Listener Reviews

A nuanced discussion of the practical factors teens and parents should consider when choosing whether college, and which college. Guest Amber Gilsdorf discusses different ROI metrics and the surprising colleges these may reveal.

As a school counselor passionate about helping students figure out what’s next after high school, I look forward to every episode and continue to learn valuable information from Betsy’s interviews with her fabulous guests. This is definitely one of my favorite podcasts and I recommend it to colleagues and parents whenever I can. It’s worth your time to subscribe and even explore past episodes!

As a school counselor, I’m loving the ideas being shared on this show. I would highly recommend this to fellow educators who are looking for creative ways to make school more meaningful for your students! Also, parents of middle and high school students, be sure to tune in as well.

A must listen for any parents with teenagers. A light in navigating these tough days of parenting.

As mom with teens these episodes are so helpful!

With 5 kids I wish I found this podcast sooner!

So much amazing value being shared here!! I wish this was a thing back in my high school days!

Appreciate how balanced this podcast is in honoring different high school experiences/struggles and discussing the multiple paths that exist for students after they graduate. Betsy is an incredibly thoughtful and compassionate host who truly loves the age group and has built this resource simply to better educate those in the thick of it - I’m a teacher and a coach and get so much out of it that I take into my classroom and to my team.

One of my new favorite shows!

This podcast hits the mark in reaching a target audience of parents of tweens and teens trying to navigate this unique adolescent time of lif. With all of the twists and turns, mental health of our teens being of great concern, and the college admission process so consuming, Betsy invites on leading experts, psychologists and thoght leaders to help parents wrap their heads and minds around this challenging period of ages 12-17. Highly recommend!

I have listened to lots of podcasts about teens and the transition to college or life after high school. This is among my favorite. I tend to listen during commute to work and consistently discuss topics with others once I arrive. Betsy is very engaging and her guests are consistently very knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

My husband and I are entrepreneurs raising entrepreneurs so to actually hear the point of view of 14 year old Charlotte who started her own Pinterest business ... amazing. There were so many lessons in this 30 minute episode that all parents should adopt. Charlotte shows incredible maturity for her age and I'm sure it's due to the guidance of her mom who gave her room to stretch and grow, and Charlotte's go-to attitude to take a risk and stick with it through the thick and thin. Thank you, Betsy, for this interview. You brought out the best in Charlotte and her mom and you had them answer all the questions I had in my mind as I listened. Great host. Fantastic interview.

I just listened to Episode 76 , about the college application process and it was full of lots of great note taking information. So tune in each week and share it with your friends who have teens . Keep up the great work Betsy ❤️😊

I wish that this show was around when I was in high school to help guide my parents and I. Today I am so glad that it exists for parents and high school learners in need. Betsy is incredibly professional and I love how through her interviews she unpacks different aspects of this much needed topic that makes it practical for the audience to apply in their lives. I can’t wait to listen to more episodes!

Betsy brings on great experts that help parents who are exploring educational options for their teens. I love how this podcast educates parents about alternative educational and training routes for teens and young adults too, as well as discusses mental and physical health.

I love how this podcast empowers parents help their teens create a path to success that’s unique to their wants, needs, and skills. The world is changing & Betsy offers us a glimpse into the options for our kids.

Each and every one of Betsy’s episodes are full of relevant advice for parents of high school & college age children. This series has kept me sane thru the dark months of covid, and I look forward to my commutes so I can listen to the next episode. A++. I can’t recommend this series enough!!

Betsy has a wonderful way of connecting with her guests so that you’re drawn in and can’t wait to learn more. Her positivity and reassurance ensures we all will make it through these exciting yet overwhelming times. A must listen!

I wish podcasting, This Podcast in particular, was around when my children were in high school! 👏❤️

I’ve taught high school English for ten years; between my experience and intuition, I’ve learned a lot about how to best serve my students. Because I always want to learn more, I’m grateful to have found this podcast—its insights and resources are so useful!

You guys make a huge difference in content!!! Thanks so much for bringing the best.

The stuff talked about in this podcast is so important. Betsy does a really great job at interviewing guests and finding information important for high school students and parents of teenagers.

Great guests and Betsy has a great passion for having conversations that inspire people to think differently about education. Definitely give this one a listen!

Just listened to the Christmas Eve 2019 show and man, that is EXACTLY what I needed to hear! Thank you for sharing this family’s amazing story and the cup of courage I needed to help my teen who isn’t four year college material.