How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…
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The funniest liberal redneck in the country, from Real Time w/ Bill Maher, his specials and books, this week I welcome Trae Crowder. Follow Trae Crowder on Instagram @officialtraecrowder Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter: @GREGFITZSHOW Instagram @GREGFITZSIMMONS FITZDOG.COM Do us a favor and leave a nice…
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Episode 256. IT’S OUR 5TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW! We began during the 1st week of COVID-19 shutdowns and have been going ever since. Thanks for the support and patience. Author, Tom O’Neill joins us for commentary on the new Netflix documentary “Chaos,” which is the #3 movie in the country right now. Plus, all the news that’s fit to mock. Watch Greg’s ne…
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Why women live longer, why Cheryl Hines doesn’t trust RFK Jr., and our pal Tom O’Neill’s new documentary “Chaos” is out on Netflix. Also, topless women on SW Air, and Newsom doesn’t like trans athletes? Watch Greg’s new special, “You Know Me” and subscribe on YouTube! Email caption submissions to FitzdogRadio@gmail.com subject line: “Comic Contest”…
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From the New Kids on the Block, Broadway musicals, movie and TV, my new friend Joey McIntyre is here! Follow Joey McIntyre on Instagram @joeymcintyre Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter: @GREGFITZSHOW Instagram @GREGFITZSIMMONS FITZDOG.COM Do us a favor and leave a nice review and rating on iTunes while yo…
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Who will win the Oscars? How did Gene Hackman die? How did the pope live? Also, a couple sits beside a corpse on a 4-hour flight. Watch Greg’s new special, “You Know Me” and subscribe on YouTube! Email caption submissions to FitzdogRadio@gmail.com subject line: “Comic Contest” Get the Sunday Papers coozie: Venmo: @gibbonstime $10 In the Venmo notes…
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Here to talk about the SNL 50th party, I’m honored to have back on my good friend Kevin Nealon. Follow Kevin Nealon on Instagram @KevinNealon Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter: @GREGFITZSHOW Instagram @GREGFITZSIMMONS FITZDOG.COM Do us a favor and leave a nice review and rating on iTunes while you're the…
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As we prepare for the 3/15 St Paddy’s Day standup show in Hollywood, we talk about KFC moving to TX, Ye’s impossibly stable marriage and Trevor Noah bringing back segregation. Also, which SNL hosts are murderers? Watch Greg’s new special, “You Know Me” and subscribe on YouTube! Email caption submissions to FitzdogRadio@gmail.com subject line: “Comi…
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We had shows on MTV at the same time in the 90’s and have stayed close ever since. Doesn’t get much better than an hour with the Sklar Brothers! Follow the Sklar Brothers on Instagram @sklarbrothers Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter: @GREGFITZSHOW Instagram @GREGFITZSIMMONS FITZDOG.COM Do us a favor and …
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JD Vance takes on Da Pope, Hollywood takes on Kanye, and Ellen DeGeneres takes on her neighbors. Then Arnold compares his penis to his son’s.. Watch Greg’s new special, “You Know Me” and subscribe on YouTube! Email caption submissions to FitzdogRadio@gmail.com subject line: “Comic Contest” Get the Sunday Papers coozie: Venmo: @gibbonstime $10 In th…
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One of the hottest comics in LA and around the country, from Rogan, Conan and Drunk History, this week I welcome Fahim Anwar! Follow Fahim Anwar on Instagram @fahimanwar Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter: @GREGFITZSHOW Instagram @GREGFITZSIMMONS FITZDOG.COM Do us a favor and leave a nice review and ratin…
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Super Bowl picks and reviews of the new Zeppelin documentary. East Hampton residents will not have their domestic servants deported and Kanye is…. Well, Kanye. Watch Greg’s new special, “You Know Me” and subscribe on YouTube! Email caption submissions to FitzdogRadio@gmail.com subject line: “Comic Contest” Get the Sunday Papers coozie: Venmo: @gibb…
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From Sugar Ray, Mark McGrath comes back in and reminds us that life is a rich carnival. One of my favorite all time guests! Follow Mark McGrath on Instagram @therealmarkmcgrath Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter: @GREGFITZSHOW Instagram @GREGFITZSIMMONS FITZDOG.COM Do us a favor and leave a nice review an…
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An exorcist turns out to be evil himself, people are betting on the LA fires, and OJ’s son is squatting in his old man’s house. Watch Greg’s new special, “You Know Me” and subscribe on YouTube! Email caption submissions to FitzdogRadio@gmail.com subject line: “Comic Contest” Get the Sunday Papers coozie: Venmo: @gibbonstime $10 In the Venmo notes, …
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From Comedy Central, The Late Late Show, TOSH.0 and just off touring with Tom Segura; Matt Fulchiron joins me. We are just a couple of good married guys in Hollywood CA. Follow Matt Fulchiron on Instagram @thefullcharge Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter: @GREGFITZSHOW Instagram @GREGFITZSIMMONS FITZDOG.C…
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Episode 249. News on the JFK assassination? Danger ahead for Fauci? Will you pay a fine for pleasuring yourself in Mississippi? We pull back the curtain on all of it! Watch Greg’s new special, “You Know Me” and subscribe on YouTube! Email caption submissions to FitzdogRadio@gmail.com subject line: “Comic Contest” Get the Sunday Papers coozie: Venmo…
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From Workaholics and many specials Erik Griffin talks about the hackiest bit he ever did. Follow Erik Griffin on Instagram @erikgriffin Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter: @GREGFITZSHOW Instagram @GREGFITZSIMMONS FITZDOG.COM Do us a favor and leave a nice review and rating on iTunes while you're there, it…
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Episode 248. The SCOTUS watches porn this week while State Farm drops its Super Bowl ad. A Florida man rides a horse, and did you hear about that Eagles fan? Watch Greg’s new special, “You Know Me” and subscribe on YouTube! Email caption submissions to FitzdogRadio@gmail.com subject line: “Comic Contest” Get the Sunday Papers coozie: Venmo: @gibbon…
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My pal, Tom Papa comes in and helps me accept myself. Follow Tom Papa on Instagram @TomPapa Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at AuraFrames.com. Use code FITZDOG at checkout to save! My Bookie: https://mybookie.website/FITZ Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter: @GREGFITZSHOW Instagram @GREGFITZSIMMONS FITZDOG.CO…
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Episode 247. We’re dealing with the fires here in Los Angeles and celebrating Biden becoming a grandfather. Also, Keanu Reeves is scamming an old lady and Brooke Shields is given a surprise vaginal rejuvenation. Sponsors: MeetFabric.com/Papers MintMobile.com/Papers Watch Greg’s new special, “You Know Me” and subscribe on YouTube! Email caption subm…
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Fires are closing in on my house! Solo podcast where I catch you up on my 3-week trip to South Africa. Follow Greg on Instagram @GregFitzsimmons Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at AuraFrames.com. Use code FITZDOG at checkout to save! My Bookie: https://mybookie.website/FITZ Watch my special "You Know Me" on YouTube! http://bit.ly/FitzYouKnowMe Twitter…
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