Best Financial Samurai Podcasts (2025)

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Why You Could Make More In Retirement Than While Working 16:04

4d ago16:04

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One of the biggest reasons I was against contributing to a Roth IRA is my belief that most people won’t make more money in retirement than while working. As a result, they’re unlikely to pay a higher tax rate in retirement than during their working years. While most Americans earn less in retirement, you aren’t most people. You subscribe to the fre…

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278. My Interview with Sam from The Financial Samurai Podcast 41:39

14d ago41:39

41:39

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List The …

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280. Notre Dame - Brendan Corsones - Associate Director of Admissions 50:20

7h ago50:20

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Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List ----…

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279. Manhattan University - Benjamin Boivin - Director of Undergraduate Admissions 33:47

7d ago33:47

33:47

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List 🎓In …

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What To Expect In 2025 For Stocks, Real Estate, And Financial Samurai 13:46

9d ago13:46

13:46

Happy New Year everyone! I hope you’re enjoying the time off and doing some reflecting. I’ve returned to San Francisco after eight days of being in Oahu and am ready to relax some more! Here are some quick thoughts about what to expect in 2025 for the stock market, real estate market, and Financial Samurai. Mentioned posts: 2025 Wall Street S&P 500…

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277. Stevens Institute of Technology - Carlos Cano - Director of Undergraduate Admissions 31:56

21d ago31:56

31:56

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List 🎙️ I…

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How To Increase Your Chances Of Getting Into A Top College 47:31

28d ago47:31

47:31

I speak to high school principal, John Durante, about his latest book, Straight From The Admissions Office. We also talk in depth about how high school students can boost their chances of getting into a top college. John has interviewed hundreds of college admissions officers on his podcast, The College Admissions Process Podcast, and plans to inte…

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276. American University - Joe Palladino - Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions 25:41

28d ago25:41

25:41

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List ----…

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275. John Jay College - Vincent Papandrea - Director of Admissions & Kristal Singh - Admissions Counselor 52:29

1M ago52:29

52:29

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List The …

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274. University of California - Davis - Eddie Ramirez - Assistant Director 35:50

1M ago35:50

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Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List The …

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Concerns From Retirement Planners With Steve Chen, Founder of Boldin (formerly NewRetirement) 33:28

1M ago33:28

33:28

I recently spoke with Steve Chen, founder of Boldin (formerly NewRetirement), about common concerns retirees face. Boldin stands out as the most comprehensive DIY financial planning software I’ve encountered. It goes beyond analyzing stocks and bonds, incorporating other investments to optimize your net worth. Boldin also helps address key financia…

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273. Stony Brook University - Lauren Sangimino - Assistant Director of Admissions 26:53

1M ago26:53

26:53

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List The …

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272. Tulane University - Follow-Up Episode with Bailey Gabrish - Assistant Director of Admission 26:45

1M ago26:45

26:45

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Tulane University Admissions Student Tour Guides Goldman Center for Student Accessibility A…

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271. SUNY Oswego - Kate Anderson - Associate Director of Admissions 38:14

2M ago38:14

38:14

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links www.collegeadmissionstalk.com SUNY Oswego - Of…

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270. Wake Forest University - Follow-Up Episode - Magdalena Perez Vicente - Assistant Dean in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions 57:53

2M ago57:53

57:53

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Wake Forest University - AdmissionsBy John Durante

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269. Clark University - Terry Malone - Senior Director of Admissions 34:44

2M ago34:44

34:44

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here 🎙In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, we sit down with Terry Malone, …

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268. Tutoring By A College Professor (Tutoringprof.com) 32:51

2M ago32:51

32:51

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here Tutoring By A College Professor (Tutoringprof.com) pairs students with expert virtual tutor…

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267. University of Arizona - Molly Ingram - Assistant Director of National Recruitment 42:05

2M ago42:05

42:05

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here --------------------- University of Arizona - Admissions…

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266. University of Connecticut - Vern Granger - Director of Undergraduate Admissions 51:36

2M ago51:36

51:36

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here ----------------------- In this episode we sit down with Vern Granger, Director of Undergra…

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The 4% Rule: Clearing Up Misconceptions With Its Creator Bill Bengen 46:58

2M ago46:58

46:58

I had the pleasure of speaking with Bill Bengen, creator of the "4% Rule" for retirement planning. Bill has been a reader of Financial Samurai for many years and has always been courteous in the comments section when I write about safe withdrawal rates. So, I figured it was time we had a chat to clear up some misconceptions. For those unfamiliar, t…

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265. Tufts University - Dr. Jennifer Stephan - Dean of Academic Advising and Undergraduate Studies in the School of Engineering 37:52

2M ago37:52

37:52

In this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jennifer Stephan, Dean of Academic Advising and Undergraduate Studies in the School of Engineering, Tufts University. With her extensive knowledge and personal experience as a parent of three Tufts graduates, Dr. Stephan provides valuable insights int…

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264. Santa Clara University - AJ Howell-Williams - Director of Transfer, Athletics and International Admission 55:03

2M ago55:03

55:03

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here ----------------------- Santa Clara University Admissions Alphabetical List of All Episodes…

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What A Trump Presidency Means For Your Investments, Net Worth, And Career 21:48

2M ago21:48

21:48

Donald Trump will be the 47th President of the United States, this time with JD Vance as his Vice President. Let’s explore how this new Trump presidency might impact your finances. We’ll look at how Trump’s policies could affect stocks, real estate, bonds, venture capital, and even our careers. Overall, Trump's return is generally seen as positive …

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263. Purdue University - Follow-Up Episode with Megan Dorton - Senior Associate Director 45:38

2M ago45:38

45:38

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here -------------------- Purdue University - Undergraduate Admissions Alphabetical List of All …

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262. NYU - Follow-Up Episode - Navigating NYU Admissions: Insights from Arianna Yarritu Rabinowitz, Associate Director of Admissions 54:29

2M ago54:29

54:29

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here ----------------------- 🎙️ In this episode of "The College Admissions Process Podcast," we …

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261. The Ohio State University - Nancy Gibson & Jill Biblow 1:03:14

3M ago1:03:14

1:03:14

Straight From The Admissions Office: Insider Strategies For College Applications If you're looking for helpful tips and insights for the college admissions process, check out my book by clicking the links below: 🔗 Get the Print Copy Here 🔗 Get the eBook Here ---------------------- Jill Biblow is available for private college advising for both High …

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260. Amherst College - Matt McGann - Dean of Admission & Financial Aid 51:33

3M ago51:33

51:33

🎙️In this I had the pleasure of speaking with Matt McGann, the Dean of Admission & Financial Aid at Amherst College. Whether you’re a prospective student, a parent, or an educator, this episode is packed with valuable information that will help you navigate the college admissions process with confidence. 🔑 Top 4 Takeaways: The Holistic Review Proce…

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Investing In Fine Wine And Whiskey With Anthony Zhang From Vinovest 38:17

3M ago38:17

38:17

Investing in alternative assets has become an increasingly popular way to diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds. Wine and whiskey, in particular, are gaining traction due to their potential for strong returns, resilience during economic downturns, and rising demand. In this episode, I speak to Anthony Zhang, CEO and Founder of Vinovest, a p…

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259. University of Dayton - Donnell Wiggins - Associate Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management and Dean of Admission 32:41

3M ago32:41

32:41

In this episode I had the great pleasure of speaking with Donnell Wiggins who is the Associate Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management and Dean of Admission at the University of Dayton, a school known for its strong community focus and commitment to student success. We covered a wide range of topics, from the latest developments on campu…

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258. University of Georgia - Kelly Coffman - Associate Director of Marketing and Communications 41:22

3M ago41:22

41:22

University of Georgia - Undergraduate Admissions In this episode, we discuss: UGA’s impressive retention rate and what makes students stay. The holistic review process and what attributes UGA looks for in applications. Updates on UGA's standardized testing policy. Tips for standout personal statements and impactful letters of recommendation. Resour…

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257. Northwestern University - Andrew Linnehan - Senior Associate Director of Admission & Director of Communications and Audience Engagement 1:09:00

3M ago1:09:00

1:09:00

In this episode we dive deep inside Northwestern University Admissions with Andrew Linnehan, Senior Associate Director of Admission & Director of Communications and Audience Engagement This conversation provides valuable insights for students and families navigating the college admissions process, particularly for those interested in applying to No…

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256. Duke University - Follow-Up Episode - Christoph Guttentag -Dean of Undergraduate Admissions 1:08:25

3M ago1:08:25

1:08:25

Duke University - Undergraduate Admissions Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List The College Application Process Podcast - Social Media Links In this follow-up episode I had the great pleasure of speaking with Christoph Guttentag, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions at Duke University. We delved into Du…

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255. Merrimack College - Anna Rossi - Senior Admissions Counselor 30:36

3M ago30:36

30:36

Merrimack College - Admission & AidBy John Durante

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College Admission Consulting For High Schoolers With Alice Chen 39:47

3M ago39:47

39:47

If you have children, you likely want to provide them with the best education possible, which may include helping them get into a top college. Along the way, you may come across college consulting services and wonder how beneficial they really are. In today's episode, I speak with Alice Chen, Founder of BrightStory Admission Consulting, to find out…

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254. SUNY Geneseo - Suzanne Miller - Assistant Director of Admissions 1:03:40

3M ago1:03:40

1:03:40

Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List Geneseo Website Geneseo Admissions Website Geneseo Webinar Series (check often for updates!) Geneseo One-on-one Appointments with Admissions Counselors Geneseo Facebook page Geneseo YouTube Geneseo on Instagram: @sunygeneseo The College Admissions Process Podcast…

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253. My Review of Interviewing over 200 Admissions Professionals with Lisa Marker-Robbins 43:15

3M ago43:15

43:15

From Lisa Marker-Robbin and her podcast, College & Career Clarity: Podcast page on Lisa's website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/podcast/ Lisa's shared resource on Admission by Major at State Flagships: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/majors Brief description of the study they did and the resources they are sharing: Gain exclusive insights …

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252. Penn State University - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Laurie Wax - Director of NY/Metro Recruitment 39:59

3M ago39:59

39:59

Prep Expert Coupon Code/Affiliate Relationship Explained Alphabetical List of All Episodes with Links Click Here To Join The Podcast Email List Penn State Undergraduate Admissions Penn State Undergraduate Bulletin Penn State Admission Statistics Penn State Educational EquityBy John Durante

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251. Cal Poly - Melissa Furlong - Executive Director of Admissions and Enrollment Development 26:55

4M ago26:55

26:55

Cal Poly Admissions Cal Poly, Learn by Doing Cal Poly Admissions CSU Application Link (apply to Cal Poly) Visit Cal Poly 🎙️ In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Melissa Furlong, who is the Executive Director of Admissions and Enrollment Development at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Melissa shared valuable insights about Cal Poly's unique…

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250. Brown University & Michigan State University - A Conversation about Similarities and Differences 1:29:51

4M ago1:29:51

1:29:51

Episode Highlights: Comparing Big State Schools and Ivy League Admissions with Experts from Michigan State and Brown University In this episode I am joined by two distinguished guests: Larry Alterman, Manager of East Coast Recruitment at Michigan State University, and Logan Powell, Associate Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admission at Brown Uni…

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249. Coastal Carolina University - Trey Wilson - Director of Undergraduate Admissions 40:35

4M ago40:35

40:35

🎓In this episode we sit down with Trey Wilson, the Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Coastal Carolina University. Trey shares invaluable insights into what makes Coastal Carolina a unique and exciting choice for prospective students. Whether you're a high school student gearing up for college applications or a parent supporting your child thr…

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248. Middlebury College - Samuel N. Prouty - Executive Director of Admissions 31:37

4M ago31:37

31:37

Middlebury College - Admissions OfficeBy John Durante

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247. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) - Jon Wexler - VP of Enrollment 56:47

4M ago56:47

56:47

RPI AdmissionsBy John Durante

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What A Fed Rate Cut Means For Real Estate, Stocks, and Your Retirement 24:32

4M ago24:32

24:32

After four years, the Federal Reserve has finally cut the Fed Funds rate by 50 basis points, bringing the target range to 4.75% - 5%. Expectations point to another 50 basis points in cuts for 2024 and a total of 100 basis points by 2025. Fed Chair Powell remains optimistic, stating the economy is 'very solid' and sees no elevated risk of a downturn…

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246. University of Washington - Alex Hall - Admissions Counselor 45:47

4M ago45:47

45:47

University of Washington - Admissions Admission stats from application cycles Fall 2021 – Fall 2023 Academic Support at UW Disability Resources for Students List of our majors Athletics website Minimum entrance requirements (CADRs)By John Durante

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245. University of Vermont - Christopher Perlongo - Associate Director 45:13

4M ago45:13

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🎙️In this episode, we dive deep into the admissions process at the University of Vermont (UVM) with Christopher Perlongo, Associate Director of Admissions. Whether you're just starting your college search or getting ready to apply, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you through the journey. 🎓 Top 4 Takeaways: Holistic Application…

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244. Lafayette College - Dysean Alexander - Assistant Director of Admissions 53:09

4M ago53:09

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🎓 In this episode of "The College Admissions Process Podcast," we dive deep into Lafayette College's offerings with Dysean Alexander, Assistant Director of Admissions. Dysean shares his love for Lafayette College and highlights distinctive academic offerings, programs that set it apart along with so much more such as: 📚 Liberal Arts Integration: Di…

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243. Boston College - Inside the Admissions Office: Expert Insights, Tips, and Advice - Amy Chung - Associate Director of Admissions 36:26

4M ago36:26

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Maximizing Real Estate Returns In A Multi-Year Rate Cut Environment 45:01

4M ago45:01

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I speak to Ben Miller, CEO of Fundrise about investing in real estate during a multi-year rate cut environment. With the Federal Reserve finally cutting rates in September 2024 after raising them in 2022, real estate should have a nice tailwind for a couple of years. Main Theme: Interest rates are the most significant driver of real estate prices, …

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242. Vaughn College - Nick Marter - Assistant Vice President of Admissions 38:05

4M ago38:05

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🎙️In this episode we dive deep into the admissions process at Vaughn College with Nick Carter, the Assistant Vice President of Admissions. Whether you're a prospective student, a parent, or a college counselor, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you navigate the college admissions journey. Here are some takeaways from our convers…

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241. University of Miami - Follow-Up Episode - Charles Cammack, Director of Recruitment & Kaitlyn Marshall, Assistant Director of Admissions 38:42

4M ago38:42

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University of Miami - Admission Camner Center AP Credit Equivalencies Find your Admission Officer Schedule a visit (virtual options as well) In this episode, John Durante interviews Charles Cammack and Kaitlin Marshall from the University of Miami. They discuss the liveliness and community at the university, highlighting the diverse and global mind…

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