Equipping you to successfully pursue the college of your dreams. I believe that the world needs every student to reach their full potential. College admittance shouldn't hold you back. I'm an educator and Harvard grad who has been in your shoes. I designed this podcast to accompany the Ivy League Challenge (my online course) to support my listeners. I've met with graduates, admissions officers, and professors to identify the criteria used to select candidates. I've crafted a road map for suc ...
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Ever wish you had a CRNA mentor plugged into the community who has helped THOUSANDS of nurses succeed? The CSPA community is committed to helping you not only gain acceptance into CRNA school but providing support all the way through graduation day! Tune in, get inspired, and get ready to discover why more than 6,000+ nurses turn to CRNA School Prep Academy for guidance regarding all things that the road to CRNA entails. From financial planning, interview styles, ICU experience, anesthesia c ...
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Acid-Base Balance and Blood Gas Analysis with Dr. Carly Mitchell, Program Director at Bellarmine University
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29:47FREE! CRNA School Interview Prep Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/uc9a5ih4 Streamline your CRNA Success with the CSPA 6-Month Intensive. Get CRNA Faculty Coaching, Access to Exclusive Live Events and more. Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/sixmonthintensive When it comes to mastering anesthesia, a solid understanding of acid-base balance and blood …
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Visualize Yourself in Your Dream College Today
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14:51What if you could see yourself, right now, as a student at your dream college? What if you could feel what it’s like to walk across campus, sit in a classroom, and engage with world-class professors and peers? In this special guided visualization, I’ll take you through an immersive experience where you’ll: ✅ Step into the shoes of your future self …
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Don't Chase Gold- Stand Out in College Admissions
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15:40Most students believe that getting into a top college means checking all the right boxes—perfect grades, leadership roles, and a long list of impressive achievements. But what if that’s actually the wrong approach? In this episode, I’ll reveal: ✅ The Gold Rush Mistake that keeps students stuck in the "Impressiveness Trap" ✅ The three levels of prep…
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Build a Standout Application in 3 Steps
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19:05Most families assume that strong grades, leadership roles, and packed extracurriculars will guarantee college admissions success. But I explain why top schools aren’t just looking for impressive students—they’re looking for memorable students. In this episode, I’ll break down: ✅ The #1 mistake high-achieving students make in their applications ✅ Wh…
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Nursing Malpractice: What Proactive Measures Can A NAR|CRNA Implement To Shield Themselves From Legal Liability? With Maggie Ortiz, MSN, RN (Part 2)
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40:26Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Want Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto Legal issues in nursing, and nurse an…
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Nursing Malpractice: What Proactive Measures Can A NAR|CRNA Implement To Shield Themselves From Legal Liability? With Maggie Ortiz, MSN, RN (Part 1)
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31:50Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Nursing malpractice is a serious issue that can have life-altering consequences for healthcare professionals, especially CRNAs and SRNAs who work in high-stakes…
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College App Roadmap Workshop day 2 (of 2)
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1:23:56We just completed our Holistic College Application Roadmap workshop. Enjoy our final day (day 2) here. To register for the Ivy League Challenge, go to TILC.to/register ----- To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website To follow on Instagram: @TheIvyLeagueChallenge To join us on our Facebook group for parents Or schedule a meeting wi…
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CRNA School Rejection: The Mindset Shift Chris Needed to Succeed
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1:03:48FREE! CRNA School Interview Prep Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/uc9a5ih4 Want Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto CRNA school rejection can happen to anyone. In fact, with acceptance rates averaging only 15% or less, it’s a challenge many nurses will face on their jou…
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We just completed our Holistic College Application Roadmap workshop. Enjoy day 1 here. To register for the Ivy League Challenge, go to TILC.to/register ----- To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website To follow on Instagram: @TheIvyLeagueChallenge To join us on our Facebook group for parents Or schedule a meeting with Steve here…
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Announcing our upcoming workshop: the Holistic College Application Roadmap January 16-17th, 8:00 pm eastern time To register, go to TILC.to/CommonApp ----- To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website To follow on Instagram: @TheIvyLeagueChallenge To join us on our Facebook group for parents Or schedule a meeting with Steve here…
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Nurse Burnout: Signs, Treatment and Prevention with Dr. Lendra James
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30:31Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Want Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto Burnout is a term every nurse has hea…
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Airway Management Adventures (CRNA Case Studies) w. Dr. Jeremy Heiner, The Nurse Anesthesia
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34:47Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Need Interview Prep Help In A Hurry? Fast-Track Your CRNA School Interview Prep with our CRNA Interview Crash Course! https://www.cspaedu.com/4wotmlds Step into…
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New CRNA Programs Opening in 2024 & 2025: Should You Apply?
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21:01Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Are you considering applying to a brand-new CRNA program but unsure if it’s the right move? Today Jenny dives into the pros and cons of joining a newly establis…
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Pain Management In Anesthesia w. Dr. Derek Owens, Mary Baldwin University
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30:33Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Want Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto Expand your understanding of pain man…
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Complete College Application Audit Limited Spots for this personal guidance Sign up at TILC.to/audit Expert Guidance: With years of experience helping students gain admission to selective universities, I know what works—and what doesn’t—in a competitive application. Personalized Support: Unlike generic programs, this service is tailored specificall…
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Should You Take The GRE For CRNA School? Plus Get a FREE Magoosh Practice Test!
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26:38Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Want Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto Are you wondering whether the GRE is …
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When you decide to grow, you set yourself up for challenging periods of awkwardness. You might feel like you are 'faking it' or that you don't belong, when really this is just the natural transition period when you grow. Listen to learn how to reframe your mindset when you face these challenging periods of growth. ----- To register for the Ivy Leag…
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In times of deep conflict and polarization, we can easily become triggered. But when an event occurs, we all respond based on our assumptions coming into the event. What if we chose to become more charitable in our assumptions? I believe this approach helps us become more effective and influential change-makers. Not only is it a healthier, happier …
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Professional Roles & Leadership for Nurse Anesthesia w. Dr. Melissa Eisenhauer, University of Evansville Nurse Anesthesia Program
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32:55Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community From understanding the rich history of nurse anesthesia to learning how to advocate for the profession, Dr. Eisenhauer offers invaluable insights that will help…
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Going to CRNA School w. Credit Card Debt- What You Need to Know
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Your alumni interview may be the first interview you've ever been a part of that felt like a high-stakes interview. I hope you realize after listening to this podcast episode that this interview should not be stressful either. But listen in to learn how to make sure that you will be completely prepared for your interview. ----- To register for the …
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Ketamine: Uses, Effects & Mechanism of Action w. Dr. Kelly Elmore, Mary Baldwin University
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26:00FREE! CRNA School Interview Prep Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/uc9a5ih4 Ketamine: A Unique Anesthetic with Diverse Applications Dive deep into the world of ketamine, exploring its history, pharmacology, mechanism of action, clinical uses, and side effects. Dr. Kelly Elmore, Assistant Program Director at Mary Baldwin University's Nurse Anesthesiolo…
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How to Demonstrate Leadership (training from the Global Impact Council)
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46:45If your high school is ultra competitive, and you don't want to step on the backs of your peers in order to land a leadership title, then this training is for you. There are many different ways to demonstrate leadership, and we discuss WHY colleges are very interested in non-traditional leaders-- not just the titles. ----- To register for the Ivy L…
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Learn how the top test takers prepare to get such outstanding scores. If you genuinely follow this approach, you can raise your test score by a significant margin within only 3 months. ----- To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website To follow on Instagram: @TheIvyLeagueChallenge To join us on our Facebook group for parents Or sche…
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FREE CRNA School Clinical Interview Study Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/2qnt8c4c Need Interview Prep Help In A Hurry? Fast-Track Your CRNA School Interview Prep with our CRNA Interview Crash Course! https://www.cspaedu.com/4wotmlds Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs …
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Saisha Pal-- Pivot your Impact Project
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29:03Saisha walks us through her journey to an impact project that she is excited about. It took time, probing, and effort for her to land where she is today, and we get to listen in to discover how she has transformed a very frustrating, stressful high school experience into a thriving high school experience. Listen in to learn from Saisha! ----- To re…
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Ava has founded Junior Speakers and Voices Unmuted; two organizations designed to help others to find their voices and speak up. You can find her websites here: www.juniorspeakers.com www.voicesunmuted.org Listen in to learn how she progressed through multiple ideas to finally land on something she is very passionate about. ----- To register for th…
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What You Need To Know About Paying for CRNA School
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54:21FREE! The Most Affordable CRNA Schools Tuition Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/spmhqyoc Want Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto Get ready to deep dive into the financial challenges faced by students heading into Nurse Anesthesia programs! Today, Jenny welcomes back Na…
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How to Complete the Common App Workshop pt 2
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1:49:10Day 2 of our workshop helping teens understand what colleges are looking for and how to complete the five different sections of the Common App so you stand out to the admissions officers who read your applications.Por Steve
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How to Complete your Common App Workshop
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59:17This is day 1 of our workshop helping teens understand what colleges are looking for and how to complete the five different sections of the Common App so that admissions officers will be excited to admit you. Part two will follow next!Por Steve
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What Is ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome) w. Dr. Jeremy Heiner, EdD, CRNA, FAANA
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29:00Join our Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Streamline your CRNA Success with the CSPA 6-Month Intensive. Get CRNA Faculty Coaching, Access to Exclusive Live Events and more. Click Here: https://www.cspae…
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Common App Workshop & a New Cohort Opening
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11:23If you are stressed about how to best fill out the Common App, I have good news for you. I'll be hosting a free workshop to help you understand how to fit all five pieces of the Common App together. You might recognize this from a few months ago-- we are repeating this training due to the high number of requests we received. Also, we will be adding…
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Perioperative Fluid Management With Dr. Carly Mitchell, Bellarmine University
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29:57Join our Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Need Interview Prep Help In A Hurry? Fast-Track Your CRNA School Interview Prep with our CRNA Interview Crash Course! https://www.cspaedu.com/4wotmlds Hello, fu…
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Side Gigs For Nurses + Can You Work While In CRNA School? With Patrick From Nurse Wallet
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27:59Join our Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community Want Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto Many nurses are looking for something…
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