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Ivy League Prep Academy Podcast
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.
Episodes
270 episodes
Launching the Curiosity Lab with Ava D
In this episode, I’m thrilled to introduce something brand new — Curiosity Lab, a program designed to ignite the minds of 10–13-year-olds through real-world learning, led by inspiring high school mentors.Our very first teacher is ...
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Season 2
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Episode 229
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36:48
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The Curiosity Window
What if your child’s future success—especially with college admissions—hinges on how curious they become before they even get there?In this episode, I break down the Curiosity Window, the critical developmental phas...
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Season 2
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Episode 228
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25:18
What to Do When Your Teen is Overwhelmed
If you’ve ever felt helpless watching your teen struggle with stress, you’re not alone. Many parents want to help but don’t know how to do it in a way that actually works. In this episode, we dive into why today’s teens feel more overwhelmed th...
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Season 2
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Episode 227
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28:23
A Message to My Teenage Self About College Admissions
If I could sit down with my teenage self, I’d have a lot to say about college admissions—especially in today’s high-pressure environment. In this episode, I share the advice I wish someone had given me at 16, including the biggest misconception...
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Season 2
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Episode 226
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27:45
Visualize Yourself in Your Dream College Today
What if you could see yourself, right now, as a student at your dream college? What if you could feel what it’s like to walk across campus, sit in a classroom, and engage with world-class professors and peers?In this special guided visua...
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Season 2
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Episode 225
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14:51
Don't Chase Gold- Stand Out in College Admissions
Most students believe that getting into a top college means checking all the right boxes—perfect grades, leadership roles, and a long list of impressive achievements. But what if that’s actually the wrong approach?In this episode,...
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Season 2
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Episode 224
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15:40
Build a Standout Application in 3 Steps
Most families assume that strong grades, leadership roles, and packed extracurriculars will guarantee college admissions success. But I explain why top schools aren’t just looking for impressive students—they’re looking for memorable student...
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Season 2
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Episode 223
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19:05
College App Roadmap Workshop day 2 (of 2)
We just completed our Holistic College Application Roadmap workshop.Enjoy our final day (day 2) here. To register for the Ivy League Challenge, go to TILC.to/register-----To register for the Ivy League Ch...
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Season 2
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Episode 222
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1:23:56
College App Roadmap Workshop day 1
We just completed our Holistic College Application Roadmap workshop. Enjoy day 1 here. To register for the Ivy League Challenge, go to TILC.to/register-----To register for the Ivy League Challenge, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 221
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56:44
Holistic College App Roadmap Workshop
Announcing our upcoming workshop: the Holistic College Application RoadmapJanuary 16-17th, 8:00 pm eastern timeTo register, go to TILC.to/CommonApp-----To register for the Ivy League Challenge,
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Season 2
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Episode 220
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6:51
Complete College Application Audit
Complete College Application AuditLimited Spots for this personal guidanceSign up at TILC.to/auditExpert Guidance: With years of experience helping students gain admission to selective universities, I know ...
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Season 2
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Episode 219
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9:52
Imposter Syndrome, or Just Growth?
When you decide to grow, you set yourself up for challenging periods of awkwardness. You might feel like you are 'faking it' or that you don't belong, when really this is just the natural transition period when you grow.Listen to learn how ...
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Season 2
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Episode 218
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16:32
Charitable Assumptions
In times of deep conflict and polarization, we can easily become triggered. But when an event occurs, we all respond based on our assumptions coming into the event. What if we chose to become more charitable in our assumptions? I be...
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Season 2
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Episode 217
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14:50
Ace Your Alumni Interview
Your alumni interview may be the first interview you've ever been a part of that felt like a high-stakes interview. I hope you realize after listening to this podcast episode that this interview should not be stressful either. But liste...
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Season 2
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Episode 216
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18:39
How to Demonstrate Leadership (training from the Global Impact Council)
If your high school is ultra competitive, and you don't want to step on the backs of your peers in order to land a leadership title, then this training is for you.There are many different ways to demonstrate leadership, and we discuss W...
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Season 2
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Episode 215
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46:45
Maximize your SAT/ACT Score
Learn how the top test takers prepare to get such outstanding scores. If you genuinely follow this approach, you can raise your test score by a significant margin within only 3 months.-----To register for the Ivy Lea...
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Season 2
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Episode 215
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16:53
Saisha Pal-- Pivot your Impact Project
Saisha walks us through her journey to an impact project that she is excited about. It took time, probing, and effort for her to land where she is today, and we get to listen in to discover how she has transformed a very frustrating, stressful ...
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Season 2
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Episode 214
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29:03
Leading a Cause with Ava DiNapoli
Ava has founded Junior Speakers and Voices Unmuted; two organizations designed to help others to find their voices and speak up. You can find her websites here:www.juniorspeakers.comwww.voicesunmuted.orgListen in to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 213
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35:57
How to Complete the Common App Workshop pt 2
Day 2 of our workshop helping teens understand what colleges are looking for and how to complete the five different sections of the Common App so you stand out to the admissions officers who read your applications.
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Season 2
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Episode 212
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1:49:10
How to Complete your Common App Workshop
This is day 1 of our workshop helping teens understand what colleges are looking for and how to complete the five different sections of the Common App so that admissions officers will be excited to admit you.Part two will follow next!
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Season 2
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Episode 211
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59:17
Common App Workshop & a New Cohort Opening
If you are stressed about how to best fill out the Common App, I have good news for you. I'll be hosting a free workshop to help you understand how to fit all five pieces of the Common App together. You might recognize this from a few ...
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Season 2
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Episode 210
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11:23
Essay Workshop Day 1 recording
For seniors-- it is time to get those essays done. Listen in to understand what role these essays play in your application, and how to avoid the most common mistakes. Also, stay tuned next week for part 2!-----
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Season 2
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Episode 209
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1:14:33
Sathvic Interview-- Research with Harvard & MIT Professors
Sathvic has advice that is wise beyond his years. He has landed multiple research opportunities and internships, including with professors from Harvard Medical School and MIT.He discusses exactly how he began the outreach, as well as de...
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Season 2
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Episode 208
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30:38
Holistic Common App Overview Pt. 2
How do each of the five sections of the Common App come together tell your story to the admissions officers?What are the most common mistakes people make as they prepare for college?We address these issues in a two-part podcast. Thi...
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Season 2
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Episode 207
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17:20