College Applications & Essays: Real Talk with Counselor Steph Degodny

Golden Bachelor drama will be back - but today, we're diving into college drama, applications, essays and advice.College applications don’t come with a manual — but this episode gets pretty close.This week on In My Hometown, host Jamie Stein sits down with Steph Degodny, a sought-after college counselor and essay coach, for a real conversation about what students and parents actually need to know about the college admissions process.We talk:How to approach the personal essay without sounding clichéHow parents can support — not stress — their kidsFinding the right place for your kidWhether you’re college-bound, guiding someone who is, or just curious about how this process has evolved, Steph’s wisdom, perspective, and honesty make this episode a must-listen.Practical advice. Real stories. A little humor. And a lot of heart.#CollegeAdmissions #CollegeApplications #CollegeEssays #collegeBound #CollegeCounsel #CollegeEssayTips #CollegeAdvice #InMyHometown #NewPodcasts