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Explain It to a Teenager empowers the next generation with real-world business insights often missing from school, building a vibrant community where teens explore diverse models and find what excites them.

  • What Does a Sports Lawyer Actually Do? | Johnny Mel, Sheridans

    What Does a Sports Lawyer Actually Do? | Johnny Mel, Sheridans

    Johnny Mel, sports lawyer at Sheridans, represents professional athletes and their agents in everything from player contracts and image rights to sponsorship deals and transfers. In this interview, he talks about the variety of sports he works in—from football to Formula 1—and the unique challenges of navigating the legal side of athletics.

    🎙 Topics Covered:

    • What a sports lawyer does day-to-day • The types of clients Johnny represents • Insights from working with athletes across different sports • His experience at Sport Beach during Cannes Lions • Career advice for teenagers on following their passions

    If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the scenes in professional sports—or how to turn a love for sports into a legal career—this conversation pulls back the curtain.

  • Sofia Colucci, CMO of Molson Coors, talks with Lucy and explains her job and position to a teenager

    Sofia Colucci, CMO of Molson Coors, talks with Lucy and explains her job and position to a teenager

    Teenagers and beer? We all hate to see this combination anywhere, except maybe this video. Sofia Colucci, the CMO of Molson Coors and the 2024 advertising woman of the year, explains how fun and creative her job can be, and drops some REAL advice. Cheers to Sofia and thanks for the great interview!

  • How Can PR Shape Culture and Opportunity? | Sonia Diaz, Hispanic PR Association President

    How Can PR Shape Culture and Opportunity? | Sonia Diaz, Hispanic PR Association President

    In this interview, Sonia Diaz—President of the Hispanic Public Relations Association and founder of her own social impact PR agency—shares her journey into communications, the mission behind her work, and how she’s helping the next generation of professionals. From multicultural campaigns to mentorship and scholarships, Sonia dives into the power of storytelling, community, and cultural connection. 🎙 Topics Covered: • What the Hispanic PR Association does • The importance of multicultural campaign work • How Sonia supports students in communications • Insights from Cannes Lions • Career advice for teenagers and young professionals If you’re interested in public relations, marketing, or making an impact through your career, this conversation is packed with inspiration and practical advice.

  • What is a sports lawyer? | Jonny Madill, Sports Lawyer at Sheridans | EITAT
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About Explain It to a Teenager

At Explain It to a Teenager, we’re on a mission to bring real-world concepts and ideas—often left out of traditional education—straight to the next generation. Our goal is to build a vibrant community centered around diverse business models, giving teens a launchpad into the world of business while helping them discover what excites them most.

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