These fake interviews between a human and a robot script hurt to listen to. This is not a good look for InGenius. Please bring back an actual host and let us hear a real conversation.

Be perfect in every way, know exactly what you want to study, create a brand out of your teenager. There, now you can avoid the host’s saccharine call center voice because I summed it up for you.

Amazing episode answering questions that ALL students in search of a passion project have!! So appreciate your hard work!

If you’re looking for a resource illustrating how the meritocracy has been twisted into a caste system, this podcast is for you! The consultants definitely seem knowledgeable about how to make bright and hardworking normal teenagers from the top 1% (or, more likely, 0.5%) into products elite colleges will like. Pro tips such as how to get a great letter of recommendation from the guidance counselor at your private prep school are precious. If you have the money for elite colleges that offer no merit aid, plus for consultants like these, you’re at the right place. Listen and be impressed with how they can turn your 16-18 year old kid into an ambitious leader with burning, erudite, and altruistic passions—on paper, at least. Of course, armed with these lessons, absolutely nothing is stopping the rest of us from similarly mapping out our kids’ high school careers and ensuring their general teenage interests and talents are connected with laser-precision focus to activities at, for example, a Wharton School summer program or a nonprofit they establish. Such efforts might pay off with some good merit aid at less selective schools. Or, if you’re lower income, apply the lessons here as best you can in hopes your child will benefit from the generous need-based scholarships that elite schools offer in order to justify the outrageous tax expenditures their endowments cost us wage slaves as they focus mostly on the children of the elite. Like NYU business professor Scott Galloway says, top colleges have become luxury brands with artificial exclusivity. This is a game. Listen and learn how to play or, better yet, who you might want to hire to walk you through it.

I think this podcast has really good insight and advice, yet I do feel some of the thoughts and pieces of advice has some prestigious values. Some of the things they talked about and said seemed to really only apply to those who have the opportunities and money to “get ahead” in the college admissions process. While I think this podcast is helpful, I think it’s smart to continue to listen to other podcasts, read other books, and watch videos that have some diverse voices and insights!

Eh…there’s a lot better out there. Host is just okay. Some comments about equity are annoying especially in light of the fact that the purpose of the podcast is to promote a college service that will be used by higher income folks. Say what you want, but don’t be a hypocrite. Having said that, there is some interesting info in these.

I appreciate that the guests are college admissions officers with much experience. That being said, this podcast covers details and details of the college admissions process. As I parent I can listen to these and discern what would be helpful to my curious, rising high school student. However the magnitude of details and some guests really showcasing only the elite of the elite, these can be overwhelming and discouraging. Our rural community does not have admission officer visits, college fairs and the high school counselors are really good at ensuring my students can graduate from high school, but no collegiate preparation. So I really appreciate all of the resources shared on this show. Very informative and from so my quality perspectives. Thank you.

Current host has insufferable vocal fry and often can’t even form a complete sentence for a question. This makes this college consulting business less professional or credible.

From real college admissions officers!

Extremely helpful, thank you for these podcasts!

Very helpful advice for all involved in the college process: parents, students, etc. Will use this to help my daughter, great insight from all!

Awesome knowledge base — if you’re looking for college advice, this is the place!

I’ll definitely consider Ingenius when searching for consultants!

This has been an invaluable resource as I help my daughter navigate the college process!

I’ve listened to a lot of college admissions podcasts and this one is the most informative one I’ve heard. Hearing advice from someone who actually made admissions decisions is incredibly insightful and very entertaining!

This podcast is interesting, informative, and a great listen for anyone preparing for the admissions process. Would highly recommend! Heather was particularly interesting!

I have 2 children in high school right now and this is perfect! Heather is so knowledgeable and had very practical advice - would highly recommend!

Not only interesting (always wondered how this really worked), but helpful. Looking forward to more episodes!!

It's really helpful to hear nuanced viewpoints from people who actually have worked in these situations reading and making decisions on applicants. Better than a lot of the second-hand or third-hand hyped hearsay in the news, and some very interesting takes! Looking forward to more!

Applying to college is so stressful. Hoping this podcast will help me figure it out!

Very informative! Tons of helpful information about how to navigate the college admissions process. Great for students and parents.

This is a lot of great and reliable information on the admissions process!

Recommended for all interested in higher ed!

Really insightful and helpful! Guests are knowledgable and bring a wealth of experience from their time at college and working in admissions. Wonderful podcast!