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Michael Arceneaux, author of I Don't Want to Die Poor, speaks with Hanna and Cari about surviving student loan debt.  He puts his own unique humor into the subject ( he almost became a male escort), but he also keeps it real.  Listen in to hear Michael's struggles as a gay, black man paying down his student loans in today's America.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

It's time to rethink how we diet, according to Chef Dr. Michael Fenster.  He's an expert in culinary medicine, and he spoke with Hanna and Cari about how our western diet is harming us.  The processed foods we eat are not only harming our physical health, but our mental health.  Our food in today's America is also not beneficial to the environment, as it is shipped from overseas or nationwide.  Chef Dr. Mike is not here to judge our habits or our tastes; he's here to help us learn about our food and how it impacts our health.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

 Many of us juggle multiple tasks throughout our day, but almost none like guest Amiiya  Smalls.  She is a law student,  experience digital marketing coordinator, a JD candidate, and she works in the sports and e-commerce industry.  She works for Nike as an influencer marketing coordinator, and she certainly shows us that having a full plate will not hold her back.  She lives and breathes the saying "Attitude is everything."Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Scarlett Lewis, mother of Jesse who was killed at the Sandy Hook shooting, talks with Hanna and Cari about her movement Choose Love, and how choosing love can prevent bullying and tragedy in our schools.  Scarlett is the founder of the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Foundation.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Kris Holmes, author of the book Ignite Your Career, speaks with Hanna and Cari on how to land your dream job.  She gives advice on how to decide which career fits you so you will be happy and find success.   Listen in to ignite your career!Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Jon Gordon, author of Training Camp: What the Best Do Better Than Everyone Else, shares with Hanna and Cari about success, hard work, and excellence.  He says it's not about comparing yourself to others, because someone will always be better than you at one point or another.  It's about being your best self, and striving to be better each and every day.  Listen in to learn how to be a better you.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

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Giovanna Salas, owner of the Heart of Hollywood, has a big heart.  She realizes that succeeding in Hollywood, especially if you aren't from LA, can be really hard.  Her company helps young aspiring actors and actresses succeed in pursuing their dreams in a hard industry.  She is also supporting the arts and designers in the age of COVID.  Her company is hosting a red carpet event to raise funds and awareness of the struggles the arts is experiencing during the pandemic.  Listen in to hear about this good cause.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

American Ninja Warrior is a TV series where top athletes tackle America's most challenging obstacle courses.  On this episode, American Ninja Warrior Colleen McCormack talks with Hanna and Cari about her experience getting accepted onto the show, her training, and her relationship with the other competitors.  Colleen says that American Ninja Warrior is also a metaphor for life.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Halloween is just around the corner.   Stuart Vyse, a former Professor of Psychology at Connecticut College and prolific author, talks with Hanna and Cari about his book Superstition: A Very Short Introduction.  Hanna, Cari, and Stuart talk about the number 13, walking under ladders, Scandinavian folklore, witches at midnight, and all things Halloween.  Listen in to hear all things superstition!Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Most everyone, in one way or another, play at least one sport in their life, whether it's in high school or college.   They learn the valuable lessons of teamwork, good sportsmanship, how to be a leader, and that it's okay to make mistakes, among other lessons.  But for coaches, how do you know if you're being a good coach?  To address this issue, John O'Sullivan, author of the book Every Moment Matters: How the World's Best Coaches Build Championship Teams, spoke with Hanna and Cari about what a good coach does for their teams.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Everyone has heard of The Little Engine That Could where a little blue train engine knew she could eventually get over the mountain if she believed in herself enough. But what about the capability of a small camera to capture images of faraway places and new, unknown plants? Step in Dr. Elliott Horch, an astrophysicist and professor at Southern Connecticut State University. Dr. Elliott talks with Hanna and Cari about the amazing capabilities his little camera has in capturing images in space.This interview is brought to you by Mybookcart.com, a textbook buyback website where you can sell back your Physics textbooks for fast cash.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Not everyone follows the linear path of going to college right out of high school. Tony Russo talked with Hanna and Cari about going to college in his 30's while also being a parent, how he helps his daughters now that they are attending college, and his unique career path to being a journalist, podcast host, and writer.   He encouraged his daughters to go to college the way he had, which was to try different subjects to see what they liked. When they graduated, they weren't stuck in a career they didn't enjoy or want to be in.  Tony has degrees in both philosophy and history, and he discusses how he uses his education to be a better journalist, writer, and producer.This episode is sponsored by Mybookcart.com, a textbook buyback service where you can sell back your college books for fast cash.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

With health professionals and scientists being at the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic, and they are more in the spotlight today than ever, you may wonder what the state of science is today.  Is what we are being told on the news true from a scientific perspective, and how much spin is being put on the articles on social media?  To confront this issue, and to talk about his book, The State of Science, Marc Zimmer talked on the College Talks & More podcast with Hanna and Cari about what is going on in science today.This episode is sponsored by Mybookcart.com, a textbook buyback service where you can sell back your chemistry textbooks for fast cash.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Kelly Kennedy, Associate Director of Student Development and Outreach Career Development, Instructor, and Coach at UConn, talks with Hanna and Cari about how she helps develop a student's career path, and how she assists them in finding a job.  She talks about how important a resume is, what a college student should put on their resume, and how to tell their story during their job interview.  Listen in to hear Kelly give invaluable advice on the job search process.This episode is sponsored by Mybookcart.com, a textbook buyback service where you can sell back your business textbooks for fast cash.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

John Torres, founder and executive director of Bridgeport Caribe Youth Leaders (BCYL), talks with Hanna and Cari about how his organization is changing the lives of youth in Bridgeport, CT.  Bridgeport is Connecticut's largest city.  Six out of ten kids that BCYL serves live in a single family household. There's a huge gap in wealth when you compare Bridgeport to the rest of Fairfield County.  BCYL didn't want to make an excuse as to why their kids could not have the same opportunity as any kid in an affluent area of the United States or even this world. Their goal is to level the playing field by providing their kids access and exposure to sports and education.This episode is sponsored by Mybookcart.com, a textbook buyback service where you can sell back your books for fast cash.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

The freshman year of college can be a make it or break it moment for many.  To give advice and insights on how to survive that tricky first year of college, Bill McGarvey, co-author of the book The Freshman Survival Guide, talked with College Talks & More hosts Hanna and Cari about doing just that.  He co-authored the book with Nora Bradbury-Hale, and it helps freshmen get through the first critical year of college.  Incoming college students will face the biggest challenge of their life when transitioning from high school to college.This episode is sponsored by Mybookcart.com, a textbook buyback service where you can sell back your college books for fast cash.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Prepare yourself for the real world by successfully transitioning from college into real life.  Pete Hardesty, coauthor of the book Adulting 101, gives timeless advice on finding new friends, working at a new job, budgeting your money, and setting your priorities.  Life speeds up after graduation, make sure you don't get overwhelmed.  It's OK to make mistakes, learn from them.  Listen in to hear Pete's guidance on how to adult successfully.This episode is sponsored by Mybookcart.com, a textbook buyback service where you can sell back your college books for fast cash.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Some college students play in a band, participate in theater, or do stand up comedy.  But few go on to make performing their full time career.  Juggling performer Greg Frisbee talks with hosts Hanna and Cari about what it takes to succeed in the entertainment industry.  Greg has travelled extensively, experienced different cultures, all while putting smiles on people's faces and making them laugh.  Listen in to hear his unique life experiences, his daredevil tactics, and the struggles and successes of being a performer.  Greg is the owner and performer of The Frisbee Show.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

The cost of attending college is a big worry for families when their child is looking at applying to various schools. To address this concern, Jeannie Burlowski spoke with College Talks & More hosts Hanna and Cari about various strategies parents can utilize to decrease the cost of college. Jeannie is a full time academic strategist and speaker. Her writing provides parents a clear step by step checklist so they can set their kids up to succeed brilliantly in college and graduate debt free and go on to a career they excel at and love. She is the author of Launch: How to Get Your Kids Through College Debt-Free and Into Jobs They Love Afterwards.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Educator Brycial Williams talks with Hanna and Cari about the childhood trauma he experienced because of bullying.  It got so bad that he attempted to take his own life. It still affects him today as an adult.  He warns parents and teachers of the seriousness of bullying, because it can take a turn for the worse quickly and unexpectedly.  He says communication is key.  Parents need to be notified as soon as the bullying occurs.  He also talks about the importance of black, male role models for young, black boys.  Brycial Williams is pursuing his Doctorate in Early Childhood Education and is currently a teacher at Wynne Elementary School in Arkansas.  He is a nominee for Arkansas Teacher of the Year.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Robert Travaglini, an experienced educator, discusses music education and educational frameworks.  He also goes into the current industrial model of education, and how it does not work for some students.  He advocates changing the industrial model so education benefits everyone, not just the middle.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Hildie Steiner, owner of High Five College Prep, discusses how to be your authentic self when applying to colleges.  While academic success is important, your social and emotional readiness is also very important when attending college.  You need to make sure you can successfully handle the rigors and unexpected challenges of attending college.  Hildie talks about how she helps students, especially students with special needs, apply and get accepted to their choice colleges and universities. For students with special needs, Hildie says to make sure to look at the accessibility and disability centers of colleges that you are doing tours of.  Listen here to hear her advice on being your authentic self and making sure you go to the right school that fits your needs.This episode is sponsored by Mybookcart.com, a textbook buyback service where you can sell back your college books for fast cash.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

We've all heard the phrase "Struggling Artist".  But it's not just artists, actors, or actresses that see the challenges of breaking into their fields. Some people just want vanilla, not a rainbow's worth of creativity.  This is the problem that Matt O'Sullivan faced in the broadcasting industry, they kept telling him he was just too creative.  Thinking outside the box is not always what your employer wants.  Listen in to hear about Matt's real struggles in the broadcasting industry.  For 15 years he has produced and hosted his own podcast, The Sully Show, and he has earned multiple college degrees.  This episode is sponsored by Mybookcart.com, a textbook buyback service where you can sell back your college books for fast cash.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Saving, investing, and paying for college can sound daunting, but financial advisor Mike Lynch lays out all the facts.  He offers easy to understand guidance on saving and investing for your or your family's education plans.   He offers invaluable advice on 529 plans, student loans, and if a student should consider taking out life insurance.  He also works with parents of special needs children where he helps the parents plan out their child's financial future.  Mike Lynch is a member of the Barnum Financial Group. Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

David Crow, author of "The Pale-Faced Lie", discusses growing up on an Navajo Indian reservation with his idolized dad, his mentally ill mother, and three siblings. He discusses how he overcame mental and physical abuse during his childhood at the hands of his father.  He goes on to succeed in life by graduating high school, goes onto college, and he becomes a successful businessman by starting his own firm.   Everybody struggles with something, but this book shows that it is never too late, or there is never too much for someone to handle. You can always turn your life around no matter what the circumstances are.  And David reveals how he overcame his hardships using the power of forgiveness.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Speaking clearly and appropriately in a social setting is key to a student's success in life.  Some students struggle, and they may need expert help in developing their speech.  This is where Mr. Tim comes in.  He is a speech-language pathologist who specializes in social-pragmatic communication disorders, which means that an individual has difficulty using verbal and/or non-verbal communication in a social setting.  A social-pragmatic communication disorder can have severe consequences to a student's success as social skills is an important part of having a successful college career.  Listen in to hear Mr. Tim talk with Hanna and Cari about his experiences helping individuals with speech and language skills.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Dr. Hibbs and Dr. Rostein, authors of the book "The Stressed Years of Their Lives", talk about the unique challenges and stressors that young adults face today when heading off to college.  They offer advice and support to parents in preparing their children for the college transition.  Heading off to college is not the same as previous generations, and parents and young adults alike have to be prepared for this stressful time in their lives.  Listen in to hear Hanna and Cari's conversation with the knowledgeable authors.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Brian speaks with hosts Hanna and Cari about the challenges of getting accepted into top-tier colleges, and how his company Ivy Coach helps students achieve their dream of attending their reach school.  He shares insight into what top colleges look for in a student, how difficult it is to be accepted into these schools, and how big a role sports play.  Listen in to hear valuable advice on how to be accepted into ivy league colleges.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Coming up with a plan to pay for college can be stressful and confusing.  Hanna and Cari, along with their guest Robert Farrington, talk about all the different ways you can pay for college, some traditional ways and some rather unique.  Listen in to learn how important proper planning is.  If you do it wrong, it can be disastrous, especially for parents and their retirement.  And don't forget about the side hustle!Guest Robert Farrington is the founder of The College Investor.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Sara talks with hosts Hanna and Cari about the unique challenges she faces being a woman in a male dominated major. She is a senior, studying mechanical engineering at Southern New Hampshire University.  She  also discusses how COVID-19 has affected her studies, she dishes on roommates, offers advice on long distance relationships,  and she gives a review on the food.  Her biggest advice: Women need to just do it.   Don't be afraid, and don't let your fear control you.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Brandy talks with Hanna and Cari about her educational journey to becoming a licensed attorney.  She discusses the requirements of getting into law school, and she provides detailed advice about studying for and passing the LSAT exam.  The law school format is very different than other continuing education programs.  With the first year curriculum (you're called a 1L), everyone around the country is going to essentially take the same classes.  In the second and third year, you can spend time studying an area of law that you find more interesting.  Brandy decided on a concentration in criminal law.  She discusses taking and passing the bar exam.  She says "work harder than you have ever worked before".  There is also the uniform bar exam which allows you to transfer your bar exam score to another uniform bar exam state, and it makes it easier to transfer your law practice to another state.  To become a licensed attorney, you undergo a rigorous character and fitness process.  You need to prove that you are fit for the practice of law. You also have to take the MPRE exam, which tests your legal ethics.  Sponsored by Mybookcart.com.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Elizabeth, an upcoming high school senior, discusses the college admissions process.  She is looking at applying to Connecticut College, UCONN, Wesleyan, and Dickinson, among others.  She is applying early-decision to one school, and for the other schools, she is applying early action or regular decision.  Most schools have gone test optional due to the COVID-19 pandemic, so they are not requiring SAT or ACT scores, but she says that without taking the tests, it's harder to get accepted.  Elizabeth describes the interview process and touring colleges during the COVID-19 pandemic.  She recommends going into the admissions process with a positive attitude,  to plan ahead, and to be organized as it will help reduce the stress of the admissions process.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Brycial discusses how he overcame bullying in his younger years to go on to pursue a doctorate degree in early childhood education at Northcentral University. All his life he's always wanted to be a teacher. Being a teacher is his passion, he loves his students. He calls his students "Scholars". He is an inspiration to all of us. He doesn't let his self-doubt defeat him. He leans on his faith and friends when times get tough.  He says "You can do it, just pursue it." Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

There's a lot of factors that come into play when deciding on a college.  Our guest Gwen, who completed undergraduate and graduate school as have her two children, talks frankly about how to decide where a student should attend college.  She completed a bachelor's and a master's degree in speech and language pathology, and she discusses how a student's personality plays a large part in what school they should attend, in addition to the school's cost.  She says the college doesn't make the student - you can go to Harvard and never get a job or you can go to a small college called Queens College in North Carolina and be a lawyer.  Success in finding a good job after completing school comes down to how motivated the student is and how they apply themselves after graduation.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

Luke Frey, associate director of communications for BBB serving Connecticut, talks with Hanna and Cari about how prevalent job scams are, especially now when so many people are working from home.  The most susceptible to an employment scam are people ages 18 to 35.  Luke details what to look for to identify an employment scam and how it also opens up people to identity theft.  He also discusses consumer scams that people should look out for, especially young adults, as they are just starting to build their credit history.  Luke discusses common scams to look out for, such as online purchase scams and a puppy scam.  He also discusses two scholarships that the BBB offers to high school seniors.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

College Talks hosts Hanna and Cari interview Pulse board member Matt Calcagni.  Pulse is young professional group based in the greater New Haven, CT area.  Their mission is simple: they bring young professionals together from various industries and they connect them, not only with each other, but with members in their community either by networking, educational, or social events. Pulse is just a group of young professionals trying to engage and learn more about the local community.  Pulse works closely with the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce.  Matt also work in the Quinnipiac University athletics department.  He overseas the sales and marketing of their athletic events.  He talks about how COVID-19 has affected Quinnipiac sports, specifically hockey and basketball.One of Pulse's sponsors is Southern Connecticut State University, and Matt discusses how they work closely together to get word out to students about the organization.Sponsored by Mybookcart.com.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

College Talks hosts Hanna and Cari interview Larissa who offers advice on attending college for a bachelor's degree in nursing while also raising children and working a full time job.  She is currently attending the University of Rhode Island.  Larissa also talks about how she is paying for college, her purpose for getting her bachelor's in nursing, and how she manages to study while being a parent of two six year olds.  Sponsored by Mybookcart.com.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)

College Talks hosts Hanna and Cari interview May who offers advice on studying.  May is a registered nurse who graduated from Keuka college with a B.S. in Nursing.  She is currently going to school for her Nurse Practitioner degree.  May discusses how she effectively studies while also working full time and raising children.  Sponsored by Mybookcart.com.Support the show (https://mybookcart.com/blog/apply/)