Follow the Leader
Follow the career journeys of leading ECU Alumni, in this podcast hosted and created by ECU students. You’ll hear insights from alumni in a range of different professions, as well as tips from how to get your big break, to how to succeed in your career, & more!
Podcasting since 2023 • 22 episodes
Follow the Leader
Latest Episodes
From Sydney to the Outback: A Male Midwife's Journey through ECU and Beyond, with Christian Wright
In this episode ECU alumnus Christian Wright shares his journey into midwifery. Christian initially had no plans to pursue this field but became inspired by the high rates of preventable maternal deaths in developing countries. Chri...
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Navigating the Corporate Ladder, with Candis Rhodes
In this episode, we sit down with Candice Rhodes, an ECU alumna who has built an impressive career at Rio Tinto. Candice shares how her time at ECU, including her degree and experiences, shaped her professional journey. Candice prov...
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From student to Artistic Director, a journey in theatre, with Amelia Burke
Amelia Burke is the Artistic Director of the Western Australian Youth Theatre Company, where she oversees their workshops, training programs, and productions. In the interview, Amelia discusses how her time at ECU shaped her approach to directi...
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Pursuing a passion for performance - a journey from player to coach, with Tom Carter
While most university students juggle a part time job while they are studying, few juggle a professional sporting career. But Tom Carter did exactly that. In the final few years of his time playing rugby union for the New South Wale...
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A Conductor's Journey: From Violinist to Head of Orchestral Studies at WAAPA, with Jessica Gethin
Jessica Gethin is an award-winning conductor who has captivated audiences worldwide with her exceptional musicianship and dynamic performances. Jessica has earnt acclaim as one of the 'Top Twenty Australian Artists of the Year' by Limelight Mag...
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