The 93 Talks: Recent Episodes
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The 93% Club Foundation is Serious about Social Mobility.
We are the first and largest network of state-educated university students in the UK and The 93 Talks podcast is our place to have honest conversations about the experience of state-educated students at university. It is also a platform to host employers and industry professionals with valuable insight on how to improve accessibility to top jobs for state-educated students.
To find out more, please head to https://93percent.club
Your host, Joshua, speaks with two current graduate analysts, Harley Everett and Solomon Hagan about life at Capital One, a global financial services company changing banking and lending for the better.
Harley is a Software Engineer and is a graduate from the University of Sheffield where she studied Computer Science with a year in industry. Solomon is a Business Strategy Analyst and is a graduate from the University of Leeds where he studied Engineering with a Masters. Both Harley and Solomon provide insight into what life is like for a graduate working in financial services and more importantly working in Capital One as a junior.
Harley and Solomon, also provide great insight into their career journeys, what it was like coming from a state-educated background, and what they enjoy about working at Capital One. In addition, both guests share tips for succeeding in the recruitment process at Capital One and other careers in general - our listeners don’t want to miss this special episode.
To learn more about Capital One opportunities: https://jobs.capitalone.co.uk/earlycareers
Your host, Joshua, speaks with Head of UK Business, Lucy Hagues, about life at Capital One, a global financial services company changing banking for the better.
Having worked at Capital One for over 17 years, Lucy offers a great insight into what makes Capital One different and an excellent place for graduates to work with the empowering culture that develops and cultivates talent. Lucy also shares her journey from a social mobile background illustrating the power of social mobility in action. She also shares how she pivoted from Engineering to Financial Services.
The pair also discuss Capital One’s work in the social mobility space, tips for succeeding in your career as a young graduate, and the organisation’s commitment to creating an inclusive environment! This is an episode you don’t want to miss.
To learn more about opportunities at Capital One: https://jobs.capitalone.co.uk/earlycareers
Your host, Niamh, speaks with Client Solutions Manager Natalie Kelly about life and her journey into Meta, a global technology giant and conglomerate.
Having worked at the firm for over three years, Natalie offers a great insight into the diverse opportunities available at Meta and what life is like working in the booming technology sector.
Natalie also highlights the importance of graduates picking an organisation that resonates with their values and that graduates can see themselves working in for the long-term.
The pair also discuss Meta’s work in the social mobility space, tips for succeeding in the recruitment process for tech, and the organisation’s commitment to creating an inclusive environment!
To learn more about opportunities at Meta: https://www.metacareers.com/careerprograms/students/
Your host, Niamh, speaks with Trainee Solicitor Charlie Wright about his time at Mishcon de Reya, an independent law firm which acts on innovative and cutting-edge matters.
Currently, in his second seat at Mishcon de Reya, Charlie offers a great insight into the opportunities available at Mishcon de Reya and what life has been like working in the legal profession as a commercial lawyer.
The pair also discuss the potential routes into law, Mishcon de Reya’s work in the social mobility space, tips for succeeding in the recruitment process and what makes the firm unique.
To learn more about Mishcon de Reya: https://www.mishcon.com/graduates
Your host, Joshua, speaks with Chris White, Founder of Aspiring Solicitors and Chair of the Board of Trustees for the AS Foundation, about the fantastic work that Aspiring Solicitors has done in improving access to the legal profession and corporate careers as a whole.
Chris White previously worked at a reputable US firm before establishing Aspiring Solicitors in 2014. Since then, Aspiring Solicitors has grown tremendously. Chirs provides his reflections and thoughts on the journey and the achievements of Aspiring Solicitors to date.
The pair have a thoughtful discussion on what it means to champion social mobility in the industry, tips and advice for students wanting to enter any chosen career path, and what is on the horizon for Aspiring Solicitors.
To learn more about Aspiring Solicitors: https://www.aspiringsolicitors.co.uk/
To learn more about the AS Foundation: https://www.theasf.org.uk
Your host, Niamh, speaks with representatives from Ocado Group, a technology-led global software and robotics platform business, on all things Ocado Group. Niamh has a deep conversation with Abbie Lopez, Cameron Hey, Annabel Ashworth and Lewis Harper in a round-table discussion on Ocado’s work in the social mobility space, what it’s like working here and the many opportunities available for graduates from social mobile backgrounds.
Your host, Joshua, speaks with Insurance Partner James Wickes about life at RPC, a leading law firm. Having worked at the firm for over 15 years, James offers a great insight into the opportunities available at RPC, such as their vacation schemes, training contract and insight days.
The pair also discuss RPC’s work in the social mobility space, tips for succeeding in the recruitment process for law, and the firm’s commitment to creating an inclusive environment!
Your host, Josh, speaks with Audit Director Gemma Surtees about life at KPMG. Having worked for the firm for over 15 years, Gemma offers a great insight into the opportunities available at KPMG, including internships and graduate roles. The pair also discuss KPMG's work in the social mobility space!
Your host, Josh, speaks to Gary Izunwa on the power of experiencing different cultures on your personal development. Having travelled to over 40 countries around the world and currently working for the British Council, Gary and Josh discuss how cultural understanding and pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone can help you to seek a wider variety of opportunities and build your confidence to develop more ambitious networks.
Gary role now revolves around providing low income students with international opportunities.
The 93% Foundation's very own Marketing Director, Fin Wright, sits down with Joshua Best to talk through their experiences, regrets and tips for University life. Having completed an undergraduate and now finishing a postgraduate degree, co-founding The 93% Club UCL, sitting on the national committee for The 93% Foundation and volunteering even more of his time to other causes, Fin is in a uniquely advantageous position to critically assess a multitude of university experiences. Josh and Fin discuss dealing with criticism, balancing commitments and building networks and skills. No matter where you are in your university career, Fin and Josh have valuable insights that shouldn't be missed!!
The 93% Foundations #StateSchoolProud Campaign is running throughout the summer and we would love you hear your #StateSchoolStory! Head to our website, www.93percent.club, or our instagram, @the93percentclub, to find out more.
In this episode 93% Club advocate, Steve Richards, takes us through his his career as a civil engineer, from the milk round at university, to working abroad and how he is maximising on his professional retirement. His experience from working in Luxembourg and Denmark to the Far East, Steve tells us how to adapt to different working cultures; the skills and opportunities you can find to develop your public speaking abilities and how you can identify your passions to continue to find purpose beyond your working life.
The 93% Foundations #StateSchoolProud Campaign is running throughout the summer and we would love you hear your #StateSchoolStory! Head to our website, www.93percent.club, or our instagram, @the93percentclub, to find out more.
Josh speaks to Senior Associate Tom Proverbs-Garbett and Trainee Solicitor Patricia Oon from Pinsent Masons, a top international law firm, about life as a trainee lawyer and beyond. Discussing the importance of making mistakes and how to avoid them, how to handle pressure and the effect of a strong relationship with your supervisor. Tom and Patricia also delve into the growth of a supportive culture at Pinsent Masons throughout the pandemic and how to identify the characteristics of a firm that suit your ambitions and working style.
Applications for Pinsent Masons' graduate opportunities are now open, closing on the 21st May 2021. You can find out more here: https://graduate.pinsentmasons.com
Lawyer and Entrepreneur Eloise speaks to your host, Elle, about how to access your potential and discover new experiences. From studying Law at the University of Cambridge to interning as a UN Peace Ambassador, and instructing yoga classes to setting up her own company, Eloise offers a plethora of golden advice on how to detach from stressful situations, develop a mind body connection and to take advantage of opportunities in front of you. Whether you have your career planned out or have no idea what to do next, these tips and tricks will help you to maximise every moment on your journey through university and beyond.
In the second episode of The 93 Talks, your host, Elle, speaks to Glyn Potts - a passionate and informed headteacher from Oldham, and Deputy Lieutenant for Greater Manchester. Glyn and Elle tackle intriguing topics such as imposer syndrome, accent bias and government policy on social mobility. The discussion culminates at the following question: Do state schools have the resources to help their students 'Level Up'?
The Levelling Up Fund - a £4.8 billion government fund set up to improve everyday life for communities across the UK.
Welcome to the first episode of The 93 Talks!
Your host, Josh, has a frank conversation with The 93% Club founder, Sophie Pender, about what it means to be state-educated in the University system today. From council estate to trainee lawyer, Sophie talks us through where she came from, what she's done and why it's important for us to continue the conversation.
The 93% Foundation presents The 93 Talks, Serious about Social Mobility.
Welcome to The 93% Club Foundation's brand new podcast: The 93 Talks! Our fantastic hosts, Elle and Josh, give you a little taster of what's in store for this podcast and why we are passionate about social mobility!
Thanks to Deon Graham (@deonjgraham on insta) for the intro music.