Far From Normal

by Miranda & Shivani

What is Normal? It can be one of two things. For us, it’s a town, a home, a place of comfort. Normal is also a standard, a state, a condition.But what are these standards, states, and conditions, and why are they relevant? I’m Miranda and I’m Shivani. More than just our quaint town, Normal suggests following societal rules and constructs When we grew up in Normal we learned what is Normal defined by Normal. Here we want to ch ...   ...  Read more

Podcast episodes

  • Are the Challenges of Entrepreneurship Far From Normal? (ft. Cheryl Magnuson)

    Are the Challenges of Entrepreneurship Far From Normal? (ft. Cheryl Magnuson)

    In the final episode of the business series, as well as the final episode of season 1 of Far From Normal Podcast, Miranda and Shivani dive into entrepreneurship with Cheryl Magnuson of Majestic Interior Design! What does an entrepreneur’s schedule look like? What kinds of aspects of a business are most important as an entrepreneur? How do you develop a great work culture? Cheryl leaves us with several words of wisdom. Connect with Cheryl and Majestic Interior Design! Instagram: @majestic.interior.design Website: https://majesticinteriordesign.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Majestic-Interior-Design-322532141185240/ Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farfromnormalpodcast/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/far-from-normal-podcast-84a187200/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodcastFar Email: farfromnormalpodcast2020@gmail.com ~09/13/21~

  • Are Women in Business Still Far From Normal? (ft. Susan Saunders)

    Are Women in Business Still Far From Normal? (ft. Susan Saunders)

    In this very special episode, Miranda and Shivani invite Susan Saunders - Morning Show Host of The Susan Show on the popular radio station 101.5 WBNQ-FM - to explore her successful career as a woman in business! Susan’s path has been anything but linear. Miranda and Shivani are excited to dive deep into the broadcasting industry. Connect with Susan!: Twitter: https://twitter.com/susanlovesradio?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susansaundersradio/?hl=en WBNQ links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1015WBNQ/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1015wbnq/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/WBNQ?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Website: https://www.wbnq.com/ Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farfromnormalpodcast/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/far-from-normal-podcast-84a187200/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodcastFar Email: farfromnormalpodcast2020@gmail.com ~08/23/21~

  • Is Business in the Nonprofit World Far From Normal? (ft. Tony Morstatter)

    Is Business in the Nonprofit World Far From Normal? (ft. Tony Morstatter)

    In this episode, Miranda and Shivani talk with Tony Morstatter, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal to speak on his organization, its impact on the community, as well as his life. What does it mean to run a Nonprofit? What kinds of things do you need for a Nonprofit? How does the Boys and Girls Club make an impact in the community? Connect with Tony!: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-morstatter-b3958294 Interact with Boys & Girls Club!: https://linktr.ee/bgcbn1992 Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farfromnormalpodcast/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/far-from-normal-podcast-84a187200/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodcastFar Email: farfromnormalpodcast2020@gmail.com ~08/10/21~

  • Making Financial Instability Far From Normal (featuring Dr. Prakash)

    Making Financial Instability Far From Normal (featuring Dr. Prakash)

    In this episode, Miranda and Shivani invite Dr. Prakash Muduli (aka Shivani’s dad) to discuss everything personal finance: investments, retirement accounts, portfolios, insurance, types of income, the effects of the pandemic, and AI. Financial literacy should be more common than it is currently… Listen in to figure out if you have what you need to be financially stable! Connect with Dr. Prakash!: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pkmuduli/ ; https://calendly.com/drmuduli Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farfromnormalpodcast/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/far-from-normal-podcast-84a187200/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodcastFar Email: farfromnormalpodcast2020@gmail.com ~08/19/21~

  • Career Development in Far From Normal Conditions (ft. Randy Brown)

    Career Development in Far From Normal Conditions (ft. Randy Brown)

    In this special episode, Miranda and Shivani invite Randy Brown - a Career Mentor and Leadership Coach for Butler University - to discuss resumes, cover letters, interviews, and tips and tricks for the job application process out of college. How has the whole process changed with COVID? What things should you avoid during an interview? Does a resume look different depending on your major/job? How do you prepare for unexpected questions? Connect with Randy!: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randalbrown1 Connect with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farfromnormalpodcast/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/far-from-normal-podcast-84a187200/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodcastFar Email: farfromnormalpodcast2020@gmail.com ~07/30/21~