Podcasts about college degree

Your "Safe" College Major May Be an AI Dead End   Could AI make your college degree obsolete while making your plumber more valuable? Curtis Chang and Andy Crouch explore how artificial intelligence is disrupting higher education and the future of work—and why skilled trades and embodied human abilities may be safer bets. They also examine the rise of AI therapy and explain why chatbots can offer useful advice but can never replace human connection, spiritual community, and forgiveness.   02:36 - Declaring Personal Educational Backgrounds 13:26 - The Risk of "Cutting Edge" Education  15:37 - Computer Science: A Good Bet Turned Bad? 19:49 - Advice for Today's College Students 27:11 - The Role of a Teacher in the AI Age 30:54 - What About First-Generation American Students 35:27 - The Value of Skilled Trades 38:08 - The Intellectual Life of the Working Class 42:38 - The Real-World Value of Skilled Professionals 44:26 - What About AI as a Mental Health Tool? 47:35 - The Limits of AI in Providing Human Connection   Apply  to be Good Faith's next Director of Marketing Sign up  for The After Party course       Mentioned in This Episode: Notre Dame's DELTA: Human Formation in the Age of AI Jean Lee Latham's Carry On, Mr. Bowditch Jonathan Rose's The Intellectual Life of the British Working Classes Matthew Loftus' Resisting Therapy Culture Good Faith episode 245: When Mental Health Goes Too Far with Matthew Loftus RAND study: Use of Generative AI for Mental Health Advice Among US Adolescents and Young Adults Ronald Heifetz's adaptive-leadership framework   More From Andy Crouch: Check out Andy's website Check out Andy's work at Praxis Read Andy's book: The Life We're Looking For Read Andy's book The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Good Faith.  

Hi everyone my name is Saida Mahoney and in this episode I will be talking about how I have navigated colleges as a person who have disabilities, rare diseases and chronic medical conditions and so much more etc. I will also be talking about what my life was like navigating through different colleges

At 28, Joe has gone from roughly $120,000 in student loan debt to a positive $70,000 net worth—but now he faces a major personal finance decision: should he aggressively pay off student loans or keep investing for retirement? Brian and Bo break down his budget, Roth IRA, HSA, Bitcoin, side hustle income, savings rate, debt avalanche strategy, and Coast FIRE goals to build a financial plan for his 30s. If you're wondering how to pay off student loan debt, whether to invest while paying off debt, or how much you should save in your 20s, Joe's financial journey shows just how powerful intentional money decisions can become.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reach your goals faster with our products⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the relationship to the next level: become a client⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media for more content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rod and Karen are joined by Dee from Marian House to discuss the NFL season starting, being season ticket holders, baseball, the Marian House 5K, operating a non-profit in this current environment, what Dee has learned about herself in this role, Black Folks Business™ (Lil Wayne, Aaron Pierre, Lil Durk), Welcome to the Cookout™ (Alan Ritchson, Ms. Rachel), O’Charley’s closing all locations nationwide, TikTok layoffs, ASU Now Offers a College Degree in Becoming an Influencer, Florida hospital sues to evict patient who won't leave room 5 months after discharge, Florida hospital sues to evict patient who won't leave room 5 months after discharge, man pulls knife on fast food worker, catfish scammer caught after calling police, woman shoots ex in both legs with gun from her bra and sword ratchetness. Marian 5K Team Pam Dukes - https://secure.qgiv.com/event/1artei5r/account/2385938/ CashApp: $BlackCapitalists Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theblackguywhotips Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rodimusprime⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SayDatAgain⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TBGWT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheBlackGuyWhoTips⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theblackguywhotips@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theblackguywhotips.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Teepublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- https://the-black-guy-who-tips-podcast.dashery.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Wishlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1PDD9JUQUNVY5?ref_=wl_share ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Crowdcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – https://www.crowdcast.io/theblackguywhotips Voicemail: ‪(980) 500-9034Go Premium: https://www.theblackguywhotips.com/premium/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Highlights With Degree FreeThe shocking data around college now, and how many jobs actually require a degreeWhat has shifted in the last couple of decades, and why new data is important to considerMost people who are employed in the US do not have college degreesLess than one in five jobs even mention a degree as preferred How is this a simple supply and demand problem The real deal with student loans and the college industrial complex The Social cost of criticizing certain areas of society and why questions are importantA large percentage of careers that require a degree are marketed to womenDebt will close more doors than a degree will openPhysicians have the highest suicide rates of any professionThe most important career conversations to have with your teenagerWhy teens struggle to answer "What do you want to be?"Important reason not to ask or have these conversations with your teens in a public forum or even around other peopleWhere the majority of jobs are that are outside of traditional degree jobs or even trade jobsWhy college grads are actually having trouble getting jobs because they don't have work experienceCollege grads actually churn at a higher rate in jobs and are sometimes not considered because of their degreesThe very real way having a college degree can now make getting a job more difficult We are 11 years into the trend of companies down credentialing and not requiring degreesResources MentionedFollow Hannah Maruyama on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and on XDegree Free website and podcast Degree Free Way workbook setBioptimizersI love and use so many products from them, but I especially love the magnesium (Magnesium Breakthrough) and digestive enzymes (Masszymes). Visit bioptimizers.com/wellnessmama to get the best deal!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

(September 07, 2026) Neil Saavedra fills-in for Bill Handel this Labor Day Monday. Candy stealing, nose blowing and splash free urinals… the Ig Nobel Awards are back. Americans without college degrees are having one of the best job markets in years. The backlash against polyester has gone too far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is college still worth it? That question would've sounded crazy to my parents and grandparents, who were all educators. And back in 1970, a degree really was the golden ticket. But the world has changed. This week James and I sit down for another dangerous conversation about the numbers that stopped us both cold, the lie young people are being sold, and why so many of the most successful folks never finished college. Grab a seat and drop your take in the comments. Red Truck Men: https://redtruckmen.org Editing and production services provided by thepodcastupload.com #KirkCameron #TheKirkCameronShow #IsCollegeWorthIt #CollegeDebt #StudentLoanDebt #HigherEducation #CollegeVsCareer #DangerousConversations #FaithAndCulture #Christianity #HardWork #SkipCollege #CareerAdvice #Apprenticeship #ChristianPodcast

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Anthony O'Neal breaks down five careers that can pay $80K or more without a college degree, including one with a national median salary of $106,580. But “no degree required” does not mean no investment required. Anthony reveals the training, licensing, risks and starting-pay realities hidden behind the salary headlines, then shares five questions to ask before choosing a new career. Learn how to pursue a higher income without mistaking a promising opportunity for an easy shortcut, and how to choose a path that supports your financial freedom. Mentioned Here:

Content creator wasn't a career path most colleges considered a generation ago. Today, it's one of the fastest growing ambitions among young people. Arizona State University is responding with a new Bachelor of Arts in content creation, designed to teach students everything from storytelling and audience trust to navigating AI and ever-changing algorithms. Senior Associate Dean and Professor of Practice in Journalism & Mass Communication at Arizona State University Jessica Pucci joins USA TODAY's The Excerpt to discuss the launch of the program.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com. Episode transcript available here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Fred wants to know if there's ever a situation where you would give back an engagment ring. And ASU is launching a content creation major.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest host Rebekah Haynie talks with Plugged In's Adam Holz look at the move by a major college to offer a degree in online content creation.  Why?  Plus, he reviews the new Paws Patrol movie.  Pedro Garcia, author of "For Those Who Doubt," share his story of falling away from God, becoming an atheist, only to be confronted by the truth about Jesus himself.  How do you help those struggling or deconstructing their faith?   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Is a college degree still worth the money—or does the answer depend on where you live? The value of higher education varies dramatically around the world, with differences in earnings, tuition costs, career opportunities, field of study and the growing impact of AI.From the United States and Europe to Brazil, Asia and Africa, Snakz Thoughts asks the bigger question: Is a degree still one of the smartest investments you can make—or are skills, experience and technology changing the equation? 

Before we get into it: The Recruiting Agents Workshop with Seb Sharp is happening August 25th and 26th. Two live build-along sessions where you will build an autonomous lead agent, a placement agent, and wire your entire tech stack together, with recordings, templates, and a full week of Slack access to Seb included. Sign up here: https://the-recruiting-agents-workshop.heysummit.com/ This episode is sponsored by Atlas, the CRM that actually understands context. Atlas captures every interview, client call, email, and LinkedIn message automatically, then tells you the next action to take. Atlas customers are reporting 50% higher candidate response rates, 15 hours saved every week, and monthly billings jumping 85%. Learn more at https://recruitwithatlas.com/ What happens when the only way forward is outworking every degree in the room? David Fishman spent eight years in the Coast Guard, started on a temp desk, and launched Sparrow Company in 2009 when the alternative was going broke. Thirty years into the business, his desk regularly produces $1.5 million a year, his longest client relationship has lasted three decades, and he recently ran a streak where ten straight presentations turned into ten placements. First candidate presented, first candidate hired, ten times in a row. In this conversation, David breaks down how he built all of it without a college degree and why the chip on his shoulder became his biggest advantage. He shares the intake questions that shape every search, explains why he reads a resume like a photograph, and reveals how patience let him win back clients he lost three or four times by simply outliving the tenure of the HR leaders who cut him. He also unpacks why he stopped tracking dollars and started tracking deals, how the wave cycles of recruiting punish anyone who gets comfortable, and why the first three days of your week decide whether you have any momentum left by the next Monday. You will also hear how David expanded into the temp business by recruiting his own business partner, what it means to have his son and daughter working inside the company, and why at 58 he still wakes up feeling like something is chasing him. What You'll Learn: The resume-reading method behind a 10-for-10 presentation-to-placement streakThe intake questions that tell you if the wind is at your back or you are digging through mudHow to win back a lost client by outliving the tenure of the person who cut youWhy tracking deals instead of dollars protects you from the summer complacency trapThe Monday-through-Wednesday work rhythm that keeps your momentum aliveHow to turn a no-degree chip on your shoulder into a 30-year career Sign up for The Recruiting Agents Workshop (Aug 25-26):

Lauren and Josh break down Arizona State University's new BA in content creation and what it means for the maturity of the industry. They also dive into the massive new streaming partnership offering Peacock for free to YouTube Premium subscribers starting in 2027.What you'll learn in this episode:-- The ins and outs of ASU's new creator degree at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism-- How traditional media networks like NBC are now partnering directly with YouTube-- Why HBO Max is introducing a TikTok-style short video feed to its platform-- The impact of YouTube finally giving creators the ability to choose Shorts thumbnailsCreator Upload is your creator economy podcast, hosted by Lauren Schnipper and Joshua Cohen.Follow Lauren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schnipper/Follow Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuajcohen/Original music by London Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/londonbridgemusic/Edited and produced by Adam Conner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamonbrand

It's not helping the current workforce when the money pushes students into higher education at the compromise of quality students Doug's Dime: The degradation of the college degreeSupport the show: https://www.facebook.com/AM790KFGOSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Forbes celebrates the growing momentum for three-year college degree programs, that will save students, their parents, and institutions money and time and help turbo-charge higher learning in the years ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Your Next Mission®, the nation's number one video podcast on military transition and leadership! Hosted by the 12th Sergeant Major of the Army, Jack L. Tilley, we cover the real issues facing Veterans, Active Military, and their Families—from transition and financial wellness to VA benefits and mental health and much more.In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sergeant Major (R) Alan E. Thomas Jr., a 25-year Army Veteran who proves it is never too late to invest in your education. After serving as a Combat Engineer, Infantry, and strategic operations across multiple deployments, SGM Thomas realized he needed to bridge the gap between tactical and strategic leadership. He shares his incredible journey of earning his degree through Purdue Global while juggling the demands of his family, emergency operations, and overseas deployments.Now thriving as a Regional Program Manager at the Department of Homeland Security, SGM (R) Thomas shares invaluable advice on translating military experience into federal service, leveraging the "Principles of Flight" in daily leadership, and setting a lasting legacy for your family.Don't let your past dictate your future. Start your next chapter today!

From Apple News In Conversation: When New Yorker staff writer Jay Caspian Kang sat down to do his taxes, one question surfaced: Should he still be saving for his 9-year-old daughter’s college fund? What followed was a deeply reported series about the growing crisis in American higher education and the forces behind it — from AI to soaring tuition to a collapse in public trust in institutions. Kang speaks with Apple News In Conversation guest host David Greene about what colleges are actually for, whether they’re still delivering on their promises, and what the future of higher education might look like.

Abioduni Martin Says Your Degree Is Obsolete — Here Is What He Recommends Instead Abioduni Martin is the founder of DEWLLC, Do Everything Wonderfully, a multi-divisional trades company operating incommercial solar installation, signage, and workforce development out ofAtlanta, Georgia. He is one of only three individuals in Georgia with acertified solar installation credential and the only employer in the stateactively sponsoring apprentices through a Department of Labor approved program.Grambling State University family. Bay Area raised. Built different. 

When New Yorker staff writer Jay Caspian Kang sat down to do his taxes, one question surfaced: Should he still be saving for his 9-year-old daughter’s college fund? What followed was a deeply reported series about the growing crisis in American higher education and the forces behind it — from AI to soaring tuition to a collapse in public trust in institutions. Kang speaks with Apple News In Conversation guest host David Greene about what colleges are actually for, whether they’re still delivering on their promises, and what the future of higher education might look like.

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Adam Hasner, President, Florida Atlantic UniversityIn this episode, President Series #487, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, sponsored by EdUp Leadership, the ​HigherEd PodCon​ II happening July 16 & 17, & the 2026 AcOps Conference July 29-31 by CoursedogYOUR cohost is Brent Ramdin, CEO, EducationDynamicsYOUR host is Dr. Joe SallustioHow does a university with the lowest in state tuition in the country at $6,000 a year become a top 100 R1 triple threat with 59,000 applications & 80% of graduates staying in the region?Why does a legislator turned president who served in public office & 20 years in the private sector see that if you sit back & wait, opportunities are going to be in your rear view mirror?What makes ending unpaid internships with $20 an hour, 20 hours a week for 100 students the program that opens doors for first gen & Pell eligible students who otherwise would be working in restaurants?Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Want access to the only intelligence platform built exclusively from presidential conversations in higher ed? Well, we have an app for that!Join EdUp Leadership!

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Justin LaFond built a welding career the hard way — through shop work, sales, field experience, and learning how to solve problems most people overlook.If you're a welder trying to figure out your next move, avoid expensive career mistakes, or understand what opportunities exist beyond the booth, this episode gives you a real-world look at where welding can take you.In this episode, you'll learn:• How Justin went from welding in a family shop to becoming a field application engineer at ESAB• Why the lack of a college degree became a challenge — and how experience, reputation, and networking helped him move forward• What simple shop issues cause the most welding problems, including liners, feedability, ground clamps, and overlooked consumables• Why auto-set machines and simplified welding technology can help shops but also leave welders without the fundamentals• How different regions of the U.S. offer different welding opportunities, from manufacturing and shipyards to pipe, tanks, heavy equipment, and structural workJustin LaFond is a field application engineer with ESAB who brings a practical, boots-on-the-ground perspective from years in welding, fabrication, distribution, sales, and technical support. His background includes general fabrication, structural work, stainless, heavy equipment repair, cryogenic certifications, and years of helping welders and shops troubleshoot real problems in the field. His path is especially valuable for welders who want to understand how far the trade can take them without following a traditional college route.Connect with Justin LaFond:Instagram: @justin_esabTikTok: @justin.lafond7Connect with Beau Wigington:Instagram: @beaudiditweldingDownload the WELD App:iOS: App Store https://goweld.link/AppleApp Android: Google Play https://goweld.link/AndroidIf this show has helped your welding career, leaving a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts takes 30 seconds and helps other welders find it.#WeldingPodcast #WeldingCareer #WeldingJobs #WELD #TradeLife #WeldingLife #WeldingTips #WeldingEducation #WeldingTools #Fabrication

Is accounting one of the most valuable degrees a student can pursue? In this episode of MX3 Podcast, we talk with an accounting student about internships, real-world accounting experience, CPA requirements, financial literacy, AI in accounting, and why understanding numbers can help you in business, taxes, investing, and life.We discuss why accounting is more than just math, how internships can prepare students for the real workforce, how AI is changing repetitive accounting tasks, and why financial education matters for everyone — whether you want to become an accountant, run a business, or simply understand your own money better.At MX3 Podcast, our mission is discussing money, motivation, and relevant events.

Alex Grass the master of horror and weird fiction is at it again. He has a new book out called Infernal Tramps and it is a worthy addition to his strange and macabre bibliographyIn ancticipation of checkin out this new tome we replay Alex's apprearance on The Dark Mark Show in 2021Alex talked about his upbringing which took him from Pennsylvania to Israel, where he witnessed bombs dropping, and after some bad Shwarma, may have dropped some bombs of his own, how he worked on motorcycles, got tattoos, boxed and was the lead singer of the thrash metal band Shock Syndrome subverting the stereotype of the nebbishy jewish man,. He was kicked out of high school only to get his GED, College Degree and be oh so close to graduating law school when he dropped out to start writing his Lovecraftian novels Dreck and Black River Lantern which ponders magic and multiple dimensions in a carnival setting.Yes, everyone discusses why clowns are so scary as well...This show is brought to you byAudible go to to www.audibletrial.com/dms for a free audiobook, free Audible originals and 30 day free trial to AudibleRaze Energy DrinksGo to https://bit.ly/2VMoqkk and put in the coupon code DMS for 15% off the best energy drinks. Zero calories. Zero carbs. Zero crash.Renagade CBDComing soon to www.renagadecbd.com

It's faux sure! We take your calls today on the necessity of a 4-year-degree, and spoiler: Many, many of your are making good money without one. Also, a dreadful and eerie discussion about the tunnels beneath the city of St. Louis, and the macabre way people use them...

(June 02, 2026) KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about Amazon moving Prime Day up, hackers tricking Meta’s AI support, United flight having to turn around because of a Bluetooth device, and Google’s NEW FitBit Air. 52% of professionals have regrets about their college degree. Inside the retreat to teach rich kids how not to blow their inheritance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we're talking to Lindsay Veremis Perrault, director of co-curricular engagement and lecturer for the Brian Lamb School of Communication. As a successful content creator, Lindsay has key insights into the future of digital content creation and how to empower students to transform their creative ideas into real-world impact through entrepreneurship and innovation.  In this episode, you will:  Discover why younger generations, like Gen Z and Gen Alpha, are increasingly drawn to careers in content creation and social media influencing, and why parents and mentors should encourage this viable interest and help develop their creativity and business skills   Gain insights into today's content creation industry, including how it differs from social media influencing and user-generated content creation and how evolving platforms as well as algorithms and AI are making it more competitive  Hear more about the future of the content creation industry for various levels, from micro- to mega-influencers like “MrBeast” and Alix Earle, and why industry professionals are leveraging long-form content to cultivate staying power and build loyal audiences  Learn more about Lindsay's role at Purdue, including her new course on digital content creation and social media and how it's preparing Boilermakers to succeed and adapt in an ever-evolving industry  Find out more about Lindsay's background as a news anchor who became a content creator and blogger and how a master's degree in strategic communication at Purdue helped empower this journey  Dive deeper into her social media presence and blog, called “Anchored in Elegance” and aimed at elevating fashion for petite women, her passion for this hobby and how she prioritizes her mental health in an industry that demands 24/7 engagement    You don't want to miss this episode with a Purdue alumna who's shaping the next generation of digital content creators and innovators!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than six decades after first taking classes, Billie Jean King is officially a college graduate.

He's a big name in Hollywood, and got his start right here in the Twin Cities. Screenwriter Scott Z. Burns graduated 40 years ago from the University of Minnesota and returns this weekend to impart some pearls of wisdom to graduates at the U of M. He talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

It's Friday, May 1. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Rethinking the traditional college degree? You're not alone. With rising tuition costs and student debt, plus the growing appeal of alternative credentials, today's workforce is exploring new ways to build successful careers. But what challenges do professionals face when they skip the degree route, and how can organizations adapt to unlock untapped talent?  Isaac Agbeshie-Noye, program director for the Widening Pathways to Work initiative at the SHRM Foundation, breaks down the rise of skills-first hiring, the barriers encountered by nontraditional job-seekers, and how employers can bridge the divide when looking for talent from different educational backgrounds.  Subscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d    ---  Explore SHRM's all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r 

Bruce & Ian Schwartz explain why some college degrees are worth more than others. 

Do You Really Need a College Degree to Build Wealth? (REISSUE) | 096This one keeps coming up in the comments, the inbox, and at meetups. So we're bringing it back.The college debate is louder than ever, and for good reason. Student loan debt just crossed $1.8 trillion in the U.S. Over 42 million Americans are carrying federal student loans, with the average borrower owing close to $39,000. And a growing number of people are asking a question that used to feel taboo: was it actually worth it?In this re-issue of one of our most talked-about episodes, we get into the real math, the real data, and one very real career story that did not follow the traditional path.What We Cover in This EpisodeA trip to a local high school career day sparked a question that turned into this whole conversation: do you have to go to college?The answer is more complicated than a yes or a no. Here's what we dig into:The earnings gap is real but so is the debt that often comes with closing it. We break down current BLS data on weekly earnings by education level so you can see the actual numbers.The student debt crisis has gotten worse since we first recorded this. $1.8 trillion. 42 million borrowers. Those are not small numbers and they deserve to be part of the conversation.One career story, no four-year degree. From a graphic arts certificate at Saint Paul College to an enterprise systems engineer role at a major tech company, including a 753% salary increase along the way.Continuous learning as a career strategy. Not as a motivational tagline, but as a literal, practical approach that compounded over decades.Vocational programs, certifications, and self-directed education as legit alternatives to the traditional four-year path.The earning side of financial independence. You cannot save your way to freedom if your income has a ceiling. At some point, investing in yourself is the most important financial move you can make.Key TakeawaysA bachelor's degree holder currently earns a median of around $1,533 per week compared to about $946 per week for a high school graduate, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That gap is real and worth acknowledging.Total U.S. student loan debt has now surpassed $1.8 trillion. The average federal borrower carries nearly $39,000 in debt. Delinquency rates are rising.A two-year certificate program launched a career that grew by 753% in salary without ever requiring a four-year degree.Employer-sponsored training, industry certifications, self-study, and continuing education are all legitimate paths to growing your earning potential.Asking whether college is right for you or your kid is not the same as saying education doesn't matter. It absolutely does. The question is which kind, at what cost, and for what purpose.Contact Chris:https://heavymetal.moneyhttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyHeavyMetalhttps://x.com/MoneyHeavyMetalhttps://www.instagram.com/chrislugerhttps://www.tiktok.com/@heavymetalmoneyemail: chris at heavymetal.moneyResources and Links:Bureau of Labor Statistics: Education Pays Data: bls.gov/careeroutlookFederal Student Aid Portfolio Summary: studentaid.govSaint Paul College (formerly Saint Paul Technical College): saintpaul.eduCentury College (formerly 916 Vocational): century.eduHeavy Metal Money Newsletter: heavymetal.money

Is a college degree still worth it? In this episode, Art dives into the numbers to help determine whether a college degree is worth the cost. He also shares some really bad—and really good—reasons to choose a college. Don't miss it!Resources:8 Money MilestonesAsk a Money Question!

Is a college degree actually worth the cost — or are parents sacrificing their financial future so their kids can party for four years? In this episode, we finish the final two chapters of Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash, starting on page 75 with a hard look at the monetary value of a college degree — and ending with a powerful discussion on what to do if you're uninsurable. We challenge the deeply ingrained belief that everyone deserves a college education, unpack why the cost of college has exploded faster than inflation, and expose how parents are quietly taking on decades of student loan debt for degrees their kids may never need — or use. We also explore alternative paths: mentorship, real-world experience, vocational skills, and how Infinite Banking can be used intentionally if you do decide to help pay for college — without sacrificing retirement or generational wealth. Finally, we close the book study with an often-overlooked question: What if I'm uninsurable? Nelson Nash's own story proves that Infinite Banking doesn't stop — it simply shifts to another life and continues building wealth for future generations. This episode isn't anti-education — it's pro-thinking.

For perhaps the first time in American history, the United States is facing the prospect of a decline in its working age population. As various trades and health care industries face mass worker shortages and artificial intelligence disrupts some entry-level job fields, how can employers and workers thrive? Today's guest, Burning Glass Institute Chief Economist Gad Levanon, tells host Jason Altmire about the importance of both improving wages for in-demand professions like registered nurses and breaking down longstanding barriers to women in highly male-dominated professions like truck driving. Levanon also says it's vital to embrace new tools like artificial intelligence, saying that these tools are here to stay and can ultimately help employers and industries innovate.To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website.

Is college the only way to succeed? Kris Krohn shares how he went from making $18,000 a year to a $1.6 million net worth by the age of 26 using an "apprenticeship" model of real estate. Learn why you don't need to wait four years for a piece of paper to start building wealth, how to use your first property to pay for your second, and the power of finding a mentor who has already mastered the game you want to play.

There was a time when having a college degree helped ensure those individuals could find jobs and keep them. But something is changing in the current workforce climate. A college degree, while still helpful, is no longer a guarantee for staying employed. We discuss the situation on this week's episode of Statewide.

College used to be a reliable path to a professional career. Now, facing an increase in layoffs and a difficult job market, some workers say it's not enough. In The Loop learns more about why this is happening and what it means for both workers and the economy. We sat down with New York Times reporter Noam Scheiber, and Sarah Rand, a strategic communications consultant. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1931: Isaac Morehouse challenges the long-held belief that a college degree is the ultimate signal of value to employers, arguing instead that opting out can send a stronger message of creativity, persistence, and initiative. In a world increasingly valuing entrepreneurial traits and self-direction, nontraditional paths like apprenticeships, personal projects, and self-guided learning may offer clearer proof of a candidate's real-world readiness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://isaacmorehouse.com/2022/01/26/the-counter-signal-of-a-college-degree/ Quotes to ponder: "A degree no longer does a good job of signaling persistence and willingness to invest in oneself, while conformity isn't a very desirable trait in the best modern jobs." "Even committing to and completing a daily blogging challenge for 30 days signals more of the kind of persistence companies crave than sitting in a classroom for a few hours a day for four years." "Right now, the best way to stand out is to opt-out." Episode references: Praxis: https://www.discoverpraxis.com

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1931: Isaac Morehouse challenges the long-held belief that a college degree is the ultimate signal of value to employers, arguing instead that opting out can send a stronger message of creativity, persistence, and initiative. In a world increasingly valuing entrepreneurial traits and self-direction, nontraditional paths like apprenticeships, personal projects, and self-guided learning may offer clearer proof of a candidate's real-world readiness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://isaacmorehouse.com/2022/01/26/the-counter-signal-of-a-college-degree/ Quotes to ponder: "A degree no longer does a good job of signaling persistence and willingness to invest in oneself, while conformity isn't a very desirable trait in the best modern jobs." "Even committing to and completing a daily blogging challenge for 30 days signals more of the kind of persistence companies crave than sitting in a classroom for a few hours a day for four years." "Right now, the best way to stand out is to opt-out." Episode references: Praxis: https://www.discoverpraxis.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce asks the Outspoken crew if they believe a college degree is still worth it. The show also discussed issues with window seats on planes, the situation in Venezuela and more!

A college degree can be a useful stepping stone into a tech career, and it certainly doesn’t hurt to have it on your resume. But do you really need that college degree to succeed in IT? Maybe, maybe not. Today’s guest is Wes Noonan, whose non-traditional path into and through a career in IT has... Read more »

A college degree can be a useful stepping stone into a tech career, and it certainly doesn’t hurt to have it on your resume. But do you really need that college degree to succeed in IT? Maybe, maybe not. Today’s guest is Wes Noonan, whose non-traditional path into and through a career in IT has... Read more »

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April McComb visits the studio as we explore the world of student-parents—those juggling kids, coursework, and careers. How do they do it? Join us for insight, encouragement, and actionable tips!