Podcasts

Looking for something new to listen to? The alumni UBC Podcast brings you hundreds of hours of audio, featuring prominent speakers including Dr. Gabor Maté, Homa Hoodfar, Jeremy Rifkin, and Waneek Horn-Miller; as well as insightful discussions about current issues, such as healthy aging, the changing views of masculinity, and the future of the Southern resident killer whales. It also covers topics related to innovation and entrepreneurship. Our My Financial Life mini-series covered a variety of topics related to personal finance.

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The Story of American War

April 11, 2019

Omar El Akkad is a journalist and author of the novel American War which depicts a disturbingly believable future of America at war with itself. The novel was runner up for CBC Canada Reads, shortlisted for the Rogers Writers’ Trust Fiction Prize, and described as “masterful” by the Globe and Mail. In this talk El… Read more

Game Changers: How Are Assistive Technologies Making Sport Accessible?

April 10, 2019

Listen as a panel of athletes, changemakers, and leaders share their personal experiences, and discuss ways that sport is being transformed – by technology and people – to broaden participation and to change our understandings of (dis)ability.

Launch a Career in Canada

April 9, 2019

Hear from a panel of alumni provide their insight and expertise as industry professionals, share valuable lessons of career successes and challenges, and share practical tips on making a successful transition from UBC to the Canadian workplace.

My Career Story: Working Globally

March 29, 2019

For some people, working globally has always been a goal while for others, it is something they are only starting to consider with the world of work becoming increasingly more connected across global boundaries. Working globally provides the opportunity to expand your knowledge about different cultures, develop transferrable skills such as communication and adaptability, or… Read more

Master Mind Master Class with Gabor Maté, CM, BA’68, MD’77 – The Hungry Ghost: A Biopsychosocial Perspective on Addiction, from Heroin to Workaholism

March 5, 2019

What is the basis of addiction? Hear from internationally renowned UBC alumnus, author, speaker, and leading expert on addictions and trauma, Dr. Gabor Maté, CM, BA’68, MD’77, as he presents “The Hungry Ghost: A Biopsychosocial Perspective on Addiction, from Heroin to Workaholism”.

My Financial Life #5 – Unsure-ance and Right-Fit Coverage – Craig Richardson, TD Insurance

February 26, 2019

Whether you’re a renter or a homeowner, you want to know that when disaster strikes, you’re covered. On the final episode of My Financial Life, host Kirk Lapointe speaks to Craig Richardson, vice-president of claims operations at TD Insurance about what to look for in home and tenant’s insurance.

My Financial Life #4 – Demystifying Personal Credit – Terry Tan, BMO

February 19, 2019

While most of us use it almost every day, credit remains a mystery for many people. On this episode of My Financial Life, host Kirk Lapointe speaks to Terry Tan, branch manager for BMO, about personal credit.

My Financial Life #3 – Travel Hacks: Don’t Leave Home Without Them – Amanda Butler, Worldwide Quest

It’s easy to overspend when you’re planning (or enjoying) a trip. But there are tricks and travel hacks that can help you save money. On this episode of My Financial Life, host Kirk Lapointe speaks to Amanda Butler, expedition leader for alumni UBC’s travel partner, Worldwide Quest.

My Financial Life #2 – Making Sense of Responsible Investment – Ian Robertson, Odlum Brown Limited

February 13, 2019

What is ethical investing or responsible investing? Are ethical investments good investments for your portfolio? On this episode of My Financial Life, host Kirk Lapointe speaks to UBC alumnus, Ian Robertson, vice-president, director, and portfolio manager at Odlum Brown Limited.

My Financial Life #1 – Start Smart: How to Invest When You Don’t Think You Have Enough Money – Tracy Theemes, Sophia Financial, Raymond James

What are the benefits of starting your financial planning early? On the first episode of My Financial Life, host Kirk Lapointe speaks to UBC alumna, Tracy Theemes, a financial advisor and certified financial planner at Sophia Financial, Raymond James.

Richard Wilkinson & Kate Pickett On Inequality – Internationally acclaimed health researchers share their latest insights

February 8, 2019

Barack Obama cited their insights on inequality from The Spirit Level. Now internationally acclaimed health researchers Richard Wilkinson and Kate Pickett have new lessons to share in their latest offering, The Inner Level: How More Equal Societies Reduce Stress, Restore Sanity and Improve Everyone’s Well-Being. In this talk, Wilkinson and Pickett explain how inequality affects us… Read more

My Career Story: Non-Linear Career Paths

February 5, 2019

For many people, there is the misconception that their academic discipline must match exactly with the career path they choose or you may have been faced with the question of what you are going to do with your degree by well-intentioned friends and family. While the thought of “choosing the right career” can be exciting,… Read more