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Michael Doesn't Want to Die Poor - A (Not So) Hilarious Talk About Student Loan Debt
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. ...
Enjoy a Wholesome Thanksgiving Dinner to Boost Your Physical and Mental Health
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...
Getting Your Game On In Sports Marketing, Law School, and Life
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 in...
How Nurturing, Healing Love Can Change Lives for a Brighter Future
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 Jes...
Ignite Your Career - How to Set Your Career Goals and Land Your Dream Job
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 y...
What the Best Do Better Than Everyone Else - A Talk About Excellence
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 bett...
A Television Story Producer Talks Career and Working On Teen Mom OG and Chopped
The Heart of Hollywood - Helping Aspiring Actors/Actresses Succeed and Red Carpet Events
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 purs...
An American Ninja Warrior Doesn't Let the Warped Wall Keep Her Down
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 th...
Superstitions of Witches, Goblins, and Ghosts: A Halloween Special
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 ...
Every Moment Matters When It Comes To Coaching Sports
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...
Identifying New Worlds with the Help of a Small Camera
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...
Getting to the Bottom of the Story in College and Life
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 colleg...
The State of Science Today: From New Discoveries to Climate Change
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 fr...
Selling Yourself and Telling Your Story to Get Your Target Job Offer
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.&...
An Inner City Non-profit Helps Their Youth Become Tomorrow's Leaders
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. ...
Surviving Your Freshman Year of College
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 Fres...
You Graduated - Take Charge Of Your Life By Adulting in the Real World
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...
Prepare to be Entertained - An Inside Look Into the Life of a Performer
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 suc...
Launch Your Kid Through College and Into Life Debt Free
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 & Mo...
The Deep Emotional Scars of Bullying
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 te...
The Sustainability of the Industrial Model of Education and Frameworks
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 ind...
Be Your Authentic Self When Applying To Colleges
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.&nb...
The Struggles Are Real In The World of Broadcasting
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 p...
The Real Deal of Saving and Investing For College - Details From a Financial Advisor
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 offe...