Episodes

🎙️Dive into the tangled world of standardized testing with our guest Akil Bello Tune in to learn about his fascinating journey through college and career changes and stay to learn about his perspective on the merits of standardized testing and its future. Don't miss this thought-provoking discu...

🎙In this episode we sit down with the trailblazing Dr. Cynthia Carvajal, the director of undocumented student support programs at the City University of New York (CUNY). With an estimated 2.5 million undocumented students across the U.S., Dr. Carvajal brings to light the stark challenges and barrie...

🎙In this episode, we are joined by Daitwan’s former students Tamir, Medjine, and Brianna who openly share their diverse college & career journeys. From shifting aspirations to overcoming challenges, these young women share their experiences and insights on how they found their paths beyond trad...

🎙In this episode, we are joined by rock star parents Akiesha Neely, Alithea Casimir, and Jetaun Sanders to discuss the impact of parental expectations on college and career planning and the importance of allowing children to navigate their own paths. 👉Join us as we peel back the layers of pare...

🎙️In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the crucial topic of supporting justice-involved youth, featuring the insightful Marsha Milan-Bethel as our guest. Together, we uncover the stark realities and challenges faced by these young individuals, discussing the critical lack of resources av...

🎙️ In this episode, where we demystify the college application journey for 'middle-of-the-pack' students! 🌟 In this discussion, we delve into personalized strategies and practical steps to make their college dreams a reality. From setting clear goals to understanding their unique strengths...

In this episode, we dive into the pivotal role of systems and processes as it relates to optimizing college and career programming. Our discussion also includes practical recommendations of tools such as Google Forms, Remind, and Google Calendar for streamlined educational experiences. Focusing on h...

Check out out last episode of 2023 to hear our recap of the year and learn about what's next for the dynamic duo! Time Stamps: 0:00:25 Setting the Holiday Spirit 0:01:16 Reflecting on Past Achievements, Looking Forward to the Future 0:04:03 Daitwan’s transition to a new role in CUNY K-...

Join us in this heartfelt episode where we open up about our personal journeys, revealing the pivotal moments that shaped our careers and ignited our passions. Watch as we delve in into the power of authenticity, talk about how we encourage young people to explore their passions and emphasize the ne...