What is “Story of Glory” & Its Purpose
“Story of Glory” is a YouTube podcast series by Education Street. The purpose of “Story of Glory” is to elevate the student community by sharing real, relatable stories that inspire career advancement and personal growth. At its core, Story of Glory is about building a supportive and informed student ecosystem—one story at a time.
Meet Ankita Thakker
In today’s digital world, podcasts are a powerful way to connect, inspire, and educate. Ankita Thakker, the founder of Education Street, launched Story of Glory to reach students more personally and meaningfully through storytelling.
Along with her is her whole team working behind the scenes to make this a success.
Since childhood, stories have shaped the way we learn and grow.
This podcast continues that tradition by sharing the real journeys of students, industry experts, parents, and university representatives. “As humans, we’re inspired by stories.
That’s why I felt a strong calling to bring these voices forward—to support, motivate, and elevate students in their academic and personal lives.”
Her Experience in Mentoring 10000+ Students.
With over a (15+) of experience, Ankita has personally mentored more than 10,000 students to achieve their dream of studying abroad. Her expertise spans across undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD applications to top universities in the US, UK, Germany, Australia, and beyond.
Her hands-on approach, deep understanding of student challenges, and passion for empowering young minds is what make Story of Glory a podcast rooted in authenticity and impact.
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Why You Should Watch?
GROWTH, EMPOWERMENT, and EXPLORATION is your purpose in life, then each episode of “Story of Glory” will share inspiring stories for you to imbibe in your life and hence worth the watch.
Want to Be on the Podcast?
Basic Eligibility
Share your story with us, especially if you’ve overcome a unique challenge or have insights that can help students grow in any area of life or career. Apply to be a guest here 👉
Who Will Be Guests on the Podcast?
The Story of Glory podcast will feature a diverse mix of voices from all corners of the student and professional journey. Our guests include:
1- Students
- Current or past international students
- Sharing real-life experiences—from overcoming obstacles to thriving in a new country or India
2- Industry Professionals
- Experts from education, technology, and global careers
- Offering valuable insights on skills, career paths, and the future of work
3- University Representatives
- Admissions officers and faculty members
- Giving an insider’s view on international programs, application tips, and campus life
4- Parents
- Sharing the emotional and practical side of supporting a child studying abroad
- From funding and planning to letting go and watching them grow
5- Business Owners & Entrepreneurs
- Founders who’ve built businesses and wish to support student ecosystems
- Sharing lessons in leadership, risk-taking, and business opportunities
FAQ Section
“Story of Glory” is a YouTube podcast series presented by Education Street, with the purpose of sharing real and relatable stories which are meant to connect to students’ journeys and help inspire them educationally and personally.
No! We cover journeys of all kinds of students from abroad or India.
All episodes are pre-recorded and professionally edited for quality.
Episodes range from 15 to 30 minutes and it is perfect for a quick dose of inspiration.
Absolutely! Use the [Apply Now form] to nominate someone.
“Story of Glory” podcast was created and hosted by Ankita Thakker, founder of Education Street.
Anyone who has a story to share to inspire students, has experienced obstacles, or may provide connections to help students learn and develop can apply to be a guest.
The aim is to create a supported and educated student ecosystem by telling stories that advance careers and personal futures.
The guests usually are international students (current or former), industry professionals, university partners, parents, and business owners.
Ankita has worked as a mentor for over 15 years and has supported more than 10,000 students in their study-abroad ambitions.
They discuss the skills needed, career options, the future of work, and opportunities for global careers.
If you value growth, empowerment, and exploration, each episode offers stories and lessons that you can take away and learn from.