The Reeves and Ford Podcast

After six months apart, Chris and Joel are back at it! In this episode, we hit some hot topics to get some steam heading into our newly formatted monthly episodes. Enjoy! Music on this episode comes from the Free Music Archive by Lite Saturation and Jahzzar. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lite-saturation/sport-rock-trailer/sport-rock-trailer/ https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lite-saturation/...

Come with Joel as he visits four colleges in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky. Centre College (01:46) Berea College (24:20) Georgetown College (38:45) Kentucky State University (46:30) Music on this episode comes from the Free Music Archive by Lite Saturation. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lite-saturation/sport-rock-trailer/sport-rock-trailer/ https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lite-saturatio...

One third of ALL college graduates have transfer credits on their transcripts. Join Chris and Joel for a lively conversation with Jaime Smith, author of The Complete Guide to the College Transfer. And believe us, it is a complete guide! Interview: 19:59 Book link: https://shorturl.at/F6j0H Music on this episode comes from the Free Music Archive by Lite Saturation and Jahzzar. https://freemusicarch...

Are scholarships really worth searching for? Let's see where the money to pay for college REALLY comes from and where to put your energy when trying to pay for college. Chris and Joel bring Hechinger Report journalist, Jon Marcus, into the studios to discuss this all-important topic. Music on this episode comes from the Free Music Archive by Lite Saturation. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lite...

Come with Reeves and Ford as they hit the 'Ville. The guys take you all around Louisville for a variety of colleges and something to offer for anyone. Kentucky College of Art and Design (03:25) Spalding University (13:33) University of Louisville (26:28) Simmons College (39:36) Bellarmine University (49:01) Music on this episode comes from the Free Music Archive by Lite Saturation. https://freemus...

Joel and Chris head to Louisville, Kentucky for the Kentucky Association for College Admission Counseling Annual Conference. In this special episode recorded live in front of a studio audience, the guys join Johnnie Johnson (current NACAC Board Director and KYACAC Past President) and Kim Chaffer-Schroeder (former NACAC Board Director and KYACAC Past President). From the history of KYACAC to affili...

Reeves heads to Virginia for a college tour. In Part 1, we'll discuss the four public colleges on this tour. Follow Chris as he eats and tours his way through Virginia, where there may or may not have been a long stop at an Irish pub on March 17th. Radford (06:28) Virginia Tech (18:34) UVA (30:00) VCU (42:42) Music on this episode comes from the Free Music Archive by Lite Saturation. https://freem...

Reeves heads to Virginia for a college tour. In Part 2, we'll discuss the five private colleges on this tour. Follow Chris as he eats and tours his way through Virginia, where he finds a new friends, new favorite colleges, and the greatest chilidog of his life (he's still thinking about it). University of Richmond (01:20) Hampden-Sydney College (14:13) Sweet Briar College (23:55) Washington and Le...

Imagine a group of colleges the provide a high impact educational experience where students are placed at the center not only during their four years, but also during the admissions process. Imagine a group of colleges that are accessible, affordable and where you don't have to be a finished product before you enroll. Well, folks, that's the Colleges That Change Lives group. Join Joel and Chris as...

Formerly known as Get Schooled by Reeves and Ford, welcome to Episode 1 of The Reeves and Ford Podcast: A college admissions podcast for all. In this, the inaugural episode, Joel and Chris spend time with NACAC CEO, Angel Perez, to discuss the current landscape of college admissions. Join our discussion as we catch up on life in the new year, the news cycle and the current state of college admissi...

In The Final Episode of Get Schooled by Reeves and Ford, the guys review the last five years, picking out some of their favorite moments, and preview the next version of this podcast. Stay until the end because there are plenty of outtakes. Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

Recent surveys are suggesting that Americans are losing confidence in higher education, even to the point of feeling like college isn't worth the cost. David Hawkins, Chief Education and Policy Officer for NACAC, joins Joel and Chris to talk about these surveys and the current college landscape. Were the right people surveyed? Which colleges are we talking about? Why have costs risen so much? Davi...

Chris and Joel join fellow Kentucky counselor, Bradley Kimbrough, to discuss building a college list. Before the applications, before the essays, before thinking about scholarships, students need a great list. What matters most and how do you build it when there are nearly 4,000 colleges out there? Plus Joel gets a new job! Learn more about his new school, the Ignite Institute. Music on this episo...

Chris spent four days visiting 11 colleges in Boston and surrounding areas. He walks Joel through the visit for Part 2 of the Collegetown, USA tour. In Part 2, Chris gets drenched, hangs out with a legend and takes a river cruise. Enjoy! Wellesley: 2:30 Babson: 12:10 Olin: 18:05 Boston College: 25:25 Providence: 33:00 Brown: 41:45 RISD: 48:45 Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https...

Chris spent four days visiting 11 colleges in Boston and surrounding areas. He walks Joel through the visit for Part 1 of the Collegetown, USA tour. In Part 1, Chris learns how to drive a Prius, avoids tolls, trims his beard and takes in Fenway. Tufts: 8:30 Brandeis: 23:40 Northeastern: 35:20 Boston University: 49:40 Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/mu...

Spring Break 2024! Chris and Joel visit Emory, Georgia Tech, University of Georgia and North Georgia University. In Part 2 of their Spring Break trip, the guys break down four more unique institutions. Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

Spring Break 2024! Chris and Joel visit Belmont, Vanderbilt, Middle Tennessee State and The College of the South (Sewanee). In Part 1 of their Spring Break trip, the guys break down four very different colleges. Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

If a student earns a scholarship, they get to keep it, right? Well, maybe not. Scholarship Displacement is a practice that can catch students and families off guard. Joel and Chris discuss the ins and outs of this practice and what should be done about it. Be sure to listen to the very end for some legislative updates! Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/...

Matriculation, a big word and even a bigger aspect of college admissions. We all talk about getting in, but how do colleges get people to stay? From gaining student interest to applications to admits to commitments to showing up the first day, how do colleges do it? Joel and Chris spent their careers on the high school side, so they'll truly learn a lot along with you as we get schooled by our spe...

QuestBridge is one of the most well-known, premier scholarship organizations in the country. What you might not know is how it began or what it truly entails. Dr. Christian Martell from QuestBridge joins Joel and Chris for an in-depth look at this life-changing non-profit. Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

FAFSA is undergoing a 'once in a generation' change with the FAFSA Simplification Act. What do these changes mean? When will the FAFSA be ready? Join Chris and Joel, along with Sallie Mae's Ed Recker, as they answer what they can. If anyone can make financial aid fun, it's these guys, right? Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Hea...

Heading to NACAC Baltimore 2023 Conference, Chris and Joel visit four distinctly different campuses together! West Virginia University (3:31) University of Maryland - College Park (20:33) United States Naval Academy (33:02) St. John's College (47:24) Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore/Neighbors/Heartless_Man).

What's the deal with Honors Colleges and Honors Programs? Are they worth it? Joel and Chris sit back in awe as Dr. Christian Brady from the University of Kentucky Lewis Honors College enlightens us all. Spoiler: being in and graduating from honors programs and colleges can help students in so many ways. Learn how and why in this episode. Learn more about the University of Kentucky Lewis Honors Col...

Hop in the car with Chris as he heads north and east to visit five amazing colleges. We realize New York isn't New England, but this is still the New England College Tour 2023! After 2300 miles in four days, Chris hit Cornell (4:02), Dartmouth (21:58), Bowdoin (43:01), Colby (1:02:50) and Bates (1:16:50). Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Normcore...

Two recent Supreme Court rulings and big FAFSA changes prompted the guys to record a Special Edition. No format, no breaks, no producer...just Joel and Chris discussing the impact of SCOTUS and the FAFSA Simplification Act. This episode is about facts and impact, and not about opinions. Listen, learn, understand and form your own opinions. Music on this episode comes from Normcore always (https://...