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Owl Have You Know

Owl Have You Know

The Rice Business Podcast

Owl Have You Know is Rice Business’ podcast created to share the experiences of alumni, faculty, students and other members of our business community – real stories of belonging, failing, rebounding and, ultimately, succeeding. During meaningful conversations, we dive deep into how each guest has built success through troubles and triumphs before, during and after they set foot in McNair Hall. 

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We release new episodes every other Wednesday. 

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Recipient of the 2023 Communicator Award of Excellence

We're proud to announce that our podcast received the 2023 Award of Excellence (Individual Episodes - Business) from the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts (AIVA). This honor is made possible by our dedicated hosts, Maya Pomroy '22 and Scott Gale '19, and the generous guests who tell their stories. We're grateful to AIVA and those who were critical to OHYK's early success: Rice Business external relations team, the alumni board, and past hosts Christine Dobbyn '20 and David Droogleever '12.

Check Out A Special Episode

The Intersection of Art and Business feat. Alison Weaver and Dean Peter Rodriguez

Alison Weaver, founding executive director of Rice University's Moody Center for the Arts, and Dean Peter Rodriguez give the inside scoop on building the Rice Business public art collection, its alignment with our teaching approach, the overarching theme, and the significance of public art.

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Season 4, Episode 11

Meet Erika, the creator of The Pancake Princess, a popular baking blog that compares recipes side-by-side to help readers and aspiring bakers find ones that are just right for their tastes and skill levels. She shares her journey from English major to baker, her favorite bakes, and how Rice Business was a key ingredient for her career in entrepreneurship. 

 

March 06
Flight Path

Season 4, Episode 10

The geophysicist, energy transition advocate and 2023 Rising Star Award winner talks about her background, two decades of experience in the international oil and gas industry, transition to renewable energy and current role at S&P Global. 

February 21
Up Next

Season 4, Episode 9
Professor Daan van Knippenberg joins host Scott Gale '19 to discuss his research on conflict and what organizational leaders can do to foster constructive dialogue, even when viewpoints differ. 

February 07
Flight Path

Season 4, Episode 8

Dymphna is currently the chief executive officer of the Clean Cooking Alliance. She sits down with host Scott Gale ’19 to unpack her impressive career, her experience working internationally, developing an early appreciation for the Chinese language and culture, and her passion for the energy transition and climate initiatives.

January 24
Flight Path

Season 4, Episode 7

Host Maya Pomroy catches up with her friend and fellow ’22 alum, Keri Sprung, in this episode. Listen as they chat about their unforgettable Executive MBA cohort days, Keri’s passion for healthcare and innovation, and the importance of finding good mentors.

January 10
Flight Path

Season 4, Episode 6

Join us this episode as we delve into the journey of Wendy Fong '13, the founder and principal of Chief Gigs. A business coach and talent optimizer, Wendy shares her inspiring story of transitioning from the corporate world to entrepreneurship.

December 20
Flight Path

Season 4, Episode 5
Amy joins host Scott Gale ’19 for a live event in McNair Hall to discuss her path to the higher ranks of academia, her vision for Rice’s future, continuing to foster the community Rice is known for, and how we can adapt and embrace new technologies.

December 06
Up Next

Season 4, Episode 4
Alison Weaver and Dean Peter Rodriguez give the inside scoop on building Rice Business’ public art collection, its alignment with our teaching approach, the overarching theme, and the significance of public art.

November 22
Flight Path

Season 4, Episode 3
The Rice Energy Finance Summit (REFS) founders, Jan Goetgeluk ’10 and Jesús Patiño ’10, join host Scott Gale ’19 to discuss how they first met at Rice Business’ international student orientation many years ago, the experience of launching REFS, how Hurricane Ike played a role in their friendship, and the importance of swinging big.

November 08
Flight Path

Season 4, Episode 2

From "oil brat" to wealth advisor: Scott Gale ’19 and Crystal discuss her successful 20-year career as a wealth advisor at UBS Financial Services, advice for aspiring wealth managers and passion for the Houston Rodeo.

October 25

Meet the Hosts

Maya Pomroy '22
Founder, The Public Lead
Host, Owl Have You Know
Executive MBA Class of 2022
Executive Director, Halliburton Labs
Host, Owl Have You Know
Executive MBA Class of 2019

Former Hosts