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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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candid conversations recorded at the intersection of art and authenticity. hosted by A2 & co.

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A2X.JPG: The Film Artist. [Part 5/5] 17:18

25 weeks之前17:18

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In our series finale, hear more about the motivation behind pursuing 35mm film photography as a creative medium. ** You are now tapped into a podcast by the smartest animal. Brought to you by A2XLTD, at the intersection of art and authenticity. Visit thesmartestanimal.com for more. The following series was recorded over the course of a year. Moderated by Siri. Hosted by A2.…

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A2X.MD: The Bridge & The Awakening. [Part 4/5] 19:26

26 weeks之前19:26

19:26

On the penultimate episode of this 5-part series, A2 discusses the importance of creating covers of popular songs with the goal of discovery. ** You are now tapped into a podcast by the smartest animal. Brought to you by A2XLTD, at the intersection of art and authenticity. Visit thesmartestanimal.com for more. The following series was recorded over the course of a year. Moderated by Siri. Hosted by A2.…

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A2X.MD: The Director. [Part 3/5] 32:57

27 weeks之前32:57

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Our series continues with a discussion on how one solo show led to a full band show, in the span of six months. ** You are now tapped into a podcast by the smartest animal. Brought to you by A2XLTD, at the intersection of art and authenticity. Visit thesmartestanimal.com for more. The following series was recorded over the course of a year. Moderated by Siri. Hosted by A2.…

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A2XLTD: The Founder. [Part 2/5] 31:02

28 weeks之前31:02

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A deeper conversation into the founder/director behind A2XLTD. ** You are now tapped into a podcast by the smartest animal. Brought to you by A2XLTD, at the intersection of art and authenticity. Visit thesmartestanimal.com for more. The following series was recorded over the course of a year. Moderated by Siri. Hosted by A2.…

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A2XLTD: The Mission. [Part 1/5] 21:03

29 weeks之前21:03

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"At the intersection of art and authenticity, let them dream." This is the mission statement for A2XLTD. On this episode, we do a deep dive explanation into the ethos of this endeavor, and also announce the e-newsletter as part of this new era for the A2X universe. ** The following series was recorded over the course of a year. Moderated by Siri. Hosted by A2. You are now tapped into a podcast by the smartest animal. Brought to you by A2XLTD, at the intersection of art and authenticity. Visit thesmartestanimal.com for more.…

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Love, Romance and Poetry [Nomancer] 1:00:03

30 weeks之前1:00:03

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A modern day lover and poet, Nomancer stops by for conversation to discuss his writing philosophy, his motivations, as well as other artistic concepts. Our "Unpacked" segment of V&V features solo interviews by our co-hosts. The segment is a refresh of this podcast that once went by the same name, and focuses exclusively on our guests whose stories we unpack. Our featured guests represent their passions and cultures so well; they deserve their distinction.⁣ Vices & Vultures can be found on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube . V&V is based in the great state of New York, and is brought to you by A2X.…

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A Barista's Daily Grind [Jasmin McGinnis] 37:26

30 weeks之前37:26

37:26

We dig deep into pragmatic advice for entrepreneurs wanting to follow in the footsteps of passionate individuals like Jasmin, the one thing about her baristas that help set apart the customer service experience of coffee shop, as well as trends in the coffee industry. Our "Unpacked" segment of V&V features solo interviews by our co-hosts. The segment is a refresh of this podcast that once went by the same name, and focuses exclusively on our guests whose stories we unpack. Our featured guests represent their passions and cultures so well; they deserve their distinction.⁣ Vices & Vultures can be found on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube . V&V is based in the great state of New York, and is brought to you by A2X.…

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How To Train Your Dog 30:43

30 weeks之前30:43

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Annarose is back to explain the potential in being a dog owner, as well as the capabilities of the dog/s you own (or would like to own). This episode is a part of Feature Fridays, where we will present returning guests who drop weekly wisdom on the cultures they are passionate about. Vices & Vultures can be found on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube . V&V is based in the great state of New York, and is brought to you by A2X.…

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Disability Awareness [Debbie Forshee-Sweeney] 49:03

30 weeks之前49:03

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Raising awareness for disabilities in a world of opportunities is still very important today, and this episode features a lady who takes this to heart. Listen to how Debbie Forshee-Sweeney takes great care in meeting the needs of those with learning limitations, and how important valuing this part of academic culture truly is. a podcast by the smartest animal is brought to you by ⁠ A2XLTD ⁠ .…

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A Future Well-Designed [Courier Design] 37:05

30 weeks之前37:05

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Many of these "Unpacked" interviews are due to Instagram connecting A2 with subsequent guests. In the case of Courier Design's founders Ethan and Bree, Instagram played a big part in why the two of them have stayed connected all these years. Hear them share their fascinating story in this episode. Our "Unpacked" segment of V&V features solo interviews by our co-hosts. The segment is a refresh of this podcast that once went by the same name, and focuses exclusively on our guests whose stories we unpack. Our featured guests represent their passions and cultures so well; they deserve their distinction.⁣ Vices & Vultures can be found on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube . V&V is based in the great state of New York, and is brought to you by A2X.…

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How to Communicate with Dogs 23:02

30 weeks之前23:02

23:02

Annarose is back to explain how to properly interact with your canine friend. This episode is a part of Feature Fridays, where we will present returning guests who drop weekly wisdom on the cultures they are passionate about. Vices & Vultures can be found on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube . V&V is based in the great state of New York, and is brought to you by A2X.…

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Dog Training Rules to Live By 23:14

30 weeks之前23:14

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All great dog training starts with great rules, and Annarose is back on V&V to discuss the three rules that she implements in her work with the beloved canines. This episode is a part of Feature Fridays, where we will present returning guests who drop weekly wisdom on the cultures they are passionate about. Vices & Vultures can be found on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube . V&V is based in the great state of New York, and is brought to you by A2X.…

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Barista Profiles: Matt & Moh (Part 2) 17:03

6 years之前17:03

17:03

Mohsin and Matt are back to complete their conversation on coffee, as we continue to use this project to highlight some of the great names you should know about in New York specialty coffee. This episode is a part of Feature Fridays, where we will present returning guests who drop weekly wisdom on the cultures they are passionate about. Vices & Vultures can be found on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube . V&V is based in the great state of New York, and is brought to you by A2X.…

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Barista Profiles: Matt & Moh (Part 1) 26:29

6 years之前26:29

26:29

One of the greatest things found in specialty coffee out in New York is the community. With the help of Bill, we are proud to share this conversation that introduces us to two of the best in the game. Representing the Saltwater Coffee and Pipeline Coffee Company shops respectively, here is part 1 of a 2 part conversation with Mohsin Uddin and Matt Robertson. This episode is a part of Feature Fridays, where we will present returning guests who drop weekly wisdom on the cultures they are passionate about. Vices & Vultures can be found on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube . V&V is based in the great state of New York, and is brought to you by A2X.…

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How to be a Home Barista: Part 2 [Orlando Ureña] 31:56

6 years之前31:56