How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…
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Dr. Norman Finkelstein live at Gala for Gaza - 01/18/2025
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1:47:52In this episode, we are filming live at the Gala for Gaza where keynote speaker, Dr. Norman Finkelstein, lectures on Palestine, Israel and genocide. Speaker: Dr. Norman Finkelstein Event: Gala for Gaza Date: 01/18/2025 Location: Bensalem, PA. Full Event Video: https://youtu.be/sUdw2e6EVbA Listen to more episodes & subscribe at: https://directaction…
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Activist: Lina - Stop Cop City Hershey, Abolish the Police & Prison Abolition
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1:29:22In this episode we are interviewing Lina through her work with Stop Cop City Hershey and drive for abolishing the police and prison abolition. Activist: Lina Organization: Stop Cop City Hershey Topics: Abolish the Police, Prison Abolition, Stop Cop City Hershey & more https://stopcopcityhershey.wordpress.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stopcopcityhe…
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Activist: Winter - Nodutdol, USA out of Korea, Anti-Imperialism
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52:59In this episode of Direct Action Podcast we interview activist "Winter". We get to know them through their work as an anti-imperialist with Nodutdol for Korean community Development. Activist: Winter Organization: Nodutdol for Korean Community Development Contact: https://www.instagram.com/nodutdol/ Mentioned Links: https://usoutofkorea.org/ https:…
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Activist Amber Viola : Veteran Health, Women's Rights and Black Maternal Death Rates
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1:01:15In this episode we speak with Amber Viola. We will get to know her through her work of helping veterans, fighting for women's rights and educating on black maternal death rates. Activist: Amber Viola Organizations: formerly American Legion Contact: https://www.instagram.com/amber__viola/ Subscribe at: www.DirectActionUnited.org…
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Activist: Grraine - Extinction Rebellion & Soulevements de la Terre
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1:43:16In this episode we speak with French activist codename "Gren". We will get to know herthrough her work as an environmental activist with Extinction Rebellion (XR) and Souleveents de la Terre (Earth Rising). Activist: Grraine Organizations: Extinction Rebellion & Soulevements de la Terre (Earth Rising) Contact Email: Grraine@protonmail.com Subscribe…
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Activist: Rabbi Yisroel Dovid Weiss - Antizionism & Jewish History
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2:06:07In this episode of Direct Action Podcast, we hang out with activist, Rabbi Yisroel Dovid Weiss. We get to know Rabbi Weiss through his decades of antizionist activism as well as his knowledge of Jewish history. Guest : Rabbi Yisroel Dovid Weiss With Organizations : Neturei Karta International Mentioned Links: (coming soon) Find more podcast episode…
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Activist: Laura Pinero - Police Reform & Right to Know Requests
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1:08:40In this episode of Direct Action Podcast, we hang out with activist, Laura Pinero. Laura is involved with organizations such as the Democratic Socialists of America and reforming her local police. Guest : Laura Pinero With Organizations : DSA & BLM Mentioned Links: contact email: Lilbutch410@gmail.com Democratic Socialists of America: https://act.d…
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Activist: Will Silversmith - DSA & SCORE
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2:15:43Direct Action Podcast In this episode of Direct Action Podcast, we hang out with activist, Will Silversmith. Will is involved with organizations such as the Democratic Socialists of America and Socialist Covid19 Organizing, Resistance, and Education. Guest : Will Silversmith With Organizations : DSA & SCORE Mentioned Links: Will's Medium Page: http…
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Lockheed out of State Capital Harrisburg PA - 05/07/2024
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18:47Event: Lockheed Martin out of Harrisburg Location: Governor's Mansion, Harrisburg, PA. USA Date: 05/07/2024 Video Version: https://youtu.be/esCm06lOY88 Organizers include: Harrisburg Palestine Coalition On May 7th, the Harrisburg Chamber of Business and Industry is hosting a day long event that includes sponsored programming by weapons manufacturer…
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Rally for a Free Palestine in York PA USA - 05/19/2024
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11:18Event: Rally for a Free Palestine Location: York, PA. USA Date: 05/19/2024 Video Version: https://youtu.be/z17-PjvaBvA Organizers include: Harrisburg Palestine Coalition SJP Millersville Central Pennsylvania Ceasefire Lancaster DSA Red Phenixتوسط Direct Action United
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The People's Redline Washington DC Protest - 06/08/2024
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1:34:29Event: Surround the White House, The People's Redline Location: White House, Washington DC USA Date: 06/08/2024 Video Version: https://youtu.be/2FStvvOxlmgتوسط Direct Action United
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Rally for Palestine & Sudan - Harrisburg PA USA 06/23/2024
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1:00:26Event: Rally for Palestine and Sudan Location: Capital Steps, Harrisburg PA USA Date: 06/23/2024 Speakers include: Hagir Elsheikh Winnie Okello A. Rob Organizers include: Harrisburg Palestine Coalition My Lehigh Valley Llah Charity H.A.R.P. Layers of Black History Winnie O Media Video Version: https://youtu.be/AfwWd9lV4WQ…
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