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In a world focused on getting in, do you know what you’re getting into? College Uncovered, from GBH News in collaboration with The Hechinger Report, pulls back the ivy on American higher education, exposing the problems, pitfalls and risks — and helping you navigate them. If you wonder how college really works, subscribe now. Because it’s a real education.

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Recent Guests

Matt Lackner
Engineer studying aerodynamics and floating wind turbines.
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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Holden Thorpe
Former chancellor at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
University of North Carolina
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Jay Green
Researcher at the Heritage Foundation.
Heritage Foundation
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Michael Collins
Chancellor of UMass Chan Medical School.
UMass Chan Medical School
Episode: [BONUS] Science In Reverse
Shannon Callahan
Graduate student studying climate change response.
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Episode: [BONUS] Science In Reverse
Scott Delaney
Harvard scientist researching the impact of extreme heat on patients.
Harvard University
Episode: [BONUS] Science In Reverse
Rachel Mirapol
Attorney representing plaintiffs in NIH grant lawsuit.
Episode: [BONUS] Science In Reverse
John Gere
Political scientist leading the Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy.
Vanderbilt University
Episode: [BONUS] Science In Reverse
Francesca Gino
Professor at Harvard Business School, known for her work on honesty and ethics.
Harvard University
Episode: [BONUS] Why Do Colleges Rarely Revoke Tenure?

Hosts

Kirk Carapezza
Co-host and reporter for GBH News, with a focus on education.
Jon Marcus
Co-host and education reporter for The Hechinger Report.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Nothing new to see here

    NPR engaging in its usual biased far left reporting masquerading as centrist. I especially loved how, in your DEI episode, you mostly interviewed slack jawed yokels in a diner as the primary opponents of DEI, and well spoken scholars as the defenders of DEI. Everyone can see what you’re doing here.

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    Jack M Hoffman
    United Statesa year ago
  • I am shocked!

    As an educator and mother of a HS student, I am shocked with the closure of colleges and the twisted processes to get into them and exiting them successfully. It is a maze our youngsters have to pass trough.

    Thanks for educating me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GiGiBilingual
    United States2 years ago
  • Tons of great insights

    As a father, saving for my sons college, this podcast has opened my eyes to a whole different perspective.

    It is such great journalism all around.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HunterRobinson
    United States2 years ago
  • Finally

    A consumer-facing podcast that tells us what colleges don’t want us to know about how they operate. Thank you, GBH. This is real public service journalism amid a lot of noise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Longtime podcaster
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent!

    I loved every episode!!! Can’t wait for the next one!!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    allonesun
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful journalism and critical examination of the college system in the U.S.

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Apprentices of the World, Unite!
Q: What should students and families actually do? Should you or your kid go the traditional two or four-year college route, or start looking into apprenticeships and other alternative paths?
Don't log in to just any one track, and then see what fits your needs and your interests.
The Revenge of the Humanities
Q: Should you consider studying the humanities or the applied humanities?
Yes, Rishi Jaitley emphasizes the importance of soft skills like communication and critical thinking which are increasingly favored in the workforce.
The Revenge of the Humanities
Q: What does this all mean for you, whether you're planning to attend a military academy or not?
Rishi Jaitley believes that studying humanities can be valuable and bridges should be established for students to enter the humanities meaningfully.
The Revenge of the Humanities
Q: Why are students like Kristen Su the exception, rather than the norm on American college campuses?
As college-age students decrease and job markets demand more job-ready degrees, humanities programs are declining, leading to a focus on applied humanities that connect to career skills.
The Transfer Trap
Q: What should students do to know if their credits will transfer?
Students should scour resources at both their current institution and the prospective one, reach out to admissions or transfer offices for specific information, and advocate for themselves if things don't go as expected.

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Focused on higher education in the United States, this series examines pressing issues and trends affecting colleges and universities today. With episodes addressing topics such as the shifting landscape of admissions, the implications of federal funding cuts, the rise of online education, and the experiences of international students, it provides listeners with crucial insights into navigating the complexities of academic life. By incorporating personal stories alongside expert opinions, it not only highlights challenges but also nurtures discussions on potential solutions and alternative pathways in education, making it particularly valuable for prospective students and their families.

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