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  • Real Research, Real Mentors, No Cost- Introducing SPAN

    August 27, 2026 · 31 min

    High school research can be incredibly valuable—but finding a legitimate opportunity often requires money, connections, or both. In this episode, Steve talks with high school student Wesley Lin about his own research journey and the…

  • How I got into UC Berkeley + Building Confidence in Elementary School

    June 28, 2026 · 30 min

    Ava beat the odds and got into UC Berkeley. Listen in to learn how she did that, despite having an application theme that is quite common (speech and debate). Part of her secret was empowering others to find their voice and gain the…

  • She Chose Stanford Over Yale & Notre Dame-- Here’s How She Got There

    June 2, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

    Lizzie had every reason to choose Notre Dame. Her parents went there. She grew up loving the school. She was admitted early. For most students, that would have been the dream ending. But then Stanford and Yale said yes. In this episode…

  • A fun exercise for making the most of your summer

    May 19, 2026 · 28 min

    Summer can either become a missed opportunity, or a powerful season of growth. In this episode, I share a clip from a class for students who have already completed the Ivy League Challenge. After students finish the ILC, they continue…

  • Before You Start Writing College Essays, Listen to This

    May 12, 2026 · 15 min

    Most students start their personal statement by asking, “What should I write about?” That’s the wrong starting point. In this episode, Steve explains why the topic is not the essay-- and why strong essays usually reveal three layers:  the…

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  • How Admissions Teams Actually Evaluate Applications

    May 4, 2026 · 21 min

    Most students believe the way to stand out in college admissions is simple: Do more. Achieve more. Be more impressive. But at the highest levels, that strategy is exactly what makes applications blend in. In this episode, we break down how…

  • What To Do with Your Summer

    April 28, 2026 · 14 min

    In college admissions, summer serves a very important purpose. It’s one of the only times of year where your time is truly your own… and that makes it one of the clearest signals of who you are, what you value, and how you choose to…

  • Athletics & College Application Strategy

    April 14, 2026 · 22 min

    Does playing a sport actually help you get into a top college? The answer is more nuanced than most families realize. In this episode, we break down when athletics is a powerful advantage, when it doesn’t matter at all, and how to think…

  • How Musicians Get Into Ivy League+ Colleges

    April 8, 2026 · 25 min

    If your child spends hours practicing music each day, you may wonder: "is this actually helping with college admissions?" From a strategic perspective, music can feel like a poor return on investment, especially if your child isn't…

  • College Admissions Playbook Full Training Recording

    March 29, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

    Today is Ivy Day, and the results are in. This year: 5 out of 6 of my 1:1 students who applied to Yale were admittedOthers were accepted to Cornell, Dartmouth, Princeton, and UPennOne student was admitted early to both Yale and…

  • Getting to the Top Tier

    March 23, 2026 · 17 min

    Internships. Summer programs. Camps. Most students assume these are the key to standing out in college admissions. But what if some of the hardest opportunities to get… are actually some of the least valuable? In this episode, I share a…

  • Why Strong Students Still Miss the Mark in Supplemental Essays

    March 18, 2026 · 33 min

    If you’ve been following this podcast, you already know that college admissions isn’t about being the most impressive student. But what does a truly strong essay actually look like? In this episode, Steve shares a clip from a live essay…

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About the show

Equipping you to successfully pursue the college of your dreams. I believe that the world needs every student to reach their full potential. College admittance shouldn't hold you back. I'm an educator and Harvard grad who has been in your shoes. I designed this podcast to accompany the Ivy League Challenge (my online course) to support my listeners. I've met with graduates, admissions officers, and professors to identify the criteria used to select candidates. I've crafted a road map for success and can share it with you.