A-Z Talks: Recent Episodes
A-Z Talks
Hosted by the Brokerage young professionals. A-Z talks brings you closer to all the topics you want answers to.
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Shaffir Uddin, a Solution Architect, talks about his career experience and offers his advice to today's young leaders.
Join cohosts, Nadia and Tawsif, in discussing microaggressions in the workplace and how to deal with it. Featuring special guest, Maya, a second year History student at the University of Warwick.
Join young leader Zahra and her friend Christian Hobkirk who is currently doing a degree apprenticeship at JP Morgan - listen to hear his advice and experience of following the non- traditional route.
*All of views are his own and to the best of his knowledge, they do not represent the companies view.
Join young leaders Zahra and Sarah in this conversation about the benefits and the downsides of doing a degree or apprenticeship.
Sit down with Young Leader Zahra Ali and Strategy and innovation Director of Lloyds Banking Group, Tasneem Bhamji as they discuss personal journeys.
Tasneem lives in London, is originally from Birmingham, is of a working class Indian/Muslim background as well as being the eldest daughter/sibling in a family of four children and therefore truly understands and resonates with the experiences of many of our candidates
Tasneem is also the founder of "Out of office real talk" a page dedicated to helping minorities, women and those from underprivileged backgrounds take up space and does so through providing top tips and 1:1 mentoring sessions.
This episode explores the cost of living crisis from the perspective of first year and third year University students Aadil and Edna, as well as the perspective of a 2020 graduate, Niha. The episode focuses on struggles, the impact of the cost of living crisis on the mental and physical well being of young people and top tips on how to navigate the cost of living crisis including budgeting, bursaries, part-time jobs and more.
This episode discusses the experience of those who are not white, or white passing within the work place and exploring themes including debates surrounding identity, religion and slurs which all occur within the working environment.
This episode of A-Z talks features specialist coach Razza Zarr share his expertise on communication, public speaking and influence skills with Young Leaders Sophie and Efe.
This week A-Z Talks showcases a throwback episode from this summer featuring young leaders Efe and Yasmine. In this episode they discuss what leadership is to them and the opportunities that allowed them to discover this.
The article of the episode comes from the Sunday Times and features our own Efe as he discussed his experience of the Brokerages Reverse Mentoring Scheme with the times.
Young Leaders Sophie, Efe, and Sultan discuss their thoughts on networking, followed by a discussion on an article from Forbes titled "Ten reasons why networking is essential for your career"
Join Sophie and one of our new Young leaders Zahra, hear them talk about what revision tips they have found to be the most effective.
Join us for today's exclusive episode with our Young Leader Ibrahim and Business Management Manager at Deutsche Bank, Rosa Alvarado-Sanchez.
Young Leaders Efe and Ayub discuss their thoughts on social mobility, it’s effectiveness and criticisms followed by a discussion on an article titled “Can social class hold back your career?”.
Young Leaders Ayub and Efe discuss their own personal journeys and what they mean to them as well as their thoughts on an article titled “White private schoolboys ‘are disadvantaged group due to culture war’.
Young Leaders and hosts Edna, Warin and Sophie discuss Intersectionality; what it means to them, their personal experiences and it’s implications.
In today's episode, we will be talking about H- How singing impacts Young People! 🎶📢🎼
Jane (Living Song) and Naveen (MdBrunch & Newyvc) talk all about their journey into the music industry, how singing helps and more!
Stay tuned for the next episode!
youngpeople #creativity #changemakers
Our Speakers:
Naveen Arles: https://www.mdbrunch.uk
Jane Wheeler: https://linktr.ee/Livingsongcic
Episode 7: Lets go to G: Going Global: International Student discusses her experiences studying in the UK.
We are back! In today’s episode we discuss what it is like studying as an International Student.
Victoria shares her experiences moving during the pandemic and how she has found studying abroad so far!
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Changemakers
Let's Figure out what's F: Financial Markets
In today’s episode we are joined by Associate Director Oliver from the M & A team at investment bank Peel Hunt!
We discuss all things financial markets and more! Tips on entering the market and different routes to take.
Stay tuned for the next episode.
Lets Evaluate on E- Economics 📚
In today’s episode we are joined by Uni students Presence and Yasmine.
We discuss all things Economics and more!
- Jump from A Level to Uni
- Tips to networking
- Studying economics
- Recommendations/ tips for students who want to study Economics
Tune in for the next episode & register to be a brokerage candidate.
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Lets discuss on D- Diversity
In today’s episode, some of our Brokerage ambassadors discuss diversity and inclusion.
We discuss the importance of diversity & inclusion in society alongside, breaking misconceptions and barriers.
In today’s episode, Year 12 student Wafiya Noushad shares her volunteering experience and top tips!
We discuss the importance of volunteering and making a change in your community.
Join us soon for another episode.
Lets Comment on C- Covid impacts (First and Second Lockdown)
In today's episode, we will be talking about C- Covid impacts (First and Second Lockdown)
We are joined by Pamela and Nafizah from the A- Z Talks podcast team.
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Topics we covered:
- The first and second lockdown
- Touching on looking after yourself in lockdown
- Cancellation of exams
- Social Media
In today's episode, we will be talking about 🅱️- The Brokerage and Black Lives Matter.
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Topics we covered:
- The Brokerage and the changemakers approach.
- Diversity & Inclusion.
- Working from home.
- Tips for students entering university.
- Black Lives Matter.
Stay tuned for the next episode!
In today's episode, we will be discussing life as a university student and managing a work-life balance. 💻📝
We are joined by a third-year Sociology student from the University of Bath who gives her advice and tips to young people.
Our guest Joelle Phua is a Life Coach, Podcaster herself and a Youtuber. 🎙️
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/joellephua
https://anchor.fm/joelle-phua/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/helintopoglu/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/zironghuang/
In today's episode, we will be talking about 🅰️- A-Level (Mind the gap)!
Topics we covered:
Tips and advice on the university application.
How to differentiate yourself in sixth form from your peers.
Additionally, we spoke to two year 13 students and discussed their upcoming exams.
Stay tuned for next week's episode!
LinkedIn link:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sultan-adeshina-a58b40194/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rion-shahini-6674211ba/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/helintopoglu/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/zironghuang/
Introducing the A-Z Talks Podcast - Meet the team.
Hosted by the Brokerage young professionals. A-Z talks brings you closer to all the topics you want answers to.
A-Z Talks is a podcast empowered by Brokerage Ambassadors who unite together to share their opinions on current affairs and discuss issues affecting students from disadvantaged areas. Brokerage Ambassadors work exclusively with The Brokerage in shaping and designing new and existing programmes to help increase candidate engagement.
The mission of this podcast is to create an inclusive and innovative space where students can engage in topics that highlight the unique experiences people undergo in life and the kind of world, we envision living in. We want you to leave each episode having found a way to develop yourself and feeling empowered to explore new opportunities.
We hope you enjoy!