Big Red Podcast 🐻🎙️

Vincent Hartman '08, MS '22, is founder of a startup, that makes AI summaries of doctor notes, for better healthcare outcomes!! We chatted about:- why a patient's health records are important to providing better care for that patient- how AI and software is transforming electronic health records, and his startup's space in it- the business case for hospitals and doctor offices, to adopting more health technology

Jill Oberlander ’88, MPA ’23, is on the Greenwich town council, and running for CT State Senate!! we chatted about:- how to run for elected office, from the local level to the state level- talking to constituents and working with government agencies, to create effective policy- the importance of public service, starting the Greenwich Sustainability Committeelisten to the podcast on any of the major podcast platforms, like Apple Podcast, Spotify, YouTube, and more!

Kim Wagner ’85 is a corporate board member and owner of a distillery. We chatted about:- how boards and management work together for the best long-term success of the company- how boards find a good CEO, and how to use compensation to align incentives- the science and art of distilling whiskey, all the way from grains to the final product

Ship, Shipmate, Self: Nael Karpinski ’27 is a leader in Cornell's Naval ROTC. We chatted about: - what life is like in Naval ROTC, from morning PT to drill labs to billet responsibilities- her experience aboard a submarine, and the importance of a good command culture- being a pioneer, helping the next generation, and her leadership philosophy

The Art and Science of Oncology: Yunan Nie '15 is a cancer researcher and physician at Mass General Hospital in Boston. We chatted about:- small cell lung cancer, and how to create a personalized treatment plan- the rapid progress of research and therapeutic breakthroughs- translational research, bridging the clinic and lab for real patient impact

Love, Law, and Prenups: Nicky Rooz '07 is a top divorce lawyer in New York City. We chatted about:- her family law practice, covering prenuptials, postnuptials, divorce, and custody- what makes a well-drafted prenup, and how it removes legal uncertainty and prevents bad actors- finding the right lawyer-client fit, and why she chose to focus on family law

Hollywood and Public Policy: Heather-Ashley Boyer ’16 is an actress and a leading voice in AI and entertainment legislation. We chatted about:- how to become an actress, and get roles in tv shows and movies- AI's impact on the entertainment industry, and her testimonies on the federal and state levels- the vital role of labor unions, and her election to the LA local board

Defending People on Death Row: John Mills, JD ’08, is founder of Phillips Black, a nonprofit law firm representing people facing capital punishment. We chatted about:- the inherent dignity of every person, and where the justice system falls short- why he chose Cornell Law, and how its death penalty clinic shaped his career- what meaningful reform looks like, and how nonprofit law firms fill in the gapDonation Link: https://www.phillipsblack.org/contribute

Growing Lettuce in Greenhouses: Paul Sellew ’80 is Founder of Little Leaf Farms, we chatted about:- how controlled environment agriculture produces better, more consistent lettuce- scaling the business through new greenhouse sites and brand building- lessons from serial entrepreneurship and launching multiple companies

The Business of Broadway: Marc Hershberg ’14 is a Broadway producer, Forbes columnist, and entertainment industry expert. We chatted about:- how he built expertise in the Broadway industry and landed a column at Forbes- why Broadway is such an interesting business, the Wild West of entertainment- what makes a good producers, and how successful shows come together