Owl Have You Know is Rice Business’ podcast created to share the experiences of alumni, faculty, students and other members of our business community – real stories of belonging, failing, rebounding and, ultimately, succeeding. During meaningful conversations, we dive deep into how each guest has built success through troubles and triumphs before, during and after they set foot in McNair Hall. The Owl Have You Know Podcast is a production of the business school at Rice University (Rice Busin ...
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Elevate and Expand is a podcast where small business owners can find the community, guidance, and accountability needed to grow a successful business. As an entrepreneur, you have responsibility for pretty much everything in your business – but that doesn't mean you have to figure out everything on your own. In each episode, we’ll dive into the hard-earned experience of emerging and experienced business owners to keep you from having to re-invent the wheel. Meet our host: Terry Rice is a hus ...
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Unfinished Biz with Robin and Wayne highlights founder stories from some of the most exciting, emerging brands on the planet. Often the more interesting stories happen before companies have “made it." Unfinished Biz focuses on honest conversations around tough topics, liberating milestones and incredible stories.
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This is The Way You Lead — the show for a new era of leaders who are ready to rise. Hosted by Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur Joshua Church, each episode unpacks what it means to lead from the inside out with faith, heart, integrity, strength, and authenticity. Through stories, strategies, and conversations with embodied leaders, you’ll gain what you need to help you lead yourself and others in today’s changing world. Because the way you lead matters—and now is the time to step up.
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Entrepreneurship Is in the Rice DNA feat. Al Danto ’00
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1:13:29Professor Al Danto’s courses are not just master classes in entrepreneurship — they’re master classes for life — which is why he’s considered something of a legend around Rice Business. On this special episode of Owl Have You Know, Al shares his secrets to success and the lessons he’s learned that can transform the way that we both live and we lead…
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Coaching the Leaders of Tomorrow feat. Sujeev Chittipolu ’21
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27:35After many successful years as a mechanical engineer for Baker Hughes, Sujeev Chittipolu ’21 thought it was time to invest in his leadership potential. That led him to Rice Business. As part of Rice’s Professional MBA program, Sujeev formed invaluable connections through programs like CoachRICE and even joined the board of one of his classmate’s no…
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#217: Why Realness is the Most Radical Leadership Practice
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14:31Real leadership starts when we take off the mask.In this solo episode, Joshua dives into the power of authenticity and why our natural state—raw, imperfect, real—is exactly what the world needs more of. Drawing wisdom from nature, ancient wiring, and lived experience, he explores the fears that keep us from showing up as our true selves and the lib…
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#216: The Masculine Void & The Feminine Response with Christina Rice
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1:22:50Tune in for a powerful conversation exploring the dynamic between masculine and feminine energy in today's world. In this live podcast recording, Christina and Joshua took a deep dive into the modern polarity conversation -- what it means for men to step up, the sacred role of the feminine, and how this energy dance is playing out in dating, relati…
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#215: Protecting your peace in a world that profits from your chaos
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16:29Is this really worth losing your peace over? That’s the question Joshua Church invites us to live by in this powerful solo episode of The Way You Lead. In a world constantly pulling at our attention—and our nervous systems—Joshua explores the daily practice of protecting your peace. Drawing inspiration from Michael Singer and the simple yet profoun…
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Making Venture Capital More Accessible feat. Emmanuel Yimfor '20
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41:28At a time when startups are primarily funded by private market investors, who you know has become a critical factor in gaining access to that venture capital. But how does the reliance on alumni and professional networks create barriers for startups from historically disadvantaged groups? Emmanuel Yimfor ’20 is a finance professor at Columbia Busin…
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#214: From Disconnection to Integration: How to Lead, Heal, and Thrive with Scott Olsen
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1:26:30Disconnection may be one of the biggest health issues we face today—and most people don’t even realize they’re living in it. In this rich and revealing conversation, Joshua sits down with healer, martial artist, and fascia expert Scott Olsen to explore what it truly means to live and lead in an integrated way. From working with world-class athletes…
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#213: From Isolation to Impact: How June An Creates Heart-Centered Spaces
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53:29In this honest and heart-opening conversation, Joshua sits down with June An—serial entrepreneur, community builder, and founder of the group, a San Diego-based gathering redefining what connection in business can look like. What started as June’s personal challenge to have coffee with one new person every day has grown into a thriving in-person co…
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Bringing Clarity to Women’s Healthcare feat. Monique Pourkarimi ’25
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31:04After navigating a challenging endometriosis diagnosis, multiple surgeries, and a complex healthcare system, Andria “Monique” Pourkarimi ’25 decided to tackle a gap she experienced firsthand. While pursuing an online MBA at Rice, an idea born in the classroom grew into Dr. Clara, LLC — a women’s health startup focused on closing the communication g…
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#212: From Friendship to Foundership: Leading Without Losing the Relationship
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25:45Working with the people you love doesn’t have to end in a blow-up—or burnout. In this solo episode, Joshua shares a candid and hard-earned perspective on one of the most loaded leadership dynamics: working with friends and family. Drawing from his experience building a multimillion-dollar company with his cousin and hiring close friends into key le…
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#211: Becoming Sunshine: Leading Through Rhythm, Nature, and Truth with Jenna-Leigh Hoffmann
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51:45What if the sun held the key to coming home to yourself? In this rich and heart-centered conversation, Jenna Leigh—author, athlete, and integrative health coach—shares her journey from burnout in corporate tech to reclaiming her vitality through nature, rhythm, and truth.We explore the science and spirituality behind sunlight, circadian rhythms, an…
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#210: 3 shifts you MUST make to go from Founder to CEO of your biz
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21:33Having the vision isn’t what makes you a great leader—translating it is. This is a solo episode with Joshua Church, diving into the leadership shifts required to go from scrappy founder to intentional CEO. Joshua shares the three most critical transitions every founder must make if they want to build something that lasts: Moving from operator to ar…
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#209: Choosing the Harder Path: Resilience, Intuition, and Everest Lessons with Nikita Colomatin
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1:00:13What does it mean to choose the harder path—and why does it matter Recorded over tea at 14,000 feet on the trail to Everest Base Camp, this conversation with Nikita Colomatin cuts through the noise. Entrepreneur, endurance athlete, and co-founder of Endure, Nikita brings a lived perspective on growth, grit, and what it takes to lead yourself when n…
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Connecting Investors and Veteran Entrepreneurs feat. Mike Tatz ’14 and Corban Bates ’15
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38:29During their time at Rice Business, Mike Tatz ’14 and Corban Bates ’15 saw an opportunity to connect veterans with capital and the network needed to start a business. As veterans themselves, they understood how important it is to have the right connections and platform to pitch an idea. With that, the Veterans Business Battle was born. But Mike and…
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#208: The Power of Saying Anything: How Small Talk Sparks Big Growth.
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8:58In this short and spontaneous solo episode, Joshua shares a surprising moment of connection from a sauna in San Francisco—and the deeper lesson it sparked around leadership, growth, and human connection. What began as casual small talk with strangers turned into real conversation, loose ties, and meaningful new relationships. Through the lens of pr…
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#207: From Fear to Fatherhood – Love, Leadership, and Polarity with Joren de Bruin
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54:23What if the very thing you fear most is the key to your growth? In this raw and heart-centered episode, Joshua shares a hot tub conversation in Iceland with Joren de Bruin—facilitator, father, and truth seeker. Together, they unpack the journey of embracing commitment, fatherhood, and the responsibility that comes with leading from presence. Joren …
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#206: Nice Guys Finish Last: 5 Practices Every Man Needs to Reclaim His Strength
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31:42It’s not enough to be nice. We need men who lead with strength, integrity, and conviction. In this solo episode, Joshua Church speaks directly to men—and to the women who love and support them—about what’s been lost and what must be reclaimed. This is a call to return to embodied masculinity, not as dominance or toxicity, but as grounded leadership…
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#205: "Resonance" and Emotional Tools for Modern Leaders with Chris Barber
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1:23:40What if success wasn’t about focus, but freedom to explore? In this episode, Joshua sits down with Chris Barber—entrepreneur, father, and systems thinker—for a grounded conversation on what it really takes to lead yourself in today’s world. From navigating ADHD to challenging traditional education and startup dogma, Chris shares how embracing exper…
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Lab-Grown Organs and a $900k Win feat. Charlie Childs and Madeline Eiken
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29:29Like the discovery of penicillin, it started with an unexpected moment in the lab. Charlie Childs and Madeline Eiken didn’t set out to revolutionize drug testing — but a surprise breakthrough led them to create the world’s first lab-grown human intestine and win the 2025 Rice Business Plan Competition's grand prize. Their startup, Intero Biosystems…
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#204: 6 Takeaways from a Meditation Retreat on Mt. Shasta
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17:04In this solo episode, Joshua shares the fresh, heart-full reflections from four days unplugged on Mount Shasta. What unfolded was part meditation retreat, part spiritual tune-up, and a full immersion into presence, laughter, stillness, and divine reminder. Through the lens of nature, mentorship, and ceremony, Joshua unpacks 10 key takeaways from th…
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#203: Erotic Intelligence and the Divine Path with Jessica Bird
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1:22:36What if your deepest truth lived in the places you’ve been taught to avoid? In this expansive conversation, Jessica Bird—intuitive channel, speaker, and guide—shares her path of reclaiming spiritual and sexual sovereignty. From shutting down her psychic gifts as a child to awakening them through a dark night of the soul, Jessica opens up about brid…
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#202: The Art of Holding Space: Why Emotional Presence Is Your Most Underrated Leadership Tool and How To Do It.
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21:56What if your greatest impact as a leader isn’t what you say—but how you listen? In this solo episode, Joshua unpacks the often-misunderstood concept of holding space and brings it down to earth with real, practical insights. He explores why emotional presence is essential to modern leadership, how your ability to hold space for others starts with h…
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#201: Grief, Growth, and the Call of the Wild with Jamey Lee
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1:17:37What if your hardest moment held the key to your greatest purpose?In this episode, Joshua sits down with Jamey Lee—storyteller, creative strategist, and Chief Creative Officer of Deep Social—for a heartfelt conversation on loss, spirituality, and the power of emotional storytelling. Jamey shares how the death of his best friend became a turning poi…
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How a Disney Skater Became a Startup Founder feat. Becky Jackson ’25
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32:02As the first figure skater to play Elsa in Disney On Ice’s Frozen and now a pioneer in the private security industry, Becky Jackson knows a thing or two about creating something from scratch. Before earning an MBA at Rice and becoming an entrepreneur, Becky had an illustrious figure skating career with Team USA and Disney. Now, she’s revolutionizin…
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#200: A Special Live Panel Discussion + Celebration ft. Christina Rice, Frank Roby, Nina Barber & Chad Sonkin
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1:30:01To celebrate the 200th episode, Joshua hosts a special live panel with guests Christina Rice, Frank Roby, Nina Barber, and Chad Sonkin. This discussion centers on navigating challenging seasons and the leadership qualities that inspire resilience. The panel shares how to lead with faith, heart, integrity, strength, and authenticity. Learn how to zo…
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#199: The Power of Pivoting and Inner Leadership with Jon Miksis
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1:04:20What happens when your business gets wiped out overnight—and you decide to grow from it? In this episode, Joshua sits down with Jon Miksis, founder of Global Viewpoint and a longtime travel creator, for a real and revealing conversation on resilience, reinvention, and inner leadership. Jon shares his journey from corporate burnout to building a 7-f…
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#198: How I Pulled Myself Out of "The Spiral"
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15:57What do you do when the spiral hits—when fear, doubt, and disconnection creep in? In this solo episode, Joshua shares a raw moment of his own recent spiral and how he found his way back through it—not by thinking his way out, but by feeling his way through. From post-travel burnout and scarcity fears to loneliness and self-doubt, he unpacks the emo…
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#197: From Passion to Pivot: Building Sustainable Impact with Samantha Pantazopoulos
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1:00:41What happens when your passion project outgrows its original form? In this episode, Samantha Pantazopoulos—entrepreneur, storyteller, and co-founder of Vizer—opens up about the raw and revealing journey of evolving a purpose-driven company. From launching a workout-for-impact platform in college to navigating the emotional weight of a strategic piv…
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Shaping The Future of Retail feat. Ramon Marquez ’25 and Taylin Luzcando
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36:37Retail executive Ramon Marquez can point to virtually every store in a shopping mall and explain how he helped that brand grow. With a passion for retail dating back to his childhood, he’s built a career as a leader in merchandising, product management and retail operations for major retailers like JCPenney, Abercrombie & Fitch, Old Navy, and is no…
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#196: How to Set the Tone Before the Day Does
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22:09Great leaders don’t react to the world—they lead from within. In this solo episode, Joshua breaks down 5 powerful ways to start your day like a thermostat, not a thermometer. Whether it’s a crisis at work or just the noise of daily life, your response begins before the moment even arrives. From deep journaling and embodiment to intentional resets a…
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#195: Leading with Play, Presence, and Spiritual Practice with John Quirk
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1:05:01What if presence, play, and trust were the real tools for transformation? In this episode, Joshua is joined by John Quirk—yoga teacher, retreat leader, and heart-led entrepreneur—for a conversation that blends depth, humor, and grounded insight. John shares his journey from corporate burnout to building a life centered on embodiment, community, and…
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#194: 6 Leadership Lessons from Netflix’s Thunderbirds
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21:27What can six fighter jets flying 18 inches apart teach us about leadership? A lot. In this solo episode, Joshua breaks down six powerful leadership lessons from Netflix’s Thunderbirds documentary. From building trust through precision to creating systems that outlast any one person, the Thunderbirds model what it means to lead with discipline, pres…
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#193: The Inner Game of Leadership and Performance with Mike Mabry
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1:08:01Can you pursue greatness without losing yourself along the way? In this episode, Joshua sits down with Mike Mabry, mental performance coach and founder of One Play Development, for a grounded conversation on the mindset behind real leadership. Mike shares how personal adversity shaped his path and how he now supports student-athletes in building co…
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Transforming AI Literacy in the Classroom feat. Corey Layne Crouch ’13
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38:39Despite entering college as a pre-med major, Corey Layne Crouch ’13 found her calling in the classroom after working as a teacher’s aide for a kindergarten class. Switching majors, she set out on a path to transform the education system from within. Corey’s entrepreneurial mindset in her work as a high school English teacher and school principal le…
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#192: Lead Like You Mean It: 5 Principles for Living in Integrity
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13:55Are your words truly aligned with your actions—or are you sending mixed signals? In this solo episode, Joshua explores the deeper meaning of integrity and why it’s about alignment, not perfection. He shares five core principles for living what you speak: the importance of self-awareness, the weight of giving your word, and the power of daily follow…
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#191: Holding the Vision and Faith: Barbershop Wisdom with Frank Roby
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2:02:49What happens when a barbershop becomes a space for healing and transformation? In this episode, Joshua sits down with Frank Roby, founder of Mr. Roby’s Barbershop and a steady force in the San Diego community. Frank shares his path from cutting hair at age 8 to creating a space built on trust, purpose, and faith. Through honest stories of struggle …
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#190: The Inner Work of Heart-Led Millionaires: My Top 6 Takeaways from a Week in Sedona
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23:49What do seven-figure, heart-led leaders really have in common? After a week in Sedona surrounded by high-level entrepreneurs, Joshua returns with six core takeaways that reshaped his view of leadership, success, and inner alignment. This isn’t a list of strategies—it’s a reflection on identity, faith, and the internal shifts required to hold more p…
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Investing in Ideas You Believe in feat. Ben Mayberry ’76
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32:40As a seasoned entrepreneur, investor and mentor, Ben Mayberry ’76 has seen a lot of change in the Houston business sector over the last 50 years. Beginning his career in the technology sector, Ben went on to co-found companies like BSG and Winston Sage, and has been deeply involved in the Rice Business community through mentorship and recruiting. B…
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#189: Mental Toughness, Self-Leadership, and the Long Game with Chad Sonkin
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1:31:02What does it really take to lead yourself—day in and day out? In this episode, Joshua sits down with Chad Sonkin for a raw, energizing conversation on mental toughness, ownership, and the inner game of leadership. From navigating entrepreneurial uncertainty to lighting people up in everyday moments, Chad shares how he stays grounded through discipl…
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#188: The Way You Lead – A New Chapter Begins
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28:40After nearly 200 episodes, it’s time for a new chapter. This episode marks a powerful evolution—from Find The Others to The Way You Lead. More than a new name, this shift reflects a deeper calling: to serve the leaders of this next era. The ones who are ready to lead with clarity, courage, heart, and truth. In this episode, I share the behind-the-s…
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Work Smarter With AI feat. Summer Husband ’02
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26:46With a Ph.D. in computational and applied mathematics from Rice, Summer Husband ’02 has been at the forefront of AI and data innovation for years. From transforming how the U.S. Navy uses machine learning to now leading data products and applied intelligence at Worley, her career bridges complex tech and real-world impact. Following her workshop, U…
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Why Smart Failure Wins feat. Michelle Lewis '05
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29:48What’s worse than failing in your career? For Michelle Lewis ’05, it’s not trying at all. That fearless mindset propelled her from a fine arts degree to a global career as a C-suite leader, board director, and private equity principal. Over the years, Michelle has helped drive $10 billion in acquisitions across 30 countries and guided companies thr…
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Professor, Ex-Bar Owner and Snoop Dogg’s Business Partner feat. Senior Associate Dean James Weston
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37:10In this special live episode of Owl Have You Know, James Weston, the senior associate dean for degree programs and Harmon Whittington Professor of Finance, reflects on his 25 years at Rice Business. Join James and host Maya Pomroy ’22 as they explore his journey from the Federal Reserve to Rice Business, the evolution of the school over the past tw…
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Striking the Right Chord feat. Shai Littlejohn '26
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17:38Rice Executive MBA student Shai Littlejohn is no stranger to reinvention. From law to music — and now, corporate counsel for one of the world’s most recognizable brands — she has built a career on embracing challenges and following her passions. As director and corporate counsel for global supply chain & innovation at Starbucks, Shai recently spoke…
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Where Big Ideas Take Flight feat. Dr. Paul Cherukuri
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32:35A great idea is just the beginning. How do you turn it into something bigger? Dr. Paul Cherukuri, Rice University's first vice president for innovation and chief innovation officer, works with academics and industry titans to remove roadblocks for budding entrepreneurs and help cement Houston and Rice as top hubs for innovation. Paul joins Owl Have…
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Fixing Healthcare, One Bottleneck at a Time feat. Professor Tolga Tezcan
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36:23Have you ever wondered why the wait times in emergency rooms are so long? Or what dictates the cost of healthcare and it seems so high? Professor Tolga Tezcan has studied healthcare systems around the globe, collaborating with hospitals and researching questions involving access and business operations. He has continued that work at Rice University…
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#187: Kayla Harrison on Olympic Judo Gold, Surviving Childhood Trauma & Healing Through Motherhood
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48:19Kayla Harrison is a fearless mother of 2 who embodies strength, perseverance and resilience. Her journey is a testament to the power of determination and hard work. From the mat to motherhood, Kayla’s story is one of breaking barriers and pushing boundaries. Get ready to be motivated by her remarkable journey as we dive into the incredible story of…
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#186: Austin Griffin on Digital Distractions, Soul’s Calling and Living Beyond External Noise
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1:02:10Austin Griffin is an entrepreneur, visionary, and seeker who has been creating his own path since the age of 15. With a history of building several successful businesses, Austin’s journey is one of constant evolution—driven by a deep commitment to understanding himself and the world around him. In recent years, Austin has taken a step back from the…
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Transforming Everyday Products feat. Tanu Grewal ’05
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39:49Tanu Grewal ’05 knows that you can learn a lot about a person’s buying habits based on what brands are in their cabinets at home. Tanu is a global marketing leader. In her roles at Coca-Cola, Whirlpool, and Kohler, she helped revolutionize iconic products used by millions of consumers in their homes everyday. She has continued this work as the Vice…
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#185: Rewriting Your Story: The Power of Framing Your Narrative
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8:30You are the author of your own story—so how are you telling it? In this solo episode, I dive into the power of reframing our experiences, shifting from a victim mindset to one of empowerment. I share personal insights, including my journey after Edge Theory Lab shut down, and how changing the way I framed my story transformed my perspective. Drawin…
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