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 I chat to Dr Floriana Grasso from the University of Liverpool Online about the range of computer science programmes available. From AI and big data to cyber security, we discuss entry routes into these growing professions, the qualifications required, and the career prospects.
⬇️ Connect with Floriana
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/florianagrasso/
This week I'm joined by Dr Daniel Coren, senior lecturer for the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath to discuss their Automotive Masters courses. We chat about the history of cars, the future of the industry, and how studying at Bath prepares you for the real world.
⬇️ Connect with Daniel
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-coren-a05a8047/
In today’s episode, we sit down with Lieutenant Sophie Farrelly RLC, who shares her journey from university student to commissioned Army Officer - all funded by the British Army’s bursary scheme.
Sophie shares how she discovered the scholarship route in sixth form, upgraded to a STEM bursary during her degree, and graduated with a clear career path into Sandhurst and beyond.
If you're considering university but want financial suppo...
This week, we’re joined by deputy academic director Claire Ketnor from the University of Essex Online to explore their short professional courses - flexible, part time learning designed to fit around your life. Whether you want to upskill, try out a new subject or just learn something new, these courses make it possible.
⬇️ Connect with Claire
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-k...
This week we’re joined by Dr Jonathan Foyle from the University of Bath to discuss their Conservation of Historic Buildings MSc. We cover the difference between conservation and restoration, climate change and working towards a sustainable future, and the countless career paths available.
⬇️ Connect with Jonathan
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jonathan-foyle-b7a9b47/
This week we speak to David McCulloch about the realities of being an actor. From writing your own material to sending off audition tapes, David gives his advice on how to deal with rejection, whether you need an agent, and much more.
⬇️ Connect with David
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_mccullochdavid/
Explore becoming an actor: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/actor
This week, Mike Sewell joins us to discuss his 30-year career as a sports broadcaster. From manager interviews at Fakenham Racecourse to covering football matches for BBC Radio 5 Live, he offers his advice for those looking to get into the industry.
⬇️ Connect with Mike
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesewellvoice/
Learn more about becoming a broadcaster: https://www.prospects.a...
This week I chat to Helen Garcia, who works as a scrum master. We discuss what the role is, how to get certified and what a typical day looks like.
⬇️ Connect with Helen
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helengarcia-agile/
Learn more about being a project manager: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/project-manager
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This week we’re joined by Darcy, an editor at Prospects. She shares her educational and professional journey so far and discusses how her autism and ADHD shape her experience in the workplace. She also offers practical advice for those pursuing a career in editorial work.
⬇️ Connect with Darcy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darcynathan/
Learn more about being a publishing copy-editor/proofreader: htt...
In this episode, we chat with Dr Sue Bolt from the University of Liverpool about the online MA in Academic Practice. Sue explains what the course offers, who it’s for, and how it’s helping teachers build their careers.
⬇️ Connect with Dr Sue Bolt:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-bolt-74662b30/
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:
Tom: htt...
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/
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