Careers Over Beers Podcast

Aug 26 2024 73 ep. 68 mins 16
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Careers Over Beers is an interview podcast where Jesse Kraus enjoys a drink with someone from a completely different occupation and dives into their daily lives on the job and their journey there. All of the horror stories, success stories, and insider secrets come out during the hilarious and insightful episodes.

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Zookeepers talk Rhino Farts, Helping Animals, & Daily Life!

Aug 26 2024 108 mins  
Ben Valencia and Kiana Lucero both work for Tanganika Wildlife Park in Goddard, KS. During this episode, Ben gets into his start in the animal world and what it's like being the Carnivore Specialist for the big cats. Kiana also discusses her origins in Marine Biology, and what her daily life entails as the Animal Experience Specialist. Both keepers also get into their favorite anim

Greatness Vodka Distiller talks Starting Biz, Struggle & Flavors!

Jul 22 2024 97 mins  
Troy Brooks is the Founder & CEO of Greatness Vodka. During this episode, Troy gives insight into his early years of being homeless, quitting basketball, and grinding to earn money for creating his own vodka brand. Also, Troy gives advice on striving for Greatness, the pros & cons of starting a business, and how you can achieve anything that you set your mind to.

Kansas Turnpike CEO talks Cashless Tolls, Speed Limit, & Price!

Apr 15 2024 78 mins  
Steve Hewitt is the CEO of the Kansas Turnpike Authority. During this episode, Steve discusses his pathway to CEO and how he maintains 236 miles of user-fee supported roadway from the Oklahoma border to Kansas City. Also, Steve goes into detail about the KTA going 100% Cashless Tolls in the summer of 2024 and what that means for customers using the highway.

New Country Artist talks Starting Out, Nashville, & Debut Music!

Mar 18 2024 86 mins  
Cody Howell is a rising Country Musician that served 7 years in the Navy before moving to Nashville, TN to pursue his love for music. During this episode, Cody talks about being a Kansas native, how he started recording music, working with Dolly Parton, and much more!

Grocery & Liquor Store Owner talks Prices, COVID, & Customers!

Feb 26 2024 74 mins  
Jeff Kraus is the third-generation owner of Kraus Foods, a beloved grocery store in the Colwich, KS community. Four years ago, Jeff expanded the business by opening Kraus Liquor, a venture that has seen remarkable success. During this episode, Jeff gives insight into running a small business, what it’s like competing with big corporations, how the COVID pandemic had major impacts

Chase Kear "Miracle Man" talks Accident & Miraculous Recovery!

Feb 05 2024 80 mins  
Chase Kear is a pole vaulter, public speaker, artist, & survivor of a horrible pole vaulting accident that he should not have survived. During this episode, Chase talks about the day of the accident, how doctors did not think he was going to make it, and how he miraculously recovered after a Catholic community came together in prayer to Father Emil Kapaun.

Content Creator talks Going Viral, Gaining Views, & Future!

Oct 02 2023 118 mins  
Krista Torres is a Content Creator, TikTok Star, Writer, & Social Media expert that works for BuzzFeed. During this episode, Krista gives insight into the stress of creating new content, what makes a video go viral, her journey to becoming a social media personality for her employer and herself, & so much more!

Psychologist talks Mental Disorders, Depression, & Therapy!

Sep 18 2023 104 mins  
Dr. Heather Greenberg is a Clinical Psychologist and Therapist. During this episode, Dr. Heather discusses her passion for helping people through therapy, why it's important for people to seek help, & what it's like to listen & diagnose people's mental health problems all across the board.

Coffee Roaster talks Bringing Out Flavors & Starting Business!

Aug 21 2023 83 mins  
Oscar Pineda is an award winning coffee roaster & cafe owner that runs and operates Esperanza Coffee Roasters & Las Adelitas Cafe in Wichita, KS. During this episode, Oscar talks about bringing Mexican coffee to the USA, how he roasts coffee to bring out flavors, & his passion for igniting nostalgia and relationships with coffee.

Financial Planner talks Wealthy People, Saving Money, & Stocks!

Jul 10 2023 99 mins  
Jarrod Jansen is a Financial Planner, Wealth Manager, and CFP at Heritage Private Wealth Management. During this episode, Jarrod discusses ways to grow your wealth, which stocks to buy, and how rewarding it is for him to help people learn about finances.