Don't Force It: How to Get into College without Losing Yourself in the Process Podcast
1) Let’s Get Tactical: What do you need to know about the new ACT?
ACT rolled out a digital version of it’s enhanced exam last spring. Earlier this month, we saw the paper version of that exam. Let’s talk about what you need to know! Access free resources and learn m...Show More
2) Your College Admissions Roadmap: Plan Ahead Now to Position Your Kid for Success
Feeling overwhelmed by the college admissions process? In this episode, I walk through a clear, grade-by-grade roadmap to help families plan ahead, lower stress, and keep the parent-teen relationship ...Show More
Your College Admissions Roadmap: Plan Ahead Now to Position Your Kid for Success
45:53 | Sep 25th, 2025
3) 35 College Essays?! The Overlooked Prompts that Unlock Acceptance
Struggling with supplemental essays like “Why Us?” or “Diverse Community”? You’re not alone—and these underrated prompts can make or break an application. In this episode, I’m joined by experts Joanna...Show More
4) The Complete Guide to College Transfer: Find Your Ideal School, Maximize Your Credits, and Earn Your Degree
Thinking about transferring colleges—or guiding someone who is? In this episode, I sit down with independent educational consultant Jamie Smith about her just-released book on transfer admissions, the...Show More
5) Live Coaching: Why this school?
Choosing the right college can feel overwhelming, especially for creative students exploring paths like art and animation. In this episode, I chat with a parent navigating this very journey—we unpack ...Show More
6) Protect Their College Options: What Rising Juniors Must Do Around Testing This Summer
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a recent webinar I had with testing expert Akil Bello on how rising juniors can approach standardized testing strategically. We walk through the steps families can take...Show More
7) Standout College Essay Secrets: What Parents Must Know by June of Junior Year
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Holly Schreiber, Joanna Graham, and Andy Friedman for a deep dive into what really makes a college essay stand out. We share why students should start early—way befor...Show More
Standout College Essay Secrets: What Parents Must Know by June of Junior Year
57:08 | Jun 18th, 2025
8) Elizabeth Hamblet: Seven Steps to College Success
In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Elizabeth Hamblet, a leading expert in college disability services, about what families often don’t realize when it comes to accommodations in c...Show More
9) Alison Slater on College Interviews
In today’s episode, I sit down with Alison Slater to explore the evolving role of college interviews. Alison shares practical advice for students on how to prepare—from researching schools to refining...Show More
10) The Insider’s Guide to College Visits: What Parents Must Know
In today’s episode, college admissions expert Holly Schreiber and I discuss how to transform college visits into strategic tools. We break down the three key types of visits—Fit Finder, Test Drive, an...Show More