Big Bets Podcast
Welcome to Big Bets, where it’s all about the risks, the lessons, the personalities and the rewards that come with putting your ideas on the line: one BIG BET at a time. We’re here at Toronto Metropolitan University, sharing candid conversations with graduates as they take on research, collaborations, startups, and creative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible. I'm Alex, and I hope you can join me.
Episodes
7 episodes
Big Bets - Tanvi
There’s a certain intensity to existing quietly in a world that rewards volume. This episode with Tanvi goes straight into that tension. We’re talking about the reality of being an introvert while navigating creative spaces that seem purpose-bu...
Big Bets - Ayah
Ayah walks in with the charisma of a snake charmer and the emotional intelligence to match. She's a natural talker who knows exactly how to connect, disarm, and deliver truth with a smile. The kind of person who becomes your friend while tellin...
Big Bets - Joel
Joel joins us to unpack the art of selling yourself without losing yourself. We explore how a single transformative event can reshape your entire outlook, opening new perspectives on connection, opportunity, and the environments we navigate dai...
Big Bets - Bella
Bella joins us for a conversation that refuses to look away. We traverse the uncomfortable territories most people sidestep: disability, death, and the realities of underprivileged environments where these subjects aren't academic, they're live...
Big Bets - Chris
Chris returns for round two of Big Bets Podcast. He is a self-proclaimed crooner and creative force behind Not So Boring News, a fresh app reimagining how we consume information in today's chaotic media landscape.In this convers...