Best JT Godfrey Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 907 — Financing the MBA 1:09:50

8d ago1:09:50

1:09:50

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, hosts Aishwarya Dhume and Jasmin Lopez sit down with Ross Full-Time MBA students Vashisht Sai, Yashvi Patel, and Vraj Mehta to discuss how they financed their MBAs. The guests shed light on their individual journeys and share tips on de-mystifying student loans, campus jobs, internships, and sch…

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Episode 906 — History of MAP 43:49

1M ago43:49

43:49

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, hosts Aishwarya Dhume and Vashishta Sai sit down with Megan Anda, Managing Director of the Office of Action Based Learning, Professor M.S. Krishnan, and Will Pan, MBA ’25, to discuss the Multi-disciplinary Action Project, or MAP, at Ross. Topics covered include MAP’s history, how it has changed …

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Episode 905 — Partners at Ross 47:11

2M ago47:11

47:11

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, host Aishwarya Raja sits down with guests Andrew Johnson, JT Godfrey, Chiara Lucchesi, and Javier Balam to discuss the experience of being a partner at Ross. With full calendars and a welcoming environment, partners of Ross MBAs aren’t just plus ones; they become members of the community themselves with a myriad of…

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Episode 904 — Culture & Fun at Ross 52:12

5M ago52:12

52:12

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, hosts Aishwarya Dhume and Mark O’Connell sit down with Grant Potts, Macey Guthery, and Rachel Schulingkamp from The Bus – the unofficial business school tailgate committee dedicated to stirring up school spirit, Brian Vu from Risky Business – Michigan Ross’s MBA student led band, and Tyler Ringl…

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Episode 903 – Executive MBA Takeover 47:59

5M ago47:59

47:59

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, guest hosts Arthur Bochner and Radhika Muthukrishnan sit down with three fellow Executive MBA students to discuss their journeys to Michigan Ross and their experiences in the program so far. The group explores ways they have applied the program’s action-based learning approach directly to their …

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Episode 902 — Student Recruiting Advice: Consulting, Tech, Investment Banking, and Marketing 1:09:05

7M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, hosts Aishwarya Dhume and Vashishta Sai sit down with four Full-Time MBA students to discuss their recruitment journeys. The panel explores the differences in recruiting processes for the marketing, consulting, technology, and investment banking fields. They discuss preparing for case interviews…

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Episode 901 — Full-Time MBA Council 43:33

7M ago43:33

43:33

On the premiere episode of season nine of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, we sit down with the Full-Time MBA Council. The group shares their favorite memories from their first year at the Ross School of Business and what they’re most looking forward to experiencing as second-year MBAs. The panel also explores the role of the FTMBA Council and it…

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Episode 810 — Graduation, Farewells, and Welcome to the Class of 2025 53:05

11M ago53:05

53:05

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, this year's full-time MBA executive producers welcome the incoming group of student hosts. The MBA ’24 producers — John Brown, David Amorim, and Arpit Sharma — explore their advice for second-year MBAs, their favorite Ann Arbor memories, and the key lessons they learned from their time at Michig…

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Episode 809 — Voices of Ross Part 3 1:01:15

12M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, members of the Asian, Asian American, and First at Ross communities discuss their journeys to Ross, making community on campus, and how their identities shape their experiences as Full-Time MBAs. The group explores their initial struggles of joining a new learning community, what an ideal suppor…

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Episode 808 — Academic Core Professor Spotlight 1:13:10

1y ago1:13:10

1:13:10

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, four academic core professors discuss their courses, research, and academic passions. The group explores how the academic core supports Full-Time MBA students to receive a robust and rigorous business education in the program's first year. In the discussion, the professors share what motivates t…

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Episode 807 — Voices of Ross P2 56:13

1y ago56:13

56:13

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students who presented at VetX and Story Lab return to continue the discussion about their experiences at these storytelling events. The group explores their journeys to Michigan Ross and how the moments of adversity they shared in their stories shaped their experience as prospecti…

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Episode 806 — Voices of Ross P1 1:06:16

1y ago1:06:16

1:06:16

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students who presented at VetX, OutX, and Story Lab review their experiences at these storytelling events. The group shares their stories and how their time at Michigan Ross has been influenced by their identities and backgrounds. Most importantly, they discuss what it means to bui…

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Episode 805 — Sustainability and Business at Ross 59:22

1y ago59:22

59:22

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA and dual-degree students from the Erb Institute connect to discuss their experiences with sustainability at the Ross School of Business. The group discusses the dual degree MS/MBA program – a collaboration between Michigan Ross and the School for Environment and Sustainability – Cl…

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Introducing: Down to Business With Dean Sharon Matusik 3:36

1y ago3:36

3:36

In this new podcast, Sharon Matusik, the Edward J. Frey Dean of the Ross School of Business, invites alums in the C-Suite to discuss their path to business leadership. Listen to the first episode with Robert Isom, MBA ’91, CEO and President of American Airlines: https://myumi.ch/GkmEp. Host: Sharon Matusik Guest: Robert Isom Executive Producers: JT…

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Episode 804 — Learning to Lead and Leading Learning 1:01:31

1+ y ago1:01:31

1:01:31

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students sit down with Jeff Domagala, Managing Director of the Sanger Leadership Center at the Ross School of Business, to discuss leadership. Exploring their own experiences learning how to lead at Michigan Ross, the panel dives into leadership philosophies, the resources availabl…

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Episode 803 — Recruiting at Ross: Resources for Meaningful and Impactful Careers 54:55

1+ y ago54:55

54:55

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students sit down with Heather Byrne and Leslie Lynn from the Career Development Office at the Ross School of Business. Discussing their personal recruiting journeys and CDO resources, the panel dives into career path philosophies, the MBA recruiting process, and steps students can…

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Episode 802 — The People and Process of Full-Time MBA Admissions 56:37

1+ y ago56:37

56:37

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-time MBA students sit down with two members of the admissions team at Michigan Ross. Discussing their backgrounds and expertise, the panel dives into authentic applications, the class-building process, admissions events, and the people behind the admissions process. To learn more about the …

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#801 — Back to Business: Advice for a Fulfilling MBA at Michigan Ross 50:16

1+ y ago50:16

50:16

On this episode of the Business Beyond Usual podcast, Full-Time MBA students share advice for a successful first-year and second-year at Michigan Ross. Discussing their experiences and lessons learned, the panel dives into recruiting, networking, coursework, goal-setting, life in Ann Arbor, and more. To learn more about the hosts, participants, and…

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#709 - Meet the Dean: Sitting Down With Sharon Matusik 47:20

2y ago47:20

47:20

In this episode, hosts John and David chat with Sharon Matusik, Dean of the Ross School of Business. Our panel discusses what makes “the Michigan Ross difference,” and Sharon shares her background, her vision for Ross, challenges she’s facing, her hopes for students, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in t…

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#708 - Looking Back With BBU Alums 59:20

2y ago59:20

59:20

In this episode, hosts Thomas and David welcome BBU alums Christina, Eric, Marjace, Jeff, Jerry, and Ramu back to the podcast to reflect on the show’s past and present. They discuss favorite moments during their time working on the podcast, challenges they faced, the power of storytelling, and more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or jus…

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#707 - MBA Life in Ann Arbor 47:48

2y ago47:48

47:48

In this episode, hosts Alex and Claudia welcome guests Maria, Tony, and Daniela to discuss what life is really like in Ann Arbor as an MBA student or partner of a student. They discuss various living options (house, dorm, or apartment), resources to help in your housing search, favorite things about living in Ann Arbor, dealing with winter weather,…

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Ross Weekly 2/27/23: Soccer Club 29:56

2y ago29:56

29:56

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about the Soccer Club, its activities, their favorite teams, and more. C…

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Ross Weekly 2/20/23: Brazilian Business Student Association 18:51

2y ago18:51

18:51

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about the Brazilian Business Student Association, which sponsors a varie…

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Ross Weekly 2/13/23: Entertainment and Media Club 21:21

2y ago21:21

21:21

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about the Entertainment and Media Club, the student club that focuses on…

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#706 - Social Impact at Michigan Ross 41:06

2y ago41:06

41:06

In this episode, hosts Arpit, Vivek, and Thomas welcome guests Anna and Alexis to talk about making a social impact as an MBA student. They discuss just a few of the more than 100 ways to make a social impact at Ross, including involvement with clubs, centers and institutes, course, MAP, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or …

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Ross Weekly 2/6/23: Tech Club 20:17

2y ago20:17

20:17

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about Tech Club, the student club that sponsors career treks to New York…

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Ross Weekly 1/30/23: FitX 15:34

2y ago15:34

15:34

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about FitX, the student club focusing on the health and fitness business…

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Ross Weekly 1/23/23: Entrepreneurship at Michigan Ross 33:27

2+ y ago33:27

33:27

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with three fellow Michigan Ross MBAs about the Entrepreneurship and Venture Club and all things entrepreneu…

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Ross Weekly 1/16/22: Ski Trip 18:19

2+ y ago18:19

18:19

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two Michigan Ross MBAs about the annual Ross ski trip. Check out the BBU “Ross Weekly” today, and watc…

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#705 - Diverse Abilities in B-School 45:46

2+ y ago45:46

45:46

In this episode, hosts Eugenia, Cheryl, and Landry welcome guest Kris, founder of the Business Leaders for Diverse Abilities club at Michigan Ross, to talk about life as an MBA student with a disability. They discuss finding a supportive community, how to be a better ally, role models in the public sphere, and much more. Have thoughts about topics …

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Ross Weekly 11/28/22: Consulting Club 20:50

2+ y ago20:50

20:50

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two Michigan Ross MBAs about the Consulting Club, the largest MBA student organization at Michigan Ros…

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Ross Weekly 11/21/22: Partners Club At Ross 19:21

2+ y ago19:21

19:21

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, our hosts chat with two Michigan Ross MBAs who are co-presidents of the Partners Club At Ross about their organization and…

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#704 - True Stories of Dual-Degree Students 45:35

2+ y ago45:35

45:35

In this episode, hosts Thoma, Alex, and Vivek welcome guests Alhan, Chioma, Jack, Victoria, and David to talk about their experiences as dual-degree students at the University of Michigan — MBAs who are also working on an MD, JD, MIS, and more. They discuss their backgrounds and their journeys to Ross, highlights of their experience, challenges the…

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Ross Weekly 11/14/22: Veterans Week and the Armed Forces Association 24:59

2+ y ago24:59

24:59

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Aanchal and Thomas chat with three Michigan Ross MBAs who are military veterans and members of the Armed Forces Associatio…

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Ross Weekly 11/7/22: MBA Council 18:08

2+ y ago18:08

18:08

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Eugenia and Claudia chat with Stephen about the MBA Council, the Michigan Ross student government. Check out the BBU “Ross…

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Episode #703 - The International Student Experience at Michigan Ross 43:07

2+ y ago43:07

43:07

In this episode, hosts David, Rishika, and Rob welcome guests Daniela, Joss, and Orel to talk about their experiences as international MBA students at Michigan Ross. They discuss their backgrounds and their journeys to Ross, highlights of their experience, challenges they’ve faced, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just w…

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Ross Weekly 10/31/22: Michigan Business Women 16:59

2+ y ago16:59

16:59

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, TJohn chat with Summer and Melina about Michigan Business Women, the largest club at Ross, and its signature event, the Wo…

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Ross Weekly 10/24/22: Tech Club 12:56

2+ y ago12:56

12:56

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Thomas and Esther chat with Iryna and Shreevar about the Ross Tech Club and its recent Tech Trek to explore opportunities …

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#702 - Secrets of MBA Time Management 49:40

2+ y ago49:40

49:40

In this episode, our panelists — Preston, Eileen, David, and Joi — discuss all the challenges and strategies they experience to successfully manage their time as MBA students. They cover how to prioritize time; integrating school, recruiting, a social life, and even outside employment; strategies to manage your Google calendar; and much more. Have …

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Ross Weekly 10/10/22: Risky Business 33:04

2+ y ago33:04

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Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, David and Gopal chat with Emily and Maddie about Risky Business, the legendary MBA band at Michigan Ross. They talk about …

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Ross Weekly 10/3/22: Sports Business Association 17:00

2+ y ago17:00

17:00

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Thomas and Landry chat with Chisom and Jake, co-presidents of the Sports Business Association, about the organization and …

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#701 - Voices of Michigan Ross 2022 21:46

2+ y ago21:46

21:46

In this special “person on the street” episode, returning MBAs offer some advice to incoming students; new MBAs talk about their hopes, dreams, and advice for the new MBA year. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just want to get in touch? Send us an email at [email protected]. --- Business Beyond Usual is brought to you by the Ross Sc…

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Ross Weekly 9/26/22: Give-A-Day 18:52

2+ y ago18:52

18:52

Episode Summary Hosts Preston and David talk with guests Mikayla and Summer about Give-A-Day, an effort to encourage MBA students to explore social-impact internships. Episode Notes Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for t…

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Ross Weekly 9/19/22: MTrek 52:18

2+ y ago52:18

52:18

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Eduardo, Alex, and Shobhit chat with MTrek board members Victoria and Ryan about the unique travel and team-building exper…

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#612 - Looking Back, Looking Ahead to Post-MBA Life 49:45

3y ago49:45

49:45

In this episode, graduating Michigan Ross MBA students who are also members of the Business Beyond Usual team talk about what they’ll miss about Ann Arbor, how their plans did or did not change over the course of their MBA experience, highlights of the Michigan Ross MBA program, advice for incoming students, and much more. Have thoughts about topic…

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#611 - The Unforgettable Experience of MAP 36:20

3y ago36:20

36:20

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students talk about their experience with MAP, in which teams of first-year students work on a real-world problem for a sponsoring company. They talk about choosing a project, the value of working on site, the most valuable aspects of the program, and much more. Have thoughts about topics we should cover or just w…

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#610 - Preparing for Your MBA Experience 34:13

3y ago34:13

34:13

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students talk about pre-MBA preparation – what you need to do to get ready before starting classes. They cover pre-Ross academic resources, tips to find housing, pre-MBA internships, connecting with your future classmates, starting to plan for a career pivot, creating a “brag folder,” and much more.. Have thoughts…

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#609 - Family Life as an MBA Student 46:31

3y ago46:31

46:31

In this episode, Michigan Ross MBA students who have a partner – and in some cases, kids – compare notes on their experiences. They talk about choosing an MBA program with a partner, life in the Ann Arbor community, opportunities for partners at Ross and in the community, favorite date spots in Ann Arbor, available resources, and much more. Have th…

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Ross Weekly 4/4/22: The Squirrel Man 29:07

3y ago29:07

29:07

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Thomas and Eduardo chat with Corey Seeman, director of Kresge Library Services and a photographer who has captured more th…

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Ross Weekly 3/28/22: A-Pop and the Asian American Business Association 19:25

3y ago19:25

19:25

Welcome back to our expansion of the Business Beyond Usual concept. Each week, our regular BBU team runs down the top happenings at Michigan Ross and in Ann Arbor for the coming week, and they welcome special guests. This week, Andrew Suzuki discusses the Asian American Business Association and its activities, including the upcoming A-Pop event. Ch…

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