Most Likely To Make Pipe Dreams a Reality: Judaline Cassidy, plumber & activist

Most Likely to Turn Obstacles into Achievements: Alix Gurrier, CEO of DonorsChoose

In this chat with Janelle, DonorsChoose CEO Alix Guerrier shares why he values careers that offer continuous learning over simply following passion, how intentional achievement can be a powerful tool for establishing credibility — especially as a person of color —and why students don’t have to wait for the perfect conditions to succeed. To keep up with Alix, follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guerrieralix/ [https://www.instagram.com/guerrieralix/] Most Likely To, a podcast by DonorsChoose is sponsored by KPMG. To learn more about the show, visit: https://www.donorschoose.org/podcast [https://www.donorschoose.org/podcast] Mentioned in this episode: KPMG, People Make the Difference At KPMG, people make the difference. Their dedication to purpose-driven initiatives and technology enablement helps them attract top talent, benefiting their clients and communities. Empowering careers. Enabling progress. Expanding opportunities. It’s how they make the difference every day. KPMG, People Make the Difference (2025) [https://most-likely-to.captivate.fm/kpmg-people-make-the-difference]

Most Likely to Run a Business with Purpose: Kruti Patel Goyal, CEO of Depop

Kruti Patel Groyal grew up in her parents' motel, giving her an early crash course in running a business and taking risks. In this episode, learn both about the benefits of working at a gigantic company and the power of working for a smaller, mission-driven business. Find out how traveling changed Kruti's career trajectory forever, the hardest (and best!) parts of being a CEO, and the #1 tip for staying focused. Plus: What's the weirdest item ever sold on Depop, and how does it connect to Taylor Swift? Most Likely To, a podcast by DonorsChoose is sponsored by KPMG. To learn more about the show, visit: https://www.donorschoose.org/podcast [https://www.donorschoose.org/podcast]

Most Likely to Animate Your Classroom: Mike Watanabe, storyteller & chief creative officer

Mike Watanabe's animated characters (Tim and Moby of BrainPop fame) are a beloved staple in schools across the country. In this chat with Janelle, Mike shares what it was like growing up in Hawaii, how Sesame Street unexpectedly shaped his career, and his expert advice for aspiring artists and storytellers. Want to make a living from your art? Engage an audience? Make every joke 10% funnier? Mike’s got you covered. Plus — did you know you can create animations right from your phone? Tune in and find out how. To learn more about Mike's work, visit Brainpop: https://www.brainpop.com/discover [https://www.brainpop.com/discover] Most Likely To, a podcast by DonorsChoose is sponsored by KPMG. To learn more about the show, visit: https://www.donorschoose.org/podcast [https://www.donorschoose.org/podcast]

Most Likely to Light Up Broadway: Rebecca Naomi Jones, actor & singer

Rebecca Naomi Jones is best known for her unmissable performances in iconic Broadway productions, including her recent turn in the critically-acclaimed, Tony-Award-winning Stereophonic. In this chat with Janelle, Rebecca recounts what it was like growing up biracial and shares the hard-earned wisdom of a successful career on stage and screen. She doesn't skimp on the colorful details: Why was Billie Joe Armstrong passing her notes during American Idiot? How did her most difficult audition win the groundbreaking role in Oklahoma!? What does acting teach us about rejection and vulnerability? All this and more are in this week's episode! Plus: Don't miss the moment Rebecca demos her favorite vocal warm up live. To keep up with Rebecca, follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onerebeccajones [https://www.instagram.com/onerebeccajones] Most Likely To, a podcast by DonorsChoose is sponsored by KPMG. To learn more about the show, visit: https://www.donorschoose.org/podcast

Most Likely To Make Pipe Dreams a Reality: Judaline Cassidy, plumber & activist

"I'm madly in love with plumbing," says Judaline Cassidy. By the end of this episode, you will be too. Join us as Judaline traces her unique path from childhood in Trinidad and Tobago through her lucrative career in New York City doing what she loves. A staunch advocate for women in skilled trades, Judaline has been recognized by everyone from L'Oreal to CNN to the 92nd Street Y. To keep up with Judaline, follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tools_n_tiaras [https://www.instagram.com/tools_n_tiaras] Most Likely To, a podcast by DonorsChoose is sponsored by KPMG. To learn more about the show, visit: https://www.donorschoose.org/podcast