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EPISODE · Sep 15, 2026 · 25 MIN

Talking Through the Post-Grad Scaries

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Josh Gondelman talks with caller Nike, a Buffalo college senior, about post-grad panic, her NHL public relations internship, and why excitement and anxiety might just be the same feeling in disguise.What You'll Hear:Advice From an Older Guy: Josh opens up about how strange it feels to give advice to younger people when the world has changed so much since he was in their shoes.The Post-Grad Scaries, Named: Nike calls in with all the swirling unknowns of senior year, from job hunting to maybe moving back home, and Josh helps her sort the excitement from the dread.Dinosaurs, Bean Casseroles, and Bills Fans: They wander into favorite classes, kitchen disasters, and the very real perks of college life that Nike isn't ready to give up.CHAPTERS:00:00 Let's go to rest02:26 Welcome, caller Nike!06:00 An NHL internship and a dream of warmer weather14:19 Gen Z, AI, and an uncertain job market20:00 One thing to do before you graduate22:22 Good nightsFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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