Best Advanced Degrees Careers Podcasts (2025)

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Hotwarts (OOTP Chapter 29, 'Career Advice') 1:20:20

11m ago1:20:20

1:20:20

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How I Met My Father (OOTP Chapter 28, 'Snape's Worst Memory') 1:45:41

3d ago1:45:41

1:45:41

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How Chambers Are Expanding Apprenticeship Opportunities with ACCE – Part One 45:49

4d ago45:49

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, created in collaboration with the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), Joe and Kiko chat with Amy Shields, Executive Director of ACCE Foundation and Vice President of Programs at ACCE; Erin Riffle, Senior Director of Apprenticeships at the Greater Cleveland Partnership; and Mike Holland, Direc…

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A New Trio, and That Same Author 1:28:06

10d ago1:28:06

1:28:06

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Advancing Healthcare Workforce Development with H-CAP – Part Two 47:04

22d ago47:04

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, created in collaboration with the Healthcare Career Advancement Program (H-CAP), Joe chats with Madeline Boehm, Program Manager of Registered Apprenticeship at H-CAP; Terrie Ridgeway-Olmos, Assistant Director, Workforce Planning & Development, at SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West; Janet Cloke, Registered Nur…

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Mapping Out The 'Harry Potter' TV Show's First Season 27:21

17d ago27:21

27:21

With the Harry Potter TV show beginning to film this summer, Andrew conjures an episode-by-episode (Marauder's) map of Harry Potter: Season 1! What will each episode of Season 1 depict from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and what can they do to please longtime fans of the series? HBO has to prove that there's a reason to reboot Harry Potter…

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Pink Kitten Club (OOTP Chapter 27, The Centaur and the Sneak) 1:22:24

24d ago1:22:24

1:22:24

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Advancing Healthcare Workforce Development with H-CAP – Part One 50:53

1M ago50:53

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, created in collaboration with the Healthcare Career Advancement Program (H-CAP), Joe and Kiko chat with Madeline Boehm, Program Manager of Registered Apprenticeship at H-CAP; Julie Trott, Director of the Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Training Program at SpecialtyCare; Dr. Johaun Jackson, Director of Nu…

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Radio Voldy (OOTP Chapter 26, Seen and Unforeseen) 1:18:00

1M ago1:18:00

1:18:00

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Introducing the International Center for the Apprenticeship Degree and ICAD 2025 40:46

1M ago40:46

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe and Kiko chat with Eric Dunker, Founding Executive Director for the National Center for the Apprenticeship Degree at Reach University; Tom Bewick, British educationalist, consultant, policy advisor, journalist, and academic and a senior advisor at Reach University; and Jane Hadfield, an award-winning leade…

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Keep Your Friends Close And Your Beetles Closer (OOTP Chapter 25, The Beetle at Bay) 1:18:41

1M ago1:18:41

1:18:41

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Snape's True Colors (OOTP Chapter 24, Occlumency) 1:10:34

2M ago1:10:34

1:10:34

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits like Bonus MuggleCast! On this week's edition we discuss the best use of 8 hours to tell the story of the first season of the upcoming TV show! Patreon.com/MuggleCast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past, including our 19th Anniversar…

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Transforming State-Level Apprenticeship in Colorado 42:05

2M ago42:05

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe and Kiko chat with Denise Miller, Ed.D., director of Apprenticeship Colorado at the Office of the Future of Work in the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. Together, they discuss the advantages of state-level administration for employers and apprentices, how Apprenticeship Colorado has adapted the…

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Emotional Support Hippogriff (OOTP Chapter 23, Christmas on the Closed Ward) 1:18:49

2M ago1:18:49

1:18:49

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits like Bonus MuggleCast! On this week's edition we discuss the best use of 8 hours to tell the story of the first season of the upcoming TV show! Patreon.com/MuggleCast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past, including our 19th Anniversar…

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Someone Call A Broombulance (OOTP Chapter 22, 'St. Mungo’s Hospital...') 1:18:51

2M ago1:18:51

1:18:51

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits like Bonus MuggleCast! On this week's edition we discuss the best use of 8 hours to tell the story of the first season of the upcoming TV show! Patreon.com/MuggleCast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past, including our 19th Anniversar…

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Kierra Lewis Returns, and MuggleMail (Are We Too Hard on Draco?) 1:31:34

2M ago1:31:34

1:31:34

On this week's episode of MuggleCast, we celebrate 700 episodes of Potter podcasting! Thanks to everyone who has been with us on this magical journey! Having recently finished the Harry Potter series herself, we welcome back friend of the show, Kierra Lewis! Plus, we bust open the Muggle Mailbag to hear directly from you on all things Order of the …

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Avada Cow-Davra (OOTP Chapter 21, The Eye of the Snake) 1:28:12

2M ago1:28:12

1:28:12

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits like Bonus MuggleCast! Patreon.com/MuggleCast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past! MuggleMillennial.Etsy.com On this week's episode, grab your tissues because we're discussing Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Chapter 21: Th…

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Gurg Wars (OOTP Chapter 20, Hagrid's Tale) 1:11:17

3M ago1:11:17

1:11:17

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits like Bonus MuggleCast! On this week's edition we discuss the best use of 8 hours to tell the story of the first season of the upcoming TV show! Patreon.com/MuggleCast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past! MuggleMillennial.Etsy.com On …

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Hey Malfoy You're So Fine (OOTP Chapter 19, The Lion and the Serpent) 1:24:19

3M ago1:24:19

1:24:19

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits like Bonus MuggleCast! On this week's edition we discuss the best use of 8 hours to tell the story of the first season of the upcoming TV show! Patreon.com/MuggleCast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past! MuggleMillennial.Etsy.com Thi…

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Apprenticeship and Job Opportunities Surrounding Incarceration 36:01

3M ago36:01

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe chats with Akua Amaning, Director of Criminal Justice Reform at the Center for American Progress. Together, they discuss why apprenticeship and job training opportunities are important for incarcerated individuals, obstacles that formerly incarcerated individuals face when returning to their communities, w…

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Youth Apprenticeship: An Essential Pathway for America’s Next Generation 44:28

3M ago44:28

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Kiko chats with Brent Parton, President of CareerWise; Christopher Grant, Product Designer at Mastercard and CareerWise Youth Apprenticeship alumnus; and Jennifer Kral, Director of Alternative Licensure at Morgan County School District in Colorado. Together, they discuss the immense value of youth apprenticesh…

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Expelliarmy! (OOTP Chapter 18, Dumbledore's Army) 58:37

3M ago58:37

58:37

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Society for Hulk Prevention (OOTP Chapter 17, Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four) 1:35:58

4M ago1:35:58

1:35:58

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits! Patreon.com/mugglecast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past! MuggleMillennial.Etsy.com On this week's episode, sit tight. Because the overreach by Professor Umbridge interfering with the everyday lives of Hogwarts students is just be…

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Rookie Rule Breaker (OOTP Chapter 16, In The Hog's Head) 1:20:22

4M ago1:20:22

1:20:22

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits! Patreon.com/mugglecast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past! MuggleMillennial.Etsy.com On this week's episode, grab a dirty bottle of Butterbeer from the bartender who kind of looks familiar and pull up a seat or two, because Andrew,…

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C's Get Degrees (OOTP Chapter 15, The Hogwarts High Inquisitor) 1:26:34

4M ago1:26:34

1:26:34

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits! Patreon.com/mugglecast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past! MuggleMillennial.Etsy.com On this week's episode, we're preparing to be inspected as the new High Inquisitor of Hogwarts sets her eyes on some easy prey. Chapter-by-Chapter…

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Overcoming Apprenticeship and Workforce Development Challenges in the Big Apple 43:15

4M ago43:15

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe speaks with Greg Morris, CEO of the New York City Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC). Together, they discuss NYCETC’s mission, how the coalition is tackling the city's unique workforce development challenges, and its efforts to close skills gaps in emerging industries—such as artificial intelligenc…

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New Quill Who Dis? (OOTP Chapter 14, Percy and Padfoot) 1:19:29

4M ago1:19:29

1:19:29

Help MuggleCast grow! Become a MuggleCast Member and get great benefits! Patreon.com/mugglecast Grab official merch! MuggleCastMerch.com Pick up overstock merch from years past! MuggleMillennial.Etsy.com On this week's episode, we're taking deep breaths and going through Percy's letter to Ron, as Chapter-by-Chapter tackles Chapter 14 of Order of th…

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I Declare Loyalty! (OOTP Chapter 13, Detention with Dolores) 1:35:21

4M ago1:35:21

1:35:21

On this week's episode, bust out your day planner because we've got plenty of classes, loads of homework and a few detentions! And keep your hands off of the knitted hats, those are for the House-Elves! This week's episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Learn how to identify red and green flags with a therapist at BetterHelp.com/mugglecast. Welcome Qu…

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Joe’s Trip to Germany: Insights and Reactions from Apprenticeship Thought Leaders 52:17

5M ago52:17

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe and Kiko welcome back Ben Wildavsky, visiting fellow at Harvard’s Graduate School of Education, and Paul Fain, a seasoned journalist focused on the intersection of education and work. Together, they discuss Joe’s recent trip to Germany, where he gained invaluable insights into the apprenticeship landscape …

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Does Dumbledore Spy Through Chocolate Frog Cards?! and More Muggle Mail 1:11:38

5M ago1:11:38

1:11:38

Our first Muggle Mail episode of the year is here! And more than ever, listeners are boldly telling us who we have been too critical of in our latest read-through of Order of the Phoenix. Does planning things out make them worse? Can Sirius be blamed for his behaviors? And where does little Dumbledore go when he's not on the Chocolate Frog cards? A…

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Driving Development in American Apprenticeship 39:28

5M ago39:28

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe and Kiko chat with Dr. Robert Lerman, Chairman of the Board for Apprenticeships for America, and John Colborn, Executive Director of Apprenticeships for America. Together, they discuss the state of play on U.S. apprenticeship in 2025, where the U.S. stands with youth apprenticeship and apprenticeship degre…

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A Case of the Mondays (OOTP Chapter 12, Professor Umbridge) 1:15:52

5M ago1:15:52

1:15:52

Crack open a pack of your favorite biscuits and pull up a comfy chair because this week we’re discussing Chapter 12 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Professor Umb*tch. And put your hand down, Hermione, because we're not answering any of your questions (that's next week's episode)! Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Order of the Phoenix,…

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Mall Santa Sorting Hat (OOTP Chapter 11, The Sorting Hat’s New Song) 1:18:37

5M ago1:18:37

1:18:37

New year of Hogwarts, new song from the Sorting Hat! That’s the way it goes this week as our first Chapter by Chapter of 2025 delves into Chapter 11 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Join Eric, Laura and Micah on a fun adventure past thestrals, toady new teachers, and unexpected conflicts with dorm mates. But first, a reminder! Still ro…

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New Year, Evolving Developments in Apprenticeship 1:08:02

5M ago1:08:02

1:08:02

In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe chats with Anna Fontus, Program Officer at ECMC Foundation; Laura Love, Senior Vice President at Strada Education Foundation; Michael Horn, Education Author, Speaker, and Co-Founder and Distinguished Fellow at the Clayton Christensen Institute for Disruptive Innovation; and Brent Orrell, Senior Fellow at t…

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Mammography and Radiology 24:43

5M ago24:43

24:43

This conversation dives into radiography, emphasizing impressive graduate employment rates at Chattahoochee Tech. It distinguishes radiography from radiology and highlights the new mammography program addressing workforce shortages. Featuring input from instructors, students, and employers, it showcases the program's success and healthcare opportun…

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What We're Hyped For in 2025: Hunger Games, Stranger Things, and More! 57:41

5M ago57:41

57:41

MuggleCast returns January 14 with new episodes in which we continue to explore Order of the Phoenix! Until then, we present this episode of our other podcast What the Hype?! in which we look at what we're most looking forward to in pop culture in 2025! And before looking ahead, we look back at the fandoms we adored in 2024, with the goal being to …

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Examining Alternative Higher Education Pathways 35:04

5M ago35:04

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe chats with Kathleen deLaski, Founder and Board Chair of the Education Design Lab, which works with colleges, states, and employers to design shorter, more targeted forms of higher education. Together, they discuss Kathleen’s new book, Who Needs College Anymore?, and where apprenticeships fit in; policy and…

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Would You Date a Wizard or Witch? We Debate the Pros and Cons 30:11

5M ago30:11

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We're off this week because of the holidays, so enjoy this release from our Patreon! Listener discretion advised. This Bonus MuggleCast asks the hard question: would you date a witch or wizard if you were a Muggle, and how would you feel about the challenges ahead? Andrew comes up with a few ground rules and Eric, Laura and Micah engage them on thi…

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How Well Do You Know The Holidays at Hogwarts? It's HP Trivia Night! 47:59

6M ago47:59

47:59

In our final episode of 2024, MuggleCast hosts a live Harry Potter trivia game! We're joined by special guest Rohan Gotobed as we quiz fans on the Hogwarts Houses, the origins of Hogwarts, and the Holidays in Harry Potter. Even though this was recorded earlier in December, you get to play along as we read each of the questions and possible answers.…

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The Fudgerator (OOTP Chapter 10, Luna Lovegood) 1:19:36

6M ago1:19:36

1:19:36

After a tumultuous summer, it’s time to go back to Hogwarts! Harry is still navigating his feelings of Ron and Hermione being made prefects, and he’s about to meet an entirely new character who might refresh his perspective, all in the latest Chapter-by-Chapter segment from the MuggleCasters, covering Chapter 10 of Order of the Phoenix, Luna Lovego…

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The Not-So-Chosen One (OOTP Chapter 9, The Woes of Mrs. Weasley) 1:32:01

6M ago1:32:01

1:32:01

Harry has been cleared of all charges! Ron and Hermione have been made Prefects! We're throwing a banger of a party at Grimmauld Place! Come join us as we discuss The Woes of Mrs. Weasley, just leave the boggart at home, please! Welcome, Slug Club Member Rex! It's the holiday season and the MuggleCast Merch Store is open for all your gifting needs!…

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A New Partnership for Improving Student and Teacher Development in Louisiana 39:24

6M ago39:24

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Kiko chats with Laura Roussel, Chief Academic Officer for Teaching and Learning in Jefferson Parish Schools in Louisiana; Dr. Tamika Duplessis, Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at Delgado Community College; and Dr. Joshua Barnett, Chief Executive Officer for the National Institute for Excellence i…

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Would You Date a Wizard or Wizard? We Discuss the Pros and Cons 27:22

6M ago27:22

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Happy holidays, everyone! We don’t have a regular episode for you this week because of the Thanksgiving holiday, but we DO have a special release for you today! In this Bonus MuggleCast, we discuss the topic of being a muggle and dating a wizard. What would that be like? What pro’s and con’s are there? Our Patrons told us this was a favorite Bonus …

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Going All In on Providing Viable Pathways Through Apprenticeship 47:39

7M ago47:39

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In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Kiko chats with Mark Hedstrom, Executive Director of Skilled Careers Coalition (SCC), and Chelle Travis, Executive Director of SkillsUSA. Together, they discuss differing career pathways for young people, key findings from recent research from both organizations, the apprenticeship “knowledge gap,” how apprent…

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Albus Dumbledore, Superstar (OOTP Chapter 8, The Hearing) 1:11:24

7M ago1:11:24

1:11:24

It’s the day of Harry’s hearing in our Chapter-by-Chapter re-read of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, and we wouldn’t blame you if you lost sleep over it. While the odds are stacked firmly against Harry in several ways, Dumbledore decides to save Harry and us all by standing up against the increasingly-fascist Ministry of Magic. Join Andr…

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Scout the Route! (OOTP Chapter 7, The Ministry of Magic) 1:09:56

7M ago1:09:56

1:09:56

Aren’t government buildings exciting? This week, the MuggleCasters jog their memories of how to do public transit because it’s time to go to the Ministry for Harry’s disciplinary hearing! Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura as they discuss Chapter 7 of Order of the Phoenix, “The Ministry of Magic.” Show announcements including what’s going on over a…

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Bonus Episode: Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2024 27:19

7M ago27:19

27:19

In this bonus episode, coinciding with National Apprenticeship Week, Apprenticeship 2.0 shares the stories of four outstanding leaders in the space, as well as insights into their apprenticeship programs. They are Sai Pachava from ApprenticePath; Aaron Linson from the Blind Institute of Technology; Amanda Wells from the Naval Shipyard Institute; an…

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A Tapestry of Secrets (OOTP Chapter 6, The Noble and Most Ancient House of Black) 1:23:34

7M ago1:23:34

1:23:34

This week, grab your doxy spray and settle in because we're deep cleaning the Noble and Most Ancient House of Black. Join Eric, Micah and Laura as they dodge possessed music boxes, coughing wastebaskets, and mysterious lockets all while fighting with a deranged House-Elf and learning about pureblood wizarding families! News Alert: Hogwarts Legacy 2…

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Closing the Healthcare Talent Gap Through Apprenticeship 26:16

7M ago26:16

26:16

In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe and Kiko chat with Chad Rountree, CEO of Propel America. Together, they discuss why apprenticeship is one of the most viable career pathways for careers in healthcare, how apprenticeship benefits young people and employers, the launch of a new Propel model in 2025, and much more. Music by Evgeny Bardyuzha …

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Should We Feel Sorry for Petunia Dursley? And more MuggleMail 1:00:31

7M ago1:00:31

1:00:31

Join Andrew, Eric, Laura and Micah as we dive into the Muggle Mailbag and respond to listener feedback from the first five chapters of our Order of the Phoenix reread! Visit our new online store for can’t-miss items that are one of a kind! MuggleCastMerch.com Voicemails cover what Hermione would be like in grad school, and a theory as to why the Cu…

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