Best SAT Tutor Podcasts (2024)

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The Score, Ep. 11 Mastering the Scholarship Game: A Strategic Approach to College Funding with Scholarship Coach Dave Peterson 32:57

3h ago32:57

32:57

Expert Insights into Winning College Scholarships from the Founder of Scholarship GPS In this value-packed episode, Dave Peterson of Scholarship GPS returns to share his expert insights on navigating the college scholarship landscape. Drawing from his vast experience in the field—including his own success story of helping his son secure over $95,00…

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The presence of a name 13:59

15d ago13:59

13:59

By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic

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Kevin O’Neill – Ep156 41:40

24d ago41:40

41:40

Kevin O’Neill and Evan never met. But that didn’t keep them from becoming Facebook friends. Hear how they’re connected, the depths of Kevin’s nerd culture and what are the best phone games out there? Plus, how many ways can Kevin operate on a bunny? (He’s a veterinarian.) So Evan also gets Kevin’s advice on his cats’ occasional vomiting. In additio…

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Episode 268 - Jared Cooney Horvath – The Best Way to Use Technology for Learning 34:19

1M ago34:19

34:19

On episode 268, Alexis Avila speaks to returning guest Jared Cooney Horvath.Our Guest:Jared Cooney Horvath (PhD, MEd) is a neuroscientist, educator, and author of the best-selling book Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights from Brain Science to Make Your Message Stick. Jared has conducted research and lectured at Harvard University, Harvard …

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‘Deaf Artist’ Kelly O’Brien – Ep155 45:06

3M ago45:06

45:06

Kelly O’Brien is a standout artist, photographer, painter and graphic designer who also happens to be deaf. In a Socially Awkward first, hear how she navigates her life with this difference, what her purpose is as an artist, and who her favorite band is! Plus, how good of a lip-reader is she and what questions does she have for Evan. No ASL, but pl…

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The Score, Ep. 10 The Hidden Formula for SAT Score Gains 25:12

4M ago25:12

25:12

Unlocking the Code for Substantial, Lasting Score Increases on the SAT (and ACT) In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker, founder of Walker Prep, delves into the hidden formula for achieving significant score gains on the SAT and ACT. With the release of the digital SAT, Dave focuses on the SAT but notes that the principles discussed apply equall…

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The Score, Ep. 9 Does Choice of Major Affect College Admissions? Insights from Lisa Marker-Robbins 29:03

4M ago29:03

29:03

Unlock College Admissions Success: Why Choosing a Major Matters In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker, founder of Walker Prep, welcomes Lisa Marker-Robbins, an independent educational consultant and founder of Flourish Coaching. With over 25 years of experience and having guided over 4,000 students, Lisa draws from a wealth of insight into how …

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The Score, Ep. 8 The Art of Storytelling for College Admissions and Beyond with Sam Severn 27:15

4M ago27:15

27:15

Why Stories Matter Now More than Ever: Insights from Award-Winning, New York Times Best-Selling Ghostwriter, Book Doctor, Screenwriter and Writing Coach Sam Severn Walker Prep founder Dave Walker sits down with Sam Severn, a renowned ghostwriter, book doctor, screenwriter, and writing coach. They explore Sam's fascinating career and how his experti…

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The Score, Ep. 7 The 'Meta' of Test Prep with Mike Bergin, Founder of Chariot Learning 25:24

4M ago25:24

25:24

The Game Behind the Test: How Understanding the 'Meta' Can Help You Win Big on the ACT and SAT Walker Prep founder Dave Walker sits down with Mike Bergin, president of the National Test Prep Association and founder of Chariot Learning. They delve into the 'the meta' of standardized tests, exploring how shifting your paradigm to fit the “game behind…

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The Score, Ep. 6 Why Practice Is (almost) Enough with ACT & SAT Expert Rob Schombs 40:54

5M ago40:54

40:54

Join Walker Prep founder Dave Walker as he talks with ACT and SAT expert Rob Schombs about why, when it comes to test prep, practice is (almost) all you need. Asked and Answered: *Why online tutoring can be better than in-person tutoring. *If practice is so important, who needs test prep tutors? *What’s the difference between practice that works an…

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The Score, Ep. 5 How to Get a Debt Free College Degree with Dave The Scholarship Coach 28:41

5M ago28:41

28:41

Dave the Scholarship Coach helped his child win over $95,000 in college scholarships. Tune in to hear his incredible story and invaluable insights. Plus, a special announcement you don't want to miss! In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker sits down with Scholarship GPS founder Dave the Scholarship Coach, who now dedicates his time to coaching s…

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The Score, Ep. 4 Why Too Much Practice Is Hurting Your ACT or SAT Score 14:54

5M ago14:54

14:54

Are your ACT or SAT scores going nowhere fast? Learn why the key to achieving your dream score may be to practice less! Struggling to improve your SAT or ACT scores despite endless practice? You're not alone. Many students find themselves stuck in a rut, mindlessly grinding through practice tests without seeing significant improvements. In this epi…

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Actress Amanda Reed – Ep154 51:26

5M ago51:26

51:26

Amanda Reed got the acting bug at age 14 when her mom enrolled her in community theater. She never looked back. By 23, Amanda had performed in over 450 live performances. She has already worked with such names as Neil Patrick Harris, Greg Kinnear, Sam Raimi, Emmy Rossum, Simon Baker and Dermut Mulroney. Hear her standout audition and on-set experie…

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Episode 267 - Shirag Shemmassian - Choosing the Right Schools for Pre-Med Majors 23:27

5M ago23:27

23:27

On Episode 267, Alexis Avila speaks to Dr. Shirag Shemmassian, founder and admissions consultant of Shemmassian Academic Consulting. As a Cornell University graduate and Cornell admissions interviewer, Shirag knows what the best schools are looking for in prospective students during admissions interviews.On today’s episode Shirag and I talk about c…

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The Score, Ep. 3 Is It Actually Possible to "Game" the SAT or ACT? 29:54

5M ago29:54

29:54

Are You Gambling with Your ACT or SAT Scores? In this Episode of The Score, Walker Prep Founder Dave Walker Explains Why "Vegas Tactics" Might Be a Risky Bet. Discussed in this Episode: What Are Vegas Tactics? The Downside of Playing the Percentages Common Bogus “Strategies” to Avoid Should Vegas Tactics Ever Be Used? For even more in-depth answers…

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The Score, Ep. 2 How Does Digital SAT Scoring Work? 23:10

6M ago23:10

23:10

Feel left in the dark about digital SAT scoring? You're not alone! In this episode of The Score, Dave Walker, founder of Walker Prep, breaks open the "black box" of digital SAT scoring and guides you through the complexities of the new system. Discussed in this Episode: The Differences Between the Paper SAT's "Classical Test Theory" and the Digital…

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Ultimate Health w/ Craig Brockie – Ep153 52:39

6M ago52:39

52:39

When Craig Brockie was in his twenties he had crippling anxiety, a depleted immune system and chronic neck and back pain. On a fact-finding mission, Craig sought out health solutions for himself and found a huge reservoir of answers that has manifested in his new book “Ultimate Health: Break Free from Your Health Issues and Live Your Best Life. Cra…

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The Score, Ep.1 "Easy" Ways to Increase Your ACT or SAT Score: Learning Question Types 33:15

6M ago33:15

33:15

In this episode of The Score, ACT and SAT tutor Dave Walker from Walker Prep explains why learning to identify question types is a relatively painless way to increase both your confidence and your score. Walker Prep has been helping students achieve exceptional gains on the ACT and SAT since 2014. In the Walker Prep podcast, Dave draws from his exp…

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Episode 266 - From Failing to Acing: The Secrets Behind My Academic Comeback 10:00

6M ago10:00

10:00

On Episode 266 of the new and improved Prepped and Polished Podcast, Alexis shares his academic struggles and how he was able to overcome them. We’ll discuss ways to achieve better grades in school such as: • Finding the right social circles that will help you thrive. • Finding mentors at school who will inspire you. • Refining your study skills so…

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Destoy in order to build - the art of Socrates 14:33

6M ago14:33

14:33

Prabhuji talks about the method of teaching of Socrates, the dialectica, and how it relates to the master-disciple relationship. "...Because Socrates understood that the main enemy of wisdom is to think that you know...."By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic

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Bon Jovi Doc Recap w/ Jennifer Farrell – Ep152 40:58

6M ago40:58

40:58

Bon Jovi’s new documentary “Thank You, Goodnight” just debuted on Hulu in the #1 spot and fellow Bon Jovi fan Jennifer Farrell is joining Evan to break it all down. Of course, they also reminisced about their fan club memories and the time they crossed paths with Jon Bon Jovi. Hear about the time Evan ran on a treadmill next to Jon and then the tim…

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Journalist Katy Grimes – Ep151 56:19

7M ago56:19

56:19

Katy Grimes is the editor-in-chief of the California Globe and she always has a lot to write about. Focused on politics, Katy and Evan break down the woes of California while talking through prop 47 (addressing retail theft), homelessness, abortion, and more. Plus, what does the future hold for Governor Gavin Newsom? And what about Adam Schiff vs S…

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Derrick T. Lewis & Wrestlemania 40 Predictions – Ep150 56:52

7M ago56:52

56:52

Derrick T Lewis does it all: actor, host, ring announcer, media personality, singer and big wrestling fan! Hear about all his successes from how he started ring announcing to his current deal with The Bleav Network. Also, last year Derrick was part of Wheel of Fortune’s WWE Week. He has also been to a ton of WWE shows including landing last minute …

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Resting in consciousness 14:13

7M ago14:13

14:13

Prabhuji answers the question: "Prabhuji, I find it very difficult to recognize consciousness, and I often feel frustrated and even depressed because I feel that my efforts are in vain. Could you please give me some advice?"By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic

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Do not search for yourself 14:14

7M ago14:14

14:14

Prabhuji answers the question: "For many years now I have been searching for the self. But although sometimes it seems to me that I have realized it, then it escapes. And I remain the same. The search makes me a nervous and even frustrated seeker. I don't feel that the search for the self brings me happiness. What advice could you give me?"…

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Movie Producer Nick Smith – Ep149 45:12

8M ago45:12

45:12

Let’s not sugarcoat it: Nick Smith is a movie producer in Hollywood! As VP of Production for Paperclip Limited, his latest project is a feature length nostalgic young adult comedy SNACK SHACK. Think Superbad meets Fast Times at Ridgemont High! Hear its origin story and how the distribution quickly came together. Also, what got him into film? What’s…

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Bon Jovi’s 40th Anniversary w/ Jessica Petraccione – Ep148 48:28

9M ago48:28

48:28

Evan returns from his unintentional hiatus to interview another fellow Facebook friend. This time it’s Jessica Petraccione and we’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of Bon Jovi. Evan and Jessica discuss favorite Jovi memories and then go rapid fire through every Bon Jovi album. What were their favorite tracks on each album? Which tracks were under…

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Lost in the concept, blind to the Truth 15:00

12M ago15:00

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Prabhuji answers the question: "I am not a person of faith. I would like you to give me a definition or a logic concept of what is God."By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic

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#265 - The Digital SAT Versus the Paper SAT 8:22

1y ago8:22

8:22

In Episode 265 of the Prepped and Polished Podcast, Aaron shares the differences between the Digital SAT and the ACT.The main differences are:1. The digital SAT is shorter than the paper SAT.2. There are more questions for the Reading Section on the digital version.3. The digital version allows calculator use throughout the entire test. There is a …

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The Digital SAT Versus the ACT 7:37

1y ago7:37

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In Episode 264 of the Prepped and Polished Podcast, Aaron shares the differences between the Digital SAT and the ACT.The main differences are:1. The Digital SAT is taken on a computer and the ACT is a paper test. There is a digital version of the ACT but it is currently available for international students only.2. The Digital SAT has adaptive diffi…

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Tutoring Tips The Digital SAT Format and Structure 12:22

1y ago12:22

12:22

In Episode 263 of the Prepped and Polished Podcast, Aaron shares the differences in the Digital SAT's format and Structure.By Alexis Avila

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Shannon Kroner – Ep147 53:32

1y ago53:32

53:32

Dr. Shannon Kroner has been working with special needs families since 2001. She is also the Executive Director of Freedom Of Religion – United Solutions (FOR-US), building an interfaith coalition of religious leaders who have united to protect the religious freedom of vaccine choice, helping thousands of Americans obtain religious vaccine exemption…

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The Meditative Collapse 6:50

1y ago6:50

6:50

By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic

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Sarah Nicole Nadler (Money Coach for Entrepreneurs) – Ep146 49:31

1+ y ago49:31

49:31

Sarah Nicole Nadler is a money coach for entrepreneurs as a licensed financial advisor, author and philanthropist. So as Socially Awkward’s first entrepreneur-based Facebook friend, Evan gets Sarah to break down how to approach money. Where does she put her extra money? How do millionaires still end up short on cash? Later, Sarah talks about her fa…

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Nicola Cheung and the Paranormal – Ep145 40:24

1+ y ago40:24

40:24

Nicola Cheung met Evan initially when he performed at Landmark College in Vermont back in 2012. Since then Nicola went back to China through the pandemic, but recently returned to the United States living in Connecticut. What made her come back? How is she getting around without knowing how to drive? Then later, Evan delves deep into Nicola’s uniqu…

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WWE Wheel of Fortune Champion Grant Salzano – Ep 144 58:22

1+ y ago58:22

58:22

It’s been roughly a month since Wheel of Fortune’s WWE Week and Evan is talking to the champion contestant Grant Salzano. Grant won over $50,000 in cash and WWE-themed prizes over two shows in addition to the grand prize of tickets to Wrestlemania, Smackdown, the Hall of Fame and a Front-Row VIP experience for Monday Night Raw. Evan and Grant reliv…

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Tutoring Tips Three Tips for a 330+ GRE Score 5:19

1+ y ago5:19

5:19

In Episode 262 of the Prepped and Polished Podcast, Aaron shares three tips that students can use to boost their GRE scores.The three tips are:1. Create a Realistic Timeline:Decide when you want to start and when you actually want to take the test.2. Get in Plenty of Practice:Taking practice tests allows students to see where they are with each sec…

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Wheelmania: Tracina Jones & Ben Clark – Ep143 1:09:56

1+ y ago1:09:56

1:09:56

It’s Wheel of Fortune’s WWE Week and Evan has Wheel contestants on to recap and preview their appearances. Tracina Jones from Tampa partnered with Drew McIntyre. What did they talk about? How has her week been since going viral due to her incorrect ball-centric guess. Tracina is joining by Ben Clark who is about to partner with Big E. How did they …

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Tutoring Tips: Three Tips for a 700+ GMAT Score 5:22

1+ y ago5:22

5:22

In Episode 261 of the Prepped and Polished Podcast, Aaron shares three tips that students can use to boost their GMAT scores about how to approach questions in the Quantitative Comparison section on the ISEE Math Test so students can boost their scores. The three tips are:1. Create a Realistic Timeline:Decide when you want to start and when you act…

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Palmer Davis – Ep142 43:37

1+ y ago43:37

43:37

Palmer Davis dances hard, kicks high and can pull off a one-woman show. She also recently defeated breast cancer and was sharing her journey over social media. Hear how she emerged victorious and what she creatively has in store for the world. For more on Palmer, learn about The Palmer Dance Experience at palmerdance.com. In honor of Palmer’s appea…

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Stepping Up Your Game: Benefits of Taking the SAT or ACT Even with Test-Optional 28:13

1+ y ago28:13

28:13

This podcast episode talks about the ramification of a majority of colleges going test-optional, which colleges have changed their minds and is requiring SAT or ACT scores for 2023 applications, as well as some of the benefits that students gain when submitting their scores and who should consider studying for these tests. We also talk about the un…

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King of the Hill: How Empathy-Led Tutoring Wins Best in Orange County 30:22

2y ago30:22

30:22

In this interview with Strive to Learn's founder, Josefine Borrmann, we discuss the qualities that have helped her small business of 5-8 people win Best of Orange County in tutoring for seven years. In this interview, we talk about how mentorships and self-efficacy help high schoolers succeed. How empathy and holistic approaches help reduce employe…

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The source of suffering 24:11

2y ago24:11

24:11

By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic

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Always looking into the future 20:27

2y ago20:27

20:27

By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic

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Matt Duron – Ep141 35:40

2y ago35:40

35:40

In their first ever conversation, Evan interviews Matt Duron, someone he hoped would get him a gig at his college (Thiel) back in 2007. Unfortunately, 15 years later, Evan has still not played Thiel but he is still friends with Matt. Hear about Matt’s writing exploits, potential books in the works and his reaction to the pilot of the new Quantum Le…

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Food for Thought: Picking the Right Personal Insight Question Prompt 22:36

2y ago22:36

22:36

Which UC PIQ prompt should you pick? In this episode of Mindful Admissions, college consultant Amanda Merrifield helps students overcome the hurdle of procrasto-perfectionism (where you procrastinate because you are a perfectionist) by outlining the steps that she uses to help students break through writer's block and craft compelling and vulnerabl…

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Ounce of Prevention: Avoid these Common Mistakes on your UC Application 38:36

2y ago38:36

38:36

In this episode, college counselors Josefine Borrmann and William Giacchi from Strive to Learn discuss the latest changes made in the University of California's college application, and share best practices that students should follow so that they can present the best application that helps them stand out. This episode covers: UC application condit…

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Chris Daniel – Ep140 39:36

2y ago39:36

39:36

Chris Daniel is running for Harris County District Clerk in Texas. Actually, re-running. Hear what his first stint was like, what a district clerk actually does and how people have been telling him how much they miss his district clerk-ness. And did you know more people have voted for Chris than for the governor of Utah? It’s more midterm magic wit…

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Kristina Irwin – Ep139 31:33

2y ago31:33

31:33

Kristina Irwin is running for State Senator in California’s District 24, a premiere zone that includes such communities at Santa Monica, Malibu, West Hollywood and many others. After setting an LA County record with over 6,200 write-in votes in the primary, this a mother of three, immigrant, small business owner and child advocate is out to upset i…

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Ernie Elwood – Ep138 34:02

2y ago34:02

34:02

Ernie Elwood (aka Elijah Beers) and Evan first met when Evan performed for Theta Chi Fraternity at Central Missouri State several years ago. But now it is Ernie who has taken the stage as an independent wrestler. What is his gimmick? Why the name Ernie Elwood? Where does he see himself ending up professionally? We hear about all that plus his big m…

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