Future You: achieve your career goals
Real jobs. Real people. Real advice Welcome to Future You, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of a wide variety of careers. In each episode, we interview professionals from different industries, diving into their personal journeys, the challenges they’ve faced, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. You’ll hear firsthand what a day in their job really looks like, get valuable tips and advice for breaking into their field, and discover what it truly takes to succeed in different roles. So whether you’re actively looking for a career change, or just curious about what else is out there, subscribe now.
Episodes
This week, Emily Sherwin, social media lead at Jisc, chats about how she went from art school and Waitrose cheese counters to leading social strategy. We discuss agency vs in-house life, going viral in the early days, and why you don’t need to be an influencer to work in social.
⬇️ Connect with Emily
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamsherwin/
Learn more about being a social media manager: https://www.pros...
In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed film critic Anna Smith as she shares her path into journalism and film criticism. From Minx to Cannes, Anna tells us about navigating a male-dominated industry, gives us a glimpse into her day-to-day activities and explains how her acclaimed podcast Girls on Film came to be.
⬇️ Connect with Anna:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annasmithjourno/
Instagram: https://www.instagram...
This week, Tom Feary and Lea Grange, co-founders of Studio 163 Architects, join us to explore the realities of a career in architecture. From their unique educational journeys across Europe to launching their own practice in the wake of the pandemic, Tom and Lea share honest insights into the profession, delving into the challenges faced and the common misconceptions.
⬇️ Connect with Tom and Lea:
Linkedin:
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In this week's episode, personal trainer Annie discusses the job's highs and lows, how you don't have to be a morning person to train others, and why boundaries are important.
⬇️ Connect with Annie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-nunn-140984272/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annabelle_nunnpt/
Learn more about being a personal trainer: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/j...
In this episode, we speak to Katie Lawley, national prison drug and alcohol lead, to explore what working in HM Prison and Probation Service is like. After completing the Future Prison Leaders Programme Katie climbed the ranks, discover how as she talks us through her career journey.
⬇️ Connect with Katie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-lawley-2888ba1bb/
Learn more about the scheme: Http...
In this episode, we chat with Sharon Sibanda, head of computing at the University of Essex Online, about the MSc Artificial Intelligence. Sharon shares how the course equips students from all backgrounds with the skills to thrive in the fast-moving world of AI.
⬇️ Connect with Sharon:
Email: Sharon.Sibanda@kaplan.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-sibanda-0a65b2251/
Photographer Beth Moseley shares her journey from training to be a chef to running her own successful photography business. She gives advice on pricing, mistakes, flexibility, and evolving creatively after 14 years in the industry.
⬇️ Connect with Beth:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-moseley-0496bb47/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethmoseleyphotography/
This week, I chat to Faith, a freelance personal finance journalist. She talks about her career journey from studying law to accidentally ending up at the Daily Telegraph and going freelance. She now writes for magazines, creates social media content, and occasionally appears on TV and radio.
⬇️ Connect with Faith:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faitharcher/
Instagram: https://www....
In this episode, we explore the role of a health and life coach with certified coach Tom. He shares insights on how life coaching differs from therapy, his journey from personal training to coaching, and the small, actionable changes that lead to big transformations.
⬇️ Connect with Tom:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-west-601450174/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westfi...
From A-level setbacks to facing Lord Sugar in the boardroom, Chisola Chitambala, a 2025 candidate on BBC's The Apprentice, shares her journey of resilience and entrepreneurial spirit. She explains her best entrepreneurial tips, demystifies the path to business success, and spills some behind-the-scenes secrets.
⬇️ Connect with Chisola:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chisola/
This week, Rob Stephens from the University of Liverpool dives deep into their MSc Finance and Investment Management programme. Discover how its Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) affiliation, interactive live sessions, and practical, real-world projects can kickstart your finance career. Get the details on what makes this course stand out.
⬇️ Connect with Rob...
Join us as SEO consultant Matt Meazey breaks down the fundamentals of search engine optimisation (SEO). He recounts his journey from web design to SEO, delves into the role of AI in today's strategies, stresses the need for ongoing development, and offers practical tips for those new to the field.
⬇️ Connect with Matt:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattmeazey/
Website: https://www.mattmeazey.co.uk/
In this episode I chat to Jake Newell a self-employed barrister and member of East Anglian Chambers. Jake discusses the challenges of law school, the role of clerks, and the importance of networking in building a successful legal career. He also debunks popular legal myths, offers career advice for aspiring barristers, and highlights the key skills needed to succeed in law. Whether you’re considering a career in law or curious abou...
This week we chat to Dr Kelechi Anucha from The University of Manchester about their MA Arts, Culture, and the Environment. We look at how the course equips students with green skills while providing opportunities to work within your local community.
Course: MA Arts, culture and the environment | Full time | On campus
⬇️ Connect with Kelechi Anucha on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelechi-anucha-...
This week I chat to head of brand and partnerships, Amanda. She tells us the top four skills you need to succeed in the industry, and what a typical day looks like in the field
⬇️ Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandabunnpr/
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This week I chat with John, a DevOps engineer. We discuss what DevOps is, why you don't necessarily need a degree to enter the field, and how important AI is becoming within the industry.
⬇️ Connect with John on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-knight/
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In this episode we chat to both a wholetime and on-call firefighter. From the physical demands to the emotional challenges, we cover the realities of life as an emergency worker.
Discover more about being a firefighter: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/firefighter
Explore law enforcement and security jobs: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/law-enforcement-and-security/law-enforcement-and-se...
This week I chat with Kat Morris, a secondary school drama teacher. We talk about her journey into teaching, why she chose not to study for a PGCE and how she landed her job. Kat shares what makes her role so rewarding and takes us through a typical day in the classroom.
Learn more about being a secondary school teacher: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/secondary-school-teacher
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This week we chat with vet, Alex Crow, about what inspired his career working with animals, how he handles the emotional challenges of the job, and his most unforgettable day in practice.
⬇️ Connect with Alex:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-crow1/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex_thevet/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The...
This week, I sat down with Soma Ghosh from The Career Happiness podcast to discuss the importance of mentorship. Discover where to find a mentor, what you might need them for, how they can help and much more.
Learn more about finding the right mentor: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/the-topic/finding-the-right-mentor
⬇️ Connect with Soma:
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