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About the Podcast

Welcome to the Growing Good Humans Podcast, the show that unveils a transformative approach to the college application journey. We believe that the path to higher education should be one of self-discovery, passion cultivation, and personal growth. Join us as we delve into the stories of extraordinary individuals who have harnessed this process not just to gain admission but to embark on a voyage of becoming better human beings, nurturing their passions, and forging unshakeable independence. Get ready to explore a new perspective, where the pursuit of education becomes a source of joy, empowerment, and meaningful development.

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Recent Episodes

Episode 14: College Accommodations for the Learning-Different Student Podcast
July 29, 2024

Episode 14: College Accommodations for the Learning-Different Student

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Episode 13: Beyond Academics: Skills for Everyday, College Success with Jamie Kidder Podcast
June 14, 2024

Episode 13: Beyond Academics: Skills for Everyday, College Success with Jamie Kidder

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Episode 12: Resilient Responses: Facing College Application Challenges with Strength Podcast
June 3, 2024

Episode 12: Resilient Responses: Facing College Application Challenges with Strength

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Episode 11: Unlocking Potential: Navigating Academic Support with UofA’s SALT Center Expert, Brittany Cortinas Podcast
April 9, 2024

Episode 11: Unlocking Potential: Navigating Academic Support with UofA’s SALT Center Expert, Brittany Cortinas

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Episode 10: Knowledge is Power: An Antidote to Fear and Hype During the College Search Podcast
December 18, 2023

Episode 10: Knowledge is Power: An Antidote to Fear and Hype During the College Search

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Episode 9: Lions and Tigers and TESTING!! Oh My! Podcast
November 15, 2023

Episode 9: Lions and Tigers and TESTING!! Oh My!

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Episode 8: Saving College Dollars! How Do I Get Free Money for College? with Liane Crane Podcast
October 10, 2023

Episode 8: Saving College Dollars! How Do I Get Free Money for College? with Liane Crane

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Episode 7: Juvenile Justice: How to NOT Get In Trouble with the School or the Law Podcast
September 27, 2023

Episode 7: Juvenile Justice: How to NOT Get In Trouble with the School or the Law

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Episode 6: Making Time for Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Amidst the Chaos with Dr. Chloe Carmichael Podcast
September 27, 2023

Episode 6: Making Time for Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Amidst the Chaos with Dr. Chloe Carmichael

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