The Not My Job Pod
The Not My Job Pod is a podcast hosted by Emily Gant about work, people, and the weird stuff in between.
This podcast was born out of a simple realization: I don’t want my job to be my entire personality. So I talk to people outside the tech bubble — artists, community builders, creatives, and curious minds — about the passions, projects, and ideas that make them come alive. Just real conversations about what people love and why it matters to them.
This podcast is based in Berlin and heavily focused on the Berlin community.
Podcasting since 2025 • 21 episodes
The Not My Job Pod
Latest Episodes
Capturing Confidence: Marina Antonova, Founder of The Atma Portrait Studio Explores Beauty Standards & Entrepreneurship
In this episode, Emily Gant interviews Marina, the founder of Atma Portrait Studio in Berlin. They discuss the unique concept of the studio, which caters to camera-shy individuals and aims to boost self-confidence through photography. Marina sh...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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55:20
Founding The Felt Room Berlin: Rob Connor & Marius Werani on Building an Intimate Piano Community
In this episode of The Not My Job Pod, host Emily Gant speaks with Marius and Rob, the co-founders of Felt Room, a unique concert space in Berlin. They discuss the origins of Felt Room, the atmosphere they aim to create, and the importance of c...
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48:41
Touring with Saint Motel & Other Bands: James Gerhart on Being a Roadie through the US & Europe
What actually is a roadie and how do you become one? In this episode, host Emily Gant sits down with James Gerhart, a touring roadie for Saint Motel and other popular bands, to pull back the curtain on life on the road. From European tour buses...
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57:39
Redefining Happiness: Anna Vasileva on Leaving Tech, Intellectual Property, and Living a Child-Free Life
In this episode of The Not My Job Pod, host Emily Gant speaks with Anna Vasileva about her journey from the tech industry to a more fulfilling career in publishing and licensing. They discuss the challenges of work culture, the impact of piracy...
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57:12
From Tech to Table: Peter Sum's Culinary Journey with Kenzy Club & Creating a Food Community
Emily Gant chats with Peter Sum, a former tech professional turned culinary artist, who shares his journey from the tech industry to the culinary world. Peter discusses the influence of Berlin on his life choices, the importance of community, a...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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