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The Student Guide (previously known as Pick Up The Mic) is an ongoing podcast series, based in the United Kingdom (UK), that explores important themes such as race, and discusses support services available to young people from diverse backgrounds with their development, particularly as they navigate through the impact of the pandemic on employment and education. This podcast is a reflection of all our personal experiences, journeys in life, and backstories.
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Send us a text In this episode of The Student Guide, we sit down with Carley Luckett, a legal apprentice and host of the @ChristCentredPodcast to discuss the importance of living a purpose-driven life. Carley shares insights on confidence, taking feedback, and balancing rigorous schedules. We discuss the value of rest and gratitude, and how her fai…
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Send us a text In this enriching episode of The Student Guide Podcast Season 7 welcomes Natasha Minter, Founder and Creator of ModelMe, who shares her journey from fashion modeling to well-being advocacy. Natasha discusses the creation of brave spaces, importance of mentorship, and Model Me's new initiatives like mentoring and on-demand workshops. …
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Send us a text Welcome to the final episode of Season 6 of the Student Guide! In this episode, we dive deep into the essentials of building a personal brand, especially on LinkedIn, with insights from our special guest, Mawuena, a LinkedIn content creator. Mawuena shares her experiences, tips for young professionals and students, and how her organi…
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Send us a text In this enriching episode of The Student Guide, we engage with Tolu Afelumo and Jeffrey on the critical topics of inclusion and mental health within student and professional environments. Tolu, founder of Tolu Wellspring, shares her journey and expertise on inclusive recruitment practices, culturally sensitive mental health intervent…
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Send us a text In this engaging episode of The Student Guide, we discuss the significance of self-awareness, community support, and the importance of mental health in personal and professional development. Joined by Chartered Scientist and STEM Ambassador, Bamidele Farire, we explore her inspiring journey into biomedical science, the challenges fac…
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Send us a text Join us in this engaging episode of 'The Student Guide' where we explore the power of self-awareness, persistence, and networking in shaping a successful career. Featuring career coach and youth advocate Jeffrey Manso, this discussion highlights their unique journeys, the impact of LinkedIn and the pandemic on career planning, and th…
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Send us a text Join us in this captivating episode of The Student Guide, where we sit down with Nathan Tuft, Senior Youth Manager at The Roundhouse. Nathan shares his transformative 17-year journey in youth work, from his early volunteer days at the YMCA to his impactful role at The Roundhouse. Discover how Nathan and his team provide unparalleled …
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Send us a text Join us as we delve into the key messages and insights shared by our incredible guests. In this special episode, we revisit the Takeaways from each episode of Season 6 (so far), where our host humorously clarifies that it's not about food delivery apps like Deliveroo or Just Eat, but rather the impactful messages that our guests want…
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Send us a text Dive into The Student Guide as we explore the inspiring journey of Afiba, a talented Data Scientist who began her career with a transformative internship at S&P Global. In this episode, Afiba shares her experiences from her time at the University of Leeds, where her passion for Data Science and machine learning was ignited, leading h…
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Send us a text Join us in this captivating episode as we unfold the inspiring journey of Jeffrey Oyinlola, the visionary founder behind Pick Up The Mic. We celebrate 3 years of Pick Up The Mic. From the inception of this transformative podcast network to its evolution over the past years, Jeffrey shares the challenges, victories, and the incredible…
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Send us a text Embark on a new episode of The Student Guide featuring Ellise Gordon, a Junior UX Researcher, Masters Graduate, and Founder. Join us as Ellise guides university students on navigating graduation with abundant opportunities and choices. Discover the immense value of social science degrees and the versatile skill sets they offer. In th…
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Send us a text In this insightful session, we are honoured to host Dr. Dwain A. Neil, esteemed chairman of The Reach Society and recipient of the OBE in the 2019 Queen's Birthday Honours List for his exceptional services to the British African Caribbean community. Join us as Dr. Dwain A. Neil, a seasoned professional with experience at Shell Intern…
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Send us a text Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. In our upcoming episode of The Student Guide, we are thrilled to welcome Samuel Conley to the studio. Join us as we dive into a conversation with Sam, a passionate ad…
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Send us a text Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. The Student Guide is kicking off Season 6 with a bang! Join us for an incredible episode featuring the dynamic duo, Dr. Abigail and Donna, the powerhouse sisters behi…
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Send us a text 50 episodes of The Student Guide! Who better to celebrate this amazing accomplishment with than the incredible Indie Gordon? If you don't know Indie, she's a motivational speaker, coach, angel investor, and founder of the all-in-one safety app Halo. Basically she's like a modern day superhero! In this episode (and the season finale o…
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Send us a text Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Rejection is only redirection, and Jeffrey discusses this with this episode's guest speaker Yulia. Yulia is a 4th-year Aerospace Engineering MEng student at Brunel Un…
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Send us a text Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Ashling, a dynamic Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) manager. We'll be learning about the importance of EDI…
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Send us a text Continuing on from their previous episode, The Two Maesters are back to review episodes 4, 5 and 6 of Marvel's Secret Invasion. Get ready to dive deep into the heart of the MCU as The Two Maesters share their unique perspectives and theories. And yes, they'll be talking about that finale! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/pic…
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Send us a text Join us for the premiere episode of Dating Diaries as we dive headfirst into the unpredictable world of modern dating. In Episode 1, our hosts (Jazz & Jeffrey) take the stage to introduce you to the series and set the perfect tone for what's to come. We're spilling the beans on our own dating escapades, offering a peek into our perso…
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Send us a text You might not know it, but an entrepreneurial mindset can be beneficial in a number of fields including healthcare. That's why we invited Parmis back on to discuss her journey in medical school, her placement, as well as The Empowerment Project and more! Be prepared to learn about mindset, motivation and everything in between! Buzzsp…
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Send us a text Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. In this action-packed crossover episode, the Two Maesters review Marvel's Secret Invasion episodes 1-3, delving into captivating plot twists, brilliant character deve…
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Send us a text The secret is out! Check out Jeffrey's speech at his graduation this year from Brunel University London and learn more about this week's #tuesdaymotivation! This has been a big secret to keep but we are so proud of him! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you…
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Send us a text Looking for placements can be hard, and that's why we're excited to have Zhauni Walker (a recent graduate from Brunel University) and Jeffrey speak about just this! Learn more about what placements are, the different types available and most importantly how Brunel Professional Development Centre can support you! Support the show (htt…
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Send us a text Join the Maesters on an exciting quest as they explore the captivating world of The Witcher. In this thrilling episode, they delve into the mysteries of monsters and the rich tapestry of Polish folklore. Witness their journey as they summon the White Wolf, the legendary Witcher, and navigate the intricate web of supernatural forces t…
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Send us a text You're in your final year, and you're wondering if a postgraduate is for you. Well on this episode, we're speaking with SJ (from the Let's Talk About It Brunel Podcast) about all the things we weren't told about postgraduates studies, from when to apply, to the courses available to the funs of student finance. If you're interested in…
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Send us a text City Year UK do amazing work to support young people and their development (which is what Pick Up The Mic is all about). We spoke with Kate and Jacob to learn more about the incredible work that they do with City Year, as well as find out more about why there are this episode's MC Of The Month. BetterHelp Thank you to BetterHelp for …
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Send us a text Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored. We've got a new episode of The Student Guide, with new guests, updates and more. Introducing Asha Rakha, a full-time model and blogger with one objective: …
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Send us a text Welcome to our first episode of UK Unis: So No-One Told You, where we learn all the things we didn't know about university. We're joined by Vaishali, a recent Brunel graduate who specialises in all things tax related. As someone recently employed, Vaishali will be discussing the difficulties of job hunting after graduating, when's be…
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Send us a text Kay Kukoyi is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and the CEO and Founder of Purposeful Group, a centre for learning focused on entrepreneurship, technology and digital skills, professional mentoring, and specialist workshops and programmes. We will be hearing from Kay and learning more about the importance of mindsets when it comes t…
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Send us a text Being a 16 year old is already hard, but being at university at 16 is something else! That's why we asked Tatyana to speak about her experience of being at university at 16. Be prepared to learn about the Mauritian Society at Brunel, some great advice regarding studying law, and more! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Sta…
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Send us a text Monica Pereira is a current Marketing student (as well as the EU students officer of the Union) at Brunel. Chairing both the Volleyball Club and the Portuguese Society (and working closely with the Brunel Volunteers team), Monica has helped improve and impact the community at Brunel. In this episode, Monica will be letting us know mo…
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Send us a text Wik is the current VP of the College of Health, Medical and Life Sciences (CHMLS (or CHLS depending on who you ask)) at the Union Of Brunel Students and is currently running the Period @ Brunel Campaign. In this episode of Behind The Curtain, we'll be learning about how Wik and the Union Of Brunel Students are helping to raise awaren…
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Send us a text On this episode of The Student Guide, we are joined by Aridja Kals, the host of The Ardija Kals Show. Aridja is also a professional speaker, presenter AND events host. We'll be learning more about Aridja's podcasting journey, hearing about the power of mindsets, and finally learning about why Hayley Mulenda & Sterling Record are an i…
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Send us a text Prepare for another episode of podcasting because we've got Tee on the Student Guide! Tee is a current masters student, and the co-host of a Brunel Well-Being Podcast (called Let's Talk About It Brunel). We'll be learning more about how Tee has found joining the world of podcasting, as well as how our MCs Of The Month can support you…
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Send us a text For the next chapter in The Student Guide, we'll be diving into the world of entrepreneurship. We've got Zion, the founder of Wislore (the new home of entrepreneurs), discussing his entrepreneurial journey as well as the advice he has for entrepreneurs at any stage. We'll be sharing why Brunel's Entrepreneur Hub are our MCs Of The Mo…
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Send us a text Pick Up The Mic & Brunel's Environmental Sciences Society are happy to present Let's Empower, a networking event raising awareness on the importance of representation in every form. For our first episode, we discussed women's representation to celebrate International Women's Day! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start fo…
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Send us a text Pick Up The Mic is 2 years old. Time flies when you are having fun, and we are so excited to be back celebrating this moment. Jeffrey has some words to say to celebrate this moment and what you can expect from us in the future. Thank you to our wonderful audience, amazing guest speakers, and spectacular team for bringing us to this p…
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Send us a text Welcome to The Two Maesters with hosts Joshua & Morgan. They're launching their new segment The Two Maesters focused on all things Game Of Thrones and Warhammer related. With the new series House Of The Dragon coming out soon, they'll be explaining why they like Game Of Thrones, their thoughts on the last season, and why they're exci…
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Send us a text The Student Guide is back with a new episode. We'll be speaking with Amanda Shodeko, an actress born and bred in North London. She has featured in many projects, including commercials, short films and various voice acting productions. We'll be learning more about the importance of the arts as well as how the Roundhouse and Wac Arts c…
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Send us a text Emily & JP work for UniAdvocates, a service that acts as an impartial and confidential sounding board for students who may be experiencing difficulties (which may be affecting their mental health and well-being) by offering support to students. In this episode, we'll be learning about how UniAdovactes empower young people, as well as…
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Send us a text Welcome to Season 5 of Pick Up The Mic. We are joined by Dr Khadija Owusu, an award-winning Leader, Speaker and UK Junior Doctor. Khadija does a lot to support her community, including being the Founder of The Like Her Project (Ghana), Founding Member & Director of Programmes at Melanin Medics, an Ambassador at the GUBA-Enterprise an…
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Send us a text Welcome to the final episode of Season 4! We decided to end the season with the wonderful Shania King-Soyza. Shania is a reporter, presenter, student, AND fellow podcaster (alongside her friend Julie). We'll be learning more about her journey with journalism and podcasting, as well as how our MCs Of The Month (Buzzsprout) can support…
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Send us a text Dr Pauldy Otermans, is an inspiring educationalist, global teacher, and female tech-leader. She co-founded Otermans Institute (OI) just over two years ago and has partnered with UNICEF, UNHCR camps, governments (UK-included) 3-countries, and other renowned NGOs like Bethlehem foundation and the billion-dollar Shiv Nadar foundation. I…
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Send us a text Debra is a co-founder of Dotplot, a med-tech company aiming to facilitate the early detection of breast cancer. With an ambition to implement solutions that make people’s lives easier to live and that are beneficial for society at large, Debra will be telling us about her journey as an entrepreneur and the resources that helped her. …
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Send us a text Sydney Kirton is our latest guest on Pick Up The Mic. Sydney is a creative writing Masters student who works part-time as a Communications Coordinator at Birthrights and a Co-Researcher at StopWatch. Syndey will be discussing what she did after graduating, the work she does through both Birthrights and StopWatch and how we can suppor…
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Send us a text Baz is a mental health pharmacist, with previous experience in paediatrics and women's health, ICU and HDU, respiratory, admissions, and elderly care. She also works across different areas within mental health - older people, acute admissions and alcohol and substance detox. In this episode, Baz will be discussing the importance of m…
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Send us a text Joao is our guest for this episode. Joao is a recent BEng Aerospace Engineering graduate, and was one of the Lead ResLife ambassadors this year for Student Living. They were involved in societies as well, running the Lego and D&D society here at Brunel. Joao will be speaking to Jeffrey about being a ResLife ambassador, offering advic…
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Send us a text We've got a special edition of Pick Up The Mic for you! Jeffrey is joined by guest hosts Shilpa and Riham to discuss their A Level Journey, the lessons learnt, and offer advice to students getting their results Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a p…
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Send us a text Stephen Adeoye is a four-year corporate professional working in the Financial Services industry for a top-tier Global Private Equity firm. He also is the Founder of Beyond Education, a startup dedicated to helping individuals access and navigate the corporate world. In this episode, Stephen will be discussing the importance of networ…
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Send us a text Paris Reveira is the founder of That Good Hair, a customisable hair care brand for Wavy, Curly and Coily hair. She launched her brand during the pandemic after graduating from Brunel University in 2020 and is passionate about teaching people about the ingredients in their hair products. In this episode, Paris will be discussing why s…
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