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Episode 310 (Season Premiere) | Original Broadcast: Week of August 26, 2019 Today, we\u2019re bringing back some of our viewers\u2019 favorites from last season. We\u2019ll start off at the TV studio where Helena met a former NFL Super Bowl champion. He shared his inspiring story of what he\u2019s accomplished by putting forth his best effort in every aspect of life, even when things didn\u2019t always go his way. We\u2019ll also bring back a very moving story from a woman who was a victim of human trafficking from an early age.\u00a0 She talked to Shawn about how she has arisen from the abuse to open a community coffee shop \u2013 as well as help others and bring awareness to human trafficking<\/a>.\u00a0Putting clues together to solve who committed a crime is a difficult task.\u00a0 We\u2019ll see an encore of Helena\u2019s interview with a crime scene investigator<\/a> who gave her some insight into his challenging career.<\/p>\n Episode 311 | Original Broadcast: Week of September 2, 2019 We continue to take a look back at some of your favorite interviews from last season. We\u2019ll revisit the classroom where Shawn met a teacher who keeps his students interested and learning more by integrating art into STEM classes.\u00a0If you are interested in computers and statistics, you won\u2019t want to miss the encore of Helena\u2019s interview with a research professor who introduced her to the world of data science<\/a> \u2013 one of the hottest careers around. Then we\u2019ll take you back to the launch pad at Cape Canaveral where Shawn met up with a structural engineer. He told him about his exciting job being part of a team that prepares for rockets to be launched into space.<\/p>\n Episode 312 | Original Broadcast: Week of September 9, 2019 We\u2019re going to bring you an encore of three of our most popular interviews from last season. Looking for a career where you can really reach for the stars? You won\u2019t want to miss the replay of Shawn\u2019s fascinating and informative interview with a veteran NASA astronaut<\/a>. When works of art get damaged or faded, especially when they\u2019re valuable or have sentimental meaning, it\u2019s a shame to just let them go. We\u2019ll bring back Helena\u2019s interview with an art conservator<\/a> and learn how she preserves and repairs art. Ever wonder what it\u2019s like to be a rock star performing on a stage in front of thousands of cheering fans?\u00a0 We\u2019ll bring back Shawn\u2019s interview with a musician<\/a> who shared his journey of becoming a successful singer, songwriter and bass player.<\/p>\n Episode 313 | Original Broadcast: Week of September 16, 2019 If you\u2019re a pro-wrestling fan, you may have seen our first guest on TV. Shawn will talk with a former WWE superstar who is now serving the residents of his city as mayor. Then Shawn will talk with an airport operations manager and learn about the many duties that are involved in running a busy and expanding airport.\u00a0 And if you are into engineering, architecture and roller coasters, we might have the perfect job for you! We\u2019ll visit SeaWorld Orlando where Shawn talks with a man who designs many of the thrill rides and attractions at the park!<\/p>\n Episode 314 | Original Broadcast: Week of September 23, 2019 Most pilots try to avoid flying into extreme storms when they can.\u00a0 But Shawn will meet a man whose job is to fly directly into and through tropical storms and hurricanes as a NOAA<\/a> hurricane hunter pilot. Who would you call if you had a venomous snake in your bathroom or a raccoon in your attic?\u00a0 Shawn will introduce us to a wildlife control operator<\/a> who captures these critters and removes them from homes and properties.\u00a0Plus, Shawn will talk with a law student about what it\u2019s like going through law school and working as a summer law clerk serving the low-income population.<\/p>\n Episode 315 | Original Broadcast: Week of September 30, 2019 The old-time barbershops are making a resurgence with a new look.\u00a0 Shawn will meet a barber<\/a> who loves using his creativity to give his clients a trendy new cut . . . as well as providing a listening ear. There are many ways to further your career once you become a firefighter<\/a>. We\u2019ll talk with a hazmat team member and learn why he chose this specialty within the fire department. Wonder what it takes become a licensed architect<\/a>?\u00a0 Shawn will introduce us to a young woman who will give us a look into the education, training and licensing required.<\/p>\n Episode 316 | Original Broadcast: Week of October 7, 2019 Interested in a thrilling job in meteorology and aviation?\u00a0 We\u2019ll take a visit to NOAA<\/a>\u2019s Operations Center where Shawn meets up with an onboard meteorologist who flies through the worst weather Mother Nature can deliver. The horrific act of human trafficking<\/a> is occurring in cities and towns all over America and throughout the world.\u00a0 Shawn will talk with an investigator whose job is to fight this abuse of innocent victims. On a lighter note, we\u2019ll meet a restaurateur<\/a> who grew up in \u2013 and helps run the Italian restaurant his family owns.\u00a0 He shares with Shawn some of the secrets to the restaurant\u2019s success.<\/p>\n Episode 317 | Original Broadcast: Week of October 14, 2019 There are many children who have been abandoned and abused in our society. Shawn will speak with a lawyer<\/a> whose job is to be an advocate for these children and ensure they thrive in a safe home.\u00a0There are a lot of factors that need to be considered when designing and developing a structure.\u00a0 Shawn will meet with an architect<\/a> and get some insight into his career making his client\u2019s dreams come true. You may know someone with diabetes or other disease that affects the glands.\u00a0 Shawn will visit an endocrinologist<\/a> and see how he treats these conditions and improves his patients\u2019 lives.<\/p>\n Episode 318 | Original Broadcast: Week of October 21, 2019 Shawn is going to get a glimpse into a career in data science that wasn\u2019t around in our parent\u2019s day when he speaks with the manager of business intelligence<\/a> at a utility company. Then he will meet a woman who shared with him how she turned her imaginative and artistic abilities into a successful career. We\u2019ll also see some of the uplifting books and items she creates! Plus Shawn will talk with an architectural project manager<\/a>.\u00a0 He\u2019ll learn how he turned his love of art into a career working on a team to design and build the projects his company is awarded.<\/p>\n Episode 319 | Original Broadcast: Week of October 28, 2019 We\u2019ll take you to a fire station where Shawn meets the county\u2019s fire chief<\/a>.\u00a0 He learned that being on the administrative side of the department is quite different from that of a fire fighter. Hurricane hunter planes are equipped with a lot of equipment that helps in gathering information about a storm.\u00a0 Shawn will meet an electronics engineer who designs and installs the instrumentation as well as rides in the plane during a mission. Plus, he will talk with a public interest attorney<\/a> who finds her passion in being a voice for the underserved and ensuring they have access to healthcare.<\/p>\n Episode 320 | Original Broadcast: Week of January 13, 2020 Today, we begin our 20th<\/sup> anniversary celebration by taking a look at some careers our past field reporters, Carly and Luis, explored.\u00a0\u00a0We\u2019ll start out in the stateroom of a cruise ship<\/a> where Carly met up with a stateroom attendant.\u00a0Ever since 9\/11, immigration into the United States has been a very hot topic. We\u2019ll bring back Luis\u2019 meeting with an attorney who became an advocate for people from other countries wanting to make their home in the USA. Then we\u2019ll take you back to Carly\u2019s interview with a Pediatric Physical Therapist<\/a> and learn how she helps children with different disabilities and injuries develop and heal.<\/p>\n Episode 321 | Original Broadcast: Week of January 20, 2020 If you\u2019re interested in being a doctor, the University of Florida has a great medical program.\u00a0 We\u2019ll take a look back at Luis\u2019s interview with a medical student<\/a>.\u00a0 She discussed the challenges of meeting her goal of becoming a doctor. Then we\u2019ll bring back Carly\u2019s interview with a man who made a profession out of his love of photography.\u00a0 He really knows how to make people look good for portraits and head shots! Finally, we\u2019ll take you back to Luis\u2019s meeting with a couple of librarians who let him in on how their duties have evolved over the years.<\/p>\n Episode 322 | Original Broadcast: Week of January 27, 2020 We\u2019ll take you back to Florida\u2019s Museum of Natural History where Luis met up with a shark researcher.\u00a0 He has devoted his career to researching shark attacks and sharks around the world. Then, we\u2019ll bring back Carly\u2019s interview with a young lady who has a very enviable job as a dance captain on a cruise ship.\u00a0Plus, we\u2019ll give you an encore of Luis\u2019 interview with a Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist<\/a>.\u00a0 She shared how this can be a rewarding career for people who want a career in health care and love to work with children.<\/p>\n Episode 323 | Original Broadcast: Week of February 3, 2020 Today, we\u2019re going to look at some really cool interviews our past field reporter, Krystal conducted. We\u2019ll start off with her interview with a Mental Game Expert<\/a> who discussed how he teaches athletes to gain that winning edge. Then we\u2019ll go inside the cab of the 18 wheeler where Krystal got some insight into what the job of a long distance truck driver<\/a> is like. Plus we\u2019ll take you back to her interview with a United States Secret Service Agent<\/a>.\u00a0 She learned there\u2019s a lot of work and planning that goes into protecting our politicians!<\/p>\n Episode 324 | Original Broadcast: Week of February 10, 2020 We\u2019ve gone into the Real Life vault again to pull out three of our field reporter, Shawn\u2019s favorite interviews from years ago.\u00a0We\u2019ll start off by bringing back his meeting with a mediator and see how she uses her negotiating and people skills to settle disagreements outside of the courtroom. And then we\u2019ll recall Shawn\u2019s visit with a physician who uses a form of medicine that dates back 5000 years and involves the use of needles to treat medical ailments. Finally, we\u2019ll take you back to the roof of the hospital where he met with a couple of flight paramedics<\/a> who work to save lives as part of the Air Care Team.<\/p>\n Episode 325 | Original Broadcast: Week of February 17, 2020 Today, we\u2019ll be at the county morgue and bring back Gracey\u2019s interview with a medical examiner<\/a>. She discovered this specialty of medicine is much like detective work. And if a morgue doesn\u2019t make your skin crawl, we\u2019ll revisit Shawn\u2019s segment with an beekeeper<\/a>.\u00a0 He specializes in coming to the rescue when bees have been swarming all around someone\u2019s property.\u00a0 Plus, we\u2019ll take a look back at Gracey\u2019s interview with an athletic trainer<\/a> who shared with her how you can combine your love of sports and health into one job.<\/p>\n Episode 326 | Original Broadcast: Week of February 24, 2020 We\u2019ll start with Gracey\u2019s visit to the Parthenon… no, not in Greece… but in Nashville, Tennessee, where she found a full size replica of the original temple. She also got to meet with the museum\u2019s director. Then, we\u2019ll take a look back at Shawn\u2019s interview with a criminal defense attorney and see why he chose this specialty of law. Finally, we\u2019ll revisit a hospital operating room where Gracey talked to a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist<\/a> and learned what she does as part of the surgical team.<\/p>\n Episode 327 | Original Broadcast: Week of March 2, 2020 We\u2019ll take a look at Shawn\u2019s inspiring interview with a self-made man who started a successful hotel empire.\u00a0 He is also devoted to giving back to his community and the world. Then we\u2019ll bring back our segment with a flight attendant<\/a> where Gracey learned that they need to be prepared for any situation that may arise in the skies or on the ground. Plus, we\u2019ll give you an encore of Shawn\u2019s meeting with a wedding planner<\/a> and see why they can be worth their weight in gold when it comes to taking the stress off the bride and her family.<\/p>\n Episode 328 | Original Broadcast: Week of March 9, 2020 What comes to mind when you think of Anthropology?\u00a0 Bet you never thought of fast food. You won\u2019t want to miss Gracey\u2019s informative interview with an anthropologist<\/a>. Did you know that 1 out of 3 dogs over the age of 10 will most likely develop cancer? We\u2019ll take a look back at Shawn\u2019s visit with a veterinary oncologist<\/a> who diagnoses and treats pets with cancer. We\u2019ll also bring you back to a beautifully landscaped home where Gracey met up with a landscape architect<\/a> and got a glimpse into his career.<\/p>\n Episode 329 | Original Broadcast: Week of March 16, 2020 Did you know that a different set of laws apply to accidents that happen in open water? We\u2019ll show you Gracey\u2019s interview with a maritime attorney<\/a>. She learned how he applies these laws when working with clients who want to file a case against a cruise ship or boat. The way people feel about their appearance can impact their whole being.\u00a0 Shawn interviewed a plastic surgeon<\/a> who helps his patients look and feel better about themselves.\u00a0 Plus, we\u2019ll head back to the marina where Gracey met up with a charter yacht captain<\/a> and learned about the fun and fascinating career he calls work.\u00a0 Work?. . . Really?<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Season 19 (2018-2019)” open=”off” _builder_version=”3.29.3″ hover_enabled=”0″ _i=”1″ _address=”2.0.0.0.1″]<\/p>\n Episode 290\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Today marks our 19th<\/span>\u00a0season of Real Life 101. But before we jump in the new careers that our crew is preparing for you, we thought we\u2019d bring back some of the episodes of which many of our viewers, have requested encores.\u00a0 We\u2019ll start by revisiting Helena\u2019s interview with an actress and see how she found her niche in this highly competitive industry.\u00a0Ever wonder how maps are made in this digital age? We\u2019ll show you when we bring back Shawn\u2019s meeting with a cartographer. He shared with him how his career in mapmaking has changed over the years.\u00a0Finally, we\u2019ll take you back to Helena\u2019s interview with an award winning pet groomer<\/a><\/strong> and learn how she transforms dirty dogs into beautifully groomed pooches… because who can resist a cute pup?<\/p>\n Episode 291<\/strong><\/p>\n We\u2019ve opened the vault and pulled out some more of your favorite interviews from last season!\u00a0 We\u2019ll start by taking you back to the studio of a music composer where Shawn saw how he enhances the production of films, video games and even amusement park rides with his original compositions. Then we\u2019ll revisit the church where the pastor<\/a><\/strong> talked to Helena about what prompted him to enter the ministry and how he works daily with the church\u2019s members.\u00a0Finally, we\u2019ve got an encore of Shawn\u2019s interview with a neighborhood pharmacist. He learned that her skills include a lot more than knowledge of the drugs she dispenses.<\/p>\n Episode 292\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n We\u2019ll bring you back Helena\u2019s interview with a public relations<\/a><\/strong> specialist whose company has the important job of keeping her city informed on traffic and road conditions \u2026 especially as they undergo the biggest infrastructure project in America!\u00a0 Plus, we\u2019ll revisit Shawn\u2019s meeting with a lady who started a cake bakery. You may recall how she uses her artistic talents to make beautiful and creative cakes for weddings and other memorable events. Finally, we\u2019ll take you back to BRIDG<\/a><\/strong>, a large facility that takes innovative technology ideas and turns them into reality. As Helena learned during her interview with the CEO, advances in the STEM industry<\/a><\/strong> are making our lives more efficient.<\/p>\n Episode 293\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Our first guest has an incredible story of how she has arisen from an abusive childhood.\u00a0 She talked to Shawn about how she has not only started a coffee shop but is on a mission to help others and bring awareness to human trafficking<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0There are always new ways in which products can be improved.\u00a0 Helena will visit a manufacturer and see how the process engineer uses his skills to make the company\u2019s products better. We see those massive cranes in so many locations \u2013 but did you ever wonder what it takes to operate one?\u00a0 Shawn finds out when he talks to a crane operator<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n Episode 294\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Shawn will go back to school where he meets a teacher who has put a new spin on teaching STEM classes. He really makes learning fun and relevant! Those audio and sound systems you see in churches, concert halls and corporations aren\u2019t one-size fits all.\u00a0 Helena talks with a systems analyst who gives her some insight into how he advises his clients on their A\/V needs. Rehabilitation after surgery or a medical condition is very important to a person\u2019s successful recovery.\u00a0 Shawn will meet up with a physical therapist assistant<\/a><\/strong> and learn how she works with her patients to restore their physical function.<\/p>\n Episode 295\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Looking for a career where you can really reach for the stars?\u00a0 You won\u2019t want to miss Shawn\u2019s fascinating and informative interview with a veteran NASA astronaut<\/a><\/strong>. Speaking of space, we\u2019ll be talking by satellite to a President and General Manager of a TV station and get a glimpse into the many duties he has running the station. Then Shawn will introduce us to a home delivery chef<\/a><\/strong> who solves her busy clients\u2019 problems of not having the time to make tasty and healthy dinners themselves.<\/p>\n Episode 296\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n We\u2019ll take you to a TV studio where Helena meets a former NFL Super Bowl champion. \u00a0\u00a0He\u2019ll share his inspiring story of what he\u2019s accomplished by putting forth his best effort in every aspect of life \u2013 even when things didn\u2019t always go his way. Next, Shawn will visit a craft shop where he\u2019ll talk to a woman who has turned her hobby into a career by teaching arts and crafts to kids and adults. Finally, Helena will speak with a probation officer and get some insight into how she helps adult offenders rehabilitate and become productive members of society.<\/p>\n Episode 297\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n First, we\u2019ll visit a launch pad at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.\u00a0 There Shawn meets up with a structural engineer who told him about his exciting job being part of a team that prepares for rockets to be launched into space. You\u2019ve probably heard of CrossFit.\u00a0 It\u2019s quite an intense fitness program.\u00a0 Helena will meet a CrossFit coach and see why he loves helping his clients achieve their fitness goals. Plus, Shawn will meet a marketing<\/a><\/strong> professional and learn how she keeps up with this constantly changing industry. She also shares with him how she and her team help clients successfully market their products and services.<\/p>\n Episode 298\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Do you ever dream of being a rock star?\u00a0 Then you\u2019ll want to stay tuned as Shawn introduces us to a musician<\/a><\/strong> who will share his journey of becoming a successful singer, songwriter and bass player.\u00a0Manufacturing<\/a><\/strong> products in America is a vital part of the US economy.\u00a0 Helena will see how one man\u2019s job plays an important role in the production of an item that is sold throughout the world.\u00a0<\/span>Plus, Shawn will speak with a child protection investigator who assesses the conditions of homes when reports of abuse and neglect have been reported, to ensure the well-being of children.<\/span><\/p>\n Episode 299\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Shawn will make an office visit to a pediatrician<\/a><\/strong> and see why she chose her specialty of working with children.\u00a0Putting clues together to solve who committed a crime is a difficult task; Helena gets some insight into this challenging career when she meets a crime scene investigator<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span>There are many exciting jobs in the space industry. Shawn will meet up with a space technician<\/a><\/strong> who discusses his important job of assembling a spacecraft\u2019s parts.<\/span><\/p>\n Episode 300\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Today, we celebrate our 300th episode! Shawn is going to start the show by meeting an art teacher who talks to him about how she brings outs the artistic talent and creativity in her students. Then, Helena will talk with a civil engineer<\/a> <\/strong>and learn how her career includes keeping up the quality of water resources and ensuring roads drain properly after a storm.\u00a0\u00a0Finally, if you want to work with patients in the healthcare field, but don\u2019t want to spend several years in college, stick around for Shawn\u2019s interview with a medical assistant<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n Episode 301\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n First up, Shawn\u2019s going to introduce us to an occupational therapist<\/a><\/strong> and learn the various types of things she does to help her patients get back to doing things and living life to their fullest ability. If you\u2019re a curious type person, interested in computers and statistics, you\u2019ll want to see Helena\u2019s interview with a research professor who will introduce her to the world of data science<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 one of the hottest careers around! Then Shawn will take us to a company that manufactures parts for spacecraft and learn how the production supervisor oversees and manages their production.<\/p>\n Episode 302\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n When works of art get damaged or faded, especially when they\u2019re valuable or have sentimental value, it\u2019s a shame to just let them go. Helena will visit an art conservator<\/a> <\/strong>and learn how she preserves and repairs art. The way we get our news has evolved over the years.\u00a0 We\u2019ll hear how a digital editor<\/a><\/strong> manages a TV station\u2019s digital platforms and keeps on top of breaking news.\u00a0When someone calls 911 for an emergency, it is imperative that the person who answers the call is able to assist in a quick and calm manner.\u00a0 Shawn will meet a communications officer<\/a> <\/strong>and learn how he handles 911 calls.<\/p>\n Episode 303\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Today, we\u2019re going to reopen the Real Life<\/em> vault and pull out some of last season\u2019s viewer favorites. Simulators are used for a lot more than amusement park rides. We\u2019ll bring back Shawn\u2019s meeting with a man who shared with him how simulation<\/a><\/strong> is used in areas such as training doctors, nurses, pilots and people in government and many other industries. Then, we\u2019ll give you an encore of Helena\u2019s interview with a program engineer who specializes in the science of nanotechnology<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0 We\u2019ll see how new electronics and devices are made a fraction of the size they were just a few years ago.<\/p>\n Episode 304\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n We\u2019ve got a great show lined up for you today as we take another look at some of our favorite interviews from last season. We\u2019ll give you an encore of Shawn\u2019s interview with an acoustical engineer<\/a><\/strong>. She\u2019ll talk about how she uses tools\u2014plus her math and physics skills\u2014to control the sound in buildings. And finally, we\u2019ll bring back Helena\u2019s visit with a home health aide<\/a><\/strong> and learn how she assists her elderly clients with their daily needs.\u00a0 She makes quite a difference in their lives! Drones are becoming more popular every day.\u00a0 So we\u2019re going to show you Shawn\u2019s interview with a drone pilot<\/a><\/strong> and see how unmanned aerial vehicles are replacing helicopters and making it much simpler to shoot aerial footage for TV shows.<\/p>\n Episode 305\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Today, we\u2019re going to revisit some of the most popular interviews from last season! When we watch the local news, most people want to see the weather forecast so they can prepare for their day.\u00a0 We\u2019ll revisit a TV station where Shawn met with a meteorologist<\/a> <\/strong>and learned how he predicts the weather for the day and week ahead. Then we\u2019ll take you back to the castle where Helena met a modern day medieval knight<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0 He has a job right out of the Middle ages, jousting and entertaining audiences! Imagine what life would be like if you couldn\u2019t hear or if you were dizzy all the time.\u00a0\u00a0 We\u2019ll take a look back at Shawn\u2019s visit with an audiologist<\/a><\/strong> who shared with him how she tests for and treats both hearing and balance disorders.<\/p>\n Episode 306\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Today, were going to give you an encore of some of your favorite careers from last season. We\u2019ll start out revisiting Helena\u2019s meeting with a financial advisor. Instead of advising individuals on their finances, he advises schools and government institutions on how to invest their cash reserves. Hostage situations are a very serious matter.\u00a0 We\u2019ll bring back Shawn\u2019s interview with a police officer who specializes in negotiating the safe release of hostages and victims from a captor. Finally, we\u2019re going to take a look back at Helena\u2019s visit with a Coast Guard<\/a><\/strong> recruiter. He told her about some of the exciting career opportunities available and what it takes to get into this branch of the military.<\/p>\n Episode 307\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Today we\u2019re going to revisit three very cool careers from last season! We\u2019ll take a look back at Shawn\u2019s visit with a biomedical researcher.\u00a0 He introduced him to his fascinating profession studying viruses and immunities to fight cancer. The aftermath of being robbed or attacked can be overwhelming.\u00a0 We\u2019ll revisit Helena\u2019s meeting with a victim\u2019s advocate<\/a><\/strong>. She provides needed support to crime victims so they can get through the traumatic period following the crime. Do you love cooking and experimenting with ingredients to come up with delectable new creations?\u00a0 If so, stick around because we\u2019re bringing back Shawn\u2019s interview with a catering chef. See what inspires him to keep developing yummy new recipes!<\/p>\n Episode 308\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Today, we\u2019re going to continue presenting our \u201cbest of\u201d interviews as they\u2019re just too good to stay locked up in the Real Life vault! We\u2019ll revisit Helena\u2019s interview with a bio-energetic practitioner and wellness consultant where they discussed how she uses alternative health<\/a><\/strong> to get her clients on the path to good health. We\u2019ll also bring back Shawn\u2019s fascinating interview with a genetic counselor<\/a><\/strong> and hear how she works with couples to evaluate their risks of having babies with various birth defects. Finally, we\u2019ll take you back to the Middle Ages once again and show you Helena\u2019s interview with a man who cares for and trains the horses<\/a> <\/strong>at a popular dinner theatre.<\/p>\n Episode 309\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n We\u2019ve got a special half hour lined up as we give you an encore of some of our most unique and interesting careers from last season.\u00a0 We\u2019ll start out at the TV station where Shawn met up with the chief photographer.\u00a0 He gave Shawn a glimpse into how they figure out and capture the videos to air on the daily newscasts. Then, we\u2019ll take a look back at Helena\u2019s interview with a judicial law clerk<\/a><\/strong>. He\u2019s an attorney who assists a judge by researching the law so that the best decision is given on a case. Plus, we\u2019ll revisit Shawn\u2019s meeting with an event designer; she\u2019ll tell us how she works with clients to ensure their catered wedding reception or corporate event is simply perfect!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Season 18 (2017-2018)” _builder_version=”3.13.1″ _i=”2″ _address=”2.0.0.0.2″ open=”off”] Episode 270 (Season Premiere)<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Alecsa\u2019s going to take us back to an elementary school and a university where she interviewed people in some exciting careers last season.\u00a0 We\u2019ll start out revisiting her interview with a woman who wanted both a career in law enforcement and one working with kids at a school. She found her niche as a School Resource Officer.\u00a0Then, we\u2019ll give you an encore of her interview with a head\u00a0volleyball coach<\/a><\/strong>, where she learned that coaching involves a lot more than teaching volleyball skills.\u00a0Then it\u2019s back to the classroom where she saw how an elementary school\u00a0teacher<\/a><\/strong> can make a big difference in her pupil\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n Episode 271<\/strong><\/p>\n We\u2019ll start by revisiting Shawn\u2019s interview with a\u00a0sound designer<\/a><\/strong>. You\u2019ll hear how he integrates music, sound and effects into films, TV and plays. It makes a world of difference in the finished production! Then, we\u2019ll bring you an encore of Alecsa meeting up with a\u00a0dental hygienist<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0 We\u2019ll see how this is a job that works well for someone who wants a career in the dental field and needs a flexible schedule as well.\u00a0\u00a0 There are many mental and emotional factors that can interfere with a child\u2019s happiness and well-being.\u00a0 We\u2019ll look back at Shawn\u2019s interview with a\u00a0child therapist<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and learn how she helps little ones dealing with troubling issues.<\/p>\n Episode 272<\/strong><\/p>\n We\u2019re going to start the show with our new host, Helena. She\u2019ll meet an award winning\u00a0pet groomer<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and learn how she transforms dirty dogs into beautifully groomed pooches.\u00a0 Then we\u2019re going to get to know Helena as she sits down to chat with Shawn for a few minutes.\u00a0 I think you\u2019ll love her as much as we do! Finally, Shawn will meet up with a neighborhood\u00a0pharmacist<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and learn that her skills include a lot more than knowledge of the drugs she dispenses.<\/p>\n Episode 273<\/strong><\/p>\n Shawn will visit a TV station where he meets with a\u00a0meteorologist<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and learns how he predicts the weather so people can plan for the day and week ahead. Last week, Shawn got to chat with our new host, Helena. Today, we\u2019ll turn the tables as Helena talks to Shawn and finds out what makes him tick!\u00a0 Do you love cooking and making up your own recipes?\u00a0 If so, stay tuned because Shawn is going to talk with a catering chef and learn how he keeps developing his yummy new creations!<\/p>\n Episode 274<\/strong><\/p>\n Helena will talk with a\u00a0public relations<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0specialist whose company has the important job of keeping her city informed on traffic and road conditions\u2026 especially as they undergo the biggest infrastructure project in America!\u00a0In addition to being updated on traffic conditions, we also need to know how to get places.\u00a0 Shawn will meet a cartographer who will share with us how his career in mapmaking has evolved over the years. Then Helena will take us back in time to the middle ages and visit a man who cares for and\u00a0trains the horses at a popular dinner theatre<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0 Sounds like a fun job!<\/p>\n
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