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And guest: A Chef's Story that you do not want to mess mates.  (Part 1 of 2)

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And guest: A Chef's Story that you do not want to mess mates. (Part 1 of 2)

In our 34th Podcast- Part 1 of 2, David Kee, the Founder of Funkee Careers, talks to Jodie Odrowaz , who tells us of her journey from growing up on the family produce farm to mucking in with farm chores to helping with the cooking of family meals. From there the seed was sown as Jodie with curiosity in hand strived to absorb all things hospitality with an initial focus on front of house. Reflecting on her experiences she asked a simple question to a Head Chef. Would you take me on as an Apprentice Chef? Now Jodie is one of 4 partners that owns and runs Messmates Dining. In Part 1, Jodie tells us of her story from developing her craft, firstly in Australia and then Overseas. Part 1 Listening time: 48min 46 secs

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And guest: A Chef with all the ingredients

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And guest: A Chef with all the ingredients

In our 28th podcast, David Kee, the Founder of Funkee Careers, talks to Fraser about his experiences from qualifying as a apprentice chef to relocating to the UK and fulfilling his dream of working in a one starred restaurant as awarded under the Michelin Guide for restaurant excellence. .Then COVID hit the world and and like many “Plan B, C, ……….” Listening time: 1hr 18min 52sec

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And guest: A Barber that is a cut above the rest

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And guest: A Barber that is a cut above the rest

In our 26th podcast, David Kee, the Founder of Funkee Careers, talks to Tommy who shares his journey on transitioning from Carpenter to starting his own business as a Barber. Please note, there is occasional swearing in this podcast. Listening time: 1hr 8 min 56sec

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And guest: Bringing Math, Problem Solving and Genetics together

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And guest: Bringing Math, Problem Solving and Genetics together

In our 24th podcast, David Kee, the Founder of Funkee Careers, talks to Natalie Thorne who mixes Math, Problem Solving and Genetics to launch herself into DNA space to explore and discover the DNA universe and the extent to which DNA research and findings can be applied to human wellbeing. Listening time: 49min 11sec

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And guest: Putting Science into Business

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And guest: Putting Science into Business

In our 21st podcast, David Kee, the Founder of Funkee Careers, talks are things career journey with Kate Taylor, who with a Science qualification applied science methodology to become a corporate business problem solver. The commentary is presented in a lively and slightly humorous manner. We hope the listening brings joy to your day, just as our purpose is to help you find careers that will bring you joy. Listening time: 61min 9sec

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A guest that has 'IT' all going on!

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A guest that has 'IT' all going on!

In our 20th podcast, David Kee, the Founder of Funkee Careers, talks are things career journey with his first podcast guest that has ÍT all going on! The commentary is presented in a lively and slightly humorous manner. We hope the listening brings joy to your day, just as our purpose is to help you find careers that will bring you joy. Listening time: 36min 45sec

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