iEThink: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to ieThink. Get to know the people behind our global university and discover their creative ways of thinking. Tune in to hear how the team channels their experiences into impactful careers and face a world that presents us with new challenges every day. With regular content from our hosts and exciting guests, step into the IE University way of life and open your mind to endless possibilities.
In this episode, we hear from the co-founders of Metta Space: Eleanor Manley and Helena Oettingen. The pair discuss their experiences as entrepreneurs and how they’ve pioneered a platform to report workplace sexual harassment. Striving to make a difference, they’ve harnessed their knowledge of data to fight sexual harassment and make a positive social impact. Tune in to hear about their big plans for the future—and how they’ll take their venture beyond anything they first expected.
In honor of mental health week, we host a candid conversation between Julia, Andrea, Adlan and Matteo as they discuss personal experiences and journeys with their mental health. From anxiety and body positivity to how to support other people, the group discuss their personal experiences as young men and women and consider how we can break down the mental health taboo.
To celebrate International Women’s Day, tune in to hear from two driven IE University students Beatriz de los Heros and Cloe Attieh, in conversation with your ieThink hosts. In this engaging discussion, they reflect on their achievements, goals and experiences with getting their foot in the doors of male-dominated industries. Women in industry are earning themselves a whole new reputation and proving age-old gender stereotypes wrong—and Beatriz and Cloe are ready to overcome any obstacles that come their way.
Following the recent IE University student government elections, ieThink sits down with this year’s student president and some members of the 2019-20 team. Having returned to face-to-face meetings, the team assesses the shifts in our daily lives over the last three years and how the face of the student government has changed for the better. Tune in to hear their stimulating debate around policy proposals, and their predictions for which team will take the vote this year.
Whether you love it or hate it, we all know it’s there. This week’s episode discusses all things Valentine’s Day, where our hosts discuss all things romance—from their worst dating experiences to the best places to be single and ready to mingle. Hear the team’s opinions on Valentine’s Day, and the interesting connection between social contexts and definitions of “love”. Whether you came for dating tips or dumping advice, join our hosts for a laugh and a bunch of relatable experiences.
Want to stand out in the job market as a student or recent graduate? Tune in to hear directly from Joe Haslam, IE University professor, former entrepreneur and co-founder of six companies. Originally from Ireland, his number one rule is to have an opinion—and he’s here to share his thoughts on startups vs scaleups. Discover his lessons on bridging the gaps between the experimental phases of your career, and what they can become.
In this episode, meet the man behind the TikTok account: Francisco Borsoi, IE University communications student and influencer. TikTok shaped 2020 socially and even geopolitically, leaving us all wondering: what does it really take to become an influencer? Whether you’re a TikTok fanatic or just wondering what it’s all about, tune in to Francisco’s experience with the app that's taken the social media world by storm and where it’s heading in the future.
In this episode, we sit down with Niklas Hess and Sarah Sánchez to get the lowdown on their newly launched cookbook, Mindfoodness. With the pandemic limiting their options for outdoor activities, they turned to the kitchen, got inspired, and cooked their way to mindfulness. Born from a coincidence and global lockdown, the pair discuss how the book draws upon the field of ‘culinary therapy’, proving how cooking can be so much more than a practical skill.
An A to Z of the big questions affecting young people today—from democracy to first-world problems, and a bit about the smaller things in life, too. Tune into The Salad Bowl to hear some major conversation topics talked through among friends: a healthy mix of opinions from a selection of evergreen thinkers.
In the first ieThink x Unapologetic collaboration, tune in to Adlan and Sebas as they open up about the mental and emotional challenges they faced during the COVID-19 confinement. The two discuss their journeys sparked by a sudden pause in university life: an extended period at home, and then incrementally going back to ‘normal’. Listen in for some thought-provoking reflections on how they have grown throughout this challenging but eye-opening time.
In this episode we meet Rachida Justo, IE University professor and social entrepreneurship expert & consultant. Striving to make an impact in the world, Rachida discusses what it’s like to have lived in multiple cultures and constantly be moving around the world. She tells our host about her experiences and perspectives on social entrepreneurship, and shares her measured views on microcredit. Tune in for your daily dose of podcast learning and get inspired.
This week we chat to Bianca Arrighini, IE University Master in Management student and founder of her own startup and communications platform, Factanza. She discusses her life at IE University, her mission to keep young people informed on current affairs, and the power of social media. Having taken her platform from a group of friends to what is now a network of 30,000 people, we’ve all got something to learn from Bianca’s drive and passion.
The conversation continues. Tune in to Professor DJ Flynn and Professor Balder Hageraats as they unpick the deeper issues surrounding the US Election this November 3rd. From foreign policy, social media politics, political trends and a couple of election predictions, this is your complete guide to the most important US vote in a generation.
Meet Tyler Brklacich, IE University MBA graduate, volunteer for the Peace Corps, and President of the IE LGBT+ Out & Allies Club. He explains his vision for a better world, his experiences with driving social impact, and reflects on the journey that has led him to where he is now. With equality at the forefront of his aspirations and activities so far, listen in to find out how Tyler sees the world looking in the future.
Listen in as IE University professors Balder Hageraats and DJ Flynn talk about the US election, the most controversial and compelling event in a generation. Drawing on their political and media expertise, they discuss trending topics such as media polarization, reactions to presidential debates, and the state of democracy. This informative conversation brings forth important knowledge and insights for us all—both as individuals and for our community as a whole.
IE University alumni and management consultant Mar Pujadas talks about her experiences as a student, explaining how the IE Community has continued to influence her life long after graduation. Listen in as she tells Giorgio Gallo and Roni Cardozo her story: from launching her startup and her IE University journey to joining the Nova Talent Network, eventually landing her current role as an associate in the consulting world.
IE Business School Dean and professor, Martin Boehm, celebrates the Master in Management coming in at #6 in the QS World Ranking, as well as the top ranking of the Executive MBA. Martin goes on to talk to hosts Giorgio Gallo and Roni Cardozo about the institution’s future goals, as well as his own career trajectory. Find out more about his experiences in the IE Community and how he uses a marketing-driven approach in both his personal and professional life.
In this episode, members of IE University’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee speak about the diversity within the IE Community and the unique elements that make it what it is today. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including institutionalized racism, micro and macro aggressions, and recent social movements. This episode shines light on the inclusive spaces at IE University and how the community, people and conversations can help to amplify the voices that need to be heard.
IE Business School alumni, mentor and professor Jesús San Román talks about the startups he’s launched and his experiences in the institution. As a mentor in the IE Venture Lab, Jesús is used to sharing his expertise with students in the IE Community. In this conversation, he shares his insights on what it means to be an entrepreneur in the world of influencer marketing.
Master in International Development student Mickela Vucetich is a true example of what it means to live and work with purpose. In this episode she discusses her global vision and her goals in the world of international relations and international development. Tune in to hear about her experiences as a member of the IE Community and how she uses her hard-earned skill set to propel herself towards her objectives.
Isa Rosberg and Andrea Lerena talk about the IE Women in Business Club in this Spotlight Series episode. Building bridges between academic life and the working world within the IE Community, the club offers a platform from which to empower women within a male-dominated industry. Join their conversation about trending topics including the origins of the club, women’s prominence in today’s world of work, the gender pay gap, and more.
Doctor Paris de L’Etraz talks about how his experiences affect his attitude and thought process. Listen in as he talks about his life across different countries, his career, and his thoughts about how his community responded to the global pandemic. We also discover what it means to be a “Monday person” and, not least, a superhero.
Rewind and reflect with IE University students. In this episode, the hosts take a closer look at the events of 2020 and how their experiences impacted their personal communities, as well as the IE Community. More than the global pandemic itself, they discuss the tragedy in Lebanon, the Black Lives Matter movement, and how the new normal is changing the future. Join the reflection and listen in on a thought-provoking conversation.
Curious about what life is really like as an IE University student? Join in as current IE University students talk about their expectations and initial impressions of the institution and compare them to their experiences so far. This episode covers everything from mentors and being part of the diverse IE Community, to what it's like to live in both Segiova and Madrid.
The global pandemic affected everyone in different ways. In this episode, Taiki Kubota, IE University Mentoring & Counseling Department Director, and Anna Lown, IE University Mentoring & Counseling Department Associate Director, talk about where the IE Community is now. Reflecting on the shift to a digital learning experience during quarantine, Taiki and Anna reflect on the lessons learned, the changes experienced, and how mental health is an essential topic across campus.
IE University wouldn’t be the same without the IE Student Government. In this podcast, former presidents of the IE Student Government join the serving student president to talk about their experiences during their presidencies, current global politics, and the international IE Community.
Irene Delgado, design student and member of the band Marea Local, and John Huth, a design student, graffiti artist and startup founder, share their experiences as artists in the 21st century. Listen in as they give us their insights on what it means to be successful as a student while simultaneously pursuing an artistic passion.
The IE Community is made up of diverse, international perspectives. For each student, there is a unique story of how they arrived at IE University. In this episode, students talk about their culture, heritage, traditions, and what brought them to the institution. Listen in to discover their experiences—from before university to where they are now.
Welcome to ieThink podcast. In this episode, we’re introduced to the bright minds behind the podcast, presenting the podcast itself and their individual roles on the team. ieThink Podcast is designed to explore new ways of thinking and give IE University students a platform to voice their opinions and ideas, or to tell their unique stories. Join the IE Community on this journey and reach out if you’d like to be part of the conversation.