<![CDATA[Destiny Benders]]>6095ba9d-eea6-561d-a776-319b217cb0fcWed, 17 Jul 2024 06:30:20 +0000Captivate.fmJessica Guiver & Girish Ballollahttps://artwork.captivate.fm/03210e54-8924-4ae2-b837-032d45c028fe/tRSY-ATJCTedTqlciMpu7i-z.jpgDestiny BendersJessica Guiver & Girish BallollaJessica Guiver & Girish BallollaInternational educators are a unique breed! They work tirelessly around the world to promote global education and stewardship. Whether they’re recruiting a student, promoting study abroad opportunities, or ensuring student success on campus, they open new doors and make dreams come true. They change lives and bend destinies. And along the way, many of their own lives are changed and their own destinies bent. If you’re interested to hear more about the international educators whose mission it is to change lives and bend destinies, this is the podcast for you. Jessica Guiver and Girish Ballolla engage in candid conversations with guests to learn more about their journeys, when they realized they were bending destinies, and how their own lives have been changed in the process.https://destinybenders.comfalseepisodicnopodcastWill you regret it if you don't do it?Will you regret it if you don't do it?We speak with Marina Casals Sala, Director of Member Relations for Europe and the UK at ISEP Study Abroad

]]>We speak with Marina Casals Sala, Director of Member Relations for Europe and the UK at ISEP Study Abroad

]]>161410e6-f259-4e7a-9750-ec19d1084906Wed, 17 Jul 2024 07:30:00 +010042:18falsefull45454Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaAlejandra Otero: No One Can Argue with DataAlejandra Otero: No One Can Argue with DataWe speak with Alejandra Otero, the Founder & CEO of geNEOus, Education Marketing Experts with a Purpose.

]]>We speak with Alejandra Otero, the Founder & CEO of geNEOus, Education Marketing Experts with a Purpose.

]]>41caff39-935b-4862-a35d-659be4515811Wed, 24 Apr 2024 11:28:00 +010047:26falsefull44444Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaTamsin Thomas: We have to create scalable opportunitiesTamsin Thomas: We have to create scalable opportunitiesWe speak with Tamsin Thomas, the Senior Strategic Engagement Manager (UK & Ireland) at Duolingo.

]]>We speak with Tamsin Thomas, the Senior Strategic Engagement Manager (UK & Ireland) at Duolingo.

]]>7e80bd82-4d09-4c4f-a582-62c8b308f3f8Wed, 07 Feb 2024 07:30:00 +010047:45falsefull43434Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaBlair Thomson McElroy: Communicating the value of study abroadBlair Thomson McElroy: Communicating the value of study abroadWe speak with Blair Thomson McElroy, the Director of Study Abroad and Senior International Officer at the University of Mississippi.

]]>We speak with Blair Thomson McElroy, the Director of Study Abroad and Senior International Officer at the University of Mississippi.

]]>0942295c-6b0e-496b-9bc6-740e112597ebWed, 24 Jan 2024 07:30:00 +010040:13falsefull42424Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaThe Women of The PIE: mothers, entrepreneurs, visionariesThe Women of The PIE: mothers, entrepreneurs, visionariesDestiny Benders speaks with Amy, Clare and Jane, co-founders of The PIE.  

]]>Destiny Benders speaks with Amy, Clare and Jane, co-founders of The PIE.  

]]>dee5b75c-00e3-4901-b911-bf163bf2e382Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:30:00 +010043:34falsefull41414Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaRavi Ammigan: putting students firstRavi Ammigan: putting students firstWe speak with Ravi Ammigan, Associate Provost at University of Deleware.  

]]>We speak with Ravi Ammigan, Associate Provost at University of Deleware.  

]]>3608cc2b-8073-4b21-beb9-fc9a9d58d9dbWed, 12 Jul 2023 07:30:00 +010042:39falsefull35353Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaMelissa Deschamps: I never imagined myself hereMelissa Deschamps: I never imagined myself hereWe speak with Melissa Deschamps, EducationUSA REAC: Regional Director, Middle East & North Africa (Interim, Western & Northern Europe).  

]]>We speak with Melissa Deschamps, EducationUSA REAC: Regional Director, Middle East & North Africa (Interim, Western & Northern Europe).  

]]>0a038da1-d045-4a34-863d-4a1b8b21565aWed, 05 Jul 2023 07:30:00 +010045:03falsefull34343Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaLinda Calhoun: Empowering Girls EverywhereLinda Calhoun: Empowering Girls EverywhereWe speak with Linda Calhoun, Founder & CEO of Career Girls:   www.careergirls.org

]]>We speak with Linda Calhoun, Founder & CEO of Career Girls:   www.careergirls.org

]]>a145a7fa-39bd-40d6-96a1-9200cb1d1d33Wed, 28 Jun 2023 07:30:00 +010053:04falsefull33333Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaBoris Walbaum: Impact EntrepreneurshipBoris Walbaum: Impact EntrepreneurshipWe speak with Boris Walbaum, Founder and President of Forward College.

]]>We speak with Boris Walbaum, Founder and President of Forward College.

]]>61092a30-f1ae-489d-9f55-da6e3f681182Wed, 21 Jun 2023 07:30:00 +010042:20falsefull32323Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaRich Kurtzman: Why am I smiling so much?Rich Kurtzman: Why am I smiling so much?We speak with Rich Kurtzman, Founder and Executive Director of Barcelona SAE.

]]>We speak with Rich Kurtzman, Founder and Executive Director of Barcelona SAE.

]]>5f5617e2-f509-4283-9aa6-346ee39acd4dWed, 14 Jun 2023 07:30:00 +010046:01falsefull31313Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaFanta Aw: A Connector of PeopleFanta Aw: A Connector of PeopleWe speak with Fanta Aw, the CEO and Executive Director at NAFSA: Association of International Educators. 

]]>We speak with Fanta Aw, the CEO and Executive Director at NAFSA: Association of International Educators. 

]]>945fb2cb-e511-44cd-b8e4-9efb281e22d8Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:30:00 +010056:20falsefull2202202Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaNitina Dua: Learning, Un-learning, Re-learningNitina Dua: Learning, Un-learning, Re-learningWe speak with Nitina Dua, Head of the College & Career Guidance Center at the Shiv Nadar School in Noida, India.

]]>We speak with Nitina Dua, Head of the College & Career Guidance Center at the Shiv Nadar School in Noida, India.

]]>5254befb-a4c9-4319-aa72-e432351e4fafWed, 22 Mar 2023 09:27:00 +010035:12falsefull2192192Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaDaniel Obst: Welcoming families are everywhereDaniel Obst: Welcoming families are everywhereWe speak with Daniel Obst, President & CEO at AFS Intercultural Programs.

]]>We speak with Daniel Obst, President & CEO at AFS Intercultural Programs.

]]>f56b6b88-3c3d-4829-a750-9a5e148d8268Wed, 15 Mar 2023 07:30:00 +010038:20falsefull2182182Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaEmily Merson: An Accidental EntrepreneurEmily Merson: An Accidental EntrepreneurWe speak with Emily Merson, Executive Director at AIFS Abroad.

]]>We speak with Emily Merson, Executive Director at AIFS Abroad.

]]>1b7ab904-9eaa-4ae1-892f-e4bec246777fWed, 08 Mar 2023 09:15:00 +010039:07falsefull2172172Jessica Guiver & Girish Ballolla"Live" from AIEA"Live" from AIEAGirish meets up with international educators at the Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) annual conference.

]]>Girish meets up with international educators at the Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) annual conference.

]]>cfd7d5a8-be4c-4918-9ef7-cb52d3592883Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:30:00 +010029:03falsefull2162162Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaSanam Arora: It's about feeling fulfilledSanam Arora: It's about feeling fulfilledWe speak with Sanam Arora, Founder & Chairperson of National Indian Students & Alumni Union UK

]]>We speak with Sanam Arora, Founder & Chairperson of National Indian Students & Alumni Union UK

]]>1eb28028-8cb3-4998-a6f9-ed80739c0b6bWed, 22 Feb 2023 07:30:00 +010040:16falsefull2152152Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaAndrew Gordon: Passion, Process, ProgressAndrew Gordon: Passion, Process, ProgressWe speak with Andrew Gordon, Founder of Diversity Abroad, and now CEO & Founder of Includifi. 

]]>We speak with Andrew Gordon, Founder of Diversity Abroad, and now CEO & Founder of Includifi. 

]]>7b9f5431-802d-4ceb-ab01-7bd158e64ba8Wed, 15 Feb 2023 08:34:00 +010038:04falsefull2142142Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaTaniya Mishra: Social Capital Changes LivesTaniya Mishra: Social Capital Changes LivesWe speak with Taniya Mishra, CEO and Founder of SureStart

]]>We speak with Taniya Mishra, CEO and Founder of SureStart

]]>d83a6f27-e6dc-47e4-9075-03812e5f168eWed, 08 Feb 2023 07:30:00 +010042:17falsefull2132132Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaSamir Shah: Drive Your Passion by VolunteeringSamir Shah: Drive Your Passion by VolunteeringWe speak with Samir Shah, Vice President, Partnerships & Customer Success at VolunteerMatch.

]]>We speak with Samir Shah, Vice President, Partnerships & Customer Success at VolunteerMatch.

]]>0b39da0c-3ebb-4fd5-b169-98b3db748c70Wed, 01 Feb 2023 07:30:00 +010032:59falsefull2122122Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaJoan Liu: Second ChanceJoan Liu: Second ChanceWe speak with Joan Liu, international high school college counsellor and founder of the non-profit, Second Chance which helps deserving, high achieving international students who need full financial assistance find places at colleges & universities across the globe.

To learn more and to donate, please go to: https://www.gofundme.com/f/launching-second-chance-a-new-nonprofit

]]>We speak with Joan Liu, international high school college counsellor and founder of the non-profit, Second Chance which helps deserving, high achieving international students who need full financial assistance find places at colleges & universities across the globe.

To learn more and to donate, please go to: https://www.gofundme.com/f/launching-second-chance-a-new-nonprofit

]]>a5e0ffa5-c59b-4e69-9adb-d545fd2d47adWed, 30 Nov 2022 07:30:00 +010035:36falsefull2112112Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaOusame Sene: Differences Enrich UsOusame Sene: Differences Enrich UsWe speak with Dr Ousame Sene, Director of the West African Research Center (WARC).

]]>We speak with Dr Ousame Sene, Director of the West African Research Center (WARC).

]]>2672c908-82ab-417c-b222-0809c48627ddWed, 23 Nov 2022 07:30:00 +010031:54falsefull2102102Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaGirish in SenegalGirish in SenegalGirish travelled to Senegal to accompany several senior international officers from the Southeast USA. He grabbed a few moments to speak with them.

]]>Girish travelled to Senegal to accompany several senior international officers from the Southeast USA. He grabbed a few moments to speak with them.

]]>76bee3d6-3904-4979-bd5d-29126b9449bdWed, 16 Nov 2022 07:30:00 +010023:52falsefull29292Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaGretchen Dobson: Develop Your Personal Board of DirectorsGretchen Dobson: Develop Your Personal Board of DirectorsWe speak with Gretchen Dobson, Associate Director Scholarships, International Alumni expert and Global Engagement Specialist.

]]>We speak with Gretchen Dobson, Associate Director Scholarships, International Alumni expert and Global Engagement Specialist.

]]>fb556fe1-95f0-4e1d-b34a-39f14a68357fWed, 09 Nov 2022 07:30:00 +010036:50falsefull28282Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaRyan Fleming: Follow Your EnergyRyan Fleming: Follow Your EnergyWe speak with Ryan Fleming, Director of Partnerships (USA) at aecc.

]]>We speak with Ryan Fleming, Director of Partnerships (USA) at aecc.

]]>50e440bf-554e-47fd-a21d-3ab5e04e61b8Wed, 02 Nov 2022 07:30:00 +010044:05falsefull27272Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaDestiny Benders at The PIE Live North AmericaDestiny Benders at The PIE Live North AmericaAs part of her day job working for The PIE, Jessica was at The PIE Live North America event in Toronto.

She took some time to speak with a few people and find out how they got into international education.

]]>As part of her day job working for The PIE, Jessica was at The PIE Live North America event in Toronto.

She took some time to speak with a few people and find out how they got into international education.

]]>2ffe0833-192f-4f41-bf3c-fbd9feea9ef4Wed, 19 Oct 2022 07:30:00 +010022:36falsefull16161Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaMarcus DeWitt: Making Admissions Advising MagicalMarcus DeWitt: Making Admissions Advising MagicalWe speak with Marcus DeWitt, the founder and director of Blue Ivy Coaching in Mexico.

]]>We speak with Marcus DeWitt, the founder and director of Blue Ivy Coaching in Mexico.

]]>afc6410e-4472-43fa-a232-faa1d4e7a413Wed, 12 Oct 2022 07:30:00 +010044:25falsefull25252Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaSimone Rensch: I wanted to change the worldSimone Rensch: I wanted to change the worldSimone takes us through her journey of growing up in Thailand, wanting the change the world, embarking on a career in journalism, and watching the inequities in the business world and deciding to do something about it by setting up the Business Women in Education Network.- a storied career in such a short span. A must listen.

Simone Rensch is the Search Director & Insight Manager at The PIE.

]]>Simone takes us through her journey of growing up in Thailand, wanting the change the world, embarking on a career in journalism, and watching the inequities in the business world and deciding to do something about it by setting up the Business Women in Education Network.- a storied career in such a short span. A must listen.

Simone Rensch is the Search Director & Insight Manager at The PIE.

]]>9aba9196-b243-4b42-9748-bfffe68aa0bcWed, 05 Oct 2022 07:30:00 +010036:10falsefull14141Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaSamir Zaveri: International education is in my bloodSamir Zaveri: International education is in my bloodFollowing an exciting announcement of THE acquiring BMI, Samir joins us to share his journey on how BMI got started, how they’ve grown over the years, and how the infamous NAFSA Brazil came to be.

Samir Zaveri is President & CEO of BMI Global.

]]>Following an exciting announcement of THE acquiring BMI, Samir joins us to share his journey on how BMI got started, how they’ve grown over the years, and how the infamous NAFSA Brazil came to be.

Samir Zaveri is President & CEO of BMI Global.

]]>6520d81c-fca4-4e44-9a34-017f6eff7593Wed, 28 Sep 2022 07:30:00 +010038:56falsefull23232Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaDestiny Benders in Barcelona for EAIEDestiny Benders in Barcelona for EAIE784a0cff-7198-4aa4-9bf6-e732ed0385b9Thu, 22 Sep 2022 12:19:00 +010035:00falsefull22Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaFrancisco Marmolejo: The Beauty & Benefit in Being UncomfortableFrancisco Marmolejo: The Beauty & Benefit in Being UncomfortableFrom getting kicked out of a seminary to traveling around the world making an impact in international education, Francisco shares his life’s passion of facilitating collaborative engagement amongst universities.

Francisco Marmolejo is the Higher Education President at the Qatar Foundation

]]>From getting kicked out of a seminary to traveling around the world making an impact in international education, Francisco shares his life’s passion of facilitating collaborative engagement amongst universities.

Francisco Marmolejo is the Higher Education President at the Qatar Foundation

]]>f471bf2b-cc27-4026-b339-f699066c1229Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:23:00 +010042:40falsefull21212Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaLakshmi Kumar: The 4 P's: People, Programs, Policies, ProcessesLakshmi Kumar: The 4 P's: People, Programs, Policies, ProcessesLakshmi Kumar shares her lifelong dream of addressing mental health in India, based on her own childhood experiences, which led her to design and develop child-centric environments in schools.

Lakshmi is the Founder Director of the Orchid School in Pune, India.

]]>Lakshmi Kumar shares her lifelong dream of addressing mental health in India, based on her own childhood experiences, which led her to design and develop child-centric environments in schools.

Lakshmi is the Founder Director of the Orchid School in Pune, India.

]]>d6e73bd3-3104-4bba-8387-ac89a8ce9c78Wed, 20 Jul 2022 07:30:00 +010039:36falsefull1251251Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaStav Boutsis: We Never Stop LearningStav Boutsis: We Never Stop LearningStav Boutsis reflects on her 20+ year career in admissions and enrollment management from starting as a campus tour guide to moving to Saudi Arabia to develop graduate recruitment programs. Her thoughtful insights about her journey, the people she's met, the colleagues she cherishes, and her advice for young professionals is a must-listen.

Stav is the Manager of Saudi Graduate Recruitment & Development at KAUST, Saudi Arabia.

]]>Stav Boutsis reflects on her 20+ year career in admissions and enrollment management from starting as a campus tour guide to moving to Saudi Arabia to develop graduate recruitment programs. Her thoughtful insights about her journey, the people she's met, the colleagues she cherishes, and her advice for young professionals is a must-listen.

Stav is the Manager of Saudi Graduate Recruitment & Development at KAUST, Saudi Arabia.

]]>be10854b-981d-464b-a55d-aba53cc4a34aWed, 13 Jul 2022 07:30:00 +010040:44falsefull2424Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaLisa Besso: Be Confident in Taking RisksLisa Besso: Be Confident in Taking RisksWe speak with Lisa Besso, Founding Partner of Global Ed Professionals

]]>We speak with Lisa Besso, Founding Partner of Global Ed Professionals

]]>1e15152b-50a3-4fc8-b3e4-163763a57658Wed, 06 Jul 2022 07:30:00 +010037:51falsefull1231231Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaLakshmi Iyer: I'm a Closet AcademicLakshmi Iyer: I'm a Closet AcademicBeing jobless for a year may have been a blessing in disguise for Lakshmi Iyer whose relentless job search accidentally brought her into international education - a field she was meant to be in. Lakshmi also shares her journey of being an international student and how that experience influencer her role as a counselor.

Lakshmi is a senior international education professional based in India.

]]>Being jobless for a year may have been a blessing in disguise for Lakshmi Iyer whose relentless job search accidentally brought her into international education - a field she was meant to be in. Lakshmi also shares her journey of being an international student and how that experience influencer her role as a counselor.

Lakshmi is a senior international education professional based in India.

]]>a04bf7e1-0362-4582-9330-a87bd6e01f8fWed, 29 Jun 2022 07:30:00 +010037:14falsefull2222Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaTroy Peden: Dabbling in KarmaTroy Peden: Dabbling in KarmaJoin us on Troy Peden's inspirational journey from growing up in rural Illinois to starting a company and a foundation that's making a global impact.

Troy is the founder of GoAbroad.com

]]>Join us on Troy Peden's inspirational journey from growing up in rural Illinois to starting a company and a foundation that's making a global impact.

Troy is the founder of GoAbroad.com

]]>a4b8a984-f5f0-4b1a-8522-f1c8d5676b80Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:30:00 +010040:49falsefull1211211Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaSusan Fang: Have Lots of Plan B'sSusan Fang: Have Lots of Plan B'sSusan Fang shares her journey of becoming an architect, switching to a career in journalism, and finally starting her own business helping students access global education. Don't miss her unique response to the question, "who bent your destiny?"

Susan is the CEO & Co-Founder of Oxbridge Holdings

]]>Susan Fang shares her journey of becoming an architect, switching to a career in journalism, and finally starting her own business helping students access global education. Don't miss her unique response to the question, "who bent your destiny?"

Susan is the CEO & Co-Founder of Oxbridge Holdings

]]>dba97a07-8b72-4f46-83b6-741b2ea3b07aWed, 15 Jun 2022 07:30:00 +010040:39falsefull1201201Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaLive from the NAFSA Annual Conference 2022!Live from the NAFSA Annual Conference 2022!Live from the NAFSA Conference Expo Hall floor in Denver, Colorado, Girish speaks with fellow international educators.

]]>Live from the NAFSA Conference Expo Hall floor in Denver, Colorado, Girish speaks with fellow international educators.

]]>cf1a68ea-569c-4418-b9f4-ccc718e22279Wed, 08 Jun 2022 07:30:00 +010032:54falsefull1191191Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaStacey Brewer: "Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire"Stacey Brewer: "Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire"Our guest Stacey shares her journey of how her life of privilege led to her wanting to make an impact on K-12 education in South Africa.

Stacey Brewer, Co-founder & CEO of Spark Schools in South Africa.

]]>Our guest Stacey shares her journey of how her life of privilege led to her wanting to make an impact on K-12 education in South Africa.

Stacey Brewer, Co-founder & CEO of Spark Schools in South Africa.

]]>24b0b768-7cb3-4020-9b71-25271791317cWed, 25 May 2022 07:30:00 +010039:27falsefull1818Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaAndrew Disbury: Take Opportunities & Make Them WorkAndrew Disbury: Take Opportunities & Make Them WorkAndrew Disbury describes his accidental journey on becoming an international educator beginning with his love for languages, his experience in China, and opportunities that came his way.

Andrew is a retired international education professional.

]]>Andrew Disbury describes his accidental journey on becoming an international educator beginning with his love for languages, his experience in China, and opportunities that came his way.

Andrew is a retired international education professional.

]]>e7dc24ed-ea8f-4122-b16f-44f55b526170Wed, 18 May 2022 07:30:00 +010043:33falsefull1171171Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaSarah Rimini: Be a Risk TakerSarah Rimini: Be a Risk TakerWe speak with Sarah Rimini, Head of International Student Recruitment Europe at Inspired Education Group.

]]>We speak with Sarah Rimini, Head of International Student Recruitment Europe at Inspired Education Group.

]]>538d8071-2075-40bd-a0c8-ceca1dad43e2Wed, 11 May 2022 07:30:00 +010036:10falsefull1616Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaSteven Boyd: International Education is a CallingSteven Boyd: International Education is a CallingSteven Boyd takes us on a journey of his career which started as an impromptu study abroad opportunity in Mexico and has taken him around the world.

Steve is the Dean of Enrollment Management & Student Life at Unification Theological Seminary in New York City.

]]>Steven Boyd takes us on a journey of his career which started as an impromptu study abroad opportunity in Mexico and has taken him around the world.

Steve is the Dean of Enrollment Management & Student Life at Unification Theological Seminary in New York City.

]]>a32a7a99-e8e6-4efb-b23f-c30a29143e05Wed, 04 May 2022 07:30:00 +010040:31falsefull1151151Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaChristina Thompson: Be Your Own CheerleaderChristina Thompson: Be Your Own CheerleaderWe speak with Christina Thompson, Director of Partnership Development & Diversity Initiatives at Barcelona SAE, and Founder of Compear Global Education Network.

]]>We speak with Christina Thompson, Director of Partnership Development & Diversity Initiatives at Barcelona SAE, and Founder of Compear Global Education Network.

]]>b2a50c22-97f5-44c0-998a-596f05a167d6Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:30:00 +010038:18falsefull1141141Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaDanlu Liu: From TV Correspondent to International Ed EntrepreneurDanlu Liu: From TV Correspondent to International Ed EntrepreneurInternational student recruiter turned entrepreneur Danlu Liu shares her journey of starting as a TV correspondent in China to ending up in the UK as a student, how 9/11 impacted her journey, and the challenges of juggling motherhood with entrepreneurship.

Danlu is the Founder & Managing Director of Edukatus.

]]>International student recruiter turned entrepreneur Danlu Liu shares her journey of starting as a TV correspondent in China to ending up in the UK as a student, how 9/11 impacted her journey, and the challenges of juggling motherhood with entrepreneurship.

Danlu is the Founder & Managing Director of Edukatus.

]]>b6bac13c-6144-4c8c-b00b-eab62b198780Wed, 20 Apr 2022 07:30:00 +010038:28falsefull2132132Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaJenny Tassel: A Kind of Cultural HomelessnessJenny Tassel: A Kind of Cultural HomelessnessJenny Tassel talks about being a TCK growing up in the Panama Canal Zone, discovering her true identity, realizing her passion for counseling, and how her upbringing shapes her counseling philosophies.

Jenny is the Head of Counselling at the International School of Panama.

]]>Jenny Tassel talks about being a TCK growing up in the Panama Canal Zone, discovering her true identity, realizing her passion for counseling, and how her upbringing shapes her counseling philosophies.

Jenny is the Head of Counselling at the International School of Panama.

]]>a3f40f94-0e02-46e8-8c67-6e8ea3b1c3c2Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:30:00 +010041:00falsefull1121121Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaVern Granger: I'm Glad That I Did ItVern Granger: I'm Glad That I Did ItOur guest Vern Granger talks about his journey of being a first generation college student, discovering his passion for admissions, the importance of representation, and his commitment to enhancing diversity.

Vern is the Director of Admissions at the University of Connecticut and Chair-Elect of NACAC

]]>Our guest Vern Granger talks about his journey of being a first generation college student, discovering his passion for admissions, the importance of representation, and his commitment to enhancing diversity.

Vern is the Director of Admissions at the University of Connecticut and Chair-Elect of NACAC

]]>7ea166b5-295f-4b69-a63c-87785545befcWed, 06 Apr 2022 07:30:00 +010040:51falsefull1111111Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaJohn Wilkerson: We are all humans having human experiencesJohn Wilkerson: We are all humans having human experiencesJohn Wilkerson regales us with stories of his exciting journey of being an international educator, his insights into the current state of international education, and his uncanny ability to get into sticky situations around the world - you have to listen to believe it.

John is the Associate Vice President for International Services at Indiana University, USA.

]]>John Wilkerson regales us with stories of his exciting journey of being an international educator, his insights into the current state of international education, and his uncanny ability to get into sticky situations around the world - you have to listen to believe it.

John is the Associate Vice President for International Services at Indiana University, USA.

]]>3621dff4-70b9-416e-98e9-1d8d66406c98Wed, 30 Mar 2022 07:30:00 +010044:36falsefull1101101Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaBridget Herrera: Spend time in the lives of your studentsBridget Herrera: Spend time in the lives of your studentsBridget Herrera takes us on her 30+ year journey of being a counselor, how she accidentally fell into the career, the changes she has seen over the years, and how she continues to change lives.

Bridget is the College Counselor at the American International School of Dhaka in Bangladesh.

]]>Bridget Herrera takes us on her 30+ year journey of being a counselor, how she accidentally fell into the career, the changes she has seen over the years, and how she continues to change lives.

Bridget is the College Counselor at the American International School of Dhaka in Bangladesh.

]]>a31effae-cdf8-43e5-9021-3397e5157debWed, 16 Mar 2022 07:30:00 +010029:42falsefull19191Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaSally & Jonathan Andwati: Having an Impact in KenyaSally & Jonathan Andwati: Having an Impact in KenyaSally & Jonathan Andwati, the power couple at St. Andrew's School in Turi, Kenya take us on their journey of persistence and perseverance in bringing global education opportunities to their remote corner of Kenya.

Sally is the Career Counselor and Jonathan is the Head of 6th Form College at St. Andrew's School in Turi.

]]>Sally & Jonathan Andwati, the power couple at St. Andrew's School in Turi, Kenya take us on their journey of persistence and perseverance in bringing global education opportunities to their remote corner of Kenya.

Sally is the Career Counselor and Jonathan is the Head of 6th Form College at St. Andrew's School in Turi.

]]>68730aad-c032-43ed-8560-a0eb3248519eWed, 09 Mar 2022 07:30:00 +010040:31falsefull18181Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaDerrick Alex: There was no planDerrick Alex: There was no planDerrick Alex shares his journey of happenstances - from deciding to study in the US to ending up with a career in international admissions.

Derrick is the Director of International Admissions at the University of Houston in Texas.

]]>Derrick Alex shares his journey of happenstances - from deciding to study in the US to ending up with a career in international admissions.

Derrick is the Director of International Admissions at the University of Houston in Texas.

]]>fed849e4-ecf1-48bc-9041-1691ea6957f0Wed, 02 Mar 2022 07:30:00 +010026:27falsefull17171Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaBobby Mehta: It's About PeopleBobby Mehta: It's About PeopleBobby Mehta talks about growing up as a TCK listening to stories about his parents' childhood and the challenges he confronted navigating those same cultures while developing a passion for international education.

Bobby is the Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor (Global Engagement) at the University of Portsmouth.

]]>Bobby Mehta talks about growing up as a TCK listening to stories about his parents' childhood and the challenges he confronted navigating those same cultures while developing a passion for international education.

Bobby is the Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor (Global Engagement) at the University of Portsmouth.

]]>25afea07-7499-4418-a3ff-7880fbc222f8Wed, 23 Feb 2022 07:30:00 +010035:40falsefull16161Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaKarin Fischer: The Stories are CompellingKarin Fischer: The Stories are CompellingKarin Fischer walks us through the journey of capturing the essence of international education through her work as a journalist and giving voices to those who don't always have one.

Karin is an international education journalist, correspondent, and publisher of latitude(s), a newsletter on global education.

]]>Karin Fischer walks us through the journey of capturing the essence of international education through her work as a journalist and giving voices to those who don't always have one.

Karin is an international education journalist, correspondent, and publisher of latitude(s), a newsletter on global education.

]]>6944a4fd-73a7-4c5e-9fbc-b117ec42b787Wed, 16 Feb 2022 07:30:00 +010029:10falsefull15151Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaDr. Barry Craig: The Path to HappinessDr. Barry Craig: The Path to HappinessDr. Barry Craig shares his journey from being an orphan to becoming the president of a university. We discuss his mission of developing Leaders with Heart and the path to happiness.

Dr. Barry Craig is the President of Huron University in London, Canada

]]>Dr. Barry Craig shares his journey from being an orphan to becoming the president of a university. We discuss his mission of developing Leaders with Heart and the path to happiness.

Dr. Barry Craig is the President of Huron University in London, Canada

]]>236d0436-43b6-4854-84f5-d1e652faf986Wed, 09 Feb 2022 07:30:00 +010036:23falsefull14141Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaCecilia Pereira-Yates: Not just a job, a vocationCecilia Pereira-Yates: Not just a job, a vocationCecilia Pereira-Yates talks about her journey from Malaysia to the U.K. to pursue graduate education and how she navigated her way through obstacles and opportunities to find a vocation that was meant for her.

Cecilia is the founder & managing director of GB8, an international education consultancy based in the U.K. with a focus on Southeast Asia.

]]>Cecilia Pereira-Yates talks about her journey from Malaysia to the U.K. to pursue graduate education and how she navigated her way through obstacles and opportunities to find a vocation that was meant for her.

Cecilia is the founder & managing director of GB8, an international education consultancy based in the U.K. with a focus on Southeast Asia.

]]>9ddf40e5-06f5-4020-bb2e-a0bfffe20974Wed, 02 Feb 2022 07:30:00 +010029:59falsefull13131Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaDr. Gabrielle Malfatti: From Colombia to ColumbiaDr. Gabrielle Malfatti: From Colombia to ColumbiaDr. Gabrielle Malfatti takes us on her journey from Colombia to Columbia, Missouri and how she got to where she is today. She talks about how she was encouraged to go on a path she never imagined herself to be on, how she crafted jobs for herself, why she coined the term 'Destiny Benders', and how she's changing lives of educators across the world.

She is the Director of Global Engagement for the College of Education & Human Development at the University of Missouri.

]]>Dr. Gabrielle Malfatti takes us on her journey from Colombia to Columbia, Missouri and how she got to where she is today. She talks about how she was encouraged to go on a path she never imagined herself to be on, how she crafted jobs for herself, why she coined the term 'Destiny Benders', and how she's changing lives of educators across the world.

She is the Director of Global Engagement for the College of Education & Human Development at the University of Missouri.

]]>88e1c0ec-3b64-4581-a65c-8cbea3f1ff5aWed, 26 Jan 2022 07:30:00 +010035:48falsefull12121Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaIntroducing the Destiny Benders podcastIntroducing the Destiny Benders podcastIf you’re interested to hear more about the international educators whose mission it is to change lives and bend destinies, this is the podcast for you.

Jessica and Girish engage in candid conversations with guests to learn more about their journeys, when they realized they were bending destinies, and how their own lives have been changed in the process.

But first, learn more about your hosts and how they ended up where they are today and why they decided to launch this podcast.



New episodes every Wednesday starting on January 26, 2022.

]]>If you’re interested to hear more about the international educators whose mission it is to change lives and bend destinies, this is the podcast for you.

Jessica and Girish engage in candid conversations with guests to learn more about their journeys, when they realized they were bending destinies, and how their own lives have been changed in the process.

But first, learn more about your hosts and how they ended up where they are today and why they decided to launch this podcast.



New episodes every Wednesday starting on January 26, 2022.

]]>12de045a-32ee-420f-80cc-9968bd73a330Wed, 19 Jan 2022 07:30:00 +010040:20falsefull11111Jessica Guiver & Girish BallollaA sneak peekA sneak peekHere's a sneak peek into why we started this podcast. Hope you'll subscribe and listen to what our guests have to say.

]]>Here's a sneak peek into why we started this podcast. Hope you'll subscribe and listen to what our guests have to say.

]]>ace4bc1a-c838-41b4-bc20-d57f3fbec70fTue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +010002:31falsetrailerJessica Guiver & Girish Ballolla