nathaniel Waite
I hope you guys enjoyed this special episode surrounding some special people! Want to learn more about Ely & Ian? Where You Can Find Ely: @elyhonkpo (All Platforms) Where You Can Find Ian: @nerdyian (Instagram) @nerdy1an (Ti…
Nov. 7, 2023
Delving into All Things "L&D" w/Davianna Waluyn
Welcome to the 1st episode of “Students’ Declassified Market Supporting Guide”!! I am so excited for this segment! Not only for what’s to come on it but also for the information and impact it will have on anyone listening. O…
Nov. 7, 2023
Intro: Students' Declassified Market Supporting Guide
Welcome to a new segment of the Intentional Intern Podcast, called "Students' Declassified Market Supporting Guide"! I hope you enjoy listening to what this new segment is, who it's for, and what I aim to do with it. Enjoy t…
Oct. 9, 2023
Illuminative Innovations in Tech Education w/ Solanlly Rijo Lake
This week’s interviewee is Solanlly Rijo Lake ! She is a senior at Georgia State University, majoring in Computer Science and Cybersecurity. Solanlly is a bubbly and empathetic international student whose goals revolve aroun…
Oct. 3, 2023
Exploring Avenues of Film & Media w/Eddie Fisher
This week’s interviewee is Eddie Fisher. He is a senior at Georgia State University, majoring in Film & Media, and minoring in GFA, which is Georgia Film Academy. Eddie is a thought-provoking creative whose unique outlook on…