by Newcastle University Careers Service
This podcast exists to find potential, inspire ambition and support young people to success. Through honest conversations with CEOs, founders and members of the Newcastle University start-up community, each episode shares real journeys and advice for life beyond education. Hosted by a student from Newcastle University, the podcast creates space for open, relatable conversations that connect young people directly with those shaping their industries.
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April 13, 2026
<p>In this episode, Eric Tchalikian sits down with Johnny Coates, founder of Listy, a software platform designed to simplify the home-selling process by removing the need for estate agents. </p><p>Johnny shares how he launched the business during his summer break, teaching himself to code through YouTube and turning an idea he had on holiday into a real product. Despite losing momentum as he prepared for university, a lecture introducing a start-up grant reignited his focus and pushed him to take the next step. </p><p>He opens up about the realities of building a business from scratch while studying, from learning technical and financial skills on the go to managing his time effectively. Johnny also reflects on the influence of his entrepreneurial family, the value of collaboration, and the importance of starting early. </p><p>This episode offers practical insight into student entrepreneurship, highlighting the discipline, adaptability, and initiative required to turn an idea into something tangible. </p><p><br></p>
April 6, 2026
<p>In this episode, host Eric Tchalikian sits down with Catherine Devaney, founder of Curious Health, to discuss her journey from a successful career in employment to launching her own health communications agency. </p><p>With a background in psychology, sociology, and PR, Catherine found her path through working in health charities and developed a passion for improving how people understand health conditions and tackling misinformation. </p><p>She breaks down the realities of starting her own agency, from setting up infrastructure to building client relationships, and reflects on the challenges of stepping into entrepreneurship. </p><p>Catherine also shares practical advice for aspiring founders, highlighting the importance of critical thinking, finding the right mentors, and developing an entrepreneurial mindset while balancing confidence. </p><p></p>
March 30, 2026
<p>In this episode, Eric Tchalikian sits with Daniel Delsol-Lowry, a professional basketball player and founder of Dlowcamp, to explore his journey from South Jamaica, Queens to building a business in the UK. </p><p>After a career-threatening knee injury in college, Daniel turned adversity into opportunity by creating a basketball development platform rooted in discipline, community, and high-level training. Alongside his return to professional sport, he shares how studying entrepreneurship at Newcastle University and learning financial trading helped him fund and grow his vision. </p><p>This episode offers honest insights into resilience, risk-taking, and what it takes to build something from the ground up. </p><p></p>
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This podcast exists to find potential, inspire ambition and support young people to success.
Through honest conversations with CEOs, founders and members of the Newcastle University start-up community, each episode shares real journeys and advice for life beyond education.
Hosted by a student from Newcastle University, the podcast creates space for open, relatable conversations that connect young people directly with those shaping their industries.
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