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AZ Dream Studio Podcast: Global Talent's Stories

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by Amy Zhu

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The AZ Dream Studio Podcast shares authentic stories of international students and globally mobile professionals who've built successful careers across continents. Hosted by Amy Zhu - who arrived in Australia from China as a teenager and built a life and career spanning multiple continents - each episode explores the challenges, breakthroughs, and practical strategies for succeeding far from home. For international students, skilled migrants, and anyone supporting global talent. Connect: linkedin.com/in/amy-z-49a1069

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June 20, 2026

Episode 7: From Sweden to the UK and Nigeria - An International Portfolio Career in Finance, Sports, and School Building

In this engaging episode, Gustav Kulle (Gus), investment management strategy expert, co-founder of Infinity Branch, and co-host of UTD Podden, shares his multifaceted journey from Sweden to the UK, his career in Finance, his inspiring work in Nigeria as the start of a life-long commitment, and his passion for football and creative content generating. Discover how he navigates a diverse career, embraces cultural differences, and makes a meaningful impact across continents.Key topics:<ul><li>Gus’ journey from Sweden to the UK and then Nigeria </li><li>Building Infinity Branch - how a car ride to a football game led to a school in Nigeria</li><li>What the Amazon taught him about how similar we all are</li><li>Why he started UTD Podden instead of quitting finance for journalism</li><li>Balancing a career in investment management, education, and creative projects</li><li>Advice on building a life and career far from home</li></ul>Keywords: Portfolio Career, International Career, Finance Career, Podcast, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Impact, Infinity Branch, Manchester United, Education In Nigeria, Cross-cultural ExperiencesGus’ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/in/gustavkulleWebsites:<a href="http://www.LetsBuildSchools.org">www.LetsBuildSchools.org</a><a href="https://utdpodden.podbean.com">https://utdpodden.podbean.com</a>Instagram:@lets_build_schools@utd_podden

May 20, 2026

Episode 6: From Kazakhstan to the U.S.: Compliance, Entrepreneurship, and Elite Sports Performance

In this episode, Julia Flynn, a partner at a U.S. law firm and an award-winning endurance athlete, shares her unique journey from Kazakhstan to the U.S. The conversation explores her cultural and academic transition, her entrepreneurial experience with Yooli Foods and how that equipped her to help her law practice clients, and what she learnt from sports about teamwork. Highlights are:<ul><li>Adjusting to the U.S. law training as an international student</li><li>Using cultural differences as competitive advantage</li><li>Co-founding Yooli Foods while practicing law</li><li>Why compliance is preventative medicine for business</li><li>3 bar exams over 11 years</li><li>How endurance cycling translates to legal practice</li><li>Advice to her younger self and aspiring international lawyers</li></ul>Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuliyaflynn/Website: <a href="https://samekflynn.com/">https://samekflynn.com/</a>Topics: International Lawyers, International Law Students, Entrepreneurship, Cultural Transition, International Market Entry, Endurance Sports

April 21, 2026

Episode 5: Moving Back Wasn't Moving Home - from Dubai to Canada and back and from Finance to Luxury Space Design

In this episode, Indu Govindan, Director at ABRA and co-founder of JEA, shares her unique journey as an international student from Dubai to Canada and back. Indu discusses her career in management consulting, her decision to return to Dubai to join her family business, and the challenges of navigating cultural identity and reverse culture shock. She emphasises the importance of networking, adapting to new work environments, and building credibility as a young leader. Indu also reflects on her entrepreneurial venture with JEA and offers valuable advice for international students and globally mobile talent who are contemplating their future.Highlights are:<ul><li>What it really means to “move back home” </li><li>Why she felt more Canadian than anything else after 11 years away</li><li>The reverse culture shock </li><li>Rebuilding professional network from scratch </li><li>Navigating family business dynamics: father as founder, brother as boss, and husband in senior role</li><li>The difference between Canadian and Dubai work cultures </li><li>How “boredom” drives every major career move</li><li>Co-founding JEA: from pitch call to actual business</li><li>Her advice on “stay or go”: don't be too attached to the plan</li><li>What she’d tell her younger self: have more fun </li></ul>If you’re wrestling with the “stay or go” question, we hope this conversation will inspire your thinking.Guest LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/indu-govindan/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/indu-govindan/</a>Websites: https://jeadesign.com/, https://www.abravmsd.com/Topics: Reverse Cultural Shock, Career Transitions, Family Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Dubai vs Canada Culture, Luxury Retail, International Students, Global Talent

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What is AZ Dream Studio Podcast: Global Talent's Stories?: The AZ Dream Studio Podcast shares authentic stories of international students and globally mobile professionals who've built successful careers across continents.

Hosted by Amy Zhu - who arrived in Australia from China as a teenager and built a life and career spanning multiple continents - each episode explores the challenges, breakthroughs, and practical strategies for succeeding far from home.

For international students, skilled migrants, and anyone supporting global talent.

Connect: linkedin.com/in/amy-z-49a1069
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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