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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastCELEBRATING OUR 700TH EPISODEAfter 699 episodes devoted to amazing conversations about testing, admissions, education, and learning, it's time for something completely different. Amy and Mike invited educator Scott Greenspan to help celebrate our 700th episode. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How did Tests and the Rest start, and how has it changed over time? What impact has the podcast had so far? What are Amy and Mike's theme songs, mentors, and dream vacations? Who else would Amy and Mike be willing to host TATR with? What m...
2026-01-0644 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastQUALITIES OF GREAT EDUCATORS AND COACHESJust about anyone can become an educator or coach, but can anyone become great at it? Amy and Mike invited educator Dan Lerman to enumerate the qualities of great educators and coaches. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What are the foundational qualities of a great tutor or coach? What can be taught to tutors and how? How do you know if you are not a great tutor or coach? Beyond a test, what does a great tutor teach? What is the current st...
2024-12-1031 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Alison MerzelReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Alison Merzel. Alison Merzel is the founder of AHM Advising LLC, an independent educational consulting practice focused on helping high school students and families find their best-fit post-secondary educational options. Prior to launching her business in 2019, Alison was at The Ohio State University's Fisher College of Business for 15 years, most recently as the Senior Director of Graduate Recruiting and Admissions. Alison holds a BS from Northwestern University in Communications and Spanish and a Master of L...
2024-12-0715 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Julie SpakReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Julie Spak. Since 1985, Julie has been connecting students to their futures in her work as a College Admissions Officer, Financial Aid Officer and Honors Program Counselor at the University of New Hampshire, where she received her M.Ed in Counseling and BA in Communication and English. Julie also worked as a School Counselor, so she knows how to help students and families from "both sides of the desk." She is a Past President of New Hampshire School...
2024-12-0517 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Stef MaulerReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Stef Mauler, founder of the Mauler Institute™ and author of The Complete Candidate™. She began working in Ivy League admissions over 30 years ago. She met thousands of high school students and their families as they went through the mysterious Ivy League admissions process. Discovering that the majority of applicants had the academic record, but were not accepted, she set out to find patterns in what differentiated the students who were accepted from those who weren't. Stef holds a B...
2024-12-0417 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Michelle SiddonsReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Michelle Siddons. Michelle is an Associate Member of IECA, a new member of NTPA, and has her Masters in Education from Seton Hall and undergraduate degree from Colgate University. Michelle has been helping high school students for over twenty five years with test prep and the past five years with college counseling. She completed her certificate in college counseling from UCLA. She and her husband live in Mountain Lakes New Jersey, have three young daughters and she se...
2024-12-0316 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Feiyang LiuReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Feiyang Liu. As a naturally introverted high school student, Feiyang felt immense pressure to adopt a bubbly, inauthentic persona for my college applications. This led to a lack of fulfillment and a realization that pretending to be someone he wasn't came with significant consequences. After graduating from UCLA with a degree in Political Science and from USC with a Master's in Education (Enrollment Management and Policy), he grappled with people-pleasing while working in admissions and student services...
2024-12-0218 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW TEST PREP PREPARES YOU FOR COLLEGEThe successful outcome of preparing for the SAT & ACT can yield a massive return on investment, but the real value lies in the process itself. Amy and Mike invited educator Rob Pollak to explore how test prep prepares you for college. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Is test prep all about tips and tricks? How is standardized test prep more than just preparation for one isolated exam? In what way does test prep challenge students to think more strategically about their learning and approach to studying?
2024-11-2629 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastEXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: November 2024The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Once in a while, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our own takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and education. Catch up with us in the latest episode of EXTEMP with Amy & Mike. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What new piece of curriculum did Mike create recently? What is Mike's background in birding?
2024-11-0828 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastALL ABOUT THE ACT TEST ENHANCEMENTSThe ACT has been remarkably stable since the last time the exam was "enhanced" in 1989. However, significant changes are coming more quickly than you might think to this influential college admissions exam. Amy and Mike invited ACT representative Catherine Hofmann to share all the details about the ACT Test Enhancements. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How is the ACT changing? What aspects of the ACT are staying the same? What is the motivation for these enhancements? Will the Enhanced ACT be linear or adaptive?
2024-11-0531 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR MORALE IS CHANGING ADMISSIONSThe current college admissions dynamic where selective schools routinely receive 10, 15, or even 20 times as many applications as they have available seats has been a tremendous source of stress for applicants and their families. But how are the professionals who have to manage these applications holding up? Amy and Mike invited author Teege Mettille to explore how admissions counselor morale is changing admissions. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What exactly is admissions counselor malaise? How have changes on college campuses impacted the admissions process? What are the...
2024-10-2226 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastEXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: October 2024The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Once in a while, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our own takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and education. We hope you enjoy this first episode of EXTEMP with Amy & Mike. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What massive step did Amy take in her test prep business? How many educational projects exactly h...
2024-10-1839 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Sara Kohn Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Sara Kohn, who was raised in South Florida and attended Florida State University, where she obtained a degree in marketing. She later pursued a master's degree in exercise science. About two decades ago, She began tutoring about 20 years ago and eventually established her own company, Ready Set Prep - now called Advanced Test Prep, focusing on high level preparation, particularly for National Merit and the PSAT/NMSQT. She has conducted su...
2024-10-1120 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Reema ChitaliaReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Reema Chitalia, a dedicated test prep expert passionate about shaping the futures of students pursuing education abroad. After earning her Master's degree in the United States and working as a consultant at Deloitte, she recognized gaps in global education systems and utilized technology to tackle these challenges. Before long, she established Edufit, an innovative online test prep platform that offers bite-sized lessons designed for Gen Z, ensuring thorough understanding and lasting retention. Having trained...
2024-10-1017 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Dan CozzensReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Dan Cozzens. Dan has worked at Bespoke Education for almost twenty years: first as a Tutoring Associate, then Operations Director and now COO and Head of Tutoring. Building on individual subject tutoring mastery (including the standardized tests, Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Humanities, Executive Function Coaching and Homework Help), his experience now extends to most facets of the tutoring world: hiring, training and managing tutors; building relationships with families and schools; developing curriculum and materials...
2024-10-0918 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Mary BasseyReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Mary Bassey, a multi-passionate professional whose education and experience has spanned multiple subjects and standardized test types in the tutoring industry, in traditional education, in presenting literature from neuroscience spaces, and in music. After 15 years as a tutor, she founded Tutoring With Mary in 2022, a business that offers academic support in STEM and English-Language Arts school subjects, test prep support, college essay coaching, and scholarship essay coaching. When she is not tutoring, you can...
2024-10-0816 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Kate FisherReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Kate Fisher, who grew up in Englewood, NJ, and graduated cum laude from Horace Mann School, where she remains an active part of the community and is a member of the Alumni Council. Private tutoring is not Kate's side hustle; rather, she deliberately chose to pursue it as a full-time career because she loves teaching and values cultivating genuine and impactful relationships with her students and their families beyond the boundaries so often required...
2024-10-0717 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Sara KohnReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Sara Kohn, who was raised in South Florida and attended Florida State University, where she obtained a degree in marketing. She later pursued a master's degree in exercise science. About two decades ago, She began tutoring about 20 years ago and eventually established her own company, Ready Set Prep - now called Advanced Test Prep, focusing on high level preparation, particularly for National Merit and the PSAT/NMSQT. She has conducted successful programs across South...
2024-10-0620 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIS ROTC FOR YOU?Many young adults grapple with the decision to either pursue undergraduate education or enter a branch of the U.S. military. Why choose when doing both can pay off in so many different and meaningful ways? Amy and Mike invited college counselor Phil Black to explore answers to the question, "Is ROTC for you?" What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is ROTC and why is it getting so popular? What type of students should consider ROTC? Does an ROTC commitment improve admissions outcomes? How...
2024-10-0131 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTHE ROLE OF TEST SCORES IN COLLEGE MERIT AIDWe all know that getting into and paying for college represent two very different challenges. But what if you could focus on factors that improve your odds of accomplishing both at the same time? For a surprising number of schools, you can! Amy and Mike invited educator Brian Eufinger to explain the role of test scores in college merit aid. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What's the difference between need-based aid and merit aid? Can people with incomes too high for need-based aid still qualify? What are merit...
2024-09-2424 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTHE ROLE OF RAPPORT IN EDUCATIONAL RELATIONSHIPSWhen learners work with teachers, tutors, consultants, and coaches, developing domain mastery and a strategic plan is an obvious component of success. Less obvious, however, is the instrumental roles personality and chemistry play in the learning process. Amy and Mike invited Jagmohan Durganandan to explore the role of rapport in educational relationships. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does rapport mean in an educational or coaching context? Why does rapport matter? How can educators and coaches cultivate effective rapport? What is the role of...
2024-08-2730 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTHE NEED FOR TESTING SITES IN CALIFORNIACalifornia is the most populous American state with a veritable cornucopia of exceptional and reasonably well-funded high schools. Why, then, do Californian teens need to travel hundreds–and sometimes thousands–of miles to sit for the SAT or ACT? Amy and Mike invited student Sebastian Gillmore and educator David Blobaum to discuss the need for testing sites in California. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is the problem with SAT & ACT testing locations in California? Why are testing locations so scarce? Why is access to testing so c...
2024-07-0925 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTHE PARENT TRANSITION FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO COLLEGEWe focus so much on our teens getting through high school and into college yet spend little time looking at the space between or how everyone involved needs to change and adapt for success. Amy and Mike invited educator Dr. Andrea Malkin Brenner to discuss the parent transition from high school to college. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What role can parents play to support their students as they become self-reliant and college-ready? What are the major differences between being a high school parent and a college parent?
2024-06-2526 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastWHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT TRANSFERRINGWhile choosing a college feels like one of the biggest decisions of your life, choosing to leave one may be even more difficult. That said, swapping the wrong school for the right one can do wonders for your grades, mental health, and future prospects. Amy and Mike invited college advisor Jaime Smith to explore what you should know about transferring. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How common is college transfer? How has the rise of credible online programs impacted transfers? What are the best and worst...
2024-06-1127 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Alex PintReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Alex Pint, the owner and founder of Pathway Prep in Kansas City! Alex attended Kansas State University, where he received a BS/MS in Architectural Engineering. To earn some extra money during college, he got a campus job tutoring math and physics, and thus the seed of being an educator was planted. After graduating in 2015, Alex started working at a KC consulting engineering firm but soon began a test prep side hustle. Alex continued...
2024-06-0717 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Remy Zaken AndersenReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Remy Zaken Andersen. Remy is a graduate of Columbia University, where she majored in Psychology with a focus on social cognition and emotion. A former professional actress, she serves as a strong role model for students striving for academic excellence while balancing extracurricular and career interests. She scored in the 99th percentile on the ACT and SAT, and also received perfect scores of 5 on the AP exams in Biology and US History. ...
2024-06-0616 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Jason HankinsReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Jason Hankins, who graduated in the year 2000 from Milwaukee School of Engineering with a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering and a minor in Business Administration. Jason works full time as a Software Engineer and part-time as a test prep tutor. He has a love of math and teaching others how to understand it. In 2004 he started his tutoring business, J. Digital Tutoring Services. He specialized in tutoring mathematics courses, math sections of standardized tests...
2024-06-0511 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Loni LebanoffReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Loni Lebanoff founded CogniTutor with a simple mission: help millions of students Learn to Learn. She is an international teacher who, to name a few, has worked with doctors in Vietnam, taught English to Italian children, and conducted piano lessons in Canada. Loni conducts and studies the latest research on memory, learning, and cognition. She demonstrates her belief in life-long learning through her dance, art, musical instruments, and other varied pursuits. Through her research, learning...
2024-06-0417 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Mike SetteleReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Mike Settele, the founder of Settele Tutoring, an SAT prep company that specializes in creating user-friendly SAT resources. Mike has published thousands of hours of SAT lessons on his YouTube channel, which are watched every day by students around the world. Mike began his SAT career while an undergraduate at Johns Hopkins University, where he studied political science and philosophy. He started as a Writing section tutor for Capital Educators, a test...
2024-06-0318 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW TO GUARANTEE CAREER SUCCESS AFTER COLLEGEAn undergraduate education should never be mistaken for a job training program. That said, gainful employment is usually the obvious expectation after graduation. Amy and Mike invited educator Bill Coplin for thoughts on how to guarantee career success after college. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Why is coursework alone not enough to explore and get jobs? Is there academic coursework that would help build skills, experience, and networks? How should students increase their chances of getting internships and/or part-time jobs? Are some colleges...
2024-05-2828 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastWHO SHOULD TAKE THE CLT?Now that we're moving back to more of a test-required college admissions paradigm, the pressing question for most students regards which test to take. In some cases, the answer is not as binary as you might expect. Amy and Mike invited counselor Becky Priest to explore who should take the CLT? What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is a classical education? What is the Classic Learning Test? What schools currently accept the CLT as an admissions test? What kind of student does well on...
2024-05-2124 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTOOLS AND TIPS TO BUILD YOUR EDUCATIONAL PRACTICEFor many teachers, tutors, counselors, and coaches, the actual delivery of insight, expertise, and service comes easy. Creating and maintaining business structure and processes, on the other hand, can be an ongoing challenge. Amy and Mike invited educator Danny Pernik to explore tools and tips to build your educational practice. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What qualifies as an educational practice in a discussion like this? What considerations make sense for anyone building an educational practice? Why are websites so valuable for educational businesses? ...
2024-05-1430 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastGETTING READY FOR THE AP GOVERNMENT EXAMThe Advanced Placement exams represent some of the most challenging subject-specific standardized tests a high schooler might ever take. Amy and Mike believe that every test warrants smart, serious preparation, so we invited educator Dan Corrigan to share valuable strategies, insights, and resources for getting ready for the AP United States Government and Politics exam. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is tested on the AP Government and Politics exam? What are the highest priority topics for this exam? How should students prepare for the AP...
2024-04-2325 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTESTING POLICIES AND EDUCATIONAL EQUITY REVISITEDTheories that standardized testing impeded equity in admissions decisions drove the pandemic-era test optional movement. With a few years of real-world data, we can now examine the accuracy of those theories. Amy and Mike invited student advocate Dr. Yoon Choi to revisit the review of testing policies and educational equity. What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. What does the research say about testing and equity? 2. How do standardized tests help predict college readiness? 3. Why do many states and school districts in the U.S. use the SAT...
2024-04-1627 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastPOWER DYNAMICS IN COLLEGE ADMISSIONSStudents and their families anxiously awaiting acceptance letters often feel helpless throughout the college admissions process. Little do they realize how quickly the advantage can shift in their favor. Amy and Mike invited educator Debra Landesberg to explore the concept of power dynamics in college admissions. What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. Why are power dynamics worth considering in the admissions process? 2. Who holds the most power before applications are submitted? 3. Who holds the most power once applications are submitted? 4. Who holds the most power...
2024-04-0928 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastBUSTING MYTHS ABOUT HOW TO PAY FOR COLLEGESome rumors about the costs of college are true. For example, some colleges this year will establish record highs in tuition and fees. But does that mean you can trust everything you've heard? Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Ann Garcia to bust some pervasive myths about how to pay for college. What are five myths that are busted in this episode? Myth #1: We're not poor and our student isn't an athlete, so we're stuck paying full price for college. Myth #2: I have a 4.6 GPA so I will get merit scholarships wherever I...
2024-04-0226 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Jennifer StephanReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Dr. Jennifer Stephan. Jennifer has held a variety of roles across top colleges and universities, including professor, academic dean, and board of admissions member, in addition to serving as a private college counselor, alumni interviewer for Johns Hopkins University, and parent of three. She holds a BS degree in electrical engineering from Johns Hopkins University, as well as an MS and a PhD in electrical and computer engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. Jennifer is currently...
2024-03-2917 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Hanna StotlandReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Hanna Stotland, who flunked out of high school, got a G.E.D., and went on to graduate from Harvard College and Harvard Law School. Since 1999, she has been an independent admissions consultant specializing in educational crisis management, including Title IX, substance abuse and mental illness. Her recent professional presentations include conferences of the Independent Educational Consultants Association, the Higher Education Consultants Association, nine regional ACACs, and Families Advocating for Campus Equality. She has also been featured...
2024-03-2818 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Carolyn MulliganReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Carolyn P. Mulligan, who attended Bucknell University, where she graduated with a degree in English Literature. She has been proud to have been a counselor for many years at the Bucknell College Admissions Summer Workshop. She worked in public relations in NYC. She helped to open the Museum of Holography in Soho and worked for the Jamaica Tourist Board. Carolyn is also a professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), the National Association fo...
2024-03-2716 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Alyson CampbellReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Alyson Campbell, a member of Estrela Consulting, a boutique college planning firm in the greater Cleveland, Ohio area. She has worked in various aspects of higher education and consulting over the past decade including college athletics and college admission (Baldwin Wallace University, Berea, OH), application review (The Ohio State University), and now as an IEC with Estrela. Alyson likens her current experience as an IEC to her experience as a former college basketball athlete a...
2024-03-2617 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE:Tracy SullivanReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Tracy Sullivan. Tracy, co-founder of College 101 Admissions Consultants, lives in Wrentham, MA with her husband Jim, who is a scientist (very helpful during COVID-19!). A graduate of Providence College, Tracy built a successful career in both sales and as a serial entrepreneur. A mom of two college graduates, Tracy continues to cheer her kids on as they pursue their own professional dreams. Her daughter Rachel is building a very successful career with a technology company in Boston, w...
2024-03-2517 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW COLLEGES ADMIT BY MAJORApplicants often look at the requirements and selectivity of a school as standard for every one of its courses of study, only to find that certain programs are WAY harder to get into than others. Amy and Mike invited educator Lisa Marker-Robbins to explain how colleges admit by major. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does it mean to apply to a school by major? What factors need to be taken into account when considering certain majors? What can families do to know if a college...
2024-03-1926 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastWHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE GRE IN 2024The GRE General Test may be the world's most widely used admissions test for graduate & professional school, which makes the assessment important to anyone considering graduate, business, or law school. Amy and Mike invited educator Vince Kotchian to share details on what to know about the GRE in 2024. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does the GRE test and how has it changed over the years? What should students, tutors, and counselors know about the shorter GRE? What should test takers know about the computer-based format...
2024-03-1226 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW TO CHOOSE A COLLEGE COUNSELORConsidering how exponentially complex the college admissions process has become in the last decade, the decision to work with an independent college counselor makes sense. The bigger question is, "Which one?" Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Julie Kim to explore considerations on how to choose a college counselor. What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. How do you know if you need a college counselor? 2. What are some of the most important traits to look for in an IEC? 3. What can a small or solo practice provide...
2024-02-2729 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Jeffrey DaltonReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Jeffrey Dalton, who graduated from New York University in 2006 with a Bachelor's in Linguistics and Languages. After college, he taught English in Lahore, Pakistan for 4 years where he helped middle school students develop their literacy in English. After returning to the USA, Jeffrey worked for 2 years as a Math and Verbal tutor for SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT in New York and New Jersey for a leading international test prep company before making the...
2024-02-1616 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Ari FreumanReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Ari Freuman, the Founder and Lead Tutor at Ivy Tutor. He began his tutoring career in 2013, serving students in New York City and Northern New Jersey. As a tutor, Ari recognized how difficult it was for parents to find effective SAT and ACT tutors like himself. To address this need, Ari assembled and trained a team of dynamic and inspiring tutors, creating what is today, Ivy Tutor. Ari is obsessed with delivering r...
2024-02-1418 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Nikki RooksReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Nikki Rooks, a lifelong learner with a love for helping students build confidence and achieve their academic goals! After changing majors a few times, she graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with undergraduate degrees in mathematics and computer science. Nikki worked in the IT field for 5 years before deciding to pursue her passion for education and becoming a full-time tutor. Nikki primarily works with middle and high school students i...
2024-02-1315 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Paul ObermanReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Paul Oberman, who has been involved with education since 1989 as a teacher, principal, and head of school. He has been at boarding schools and day schools, Catholic schools and Jewish schools and non-denominational schools, single gender schools and coed schools, progressive schools and conservative schools. He has coached all of the mainstream sports: springboard diving, Ultimate Frisbee, and water polo. In the summer of 2023, Paul started his own tutoring company, Oberman Tutoring, w...
2024-02-1215 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastSPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Anti-Boring Learning LabSPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Anti-Boring Learning Lab The community of educators obsessed with sharing the science-backed study skills and executive function strategies every student needs to thrive with educator Gretchen Wegner. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is the story behind the Anti-Boring Learning Lab? How does the Anti-Boring Learning Lab work? Who are the ideal clients for the Anti-Boring Learning Lab? What kinds of outcomes do clients experience? What should someone curious about the Anti-Boring Learning Lab know about it?
2024-01-2619 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW TENNIS AND TEST PREP ARE SIMILARBillie Jean King described tennis as a perfect combination of violent action taking place in an atmosphere of total tranquility. In a lot of ways, taking a high-stakes exam feels the same way. Amy and Mike invited educator Scott Greenspan to explore how tennis and test prep are similar. What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. What makes tennis such a perfect analogy for testing? 2. What can aspiring test takers learn from tennis? 3. In what ways are tennis players and test takers alike? 4. What is the...
2024-01-1628 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW CAN TUTORS USE AI?Every innovation in technology eventually impacts education, yet artificial intelligence already seems poised to transform the way people learn and teach at every level. Amy and Mike invited technology expert Amit Jain to explore how tutors can use AI. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How have Large Language Models (LLMs) solved the decades-old problem of Natural Language Processing (NLP)? How is AI helping curate and personalize content for individual students? How is AI enhancing comprehension and engagement, and bridging cultural and linguistic gaps for students?
2024-01-0926 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastALL ABOUT DIGITAL SAT READING & WRITINGThe digital SAT may look like the future of standardized admissions tests, but the exam continues a long tradition of verbal priorities. The more things change, the more they stay the same! Amy and Mike invited educator Lori Goldstein to talk all about digital SAT Reading & Writing. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How is the SAT Reading & Writing section structured? How important are vocabulary skills on the test? What makes SAT Reading questions so difficult? What makes SAT Writing questions so difficult? ...
2024-01-0227 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastALL ABOUT THE AMERICAN MATH COMPETITIONMathematics is one of the fundamental tools for understanding the universe, nothing less than the science and study of quality, structure, space, and change. That doesn't mean, though, that we can't make a contest of it, especially if doing so can uncover a generation's brightest math minds. Amy and Mike invited Vida John to explain all about the American Math Competition. What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. What is the American Math Competition, and who runs it? 2. How is the AMC scored and what is a good score? 3...
2023-12-0527 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW IMPORTANT IS GPA IN COLLEGE ADMISSIONS?We all know that the first and most influential item in a college application is the academic record, right? But, at a time when everything else in the calculations of selective colleges seems uncertain, can we be so sure the role of grades hasn't changed as well? Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Susie Watts to explore just how important GPA is in college admissions. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Will a low high school GPA keep you out of college? Will a high GPA guarantee you get...
2023-11-1428 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastWHEN IS DUAL ENROLLMENT A GOOD OPTION?Earning valuable college credit while fulfilling high school requirements sounds too good to be true, and yet many teens do exactly this every year. Why don't more? Amy and Mike invited educator Dr. Amanda Sterk to explore when dual enrollment is a good option. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What exactly does dual enrollment mean? What are the benefits of dual enrollment? Do many students pursue dual enrollment opportunities? Are dual enrollment credits always transferable? What if your school doesn't offer a...
2023-10-3124 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastBREAKING THROUGH TEST SCORE PLATEAUSStudents, parents, and even teachers sometimes fall prey to the misconception that academic improvement follows a perfectly linear path with each performance a marked improvement over the last. If only! Amy and Mike invited educator Shahar Link to explore strategies for breaking through test score plateaus. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How can you tell the difference between a score ceiling and a plateau? What are the most reliable ways to break through score plateaus? What are the most common score levels where students hit plateaus?
2023-10-1027 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastDOES GROWTH MINDSET MATTER?Few concepts in education and performance psychology are as universally accepted as that of the power of a growth mindset. Does that mean the research is conclusive and settled? Not exactly. Amy and Mike invited journalist Jill Barshay to dig into an unexpectedly controversial question–does growth mindset matter? What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. What is growth mindset? 2. How new is the concept of growth mindset? 3. What is the research evidence for growth mindset? 4. Is the science behind growth mindset universally accepted? 5. Sho...
2023-10-0325 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastADMISSIONS NOTES FOR THE HS CLASS OF 2024Every year, timeless verities related to getting into college–or even what colleges a student can get into–give way to painful, new truths and exciting, new opportunities. Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Rebecca Stuart-Orlowski to return to the show with admissions notes for the HS graduating class of 2024. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does it truly mean to build a balanced college list? What's a good way to help manage expectations for students who are applying to highly selective colleges? How optional are test...
2023-09-2628 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastUSING BRAIN SCIENCE TO HELP YOUR TEEN NAVIGATE THE COLLEGE PROCESSEvery aspect of being or raising a teenager is complicated by the emotional, irrational, and idiosyncratic responses inherent to all of us. Luckily, psychologists have been piecing together some strategies for bringing order to our typical chaos. Amy and Mike invited counselor Samantha Straub to explore using brain science to help your teen navigate the college process. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What distinguishes the teen brain from the adult brain? What are the implications that adolescent brain development has on the college process? What...
2023-09-1926 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW THE DIGITAL SAT IS SCOREDEvery time a sophisticated educational assessment changes, every aspect has to be reconsidered and possibly changed. The digital adaptive SAT is no exception, and one particular aspect of that test has transformed substantially. Amy and Mike invited educator Brenna O'Neill to explain how the digital SAT is scored. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How does multistage adaptive scoring work on the digital SAT? Does every question count the same on the dSAT? What is Item Response Theory (IRT) and how does it apply on the dSAT?
2023-08-2931 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Keith BrownReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Keith Brown, Ph.D. With a strong foundation in standardized tests such as ACT, SAT, and PSAT, Keith is committed to guiding students toward academic excellence. His teaching journey commenced at CalTech, where he earned an MS and Ph.D. in Biology, amassing extensive tutoring experience exceeding 4000 hours. Having served as a Teaching Assistant, he has mastered the art of instilling self-assurance and motivation in students, nurturing their autonomy in learning. Keith holds degrees...
2023-08-2515 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Maria HarmonReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Maria Harmon. With an MIT degree and love of all things STEM, Maria knows the value of curiosity and its power inside and outside the classroom. She attended a vocational high school, studying under electricians for 4 years. Her Environmental Engineering degree led her to visit farmers in India, get dirty with waste-pickers in Nicaragua, and chase volcanic smog around Hawai'i. Yet every experience has built her passion for unlocking student potential. Since 2011, she has...
2023-08-2413 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Kartik SardaReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Kartik Sarda. At 25, Kartik's journey is a promising one, marked by an intriguing blend of entrepreneurship, education, and creativity. It all began at Streamline Learning, where Kartik spent three years juggling roles, from tutoring to handling their digital marketing and product development. His entrepreneurial spirit then led him to found two startups: Saathi Global Education Network and Seven Square Learning. Saathi GEN was an ambitious venture aimed at creating a global networking...
2023-08-2317 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Josh KutchaiReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Josh Kutchai, a private SAT/ACT and curriculum tutor. Josh teaches all sections of the SAT and ACT as well as curriculum mathematics up to and including calculus BC. Josh grew up in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he spent a lot of time playing basketball and piano. He then moved to New Jersey to attend Princeton University, where he majored in mathematics and minored in music. After struggling to become a famous rock 'n' roll...
2023-08-2216 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastWHY STUDENTS SHOULD GET TO KNOW THEIR TEACHERSAt every level of education, teachers serve irreplaceable roles as purveyors of knowledge, curators of culture, and gatekeepers to priceless opportunities and understandings. So why do students seem to so desperately avoid their instructors? Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Dale Troy to enumerate the compelling reasons why students should get to know their teachers. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How does knowing your teachers–and having them know you–open up opportunities? What are the best ways for students to get to know their teachers? Why...
2023-08-1523 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTOP TIPS TO PASS YOUR STUDY VISA INTERVIEWIn many ways, higher education can be considered one of the top U.S. exports, especially when you consider just how long the line of prospective international students is. Amy and Mike invited visa expert Ben Arterburn to share top tips to pass your study visa interview. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Who needs a visa to study in the United States? What is the main reason someone is denied a visa? What is the biggest mistake visa applicants make? How can a visa...
2023-08-1125 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastNAVIGATING COLLEGE AND ADMISSIONS AS AN LGBTQ+ STUDENTSuccess in college depends on more than just finding the right academic fit–you have to find an environment where you can be yourself in all the ways that are important to you. Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Robert Powers to share insights into navigating college and admissions as an LGBTQ+ student. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What are important factors to consider when trying to find the right fit as an LGBTQ+ student? What are the different campus organizations that support the social and emotional identity of...
2023-08-0130 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTHE W-CURVE MODEL AND NEW COLLEGE STUDENTSNew college students invariably arrive on campus flush with optimism for all the good times, academic successes, and healthy relationships ahead. If only life proceeded that smoothly… Amy and Mike invited educational consultant Lee Norwood to explain the W-Curve Model and new college students. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is the W-Curve Model? How do the five stages of the W-Curve Model map levels of student comfort at school? Why should new college students be prepared for culture shock? How can having this W...
2023-07-2529 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastWHO LOSES WHEN WE ABOLISH ENTRANCE EXAMS?Admissions decisions for selective educational programs require as much useful data about applicants as possible, particularly regarding academic skills and ability. Is it possible that opponents of standardized testing seek something other than a fair and transparent selection process? Amy and Mike invited educator Daniel Buck to explore who loses when we abolish entrance exams. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How widespread has the elimination of entrance exams been? What is the history of standardized tests as entrance exams? What factors have replaced the data provided b...
2023-07-2126 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Jenny BuyensReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Jenny Buyens, an independent educational consultant who enjoys assisting phenomenal young people in dreaming BIG! She helps families steer through the college admissions process with a minimum of stress and a maximum of fun. Jenny asks tough questions, challenges perceptions, while always listening and tailoring the journey for each individual student. She helps direct a team of 13 counselors to deliver the best, always, to their clients. Find Jenny at jenny@collegeconnectors.com. PLAYLIST
2023-07-0616 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Tonica JohnsonReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Tonica Johnson. Her experiences as a first-generation college student and high school teacher of seven years are what led Tonica to create Cardinal College Planning to help students and their families in the college selection process. College is one of the largest investments a family will make, so the stress of making the right decision is understandable! She eases the anxiety and makes this process enjoyable for everyone involved through efficient and effective college planning services.
2023-07-0515 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Jen NelsonReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Growing up in suburban Minnesota, Jen Nelson made her way to the West Coast when she started college in Santa Cruz, CA. Majoring in English and psychology, Jen spent her early post-college years teaching high school English and drama. Her family moved between the West Coast and New Zealand for several years, so Jen chose to home-educate her kids. Finally landing in Washougal, WA in 2013, Jen found herself ready to launch her second-half-of-life career. With extensive e...
2023-07-0416 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastIEC PROFILE: Nancy SteensonReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced independent educational consultant? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Nancy Steenson, a graduate of Tufts University, owner of Steenson College Coaching, and member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and the New England Association for College Admission Counseling. Nancy visits dozens of colleges per year, and founded, chairs and moderates a group of 40 independent counselors who meet weekly to share best practices. She believes that many students underestimate the college admissions process and helps to market them in their best light by sharing underutilized strategies in...
2023-07-0316 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions Podcast500. CELEBRATING OUR 500TH EPISODEThe success of the Tests and the Rest podcast can be credited to our focus on fascinating guests with specific expertise and insight into admissions, testing, education, and learning. To celebrate our 500th episode, we're throwing all that away to focus on ourselves! Amy and Mike invited educator Brian Eufinger to guest host our first show devoted to listener questions. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What were Mike and Amy's favorite topics, most famous guests, and most popular episodes? How spontaneous are podcast conversations, and do we record...
2023-06-3036 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastCOMPARING MOST POPULAR AND MOST LUCRATIVE COLLEGE MAJORSWhile a college education represents far more than just job training, a substantial return on that tuition investment certainly doesn't hurt. Amy and Mike invited policy expert Michael Itzkowitz to compare the most popular and most lucrative college majors. What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. Do college graduates tend to earn more than non-graduates? 2. How should we evaluate the return on investment of college? 3. Which college majors currently pay the most right out of school? 4. How does this list compare to the most popular college...
2023-06-2726 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL COLLEGE FRESHMANEntering the halls of higher education for the first time can feel momentous and exciting, which is true. What is also true is how challenging life can be at the next level of education, especially if you aren't ready for what lies ahead. Amy and Mike invited educator Scott Lutostanski to share how to be a successful college freshman. What are five things you will learn in this episode? In what critical way does life at college differ from the high school experience? What is the definition of success for a college freshman?
2023-06-2329 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU ARE READY FOR COLLEGE?Graduation from high school may signal the natural time to enter the halls of higher education, but is that actually the right time? Amy and Mike invited psychologist Tamir Rotman to answer a question that should be asked more often: "How do you know if you are ready for college?" What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does it mean to be ready for college? What are the consequences when a student is not ready for college? What skills and traits should students possess before they arrive...
2023-06-2026 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastADMISSIONS CONSIDERATIONS FOR AVIATION MAJORSBelieve it or not, you can go to college to learn to become a pilot or work in the airline industry. Just keep in mind how much there is to know if you're hoping to get a career in aviation off the ground. Amy and Mike invited college consultant Malinda Schantz to share admissions considerations for aviation majors. What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. What are the different aviation majors? 2. What are some considerations to keep in mind when researching professional pilot programs? 3. How is the application...
2023-06-1325 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastWHAT IS THE HIGHLANDS ABILITY BATTERY?When the time comes to select courses of study and future career paths, we hope to align what we are interested in with what we excel at. The preference part may be easy, but determining our strengths and weaknesses often requires expert assessment. Amy and Mike invited educator Marcus Gray to explain the Highlands Ability Battery. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is the Highlands Ability Battery, and how does it help students discover their strengths and weaknesses? In what ways does the Highlands Ability Battery contribute to i...
2023-06-0927 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHOW TO SPEAK TO A COLLEGE ADMISSIONS REPAs the primary ambassadors to prospective students throughout the application process, college admission representatives manage most communication on behalf of their institutions. So how should applicants communicate with them? Amy and Mike invited educator John Durante to share advice on how to speak to a college admissions rep. What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. What, in your experience, is the role of a college admissions representative? 2. What kind of questions should applicants ask admissions reps? 3. What kind of questions should applicants avoid asking admissions reps? 4...
2023-06-0625 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTHE BETTER FAFSA FOR NEW & PREVIOUS FILERSThe Free Application for Federal Student Aid has always been a crucial but complicated and challenging step in receiving financial aid for college or graduate school. What improvements does the future hold? Amy and Mike invited financial aid advisor Ed Recker to explain the impact of the Better FAFSA for both new and previous filers. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What are the major differences in the current FAFSA and Better FAFSA? How do these changes impact calculation of the Expected Family Contribution (EFC)? Does this...
2023-06-0226 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Mackenzie LeeReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Mackenzie Lee, Mackenzie Lee operates a "solopreneur" online tutoring business (website) focused primarily on test prep for the SAT and ACT, though also catering to occasional academic subject tutoring and other standardized tests. He has worked in tutoring for 11 years, first starting in the chemistry tutoring center at the University of South Florida, where he earned a B.S. in Biomedical Sciences and B.A. in German Studies. After college, Mackenzie started working with...
2023-05-2618 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Stefanie ToyeReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Stefanie Toye, the Dean of Tutoring & Test Prep at Collegewise, a collective of admissions consultants and tutors. She has extensive leadership experience, of both full-time and part-time teams, and has helped individual offices, as well as million-dollar divisions, grow through her focus on marketing and streamlining operations. She has 2 decades of experience in the education management and academia sectors, after earning her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and a master's degree in...
2023-05-2514 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Nick RubinReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Nick Rubin, who grew up in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He returned to graduate school for a Master's in History and a PhD in Musicology. He taught high school and college courses in various disciplines for over twenty years and started Rubin Academics in 2019. He teaches in-person and on Zoom out of Charlottesville, Virginia. Find Nick at rubinacademics@gmail.com. ABOUT...
2023-05-2421 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Ingrid MoatsReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Ingrid Moats, the founder of Tampa Bay Test Prep, who started the company as a way to give back to the community. She worked as a math teacher and credit recovery specialist in the public school system for over 10 years and she started the company as a way to help students who were just one test away from getting their high school diploma. Through her services, she would be able to help...
2023-05-2316 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Jim ShaverReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST Meet Jim Shaver, who has been working with and preparing students for the ACT for 11 years. He has followed a very non-traditional path to his current career in the test prep industry. After earning his bachelor's degree in secondary education, Jim served as an officer in the U.S. Army for 25 years. He drew from his years of experience in training Soldiers and Cadets to develop his personal approach to test prep. Jim initially began...
2023-05-2216 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastCOMMON MISTAKES IN APPLYING FOR ACT ACCOMMODATIONSSometimes, the best way to ensure that everyone taking a test is compared fairly is to make sure that not everyone takes the test the exact same way. Testing accommodations are meant to level the playing field in the case of disability or differences. Amy and Mike invited accommodations expert Bailey Graham to describe common mistakes in applying for ACT accommodations. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What accommodations are available to test takers? What is the right timeline for requesting accommodations? How important is professional documentation...
2023-05-1926 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastWHAT IS SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING?While schools are recognized primarily as institutions of academic study and knowledge acquisition, students learn so much more there… especially when they are in the right frames of mind. This is where SEL comes in. Amy and Mike invited educator Andy Tucker to answer the common question, "What is social and emotional learning?" What are five things you will learn in this episode? What exactly does social and emotional learning (SEL) entail? Why is SEL so relevant in educational conversations? What is the educational benefit of SEL? Why is SE...
2023-05-1626 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastCOLLEGE ESSAYS IN THE AGE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCEOne of the major selling points of the current wave of natural language processing tools driven by AI technology is assistance in composing essays. What, then, are the implications for any admissions process that depends heavily on authentic writing samples? Amy and Mike invited educator Barak Rosenbloom to consider the state of college essays in the age of artificial intelligence. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Can current AI really write as well as humans? What makes the act of writing an application essay intrinsically valuable? Are...
2023-05-0926 min
The Entrepreneur Coach PodcastBri Seeley: Staying Motivated and Avoiding Burnout While Running a Side HustleThis week on 'The Success Diaries' podcast your host, Bri Seeley, answers a question a Posse member, "How do you stay motivated and avoid burnout while running a side hustle?" Bri shares her tips from 7-years of side hustling including developing a practice, implementing boundaries, time management and visioning.
2022-03-2219 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastACT TIR & SAT QASBoth College Board and ACT offer the opportunity to order copies of certain official test dates. Should students or teachers take advantage of this offer? Amy and Mike invited educator Haley Seeley to take a deep dive into ACT TIR and ACT QAS. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What are the ACT TIR and the SAT QAS? What is the difference between QAS and SAS? For which dates are the ACT TIR and SAT QAS available? How do you obtain a copy of your TIR and QAS? How should students and...
2021-07-1630 min
Not Film SchoolEp.39 Demon Slayer: Mugen Train (feat. Gabrielle)Tanjiro and Nezuko ain't got NOTHIN on this brother/sister crime-fighting, anime watching duo! Featuring:Gabrielle SeeleyKyle's little sister, and bestest sibling! Musical Recommendation:SVVAMP Contact Not Film School:Email - ThisIsNotFilmSchool@gmail.comInsta - @NotFilmSchoolPodcastFacebook - Not Film School Special Thanks:Ryan Maguire - Intro MusicBrieana Woodward - ArtJoe Moubhij - IT Advice And Koyoharu Gotou...
2021-07-121h 42Tests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTEST PREP PROFILE: Jeanne LucasReady to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? Meet Jeanne Lucas. After over two decades of experience in education, Jeanne is no stranger to standardized testing. During her 17 years as a high school English teacher, Jeanne taught in several settings, including a suburban, Catholic high school; an urban, private, alternative high school; and a diverse, inner-city public high school. From 2016 to 2020, she taught GED classes for several Aspire programs, preparing adult learners for all sections of the high-school equivalency exams. She also served as an adjunct instructor and...
2021-03-0416 min
Not Film SchoolEp.07 My Hero Academia - Heroes RisingFeaturing a very special guest, Gabriella Seeley, (Kyle's sister,) Kyle and Gabby discuss what it truly means to be a hero. Kyle will do back flips, and Gabby will run people over, and it.will.be.a.good.time. Enjoy our discourse on a well respected, up and coming anime franchise that deserves every bit of hype that precedes it! Thinking Gabby could make a pretty good voice actress? Email us!thisisnotfilmschool@gmail.com Musical Suggestion:Amigo The Devil Special Thanks To:R...
2020-04-181h 37Tests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastLegal Issues For Educational Enterprises (Part 2)When you work in the business of education, you are bound to receive an education in business law. Don't learn your legal lessons the hard way! Amy and Mike invited attorney Matthew K. Seeley to the Tests and the Rest Winter Conference 2020 to speak about legal issues for educational enterprises. In the second part of his remarkably thorough and insightful presentation, Matthew addressed the legal issues around noncompete agreements and intellectual property. Be sure to download the attached presentation pdf as visual support for this discussion. What are five things you will learn in this ep...
2020-02-0430 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions Podcast59. Legal Issues For Educational Enterprises (Part 1)When you work in the business of education, you are bound to receive an education in business law. Don't learn your legal lessons the hard way! Amy and Mike invited attorney Matthew Seeley to the Tests and the Rest Winter Conference 2020 to speak about legal issues for educational enterprises. In the first part of his remarkably thorough and insightful presentation, Matthew addressed the legal issues around employees and independent contractors. Be sure to download the attached presentation pdf as visual support for this discussion. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Wh...
2020-01-3128 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastPast, Present, and Future of TestingAs long as institutions have required admissions tests, applicants have sought out more efficient and effective ways to prepare for them. Amy and Mike took some time to chat about some interesting aspects of the past, present, and future of test prep. Amy also shared how she got into test prep.. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How is the test prep landscape different today? How has college admissions changed over the years? Does geography influence test choice today as much as in the past? Why...
2019-06-2122 min
The Jody Seeley Show PodcastJody Seeley Show - Episode 6 - Tate's Lemonade StandOn the Jody Seeley Show Podcast we catch up with 11 year old Tate Barton, his Dad Jamie and Aunt Nancy. At 5 years old Tate decided to run a lemonade stand to raise money for cancer after losing him Mom to the disease. Entering the sixth year in business over $38,000 has been raised. Listen for their story and what Tate's big hairy goal is.
2019-05-1711 min
The Jody Seeley Show PodcastJody Seeley Show - Episode 3 Jason McCoyOn the show this week, Jody Seeley sits down to have a conversation with Canadian Country Music icon, Jason McCoy.
They chat about everything from being #1, to be ok with not being #1, to music industry evolution with the Road Hammers to personal growth and Jason's journey of faith.
2018-05-1132 min
The Jody Seeley Show PodcastJody Seeley Show - Episode 1 Meaghan Patrick/Washboard UnionJody Seeley tells us about her new podcast show and catches up with CCMA award winner Meghan Partick to chat about her love of country music and hunting. She also she gets into an interview huddle - literally - with the CCMA award winning group Washboard Union.
2018-01-0521 min