Send us Fan Mail Miguel welcomes Gary Denning to the First Gen 101 Podcast to share practical strategies for making the most of professional conferences. Gary explains how conferences can accelerate learning, expand your network, and create unexpected career opportunities. Gary shares advice on preparing before a conference, researching attendees, setting networking goals, starting conversations, and staying connected after the event. He also discusses the differences between virtual an...
21 Aug 2026
Building a Career with Purpose: Dr. Ciera Graham on First-Gen Success, Networking, and Owning Your Story
Send us Fan Mail On the First Gen 101 Podcast, Miguel interviews Dr. Ciera Graham, a first-gen graduate, higher education leader, and business owner, on navigating college and professional life. She discusses overcoming challenges in college, building a meaningful career in higher education, launching a business, and the power of storytelling, networking, mentorship, and confidence to help first-gen students thrive after graduation. Check out DR. C GRAHAM CONSULTING 00:00 Welcome and Gu...
7 Aug 2026
Jeffrey Deskovic on Law School, Justice Reform & Advocacy
Send us Fan Mail Miguel sits down with first-generation lawyer Jeffrey Deskovic to discuss his wrongful conviction at age 16, his exoneration through DNA evidence, and how his experience inspired him to found the Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice. Jeffrey shares how his nonprofit has helped free 15 wrongfully convicted individuals and supported nine criminal justice reforms. He also reflects on his decision to attend the Elisabeth Haub School of Law, offers practical advice for succeedi...
Who has been a guest on First Gen 101
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Cesar Margarito
Jacquie Carroll
Sarah Smyth
Nick Moustakas
Dashelle Disna
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
2,492
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
5 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 49 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
41
Social presence
90
YouTube
65
Engagement
32
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