Latest Standardized test Podcast Episodes
SAT YOGA: Breathing And Relaxation Techniques To Ease Test Stress!
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - June 19, 2023 18:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this #PREPPED SPECIAL, Naka is joined by Carolyn Carpentiere of CCYOGA to discuss the added benefits of yoga and breathing techniques when it comes to SAT and ACT preparation. The episode concludes (starting at 18:05) with TWO quick guided practices for listeners to engage in before testing! ...
So You Want a 36 on the ACT Science & Math?
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - June 08, 2023 16:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this episode of #PREPPED, Naka is joined by TestTakers ACT experts Alan Reed and Jeremy Freed. Together, they delve into the timing strategies, techniques, and counterintuitive approaches to help you conquer the ACT Science and Math sections. Jeremy and Alan share advice on time managemen...
What is TESTTAKERS? (w/ President & Founder Frank Pomilla)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - May 29, 2023 16:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsAfter 5 Seasons of #PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast, we finally dive deep into "What is TestTakers?" with our special guest, TestTakers' President, Frank Pomilla, who shares the founding story and inspiration behind this remarkable educational institution that has been around for over 40 years. ...
Getting Great Recommendation Letters (w/ Mrs. Nancy Fleming)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - May 01, 2023 17:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this episode of #PREPPED, Host Andrew 'Naka' Nanayakkara discusses a critical component of the college application process: recommendation letters. Joining Naka is his own high school English teacher, Mrs. Nancy Fleming, voted 'Most Popular Teacher' at Garden City High School for over 20 cons...
How To Practice & How To Motivate Students (for the SAT)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - April 13, 2023 18:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsGet ready for an invaluable episode of #PREPPED as we take a deep dive into the ultimate guide on PRACTICING for the SATs! In this episode, we'll reveal the top test-taking tips for unlocking your potential and optimizing your performance every time you practice for the SATs. Naka is joined by ...
THE FUTURE OF TESTING: THE 2024 DIGITAL SAT (feat. President Frank Pomilla & Director Brian Corridan)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - April 06, 2023 17:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn the Season 5 premiere of #PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast, Naka welcomes TestTakers President Frank Pomilla and Senior Director Brian Corridan back to the show to discuss the future of the SAT and standardized testing. The College Board is set to launch the new digital SAT domestically in the ...
So You Want To Be Recruited? (w/ Coaches Steve Panzik and TJ Cleveland)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - November 29, 2022 18:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsThe Season 4 Finale of #Prepped delivers a spectacular interview focusing on College Sports Recruitment – one of the most pursued avenues in admissions. Join Naka, Associate Head Men's Basketball Coach TJ Cleveland of the St. John's Red Storm, and Manhasset High School Head Crew Coach Steve Pan...
So You Want To Be An Actor? The Theater Arts Episode with Broadway Star Derrick Davis
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - October 23, 2022 03:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this special #PREPPED episode, Naka is joined by Broadway star (and Long Island native) Derrick Davis to discuss the path to becoming an actor and studying theater arts in college. Derrick started his journey studying voice at LIU Post, and his career since has spanned iconic roles on stage f...
So You Want To Do Science Research? (w/ Dr. Serena McCalla of iResearch Corp.)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - July 22, 2022 22:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this #PREPPED episode, Naka is joined by the 'Godmother of Science Research,' Dr. Serena McCalla (Founder of the iResearch Institute, iResearch Academy, President of the New York State Science and Engineering Fair, Jericho High School Science Research Coordinator, and star of the Emmy-award ...
Writing Your College Resume (w/ Brendan O'Flaherty of HS2 Academy)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - June 13, 2022 16:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsBrendan O'Flaherty returns in this college preparation episode of #PREPPED to help identify key characteristics of effective college resumes. College resumes, serving a different function than professional ones, should be treated as 'living documents' that should be updated semesterly and used a...
Mental Health Matters: A Discussion On High School Mental Health (w/ Max Benezra of South Shore Counseling)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - March 06, 2022 15:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this #PREPPED episode, Naka is joined by Max Benezra, the Assistant Director of South Shore Counseling and a psychotherapist with expertise in adolescent mental health, to discuss an obvious yet marginalized topic for students: MENTAL HEALTH. Today, over 70% of high school and college adole...
Mental Health Matters: A Discussion On High School Mental Health (w/ Max Benezra of South Shore Counseling)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - March 06, 2022 15:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this #PREPPED episode, Naka is joined by Max Benezra, the Assistant Director of South Shore Counseling and a psychotherapist with expertise in adolescent mental health, to discuss an obvious yet marginalized topic for students: MENTAL HEALTH. Today, over 70% of high school and college adole...
Starting Your College Search (w/ Nandita Gupta of Enlighten Education Consulting)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - February 21, 2022 16:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsA must-listen episode for all parents and students! The Founder and CEO of Enlighten Education Consulting, Nandita Gupta, joins Naka in a wonderful discussion about the most important first steps when starting your college search! With over 20 years of experience in elite college admissions and...
College Board's 'SECRET' Test: Earning College Credits Early Using CLEP (w/ David Vise of ModernStates & Freshman Year For Free)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - February 06, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsPulitzer Prize-winner and Executive Director of Modern States, David Vise, joins Naka in a captivating episode discussing how students can take advantage of a lesser-known College Board test that has been around for over 50 years to gain college credit early and save THOUSANDS of dollars in tuit...
Director Discussion: The New DIGITAL SAT Announcement!
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - January 31, 2022 15:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this bonus 'Director Discussion' episode, Naka is joined by the TestTakers Directors as they weigh in on one of the biggest headlines of the year so far, the new DIGITAL SAT! Debuting in the USA in early 2024, this new Digital SAT will first be taken by current freshmen (Class of '25). Direct...
How To Make GREAT SAT Materials
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - January 24, 2022 00:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this #PREPPED SEASON 4 PREMIERE, Host Andrew "Naka" Nanayakkara is joined by Director Brian Corridan and President of TestTakers Frank Pomilla in a conversation about making not just good but GREAT SAT practice materials. With so many materials out there for students to use for their SAT pr...
How To Make GREAT SAT Materials
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - January 24, 2022 00:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this #PREPPED SEASON 4 PREMIERE, Host Andrew "Naka" Nanayakkara is joined by Director Brian Corridan and President of TestTakers Frank Pomilla in a conversation about making not just good but GREAT SAT practice materials. With so many materials out there for students to use for their SAT pr...
The SAT Diet (feat. Michelle of NutrishMish)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - November 22, 2021 17:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsNaka is joined by Michelle of NutrishMish for the Season 3 Finale of #PREPPED! Everyone knows that test preparation includes aggressive study and practice, but a less-explored aspect of test prep is NUTRITION. Michelle discusses important nutrients that keep the brain energized, and gives a...
When Is Enough...Enough? A Discussion On Expectations and Score Growth
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - November 08, 2021 18:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsThe President of TestTakers, Frank Pomilla, and Director Brian Corridan are back for another informative episode with host Andrew "Naka" Nanayakkara to discuss one of the most difficult aspects of SAT test preparation: when to call it a day. Discussions include how scores should realistically ...
The College Interview (feat. Brendan O'Flaherty of H2A Academy)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - November 01, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsThe interview about college interviewing! Brendan O'Flaherty of H2A Academy joins Naka to talk all about college interviewing (in addition to an update on what is going on with standardized testing in California). Brendan guides students and parents through what to expect when it comes to coll...
The College Interview (feat. Brendan O'Flaherty of HS2 Academy)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - November 01, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsThe interview about college interviewing! Brendan O'Flaherty of HS2 Academy joins Naka to talk all about college interviewing (in addition to an update on what is going on with standardized testing in California). Brendan guides students and parents through what to expect when it comes to coll...
The College Essay Episode (feat. Lisa Antinore Duer of Ad Astra***)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - October 25, 2021 16:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this episode, Naka is joined by Lisa Antinore Duer of Ad Astra*** to discuss the ins and outs of the college essay. Lisa lends her over 24 years of experience as she walks through how students should approach the college essay, including when to start brainstorming, how to be authentic, and w...
So You Want To Be A Doctor? (feat. Dr. Sahil Mehta of MedSchoolCoach)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - October 18, 2021 16:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsThe Pre-Med Episode! FREE PRE-MED GUIDEBOOK IN SHOW NOTES Naka is joined by Dr. Sahil Mehta, the founder of MedSchoolCoach, to discuss the process and steps involved in the pre-med journey to becoming a doctor! Discussions about Direct Medical (BS/MD) programs, SATs, MCATs, and internships ar...
The Perfect College Candidate (feat. Sasha Chada)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - September 27, 2021 16:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsSeason 3 continues with a fantastic interview with Sasha Chada, the CEO and Founder of Ivy Scholars. Ivy Scholars is a boutique college candidacy building firm located in Sugar Land, Texas. Naka and Sasha discuss the important aspects admissions counselors look for in great applications, includ...
The Need For Speed (How to Get Faster on the SAT)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - August 16, 2021 15:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIf you're struggling to finish any section on the SAT then this episode is for you! Naka is joined by Site Director Alan Reed and an 'OG' of the SAT Prep World Adam Danger (with over 30 years in the world of test prep) to discuss strategies to make sure you finish sections on time during the SAT...
The Perfect Scorers Podcast: An Interview with 3 Perfect Scorers
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - July 26, 2021 19:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this episode, the SEASON 3 PREMIERE of #PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast, Naka interviews Jonathan Wu, Aarya Agarwal, and Rhea Rasquinha- 3 Perfect Scoring SAT Students! Jonathan is part of the Manhasset High School Class of 2022 and is currently searching for his dream school, but he has made...
AVOIDING CARELESS MSITAKES (feat. Peter Baum)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - June 18, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsA MUST-LISTEN FOR ALL PARENTS AND SAT STUDENTS! Naka is joined by Peter Baum for the SEASON 2 FINALE of #PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast! Peter is THE premier SAT tutor in the San Francisco Bay Area and has been working with families across the nation for over 32 years. With his years of experie...
So You Want An 800 on SAT READING/WRITING?
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - June 11, 2021 16:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsDirectors Brian and Jeremy join Naka in this content-driven episode for students aiming to get that perfect 800 on the SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing. While it is tremendously difficult to get a perfect score on the English portion of the test since there are almost 100 questions and alm...
So You Want An 800 In Math? (feat. Mike of PWN THE SAT)
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - June 03, 2021 17:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsHow do you take an already high SAT math score and make it even higher? Mike McClenathan of PWN Test Prep and the popular book series PWN THE SAT joins Naka to discuss some important concepts and specific advice for high scorers to keep in mind while in pursuit of the perfect 800 on the SAT Mat...
SCANDALS!
#PREPPED: The Test Prep Podcast - May 17, 2021 16:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsIn this episode, Naka and Steve have some fun discussing some of the most recent scandals involving standardized testing. From the Varsity Blues admissions scandal to the Long Island cheating ring (and even the 'Avengers' stealing the SAT answers from College Board HQ in the 2004 film The Per...
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