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College Talk
by Beth Brandon
Looking for some answers as you navigate your own higher education journey? Join us for College Talk and get some insider info about everything college access.
Episodes
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College Talk - Ep. 54 - IRS D(o or don't?)RT!
We're back! And then we'll be on another break until April. It's a short and sweet episode today, and our last FAFSA conversation. Quick reminder, the state of Michigan extended their priority FAFSA deadline to May 1st! So get filing! Today, we're talking about the IRS Data Retrieval Tool…
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College Talk - Ep. 53 - Independent or Dependent, That Is 10 Questions
We're back and busting more FAFSA myths! Today we talk about how hard the FAFSA really is, and if it's just there to steal your identity? It's not a bad question, because it does ask a ton of personal information. I promise the FAFSA is not going to do that. But! Make sure you only access the…
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College Talk - Ep. 52 - Dun Dun Deadlines!!
We're back from our winter break, and as promised, we're talking FAFSA. Beth busts the first FAFSA myth: Filling out the FAFSA means you have to take out loans. WRONG! You don't have to take out the loans offered, it is a choice. Beth also explains the differences between the loans you will see…
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College Talk - Ep. 51 - Can You Hear the ECHO (Scholarship)?!
I am so excited about this interview with Ana Manzano! We talk about the Michigan ECHO Scholarship and why it's so amazing. After you listen, if you can think of anyone who would be interested and benefit from this scholarship, send them this episode AND this website: https://michiganecho.org/en/...
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College Talk - Ep. 50 - The Real Deal on Applications with Dr. Shemmassian
Welcome to our 50th episode! I get to interview Dr. Shemmassian and I learn SO much about the med school application process. Dr. Shemmassian also had really great advice to overcome Imposter Syndrome and even shares some advice with parents! You can check out his website here:...
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College Talk - Ep. 49 - Second Winds Don't = Wins
We're going to put this short series on productivity to bed! Literally! Our last Productivity isn't Perfect episode is all about rest! I talk a lot about sleep and why we need it so dang much! Here are the links to all the articles I reference: https://www.sleepfoundation.org/circadian-rhythm...
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College Talk - Ep. 48 - This Episode is the Goal!
Watch out world! She has goals! Micro-Goals! And she is crushing every single one! That's right, this week's episode is all about goals. How to set them, and how to SMASH them. It's pretty simple really, we're going to talk about building confidence and self belief through micro-goals, WOOP, and...
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College Talk - Ep. 47 - Time to Make Time for More Time!
We had some technical difficulties but we made it happen, and somehow still on Wednesday! Episode 47 is here and full of time management strategies. This is just a small sampling of all the time management methods out there. I wouldn't even say it's a full charcuterie board of strategies, just…
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College Talk - Ep. 46 - Get Your Life Together-ish
We're back! And wow, I am glad to be back! This week, we are talking all about our new series on productivity, and how it is far from perfect. We're going to start with the basics today and talk about getting things together. Below are some links to the different things I referenced, but FIRST!…
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College Talk - Ep. 45 - Reconnect: Tips to Bridge Online Learning
Hello all, and thank you for joining me at College Talk! Today we are hitting up a program that is a HUGE win for college access in Michigan. I'm lucky to be joined by the AMAZING Angela Lathan as we go over what Reconnect is and how you can prep to get the best experience from heading to…
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College Talk - Ep. 44 - Bean Don't
** THIS EPISODE IS FOR K-12 ADMIN, COUNSELORS, AND TEACHERS, AND HIGHER EDUCATION FACULTY AND STAFF!! I'm joined by THREE lovely guests today to talk about the internet sensation that sweeped the nation! Bean Dad. In the fast paced current of the internet and social media, this seems like ancient...
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College Talk - Ep. 43 - Ready, Set, Resume!
Welcome to episode 43! A little bit about FAFSA, make sure you know your state's deadline and find out right here: https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/fafsa-deadlines So, we're talking all about building a first resume if you're a high schooler, especially with scholarship season...
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College Talk - Ep. 42 - Khan You Believe It?!
We're all about Practice makes Personal Preference here today! I am so lucky to be joined by Lara Henneman, Director of Partnerships at The College Board. Lara gives us some great information about Khan Academy and how it can help students in MANY more ways than just SAT practice. I actually...
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College Talk - Ep. 41 - The Procrastination Station
We've all be bitten by procrastination. This episode is for everyone, whether you're applying for college, trying to get through your first or last semester, or just trying to get through this week... motivation is in short supply and procrastination is running rampant. This episode doesn't hold...
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College Talk - Ep. 40 - CBOS Up!
I am so excited to welcome Deven Comen, Director of Strategic Partnerships at the College Board, to College Talk this week. We talk about the College Board Opportunity Scholarship (CBOS) and the great scholarships students can receive. We also talk about FAFSA and a cool new way to get help using…
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College Talk - Ep. 39 - Let's TIP the Financial Aid Scales
Hey hey! Welcome back and thanks for hanging in there. This episode is about an exciting announcement from MiSSG about the Tuition Incentive Program (TIP). I talk about that and other financial aid programs through the state of Michigan. I also talk about why doing the FAFSA in high school is...
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College Talk - Ep. 38 - Putting PRIDE in the College Search Process
Teachers, counselors, K-12 administrators, parents, and guardians this episode is for YOU and it is important! I am joined by the lovely Melissa Monier to discuss how important talking about LGBTQIA+ friendly campuses and intersectionality in the college search process is. We cover some…
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College Talk - Ep. 37 - First-Gen to First Day
I am joined by Jessica, who is another awesome AdviseMI College Adviser. We talk about her experiences as a first-generation student and some of the challenges and barriers she faced. She talked about her experiences heading to college 8 HOURS AWAY(!!!) and gave some tips and tricks to prepare.…
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College Talk - Ep. 36 - What Are We Doing?!
I chit chat with Jaylee about: what the heck is happening right now?! There are a lot of unknowns and we try to muddle through a few concerning communication and checking in on students as they try to finish out their senior years, deal with some pretty big losses, and somehow prepare for a HUGE...
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College Talk - Ep. 35 - Grad School Goes Global!
This week Shannon talks with us about her experience attending grad school abroad in Galway, Ireland. We talk about the search, the application process, VISAs, and more! Shannon is a fantastic writer and I will be posting a way for you to get connected with her work soon! We will be taking a…
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College Talk Ep. 34 - Workin' 9 to 5
If you couldn't tell from the title, this episode is about working! It's about working full time while attending grad school. I'm joined by Lindsay as she talks about her experiences and gives some great advice to balance all the things! Lindsay is also a counselor and with all that's going on…
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College Talk - Ep. 33 How to Stay Cool in Med School
We're back with another grad school focused episode! This time, we're tackling Medical School. If you want to be a doctor? This episode is for you whether in high school, under grad, or thinking about going back to school. My friend Jake Nelson touches on a lot of important info about finding and...
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College Talk - Ep. 32 Health... Public Health.
Welcome to the second episode in our Grad School Mini Series! We're headed south to Texas to chat with Joanna about her grad school experience so far, including: applying, moving across the dang country, and to learn about what the heck Public Health is all about! Remember! We have a website!...
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College Talk Ep. 31 - Grad is Rad!
Welcome to the first episode in our Grad School Mini Series! We're going to chat with Stephanie about her grad school experience so far, including applying, moving across the state, and the transition from full time work back to full time school! MORE BIG NEWS! We have a website!...
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College Talk Ep. 30 - Wayne Gretzky - Michael Scott
"'You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.' - Wayne Gretzky - Michael Scott" Do your dang scholarship applications! I know they're are a lot of work and you are tired, but just do them. I know they aren't guaranteed, but just do them. When you try there is just as much of a chance for success…
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College Talk Ep. 29 - FAFSA and Loans and TIP, Oh My!
Today we're talking about financial aid and the FAFSA! I'm not alone, and I'm with an actual pro. Katelynn Coon, Director of Financial Aid at LSSU, joins me to chat money. Learn about some upcoming FAFSA changes and pretty much everything else financial aid related! We're on Apple Podcasts and...
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College Talk Ep. 28 - The Giving Season
'Tis the season to be... GIVING! I'm about to take a wee holiday break and rather than putting out a 2 minute podcast about how I was going to take a break, I thought I would introduce you to some amazing organizations! I'll be back the second week of January with a fresh new episode about FAFSA,...
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College Talk Ep. 27 - A First Year Survival Guide
You are all in for a treat on today's episode! I am joined by Asha Shaw and we talk about how she preps her students for their first year in college, her own experiences, and how hearing "no" can be a GOOD thing! Asha brings some amazing words of wisdom and strength to the table. So... listen,...
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College Talk Ep. 26 - The Confessions (Words of Wisdom) of a Transfer Student
This episode, I am joined by Jamie Dorman, and we talk about transferring. We talk about Jamie's personal experiences as a transfer student and give you a glimpse (and some tips) of what a successful transfer experience can look like. If you're not sure if community college is a great place to...
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College Talk Ep. 25 - Four Years or Nah?
Today we are talking about two different college journeys and why four years is not always best. I'm joined by a guest and we share our individual stories, and how we've both found success even though we've done higher education in a very very different way. If you're not sure what to do post…
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College Talk Ep. 24 - 5, 6, 7, 8! We Can Help and Validate!
Applying to college, for financial aid, and even coming face to face with the idea of leaving behind family can be incredibly daunting for students. This week I am joined by THREE amazing second year AdviseMI College Advisers, Juanita Gool, Jackie Deneau, and Brittany Hall, and we talk about what...
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College Talk Ep. 23 - Un-Stall Your Search
The college search can be super fun, but also incredibly tricky. This week my guest, Jacque Ruhland, and I talk about the search, how to start, and how to keep going. We talk match and fit, and some tips to help you decide. We also discuss the dreaded admissions essay! Find resources in the links...
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College Talk Ep. 22 - FAFSA-RAMA!
Stop! It's FAFSA Time! And College Talk is here to help you make sure you've got it all under control! This week's podcast goes through steps to get the FAFSA done, and details what to look for in each section. I touch briefly on verification, but that's another podcast for another time. Check...
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College Talk Ep. 21 - Why Even Bother?
Why go to college? It's expensive and a ton of work... is it worth it? That's what we're going to talk about today because the answer is YES! Today we talk about the why, and I define what I mean when I say "college" (apprenticeships, trade schools, community colleges, private...
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College Talk Ep. 20 - We'[email protected]
Hey hey! Today we are talking about all things tech, and mostly emails. This might not seem like a big deal, but let me tell you, it is. I have spent HOURS on hold with various places over an email. Use this podcast so you don't have to add that stress to your life. The students who sat with me…
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College Talk Ep. 19 - Class of 2020, College Is In Sight
Class of 2020! Your time to shine is here! This podcast is all about you and helping you get started on your college application journey. It's way better to get started now than to play catch up later. Need more than just a listen to get started? I have created a resource folder for: students in...
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College Talk Ep. 18 - Moving On In, Moving On Up!
Hey! Welcome back to College Talk! This week we talk move in. What to bring? What if my roommate is the WORST?! What if everyone thinks I'm a dork because I brought my giant Brave movie poster? (Forget them! Brave is one heck of a movie! Plus, real friends will accept you no matter what.) I cover...
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College Talk Ep. 17 - FERPA... What's the deal?!
Parents! This one is for you! We're talking FERPA and whatever that means today. There's a big difference between the rights FERPA gives you in K-12 and the rights FERPA gives your student, and not you, in college. Let's go figure that out! US Dept. of Education:...
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College Talk Ep. 16 - Summer Summer (and success!) Time
Disclaimer! I marked this episode explicit because I read off a title with a swear word in it. I moved and started a new job! I'm back at it, but I'll be doing podcasts every other week until I'm a little more settled. While I'm adjusting to some pretty big changes, I thought it might be a good...
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College Talk Ep. 15 pt. 2 - An Intro to (Un)Healthy Relationships
Today I am joined by Danielle with WMU's FIRE Place through their Department of Health Promotion and Education. We had to split this episode into two parts; however, combined, both talk about relationships in all facets. We talk about healthy and unhealthy characteristics in a relationship,...
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College Talk Ep. 15 pt. 1 - An Intro to (Un)Healthy Relationships
Today I am joined by Danielle with WMU's FIRE Place through their Department of Health Promotion and Education. We had to split this episode into two parts; however, combined, both talk about relationships in all facets. We talk about healthy and unhealthy characteristics in a relationship,...
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College Talk Ep. 14 - Healthy Expectations
Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Privilege. These are words whose meaning should be thought of often. These are words that should be considered when looking for a college and a campus community. I'm joined by Trice, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator at KVCC, to talk about what these words…
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College Talk Ep. 13 - Thank You For Being A Friend: Making It Through
College isn't easy. It comes with many transitions and challenges. While your journey is yours, students before you have encountered similar struggles. I am joined by Erica and Lindsey, who share some ways to find support on campus, care for yourself, and let success become your friend!
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College Talk Ep. 12 - How To Make Your Resume A Swoldier!
Getting into the college that fits you best is one heck of an accomplishment, but it's just the start of your journey into "the real world". You will also probably have to get job while you're in college, and definitely after! I'm joined by Sarah Hagen, Career Development Specialist at WMU, to...
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College Talk Ep. 11 - Making Fitness Your Business!
Welcome to our first official For the Health of It episode! I am beyond delighted to have Sara Helms with us to talk about health and fitness. Here's the kicker, fitness isn't all about working out. It's about eating and sleeping and water! Oh my! Sara has hooked us up with some great folks to...
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College Talk - Announcement - For the Health Of It!!
We are about to start a new segment! Tune in to see what's what and how you can contribute to topics that we cover in the future. Thank you so much for listening, and I'm excited to get this off the ground starting next week!
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College Talk Ep. 10 - Crossing the Finish Line!
You're so close to those first steps on campus, but there are a few things you need to do first. This week's episode goes over a few of them to make sure you know what's coming next. If you come up with questions, you can always email me at [email protected] or follow me on Instagram…
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College Talk Ep. 9 - Verification, Who Is She?!
Verification, to me, is one of the trickiest parts of the financial aid process. There are a lot of moving pieces, forms with weird names, and like award letters colleges and universities are going to send them every which way! This week's podcast is dedicated to breaking down verification, IDOC,...
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College Talk Ep. 8 - How Manage Your Money Like A Boss!
We focus a lot on health, right? Healthy eating, exercise, mindfulness, and self-care. What about the health of our wallets? Financial health and (dun dun dun) fiscal responsibility are SOOOOO important! This week, I am joined by Rekeesha Winston. Rekeesha is a branch manager with Advia Credit...
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College Talk Ep. 7 - Match and Fit!
I am joined by Tony Ringuette, who has worked in admissions at both public and private 4-year institutions, and we talk match and fit! If you're having a hard time figuring out what college might be best for you, give this podcast a listen!
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Looking for some answers as you navigate your own higher education journey? Join us for College Talk and get some insider info about everything college access.
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