A podcast, hosted by Ara Tucker that explores the intersections of art, culture, commerce, careers, creativity, family, identity and all that fills the spaces in between.
I'm Here Too
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36 episodes
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Podcast Overview
A podcast, hosted by Ara Tucker that explores the intersections of art, culture, commerce, careers, creativity, family, identity and all that fills the spaces in between.
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Publishing Since
8/20/2025
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Recent Episodes
June 10, 2026
What Would You Do If You Weren't Afraid? Season Three Wrap
<p>We thought adulthood was the destination. It turns out it's only a stop along the way.</p><p>After seven conversations about friendship, ambition, identity, and reinvention in midlife, I reflect on what I learned from the season and what those conversations revealed about my own next chapter.</p><p>I'll bring the honesty. You bring the mixtape.</p>
May 27, 2026
What We’ve Learned in the 25 Years Since College Graduation: a season 3 bonus feature
<p>What does it actually look like to navigate life over the course of two decades after college?</p><p>In this Season Three bonus feature of “I’m Here Too,” I asked my guests one question: What would you tell your younger self if you were the commencement speaker?</p><p>What they shared wasn’t generic inspiration. It’s real talk about shifting paths, handling social pressure, and why taking action (“do the doing”) is more valuable than collecting credentials.</p><p>If you’re navigating a career transition or looking for a fresh perspective on your professional journey, I hope these reflections help you move forward with confidence.</p>
May 20, 2026
Honor Your DNA, a conversation with Leelila Strogov
<p>In this episode, I talk with Leelila Strogov about ambition, stewardship, identity, and what responsibility looks like in midlife.</p><p>Leelila is the Founder and CEO of AtomicMind, a global education consulting firm helping high-achieving students navigate some of the world’s most competitive institutions. But this conversation isn’t really about admissions. It’s about formation: how people learn who they are, what becomes possible for them, and whether ambition expands or constricts under pressure.</p><p>We talk about honoring identity early, the difference between joyful ambition and imposed ambition, and why excellence should feel alive rather than extractive. We also explore technology as a tool for becoming more human, the discipline of protecting attention and trust, and what it means to use influence in ways that create possibility for others.</p><p>Throughout the conversation is a deeper question:<br>What responsibility do we have for the systems, stories, and environments shaping the next generation?</p><p>Topics include leadership, parenting, institutional culture, technology, identity, ambition, stewardship, and generational responsibility.</p><p><strong>About Leelila Strogov</strong></p><p>Leelila Strogov is the Founder and CEO of AtomicMind, a global education consulting firm helping high-achieving students gain admission to the world’s most selective schools. AtomicMind is known for its exceptional success rates at Ivy League and IvyPlus institutions, driven by deep admissions intelligence and insight. Before launching AtomicMind, Leelila was an Emmy Award–winning investigative reporter and producer at Fox News in Los Angeles. She holds a B.S. from MIT and is recognized as a notable alumna. Blending analytical rigor with powerful storytelling, Leelila helps students stand out beyond grades and test scores—ultimately guiding students to craft applications that are strategic, authentic, and compelling.</p>
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