You're Not Qualified - A Podcast

Audio dramas have been around for decades (you will have to listen to this episode to know exactly how long.. or Google it but I would rather you listen just saying) but they haven't been done quite like this before. The Icarus Complex audio drama is the story of a young black man's journey through life and [mostly] love. It is set in the 90's, so expect that sweet, sweet nostalgia of simpler times that we just had no clue were simpler but I promise if I can go back I will appreciate them more. Promise! Take me back!

Courtney chats with Linden, the master mind behind this episodic, raw tale of Liam - a sometimes all-too-familiar young man making his way definitely not unscathed through love. Linden was turned away, a lot, when shopping his idea for this story. He forged ahead and believed in himself, which has paid off and landed him on UK Audio Drama Billboards. We are here to tell you - you should believe in yourself, too.

Let's go make history.

Find Linden:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/icaruscomplexpodcast/

Podcast: (wherever you get your podcasts, but here's a couple links):
Spotify

Amazon Music

Find Courtney:

IG: @ynqpod

Twitter: @ynqpodcast

TikTok: @ynqpod

WEB: https://www.yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com/

Email: [email protected]

I have a little secret for you: talent, skills, and success are not defined by a college degree - they aren't even always formed by a college degree. Let that sink in. But before you throw your $100k plus degree paper out the window and scream at me, hear me out. A degree can absolutely help you. If college isn't the path for you, you can still be successful without it. Kevin Palmieri joins Courtney today on the 22nd episode of the You're Not Qualified podcast. He is co host, founder, and CFO (Chief Financial Officer) of Next Level University, a multi 6-figure, global top 100 podcast. He developed his business and his business presence from the ground up; he helps others do the same on their own podcast journeys.

The topics in this episode are poignant and really cut to the heart. Kevin gives a no bullshit love approach to coaching, and to his advice in this episode.

Let's see if you really have what it takes. (you probably do, trust.)

Find Kevin:

WEB: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/about/

IG: @neverquitkid

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/

Find Courtney:

WEB: https://www.yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com/

IG: @ynqpod

Twitter: @ynqpodcast

Email: [email protected]

Artificial Intelligence (Ai) is making waves in the world and marine life is in a better situation because of it (not because of the 'waves' but also because of the waves, ya know?) Terrestrial life is pretty happy about it, too. Are you sitting there thinking that Ai seems like a pretty cool industry to be in but you have no business being there? Well then this is the episode for you because you're wrong.

Fact: we can't afford to filter out ideas in Ai or Conservation from people of non-traditional backgrounds. Let's talk about it. Join Courtney as she chats with Jason Holmberg, Executive Director and Director of Engineering at WildMe, where conservation meets machine learning and holy cow it is COOL.

Chase your dreams and open those doors you think are locked to you.

Find Jason:

EMAIL: [email protected]

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/holmbergius

Find Courtney:

EMAIL: [email protected]

IG and TikTok: @ynqpod

Twitter: @ynqpodcast

WEB: https://www.yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com/

Artificial Intelligence, or as the cool kids say - AI - is a big part of our present and an even bigger part of our future in the world. Let's talk about it.

Join Courtney and Tanya Stere for the 20th (!!!) episode of the You're Not Qualified Podcast. Tanya does not have an AI background - she has a technical writing background and is definitely traditionally not qualified and we get deep into that. Tanya works at WildMe, an AI Tech Conservation company focused on helping those studying species' conservation work more efficiently and effectively together, and work quicker on their respective passions. This leads to faster evolution in the world of conservation and consequently more animals saved. Win win, win - eh?

Find Tanya:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-stere-2ab25510b/

WildMe Team Page: https://www.wildme.org/#/team

Email: [email protected]

Find Courtney:

IG: @ynqpod

TikTok: @ynqpod

Twitter: @ynqpodcast

Email: [email protected]

Website: yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com

Did you know that Germany is reinstating citizenship for descendants of those impacted by the holocaust? Jeff Nosanov is making a film about it, Article 116 - Beyond Citizenship.

Of course, there are no amends that can be made to make up for the atrocities of that time period. However, the nation is expressing regret in the way they can and we talk all about it in this interview. Join Courtney and Jeff as they talk about parallels between WWII and the current war in Ukraine, making a documentary with literally no experience, and ways we can all get closer to our ancestry. Also maybe not ever having children because then I can't be number one anymore (I'm selfish it's okay). This is a must-listen episode.

Let's go make that film.

Find Jeff:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jnosanov/

Find Courtney:

IG: @ynqpod

TikTok: @ynqpod

Twitter: @ynqpodcast

WEB: https://www.yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com/

Email: [email protected]

Did you know that penguins sweat? I didn't either until I listened to The Sweaty Penguin, a feature PBS Podcast, where Ethan Brown talks all about why penguins are sweaty. (Disclaimer: penguins aren't actually sweaty it is a play on the impacts of climate change, but I think you probably got that, eh?)

Join Courtney and Ethan as they chat all things podcasting, climate change, and believing in yourself and what you bring to the table so much that you go after your dreams full steam ahead (but make that steam from renewable energy sources, please and thank you). If you want to start your own podcast and have a great idea, this is the episode for you!

Find Ethan:

WEB: https://thesweatypenguin.com/

IG: @sweatypenguinpod https://www.instagram.com/sweatypenguinpod/

TikTok: @sweatypenguinpod

Twitter: @SweatPenguinPod https://twitter.com/sweatpenguinpod

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesweatypenguin

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OikIFnplNId3X7vsLwWNX

TedX Talk (13 yo Ethan!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1snl42EGog

Find Courtney:

WEB: https://www.yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com/

IG: @ynqpod

TikTok: @ynqpod

Twitter: @ynqpodcast

Email: [email protected]

A stack of cash and an entrepreneur walk into a bar...

There's many different avenues that bad joke can go - though, let's control the narrative.

Money is a difficult topic, and it can be difficult to get right. You deserve to feel and be wealthy, and not just monetarily. With chasing dreams and going after your goals (you know, the ones you aren't traditionally qualified for) often comes money - and that money could trigger guilt. Don't let it control you. Let's tackle all things money together, with Paje Rey, who is on a mission to shift the culture one home at a time by ending unnecessary pain and baggage related to money.

Let's get rich.

Find Paje:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoE7Y939oHoQgU3VMZj6tjA

IG: @pajerey

Find Courtney:

WEB: https://www.yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com/

IG: @ynqpod

Twitter: @ynqpodcast

TikTok: @ynqpod

EMAIL: [email protected]

How does a polar bear become a captain? Well, I am not sure but Alan Hesse, creator of the "The Adventures Of Captain Polo" graphic novel series could tell us. Join Courtney as she chats with Alan - they cover investing in yourself as an entrepreneur and mistakes to avoid when just starting out, trusting in yourself to pursue what you believe is right, polar bear adventures in Brazil, and the importance of polling experts (plus so much more). Graphic novels are an amazing way to teach children (and adults) about climate change - even if you aren't a climate change expert. Let's talk about it.

Find Captain Polo and Alan:

WEB (Purchase graphic novels): https://alanhesse.com/comic-books/polo/

IG: @climatecaptainpolo

Twitter:

- Alan J Hesse: @AlanJamesHesse1

- Captain Polo: @PoloClimateBear

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfgGSaAH0GFe8VQkjNKYcxQ

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/alanjhesse/

Find Courtney:

WEB: https://www.yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com/

IG: @ynqpod

Twitter: @ynqpodcast

Email: [email protected]

Resources:

Contact your US Representatives: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative

Brazil and Climate Change:

- https://www.adaptation-undp.org/explore/latin-america-and-caribbean/brazil

- https://www.conservation.org/blog/3-ways-brazils-environmental-decisions-impact-the-world

The world of job applications and selling yourself is changing. You no longer need 10 years of doing exactly one thing in order to receive an excellent job opportunity, or personally grow to the next level. Transferrable skills transend roles and industries - if you are only "qualified" for two bullet points in a job description, transferable skills and storytelling can get you in front of a hiring manager. Listen to discover how.

Join Courtney and Asha, author of "Skills: The Common Denominator", as they talk about having huge goals and understanding how to achieve them through skills, selling yourself to hiring managers, networking like a boss, and robots that deliver pizza.

Find Asha Aravindakshan:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DCasha

IG: @dcasha

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashaa12/

Find "Skills: The Common Denominator":

Physical copy:https://www.amazon.com/Skills-Common-Denominator-Asha-Aravindakshan/dp/1636763839

Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Skills-Common-Denominator-Asha-Aravindakshan-ebook/dp/B09FFGWWTQ

Find Courtney:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ynqpodcast

IG: @ynqpod

TikTok: @ynqpod

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com/

That anxiety monster that shows up sometimes - maybe you named him Bill? - is there for a reason and should be welcomed, rather than shunned. I know, what?! I mean it.

In this incredible episode, Courtney chats with Caren Bright, founder, entrepreneur, former executive director, and current trauma coach for high-performing women. They talk about quieting the messages of doubt around you, using your intelligence and certifications to get to the next level, stepping into your purpose in the world, overcoming poverty and trauma, and being kind to your anxiety monster. This episode is really very incredible and I hope it serves you.

Every limiting belief is bound to trauma; let's overcome.

Find Caren:

IG: @caren_bright

Find Courtney:

IG: @ynqpod

TikTok: @ynqpod

Twitter: @ynqpodcast

Gmail: [email protected]

Website: https://www.yourenotqualifiedpodcast.com/