Podcasts by Major Jobs

Major Jobs

Hi, my name is Teland, and I'm a high schooler who is interested about different jobs. On this podcast, I'll be interviewing different people who have different careers and sharing them with you to educate people about the interesting things we do to make a living. We will go over normal "run of the mill" jobs but also unique careers, how people got into the job, what they do on a daily basis, and more.

Check out the website at majorjobs.org, or email me at teland@majorjobs.org

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Teenage Startup Founder - Episode 77 from 2021-05-21T05:53:14

Today, I interview Luke, who started Bumper, a platform that allows teenagers to invest.




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TikTok Creator (ft. @pinkishtea or MochiMel) - Episode 76 from 2021-01-11T23:22:23

On this episode, we talk to Melody and how she grew her TikTok account to over 250,000 followers.

Follow her TikTok: @pinkishtea

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Clinical Operations Manager and Language Enthusiast (ft. Tetsu Yung) - Episode 75 from 2020-10-26T07:52:58

Today I interview a Clinical Operations Manager and a language enthusiast - and how he combines both into the same job. Follow Tetsu on Twitter: twitter.com/asktetsu and his website: asktetsu.com ...

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Real Estate Investor - Episode 74 from 2020-06-08T06:05:58

Today, we talk to a real estate investor.


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Accountant - Episode 73 from 2020-05-23T07:38:26

Today we're going back to an original episode, an accountant at a Big 4 Accounting Firm.

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Photojournalist/Multimedia Journalist - Episode 72 from 2020-05-10T03:35:27

Today, we talk to a photojournalist about what it's like working during the coronavirus pandemic. This job was requested by Gabriel. If you would like a job to be recommended, email me at teland...

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Nurse Anesthetist - Episode 71 from 2020-04-27T03:36:37

Today, I talk to a nurse anesthetist.


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The reality of firefighting during the coronavirus outbreak - Episode 70 from 2020-04-20T01:05:46

Today, we are finishing up the two part series on what it's like being a firefighter.

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What does it take to become a firefighter? - Episode 69 from 2020-04-11T11:00

Today, we talk to a firefighter about what it takes to get into the job. 


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Pilot - Episode 68 from 2020-04-03T10:00

Today, I talk to a pilot who talks about what it's like flying a plane, and the unique schedule.


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Nurse - Episode 67 from 2020-03-27T10:00

Today, I talk to a nurse, including what it's like wokring during the coronavirus outbreak.


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How Elixir built a Youtube Channel to 230 thousand subscribers as a teenager - Episode 66 from 2020-03-20T10:00

Today, I talk to Elixir, who is probably best known for having a YouTube channel and being the "Area 51" kid. 


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Physical Therapist - Episode 65 from 2020-03-06T11:00

Today, I talked with a Physical Therapist about what the career is like.


This episode was requested by Nick. If you have a job that you think should be on the show, contact me...

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How a Sports Team Works with the Media - Episode 64 from 2020-02-28T11:00

Thank you to Raymond Ridder for inviting me to the Warriors practice facility.  He's one of the best communication directors in the whole NBA and it was an honor being able to talk to him.<...

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What is Horticulture? A dive into the art of gardens - Episode 63 from 2020-02-22T00:38:48

Today, I interview someone that works in horticulture - the growing of fruits, flowers, and more. Email me at teland@majorjobs.org!

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Script Supervisor - Episode 62 from 2020-02-09T02:45:13

Who makes sure that movies and TV shows stay on script and follow continuity? FInd out in this episode!

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Physicist - Episode 61 from 2020-02-02T01:01:49

Today, we're talking with a Physicist to discuss what it's like working in the field of physics.


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How Sterling Backus used science to become featured in a Lamborghini commercial - Episode 60 from 2020-01-24T13:00

Today, I speak with Sterling Backus, a physicist who was featured in a Lamborghini commercial for 3D Printing a Lamborghini Aventador.


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Plumber - Episode 59 from 2020-01-17T12:00

Today, I talk to a plumber.


Website: majorjobs.org

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Janitor - Episode 58 from 2020-01-10T18:10

David sent an interesting message. I respond in the episode. majorjobspod.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. htt...

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Paramedic - Episode 57 from 2019-12-13T13:00

Today, I interview a paramedic, or an EMT.

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Product Manager at the Home Depot Technology Center - Episode 56 from 2019-12-06T12:00

Today, I talk to a product manager - a job that incorporates many different industries, whether it be business, tech, marketing, and more. 


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Working in Venture Capital - Episode 55 from 2019-11-29T13:00

Today, we talk to Jay Kapoor, who invests in Seed and Early Stage Capital in NYC.


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Journalist (ft. Chrisanne Grise of the New York Times Upfront) - Episode 54 from 2019-11-22T13:00

Recently, I was featured in last month's edition of the New York Times Upfront, where Chrisanne Grise interviewed me for a piece she wrote. I had the opportunity to turn the tables and talk to h...

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Financial Analyst at the NFL - Episode 53 from 2019-11-15T13:00

Today, I talk to Jay Kapoor, who worked as a Financial Analyst at the NFL. If you're interested in working in finance or the NFL, this is the episode for you!



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Librarian - Episode 52 from 2019-11-08T12:00:01

Today, I interview a librarian. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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How Vinney Chopra made a $250 million real estate portfolio starting with $7 - Episode 52 from 2019-11-02T13:00:18

Today, I talk to real estate investor Vinney Chopra, who became a multimillionaire after starting in real estate. We talk about how he started, and what he does on a daily basis. Check out Vinney a...

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How Nate and Scott Wadsworth turned a hobby into 60 million views - Episode 51 from 2019-10-25T10:00

Today, we finish this 2-part series with Essential Craftsman, where they talk about how they started their YouTube channel to what it is today.

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General Contractor (ft. Scott Wadsworth of Essential Craftsman) - Episode 50 from 2019-10-18T14:07:30

Today, I talk to Scott Wadsworth, the host of Essential Craftsman, on what it's like working as a general contractor, and in the trades.

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Repair Appliance Technician - Episode 49 from 2019-10-12T12:00:51

Today I talk to a Repair Appliance Technician, the people responsible for fixing the fridges, washing machines, and other household items that seem to break all the time. --- This episode is spo...

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Engineer Project Manager (and Mechanical Engineer) - Episode 48 from 2019-10-04T11:00

Today, I talk to Josh Mendoza for part 2 of our series together.


Shoutout to Scott for editing this episode. Check him out here: soundmindediting.com

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A Career Coach gives advice for Careers + what it's like helping people with their profession - Episode 47 from 2019-09-27T21:12:26

Today, I talk to a career coach who helps people find out what their passionate about, as well as helping them in the job search in terms of interviews, resumes, etc. --- This episode is spons...

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Starting your own Non-Profit (ft. Josh Mendoza) - Episode 46 from 2019-09-20T22:33:42

Today, I talk to Josh Mendoza, who started a Non-profit from the ground up.


Check out destinedforx.com!

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Data Scientist at Lyft (ft. Alejandro Perez) - Episode 45 from 2019-09-13T12:00:56

Today, I got to talk to Alejandro Perez, who works as a data scientist at Lyft. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...

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What it's like starring in a Steven Spielberg movie, as a teenager (ft. Philip Zhao (Sho) of Ready Player One) - Episode 44 from 2019-09-06T10:00

Today, I talk to Philip Zhao, who plays Sho in Ready Player One, directed by Steven Spielberg.


Follow Philip on Instagram: instagram.com/philzow

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How Max Feber went to Shark Tank and worked with Mark Cuban - as a Teenager - Episode 42 from 2019-08-23T12:00

Today, we talk to Max Feber who is CEO of BRUW. He was on Shark Tank and did a deal with Mark Cuban - as a teenager!

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Youtuber (ft. Smarter Every Day a.k.a. Destin Sandlin) - Episode 41 from 2019-08-16T12:00

Today, I interview Destin Sandlin, who runs the YouTube channel Smarter Every Day which boasts 7 million subscribers.


His channel:  Listen

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Mechanical Engineer (ft. Destin Sandlin of Smarter Every Day) - Episode 40 from 2019-08-09T12:00

Today, I talk to Destin Sandlin of Smarter Every Day about what it's like working as a mechanical engineer.

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Senior VP of Communications for the Golden State Warriors (ft. Raymond Ridder) - Episode 39 from 2019-08-02T13:00

I talk to the media liason for the Golden State Warriors.


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Game Designer at Mojang for Minecraft - Episode 38 from 2019-07-27T12:00

Today I talk to a map designer for Minecraft, and a veteran.



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Music Artist Manager (ft. Clayton Blaha) - Episode 37 from 2019-07-20T00:30:14

Today, I talked to Ferrari Jetpack Founder Clayton Blaha on what it's like to be a manager for artists.

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Software Engineer at Google - Episode 36 from 2019-07-05T16:49:27

Today I interview a software engineer who worked at Google. Follow me on Instagram at @majorjobspodcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. Listen

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Advice for Teenagers (ft. Anthony O'Neal of Ramsey Solutions) - Episode 35 from 2019-06-29T04:00

Today, I talk to author and speaker Anthony O'Neal about his advice for teenagers from college and on.


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Accountant at a Big 4 Firm - Episode 34 from 2019-06-21T13:00

Today, I talk to an accountant at a Big 4 Accounting Firm.


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Zookeeper - Episode 33 from 2019-06-14T12:00:45

Today, I interview a zookeeper. Follow me on Instagram at @majorjobspodcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. http...

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Trades Apprentice - Episode 32 from 2019-06-07T12:00:33

Today, I talk to an apprentice who is working with the trades. Rollin at 5 - 210 - full by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 International License. Based on a work at incompetech.c...

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Dentist - Episode 31 from 2019-05-31T15:54:01

Today, I talk to a Dentist. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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Flight Attendant - Episode 30 from 2019-05-24T12:17:05

Today, I talk to a flight attendant. Follow me on instagram at: @majorjobspodcast

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Machinist (ft. Kevin Lizotte) with GE - Episode 29 from 2019-05-17T13:00

Today, I interview a machinist. Thanks to GE for working with me on the interview. 

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Car Insurance Investigator - Episode 28 from 2019-05-10T13:15:22

Today, I talk to a Casualty Claims Adjuster, or a Car Insurance Investigator. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. http...

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One of My Supervisors (ft. Cliff Yee) - Episode 27 from 2019-05-03T12:00

A lot of people ask me how I started this podcast - without this man, I probably wouldn't have been able to do it.

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Chemist - Episode 26 from 2019-04-26T14:00

Today, I interview a Quality Control Scientist, or a Chemist.



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Stage Actor (ft. Brett Ambler a.k.a Kazoo Kid) - Episode 25 from 2019-04-19T11:00

Today I interview Brett Ambler, a stage actor who gained fame from being the "Kazoo Kid."

Follow Brett on twitter at @BrettAmbler

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Sportscaster (ft. Ernie Johnson of Inside the NBA) - Episode 24 from 2019-04-15T14:14:13

It was an honor to talk to one of the most famous sportscasters in the world, Ernie Johnson of Inside the NBA.  Song: Don't Go Breaking My Heart (Alex's Alternate Version Instrumental):  https://ww...

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News Anchor (ft. Ken Wayne) - Episode 23 from 2019-04-12T15:06:01

Today, I interview a news anchor who has been broadcasting for over 30 years in the Bay Area.  

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Voice Actress (ft. Susan Bennett, the Voice of Siri) - Episode 22 from 2019-04-08T12:00

On this episode, we interview Susan Bennett, the voice of Siri and a voice actress. 


Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcSrLWMrt4M  - Elton John - Don't Go Break...

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Game Director at Overwatch (ft. Jeff Kaplan) - Episode 21 from 2019-04-03T12:00

Today, I interview Jeff Kaplan, the game designer at Overwatch and the vice president of Blizzard.


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CEO of a Non-profit (ft. Meghan Freebeck) - Episode 20 from 2019-03-29T20:53:42

On this episode, we talk to the CEO of Project Homeless Connect. Song: 1K Static https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm1a8GSylyw

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Aircraft Crew Chief - Episode 19 from 2019-03-28T02:39:45

Today, I interview an Aircraft Crew Chief, a part of the trades business.

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Electrical Engineer (ft. Ken Bone (yes that one)) - Episode 18 from 2019-03-23T14:00

Today, I interview Ken Bone, the man that skyrocketed to fame after the 2016 Presidential Debates. Ken is an Operations Training Specialist that specializes in Electrical Engineering, and it was...

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NBA Commentator (ft. Tim Roye a.k.a the voice of the Warriors) - Episode 17 from 2019-03-20T13:00

Today I interview Tim Roye, the voice of the Warriors. Big thanks to Tim for lending his time, I learned so much and I hope you do too. 

Follow Tim on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wa...

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Celebrity/Talent Manager (ft. Kalee Harris) - Episode 16 from 2019-03-15T15:00

On this episode of the podcast, we talk to Kalee Harris, who is most known for being the talent manager for Jacob Tremblay.



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Teens - (ft. Ethan Lindenberger) - Episode 15 from 2019-03-13T14:00

Today I interview Ethan Lindenberger, the teenager that testified before Congress.


Follow his twitter: https://twitter.com/ethan_Joesph16


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Composer (ft. Trevor Kowalski) - Episode 14 from 2019-03-09T05:12:56

On this episode of the Major Jobs Podcast, I talk to Trevor Kowalski, a composer who has over 1.5 million monthly listens on Spotify. Check out his work: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4vPiZNfnHq...

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Grammy- Winning Band (ft. Portugal. The Man) - Episode 13 from 2019-03-01T09:00

Today, I got to interview the band Portugal. The Man, who went to #4 in the Billboard Top 100 Charts for their Grammy-winning hit song "Feel It Still."


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Hypnotist (ft. Sean Michael Andrews) - Episode 12 from 2019-02-27T23:11:07

Today, I interview a hypnotist - a job you might not expect! Song: Hyper Potions - Jungle Cruise https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKNJbh4EzUE

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Language Creator (ft. David J. Peterson) - Episode 11 from 2019-02-20T07:31:17

On this episode of the podcast, we interview a language creator who has created languages for movies like Bright, Dr. Strange, Thor: The Dark World, and is most known for his role in HBO's Game ...

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Teens - Founder/CEO of BRUW (ft. Max Feber) - Episode 10 from 2019-02-15T23:31:28

Had the pleasure of interviewing the Founder of BRUW, Max Feber, who recently appeared on Shark Tank. Siesta by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 International License.  --- ...

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Teens - High School App Developer - Episode 9 from 2019-02-08T23:59:15

Today I talk to a High School App Developer, who won the Congressional App Challenge with his app, Questlin. Rollin at 5 - 210 - full by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 Internati...

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Podcaster (ft. Shea Gunther of MJToday) - Episode 8 from 2019-02-02T00:00

Today, I talked to another podcaster. However, this one is different because Shea podcasts for a living, while Nick did it for fun.

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Digital Producer at CONAN (ft. Aaron Bleyaert) - Episode 7 from 2019-01-29T23:00

On this episode of the Major Jobs Podcast, we talk to a digital producer at CONAN on TBS, Aaron Bleyaert.


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Composer (ft. Kevin MacLeod a.k.a. the Mozart of YouTube) - Episode 6 from 2019-01-28T01:58:22

In this episode of the Major Jobs Podcast, we interview Composer Kevin MacLeod, the guy who's music you've probably heard on every video ever.


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Water Treatment Plant Operator - Episode 4 from 2019-01-14T04:26:18

Today on the podcast, I interview a Water Treatment Plant Operator.  Siesta by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 International License.  --- This episode is sponsored by · ...

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Podcaster (ft. Nick of The VGAT) - Episode 3 from 2019-01-13T07:48:06

On this episode of the podcast, we talk about what it is like podcasting.


Thanks a lot to Nick for being on the podcast with me. Here's a link to his podcast: https://www.thev...

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Content Creator (ft. VoiceOverPete) - Episode 2 from 2019-01-12T05:00

Shoutout to VoiceOverPete for talking to me! It was amazing and he deserves all the love. 


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Intro - Episode 1 from 2018-12-29T03:19:04

Quick introduction to what this is and how it works. 

Website: majorjobspodcast.com

Instagram: instagram.com/majorjobspodcast

Twitter: twitter.com/majorjobspod

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