Best Georgetown University Podcasts (2025)

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Georgetown Update: $25M Nursing Gift, Campus Expansions, Common App Pilot, Student Advocacy, and Fall Sports Highlights 2:55

7d ago2:55

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Good afternoon, Hoyas! It's Monday, August 11, 2025, and here's what's happening around Georgetown University.Exciting news for our nursing community: the Berkley Family Foundation has generously donated $25 million to the School of Nursing. In recognition of this gift, the school will be renamed the Berkley School of Nursing starting this fall. Th…

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Ep. 24 - Laken Chapin, Grand Valley State University 22:53

6d ago22:53

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“Shoot your shot. I applied to countless internships. I ended up in Iceland. I ended up at Princeton. Never think you're not good enough.” In this episode, Dr. Matt Newlin is joined by Laken Chapin, a first-generation graduate from Grand Valley State University with a degree in Accounting. Laken grew up in rural Bad Axe, Michigan, where she learned…

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Interview with LSU 5th Year Courtney Blackson + U.S. Worlds Team Predictions 30:58

7d ago30:58

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This week, we’re thrilled to be joined by fifth-year senior Courtney Blackson! A few weeks ago, Courtney announced that she’ll be using her final year of eligibility at LSU after taking a full year away from the sport. She previously spent four years at Boise State University, where she was a two-time NCAA individual qualifier and the national runn…

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Should Chatbots Teach Our Children? With Khan Academy CEO Sal Khan 44:38

11d ago44:38

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What is the right way, if there is one at all, to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technology into our education system? For Sal Khan, CEO of one of the world’s largest nonprofit education technology platforms, the answer is to take a step back and ask: Where can AI best complement current pedagogy? If a problem can be solved by pencil and pa…

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Recruit Reflections - Giselle Guenther (Uncommitted Class of 2027) 38:00

11d ago38:00

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This will be our final episode in the Recruit Reflection series, and we’re excited to be joined by Giselle Guenther, a level 10 gymnast from Cincinnati Gymnastics Academy who is actively going through the recruiting process. Giselle was one of the athletes in the class of 2027 who stood out to us because she improved so much in just one year. It’s …

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Episode 51: How Is the Jasper Forum Helping Us Understand Our Global Retirement Ecosystem? 42:37

14d ago42:37

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John Mitchem is a Non-Resident Scholar with the Center for Retirement Initiatives and the Owner of JM3 Projects. John also is the Co-Founder of the Jasper Forum along with Jorik Van Zanden, and they bring together retirement policy practitioners and experts from around the world to discuss retirement system challenges, best practices, and lessons l…

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Georgetown Update: Professor Convicted, Record Law Applications, SFS Expands to Jakarta, Student Wins Appeal, Hoyas in Basketball Tourney 2:17

14d ago2:17

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Good afternoon, Hoyas! It's Monday, August 4th, and here's what's happening at Georgetown University.Today, expect periods of clouds and sunshine with a high of 88 degrees and a low of 65. Looking ahead, partial sunshine continues tomorrow with a high of 82. Be aware that by Wednesday, smoke from Canadian wildfires may reduce air quality in our are…

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All Things College Recruiting with Houry Gebeshian (Full Out) 53:10

14d ago53:10

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This week, we are so excited to be joined by Houry Gebeshian from Full Out to talk all things college recruiting. During her time as a gymnast, Houry competed in college gymnastics at Iowa, where she was a Big Ten Champion on beam in 2010 and an NCAA individual all-around qualifier in 2011. In 2016, she became the first female gymnast to represent …

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Georgetown News: PTO Changes, “Save Georgetown Day” Petition, Campus Hotel Reno, Jumpstart Ends, and Fall Athletics Updates 2:51

21d ago2:51

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Good afternoon, Hoyas! It's Monday, July 28, 2025, and welcome back to the hottest podcast on campus. Let's dive into the latest news and updates from Georgetown University.First up, a significant development in university policy. Effective July 1, 2025, Georgetown has updated its Paid Time Off benefits for administrative employees. The university …

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Recruit Reflections - Addi Doan (Texas Woman's University) 1:01:11

21d ago1:01:11

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This week we are joined by Addi Doan, an incoming freshman at Texas Woman’s University. Addi reached out wanting to share her recruiting experience with our listeners because she overcame significant adversity to get where she is today. She wants the future generation to know that you don’t need a long Level 10 or elite resume to receive interest f…

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Can The Dollar Be Dethroned?, with Ken Rogoff 57:42

25d ago57:42

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Americans are often told that they benefit from the privilege of the dollar serving as the world's currency. A strong dollar makes imports cheaper, facilitates demand for American companies, and is tied to cheap government borrowing. But what happens when this powerful privilege weakens? What does it even mean for the dollar to be “strong” or “weak…

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Recruit Reflections - Erin Lang (Mother of Maryland gymnast Olivia Lang) 58:35

28d ago58:35

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We continue our Recruit Reflection series with a perspective we haven’t heard before — the parent perspective! Erin Lang is the mother of Olivia Lang, an incoming freshman at the University of Maryland. Olivia was a Level 10 gymnast at CGA and is a four-time national qualifier. She visited five schools during her recruiting process — all within the…

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Georgetown News: Antisemitism Testimony, Georgetown Day Changes, PTO Updates, Hotel Renovation, and Fall Sports Highlights 2:56

28d ago2:56

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Good afternoon, Hoyas! It's Monday, July 21, 2025, and here's what's happening at Georgetown University.On July 15, Interim President Robert M. Groves testified before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce regarding allegations of antisemitism on campus. President Groves emphasized Georgetown's commitment to fostering interfaith dialog…

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Ep. 23 - Gina Sheurman, University of Illinois - Springfield 29:06

1M ago29:06

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"I’m a middle-aged mom, and here I was back in college. But I would tell anyone—if you’ve got a goal, go for it. Don’t let the barriers of being a rural student stop you. Where there’s a will, there’s a way." On this episode, Dr. Matt Newlin is joined by Gina Sheurman, a first-generation college graduate and rural advocate from West-Central Illinoi…

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Georgetown University News: Legal Wins, Policy Changes, Campus Renovations, and Fall Sports Kickoff – July 14, 2025 3:52

1M ago3:52

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Good afternoon, Hoyas! It's Monday, July 14, 2025, and here's what's happening around Georgetown University.Currently, it's partly sunny with a temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect cloudy skies throughout the day, with temperatures reaching up to 86 degrees this afternoon. There's a chance of thunderstorms starting around 6 p.m., so keep an…

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Recruit Reflections - Jillian Fisher (UNC) 1:18:14

1M ago1:18:14

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We’re continuing our Recruit Reflection series with incoming North Carolina freshman Jillian Fisher. Fisher is a three-time Level 10 national qualifier from Brandy Johnson’s. In her own words, she was a little “late to the party” — she didn’t take her official visits until the summer before her senior year of high school. That summer, she visited I…

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Revealing the Secret Architects of Capitalism, with Chris Hughes 49:27

1M ago49:27

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After the 2008 financial crisis, and especially after the COVID pandemic of 2020, an increasing number of Americans are questioning the wisdom of unregulated markets and envisioning a more active role for the state. Scholars have coined a panoply of neologisms to capture this view of the political economy, including political scientist Steven Vogel…

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Recruit Reflections - Izzy Biro (MSU) 1:14:31

1M ago1:14:31

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We’re continuing our Recruit Reflection series with incoming Michigan State freshman Izzy Biro. Biro was a Level 10 gymnast for four years and trained at Queen City Gymnastics. She recently wrapped up her Level 10 career with a sixth-place finish on bars at the 2025 Developmental Program National Championships. She ends her club career as a four-ti…

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Recruit Reflections - Leah Fontaine (Georgetown University) 1:35:36

2M ago1:35:36

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We’re back with another Recruit Reflection, and we’re especially excited about this one because it’s the first time we’re featuring someone who went through the recruiting process but ultimately decided to step away from gymnastics to focus on academics. This week, we’re joined by Leah Fontaine, a member of the Class of 2025 from Capital Gymnastics…

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How The Democrats Lost Labor And Found Capital, with David Sirota 49:36

2M ago49:36

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The Democratic Party has become too focused on appeasing its billionaire donors and has failed to communicate its commitment to the working class, argues long-time political journalist David Sirota. The question moving forward, he says, is if the party can ever refocus its brand orthodoxy from prioritizing social and cultural issues to economic pop…

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Recruit Reflections - JoJo Valahovic (UNC) 1:04:32

2M ago1:04:32

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We’ve got plenty to catch up on this week — from the Pan American Championships and Asian Championships to college gymnastics news. It’s been a while, and we’re long overdue for a sit-down. But before we dive into all that, we’ve got another interview lined up! We’re excited to continue our Recruit Reflection series with UNC standout JoJo Valahovic…

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Recruit Reflections - Anika Most (Kent State) 41:12

2M ago41:12

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We’re continuing Season 3 of our Recruit Reflection series with Anika Most, a rising sophomore and member of Kent State's 2025 regular season MAC championship team. Anika always dreamed of becoming a Division I gymnast, but her recruiting journey wasn’t easy. She faced a lot of rejection early on because she was a bit behind skill-wise at the time.…

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Why Cliff Asness Believes Markets Are Getting Dumber 51:24

2M ago51:24

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Are financial markets becoming less efficient? Famous investor Cliff Asness certainly thinks so. In his paper published last year, “The Less-Efficient Market Hypothesis,” Asness argues that social media and low interest rates, among other factors, have distorted market information so that stocks have become disconnected from their true values. This…

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Recruit Reflections - Heather Parker (Central Michigan) 49:00

2M ago49:00

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We’re continuing Season 3 of our Recruit Reflection series with Heather Parker, a redshirt sophomore at Central Michigan University who began her college career at the University of Georgia. One of the top athletes in the class of 2023, Parker suffered an injury during her freshman season that led her to reevaluate her path. She ultimately transfer…

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Recruit Reflections - Annalisa & Malea Milton (LSU Commits) 39:41

3M ago39:41

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We’re so excited to kick off Season 3 of our Recruit Reflection series — where we sit down with athletes who’ve gone through the college recruiting process to hear all about their journey, from their first contact with coaches to making their final decision. With June 15th right around the corner, the Class of 2027 will soon be able to talk to coll…

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Ep. 22 - Rin Baker, Georgetown University 29:15

3M ago29:15

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"I didn’t have the same number of hours in the day as my peers. I was commuting, working, trying to figure out public transportation for the first time. And I was still expected to compete on the same level. We don’t lack drive or talent — we just don’t have the same time." That quote comes from Rin Baker, a rural student from upstate New York who …

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How Democrats Forgot To Be Normal, with Joan Williams 43:46

3M ago43:46

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Back in 2016, Joan Williams, distinguished professor of law (emerita) at UC Law San Francisco, wrote an essay for the Harvard Business Review on why President Donald Trump attracted so many non-college voters. It went viral with almost four million views, becoming the most-read article in the 90-year history of the publication. Williams’ new book, …

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Chit Chat with Us: Coaching Changes, Transfers & More! 51:28

3M ago51:28

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This week we’re catching up on some gymnastics news from the past few weeks including Madison Ulrich transferring to LSU, Naya Howard transferring to MSU, and our thoughts on the situation at Clemson and Cal and what the future holds for those programs! Thank you to our monthly Patreon supporters: Lee B, Cookiemaster, Christa, Happy Girl, Erica S, …

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Interview with Utah's Avery Neff 1:11:31

3M ago1:11:31

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Avery Neff just wrapped up her freshman season with the Utes, where she earned four All-American honors and was named the Big 12 Newcomer of the Year. Avery also won the Big 12 title on beam and was a regional champion in the all-around and on vault. She accomplished all of this despite suffering two serious ankle sprains in the third week of the s…

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Lina Khan's Vision of Capitalism 47:54

3M ago47:54

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Lina Khan recently concluded her term as one of the Biden administration’s most controversial leaders. Her tenure as chair of the Federal Trade Commission raised the profile of the relatively obscure antitrust agency charged with protecting competition. Her anti-monopoly outlook and more aggressive enforcement strategies, particularly toward Big Te…

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Episode 50: Are Choice Simplicity and Flexibility Key to the Design of Lifetime Income Solutions? 37:16

3M ago37:16

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Rebecca Tadikonda, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Innovation, Athene, discusses the challenges individuals face saving for retirement, the importance of lifetime income, what savers say they want and need when managing their income once they retire, and how the industry is innovating with products designed to respond to these wants and need…

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Ep. 21 - Stephanie Zackery, New Mexico State University 28:35

3M ago28:35

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“I have a Walmart Index of Rurality. One Walmart? You’re a decent-sized town. More than one? Okay, you’re big.” In this episode, Dr. Matt Newlin is joined by Stephanie Zackery, a third-year, award-winning Counseling Psychology PhD student at New Mexico State University. Stephanie grew up in a no-stoplight town in rural Oklahoma and is now researchi…

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Interview with Mizzou's Olivia Kelly 48:40

3M ago48:40

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This week we’re excited to be joined by Missouri freshman Olivia Kelly. Kelly helped the Tigers advance to the NCAA Final Four for the first time in program history and finish the season in third place — the highest finish ever for Missouri. Kelly was a mainstay in both the bars lineup, where she averaged a 9.846, and the beam lineup, where she ave…

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Episode 49: Social Security Claiming Timing and Older Adults’ Financial Wellbeing (Webinar Audio) 1:02:38

3M ago1:02:38

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Listen to the audio of this one-hour webinar held on April 30, 2025 to learn more about the CRI's latest research on this topic and hear from experts about the importance of Social Security claiming timing, how Social Security and private retirement savings work together, and the impact of decisions on overall retirement readiness and financial wel…

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The Economics of Law Firms’ Resistance to Trump, with John Morley 48:03

4M ago48:03

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The rule of law is essential to the flourishing of liberal democracy and capitalism. Yet, it is now under pressure in the United States, and corporate law firms are in the eye of the storm. Over the last few weeks, President Donald Trump has issued executive orders against several prominent law firms that represented his political adversaries and p…

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Interview with 3x NCAA Champion Faith Torrez 34:29

4M ago34:29

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This week, we're excited to chat with three-time NCAA champion Faith Torrez, who recently helped the Oklahoma Sooners capture their seventh NCAA title in program history. Torrez joins us to reflect on the 2025 season, what fueled the Sooners this year and how they reclaimed their spot atop the podium. Thank you to our monthly Patreon supporters: Le…

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Ep. 20 - Avery Bass, North Carolina State University 24:33

4M ago24:33

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In this episode, Dr. Matt Newlin is joined by Avery Bass, a first-year student at North Carolina State University majoring in Genetics, with minors in Biotechnology and Microbiology. Avery is originally from Pikeville, North Carolina, a small rural town in the eastern part of the state, and graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School. Avery shares…

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Ep. 19 - Season 3 trailer 2:49

4M ago2:49

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We’re back! Season 3 of The Rural College Student Experience is here and it's our most powerful season yet. Join host Dr. Matt Newlin as we continue to center the voices of rural college students—sharing their stories, their challenges, and the incredible strengths they bring to higher education. This season, we’re bringing you: More graduate stude…

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The Sooners Reign Supreme Again + Interview with Arizona's Sophie Derr 51:50

4M ago51:50

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Today we’re excited to chat about the final day of the 2025 NCAA Championship including our thoughts on Oklahoma’s seventh title, UCLA putting up a strong fight, and Mizzou making history by placing third! We also chat with Arizona sophomore Sophie Derr who is fresh off helping Arizona qualify to the Regional final for the first time since the new …

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2025 NCAA Championship Semifinal Emergency Recap 32:57

4M ago32:57

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Guys... what just happened? We wanted to put together a quick episode to share our thoughts with you all on the 2025 NCAA Championship semifinals! We talk about LSU and Florida not advancing, OU slaying dragons, and Mizzou peaking at the right time! Thank you to our monthly Patreon supporters: Lee B, Cookiemaster, Christa, Happy Girl, Erica S, Semf…

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Profit or Purpose? OpenAI's $300 Billion Question, with Rose Chan Loui 47:35

4M ago47:35

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All too often, capitalism is identified with the for-profit sector. However, one organizational form whose importance is often overlooked is nonprofits. Roughly 4% of the American economy, including most universities and hospital systems, are nonprofit. One prominent nonprofit currently at the center of a raging debate is OpenAI, the $300 billion A…

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