Prepped and Polished Podcast

Alexis Avila talks to Jodi Okun, founder of College Financial Aid Advisors and host of the popular weekly twitter chat, #CollegeCash. Jodi worked as a Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid at Occiental College and over the past ten years has helped thousands of families navigate the financial aid process. Jodi is a frequent columnist for the Huffington Post

Alexis Avila talks to Pam Willsey therapist, and founder of www. WillseyConnections.com, a program that offers empowerment programs for teenage girls and their mothers. Pam has a Masters in social work from Boston College. She created Willsey Connections to help mothers and teenage girls better understand themselves and to learn the skills necessary to manage feelings and relationships. Later on t...

Alexis Avila talks to Monica Matthews educator and founder of www.how2winscholarships.com . In 2008-2009, Monica helped her oldest son procure over 100K in scholarship money. Monica now helps parents and students all over the world find and win college scholarship money.

Alexis Avila talks to Teresa Huggins author, speaker, and founder of Leaders for Life Teen Leadership Program . Teresa has a Bachelors from SUNY Plattsburgh, Masters in Education and Masters in Counseling from SUNY Oswego, and over 20 years of educational experience. Teresa’s empowering programs help teens discover their true selves as they navigate high school and prepare for college.

Alexis Avila talks to Brian Ricks educator and founder of 101 Homeschool Ideas. Brian has a PhD from BYU in Educational Leadership and has over 12 years of teaching experience. He has homeschooled his children off and on for over five years. Brian is a homeschool expert who helps parents, children, and other educators come up with enriching homeschool learning activities.

Alexis Avila talks to Maria Furtado executive director of the non-profit organization Colleges that Change Lives. Maria is a Stonehill College graduate and served as Director of Admissions at both Eckerd College and Clark University. Maria educates parents and teens about how to look beyond college ranking and explore colleges that best fit the student’s particular needs.

Alexis Avila talks to Jamie Cohen a NY City film producer turned teacher, and TED international teaching award winner. Jamie is the creator of the SOLE transformational leadership seminar, a learning environment that relies on the use of technology, collaboration and encouragement as the basis for 21st-century learning.

Alexis Avila talks to Lon Woodbury educational consultant and founder of StrugglingTeens.com, a leading online resource for parents of children making poor decision, and professionals trying to help those families.

Alexis Avila talks to Jeff Levin, educator and life coach at JeffLevinCoaching.com . Jeff has spent over thirty years mentoring, coaching and empowering teens, young adults, and their families. Jeff talks about the struggles teens face today and how his work gets teens and young adults to open up and realize their passions and potential.

Alexis Avila talks to Rick Muhr, running coach, speaker, and writer at themarathonsolution.com. Rick brings over 17 years of marathon coaching experience. His marathon teams have raised millions of dollars for charity. Rick shares his story on how he got into running and fundraising. His motto is: “True greatness is not what we accomplish ourselves, but what greatness we inspire in others.”

Alexis Avila talks to Dean Jacobs, traveler, photographer, author, and speaker at DeanJacobs.org. Dean quit his pharmaceutical job of ten years and instead decided to follow his dreams and travel the world. After traveling to over 50 countries since 2001, Dean shares his traveling adventures and teaches us how following your dreams and passions leads to a more fulfilling life.

Alexis taks to TEDx speaker and Alaskan medevac helicopter pilot Lorena Knapp. Lorena talks about her unique career as a helicopter pilot and amazing journey inspiring others as a published writer, coach and speaker.

Alexis talks to Josh Ochs, best-selling author of "Light, Bright and Polite". Josh lectures social media safety to schools, parents and teens nation wide.

Alexis talks to USA Today best-selling author and teenage fiction writer Rebecca Donovan. Rebecca talks about her journey as a successful author of the popular "Breathing" series and gives us tips on how we can tap into our creative writing potential.

Alexis Avila talks to Sandra Riscalla Co-founder of Plugged In, a non profit music program based in Massachusetts which focuses on giving young people a venue through which they can channel their creativity.

Alex Avilla talks to Tennis Pro and Certified Mental Toughness coach Brian Lomax of Boston area's PreformanceXtra. Brian gives advice on how to build mental strength so you can increase performance potential in academics, sports and life.

Alexis talks to Lee Kennon of Kennon Fitness. Lee talks about his stint in the Marines, his work as a certified Fitness Trainer and Coach and his overall mission to help teens and adults discover the true meaning of pushing oneself beyond any limit imaginable.

On this episode Alexis Avilla talks to David Poles of Newton Counselling Centre in Newtown, MA. David talks about the work he does to help teenagers stay happy and sober during those turbulent adolescent years.

On this episode of Prepped & Polished Alexis Avilla interviews Dennis Charles of Boston-based Charles Career Mentoring. Dennis talks about job trends today and how young professionals can stand out in the job market.